Preventing Infective Endocarditis
Understanding when to prescribe antibiotic prophylaxis, and why oral hygiene may matter more, can help dental professionals prevent a potentially fatal cardiac infection.
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Exploring Regenerative Approaches for Retrograde Peri-Implantitis
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…
Managing Late Implant Complications in a Medically Complex Patient
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…
Understanding and Managing Periapical Lesions
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…
A Novel Approach to Treating Retrograde Peri-Implantitis
The early diagnosis and treatment of these rare lesions will improve patient satisfaction and implant maintenance.
Managing Multiple Recession Defects Associated With Noncarious Cervical Lesions
Acellular dermal matrix is a viable treatment option for addressing these types of noncarious lesions.
Minimally Invasive Treatment of Gingival Clefts
This case series explores the efficacy of a modified coronally advanced tunnel technique with acellular dermal matrix for treating gingival clefts
