Essentials and Innovations in Implant Prosthodontics

Bridge the gap between foundational principles and the latest innovations in implantology with Essentials and Innovations in Implant Prosthodontics! Serving as an invaluable resource in navigating the complexities of modern implant dentistry, this book provides practical guidance and in-depth analyses to enhance clinical practice and improve patient outcomes. Expert authors Sheldon Winkler and Sompop Bencharit seamlessly combine classic principles with topics in digital dentistry - including cone-beam computed tomography, 3D printing, and laser applications - to provide a roadmap to help you face the challenges posed by the ever-expanding scope of implant prosthodontics.

• Cutting-edge content covers the latest advancements in implant prosthodontics, including digital dentures, cone beam computed tomography, and 3-D printing applications
• Radiographs, photographs, and illustrations help you visualize implant procedures, complications, and outcomes
• Recognition from the American Academy of Implant Prosthodontics (AAIP) ensures the text's place as an essential resource in implant dentistry
• Enhanced eBook version, included with every new print purchase, features annual summaries of recent literature and a library of review questions, plus digital access to all the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud on a variety of devices

List of contents

1. Ridge Resorption and Artificial Tooth Placement
2. Applications of Cone Beam Computed Tomography in Implant Dentistry
3. Extraordinary Implant Failure
4. Metal Bases for Implant Overdentures
5. Dental Implants and the Geriatric Patient
6. Psychological Aspects
7. Update on Digital Complete Dentures
8. Conventional Implant Overdentures
9. Current Concepts and Clinical Applications for Immediate Implant Placement and Provisionalization in Esthetic Zone
10. Narrow Diameter Implants
11. Applications of Lasers in Implant Dentistry
12. 3-D Printing Applications for Implant Guided Surgery
13. Zirconia Dental Implants
14. Implant Digital Impression and Coded Healing Abutment/Impression System
15. Implant Removal
16. Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Implant Dentistry

About the author

DR. SHELDON WINKLER is Professor Emeritus at Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He served previously as Professor and Chairperson of the Department of Prosthodontics and Dean of Research, Advanced Education, and Continuing Education at the School of Dentistry. Dr. Winkler is an educator, author, editor, researcher, and national and international speaker on prosthodontics, implant dentistry, dental materials, and geriatric dentistry. He founded the journal Implant Dentistry, which he edited for six years, and is currently Editor Emeritus of the Journal of Oral Implantology and Editor of Implant Prosthodonics Monographs. Dr. Winkler's textbook, Essentials of Complete Denture Prosthodontics, now in its third edition, has been one of the most popular and widely used dental textbooks in the world and is well established as a standard reference. Dr. Winkler received the 2023 Distinguished Alumni Award of the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. He received his advanced certificate in prosthodontics in May of 1971 while serving as an Associate Professor at the Buffalo School of Dentistry. EditDR. SOMPOP BENCHARIT is Professor and Assistant Dean for Innovation at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) College of Dental Medicine, where he is also the Founding Chair of the Department of Reconstructive and Rehabilitation Sciences. Dr. Bencharit previously served as the Founding Director of Digital Dentistry Technologies and Director of Clinical Research at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). Dr. Bencharit's educational background includes a DDS and Diploma in Prosthodontics from Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok, Thailand. He furthered his studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC), where he obtained a Certificate and Master's Degree in Prosthodontics, a PhD in Oral Biology, and a Certificate in Clinical Research. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics and holds fellowship memberships in prestigious organizations such as the American College of Prosthodontists (ACP), the Pierre Fauchard Academy, and the International College of Dentists. Dr. Bencharit was honored with the 2021 ACP Distinguished Researcher award. He has an extensive publication record, with over 90 peer-reviewed articles and more than 100 published abstracts.

Product details

• Authors: Sompop Bencharit, Winkler Sheldon
• Publisher: Elsevier
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Release: 01.04.2026
• EAN: 9780443282362
• ISBN: 978-0-443-28236-2
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > Dentistry; MEDICAL / Dentistry / General, dentistry, Dentistry and related oral medicines