Dental Implantology
Document Type
Article
Publication Title
Oral Board Review for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Abstract
The specialty of oral maxillofacial surgery relies heavily on restoration of the oral cavity with dental implants. The foundation to longevity and health of dental implants is a good bone foundation of the alveolus. If the ridge is deficient, reconstruction of the alveolus can take place with substitution of bone, which can come from allogeneic, xenogeneic, or autologous sources. Different methods of grafting the jaws are available. Some are more invasive than others with indications dependent on the degree of bone loss or surgeon preference. Short, narrow, tilted, or special (zygomatic) implants may also be utilized if the patient refuses to undergo invasive reconstructive procedures or has contraindications to grafting Implant dentistry has many applications as it relates to maxillofacial reconstruction. Coordination with the restorative dentist to formulate a treatment plan is paramount. There are many options for prosthetic rehabilitation all with their own nuances. In this chapter, we review implant basics, bone grafting options, surgical techniques, complications, and types of surgical and prosthetic components.
First Page
69
Last Page
93
DOI
10.1007/978-3-030-48880-2_4
Publication Date
1-1-2020
Recommended Citation
Polido, Waldemar D.; Vij, Akshay; Reti, Robert; Fay, Sherrill; and Hosch, Gregg W., "Dental Implantology" (2020). MOSDOH Faculty Publications. 112.
https://scholarworks.atsu.edu/mosdoh-faculty/112