Peri-implant Soft Tissue Management and Integration
One of the greatest challenges facing clinicians is to obtain an early and long-standing effective mucosa seal, capable of biologically protecting the peri-implant structures. This is particularly difficult in compromised sites, due to trauma, atrophy, and/or periodontal disease. Recent systematic reviews have confirmed that, the presence of an appropriate amount of keratinized mucosa is desirable.
Learning objectives:
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• Understand difference between osseointegration & soft-tissue integration:
• Evaluate peri-implant soft tissues conditions for long-term results;
• Identify which conditions are risk factors for implant maintenance.
• Determine the situations where soft tissue grating is indicated
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