Background: Dental implants have become a standard solution for the replacement of missing teeth, significantly influencing patient satisfaction and quality of life. This study aims to evaluate patient satisfaction and quality of life outcomes following dental implant placement. Materials and Methods: A total of 150 patients who received dental implants were included in this study. Patient satisfaction was assessed using a validated questionnaire covering various aspects such as esthetics, function, and comfort. Quality of life was evaluated using the Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-14). Data were collected at baseline (prior to implant placement) and at a 6-month follow-up. Results: Of the 150 patients, 135 (90%) completed the 6-month follow-up. The overall patient satisfaction score improved significantly from a baseline mean of 3.5 (SD = 1.2) to 8.2 (SD = 1.1) at the 6-month follow-up (P < 0.001). Similarly, the OHIP-14 score showed a significant reduction, indicating improved quality of life, from a baseline mean of 32.0 (SD = 5.3) to 14.5 (SD = 4.2) at the 6-month follow-up (P < 0.001). Subscales for pain, psychological discomfort, and social disability showed marked improvements. Conclusion: Dental implant placement leads to a significant increase in patient satisfaction and quality of life. These findings underscore the importance of dental implants as a viable option for the restoration of missing teeth and the enhancement of overall oral health and well-being.

Osseointegration is essential for the long-term success of dental implants. However, achieving consistent and rapid integration remains challenging. Growth factors like PDGF, BMPs, TGF-β, IGF, VEGF, PRP and PRF have shown potential to enhance bone healing and implant stability. These agents promote osteoblast activity, angiogenesis and matrix formation, accelerating peri-implant bone regeneration. Delivery methods such as platelet concentrates, surface coatings and biomaterial integration have demonstrated promising outcomes. Therefore, it is of interest to review summarizing the biological rationale, clinical evidence, application techniques and future prospects of growth factor use in implant dentistry.

Objective: Purpose: To evaluate the efficacy of water flossing to traditional flossing in lowering the bleeding on probing (BOP) index around dental implants. Methods and Materials: This single-center, examiner-masked research enrolled patients with implants and randomly allocated them to one of two groups. The research analyzed the effectiveness of manual toothbrushes when used with either string floss or a water flosser. Results: After 30 days, the main result was a decrease in BOP occurrence. At the outset, neither group had noticeably higher rates of bleeding than the other. While only six of 20 implants in the floss group demonstrated a decrease in BOP after 30 days, 18 of 20 implants in the water flosser group did. Conclusions: These results demonstrate that the use of water flossers was associated with much less bleeding than that of string floss. The researchers think that water flossing might be a useful addition to the maintenance of dental implants.

Peri-implantitis represents a biofilm-associated pathologic condition characterized by inflammation and progressive bone loss around osseointegrated dental implants, which is a major risk to the survival of the implant. The etiology of peri-implantitis as a multifactorial process that includes microbial colonization, host susceptibility, biomechanical overload and systemic factors such as diabetes and smoking is analyzed in this systematic review. Preventive measures such as aggressive oral hygiene protocols, patient education and surface modification of implants are highlighted for their risk prevention potential. Management strategies involve both non-surgical interventions—debridement, local antibiotics, and laser phototherapy and surgery, resective and regenerative strategies to the severity of the disease. Comprehensive understanding of peri-implantitis pathogenesis and evidence-based treatment is essential in optimizing implant success and patient experience.

Dental implants have become a reliable solution for edentulism, yet bone limitations often necessitate alternative approaches such as short implants. This systematic review evaluates and compares the clinical outcomes and success rates of short dental implants (≤8 mm) versus standard-length implants (>8 mm) in various clinical scenarios. Data from multiple studies were analyzed to assess implant survival, marginal bone loss, prosthetic complications and long-term stability. The findings suggest that, when appropriately indicated, short implants demonstrate comparable success and survival rates to their longer counterparts, particularly in atrophic ridges where bone augmentation may be avoided. However, variations in surgical techniques, prosthetic protocols and patient-related factors can influence outcomes. Thus, short implants represent a viable, minimally invasive alternative, provided patient selection and clinical protocols are well-considered.