Full Arch and Beyond with Alfonso Pineyro and Serv Wahan #29

Guest: Alfonso Pineyro DDS

https://pdtdental.com/pages/pineyro

Host: Serv Wahan MD DMD

https://www.drwahan.com/

keywords prosthodontics, full arch restorations, dental implants, patient care, dental technology, maintenance, complications, patient education, trends in dentistry, dental failures, all-on-x, dental influencer, dental podcast, Serv Wahan. Dr Wahan, Alfonso Pineyro, Pineyro arch kit summary In this conversation, Dr. Serv Wahan and Dr. Alfonso Pineyro discuss their experiences in prosthodontics, focusing on full arch restorations, patient management, and the evolution of dental practices. They explore the importance of maintenance, patient education, and the challenges faced in complex cases. The discussion also touches on the role of technology in modern dentistry and the trends shaping the future of the field. takeaways

• Experience helps in understanding patient needs.
• Patient education is crucial for successful outcomes.
• Maintenance is key to long-term success in prosthodontics.
• Understanding patient expectations can prevent dissatisfaction.
• Technology is changing the landscape of dental practices.
• Complications can arise from both implants and prosthetics.
• Zygomatic and pterygoid implants should be used judiciously.
• Patient selection is critical for successful treatments.
• The importance of adapting to patient physiology and habits.
• Long-term follow-up is essential for monitoring patient health.

titles

• Navigating the World of Prosthodontics
• Full Arch Restorations: Insights and Innovations

Sound Bites

• "You have to take classes."
• "You have to come back every year."
• "You have to lower the expectations."

Chapters 00:00Introduction to Prosthodontics and Personal Journeys 02:48The Evolution of Full Arch Restorations 05:52Training and Experience in Dentistry 08:21Challenges in Full Arch Cases 11:03The Importance of Maintenance in Prosthodontics 13:55Patient Education and Expectations 16:49Trends in Implant Dentistry 19:31Managing Complications and Failures 22:33The Role of Technology in Modern Dentistry 25:17Final Thoughts and Future Directions