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Greetings! When I graduated from dental school, dental implants were considered experimental, even though a few dentists were doing them with some success. Over the years, I have seen implant systems come and go. As an attorney, I have seen implant cases that go wrong, usually when a dentist or surgeon is not experienced, or a 'team' of dentists are not on the same page, or a dentist is not familiar with the specific product he or she is using. I also now see implants as an integral part of dentistry, allowing restoration of the dentition that was never before possible. Where an implant is indicated, and where the dentist is skillful and knowledgeable, and where the patient is cooperative and fully informed of alternatives, the implant is frequently the correct choice. More about that ...
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