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Advances in implant treatment over the
past few decades have been phenomenal, Dr. Babbush relates. He goes on
to say that today, implants routinely restore natural function to
millions of people. Implant technology has developed to the point
that it is now possible to create a restoration that is literally
indistinguishable from the original tooth.
The first part of the book delves into the
history of implants, taking readers back to Rome in 100 A.D., where a
skilled metal worker crafts an iron tooth to substitute for a mans
diseased molar. Indeed, there have been many such primitive attempts
over the centuries, most of which were unsuccessful. The crucial
breakthrough finally came during the 1960s and 1970s, when implants
started to enter the mainstream for treatment options. |
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Subsequent chapters deal with deciding
who is a good candidate for implants and finding the appropriate doctor.
Further discussion includes the specifics of what actually happens above
and below the gums, and what to do if you need more than implants. There
are also chapters on living with implants, things that can go wrong, and
what the future holds for this 21st-century technology.
This unique, user-friendly book is
written in nontechnical language for the average layperson, although
dentists interested in becoming involved with implant reconstruction
will certainly benefit from the information as well. Success stories are
scattered throughout, which add a human dimension to these scientific
procedures. There are also extensive photographs, documentation, several
appendices that include patient testimonials, dental resources, a
comprehensive glossary of terms, and an index. The mystery is
gonethanks to the diagnoses, preparation, and remedies in this welcome
book.
The future of many people who lose
their teeth is brighter than ever. In the wake of inevitable tooth
loss, Dr. Babbush writes, we now do have the ability to deliver to
dental sufferers teeth that are as good as new. This is a must-read
for every person with dental challenges. |
