Pocket Dentistry

Osseointegrated implants, either in native bone or in reconstructed bone, have allowed clinicians to provide greater function and esthetics, following treatment of head and neck pathology. The survival of these…

Subperiosteal implants have experienced fluctuating popularity since their inception. Initially introduced in the mid-20th century, they were overshadowed by the development and success of endosteal implants, which are now the…

Zygoma implants are an alternative for rehabilitating severe maxillary atrophy. Since 2004, when Prof. Branemark first reported the long-term findings on zygomatic implants using the original intra-sinus approach, various surgical…

The surgical ablation of head and neck cancer followed by radiotherapy often leads to unfavorable functional and aesthetic outcomes. Studies have demonstrated that these outcomes can significantly impact quality of…

The use of dental implants and prostheses in the oral rehabilitation process after maxillofacial ablation procedures is now regarded as standard practice. Numerous donor sites for free vascularized bone transfer…

Dental implants in the esthetic zone of the oral cavity have always posed a challenge to the oral surgeon. Multiple variables must be considered, such as available soft and hard…

Dental implant therapy is generally successful. However, when such therapy fails, considerations for implant replacement must be carefully considered. The survivability of implants placed into previously implanted sites must be…

Peri-implant diseases require an extensive approach that includes pre-operative risk assessment, patient education on oral hygiene, and ensuring sufficient tissue support and accurate implant placement. Treatment typically starts with comprehensive…

Dental implants in the esthetic zone of the oral cavity have always posed a challenge to the oral surgeon. Multiple variables must be considered, such as available soft and hard…

Objective: Vertical and horizontal bone insufficiency in both the maxilla and mandible has long been a contraindication for implants. This review provides an overview of the long-term survival rates of…

Dental implant therapy has developed over the past half century to have documented successful outcomes in most patients who receive treatment. The long-term survival of dental implants depends upon a…

Dental implant therapy has developed over the past half century to have documented successful outcomes in most patients who receive treatment. The long-term survival of dental implants depends upon a…

This article provides clinicians with 3 main factors that relate to long-term success. Long term in this article represents the lifespan of the patient, often requiring more than 40 years of…