Episode 649 · March 10, 2025

When Implants Aren’t an Option: The Case for Fiber-Reinforced Bridges

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Dr. Marvin Chacon

Dr. Marvin Chacon

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Dr. Marvin has been running for over 15 years a private practice focused on conservative cosmetic and reconstructive dentistry in San Jose the Capital of Costa Rica.

He is devoted to the application of new techniques in the area of restorative dentistry, implementation of innovative dental materials and creation of new clinical protocols for the solution of cases under the contemporary approach of "Minimum Intervention".

He is a clinical trainer and speaker on topics such as modern dental materials and their applications in Biomimetic Dentistry.

He obtained his Masters in Aesthetic Dentistry from King's College London in 2022, with deep theoretical and clinical knowledge in the design of Fibre Reinforced Composite Fixed Partial dental-prosthetics (FRCFPDs).

Episode Summary

Whether due to insufficient bone, medical contraindications, financial constraints, or patient preferences, single-tooth implants aren’t the solution for every case. That’s where fiber-reinforced bridges come in. To tell us all about the wonders of fiber-reinforced bridges is our guest, Dr. Marvin Chacon. With over 15 years of clinical dentistry experience, he obtained his Master's in Aesthetic Dentistry from King's College London in 2022. As a clinical trainer and speaker, he focuses on modern dental materials and innovative techniques under the "minimum Intervention" approach.

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dentaldentistVOCO AmericaCrown/Bridge/Veneers/IndirectDirect RestorativesPractice ManagementTemporization

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