Implants in adolescents

J Indian Soc Periodontol. 2013 Jul;17(4):546-8. doi: 10.4103/0972-124X.118335.

Abstract

Implants have gained tremendous popularity as a treatment modality for replacement of missing teeth in adults. There is extensive research present on the use of implants in adults, but there is a dearth of data available on the same in adolescents. The treatment planning and execution of implant placement in adolescents is still in its infancy. This review article is an attempt to bring together available literature.

Keywords: Adolescents; anodontia; growth determinants; implants.