Implantology

Crestal Sinus Lift With Osseodensification in Severely Atrophic Maxilla: Case Series With Long-Term Follow-up

By Marcel Firlej, DDS, Salah Huwais, DDS, Rodrigo Neiva, DDS

Contemporary Digital Implant Workflow: Seamless Integration of a Zirconia Block

By Daniel Vasquez, DDS

This case report demonstrates the complete digital replacement of tooth No. 12 in a 56-year-old patient utilizing a multilayered zirconia block for implants within a fully integrated digital protocol.

Integrating Various Ceramic Materials and Adhesive Concepts to Achieve a Functional and Esthetic Result

By Chiara Burgio, DDS, Benedetta Grassi, DDS, Richard D. Trushkowsky, DDS, Ye Shi, DDS, MS

This article demonstrates the selection and use of various ceramic materials, the proper sequencing of the placement of each restoration, and appropriate adhesive application to achieve an esthetic, long-term result.

Beyond Osseointegration: Biomaterials for Oral Regeneration in Implant Dentistry

By Priscilla Sosa, DMD, Layal Bou Semaan, DMD, MS, Maria L. Geisinger, DDS, MS

A paradigm shift from osseointegration to a more holistic assessment of implant success has placed an emphasis on biologically driven treatment approaches, accentuating optimal tissue regeneration, esthetic outcomes, and long-term peri-i...

OSSIX® and PrimeTaper™ EV: Enabling Predictable, Long-Term Implant Success

Barack describes OSSIX® regenerative solutions and PrimeTaper™ EV implants as ‘paradigmshifting’ technologies for achieving consistent, esthetic, and biologically sound outcomes.

GlidePRO®: A Major Step Forward in Full-Arch Implant Dentistry

GlidePRO’s stackable guide system is engineered for efficiency, enabling bone reduction, implant placement, and prosthetic seating using a single fixed reference.

OsteoGen® Plug Simplifies, Enhances Site Development Protocols

The OsteoGen® Plug is a graftinfused hybrid material that streamlines socket preservation by combining bone graft and collagen in a single step.

LOCATOR® Angled Abutment: Ideal Solution to Off-Axis Implant Challenges

The angled abutment actually has the potential to improve implant and bone health by enabling a more favorable distribution of forces,” Scherer says.

The Many Facets of Implant Dentistry

By Markus B. Blatz, DMD, PhD, Irina F. Dragan, DDS, DMD, MS, eMBA

This special edition of Compendium—our 14th annual implant thematic issue—discusses key aspects of successful implant dentistry. We’ve assembled an array of talented clinicians and educators to cover critical issues impacting implantolog...

Enhancing Soft-Tissue Around Dental Implants: The Importance of Keratinized Mucosa Width and Mucosal Thickness

Yoon Jeong Kim, DDS, MS; Nabat Davrani, DDS; Derek Onjukka, DDS; and Yekta Asadi, DDS

The long-term success of dental implants depends not only on osseointegration but also on the maintenance of healthy peri-implant soft tissue.