Understanding Implant-Abutment Connections: Internal Hex vs. Conical Connection Under Load

Understanding Implant-Abutment Connections: Internal Hex vs. Conical Connection Under Load

Dr. Samuel Pacheco (DDS)
Current implantology demands for competent implant-abutment connections for predictable, high-quality results in two-piece implant systems. Without...
3D rendering showing a full arch dental prosthesis supported by implants, positioned above the edentulous mandibular ridge with visible implant abutments.

Implant-Supported vs. Tooth-Supported Restorations: Long-Term Biomechanical Impact

ArticlesDr. Samuel Pacheco (DDS)
With the widespread adoption of implant dentistry in most practices, clinicians frequently face the question of whether to restore missing teeth us...
Mastering Implant Crown Cementation: Why Dual-Cure Temporary Cements Offer a Clinical Advantage

Mastering Implant Crown Cementation: Why Dual-Cure Temporary Cements Offer a Clinical Advantage

Dr. Samuel Pacheco (DDS)
As dental professionals, we understand that implant crown cementation is one of the most critical stages in restorative implant dentistry. Even whe...
3D medical illustration showing two dental implants placed in the posterior maxilla region following sinus lift surgery.

Sinus Lift Surgery and Posterior Maxilla Implants: Risks, Rewards, and Innovations

ArticlesDr. Samuel Pacheco (DDS)
Implant rehabilitation of the posterior maxilla often presents unique biological and mechanical challenges, as tooth loss in this region often lead...
Choosing the Right Implant for Posterior Restorations: Load Distribution and Emergence Profile Considerations

Choosing the Right Implant for Posterior Restorations: Load Distribution and Emergence Profile Considerations

Dr. Samuel Pacheco (DDS)
Posterior implant restorations demand biomechanical precision and strategic planning. Unlike anterior implants, where esthetics and soft-tissue int...
One-Piece Implants in Narrow Ridges: Clinical Indications and Surgical Protocol

One-Piece Implants in Narrow Ridges: Clinical Indications and Surgical Protocol

Dr. Samuel Pacheco (DDS)
Narrow alveolar ridges represent one of the most frequent challenges in implant dentistry. Anatomical limitations in complex areas, like the anteri...
Primary Stability: The Biomechanics Behind Successful Implant Integration

Primary Stability: The Biomechanics Behind Successful Implant Integration

ArticlesDr. Samuel Pacheco (DDS)
The literature defines primary stability as the absence of micromotion of a dental implant immediately after its placement, highlighting its role a...
Digital illustration showing a cross-section of a dental one-piece implant integrated into jawbone and gum tissue, with the title "One-Piece Implants in Modern Implantology" displayed on a blue background.

One-Piece Implants in Modern Implantology: Simplifying Workflows Without Compromising Stability

ArticlesDr. Samuel Pacheco (DDS)
In implant dentistry, the pursuit of predictability and efficiency has driven continuous evolution in design. One-piece implants, once considered a...
3D illustration of a gdt dental implant under occlusal load with arrows showing force direction in the jaw, representing how bite forces influence implant longevity. Banner text reads “Silent Forces: How Occlusion Quietly Shapes Implant Longevity.

Silent Forces: How Occlusion Quietly Shapes Implant Longevity

Dr. Samuel Pacheco (DDS)
Dental implantology often emphasizes bone quality, surface treatments, and surgical protocols. Yet, one of the most critical determinants of implan...
How I Met Brånemark: Dr. Dov Kischinovsky on Full-Arch Restorations

How I Met Brånemark: Dr. Dov Kischinovsky on Full-Arch Restorations

ArticlesDental Team
  Every profession has pioneers who changed the way things are done. For implant dentistry, one of those pioneers is Professor Per-Ingvar Bråne...
Dentsan Lorenzo to Showcase GDT Dental Implants at FOCAP 2025 in Guatemala City

Dentsan Lorenzo to Showcase GDT Dental Implants at FOCAP 2025 in Guatemala City

Dental Team
  We’re proud to support GDT Dental Implants’ official distributor in Guatemala, Dentsan Lorenzo, as they take part in the FOCAP Dental Meeting 20...
bundle of polished titanium rods, with a close-up inset highlighting the metallic surface texture. The background shows part of a manufacturing setup, emphasizing the industrial context of dental implant material processing.

Understanding Dental Implant Materials: Which Is the Best For Your Practice

Dr. Samuel Pacheco (DDS)
The choice of implant material plays a critical role in determining long-term stability, osseointegration, and patient satisfaction. While implant ...