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SELECTION OF DENTAL IMPLANT PATIENTS

Post-Graduate Theory Examination Notes

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1. INTRODUCTION

• Patient selection is the cornerstone of successful implant therapy (Newman & Carranza 14th Ed, Ch. 74)
• Medical status of patients - including medical history, ASA category, and medication history - directly correlates with dental implant failure (Misch Implantology 4th Ed, Ch. 10)
• Studies show 30% of dental patients have some type of relevant medical condition; patients over 60 years: 40% are on 5 or more prescription medications (Misch 4th Ed)
• The goal of patient selection is to treat every patient safely and efficiently, minimizing risk of surgical and post-surgical complications
• Contraindications for implants are relatively few and often not well defined; some conditions are better described as "risk factors" rather than absolute contraindications (Newman & Carranza 14th Ed)
• Ultimate responsibility lies with the clinician and patient jointly to decide when implant therapy is not indicated (Newman & Carranza 14th Ed)

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2. CASE TYPES AND INDICATIONS

A. Edentulous Patients

• Patients with fully edentulous arches benefit most from dental implants
• Can be restored with:
  • Implant-assisted removable prosthesis
  • Implant-supported removable prosthesis
  • Implant-supported fixed prosthesis
• Original design: fixed bone-anchored bridge using 5-6 implants in anterior area of mandible/maxilla
• Limitations: fixed prostheses provide little lip support; may cause phonetic problems due to air escape

B. Partially Edentulous Patients

• Patients missing one, several, or all teeth can be predictably restored with implant-retained prostheses
• Any patient missing one or more teeth can benefit provided they meet surgical and prosthetic requirements

C. Age Considerations (Ajay Vikram)

• Minimum age: above 18 years generally considered fit
• In girls: minimum age 16-17 years (jaw growth completion earlier)
• In boys: minimum age 17-18 years
• Implants in adolescent jawbone still growing may cause hindered growth and jaw disfigurement
• For young edentulous patients: fixed implant-supported prosthesis preferred
• For older patients: implant overdenture preferred (minimal surgery, easy to maintain)
• Upper age limit is not a contraindication per se; elderly patients can receive implants if systemically fit (Misch 4th Ed)

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3. PRETREATMENT EVALUATION

A. Medical History

• Current and past medical history
• Current and past dental history
• Current and past use of medications
• History of allergies
• Social history and use of recreational drugs
• Type, length, and invasiveness of required treatment
• Psychological status
• Degree of urgency of treatment
• Use and type of sedation

B. Physical Examination (Misch 4th Ed)

• Vital signs: blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration, weight, height - mandatory for every implant patient
• Blood pressure recording serves as:
  1. Baseline measurement
  2. Indicator of underlying cardiovascular disease that may contraindicate surgery
• General examination: facial expression, pallor, cyanosis, jaundice, neck swelling, lymphadenopathy
• Thyroid palpation - thyroid disorders influence bone metabolism
• Intraoral examination: lips, mucosa, palate, tongue - all lesions must be evaluated before implant procedures

C. ASA Classification (American Society of Anesthesiologists) (Misch 4th Ed)

• ASA I: Normal healthy patient - no contraindication
• ASA II: Patient with mild systemic disease - implants usually possible with modifications
• ASA III: Patient with severe systemic disease - requires medical consultation; implants with caution
• ASA IV: Patient with severe systemic disease that is a constant threat to life - implants generally contraindicated

D. Comprehensive Medical History Form (Lang & Lindhe 6th Ed)

• Standard medical history form filled and signed by patient
• Always followed by a clinical interview to explore medical risks in detail
• If uncertainties remain, a written medical consultation from the patient's physician is mandatory

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4. RISK FACTORS AND CONTRAINDICATIONS

Classification:

• Absolute contraindication: Condition where implant placement is never indicated
• Relative contraindication: Condition that increases risk but may be managed; implant possible with precautions

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5. SYSTEMIC / MEDICAL CONTRAINDICATIONS

