Estimation of Crestal Bone Loss with Flap and Flapless Methods for the Position of Implant

Abstract

Introduction: The current research was conducted to estimate the loss of crestal bone using the flap and flapless method for implant placement. Materials and Methods: Forty participants who fulfilled the addition criteria were chosen for this research. All participants were then categorized equally into two study groups, that is, with and without undergoing flap surgery. Statistical evaluation was performed using the Mann-Whitney U-test. Results: Flapless implant placement showed lesser crestal bone loss. Conclusion: Compared to flap surgery, seamless implant implantation showed less loss of crestal bone.

Keywords

• crestal bone
• flap
• flapless
• implant
• loss
• technique