Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice
Volume 9, Issue 1 , Pages 11-12, March 2009

Cigarette Smoking Does not Increase the Risk for Early Failure of Dental Implants

Professor and Chair, Department of Community Dentistry & Behavioral Science, University of Florida College of Dentistry, 1329 SW 16th Street, Suite 5180, P.O. Box 103628, Gainesville, FL 32610-3628 USA, (couriers 32608)

Article Title and Bibliographic Information

The influence of tobacco on early dental implant failure.

Sverzut AT, et al.

J Oral Maxillofac Surg 2008;66(5):1004-9.

Level of Evidence

Level 2: Limited-quality, patient-oriented evidence.

Strength of Recommendation Grade

Not applicable.

Purpose/Question

The study's specific aim was to identify the risk of early loss of dental implants associated with cigarette smoking.

Source of Funding

Government-State of Sao (the a should have the curvy line above it) Paulo Research Support Foundation, Sao (same as above for the a) Paulo, Brazil.

Type of Study/Design

Historical cohort study.

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PII: S1532-3382(08)00229-7

doi:10.1016/j.jebdp.2008.12.017

Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice
Volume 9, Issue 1 , Pages 11-12, March 2009

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