Contingency, priority, and risk (CPR) protocol: a roadmap for designing successful and long-lasting implant therapy

Area of Science:

• Dental Implantology
• Prosthodontics
• Treatment Planning

Background:

• Implant-supported restorations require meticulous planning to avoid patient discomfort and intraoral damage.
• Clinicians may encounter pre-existing poorly planned cases or contribute to issues through inadequate initial patient assessment.
• A structured approach is essential for effective prosthodontic design in implant dentistry.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce and explain the contingency, priority, and risk (CPR) treatment planning technique.
• To demonstrate how CPR aids in identifying potential complications in implant restoration cases.
• To advocate for a comprehensive planning methodology for successful implant prosthodontics.

Main Methods:

• The study outlines the principles of the contingency, priority, and risk (CPR) treatment planning technique.
• It emphasizes a realistic and comprehensive approach to designing implant-supported prostheses.
• The technique involves proactive problem identification and risk assessment during the planning phase.

Main Results:

• The CPR technique facilitates the identification of potential challenges in implant restoration planning.
• It enables the creation of practical and viable treatment options for complex cases.
• Implementing CPR leads to better-prepared clinicians for designing durable implant restorations.

Conclusions:

• The contingency, priority, and risk (CPR) treatment planning technique offers a systematic method for managing implant restoration cases.
• Adopting CPR enhances a clinician's ability to anticipate and mitigate risks, leading to improved patient outcomes.
• This comprehensive planning strategy is crucial for achieving successful and enduring implant-supported restorations.