{"title":"Full-mouth rehabilitation of a patient with implant-supported fixed dental prostheses using CAD-CAM frameworks.","authors":"Ilser Turkyilmaz, Danielle Zoe Feldman, Berkay Tolga Suer","doi":"10.1177/20501684241270087","DOIUrl":"10.1177/20501684241270087","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Conventional complete denture wearers often complain of lack of stability and overall discomfort with their prostheses. The advent of dental implants and advanced prosthetic methods have greatly improved this struggle for edentulous patients. The utilisation of computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD-CAM) technology has only further enhanced the capabilities of dental practitioners to rapidly and accurately restore edentulism. This report details the advantages of using CAD-CAM technology compared to analogue methods for titanium framework design and fabrication. It discusses the decrease in framework distortions, ease of communication with laboratories, and amount of time saved from the implementation of this technology. The results of this clinical report suggest that fixed dental prostheses with titanium frameworks fabricated using the software and scanner presented in this report fit accurately and may be a viable option to restore edentulous arches.</p>","PeriodicalId":519951,"journal":{"name":"Primary dental journal","volume":"13 4","pages":"61-65"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142901574","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The biomechanical principles of restoring a dentition with dental implants: A General Dental Practitioner's perspective.","authors":"Anoup Nandra, Shushil Dattani, Amin Aminian","doi":"10.1177/20501684241280123","DOIUrl":"10.1177/20501684241280123","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Dental implants continue to increase in popularity as a method of replacing missing or failing teeth and, in doing so, this increased prevalence is likely to present as a range of scenarios for the general dental practitioner and dental hygienist, whether they have an interest in the field or not. Many of these scenarios will relate to the restorative and post-treatment phases of treatment, where the biomechanical performance of the restoration will need to be understood by the treating clinician in the primary care setting. This article aims to highlight the unique biomechanical nature of dental implant restorations, the differences between a natural tooth held by periodontal ligament fibres and a dental implant ankylosed to bone, the consideration of restoring a natural tooth opposing a dental implant, and the long-term effect of changes in the occlusion and their impact on previously placed dental implant restorations.</p>","PeriodicalId":519951,"journal":{"name":"Primary dental journal","volume":"13 3","pages":"73-80"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142376513","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The edentulous patient: the impact of implants on quality of life.","authors":"Sarra Jawad","doi":"10.1177/20501684241283099","DOIUrl":"10.1177/20501684241283099","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Edentulism (total tooth loss) can be managed with four possible options: no prosthetic replacement, conventional complete dentures, implant-retained overdentures (removable), or implant-supported bridgework (fixed). Selection of these choices is influenced by social, medical, anatomical, technical, and economic factors. The care team involved in the decision-making process (be it patients, clinicians and occasionally commissioners of services) should be aware of the different treatment options and their potential impact on the patient's quality of life (QoL). The cost effectiveness of this impact can also be evaluated. Knowledge of the life-long sequelae of edentulism will also help practitioners guide patients in their treatment planning decisions when they may be approaching an edentulous state, preparing them for the challenges that may lie ahead. This paper aims to address the impact that edentulism has on QoL and the treatment options, focusing on the patient perspective.</p>","PeriodicalId":519951,"journal":{"name":"Primary dental journal","volume":"13 3","pages":"91-98"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142376514","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Dental Nursing in implant dentistry: a skillset apart and how to get there.","authors":"Michelle Brand, Nicola Culley","doi":"10.1177/20501684241281768","DOIUrl":"10.1177/20501684241281768","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The role of the dental nurse is fundamental in the provision of implant treatment, both from a surgical and restorative aspect. While the restoration of an implant can be largely based on the foundation knowledge of restorative dentistry, the surgical stages require a unique skillset. This article aims to highlight the benefits of undertaking further training for the dental nurse in providing surgical support, the skillset needed, and the pathways for achieving career progression.</p>","PeriodicalId":519951,"journal":{"name":"Primary dental journal","volume":"13 3","pages":"47-52"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142376507","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The role of the general dental practitioner in the care of the implant patient.","authors":"Michael Clark, Chris Needham","doi":"10.1177/20501684241277666","DOIUrl":"10.1177/20501684241277666","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Introducing dental implants into a patient's oral health plan requires a collaborative effort between all members of the care team, including the \"implant dentist\" and referring general dental practitioner (GDP), should the treatment be carried out in a referral practice. This article aims to discuss the pivotal role referring general dental practitioners (GDPs) play in preparing patients for dental implant placement, whatever the setting for the planned treatment. An overview of the patient referral process is outlined, as is the role of GDPs in the ongoing maintenance of the dental implants and the patient's oral health. Furthermore, this article may be viewed as a road map for GDPs who refer patients to an \"implant dentist\" as part of their treatment plan.</p>","PeriodicalId":519951,"journal":{"name":"Primary dental journal","volume":"13 3","pages":"39-46"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142376516","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Communication in implant treatment planning, placement and reconstruction in the digital age: a technician's perspective.","authors":"Steve Campbell","doi":"10.1177/20501684241285642","DOIUrl":"10.1177/20501684241285642","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Effective communication between clinicians and the dental laboratory is paramount in the realm of dental implant restorations, where precision and meticulous planning are key for success. This article explores the transformative shift towards digital workflows, highlighting the collaborative dance between the clinician and the dental laboratory. The power of visual communication is emphasised, with examples illustrating its impact on the precision of treatment plans. Celebrating these digital tools, this article envisions a new era of collaboration, transcending traditional communication methods for more predictable and successful implant restorations.</p>","PeriodicalId":519951,"journal":{"name":"Primary dental journal","volume":"13 3","pages":"66-72"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142376506","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Developing implant mentoring programmes: breaking down the components.","authors":"Abhijit Pal, Pynadath George","doi":"10.1177/20501684241281090","DOIUrl":"10.1177/20501684241281090","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Mentoring has been identified as a key component of training in implant dentistry. However there has been little guidance about how this should take place, the expected outcomes, who should be providing mentoring, and the processes involved. Dentists are required to ensure they are appropriately trained, competent and confident when undertaking clinical tasks. Mentoring will play a key role in giving assurance that these are in place. This article, which is partly based on the College of General Dentistry publication <i>Mentoring in Implant Dentistry: Good Practice Guidelines</i>, provides background and context to the role of mentoring in implant dentistry training programmes. Key components of structured mentoring programmes are described to assist mentors, mentees, and implant education providers.</p>","PeriodicalId":519951,"journal":{"name":"Primary dental journal","volume":"13 3","pages":"63-65"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142376509","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Implant Dentistry: A journey from the beginnings to what has become an established discipline.","authors":"Igor R Blum","doi":"10.1177/20501684241283098","DOIUrl":"10.1177/20501684241283098","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":519951,"journal":{"name":"Primary dental journal","volume":"13 3","pages":"2-3"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142376511","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}