Mengting Wu, Cong Ren, Yinhua Jiang, Junjie Yan, Chengfeng Wang
{"title":"Comparative Evaluation of Microimplant and Traditional Anchorage in Class II Malocclusion Therapy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.","authors":"Mengting Wu, Cong Ren, Yinhua Jiang, Junjie Yan, Chengfeng Wang","doi":"10.1563/aaid-joi-D-25-00139","DOIUrl":"10.1563/aaid-joi-D-25-00139","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Class II malocclusion affects aesthetics and function. Traditional anchorage methods have limitations, and microimplant anchorage (MIA) requires thorough comparison. The objective of this study was to compare the efficacy of MIA with traditional anchorage in treating patients with Class II malocclusion through meta-analysis. This study used a systematic review and meta-analysis, searching 5 English-language and 4 Chinese-language databases. The research question was structured using the PICO framework: Population (Class II malocclusion patients), Intervention (MIA), Comparison (traditional anchorage), and Outcome (cephalometric angle changes). A search formula was created using subject terms and Boolean logic. The Cochrane tool assessed bias risk in randomized controlled trials (RCTs), and the Newcastle-Ottawa scale evaluated the quality of nonrandomized studies. Evidence levels were assessed with GRADE. This study focused on indicators with clinical significance such as the sella-nasion (SN)-A point angle (SNA°). RevMan 5.4 software calculated the standardized mean difference (SMD) and odds ratio, with heterogeneity assessed using I2 and publication bias evaluated using funnel plots and Egger test, along with subgroup and sensitivity analyses. A total of 11 studies were included in the systematic review, of which 2 were RCTs and 9 were retrospective or controlled studies. Meta-analysis incorporated the data from all 11 studies, revealing that the MIA group showed a greater change in nasolabial angle than the traditional anchorage group (SMD = 0.58, P < .001) but no significant differences in SNA°, SN-B point angle, upper incisor to SN plane angle, A point-nasion-B point angle or SN plane to mandibular plane angle. The change in nasolabial angle before and after treatment was less minor in the MIA group for patients with Class II malocclusion. This provides evidence-based guidance on selecting treatment methods for patients with Angle's Class II malocclusion in clinical practice. Previous studies have shown that the choice of anchorage affects the orthodontic effect of Class II malocclusion. This meta-analysis found that the microimplant anchorage technique has certain advantages in treating patients with Angle's Class II malocclusion compared with the traditional anchorage approach; however, the degree of maxillary alveolar bone remodeling warrants further discussion.</p>","PeriodicalId":519890,"journal":{"name":"The Journal of oral implantology","volume":"52 4","pages":"293-301"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2026-08-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148703278","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Implant Treatment for Severe 3-Dimensional Bone Defects in the Area of Missing Adjacent Maxillary Central and Lateral Incisors: Long-Term Follow-Up Using Titanium Mesh and GBR Techniques.","authors":"Hisato Hotta, Yasunori Hotta, Koji Ito, Shinichi Komatsu, Takashi Saito, Yuji Teramoto","doi":"10.1563/aaid-joi-D-25-00047","DOIUrl":"10.1563/aaid-joi-D-25-00047","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This report presents 2 cases of severe bone defects following the extraction of adjacent maxillary central and lateral incisors. In both cases, the teeth were extracted in the hospital's oral surgery department due to extensive apical periodontitis. Postoperatively, 3-dimensional bone defects were observed, including mesiodistal, labial, and palatal bone loss extending near the nasal floor. In the first case, 2 implants were placed using the guided bone regeneration (GBR) method with titanium mesh. Subsequently, during the second stage surgery, a minor GBR procedure was performed to improve the contour of the implant neck. In the second case, in which the bone defect was even more severe than in the first, a multi-GBR approach was selected. After the initial GBR procedure, insufficient bone formation was observed in the central area of the defect. To address this, the ice cream cone technique was employed to enhance bone regeneration. Subsequently, 2 implants were placed. After implant placement, a vertical concavity was observed between the necks of the 2 implants. To correct this, a second GBR procedure using titanium mesh was performed as in case 1. However, an interimplant black triangle was observed, and a vascularized interpositional periosteal-connective tissue flap was performed to eliminate it. Both cases have been followed for more than 6 years since the placement of the final prostheses with no significant findings in intraoral examinations or cone beam computerized tomography images. Esthetically, no interimplant black triangle was observed. In case 1, a satisfactory outcome was achieved by remaking the prostheses. However, in case 2, which had a more severe bone defect than case 1, the clinical crown length of the prostheses is slightly longer compared with the contralateral side.</p>","PeriodicalId":519890,"journal":{"name":"The Journal of oral implantology","volume":"52 4","pages":"251-260"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2026-08-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148703256","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Jacksonville University Comprehensive Oral Implantology Program 2026 Update.","authors":"James L Rutkowski","doi":"10.1563/orim-52-4-editorial","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1563/orim-52-4-editorial","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":519890,"journal":{"name":"The Journal of oral implantology","volume":"52 4","pages":"235-236"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2026-08-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148703307","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Dennis Smiler, Dan Rosen, Alex Salvoni, Kwangbum Park, Seunghyun Kim, Hyunwook Albert An
