Implant complications in the esthetic zone.
OBJECTIVE
To review treatment planning concepts and surgical techniques that have led to complications during implant reconstruction in the anterior maxilla.


METHODS
The conclusions in this paper are based on a review of the current literature, along with personal experience in private practice over the past 20 years.


RESULTS
Treatment planning recommendations based on clinical studies have led to a significant decrease in functional and esthetic complications in the anterior maxilla. These involve surgical placement and spacing of implants, along with timing and grafting considerations.


CONCLUSIONS
Research and clinical results indicate that cautious timing of site preparation and implant placement, along with important concepts of implant spacing, can significantly reduce complications within the esthetic zone.
Wheeler
Stephen L
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Steve@WheelerDDS.com
D003758:Dental Implantation, Endosseous / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000379:methods; D019250:Dental Implants, Single-Tooth; D019232:Dental Restoration Failure; D004955:Esthetics, Dental; D006801:Humans; D008437:Maxilla; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed