Social Media case by Dr. Luis A. Alicea
“This patient had missing teeth 1 to 6, 13 to 16, 18 to 20, 30 to 32. The case was evaluated with #cbct and @3shape implant studio for individual and implant bridges restorations.
The surgical guides were printed in #formlabs 3d printer. @versahllc burs were used to do the minimal invasive implant osteotomy and sinus elevation. Nine (9) Ceramic ZERAMEX zirconia implants were placed and torqued to 35 Ncm on the upper and lower arches. The implants were placed on positions (2, 4,6), (13,15), (18,20) & (30,31). Neogen Allograft @neossgmbh , #prf membranes were placed for the additional onlay and sinus elevation bone augmentation. Neogen Collagen Flex @neossgmbh were anchor with apron technique (cover screws) over the bone graft. The gum tissue was closed with primary intension with 4-0 nylon sutures.
The case was conducted under IV Sedation by Dr. Luis A Alicea at Your Desired Smile, Tampa, Florida”
About the Author
Luis A. Alicea DMD, MSD
Dr. Luis A. Alicea was born and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico. He pursued studies at the University of Puerto Rico, School of Dentistry. He then completed his Masters Degree, and Prosthodontic residency at that campus, where he focused his training in the placement, and restoration of Dental Implants. He has taught as an Associate Professor in the Research, and Restorative Departments at the University of Puerto Rico, and continues to hold privileges as a professor Ad Honorem in that institution. Dr. Alicea also completed additional training towards certification as an IV Sedation provider, at the University of Alabama, Birmingham.
Dr. Alicea is a member of the Peer Review Committee for “The International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Implants”, and regularly reviews articles prior to publication for this Journal. He is a also member of the American Dental Association, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, American College of Prosthodontics, Florida Prosthodontic Association, American Academy of Implant Dentistry, Academy of Osseointegration, American Dental Society of Anesthesiology, West Coast District Dental Association, Hillsborough County Dental Association, and also participates in the Seattle Study Club.
Dr. Alicea has an undeniable passion, and dedication for the dental profession. He has been practicing in the Greater Tampa bay area since 2007. He likes to give back to the community and participates of Dentistry from the Heart events. He loves spending time with his wife, daughter and twin sons.
Dr. Luis A. Alicea can be reached at: (813) 580-5244
YOUR DESIRED SMILE | 4129 W Kennedy Blvd #1 Tampa, FL 33609
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