Tooth extraction is sometimes necessary, but what happens afterward can have a lasting impact on your oral health—especially if no action is taken to preserve …
Dental Implant Vitality, Success, and Longevity in the Smile Zone After 15 Years
A 15-year follow-up on this patient with implant replacement of central incisor with remarkable stability and vitality. But why? In 2010, we selected a wide …
Digital Dental Implant Planning and Guided Placement to Achieve Ultimate Vitality
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 …