A. Diabetes Mellitus

• Diabetes is a metabolic disease with significant effects on healing and infection resistance
• Poorly controlled diabetes: impaired wound healing, predisposition to infections - relative contraindication
• Well-controlled diabetes: few or no problems
• Implant success rates in diabetics: 85.6% to 94.3% (slightly lower than non-diabetics) (Newman & Carranza 14th Ed)
• Late failures more common in diabetics - related to reduced tissue turnover and impaired perfusion

• Blood sugar monitored 3 weeks before and 4-6 weeks after implant insertion (Ajay Vikram)
• Antibiotic prophylaxis recommended: Amoxicillin 2g, 1 hour pre-op; or Clindamycin 600mg (Ajay Vikram)
• 0.12% chlorhexidine mouthwash reduces failure rates from 13.5% to 4.4% in Type 2 diabetics (Ajay Vikram)

B. Osteoporosis / Bone Metabolic Disease

• Skeletal condition characterized by decreased bone mineral density
• Primary osteoporosis (most common) and secondary osteoporosis
• No convincing evidence that implant placement is absolutely contraindicated in osteoporotic patients (Lang & Lindhe 6th Ed)
• However, some studies show lower implant success rates vs. age- and sex-matched controls (Newman & Carranza 14th Ed)
• Bone mass decreases 1-2% per year in aging adults; up to 5-8% in some individuals
• Classification: Relative contraindication (Newman & Carranza 14th Ed - Table 74.1)
• Patients on bisphosphonates for osteoporosis: additional risk assessment required

C. Radiation Therapy (Head and Neck)

• Relative to absolute contraindication
• Radiation >60 Gy to head and neck region: significantly compromises vascularity of bone (hypovascular, hypoxic, hypocellular tissue)
• Increases risk of osteoradionecrosis
• If implants are necessary in irradiated patients:
  • Hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy may be considered as adjunct
  • Careful patient selection and extended healing times required
• Contraindication applies to sinus augmentation procedures as well (Carranza 10th Ed)

D. Bisphosphonate Therapy

• Bisphosphonates: potent inhibitors of osteoclast activity; antiangiogenic effects (inhibit VEGF production)
• High affinity for hydroxyapatite; very long half-life (decades)
• Major complication: BRONJ (Bisphosphonate-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw)
• Now termed: Antiresorptive Agent-Induced Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (ARONJ)

• Dental implant therapy should be avoided (Newman & Carranza 14th Ed)
• Risk of BRONJ: 1 in 300 after oral surgical procedure

• Associated with implant failure and BRONJ (Lang & Lindhe 6th Ed)
• Duration of use is important: longer use = higher risk
• Risk increases significantly after >3 years of use (Newman & Carranza 14th Ed)
• Classification: Relative contraindication for oral; Relative/Absolute for IV

E. Immune Compromise and Immunosuppression

• Corticosteroid therapy: suppresses immune response, impairs wound healing, compromises adrenal response to stress - relative contraindication
• HIV/AIDS: Implants can be placed if disease is under control or in remission; regular supportive therapy must be part of treatment plan (Lang & Lindhe 6th Ed)
• No well-controlled studies of success rates in these patients
• Immunosuppressive medications: Relative contraindication (Newman & Carranza 14th Ed - Table 74.1)

F. Cardiovascular Conditions (Misch 4th Ed)

• Uncontrolled hypertension: risk during surgical procedure
• Recent myocardial infarction (within 6 months): contraindication to elective surgery
• Uncontrolled cardiac arrhythmias: require medical clearance
• Pacemakers: magnetostrictive ultrasonic devices contraindicated; piezoelectric safe

G. Pregnancy (Misch 4th Ed; Ajay Vikram)

• Elective implant surgery should be deferred until after delivery
• Relative contraindication; hormonal changes affect bone metabolism

H. Thyroid Disorders (Misch 4th Ed)

• Thyroid disorders influence bone metabolism and implant management
• Uncontrolled hyper/hypothyroidism: relative contraindication

