This study aimed to subjectively evaluate bone quality in the particulate cancellous bone and marrow (PCBM) graft area and to assess the survival rates of implants. A retrospective review was conducted based on patient age, sex, diagnosis, reconstructed site, number of implants, prosthetic type, and duration of follow-up. Images from computed tomography (CT) before implant insertion were obtained and used in this study. We selected a 4.0-mm diameter × 8.0-mm length region of interest in the implant placement area, and measured the CT attenuation value. No significant correlations were seen between CT attenuation values and implant survival rates in the maxilla and mandible. On the other hand, CT attenuation values and implant survival rates were significantly lower in patients with malignancy than in non-malignant cases. Placing implants in PCBM grafted bone requires a full understanding of bone quality before surgery and drilling to ensure primary stability, along with consideration of soft tissue management and maintenance programs.
Keywords: Computed tomography; Dental implant; Particulate cancellous bone and marrow.
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