
Dental Digest Podcast with Dr. Melissa Seibert
222. Gustavo Avila-Ortiz DDS, MS, PhD - Blood Products in Implant Dentistry
May 13, 2024
Dr. Gustavo Avila-Ortiz discusses bone graft materials, demineralized bone graft materials, biologic products in dentistry, and his new roles in the international dental community. The podcast dives into the evolution of dental specialization, emphasizing interdisciplinary education and the benefits of group practices for comprehensive patient care.
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- Interdisciplinary dentistry offers superior care over multidisciplinary approaches by integrating specialists for comprehensive treatment plans.
- Biologics like platelet-rich fibrin can enhance soft tissue healing in dentistry, though their impact on long-term bone regeneration may be limited.
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Interdisciplinary Dentistry vs. Multidisciplinary Dentistry
Interdisciplinary dentistry is highlighted as a superior model of care compared to multidisciplinary dentistry. In multidisciplinary care, patients may bounce between specialists without an integrated treatment plan. This approach can result in patients receiving patchwork care that fails to address underlying issues comprehensively.
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