Dr. P. asks:
Is there anything to the view that to achieve increased success in the placement of implants, the dentist should microsurgical techniques? This involves using a microscope and specialized instruments designed to support a microsurgical approach? Is this really different from a conventional surgical approach? This is supposed to be especially helpful in challenging surgical situations like sinus elevations or placing implants near anatomic structures. Is this specialized training worthwhile?








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One Response to “ Microsurgical Techniques: Will This Achieve Increased Success with Implant Placement? ”

  • A.Romano dr.med.dr.dent Italy April 7th, 2009

    Normally, in the approaching of fine and delicate structures like maxillary sinus, low alveolar nerve,sub-lingual structures, arterio palatinal side,ecc, i use lactona magnifying dental loupe 4X.

    For the simply drilling of a hole of 3 or 5 mm are not necessary particulary microsurgery instrument but only a very good know how and two firmly hands.


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