Dental implant treatment for renal failure patients on dialysis: a clinical guideline

Int J Oral Sci. 2017 Sep;9(3):125-132. doi: 10.1038/ijos.2017.23. Epub 2017 Jun 23.

Abstract

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a worldwide public health problem that is growing in prevalence and is associated with severe complications. During the progression of the disease, a majority of CKD patients suffer oral complications. Dental implants are currently the most reliable and successful treatment for missing teeth. However, due to complications of CKD such as infections, bone lesions, bleeding risks, and altered drug metabolism, dental implant treatment for renal failure patients on dialysis is more challenging. In this review, we have summarized the characteristics of CKD and previous publications regarding dental treatments for renal failure patients. In addition, we discuss our recent research results and clinical experience in order to provide dental implant practitioners with a clinical guideline for dental implant treatment for renal failure patients undergoing hemodialysis.

Publication types

  • Review
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Dental Implants*
  • Humans
  • Kidney Failure, Chronic / complications*
  • Kidney Failure, Chronic / therapy*
  • Mouth Diseases / etiology*
  • Mouth Diseases / therapy*
  • Renal Dialysis*

Substances

  • Dental Implants