Osteomyelitis and pathological mandibular fracture related to a late implant failure: A clinical report

DJ O'Sullivan, PA King, DC Jagger

Research output: Contribution to journalArticle (Academic Journal)peer-review

24 Citations (Scopus)

Abstract

This clinical report describes an unusual consequence of peri-implantitis and subsequent implant failure in a 72-year-old man. Following uneventful implant removal, osteomyelitis developed at the implant site, which subsequently weakened the mandible sufficiently for a pathological fracture to occur. The patient was treated successfully by use of an intensive oral hygiene regime, antibiotics, and conservative management. The consequences and management of implant failure are discussed, as well as issues relating to the management of osteomyelitis and pathological bone fracture.
Translated title of the contributionOsteomyelitis and pathological mandibular fracture related to a late implant failure: A clinical report
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)106 - 110
Number of pages5
JournalJournal of Prosthetic Dentistry
Volume95 (2)
Publication statusPublished - Feb 2006

Fingerprint

Dive into the research topics of 'Osteomyelitis and pathological mandibular fracture related to a late implant failure: A clinical report'. Together they form a unique fingerprint.

Cite this