Implants: Page 19

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

3 things I wish I knew when starting my implant center

By Dr. Edward Harsini

When Dr. Edward Harsini started his implant clinic, he knew it would not be an easy task. Three successful years later, he can help you avoid the mistakes he made, whether you are in the implant field or not. In this Second Opinion, he shares some key information he wishes he knew when he was starting out.

January 15, 2019

2 implant companies to merge

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dental implant companies Keystone Dental and Paltop Advanced Dental Solutions have announced an agreement to merge.

January 6, 2019

SICAT now independent from Dentsply Sirona

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dentsply Sirona has agreed that software and hardware manufacturer SICAT will be taken over by SICAT's current management. The agreement took effect on January 1, 2019.

January 1, 2019

Implant surgery company names 3 new VPs

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Dental implant surgery company Neocis has appointed three new vice presidents.

December 18, 2018

How do results with narrow-diameter implants measure up?

By Lori Roniger

How well do narrow-diameter implants perform compared with regular-diameter ones? Are crestal bone loss and survival rates similar? Since research is limited and contradictory in this area, one investigator performed a systematic review and meta-analysis to learn more.

November 27, 2018

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