{"title":"A Novel 2-Piece Zygoma Extension System for Optimizing Prosthetic Emergence in the Atrophic Maxilla: A 3-Case Clinical Series.","authors":"Dennis Smiler, Dan Rosen, Alex Salvoni, Kwangbum Park, Seunghyun Kim, Hyunwook Albert An","doi":"10.1563/aaid-joi-D-25-00268","DOIUrl":"10.1563/aaid-joi-D-25-00268","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Zygomatic and pterygoid implants are essential tools in the rehabilitation of the severely atrophic maxilla, yet they often result in prosthetic emergence in unfavorable posterior or palatal locations. This article introduces a novel 2-piece zygoma extension system, available in straight and angled (12°, 20°, 25°) configurations, designed to redirect emergence to the alveolar crest with improved biomechanics and prosthetic accessibility. Three patients with varying degrees of maxillary atrophy underwent treatment using MegaGen BLUEDIAMOND implants combined with precision-milled titanium straight or angled extensions. Standardized surgical protocols were followed, with cone beam computerized tomography (CBCT)-based planning, intraoperative guide use, cortical engagement strategies, and immediate loading protocols. Across all cases, implants achieved high primary stability (70-80 Ncm), and extensions allowed prosthetic emergence in ideal posterior or second molar positions. Postoperative CBCT confirmed accurate implant placement, stable trajectories, and favorable abutment orientation. Immediate previsualization was successful in all patients with no intraoperative or early postoperative complications. The 2-piece zygoma extension system provides a safer, simpler, and more prosthetically advantageous alternative to conventional zygomatic and pterygoid approaches. Decoupling implant trajectory from prosthetic emergence expands treatment possibilities for complex maxillary atrophy and improves restorative outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":519890,"journal":{"name":"The Journal of oral implantology","volume":"52 4","pages":"237-242"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2026-08-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148703228","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Hydraulic Sinus Lift Technique: Opportunities and Limitations.","authors":"Anna Buskhrikidze, Georgios E Romanos","doi":"10.1563/aaid-joi-D-25-00130","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1563/aaid-joi-D-25-00130","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The sinus lift procedure, first introduced in the 1970s to address insufficient bone height in the posterior maxilla for dental implants, has greatly evolved over the years. Traditional invasive techniques, such as the lateral window approach, posed a high risk of complications, including membrane perforation. Recent developments have led to the creation of the hydraulic sinus lift, introduced in 2005, which uses hydraulic pressure to gently lift the sinus membrane, lowering risks and increasing precision. Studies have shown its high success rates, minimal postoperative discomfort, and improved surgical outcomes. Innovations such as the crestal approach sinus kit have further improved the technique, allowing better control, faster surgeries, and improved implant stability. This review traces the history of sinus lift methods, focusing on hydraulic techniques, and discusses potential future improvements in tools and materials. As technology advances, these innovations are set to make sinus lift procedures safer, more effective, and more efficient, leading to better results for patients needing dental implants.</p>","PeriodicalId":519890,"journal":{"name":"The Journal of oral implantology","volume":"52 4","pages":"302-307"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2026-08-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148703332","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Clinical Outcomes of Tilted Implants in the Atrophic Posterior Mandible: A Long-Term Study.","authors":"Norika Kuneshita, Ryo Kajihara, Hironori Sakai, Hiroki Otagiri, Yuji Kusafuka, Hiroshi Kurita","doi":"10.1563/aaid-joi-D-25-00078","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1563/aaid-joi-D-25-00078","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Implant treatment for atrophic mandibular molars is challenging due to limited space for implant placement and the potential risk of damaging the inferior alveolar nerve. One approach to address these challenges is the angled placement of endosseous implants. We herein report the long-term outcomes of tilted implants placed in atrophic mandibles. Subjects were 12 patients who underwent intentionally tilted implant placement in the atrophic posterior mandible in our department between 2006 and 