Gingival Margin Changes in Maxillary Anterior Sites After Single Immediate Implant Placement and Provisionalization: A 5-Year Retrospective Study of 47 Patients

Abstract

This study suggests that implant diameter, gingival biotype, surgical technique, and/or the reason for tooth loss can influence the amount of gingival recession occurring over 5 years. Most recession occurred within the first 3 months, between implant placement/provisionalization and definitive restoration. The use of a customized anatomic provisional abutment can reduce the amount and frequency of recession.