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6. PSYCHOLOGICAL AND MENTAL CONTRAINDICATIONS

• Psychiatric syndromes (schizophrenia, paranoia) - Absolute contraindication
• Mental instability (neurotic, hysteric behavior) - Absolute contraindication
• Mentally impaired / uncooperative patients - Absolute contraindication
• Irrational fears / phobias - Absolute contraindication
• Unrealistic expectations - Absolute contraindication
• Exception: Individuals with mild psychological impairment who demonstrate good cooperative behavior may be considered with great care
• The clinician should take great care before accepting a mentally or psychologically impaired individual for implant treatment

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7. HABITS AND BEHAVIORAL CONTRAINDICATIONS

A. Smoking / Tobacco Use

• Relative contraindication
• Smoking is a well-established risk factor for implant failure
• Impairs: wound healing, osseointegration, peri-implant tissue health
• Smoking cessation recommended prior to implant therapy (Essentials of Clinical Periodontology - S. Reddy)
• Misch 4th Ed recommends the "5 As" counseling approach for smoking cessation: Ask, Advise, Assess, Assist, Arrange

B. Parafunctional Habits (Bruxism)

• Relative contraindication (Newman & Carranza 14th Ed)
• Bruxism is a significant contraindication especially in:
  • Short-span fixed partial dentures
  • Single implant restorations
• Excessive occlusal forces can compromise osseointegration and cause implant failure
• If implants placed in bruxers: night guards, careful occlusal design required

C. Drug and Alcohol Abuse

• Absolute contraindication (Newman & Carranza 14th Ed)
• Compromises healing, compliance, and long-term maintenance
• Affects judgment and ability to follow post-operative instructions

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8. LOCAL / INTRAORAL FACTORS

A. Bone Quantity and Quality

• D1: Dense cortical bone (anterior mandible) - BIC ~80%
• D2: Thick dense/porous cortical + coarse trabecular (anterior/posterior mandible) - BIC ~70%
• D3: Thin porous cortical + fine trabecular (anterior maxilla) - BIC ~50%
• D4: Fine trabecular only (posterior maxilla) - lowest BIC, poorest prognosis

• D1: >1250 Hounsfield units
• D2: 850-1250 HU
• D3: 350-850 HU
• D4: 150-350 HU
• D5: <150 HU (immature, non-mineralized)

B. Atrophic Maxilla

• Relative contraindication - may require bone augmentation procedures before implant placement

C. Periodontal Disease

• Active, untreated periodontitis: relative contraindication (Newman & Carranza 14th Ed)
• Periodontitis must be treated and controlled before implant placement
• Periodontitis-susceptible patients experience more biologic complications and implant losses (Lang & Lindhe 6th Ed)
• History of aggressive periodontitis: higher implant failure risk (Lang & Lindhe 6th Ed)

D. Oral Hygiene

• Association between poor oral hygiene and peri-implantitis is dose-dependent
• Poor oral hygiene: significantly higher risk of peri-implant mucositis and peri-implantitis
• 3 weeks of abolished oral hygiene causes experimental peri-implant mucositis
• Any patient-specific risk assessment must include evaluation of the patient's ability to maintain high levels of self-performed plaque control (Lang & Lindhe 6th Ed)
• High plaque scores before implant placement = more implant losses (Lang & Lindhe 6th Ed)

E. Supportive Periodontal Therapy (SPT) Compliance (Lang & Lindhe 6th Ed)

• Non-compliance with SPT: 5-year incidence of peri-implantitis = 43.9%
• Compliant patients: 5-year peri-implantitis incidence = 18.0%
• Non-compliance: OR 5.92 for peri-implantitis
• Diagnosis of periodontitis: OR 9.20 for peri-implantitis
• Diagnosis of periodontitis + no SPT: OR 11.43 for peri-implantitis

F. Current Infection

• Active endodontic or other local infection: relative contraindication
• Must be resolved before implant placement (Newman & Carranza 14th Ed)

G. Minimum Space Requirements (Newman & Carranza 14th Ed)

• Minimum mesio-distal space for narrow (3.2-3.5 mm) implant: 6 mm
• Minimum bone clearance on all surfaces: 1-1.5 mm
• Minimum interocclusal space: 4-5 mm (functional minimum)
• Ideal interocclusal space for implant crown: 7 mm

