Implants in Clinical Dentistry

Implants in Clinical Dentistry

From Dentistry Made Simple by Dentistry Made Simple

April 30, 2026 · 23 min

About this episode

This episode provides a comprehensive guide on the surgical and prosthetic management of dental implants, emphasizing patient selection and treatment planning.

A comprehensive manual for the surgical and prosthetic management of dental implants. Authored by a team of specialists from Guy’s Hospital, the text draws on a decade of clinical experience to compare leading systems such as Astra Tech, Nobel Biocare, and Straumann. It outlines essential patient selection criteria, highlighting how factors like smoking, bone density, and systemic health influence long-term success. The sources provide detailed technical descriptions of implant design, including surface topography and abutment connections, to optimize osseointegration. Furthermore, the material explores the clinical choice between submerged and non-submerged surgical protocols. Ultimately, the guide emphasizes that achieving predictable aesthetic results requires rigorous treatment planning and a deep understanding of biomechanical loading. You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms: https://linktr.ee/dentistry_made_simple Produced by: https://www.podcaistudio.com/

Topics covered

  • dental implants
  • surgical management
  • prosthetic management
  • patient selection
  • clinical protocols
  • treatment planning

Keywords

  • dental implants
  • surgery
  • prosthetics
  • osseo-integration
  • biomechanics
  • clinical protocols
  • patient criteria

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Guy’s Hospital

Products: Astra Tech, Nobel Biocare, Straumann

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