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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.
GBR Advances Make Narrow Ridges Implant-Ready Without the Need for Autogenous Bone
Guided bone regeneration (GBR) has evolved into a reliable solution for complex ridge augmentation, even in challenging knife-edge cases. While autogenous bone remains a gold standard, emerging evidence shows comparable outcomes with…
Achieving Predictable Bone Regeneration Without Autogenous Grafts
Combining recombinant human platelet-derived growth factor-BB with composite graft materials offers a promising alternative to traditional autogenous bone harvesting.
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 Multidisciplinary Approach to Salvaging an Implant in the Esthetic Zone
A dental implant with midfacial recession in the esthetic zone was successfully preserved using a hybrid abutment and a modified coronally advanced tunnel with a connective tissue graft. This case highlights the importance of correct…
A Comprehensive Approach to Implant Soft Tissue Management
A complex soft tissue defect around a maxillary implant was successfully treated using a modified coronally advanced tunnel technique with a connective tissue graft. By combining precise surgical and prosthetic protocols, clinicians…
Addressing the Esthetic Challenges of Implant Restorations
A patient presented with dissatisfaction over an unesthetic implant-supported crown for his maxillary central incisor, compounded by thin tissue and soft tissue deficiencies. This case highlights a comprehensive approach to soft tissue…
