Basics in Implants

Throughout the history of dentistry, clinicians and patients have struggled with options for replacing missing teeth. Treatment options have evolved from acrylic dentures to metal framework remov¬able partial dentures to fixed partial dentures. The field of implantology has been transformed from an unpredictable art to a well grounded clinical science as a hyper specialized treatment modality. Im¬plants are now becoming mainstream treatment in dentistry. The predictability of this modality of treatment has transformed restorative options of the edentulous patients. As a result of continued research in treatment planning, implant designs, materials and techniques predictable success is now a reality for many challenging clinical situations.