In this week’s video, Dr. Robert Stanley, the Smile Engineer, considers a hot topic in full-arch implant therapy: ablating the nasopalatine nerve during All-on-X surgeries. Why does the nasopalatine nerve sometimes comes into play with fully guided All-on-X treatment? To seat the bone foundation guide. Some skeptics express concerns about roof-of-mouth sensation loss and patient comfort, but Dr. Stanley offers what he's seen after years of practice - what patients actually report in terms of feeling and function after this procedure.

For dental professionals offering full-arch implant solutions, knowing the anatomical risks and clinical evidence behind nerve management is essential. Whether you use fully guided workflows or prefer free-hand approaches, Dr. Rob’s real-world insights help you evaluate the trade-offs in patient comfort, sensation, and overall outcome.

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BioHorizons just released their new Smart Shape healers — but are they worth the hype? In this week’s episode, Dr. Robert Stanley, The Smile Engineer, breaks down the design, benefits, and potential drawbacks of these new healing abutments. He also dives deep into one of the most overlooked parts of implant success: building keratinized gingiva on the buccal to support both healing and long-term restorative outcomes.

Dr. Stanley explains why buccal keratinized tissue is so important, how to develop it effectively, and how it ties into overall implant stability and esthetics. Whether you’re already using Smart Shape healers or just curious about their impact, this video will help you make more informed decisions for your patients and your practice.

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In this week’s video, Dr. Robert Stanley — “The Smile Engineer” — explores the phenomenon of mesial drift in the anterior region and its implications for implant treatment, especially in younger patients. Learn how to anticipate, manage, and communicate this natural biological process to your patients with clarity and confidence.

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In this week’s video, Dr. Robert Stanley, The Smile Engineer, breaks down two key implant rules every clinician should know: Tarnow’s rule (3mm implant-to-implant spacing, 1.5mm implant-to-tooth spacing) and the 2mm rule for keeping clear of the inferior alveolar nerve.

But here’s the twist — understanding why these rules exist is far more important than just memorizing them. Dr. Stanley explains the biological and mechanical principles behind these guidelines, and how knowing the “why” empowers you to make smarter, safer, and more confident surgical decisions.

Stop letting the rules define you — understand them so you can apply them.

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In this latest lecture, Dr. Robert Stanley dives deep into the emergence profile of single-unit implant crowns, comparing stock abutments and custom abutments. Dr. Rob presents a provocative argument: if the implant is placed with ideal 3D positioning, clinicians can achieve the same emergence profile with a stock abutment as with a custom abutment — challenging the assumption that custom is always superior.

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In this episode of Implants Made Simple, Dr. Robert Stanley, the Smile Engineer, explains the difference between All-on-4 and All-on-More dental implant solutions. He breaks down how cyclic fatigue impacts implant longevity and why relying on only four implants can leave both the patient and the doctor at greater risk. By adding just one more implant, you significantly reduce the load on each fixture, improving long-term success and patient outcomes. Dr. Rob shares why this small change makes a big difference in treatment planning and how it can protect your patients and your practice.

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In this video, Dr. Robert Stanley, the Smile Engineer, introduces and explains the Five-Thread Guideline (5-TG): a new clinical rule for predicting primary stability with dental implants in both healed and fresh extraction sites. Drawing from his recent paper in Journal of Oral Implantology, Dr. Stanley walks us through how engaging five full implant threads in native bone—or using bi-socket or tri-socket stabilization—can significantly improve the likelihood of successful immediate implant placement. 

Link to Paper: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31905052/

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After surgery, healing is everything. In this video, Dr. Robert Stanley, the Smile Engineer, breaks down the “4 S’s of Surgical Success” every patient needs to know:

• No spitting
• No straws
• No smoking
• No swishing

Each of these simple actions can create negative pressure or introduce irritation that disrupts blood clot formation and slows down recovery. Dr. Stanley explains why avoiding these behaviors is critical for proper healing and long-term surgical success. Whether you’re a patient recovering from dental surgery or a dentist educating your own patients, this video is a must-watch.

At Stanley Institute for Comprehensive Dentistry, we offer expert-led courses designed to train the whole doctor—covering everything from diagnosis to advanced treatment planning, efficient practice management and more. Learn cutting-edge, fully digital solutions and workflows that will transform your practice and patient care. With both online and in-person options, our comprehensive programs provide the skills and confidence you need to excel. Don’t miss out—join us today at https://stanleyinstitute.com/courses!

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If you’re not using photography in your dental practice, you’re missing one of the most powerful tools for continual growth and improvement. In this episode of Implants Made Simple, Dr. Robert Stanley, the Smile Engineer, explains why clinical photography is more than just documentation—it’s a feedback loop for every practitioner. You can’t rely on memory alone to recall every detail of every patient, but with consistent photography, you can study, refine, and elevate your work over time.

Whether you’re new to photography in dentistry or looking to take your skills to the next level, this is a reminder of why photos should be a non-negotiable part of your workflow.

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The “standard of care” in dentistry often lands you right in the middle of the bell curve—average. But is average good enough for your patients? In this video, Dr. Robert Stanley, “The Smile Engineer®,” explains why staying in the middle isn’t the goal and how innovation in dental implants continues to drive the profession forward.

Relying on old research and outdated techniques can hold you back. If we want the best outcomes for our patients, we have to push the bell curve up through innovation, continual learning, and evidence-based advancements.

At Stanley Institute for Comprehensive Dentistry, we offer expert-led courses designed to train the whole doctor—covering everything from diagnosis to advanced treatment planning, efficient practice management and more. Learn cutting-edge, fully digital solutions and workflows that will transform your practice and patient care. With both online and in-person options, our comprehensive programs provide the skills and confidence you need to excel. Don’t miss out—join us today at https://stanleyinstitute.com/courses!

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