Principles of Surgery of the Mouth
Oral surgery occupies a unique position within surgical practice. Unlike many other surgical fields, procedures are carried out in an environment that is continuously exposed to microorganisms, mechanical forces, and chemical stimuli. Despite these apparent disadvantages, the mouth is a remarkably forgiving surgical site. Its rich blood supply, rapid healing capacity, and the protective properties […]
Follow-Up and Maintenance of Dental Implants
Dental implants have become a cornerstone of modern restorative dentistry, offering predictable and long-lasting solutions for the replacement of missing teeth. Advances in implant materials, surface technologies, surgical protocols, and prosthetic design have resulted in high survival and success rates. However, implant therapy does not end at placement or prosthetic restoration. Long-term success depends heavily […]
Dental Implant Placement
Dental implants have become a cornerstone of modern restorative dentistry, offering a predictable and long-term solution for the replacement of missing teeth. Their success relies on a complex interaction between surgical technique, biological healing, patient-related factors, and prosthetic planning. Implant placement is not a single event but rather a carefully staged process that begins with […]
Risks of Dental Implants
Dental implants have become a cornerstone of modern restorative dentistry, offering predictable, functional, and aesthetic replacement of missing teeth. With success rates frequently reported above 90–95%, implants are often considered the gold standard for tooth replacement. However, despite their high predictability, dental implants are not free of risk. Like any surgical and prosthodontic intervention, implant […]
Planning for Dental Implants
Dental implants have become a cornerstone of modern restorative dentistry, offering predictable, long-term solutions for the replacement of missing teeth. Advances in biomaterials, surgical techniques, imaging, and digital planning have significantly improved implant success rates and patient satisfaction. However, despite these advancements, successful implant therapy is not merely dependent on surgical skill or implant design. […]
Endodontic Treatment Outcomes
Root canal treatment (RCT) is a cornerstone of restorative dentistry, aiming to eliminate infection within the root canal system, prevent reinfection, and preserve the natural dentition in a functional and symptom-free state. Despite advances in endodontic techniques, materials, and imaging, outcomes following RCT can vary. Understanding how treatment outcomes are defined, assessed, and influenced is […]