2014, and 28 implants were placed. Patients were scheduled for follow-up visits every 6 months for a clinical assessment. The minimum observation period was 7.4 years, and the maximum was 16.3 years. Vertical bone loss was monitored on follow-up panoramic radiographs with vertical bone resorption ≥3 mm included in the evaluation. Three implants (in 2 patients) were placed with bone grafting. Twenty implants had single crowns, and 8 were splinted. A radiographic assessment revealed vertical bone resorption ≥3 mm in 7 implants (25%). The 10-year cumulative survival rate was 96.4% (1 implant lost in 9.3 years). There was no damage to the neurovascular structure or permanent paresthesia. Although the rate of vertical bone resorption was high, the prognosis of tilted placement in the mandibular molar region was favorable, suggesting it has potential as a good treatment option to reduce the risk of inferior alveolar nerve damage.</p>","PeriodicalId":519890,"journal":{"name":"The Journal of oral implantology","volume":"52 4","pages":"271-275"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2026-08-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148703296","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Minal Sharmeen Rahman, Seong-Yeon Ryu, Hyun Hwang, Se-Hyang Kim, Jin-Woo Kim
{"title":"Individualized 3D-Printed Titanium Mesh-Assisted Alveolar Reconstruction and Implant Rehabilitation Following MRONJ Resection: A Case Report.","authors":"Minal Sharmeen Rahman, Seong-Yeon Ryu, Hyun Hwang, Se-Hyang Kim, Jin-Woo Kim","doi":"10.1563/aaid-joi-D-25-00137","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1563/aaid-joi-D-25-00137","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw is a severe complication of antiresorptive therapy that often necessitates complex reconstructive surgery. This report describes a case of implant-supported rehabilitation using a customized 3D-printed titanium mesh for an extensive mandibular defect resulting from medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw. A 58-year-old woman with stage-3 medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw after zoledronate therapy underwent segmental mandibulectomy and reconstruction with a free iliac crest graft. Nine months later, a customized titanium mesh was placed to protect the planned 9.5-11 mm augmentation. Cone beam computed tomography confirmed mineralized regeneration within the mesh. The mesh was removed after achieving 9.5 mm vertical and 11 mm horizontal alveolar augmentation, and 4 implants were placed with high primary stability (insertion torque ≥ 40 N cm). At 6 months, resonance frequency analysis values ranged from 75 to 84, allowing delivery of a splinted fixed prosthesis. At 12 months of loading, the peri-implant tissues remained normal with stable radiographic bone levels and satisfactory function. Combining customized 3D-printed titanium mesh with guided implant placement supports stable bone regeneration and prosthetic rehabilitation in patients with medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw. However, outcomes depend on medication history, therapy timing, and unresolved drug-related factors, underscoring the need for a multidisciplinary approach with individualized treatment and proactive complication care.</p>","PeriodicalId":519890,"journal":{"name":"The Journal of oral implantology","volume":"52 4","pages":"243-250"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2026-08-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148703327","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Arwa Badahdah, Waddah M Alkhouly, Hanadi M Khalifa, Jana Ahmed Alwaznah, Abdulaziz Talal Maleh, Dalia E Meisha, Zuhair S Natto
{"title":"Alveolar Ridge Preservation Using a Composite Graft Plug: Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes From a Randomized Clinical Trial.","authors":"Arwa Badahdah, Waddah M Alkhouly, Hanadi M Khalifa, Jana Ahmed Alwaznah, Abdulaziz Talal Maleh, Dalia E Meisha, Zuhair S Natto","doi":"10.1563/aaid-joi-D-25-00005","DOIUrl":"10.1563/aaid-joi-D-25-00005","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Various grafting materials have been used for alveolar ridge preservation with varying degrees of success in maintaining ridge dimensions. This study compared the clinical and radiographic outcomes of a composite graft plug containing bioactive, resorbable calcium apatite crystals embedded in a collagen matrix with those of a corticocancellous allograft. This randomized clinical trial included 24 participants requiring single-rooted tooth extractions. The participants were randomly assigned to 1 of 2 groups: composite plug or allograft. Clinical measurements of soft tissue thickness were obtained at baseline and 4 months postextraction using a stent with reference points at 4, 7, and 10 mm apical to the gingival margin of the tooth to be extracted. Furthermore, radiographic assessments were conducted using cone-beam computerized tomography at the same reference points. The results revealed significant increases in soft tissue thickness in both groups with the composite plug group showing a greater increase. Radiographic analysis indicated greater reductions in bone width in the composite plug group across all horizontal measurement levels than in the allograft group. The differences in alveolar ridge width reduction between the groups were 1.36, 1.3, and 1 mm at the specified reference points. However, the composite plug performed better than the allograft in maintaining vertical height. In conclusion, within the limitations of this study, socket preservation using allografts combined with a collagen plug appears to be more effective than composite graft plugs for preserving ridge width.</p>","PeriodicalId":519890,"journal":{"name":"The Journal of oral implantology","volume":"52 4","pages":"276-284"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2026-08-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148703282","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Enrico M Strappa, Livio Lo Faro, Francesco Giachi Carù, Ulf Nannmark, Tiziano Testori
