Rehabilitation of the long-standing edentulous posterior maxilla with dental implant poses a unique challenge. This is due to mainly two reasons – pneumatization of the maxillary sinus and atrophy of the alveolar bone. The challenge is intensified when the native bone is around 2–3 mm. This requires vertical bone augmentation in the form of direct sinus lift/lateral wall sinus lift procedure. The most common complication associated with this procedure is the sinus membrane perforation resulting in unfavorable stabilization of the graft and associated bone regeneration. Simultaneous implant placement becomes all the more difficult in such situations. As a result, of which implant placement has to be deferred resulting in extended treatment duration and multiple surgical appointments. The present case report represents two such sinus membrane perforation repair cases associated with lateral wall osteotomy approach for sinus augmentation with simultaneous implant placement in the posterior maxilla.

The implant therapeutics for management of edentulous span has revolutionized dentistry. This is accompanied by many complications as well. Peri implant interface as well as the tissues are not immune to complications arising from poor surgical, prosthetic or long/short maintainance resulting in the peri implant destruction of soft and hard tissues. This peri implant breakdown surfaces as Peri implant mucositis and Peri implantitis. The management of these complications is feasible if timely and correct diagnosis is established resulting in the success of implants. This article attempts to assess the risk factors for peri implant diseases, establish a thorough diagnosis that could act as a blueprint for management of peri implant lesions. The prophylactic measures to prevent the beginning of the lesion is also highlighted in this review.

Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the world’s deadliest communicable diseases. TB ranks the second leading cause of death from infectious diseases worldwide. It usually affects the lungs, TB bacilli can spread hematogenously to other parts of the body and this also includes mandible or maxilla. It can occur in the mouth involving the tongue with very unusual features and forms. So oral lesions, although rare, are very important for early diagnosis and interception of primary tuberculosis. Keywords: Tuberculosis, Tuberculous Osteomyelitis, Ulcers

The increasing mean age of the population, and consequently edentulism, necessitates the demand for prosthesis. Owing to the drawbacks of the removable partial denture and fixed partial denture, the implant as a treatment option has become popular. But with the use of implants, complications are bound to occur. Management of these complications make implantology a success and thus, common complications are discussed in this case series.

Diabetes mellitus is a condition that affects both adults and children and is caused by insulin insufficiency, insulin resistance, or both. Gingivitis, periodontitis, recurrent periodontal abscess, delayed healing after extraction, etc. are the most common oral symptoms. Early identification and management of diabetes mellitus with simultaneous periodontal therapy can improve the oral complications. Close coordination between the medical and dental teams can benefit the diabetic individuals. The goal of this article was to raise awareness regarding the oral signs and complications of diabetes mellitus.