Innovations in Dental Implants Continue Into the 2020s
Jul 6, 2020
From peculiarly fashioned filaments of gold in the case of the ancient Egyptians to the titanium alloys we see today, dental implant construction and implantation has evolved over thousands of years.
Pensacola, United States - July 6, 2020 /PressCable/ —
From peculiarly fashioned filaments of gold in the case of the ancient Egyptians to the titanium alloys we see today, dental implant construction and implantation has evolved over thousands of years. Various civilizations since the Egyptians have used ivory, oxen bones, gold, and other substances to create bridges and full-blown implants, but it wasn’t until the latter half of the 20th century that implants became more commonplace. Today, we’re seeing a push by key parties in the field of dentistry for even more advances in dental implants.
UConn and the PREAT Corporation, both key influencers in the field of modern dentistry, entered into a licensing deal with Dr. Avinash Bidra in 2017 for use of his “Conversion Smart Polishing Cap.” This innovation allows for a more accurate fit of dental prostheses using an acrylic resin insert. General interest in and use of dental implants as a viable option for patients with periodontitis, traumatic injury or genetic malformations has increased steadily, says the research, fueling more innovations in dental implants.
Perhaps the greatest achievement in terms of dental implant patient outcomes concerns vastly improved biocompatibility. Thanks to the constant refining of lateral bone augmentation and other pre-implantation procedures (in which the bone is surgically prepared), patients are much less likely in this era of dentistry to suffer a post-op infection than in previous decades or even years. Rigorous standards in prostheses fabrication, like the requirement of corrosion resistance, has facilitated this movement towards more responsible and sustainable dental implant procedures.
Dental practices who embrace leading-edge practices in the specialty of dental implants like Sorrento Dental Care, Aggie Dental Center, and Bright Downtown Dental Arts can help patients determine their eligibility for implants and delineate clear and practical options. As this specialty continues to receive attention, including well-funded research, development, and widespread patient success, the result will be improved outcomes and greater affordability.
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Name: Dr. Campus
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Organization: Sorrento Dental Care
Address: 12385 Sorrento Rd, Ste B1, Pensacola, FL 32507, United States
Phone: +1-850-492-7647
Website: https://mysorrentodental.com/
Source: PressCable
Release ID: 88966609
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