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Managing Implant Challenges in the Esthetic Zone
Implants

Managing Implant Challenges in the Esthetic Zone

Gingival and contralateral symmetry are important considerations, especially when placing more than one implant.

| 2 weeks ago ›
Taking Records for Day-to-Day Implant Restorations
Implants

Taking Records for Day-to-Day Implant Restorations

As dental implants become more common, understanding the pros and cons of different methods for recording implant restorations is vital for optimal results.

| 1 month ago ›
Pre-extraction Therapy for Immediate Implant Placement
Implants

Pre-extraction Therapy for Immediate Implant Placement

Dr. Gonzalo Blasi recounts a case study of an immediate implant placement involving pre-extraction therapy in a patient with specific risk factors.

| 9 months ago ›
Customizing a Custom Abutment: When a Custom Abutment Is Not Custom Enough
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Implants

Customizing a Custom Abutment: When a Custom Abutment Is Not Custom Enough

Dr. John Carson walks through a case where a custom abutment needs to be further customized.

| 10 months ago ›
Managing the Forces: Occlusal Considerations with Implants
Implants

Managing the Forces: Occlusal Considerations with Implants

Spear's Dr. Curt Ringhofer examines the occlusal considerations with implants and the differences between natural teeth.

| 1 year ago ›
Zygomatic Implants vs. Bone Grafting for Full Arch Solutions
Implants

Zygomatic Implants vs. Bone Grafting for Full Arch Solutions

Dr. Ricardo Mitrani explores the benefits of zygomatic implants vs. bone grafting as a safe and efficient solution for full arch dental restorations.

| 1 year ago ›
A Simplified Technique for Gathering Lab Information in Full Arch Cases
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Implants

A Simplified Technique for Gathering Lab Information in Full Arch Cases

Dr. Ricardo Mitrani shows how to simplify and streamline the process of gathering information to transfer to dental labs in implant-supported full arch...

| 1 year ago ›
Getting the SRA Abutment Right in Implant-Supported Restorations
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Implants

Getting the SRA Abutment Right in Implant-Supported Restorations

Dr. Ricardo Mitrani explains how altering the angle of an SRA abutment can optimize screw access design when fabricating certain implant-supported restorations.

| 2 years ago ›
Tips to Remove a Damaged Straumann Solid Abutment
Implants

Tips to Remove a Damaged Straumann Solid Abutment

Spear's Dr. John Carson shares a few tips that may make things a little easier should you ever need to remove a damaged Straumann solid abutment.

| 2 years ago ›
Utilizing RidgeFit Implants as Retention for Overdentures in Patients with Narrow Ridges
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Implants

Utilizing RidgeFit Implants as Retention for Overdentures in Patients with Narrow Ridges

In this visual essay, Dr. Mitrani shows how utilizing RidgeFit implants to convert existing dentures to implant overdentures can improve a patient's quality...

| 2 years ago ›
Screw Retained Posterior Implant Crown Restorative Challenges
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Implants

Screw Retained Posterior Implant Crown Restorative Challenges

Implant crown restorative challenges primarily arise when there are issues with placement, angulation, and the insertion path. This visual analysis explains...

| 2 years ago ›
Three Solutions for Congenitally Missing Lateral Incisors: A Photo Essay
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Implants

Three Solutions for Congenitally Missing Lateral Incisors: A Photo Essay

Addressing congenitally missing lateral incisors is a common condition that justifies an interdisciplinary solution, such as canine substitution, resin-bonded...

| 2 years ago ›