Digitally Designed Ovate Pontic as a Predictable Procedure to Improve Accuracy, Hygiene, Esthetics.

The implant-retained fixed partial denture, or bridge, is a highly efficient restorative modality. The primary challenge with this restoration, however, lies in achieving the optimal design of the pontic, which needs to be esthetic, comfortable, and easily cleansable by the patient, a factor that can directly enhance prosthesis longevity. An ovate design is desirable for the pontic area.

A New Concept of Safety Distance to Place Implants in the Area of the Inferior Alveolar Canal to Avoid Neurosensory Disturbance.

Inferior alveolar nerve (IAN) damage following implant placement is a severe complication that can compromise a patient's quality of life. Previous studies have suggested that a safety zone of 2 mm, if maintained, might avoid this problem. This retrospective study evaluates implants placed in closer proximity to the IAN without resulting in any postoperative neurologic complications and suggests a new concept of safety distance.

Various Techniques to Increase Keratinized Tissue for Implant Supported Overdentures: Retrospective Case Series.

Purpose. The purpose of this retrospective case series is to describe and compare different surgical techniques that can be utilized to augment the keratinized soft tissue around implant-supported overdentures. Materials and Methods.