Chinese Journal of Oral Implantology ›› 2024, Vol. 29 ›› Issue (3): 236-241.DOI: 10.12337/zgkqzzxzz.2024.06.008

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Current research status of implant intervention in adolescents with severe tooth loss due to ectodermal dysplasia

Su Guanyu, Shen Yihan, Wu Yiqun, Wang Feng   

  1. Department of Second Dental Center, Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, National Center for Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Shanghai Research Institute of Stomatology, Shanghai 201999, China
  • Received:2024-03-12 Online:2024-06-30 Published:2024-06-28
  • Contact: Wang Feng, Email: diana_wangfeng@aliyun.com, Tel: 0086-21-56152705
  • Supported by:
    Biobank of Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine (YBKB202101)

Abstract: Tooth agenesis is a typical developmental abnormality in the oral and maxillofacial region among teenagers. Ectodermal dysplasia(ED) is the primary cause of severe tooth agenesis in adolescents. Teenagers with severe tooth agenesis benefit from implant intervention for the possibility of regaining masticatory function and speech function, as well as maintaining a pleasing facial appearance. In terms of retention and stability, implant-supported dentures for teenagers outperform conventional removable dentures. This review elaborates on the feasibility of implant placement in teenagers with ED, focusing on the considerations of implant placement and common methods for this special group of patients. Lastly, prospects for further study in this field are highlighted.

Key words: Implant, Severe tooth agenesis, Ectodermal dysplasia, Teenagers