DentRx Health Identifies the Problem and the Solution

 - Frustrated patients with implant problems

- Dentists with concerned expressions, because they don't know how they got there 

Does This Look Familiar?

I'm here because we identified a problem that every implant-focused practice faces.

15% of dental implants fail or develop serious complications. When that happens, the patient needs expensive redo surgery, often $3,000-$6,000—and the practice faces liability risk, time waste, and reputation damage.

But here's the bigger problem: Many of these failures are preventable.

The dentists I talk to tell me their biggest pain points are:

1. Uncertainty about patient selection (Is this patient a good candidate?)

2. Undetected post-op problems (By the time I know something's wrong, it's too late)

3. Revenue being left on the table (We're treating implants as cosmetic when they should be medical)

 If any of these sounds familiar, we have a solution.

Three Core Problems Facing Implant-Focused Practices

Problem #1: High Failure Risk from Poor Patient Selection

Many practices lack a systematic approach to screen for medical risk factors. Medications can dramatically increase implant failure rates. Patients on certain drugs may experience failure rates three to four times higher than healthy individuals, yet these risks often go undetected.

Every dentist has a patient selection process, but it's usually informal relying on radiographs, patient conversations, and personal judgment. While some ask about medications, most do not systematically check for the dozens of conditions that can

undermine implant success. 

For example, consider a 55-year-old woman seeking implants who has rheumatoid arthritis. In a typical process, her medication might be noted but not fully considered. Her medication impairs bone healing, and if her RA is uncontrolled, her failure risk increases by 250%. With PREMO, these risks are flagged immediately. Coordination with her physician and adjusting medication timing around surgery can reduce her risk back to baseline.

Problem #2: Post-Op Problems Go Undetected

Patient problems often go unnoticed until they become serious. Without regular monitoring, issues like swelling or infection may only be reported when they have already led to bone loss or implant failure. In fact, 80% of post-op complications could be detected early with consistent monitoring.  After surgery, patients typically receive instructions and are left to manage recovery on their own. If complications arise, they may not alert the dentist until the situation is severe, resulting in costly revision procedures. With AIVA, the patient monitoring system, regular check-ins prompt patients about swelling, pain, and medication adjustments, leading to earlier intervention and better outcomes.

 

 

Problem #3: Lost Revenue from Medical Insurance

Many dental implants are billed as cosmetic procedures when they could qualify for medical insurance reimbursement. When patients have medical conditions that affect health, implants become medically necessary—and medical insurance should cover most of the cost. Practices are leaving $3,000 to $8,000 on the table per case.

Most dentists have not considered the medical insurance aspect. For instance, a 68-year-old woman with Type 2 diabetes needs an implant after tooth extraction. Diabetes affects healing, making the procedure medically necessary to restore oral function. Yet, without proper documentation, the case is billed as cosmetic.

PREMO streamlines the documentation process, helping practices submit claims that demonstrate medical necessity. Medical insurance then covers 70–90% of the cost, turning a $3,500 case into a $6,500–$8,500 case. 

If you think your practice might fit this category, contact us for a consultation.

At www.Dentrx.net or email us at info@DentRx.net