Adam E. Saltz, DMD, MS, MPH, is the managing editor of Decisions in Dentistry. A practicing periodontist in the South Portland, Maine area, he is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. Saltz focuses on minimally invasive surgery, perioprosthetics, and digitized implant workflows to deliver the highest quality interdisciplinary care. He is past president of the Maine Dental Association and vice chair of the American Dental Association’s New Dentist Committee. Saltz can be reached at asaltz@belmontbusinessmedia.com.
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Understanding when to prescribe antibiotic prophylaxis, and why oral hygiene may matter more, can help dental professionals prevent a potentially fatal cardiac infection.
A novel case report highlights the potential of recombinant human platelet-derived growth factor with allograft material in managing retrograde peri-implantitis. While biofilm removal remains a challenge, this approach demonstrates…
An 81-year-old patient with well-controlled type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease presented with late implant complications, including peri-implant infection and pocketing. A surgical approach combining guided bone regeneration and…
Retrograde peri-implantitis presents a rare but challenging complication in implant dentistry. Learn about its potential causes, diagnostic methods, and treatment strategies, including the role of growth factors like rh-PDGF in promoting…
This case study showcases the comprehensive crown lengthening treatment of a 52-year-old patient requiring full-mouth rehabilitation due to severe dental erosion and wear. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and precise surgical…
Surgical treatment strategies for aesthetic crown lengthening depend on gingival thickness and crestal bone position. Understanding the variations between cases, such as the need for osseous reduction or flap repositioning, is crucial for…