Complications in Implant Dentistry

Dental implants are a known and predictable treatment option for missing teeth, where most patients today desire this therapy. Although implant survival is extremely high, these favorable outcomes depend greatly on proper case selection, minimizing medical risk factors, surgical and prosthetic execution, and prevention and management of complications. For the practicing clinician, we must focus on prevention of complications, diagnosing complications early, managing them as quickly as possible, and utilizing new technologies to minimize complications. This presentation will update the practicing clinician on achieving the most ideal and successful implant outcomes, and avoiding and managing complications.