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All that Implant Therapy Has to Offer

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

1,2 Ledermann pioneered the flapless surgical technique in the late 1970s in an attempt to minimize the bone resorption process associated with implant osseointegration. 3 Osseointegration is when living bone is in direct contact with the implant surface, establishing a nonmovable integration between the implant and bone. 2017;73:7–21.

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Spear Education Announces International Speaker Line Up for Summit 2024

Dentistry Today

With a focus on periodontics and esthetic procedures, he operates both in Beverly Hills and Europe, earning him an outstanding reputation among his peers. Oded Bahat, BDS, MSD, FACD (Los Angeles) Renowned for his surgical skill, Dr. Bahat is a top-tier specialist in dental implant, reconstruction, and esthetic surgeries.

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The Strength in your Smile: Understanding the Role of the Tooth Post in Dental Implants

Perio Perio

Being bio-friendly, these tooth posts seamlessly merge with your jawbone over time – a process known as osseointegration, providing sturdy support and stability to the dental implant, just like your natural tooth root would. Following successful osseointegration, the artificial crown is then secured on top of the tooth post.

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OnTarget Highlight: Preventing and Treating Peri-Implantitis

Off the Cusp

Not unlike periodontitis, peri-implantitis starts when bacteria develop along the gumline around an implant that, if untreated, eventually damages soft and hard tissue. Rough surfaces show better osseointegration. Periodontitis history : Because periodontal disease may jeopardize implant success, it should be treated before proceeding.

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Addressing Peri-Implantitis

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Before deciding on the surgical option, data should be gathered, including probing depths, presence or absence of keratinized gingiva, type of prosthesis, right-angle periapical radiographs, history of periodontitis, and dental and medical history. Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent.

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Using Dentin Grafting in Early Implant Placement With Vertical Sinus Elevation

Dentistry Today

Methods A periodontal and radiographic exam was performed to rule out any pretreatment inflammation, significant periodontal disease, or mobility. month post-implant-placement radiograph and CBCT during the uncovery appointment with good osseointegration noted. Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 3 and 4 and tooth No.

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Implant Therapy: The Gold Standard

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Evidence of custom-designed, soldered gold bands intended to restore oral function was discovered among 500 BC-period Etruscans and attempts at stabilizing periodontally involved teeth with gold ligature wires have been noted as far back as ancient Egyptian times.