Latest Advances in Concepts and Treatment Protocols of Dental Implants: A Brief Review

Abstract

The long-term success of an implant depends on the stability of bone support for the implant. Implantology has evolved from the conventional protocols suggested by Branemark to more challenging and predictable approach. The purpose of this article is to present a brief review of literature on the factors that influence the success and survival rates of dental implants and also to review the newer concepts in implantology. There is enough evidence in literature that diagnosis and treatment planning must have a proven scientific basis, if consistency of results is to be achieved. Treatment planning must begin through a visualization of the end result. By paying attention to details, systematically analyzing and recognizing inadequacies in each factor predictable implant success can be achieved,