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Academy of Osseointegration Honors Steven E. Eckert

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Eckert , DDS, MS has been one of the most prominent names in implant dentistry, winning several awards throughout his career and serving as a mentor and coach for many prosthodontists in the ClearChoice Dental Implant Center network. For more information, visit clearchoice.com and follow on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn.

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Ceramic Implants and Dental Implant Rehabilitation, Part I

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Single-Tooth and Extended Edentulous Restorations BACKGROUND Titanium and titanium alloy implants have been the materials of choice in the manufacturing of dental implants for more than 5 decades. 1-3 Metal alloy orthopedic and dental implants are well documented to be able to induce hosts’ responses to their alloy components.

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[Re-osseointegration of a Dental Implant with Aseptic Loosening after Occlusal Correction: a Case Report]

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[Article in German] Philippe Biel 1 , Thomas Biel 2 , Vivianne Chappuis 1 , Clemens Raabe 1 Affiliations expand PMID: 36052964 Free article Abstract The preservation of osseointegration is fundamental for the long-term success of dental implants. The only treatment performed was a correction of the occlusion.

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How Smoking Can Affect Dental Implants

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Smoking And Implant Failure Smoking is one of the biggest risk factors for dental implant failure, yet many patients are unaware of its full impact. Tobacco use affects the body's ability to heal, weakens the immune system, and reduces blood flow to the gums, all of which are crucial for successful implant integration.

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Dental Implant Terms You Should Know

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If you are ready to replace your missing tooth with a dental implant , a consultation with your dentist is your first step. Here are the top dental implant terms you should know before your consultation. Abutment An abutment is a special fixture that is placed on a dental implant after your jawbone has healed.

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Are Dental Implants Safe for Diabetics?

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The link between diabetes and implant success If you have diabetes and are considering dental implants, you might be wondering if theyre a safe and effective option for you. Since diabetes can affect healing and increase the risk of infections, its natural to have concerns about how your body will respond to the implant process.

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Does vitamin D have an effect on osseointegration of dental implants? A systematic review

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Published: 11 April 2022 International Journal of Implant Dentistry volume 8 , Article number: 16 ( 2022 ) Abstract Purpose The aim of this study was to systematically review the available evidence to evaluate the efficacy of vitamin D supplementation or vitamin D depletion on the osseointegration of implants in animals and humans.