Implants, Overdentures and Hybrids: Rapidly Expanding Options for the Edentulous Patient!
Dr. Steve Ratcliff uses current literature to discuss the changing options for edentulous patients, including implants, hybrids and overdentures.
Steve Ratcliff | 7 years ago ›
Simple Implant Surgical Guides and Implant Mapping
Even in the age of digital dentistry, analog concepts like implant surgical guides and mapping are necessary. Here's how they'll help you succeed.
Jeffrey Bonk | 7 years ago ›
Dealing with a Damaged Implant
When treating damaged implants, are you asking the right 'whys'?
John Carson | 7 years ago ›
A Primer on Locator Abutments for Implant Overdentures
Here's a quick look at the benefits and complications surrounding the use of a locator abutment.
Mary Anne Salcetti | 7 years ago ›
'Closed Tray' vs. ‘Open Tray' Implant Impressions
We compare and contrast closed tray and open tray implant impressions.
Greggory Kinzer | 7 years ago ›
3 Techniques to Remove Broken Abutment Screws
Learn the causes of broken implant abutment screws, as well as three ways to remove them.
Doug Benting | 7 years ago ›
What’s the Story on Ceramic Implants?
All-ceramic one-piece implants may be a controversial development, but there is evidence to show they may be a useful option.
Steve Ratcliff | 8 years ago ›
Pontic Design Considerations: A Comprehensive Review
Pontic shape types, design principles, modifications - and communicating with your lab about all of this - is covered in this thorough review of pontic...
Mary Anne Salcetti | 8 years ago ›
Best Practices for Presenting the Immediate Fixed Hybrid Case
Immediate fixed hybrid treatment can be overwhelming when first presented to patients. Here are some tips on helping your patients see the benefits of...
Bill Ralstin | 8 years ago ›
The Abutment Option Most Dentists Overlook
Though often overlooked, the Custom UCLA-metal ceramic abutment offers many benefits.
Greggory Kinzer | 8 years ago ›
How to Minimize Peri-implant Abutment Complications
Here's a step-by-step guide to minimizing complications with implant abutments.
Robert Winter | 8 years ago ›
3 Easy Ways to Use Stock Implant Abutments
Stock implant abutments usually require some compromises. Here are three simple ways to avoid having to make those compromises in many cases.
John Carson | 8 years ago ›