Full-Arch, Workflow, and Patient Selection in Dentistry | Ep.158 | Dr. Steven Nelson |

Full-arch growth is not just about implants.

It's about patient selection, workflow efficiency, clinical judgment, and knowing when not to push a case into a fixed solution.

In this episode of Tooth Sleuth, Greg sits down with Dr. Steven Nelson, board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon and founder of Fusion Implant Center, to talk through the real-world dynamics of modern full-arch practice.

They discuss:

The difference between referral-driven and direct-to-consumer full-arch cases

Why patient selection matters more than hype

How digital workflows have changed efficiency in full-arch treatment

Why some patients need a different starting point before full-arch

How Steven balances traditional oral surgery with a dedicated implant center model

What mentorship and resident education look like in today's clinical environment

This conversation gives a grounded look at what it takes to build a modern full-arch model without losing clinical judgment in the process.

Key Takeaways Full-arch treatment is not the answer for every patient