Classification systems are necessary in order to provide a framework in which to scientifically study the etiology, pathogenesis, and treatment of diseases in an orderly fashion. In addition, such systems give clinicians a way to organize the health care needs of their patients.Periodontal diseases have been recognized and treated for at least 5000 years. Clinicians have recognized for many years that there are apparent differences in the presentation of periodontal diseases and have attempted to classify these diseases. Systems of classifications of disease have arisen allowing clinicians to...
Classification systems are necessary in order to provide a framework in which to scientifically study the etiology, pathogenesis, and treatment of dis...
Implants have become the treatment of choice in many, if not most, situations when missing teeth require replacement. Successful implant treatment requires a team of clinicians and technicians dedicated to excellence in surgical and prosthetic aspects. A thorough understanding of the prosthodontic restoration of implants from implant-abutment connections to hard and soft tissue interfaces and compatibility with the implant/abutment/restoration is essential.
Implants have become the treatment of choice in many, if not most, situations when missing teeth require replacement. Successful implant treatment req...