I am often asked if I do guided implant placement in every patient? The answer is yes- 100%. No matter how ‘simple’ it may look,…
Top 3 Factors in Dental Implant Complications and Failures- And How to Avoid Them!
Our experience treating thousands of patients and teaching implant dentistry over the last 25 years has shown that over 90% of complications and mishaps in…
Canine Extraction and Dental Implant Replacement: Key Considerations for Success
Extraction and dental implant replacement of canines require a unique approach and techniques due to their anatomy and generally thin bone and gum tissue, as…
Building Beautiful Smiles: The Essential Role of Bone Grafts in Dental Implants
When it comes to achieving a stunning and natural-looking smile, the foundation beneath your teeth is just as important as the visible part of your…
Five Essential Elements for Dental Implant Crowns that Look and Feel Like Natural Teeth
Dental implants have revolutionized the way we approach tooth replacement, offering a solution that looks, feels, and functions like natural teeth. Achieving this seamless integration…
Removal of Zirconia / Ceramic Dental Implants in a Patient with Unusual Health Symptoms
Previously, we have described the reverse torque technique for easy and minimally-invasive removal of Titanium dental implants. However, this technique may not work for removal…
Sinus Perforations Following Teeth Extractions
A common, but preventable complication following extraction of upper posterior teeth: Perforation of maxillary sinus with potential sinusitis or persistent oral-antral-fistula (OAF). The issue is…
Unlocking the Mystery: Diagnosis and Management of Chronic Pain Around a Dental Implant
Chronic pain, especially around dental implants, can be perplexing and debilitating for patients. However, with advanced diagnostic tools and a comprehensive approach, we can navigate…
Step-by-Step Treatment of Dentoalveolar Fractures
One of the most common types of trauma we treat is dentoalveolar fractures. Here are the basic steps in management of such injuries: ✅ Clinical…
Pigmented (Purple or Brown) Lesions in the Mouth
Pigmented oral lesions refer to any abnormal areas of discoloration or pigmentation in the oral cavity. These lesions can vary widely in appearance, ranging from…