Study Examines Implant Success Among Individuals with Diabetes

Study Examines Implant Success Among Individuals with Diabetes

Diabetes causes a wide variety of complications that negatively impact health. From delayed healing response to increased susceptibility to periodontal diseases, individuals with diabetes face significant challenges in maintaining their health. Now, researchers are reporting that patients with diabetes who undergo implant therapy face another obstacle—increased rates of marginal bone loss. The study, “Diabetes and Oral Implant Failure: A Systematic Review,” was published online in June by the Journal of Dental Research. 

In a systematic review and meta-analysis of 14 studies, the researchers found that individuals with diabetes experienced marginal bone loss at a greater rate than patients without diabetes. Regarding implant failure rates, the study concluded that the difference between patients with diabetes vs those without was not statistically significant. While this study provides insight into the oral challenges faced by patients with diabetes receiving implant therapy, the researchers cite a need for more studies that include both patient types, as well as larger sample sizes.

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July 2014