Implants

Treating the Congenitally Deficient Smile

Congenitally missing teeth are quite common in the adult population, being found on average...

CBCT Guided Surgery: Accurate, Predictable, and Economical

INTRODUCTION As technology advances, patient treatments advance too. The advent and continual development of...

Observations of an Experienced Implant Practitioner

Figure 1. The i3D Smart (Vatech) is an example of a cone beam device...

Implant and Prosthetic Efficiency Breakthroughs: Recent Advances in Implant Design and Drilling Protocols

INTRODUCTION In all the years since 1963, when Dr. Per-Ingvar Brånemark invented the first titanium...

A ‘Graft Less’ Approach to Posterior Implant Sites

INTRODUCTION In the past, a common guideline for selection of an implant size was...

Treating a Patient With Inadequate Restorative Space

INTRODUCTION A consideration of available restorative space is critical when fabricating implant-supported overdentures.1,2 These...

Tips on Creating an Implant-Focused Practice

Randolph R. Resnik, DMD, MDS, shares some valuable thoughts with Dentistry Today’s implant editor,...

Implant Reconstruction: Biological, Aesthetic, and Emotional Considerations

CASE REPORT A 26-year-old male was diagnosed with hydrocephaly in utero. Hydrocephalus is a...

Resolving a Common Implant Complication: Creating Attached Gingiva

INTRODUCTION Implant dentistry is at the forefront of treatments that our patients are considering....

Using a Unique and Innovative Implant System

INTRODUCTION A next-level dental practice is one that confidently offers solutions for complex dental...