Comparative analysis of marginal bone loss around implant restored with platform switched versus platform matched abutments
Abstract
Marginal bone loss around dental implants remains a persistent clinical challenge affecting long-term implant success. This study compared crestal bone changes in 100 patients restored with platform-switched versus platform-matched abutments over a 12-month period. Standardized radiographs revealed significantly lower marginal bone loss in the platform-switched group at every follow-up interval. Clinical parameters remained stable in both groups, confirming that inflammation did not influence bone-level differences. Thus data shows clear superiority of platform switching in preserving peri-implant bone.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Dental Implant Techniques and Outcomes
Orthopaedic implants and arthroplasty
Periodontal Regeneration and Treatments
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Bioinformation
- Volume
- 22
- Issue
- 2
- Pages
- 1029–1033
- Publication date
- 28 February 2026
- Language
- EN