05/16/2024
The more things change,
1999 - "D" implants, delayed load, PFM, cement retained, analog workflow, freehand surgery, commercial lab
2024 - "T' implants, immediate load, Full contour zirconium, screw retained, guided surgery, in house design and fabrication
The more they stay the same.
Normal contour, comfort, health, function and esthetics, anterior and posterior support, no cantilevers, implants in position of natural tooth root, keratinized tissue surrounding implants, favorable crown to implant ratio, adequate number and size of implants to support load, functional, healthy occlusion