This feature kicks off with an interview with Dr. Pravinkumar Patil. Originally from Vajrachounde, a small village in India, Pravinkumar moved to Malaysia in 2014 where he is currently working as an Associate Professor in Prosthodontics at IMU School of Dentistry, Kuala Lumpur.
During the last two decades the use of cantilever extensions as an alternative treatment option has been proposed to reduce the number of implants placed, to avoid bone augmentation procedures and to provide patients with sufficient functional units.
Abstract More and more patients are starting to demand solutions that do not involve the “gray” color of titanium in their treatment planning. White color, biocompatibility and low plaque affinity make zirconia dental implants the implant of choice for desirable esthetic outcomes. From the biological point of view, zirconia implants also
Around 4 months after implant placement, second-stage surgery is usually performed. The crestal soft tissue area is de-epithelialized, followed by a u-shaped incision. The cover screw is changed to a healing abutment folding this small flap towards the buccal side, allowing for slight augmentation of the buccal contour. In the case of the seldom occurrence of bone on top of the implant, this can be safely and easily removed using curettes, ultrasonic scalers, or specially designed trephine burs manufactured by the respective implant manufacturer.
Dental offices, like any other business, can sometimes receive negative online reviews. These reviews can be damaging to a practice’s reputation and may discourage potential patients from seeking treatment. However, with the right approach, dental offices can turn a negative review into an opportunity to improve patient satisfaction and enhance
Discover the critical clinical and technical factors to consider when selecting the appropriate Ti-base abutment and the restoration material for single implant hybrid-abutment crown restorations to ensure the best possible predictable outcome.
Interested in applying for an ITI Scholarship in implant dentistry? This report highlights some of the advantages and benefits.
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