On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes is joined by Dr. Tom Fow and Dr. Dan Briskie for a deep dive into dental implant complications and how to avoid them. The conversation unpacks real-world lessons from high-volume implant practices, covering everything from proper case selection and patient health considerations to surgical precision and prosthetic planning. They break down common pitfalls like poor primary stability, improper drilling techniques, and the risks of cover screws, while also highlighting advanced concepts like pterygoid implants and reducing cantilevers in full arch cases. Most importantly, they emphasize that many complications can be prevented through better planning, communication, and understanding of biology and biomechanics. This episode is packed with actionable insights to help clinicians reduce failures, improve outcomes, and build more predictable implant workflows. Be sure to check out the full episode from the Dentalpreneur Podcast! EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.coloradosurgicalinstitute.com https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast

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