title: An evidence-based concept of implant dentistry. Utilization of short and narrow platform implants.
abstract: As a profession, we must remember that tooth replacement is not a luxury; it is often a necessity for health reasons. Although bone augmentation and CBCT and expensive surgical guides are often indicated for complex cases, they are being overused. Simple or straightforward implant cases, when there is sufficient natural bone for narrow or shorter implant, can be predictable performed by well-trained GPs and other trained specialists. Complex cases requiring bone augmentation and other complexities as described herein, should be referred to a surgical specialist. Implant courses and curricula have to be based on the level of complexity of implant surgery that each clinician wishes to provide to his or her patients. Using a "logical approach" to implant dentistry keeps cases simple or straightforward, and more accessible to patients by the correct use of narrow and shorter implants.
authors.affiliation: Los Angeles Institute of Clinical Dentistry, USA. ruiz@drruiz.com
authors.forename: Jose-Luis
authors.initials: JL
authors.lastname: Ruiz
mesh_terms: D016301:Alveolar Bone Loss / Q000534:rehabilitation; D000540:Alveolar Ridge Augmentation / Q000191:economics / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D054893:Cone-Beam Computed Tomography / Q000191:economics / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D003365:Costs and Cost Analysis; D003758:Dental Implantation, Endosseous / Q000191:economics / Q000379:methods*; D015921:Dental Implants / Q000191:economics; D017267:Dental Prosthesis Design; D055094:Evidence-Based Dentistry; D005792:General Practice, Dental; D006801:Humans; D012017:Referral and Consultation
chemical_list: D015921:Dental Implants