Stephen J. Chu, DDS
About
Stephen J. Chu is a Former Adjunct Clinical Professor at New York University College of Dentistry in the departments of periodontology, implant dentistry, and prosthodontics. He maintains a private practice in fixed prosthodontics, esthetic, and implant dentistry in New York City.
Dr. Chu has contributed over 100 publications including 7 textbooks in the dental literature and has given lectures nationally and internationally on the subjects of esthetic, restorative, and implant dentistry.
Dr. Chu serves as the Associate Editor of the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry.
Presentation Topic
Maxillary Anterior Implants: Navigating Treatment Planning Options in the Esthetic Zone
Learning Objectives
Objective
• Management of implants placed into extraction sockets
• Understand what implant complications and risks in the esthetic zone
• Understand the importance of provisional restoration fabrication in papillae preservation
Presentation Details
Lecture Description
With the advent of advanced treatment protocols and techniques as well as an understanding of how biology can affect esthetic outcomes, multiple implants can be a reality under the right circumstances. However, the decision-making process for the best patient treatment outcomes involves considering the patient's needs and clinical situation. Key issues in the esthetic zone such as a staged serial extraction or immediate implant placement approach will be outlined.
Lastly, treatment planning two adjacent central incisors as well as the central-lateral incisor dilemma will be addressed through research and clinical examples.