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9. SPECIAL SYSTEMIC CONDITIONS

Anticoagulant Therapy (Lang & Lindhe 6th Ed)

• INR (International Normalized Ratio) must be assessed pre-surgically
• INR within therapeutic range (2.0-3.5): minor surgery generally safe
• Consult with physician before altering anticoagulant therapy

Corticosteroids (Newman & Carranza 14th Ed)

• Suppress immune response
• Impair wound healing
• Compromise normal adrenal response to stress
• Relative contraindication; dose and duration of steroid use must be assessed

Growth Phase / Skeletal Immaturity (Lang & Lindhe 6th Ed; Ajay Vikram)

• Implants should NOT be placed until craniofacial growth has ceased or is almost complete
• Implants placed in growing jaws behave like ankylosed teeth - become submerged as growth continues (Lang & Lindhe 6th Ed)

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10. PRETREATMENT CHECKLIST SUMMARY

1. General and medical evaluation - fitness for surgery
2. Age assessment - minimum age criteria
3. Medical problems review - DM, HTN, thyroid, cardiovascular, liver, pregnancy
4. Investigations - HbA1c, CBC, blood pressure, coagulation profile as needed
5. Radiographic assessment - panoramic OPG, CBCT for bone volume/quality
6. Intraoral examination - periodontal status, occlusion, oral hygiene, space available
7. Psychological assessment - patient expectations, motivation, compliance ability
8. Prosthetic planning - number of implants, type of prosthesis, surgical guides
9. Informed consent - discuss risks, alternatives, costs, treatment timeline

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11. PATIENT-CENTERED OUTCOMES DISCUSSION

• What can realistically be expected from implant placement
• All recommended dental therapy and alternative treatment options
• Sequence of clinical procedures
• Risks and costs involved
• Anticipated total treatment time
• This discussion is critically important in lowering overall risk of treatment problems
• Patients who understand the treatment are more likely to cooperate

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12. CONTRAINDICATIONS - QUICK REFERENCE TABLE

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13. KEY POINTS TO REMEMBER FOR EXAM

• The phrase "no absolute medical contraindications" is often cited but few conditions do come close (IV bisphosphonates, active malignancy, recent MI)
• Psychological contraindications are absolute; systemic ones are mostly relative
• HbA1c is the key investigative parameter for diabetic patients; >10% = contraindicated
• Bone quality D4 (posterior maxilla) has the worst prognosis; bone quantity Division A is ideal
• Oral hygiene compliance is a prerequisite - not optional
• SPT non-compliance increases peri-implantitis risk by nearly 6-fold (Lang & Lindhe)
• Growing patients: wait for skeletal maturity (girls: 16-17 yrs, boys: 17-18 yrs)
• BRONJ risk: IV > Oral; duration of use matters for oral bisphosphonates (>3 years = higher risk)
• Medical evaluation is more important in implantology than in other dental disciplines (Misch)

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1. Newman & Carranza's Clinical Periodontology and Implantology, 14th Ed - Ch. 74
2. Carranza's Clinical Periodontology, 10th Ed - Ch. 74, 78
3. Clinical Periodontology and Implant Dentistry, 6th Ed (Lang & Lindhe) - Patient-Specific Risk Assessment
4. Clinical Implantology (Ajay Vikram) - Ch. 7
5. Essentials of Clinical Periodontology and Periodontics (S. Reddy) - Ch. 47
6. Fundamentals of Periodontology - Ch. 49
7. Misch's Contemporary Implant Dentistry, 4th Ed - Ch. 10These notes are now complete and exam-ready. Here is a quick summary of what is covered:

• 13 organized sections covering every aspect of implant patient selection
• All 7 uploaded references cited throughout
• Includes the critical HbA1c table (Ajay Vikram), Table 74.1 contraindications (Newman & Carranza), bone quality/quantity classifications (Misch/Fundamentals), and SPT statistics (Lang & Lindhe)
• A quick-reference contraindications table and key exam points section at the end for last-minute revision