Oral Health and Dental Management

Implant complications in the esthetic zone and how to prevent it surgically and prosthetically?

4^th Asia Pacific Congress & Expo on Dental and Oral Health

July 27-29, 2015 Brisbane, Australia

Mahnaz Arshad and Gholamreza Shirani

Posters-Accepted Abstracts: Oral Health Dent Manag

Abstract:

Background: The aim of this article was to review the literature on differential diagnosis and treatment of complications and failing implants in the esthetic zone. Complications varied widely--from simple adjustment to complete remaking of the prosthesis. This article summarizes key aspects of the interdisciplinary approach to implant-based treatment in the esthetic zone. Measures of success generally include implant integration and health of the surrounding periodontal tissues; in the anterior dentition, esthetics must also be measured. Method: A successful team approach to treatment mandates that the periodontist have a clear understanding of what is expected in terms of the restorative result, including the restorative materials that will be used, as implant position can significantly impact this. Equally important, the restoring dentist must understand the surgical treatment options and the procedural limitations in terms of tissue regeneration and implant placement. Conclusion: The goal of this article is to sensitize the participant to the changing treatment concepts and methodologies used today in both the surgical and restorative phases of implant treatment. The four principle areas of treatment explored include: emerging hard tissue management procedures and materials; enhancing the gingival biotype and gingival volume; implant placement and restoration strategies that may impact soft and hard tissue stability; and the impact of implant and abutment designs on hard- and soft-tissue volume and post-restoration stability.