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Send Orders of Reprints at reprints@benthamscience.net 50 The Open Dentistry Journal, 2014, 8, (Suppl 1-M2) 50-55 1874-2106/14 2014 Bentham Open Open Access A Brief Historical Perspective on Dental Implants, Their Surface Coatings and Treatments Celeste M. Abraham * Texas A and M University Health Science Center, Baylor College of Dentistry, Department of Periodontics, 3302 Gaston Avenue, Room 142, Dallas, Texas, 75246 Abstract: This review highlights a brief, chronological sequence of the history of dental implants. This historical perspec- tive begins with ancient civilizations and spotlights predominant dentists and their contributions to implant development through time. The physical, chemical and biologic properties of various dental implant surfaces and coatings are dis- cussed, and specific surface treatments include an overview of machined implants, etched implants, and sand-blasted im- plants. Dental implant coatings such as hydroxyapatite, fluoride, and statin usage are further reviewed. Keywords: Dental history, implant surface, implants, surface coating. A BRIEF HISTORY OF DENTAL IMPLANTS “There’s Gold (Ivory and Stone) in them thar (Im- plants)”! The history ...