Full Arch Implant Therapy Complications: Recognition, Prevention, and Treatment

On the Mic with MAP Podcast: Mapping the Way to Predictable Implant Dentistry · Mar 19, 2026 · 19m

In Episode 3 of On the Mic with MAP, Dr. Michael A. Pikos explores one of the most critical—and often overlooked—topics in implant dentistry:

Full Arch Implant Therapy Complications.

Drawing on decades of clinical experience, Dr. Pikos breaks down:

Why complications are inevitable in full-arch cases

The critical role of bone and soft tissue grafting

The truth behind “graftless” solutions

How proper maintenance and follow-up prevent long-term failure

Why prosthesis removal is essential for diagnosis

This episode is essential for any clinician looking to improve predictability and long-term…