Inhaltsverzeichnis
3
Dear colleagues and friends, At the very beginning of oral implantology at the end of the sixties and beginning of the seventies of the past century, it was already clear that implantology is a team effort, and this is just as relevant today. The challenges of the early days are certainly very different from those of the present time, and the associated tasks for the team are just as varied. Whereas in the past the focus was on insecurities regarding a successful implantation, today completely different requirements such as technical conditions, patient expectations or the digital workflow are coming to the fore...
6
The added value of the pterygoid implant in the management of edentulous patients
Dr Henri Diederich, Luxembourg
Pterygoid implants were first proposed by Linkow in 1975, and the method was first described by French maxillofacial surgeon J.F. Tulasne in 1992.1,2 Tulasne and Tessier were the first to describe the technique for im- plant placement in the pterygoid plate. Pterygoid implants are relatively long and specifically manufactured with the characteristics of the pterygoid region in mind.3 ...
12
Zirconia implants are one of the newest and most exciting developments in dental implantology. Multiple studies have proved that zirconia implants induce little to no peri-implant tissue inflammation and allow for high levels of epithelial attachment. Additionally, these implants look more natural; hence, they provide improved aesthetics. Furthermore, they do not have metal components, which makes them ideal for people with metal sensitivities and patients who would prefer their implants to be metal-free.1–3 ...
16
Resective peri-implantitis therapy with implantoplasty in Crohn’s disease
Lucas A. Greilich, Dr Mischa Krebs, PD Dr Maximilian Moergel, Germany
In 1977, Per-Ingvar Brånemark defined osseointegration as a functional ankylosis of the bone on the surfaces of titanium implants.1,2 Since then, dental implants have evolved and now offer most patients a predictable option for long-term rehabilitation of their masticatory function. However, despite high healing rates of 90 to 95 per cent, certain risk factors predispose to peri-implant inflamma- tion with bone resorption (peri-implantitis).3,4 This article reviews peri-implantitis and describes resective therapy with implantoplasty in a patient with Crohn’s disease...
22
Implant therapy aims to provide patients with a highly predictable treatment outcome, good long-term stability of the treatment results and a low risk of complications during the healing and follow-up phases. The growing demand for functional and aesthetic restoration of missing teeth has become an important challenge. This is especially true in the anterior zone, as various local risk fac- tors can compromise the predictability of the results. Therefore, the clinician must carefully examine the patient’s risk profile before establishing the treatment plan.1 ...
28
Immediate or delayed loading in the fully edentulous maxilla
Drs Yassine Harichane, Rami Chiri & Benjamin Droz Bartholet, France
Although scientific and technical advancements have been made in the field of dentistry, there are still many patients who are either partially or fully edentulous. Edentulism has a negative impact on both dental and general health, leading to physical problems like inability to eat normally and mental health issues such as a decrease in self-esteem.
32
35
After the “Astra Tech EV” by Dentsply Sirona was awarded already this March, the coveted seal for Trusted Quality has now been given to two other implant systems: The renowned implants, “SuperLine” by Dentium and “INVERTA” by Southern Implants are now welcomed into the family of certified clean implants. The scientifically based seal of quality, which underlines the first-class surface purity of dental implants, is only awarded by the CleanImplant Foundation’s Scientific Advisory Board after a rigorous peer-reviewed analysis and testing process...
38
The 2023 International Osteology Symposium, held in Barcelona from 27 to 29 April, was a resounding success, bringing together 2,400 participants from 80 countries. Over 100 world-renowned speakers and international experts from research and practice explored the latest advances in the field of oral tissue regeneration on the oc- casion of the Osteology Foundation’s 20th anniversary...
40
From 8 to 10 June, the Dentsply Sirona Implant Solutions World Summit 2023 took place in Athens, Greece where science has its origins. Inspired by connection and future innovation, the event delivered immersive experiences to inspire and feed attendees’ passion for implant solutions. Implant professionals from around the world who are pas- sionate about elevating the dental industry and improving the quality of implant treatments and care for patients convened for three days of knowledge exchange, inspiration, and networking. They have been able to discover the latest innovations in implant solutions, including the EV Implant Family, digital dentistry, and bone regeneration...
