Human Histologic Evidence of Integration of Functionally Loaded Hydroxyapatite-coated Implants Placed Simultaneously with Sinus Augmentation: A Case Report 2½ Years Postplacement

Abstract

This article histologically and clinically presents a case report showing two retrieved implants that were placed simultaneously at the time of the antral augmentation. These implants were retrieved 2.5 years after placement and 2 years after loading. To our knowledge, this is the first human histological case report of implants that were simultaneously placed with a sinus lift and loaded.