Dental Articles

Implantation and dental treatment in the 19th century The early 19th century is interesting for us because in 1809, a book by Dr. Maggiolo, an Italian by birth, was published, describing the method of dental implant manufacturing and installation, which were placed in the cavity of a tooth that had just been extracted. There were…

In this guide, we’ll dive into the essential factors to consider when choosing the perfect abutment for your implant. We’ll discuss the different types of abutments available, and examine the importance of material choice, as well as the impact of patient-specific factors such as bone quality, implant position, and esthetic requirements. So let’s start with…

Comparison of the prognosis of implant and endodontic treatment of a tooth The most common indications for extraction are endodontic or periodontal problems with the tooth. The main problem is that more and more often dentists decide to remove teeth and place implants, regardless of the complexity of the case and the realistic prognosis for…

Not only patients, but also some dentists do not have a clear answer to this question. After all, a quality restoration looks great, is quite functional, the patient is satisfied and it seems that the restoration on the implant is not inferior to live teeth. In fact, there’s an unspoken competition among dentists when they…

What is the complexity of the clinical case that we are analyzing? Before discussing the benefits and reasons for the rise in popularity of multi-unit screw-retained prosthesis systems, it is necessary to understand why the patient’s clinical picture is complex, and why it would be extremely problematic to make the restoration in a different way.…

Dentistry in antiquity Before diving into history, let’s define some terms. Implantation in the general sense means a surgical intervention with the implantation of materials alien to the body into tissues – biologically compatible metals titanium, gold, etc., as well as some types of plastic. There are other types of implantation in which the tissues…

Clinical cases in which it is recommended to install individual abutments Orthodontists rarely encounter perfectly placed implants, so there are only two clinical cases when it is recommended to use individual solutions: Deviation of implants relative to the occlusal plane horizontally. This means that the implants are installed below or above relative to each other…

For example, by what method is the surface of the implant processed and what is the content of impurities on the surface? Or what is the interface for attaching the abutment to the implant? This is important to know, because if after 5 years there is a problem, and this supplier has disappeared, then in…

A dental services organization, or DSO, is a business model that provides comprehensive dental care to patients through a network of affiliated dentists or dental clinics. DSOs are like dental insurance companies in that they offer discounts on dental services to their members. However, unlike an insurance company, the DSO does not reimburse dentists for…

What is the main condition for successful osseointegration To heal the bone around the implant, as with any other bone injury, the bone fragments need to be placed in the correct position and fully immobilized. This is what casts are used for, and titanium structures are implanted for compound fractures. If this is not done,…

Titanium alloys properties, differences pros and cons There is a worldwide conventional classification of titanium by group, see the table below. All of these types are medically acceptable and the osseointegration will be successful. The first four groups from Grade 1 to Grade 4 are considered pure titanium, while Grade 5 and Grade 23 are…

Advantages of splinted implants on individual implants and abutments As proven by research and dentists’ experience, there is no difference between the techniques in the stage of engraftment and formation of the gums with healing caps. However, when ordering crowns for the restoration of the dentition, you need to make a decision whether to tie…

The length of the implant that is considered to be sufficient in everyday practice It is not that easy to define the sufficient length of the implant as there is a lot of empirical (unproven) experience in the field of dental prosthetics. This is when each dentist relies on his own practice and the results…

Varieties of dental implants shapes Unfortunately, there are many shapes and varieties of implants, as well as specifics of connecting them with abutments. Some shapes defy explanation, taking into consideration clinical indications or common sense. This is due to the desire of manufacturers to stand out and present their product as unique and innovative. In…

What Implant Dimensions Are Considered to be short Over time, the definition of a short implant has changed. In the early ‘90s, short implants were considered to be those shorter than 10mm, then shorter than mm. Today, after the ITI Consensus Conference 2018 in Amsterdam, implants with a length of 6mm or less are considered…

How Thick the Bone around the Implant Should Be Obviously, for the implant to be securely fitted, it needs to be surrounded by a sufficient thickness of bone. What bone thickness should be considered to be sufficient? Not long ago, treatment guidelines and textbooks considered sufficient thickness of the bone to be 1-1.5 mm on…

Why should you stick to conservatism when choosing implants? The question may arise: why are the properties and characteristics of the dental implant system a secondary issue? The point is that it is very difficult to enter the business of selling systems for dental implantation. All the systems that are officially sold are of high…

Dental implants are considered to be one of the most popular and reliable ways of effectively and quickly restoring a previously lost tooth or multiple teeth. The use of removable bridgeworks and all kinds of prostheses has long been a thing of the past. Such obsolete systems cannot guarantee the ultimate convenience and high reliability…