Practical application of anatomy for the dental implant surgeon.
A proficient knowledge of oral anatomy is needed to provide effective implant dentistry. This article addresses basic anatomic structures relevant to the dental implantologist. Pertinent muscles, blood supply, foramen, and nerve innervations that may be encountered during implant procedures are reviewed. Caution must be exercised when performing surgery in certain regions of the mouth. Furthermore, numerous suggestions are provided regarding the practical application of anatomy to facilitate successful implant therapy.
Department of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry, New York University College of Dentistry, New York, NY, USA. ggperio@aol.com
Gary
G
Greenstein
John
J
Cavallaro
Dennis
D
Tarnow
D015921:Dental Implants; D005152:Facial Muscles / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D006801:Humans; D007568:Jaw / Q000033:anatomy & histology*; D008334:Mandible / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D008410:Masticatory Muscles / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D008437:Maxilla / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D009055:Mouth / Q000033:anatomy & histology*; D009334:Neck Muscles / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D013515:Surgery, Oral
D015921:Dental Implants