This last weekend I went back to school for a three-day course on implant dentistry. I caught one a few weeks ago by Ocobiomedical and now this one sponsored by Implant Direct. I've place mini-implants (1.2 and 1.8 mm in diameter for several years now and recently decided to graduate to the bigger variety. I've actually placed a few already (just a matter of scale, right?) but had an opportunity to hear from a few of the big names in implants and a couple of the up-and-comers.
As implant companies proliferate, it has driven component prices down and as a result implant placement becomes more affordable for more people. The track record of success is higher than ever (+95%) and is even approaching the standard of care in lower denture retention.
I'll probable post more on this, either on this blog or on The Bloody Tooth, my other blog.
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