Straumann Open Mic Ep. 3 - “The use of short implants as alternative to Sinus grafting procedures”

[@Bmarker299]

To use a short implant or graft: take into consideration the following: 1. Quality of bone, 2. Expected loads such as history of parafunction, facial morphology ( brachycephalic vs dolichocephalic). I routinely use short implants to reduce the need for grafting but do with it with caution.

[@jupst]

Very very interesting. I've had two opposing premolars extracted (primary teeth) from the maxilla here in Thailand. I'm a 47 year old male. I'm now going through the healing process and considering which type of implant therapy to choose to fill the gaps. I've had my 3D/CT X-rays taken, and I've been told I would/should have 2x sinus augmentations with standard implants fitted (same day) - followed by three to six months healing, then the crowns. I haven't been offered short implants at all. They haven't been mentioned. The dental clinic is part of the SMILE Bangkok MALO group, which I understand to be a reputable clinic. I believe I have at least 6mm of vertical bone available, but I'd need that confirmed. I would be so much happier to avoid (possibly unnecessary) invasive surgery with risk of complications and of course significant extra cost. I think I have a few months available to consider treatment options before any noticeable bone loss begins. What should I do? Ask the clinic if they'll use short implants? Ask other clinics in Thailand?