DOI: 10.11607/prd.2353, PubMed ID (PMID): 27560679Pages 736-743, Language: EnglishHsu, Yung-Ting / Oh, Tae-Ju / Rudek, Ivan / Wang, Hom-LayThis case series aimed to investigate the initial-phase bone remodeling during implant wound healing and to discuss the possible contributing factors. A total of 11 implants with polished collars were placed in premaxillary regions via flapless approach with the aid of computer technology. After 15 months of follow-up, the results suggested that the presence of polished collars triggered bone resorption via a bone remodeling mechanism. The overall vertical crestal resorption was 0.78 ± 0.46 mm on average. This initial-phase bone remodeling primarily occurred within the first 3 months postoperatively. The slightly exposed polished collar may not worsen crestal bone level.