Narrative review shows higher survival rates for implants based on diameter and length in specific conditions, indicating potential benefits of narrow-diameter implants.
A BSTRACT Dental implants are frequently used to replace lost teeth. Both local and systemic conditions influence the success of dental implants. The survival rate can be predicted by local parameters such as implant diameter, length, surrounding bone type, and lack of pathology. In locations with limited space and available bone, narrow-diameter implants (NDIs) may be placed in place of standard dental implants (SDIs). When treating atrophic alveolar ridges, short dental implants seem like a viable option with a high survival rate when compared to bone augmentation techniques.
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Saad Obaid Alazmi (2025) studied this question.
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