Journal article
Application of oral implants to the general dental practice
The Journal of the American Dental Association (1939), Vol.136(8), pp.1092-1100
08/2005
DOI: 10.14219/jada.archive.2005.0312
PMID: 16161363
Abstract
The use of dental implants has become a management strategy for replacing missing teeth. As new implant surface technologies develop and prosthetic options increase, the field of dental implantology continues to change. General dentists con sidering the use of this treatment modality in their practices should understand the vital role treatment planning plays in achieving predictable outcomes.
This article reviews specific issues the general dentist typically faces when considering patients for single-tooth, partially-edentulous-arch and full-arch tooth replacement using dental implants. The author analyzes patient-based assessments, as well as diagnostic criteria and steps, to help practitioners predict patient-specific issues that may signal complications. He also discusses approaches for resolving complications. The article emphasizes the importance of careful evaluation in predicting patient-specific issues that can lead to gingival recession and suggests approaches to manage these situations.
Dental implants have become an increasingly common treatment option for missing dentition. Because innovations in implant surfaces continue to promote faster bone growth with better predictability, general dentists should be aware of the importance of treatment planning, assessment and teamwork in achieving successful outcomes.
Details
- Title: Subtitle
- Application of oral implants to the general dental practice
- Creators
- Clark M Stanford - University of Iowa
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Publication Details
- The Journal of the American Dental Association (1939), Vol.136(8), pp.1092-1100
- DOI
- 10.14219/jada.archive.2005.0312
- PMID
- 16161363
- NLM abbreviation
- J Am Dent Assoc
- ISSN
- 0002-8177
- eISSN
- 1943-4723
- Language
- English
- Date published
- 08/2005
- Academic Unit
- Roy J. Carver Department of Biomedical Engineering; Dentistry Administration; Prosthodontics; Orthopedics and Rehabilitation; Craniofacial Anomalies Research Center
- Record Identifier
- 9984367650002771
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