Implants: Page 18

Osstell guided implant tool gets FDA clearance

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Implant stability measurement developer Osstell has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Osstell Beacon guided implant treatment tool.

September 2, 2019

Smiles for Everyone launches free implant program

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The Smiles for Everyone Foundation is launching a program to provide a free implant for selected low-income, uninsured patients.

August 21, 2019

Is probing the best measurement for peri-implant health?

By Tony Edwards

Pocket probing depth and bleeding on probing are useful for assessing periodontal conditions, but are these the best measurements to evaluate the health of peri-implant tissue? Researchers conducted a literature review and suggested using a different evaluation process.

August 1, 2019

Study finds common oral surgeries aren't profitable

By Theresa Pablos

Some common oral surgery procedures are not profitable, according to a study published in the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Without sedation, oral and maxillofacial surgeons can lose hundreds of dollars for popular procedures, including routine and surgical extractions.

July 2, 2019

Study boosts Er,Cr:YSGG laser for peri-implantitis treatment

By Tony Edwards

Is an erbium, chromium-doped yttrium, scandium, gallium, and garnet (Er,Cr:YSGG) laser effective for treating peri-implantitis? A new in vitro study showed that this laser eliminated two different colonies of bacteria on dental implants.

July 2, 2019

FDA data show over 100,000 implant injuries in 2018

By Theresa Pablos

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released new data that include approximately 117,200 reports of serious injuries associated with dental implants. The vast majority of these injuries were due to problems with osseointegration.

June 26, 2019

Study: Use extra-narrow implants as indicated for success

By Lori Roniger

Extra-narrow implants can fit into spaces that other implants can't but have limited indications. However, some practitioners use them in clinical situations that may risk failure. Researchers tested the biomechanical behavior of these implants and found that following the manufacturer's recommendations was the key to success.

June 23, 2019

Can computer-guided navigation teach implant placement?

By Tony Edwards

When it comes to implant placement, developments in computer‐guided dynamic navigation systems may offer dental students a new training approach. Researchers put one of these systems to the test to see if it could improve implant surgical training.

June 11, 2019

Sandblasted finish may lead to implant success

By Theresa Pablos

When it comes to implant failure, which type of implant is less likely to fail: smooth or sandblasted? A new study had surprising results.

May 30, 2019

Which type of implant-supported crown abutment is best?

By Lori Roniger

Aluminum, titanium, zirconium, or gold: Which is the best for abutments for implant-supported single crowns? To find out, investigators analyzed previous research, examining survival rates and results for marginal bone loss and discoloration of peri-implant soft tissue for these abutment types.

May 2, 2019

Winter 2019 new-product roundup

By Tony Edwards

Between the Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting in February and the International Dental Show in March, a number of companies have released new products. DrBicuspid.com brings you this roundup of new releases from companies such as Planmeca, Align Technology, and others.

March 19, 2019

Do's and don'ts for promoting your implant services

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

Given the huge number of edentulous people, most patients are likely to know someone who could benefit from implants. This service should get special attention during both the new patient orientation and appointments with existing patients. Creating greater awareness of implants can lead to referrals of family members, friends, and other acquaintances, Dr. Roger P. Levin notes in his latest Practice Success tip.

March 10, 2019

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