Severe bone loss in the upper jaw can result from periodontal disease, trauma, pathology, or prolonged use of conventional dentures. In such patients, there is…

Treatment of a Patient with Full-Mouth Dental Implant Complications
Biologically incompatible, anatomically inappropriate, and functionally disastrous- These terms summarize the full-mouth dental implant treatment provided to a patient who suffered significant infection and loss…
How to Diagnose and Treat Supernumerary Teeth
Supernumerary teeth or hyperdontia are dental anomalies characterized by excessive number of teeth. They most commonly occur between central incisors, premolar area, and in the third molar regions and can result in delayed eruption or malpositioning of permanent teeth and general crowding. In the most recent episode of ‘Hints & Tips in Dentistry’, we discuss current approaches for diagnose and treatment with minimally invasive techniques.
A Patient Experience with Full-Arch Replacement of Non-Restorable Teeth with Pink-Free Implant-Supported Restorations
In a previous post, ‘The ‘No-Bone-Cut-Down’ Replacement of All Missing Teeth with Pink-Free Dental Implant Supported Restorations’, we discussed how non-reductive (i.e. no bone or…
Our Top 5 Most Read Dental Blogs
Here is our top most read blogs in dentistry published by Dr. H. Ryan Kazemi
How to Avoid or Minimize Swelling Following Wisdom Teeth Extraction?
In this most recent episode from Hints & Tips in Dentistry, Dr. Kazemi describes a unique non-invasive surgical technique in third molar surgery and how it can help patients recover faster with little or no post-operative swelling or other sequela.
The ‘No-Bone-Cut-Down’ Replacement of All Missing Teeth with Pink-Free Dental Implant Supported Restorations
Dental implants have truly changed the lives of many patients with complete missing teeth. Treatments revolving around hybrid restorations, all-on-4 approach, and the teeth-in-a-day concept,…
Minimally Invasive Sinus Lift Bone Grafting For Dental Implants
In this blog, Dr. H. Ryan Kazemi discusses a minimally Invasive Sinus Lift Bone Grafting For Dental Implants with minimal risks of complications and rapid patient recovery.
Part 2- Sinus Perforations Following Placement of Dental Implants
Sinus perforations can be a potential complication when placing dental implants in the back area of the upper jaw bone. In our last ‘Hints & Tips in Dentistry’ episode, Dr. H. Ryan Kazemi discusses how to accurately assess the site of planned dental implants and prevent sinus perforations during implant placement. He also shares how to manage sinus perforations either noted at the time of implant placement or later after the implant has healed.
Part 1: Sinus Perforations Following Teeth Extractions
Sinus perforation is a potential complication in certain patients undergoing extraction of their upper back teeth. In this Hints & Tips in Dentistry episode, Dr. H. Ryan Kazemi discusses how to recognize high risk patients and offers solutions on how to prevent and manage sinus perforations should they occur following extraction of teeth in the posterior maxilla / upper jaw.