Best Approach for Internal Sinus Lifts?

Dr. Jack asks:

I would like to ask those out there who do routine implants around the maxilla region, what is the best approach to internal sinus lift? I have been to several courses but there are some variations and each with their own justification.

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October 3, 2006 in Sinus Lift, Site Preparation, Techniques and Procedures | Permalink | Comments (5)

Vertical Ridge Augmentation

Neil, a dentist, asks us:

I was wondering what the general surgical opinion was about attempting vertical ridge augmentation, when more than 4mm height is desired.

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September 12, 2006 in Bone Grafting, Site Preparation | Permalink | Comments (2)

CT Scan for Dental Implants

Dr. Scott Ganz believes that "those practices where a relatively high volume of implants, will soon witness the appearance of CT machines...". Furthermore, "One of the problems I see is that there are many formulas or cook-book approaches to treatment planning for implants.  You know, like so many implants are required to replace so many teeth or how many implants are necessary to support a particular kind of prosthesis."  Read more of his thoughts on CT Scans for dental implants by clicking here for Part I or clicking here for Part II. Feel free to post your thoughts on his interview, by adding your comments below.

June 28, 2005 in CT Scanning, Site Preparation | Permalink | Comments (4)

Dental Implant Barrier Membranes

Barrier Membranes certainly have their place in dental implant placement.  I much prefer a resorbable membrane because of no second surgery, but if not primary closure the membrane picks up the stuff in the patients mouth and smells.  I am having very nice success using Gel Foam over grafting material with primary closure.  Has anyone else done this method.  What membranes have been successful without primary closure?

August 13, 2004 in Site Preparation, Surgical Placement of Dental Implants | Permalink | Comments (21)