Implants · single question
A female patient taking estradiol who smokes (2 pack-years) has an implant failure. What is the most likely cause?
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Correct answer: A. Smoking
- A. CORRECT. Smoking is a major, well-established risk factor for implant failure through impaired healing and osseointegration.
- B. INCORRECT. Hygiene matters, but smoking is the stronger documented risk here.
- C. INCORRECT. Estradiol is not a primary cause of implant failure.