Application of short implants in the edentulous maxilla

doi:10.12337/zgkqzzxzz.2025.06.003

Abstract

Abstract: Patients with edentulous maxillae often face the challenge of insufficient bone height due to factors such as alveolar bone resorption and maxillary sinus pneumatization, making it difficult for traditional implants to achieve adequate primary stability. Short implants (typically less than 8 mm in length) have emerged as an innovative solution for addressing insufficient bone volume and have shown great potential in the field of maxillary implant rehabilitation for edentulous patients in recent years. This article reviews the clinical applications of short implants in edentulous maxillae, including primary stability requirements, influencing factors, and prosthetic superstructure design considerations.

Key words: Short implant, Edentulous maxilla, Insufficient bone volume, Primary stability

Zhou Yanmin, Luo Jiaxin. Application of short implants in the edentulous maxilla[J]. Chinese Journal of Oral Implantology, 2025, 30(3): 209-216.

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