Growth is something that occurs from infancy to 18 years of age. After that, it was thought, that growth ceases. Dentists used this fact to establish placement for dental implants. With set locations in mind, it was possible to establish a fixed occlusion and to ensure that patients were comfortable …
Read More »Lifelong Craniofacial Growth the Potential Effect on Osseointegrated Implants
The earlier perception towards growth was simple. We grew until we reached our twenties. After that, vertical growth stopped but horizontal or weight increases or decreases continued. Based on this premise, dentists used static oral and cranial landmarks to place dental implants for edentulous patients. As growth was considered over, …
Read More »Craniofacial Growth and Its Implications On Implant Placement & Movement
Implants have turned out to the most popular treatment option for adults who have lost teeth. Many implant systems have a high success rate, with many patients reporting excellent comfort and wonderful aesthetic results. As more and more patients opt for implants, manufacturers have developed better models and designs and …
Read More »Summary: All-On-Four Implants
Modern dentistry does try its best to help patients retain their teeth, but some cases are too difficult to do so. Elderly patients who have lost all their teeth face a couple of options. Although dentures are a viable option; they come with a unique set of problems. Patients have …
Read More »Dr. Oded Bahat – Master Clinician Of Oral Implants
Dental implants are an alternative to “False teeth” or “Dentures.” Implants look and feel like natural teeth. They are replacements for natural tooth loss due to tooth decay, gum disease, or injury. For years, the only options available for missing teeth were dentures, or bridges, today the best option for …
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