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Anatomy and Physiology as Applied to Implant Dentistry

From the previous unit you have gained an insight into the evolution of implants in dentistry and scope and rationale of implants.Dental implant reconstruction requires a thorough knowledge and understanding of the various strategically important anatomic landmarks at or near the site of implant surgery, ridge morphology, bone density together with the physiologic response of bone to implants.

The implant surgeon should have basic knowledge of the macroscopic and microscopic anatomy of the jaw bones with their associated neurovascular bundles and muscle attachments to avoid injury to any of these structures causing transient or permanent damage.An insight into the normal bone physiology and its adaptation by modeling and remodeling process to functional stresses is also of importance. Implant dentist should possess knowledge of the bone response to implant and the characteristic changes which occur at the bone-implant interface.

In this unit, you will learn about the surgical anatomy of the maxilla and mandible together with the physiology of bone and their importance in implant placement.

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