{"title":"Cortical Lamina and Fibrin Sealant for Horizontal Bone Augmentation Around Dental Implants: Proof-of-Principle With Histological Results.","authors":"Enrico M Strappa, Livio Lo Faro, Francesco Giachi Carù, Ulf Nannmark, Tiziano Testori","doi":"10.1563/aaid-joi-D-25-00081","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1563/aaid-joi-D-25-00081","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This case report aimed to describe the medium-term results of the cortical lamina and fibrin sealant for horizontal bone augmentation at implant sites. A 62-year-old female American Society of Anesthesiologists I patient was treated with guided implant placement in the #3-#5 area. A mixture of collagenated xenogenic bone granules (OsteoBiol Gen-Os and OsteoBiol Apatos, Tecnoss, Giaveno, Italy) and fibrin sealant (Tisseel, Baxter Healthcare Corporation, Deerfield, IL) was carefully positioned in a single block with slight pressure on the recipient area. The xenogenic collagenated cortical lamina (OsteoBiol Lamina, Tecnoss) was shaped and placed over the augmented area. Fibrin sealant was also applied over the bone grafts to improve the lamina adhesion. After 5 months, a biopsy sample from the augmented area was harvested. The histological analysis showed newly formed bone in proximity to collagenated granules without a clear distinction. Signs of bone maturation were also noted. The 3D superimposition of the cone-beam computerized tomography scans showed that the bone volume at augmented sites remained stable during the 5-month healing period. Final prostheses were delivered 6 months after the second stage surgery with positive esthetic and functional results. The proposed technique demonstrated favorable outcomes in bone augmentation and stability.</p>","PeriodicalId":519890,"journal":{"name":"The Journal of oral implantology","volume":"52 4","pages":"261-270"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2026-08-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148703263","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Eduardo Gomes da Frota, Cristiane de Cássia Bergamaschi, Luciane Cruz Lopes, Lívio Portela de Deus Lages, Rogério Heládio Lopes Motta
{"title":"Preemptive Analgesia With Steroidal and Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs in Dental Implant Surgeries: A Systematic Review.","authors":"Eduardo Gomes da Frota, Cristiane de Cássia Bergamaschi, Luciane Cruz Lopes, Lívio Portela de Deus Lages, Rogério Heládio Lopes Motta","doi":"10.1563/aaid-joi-D-24-00009","DOIUrl":"10.1563/aaid-joi-D-24-00009","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This systematic review aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of preemptive analgesia using oral steroidal and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in adults undergoing dental implant surgery. A comprehensive search was conducted in the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL), MEDLINE (via PubMed), Excerpta Medica Database (EMBASE), Virtual Health Library (VHL), Web of Science, and other databases with no restrictions on language or publication date. Randomized clinical trials (RCTs) comparing oral steroidal drugs or NSAIDs with placebo or other anti-inflammatory drugs were included. The primary outcomes were postoperative pain, edema, trismus, discomfort, and use of rescue medication. Pairs of reviewers independently extracted data and assessed the risk of bias. Owing to clinical heterogeneity among the included studies, a narrative synthesis was conducted. Seven RCTs (n = 589 patients) evaluated aceclofenac 100 mg (in combination with acetaminophen), dexamethasone 4 mg, dexketoprofen 25 mg, etoricoxib 90 mg, ibuprofen 600 mg, ketorolac 10 mg, meloxicam 15 mg, nimesulide 100 mg, piroxicam 40 mg, and tenoxicam 20 mg. Favorable results have been reported with etoricoxib 90 mg, ibuprofen 600 mg, and nimesulide 100 mg for controlling postoperative pain and discomfort in single-implant procedures. Meloxicam and tenoxicam have demonstrated efficacy in invasive surgeries involving multiple implants and advanced techniques. Some studies have extended anti-inflammatory use to the postoperative period beyond rescue medication, potentially biasing the interpretation of preemptive efficacy. To date, no adverse drug reactions have been reported. Owing to the heterogeneity in protocols, drug regimens, and outcome measures, definitive conclusions regarding the most effective and safest preemptive agents could not be drawn. Future trials should emphasize methodological standardization and focus on widely used drugs to support evidence-based decisions in implant dentistry.</p>","PeriodicalId":519890,"journal":{"name":"The Journal of oral implantology","volume":"52 3","pages":"225-234"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2026-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148166461","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}