--- title: DDS Lab | Dentistry Blog | Dental Implants (5) description: Dental Implants | The monthly highlights of DDS Lab's blog provide you with the most current information in dentistry. (5) --- [![DDS Lab | Full-Service Dental Laboratory](https://blog.ddslab.com/hubfs/01%20DDS%20Lab%20Identity/DDS%20Logos/DDS%20Lab%20Logo%202021.png)](https://www.ddslab.com/) - [Home](https://www.ddslab.com/) - [Products](https://www.ddslab.com/dental-lab-products/) - [Digital Services](https://www.ddslab.com/digital-services/) - [Education](https://www.ddslab.com/dental-education/) - [Send a case](https://www.ddslab.com/send-a-case/) - [Blog](https://blog.ddslab.com/) - [About](https://www.ddslab.com/about-dds-dental-lab/) - [Contact](https://www.ddslab.com/contact-dds-dental-lab/) # DDS Lab Blog — Dental Insights Welcome to DDS Lab's blog, where we aim to provide valuable information and insights about dental restorations, dental care, and related topics. 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These were approximately 1.8 mm to 2 mm in diameter and were specifically designed to cause... MaryLeigh Dempsey Feb 7, 2018 Dental Technology ### [MINIMIZING THE RISK OF DENTAL IMPLANT COMPLICATIONS](https://blog.ddslab.com/minimizing-the-risk-of-dental-implant-complications) Although implants are usually a highly successful treatment, a small percentage of dental implants will fail, even when planned and placed correctly.... MaryLeigh Dempsey Jan 19, 2018 Dental Technology ### [ADVANTAGES AND BENEFITS OF COMPUTER-GUIDED IMPLANT SURGERY](https://blog.ddslab.com/computer-guided-implant-surgery) Originally developed for neurosurgery, computer-guided surgery provides dentists with several advantages, helping them achieve predictable and safe... MaryLeigh Dempsey Jan 10, 2018 Dental Technology ### [WHEN TO RECOMMEND IMPLANT OVERDENTURES](https://blog.ddslab.com/when-to-recommend-implant-overdentures) For patients with significant bone loss, an overdenture will restore vertical dimensions and may be the most suitable choice. MaryLeigh Dempsey Jan 4, 2018 Dental Technology ### [MANAGING DENTAL IMPLANT PATIENT'S EXPECTATIONS](https://blog.ddslab.com/managing-dental-implant-patients-expectations) If your clinic provides dental implant treatments, you already know that patients expect the very best esthetic results. Careful management of these... MaryLeigh Dempsey Dec 22, 2017 Dental Technology ### [ZIRCONIA VS TITANIUM DENTAL IMPLANTS](https://blog.ddslab.com/zirconia-vs-titanium-dental-implants) Titanium and zirconium are the only two elements that do not prevent implants from integrating into the bone. Know which material to use for your... Houssam Sahwil Nov 8, 2017 Dental Technology ### [Zirconia dental implants — pros and cons](https://blog.ddslab.com/zirconia-dental-implants-pros-and-cons) Zirconia implants have been used in Europe for over a decade and can provide excellent biocompatibility. Although not suitable for everyone, zirconia... Houssam Sahwil Nov 3, 2017 Dental Technology ### [ADVANTAGES OF ZIRCONIA IMPLANT ABUTMENTS](https://blog.ddslab.com/advantages-of-zirconia-implant-abutments) Zirconia abutments are very versatile, as they can be designed entirely using CAD/CAM technology or by scanning a wax-up before milling the abutment.... Houssam Sahwil Oct 27, 2017 Dental Technology ### [FIXED IMPLANT BRIDGES: Treatment Details](https://blog.ddslab.com/fixed-implant-bridges-treatment-details) Treatment for fixed implant bridges is a multi-step process that requires significant planning and time to complete. Patients who are considering a... 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