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Treatment guidelines

Drug abuse

Key points

  • Drugs, prescribed or not, can interfere with implant surgery, related medication and treatment outcomes
  • In case of drug abuse, such as painkillers and benzodiazepines, the risk becomes relevant
  • It is critical to evaluate if the patient’s drug abuse affects the planned treatment and the necessary compliance

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