Implantology Articles
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Prosthetic and Surgical Management of Atypical Space When Teeth Are Missing
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When is it appropriate to integrate a new device, technique, or material into clinical dentistry?
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Dental Implantology: Numbers Clinicians Need to Know
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Correction of Dysfunctional Wear Results in Esthetic Outcome for Reluctant Patient
In this case study, we show how, after a thorough diagnosis, risk assessment, and prognosis were carried out, an esthetic mock-up is used to engage the patient in both the cosmetic and functional bene...
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Use of Overdenture Implants in the Management of a Failed Long-term Transosteal Implant Prosthesis
This article describes the use of the LOCATOR® Overdenture Implant (LODI) to rehabilitate a patient with a mandibular implant-retained overdenture.
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Esthetic Interdisciplinary Treatment: An Effective Approach to Address Complex Short-Face Adult Cases
This article discusses the treatment of a woman with a short, square face who originally was contemplating cosmetic surgery for correction of her facial features.
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To Drill or to Densify? Clinical Indications for the Use of Osseodensification
This article focuses on the clinical indications of OD by presenting three cases that include a lateral sinus augmentation procedure, a crestal sinus augmentation in combination with use of a syntheti...
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Use of Computer-Guided Surgery to Avoid Severe Buccal Defect and Lingual Concavity in Mandibular Implant Placement
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Overcoming Esthetic, Functional, and Biomechanical Challenges With Assistance From Orthodontic Intrusion
In this article, we discuss a full-mouth reconstruction used to initiate a multi-phase treatment approach for an adult patient who presented with several concerns regarding function and appearance.
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A Rationale for Fixed Restorations Supported by Mini Dental Implants: Case Reports and Practical Case Selection Guidelines
In this case study you’ll learn why the use of MDIs in area of deficient ridge width and/or interdental space may be a viable alternative treatment option that can reduce the treatment complexity.
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Osseodensification: An Overview of Scientific Rationale and Biological Background
This article provides an overview of the basic biological remodeling events that take place following implant placement, and provides an outline of surgical methods utilized over the years to increase...
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Computer-Guided Approach for Placement of Zygomatic Implants: Novel Protocol and Surgical Guide
View our comprehensive guide to learn the latest on new protocols for computer-guided approaches to Zygomatic implants in dentistry.
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Immediate Placement of Dental Implants in Molar Extraction Sockets: An 11-Year Retrospective Analysis
Research by Richard B. Smith, DDS; Dennis P. Tarnow, DDS; and Guido Sarnachiaro, DDS, provides an 11-year, retrospective analysis on the immediate placement of dental implants in molar extraction sock...
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Dental implant placement: How do freehand, guided, navigation, and robotic surgeries compare?
In this roundtable, several field experts discuss various approaches to dental implant placement and do a comparison. Read on to learn more.
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Effects of NSAIDS on Periodontal and Dental Implant Therapy
