Springer Peri-Implant Complications: A Clinical Guide to Diagnosis and Treatment

This book is an up-to-date reference that provides detailed guidance on how to diagnose and manage the soft and hard tissue complications that may be associated with a functioning dental implant placement, such as peri-implant mucositis, soft tissue loss, and peri-implantitis. Treatment options for each complication are described and illustrated step by step and carefully selected cases are presented to further explain the individual stages in management and to highlight key learning points. Practical advice is offered on all aspects of diagnosis, and information is also presented on the definition and etiology of the various complications. The book is in an easy-to-read format and includes a review of the latest literature on the topic. From the Back Cover This book is an up-to-date reference that provides detailed guidance on how to diagnose and manage the soft and hard tissue complications that may be associated with a functioning dental implant placement, such as peri-implant mucositis, soft tissue loss, and peri-implantitis. Treatment options for each complication are described and illustrated step by step and carefully selected cases are presented to further explain the individual stages in management and to highlight key learning points. Practical advice is offered on all aspects of diagnosis, and information is also presented on the definition and etiology of the various complications. The book is in an easy-to-read format and includes a review of the latest literature on the topic. About the Author Dr. Anastasia Kelekis-Cholakis obtained her BA in 1988 and her DMD and Diploma in Periodontics from the University of Manitoba in 1992 and 1998. She received her implant training at the Misch Institute in Pittsburg. Dr. Kelekis-Cholakis is a fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and a member of the Canadian and American Academy of Periodontists, the Canadian Dental Association and the Pierre Fauchard Academy. She is the founder of the Southwest Specialty Group and has practiced her specialty for over 18 years. She is also the founder of the Women’s Dental Network an educational and social support network for female dentists in Manitoba. She serves on the Board of the Manitoba Dental Association and is part of the Dr. Gerald Niznick College Dentistry Executive Board as well. Dr. Kelekis-Cholakis is the Division Head of Periodontics and the Director of the Graduate Periodontal Program at the University of Manitoba. She lectures nationally and internationally and has published a book on peri-implant complications, as well as several articles in peer-reviewed journals.  Dr. Nader Hamdan is an Assistant Professor and Director of the Graduate Periodontics Program at Dalhousie University. He obtained his first dental degree from Jordan University of Science and Technology in 1999, practiced general dentistry for 12 years before pursuing an MSc in Dental Sciences program at McGill University. Dr. Hamdan went on to complete a three-year specialty program in Periodontics at the University of Manitoba. In 2016, he obtained a second master’s degree - a Master in Dentistry (Specialty: Periodontics), became a certified periodontist by passing the Canadian National Dental Specialty Examination and later became Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada (FRCD(C)). Dr. John M. Tsourounakis graduated from Aristotle University in Greece with the degree of Doctor of Care Management from the University of New Orleans, College of Business, in 2011, graduating with distinction with an award in academic excellence. He then 2012, and in 2013 he completed a postgraduate Fellowship in Dental Implantology, from Louisiana State University, School of Dentistry in New Orleans. Dr. Tsourounakis has authored several scientific papers, published in peer-reviewed journals. He is a Diplomate of the American board of Periodontology and a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada. Dr. Reem N. Atout recei