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Dental implants explained from Dr. Pablo Atria's clinical practice. He trained at NYU College of Dentistry. When an implant is indicated and when it isn't, what happens to the bone, how digital surgical guides change planning, what reasonable longevity to expect at 10 and 20 years, and which habits make a real difference. Reading material to understand the decision without marketing and without omissions.
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2026-08-20 · 6 min
Fear of pain is the main reason many people delay getting implants. Here we explain what you actually feel during and after surgery, and why today's technology makes the procedure more manageable than you might imagine.
Read more →2026-06-24 · 7 min
Implants exceed 95% survival at 10 years, but they aren't risk-free. Let's talk honestly about how they fail and why rejection is a myth.
Read more →2026-06-23 · 6 min
The best implant is the one you don't need. Preserving the natural tooth is always the first option when viable. When to save and when to extract.
Read more →2026-06-22 · 6 min
Immediate loading allows a provisional restoration to be placed on the implant on the same day as surgery. Learn who qualifies, what to expect, and when this protocol is not recommended.
Read more →2026-06-12 · 7 min
The implant position is decided on a computer before any tissue is touched. How we plan and place implants with guided surgery in Santiago, and when it is indicated.
Read more →2026-04-02 · 5 min
Post-surgical care, daily hygiene, and professional maintenance to keep your dental implants in perfect condition for decades.
Read more →2026-03-20 · 8 min
Everything you need to know about dental implants: who qualifies, the procedure, recovery, and the key advantages over other tooth replacement options.
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