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Information for participants

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Background

 

Currently, implantology has become a crucial pillar in dentistry and oral surgery. Implants are placed in cases of tooth loss or as a support system for a potential removable prosthesis.

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Significant knowledge has been gained in implantology through extensive research conducted in recent decades, but this primarily focusses on the success of a treatment (function and durability).

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Little attention has been given to the expectations, perception and experience of the patient throughout the entire healthcare process. Moreover, up to now it is very difficult for patients to have control on the selections of the best dental implantologist for their specific needs.

Research Aim

 

This study aims to develop a dental implant outcome set that allows implantologists to assess the quality of care. This tool will also enable patients to compare caregivers, and facilitates the choice where and with whom to start a treatment traject.

Questionnaires

 

All data for this research project are collected via questionnaires. Each patient will fill in a maximum of 6 questionnaire, each taking approximately 5 minutes.

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These questionnaires pose no risk to the treatment process. The results of the digital questionnaire will be anonymised and securely stored.

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Study Framework

Participation in this study does not influence your treatment. Questionnaires will be administered corresponding to your regular visits.

 

The appointments during the implantology process will adhere to the guidelines of the Dutch Association of Oral Implantology (NVOI), where the patient will be seen at the following intervals:

  • Prior to implant placement, discussing possibilities and making preparations for the implant placement (e.g., planning, discussing treatment and risks).

  • At the time of implant placement.

  • ~ 1-3 weeks after implant placement.

  • ~ 2-4 months after implant placement.

  • ~ 1-3 months after placement of the crown or implant-supported prosthesis.

  • ~ 1 year after placement of the prosthesis.
     

The duration of this study (at least 12 months) will not affect the healthcare process and decisions regarding the placement of the implant.

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