EPISODE · Oct 15, 2024
Revolutionizing Dental Restoration: Zygomatic Implants vs. Traditional Techniques
from OMS Voices: An AAOMS Podcast · host American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Dr. Waldemar Polido, oral and maxillofacial surgeon, provides insight into the intricacies of zygomatic implants as an innovative solution for patients with significant upper jawbone loss. He compares these implants with traditional dental implants and bone grafting, highlighting the advantages of zygomatic implants in avoiding extensive grafting and enabling immediate placement. Dr. Polido also discusses scenarios where traditional implants and bone grafting might be preferable, emphasizing the role of digital technology in enhancing treatment accuracy for both methods.
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Dr. Waldemar Polido, oral and maxillofacial surgeon, provides insight into the intricacies of zygomatic implants as an innovative solution for patients with significant upper jawbone loss. He compares these implants with traditional dental implants and bone grafting, highlighting the advantages of zygomatic implants in avoiding extensive grafting and enabling immediate placement. Dr. Polido also discusses scenarios where traditional implants and bone grafting might be preferable, emphasizing the role of digital technology in enhancing treatment accuracy for both methods.
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