Advanced Immediate Loading

Book excerpt: This expert guide presents the most recent research and state-of-the-art protocols for immediate loading of dental implants, a restorative approach that continues to evolve with ever-increasing success and predictability of results. The first several chapters explain the scientific and biologic basis of immediate loading, including requirements for successful clinical application, the importance of implant surface and design characteristics, and the results of human and animal histologic studies. The later chapters build on this knowledge, presenting research results and clinical case examples relevant to specific applications of immediate loading, including its use in the anterior mandible, edentulous arches, posterior regions, and grafted bone. Immediate loading procedures in advanced clinical situations, such as patients with a heavy smoking habit, simultaneous sinus elevation, single-tooth implants, and immediate implant placement, are similarly explained and demonstrated through case examples. Finally, the book provides valuable clinical hints to help the practitioner avoid and manage complications associated with immediate loading. A comprehensive resource for implant dentists interested in cutting-edge immediate loading procedures and protocols.