# EPISODE 17: Dr. Safa Tahmasebi | Complications, Customization & Clinical Accountability.

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Published: 2026-02-24T18:55:52+00:00
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## Resource

In Episode 17 of the All In | All-On-X Podcast, Dr. Adam Hogan sits down with prosthodontist and educator Dr. Safa Tahmasebi for a high-level clinical conversation on documentation, surgical decision-making, and the realities of full-arch rehabilitation. This episode moves beyond surface-level technique and into philosophy, preparation, and professional accountability. From balancing family life with a demanding implant career to navigating complications in complex cases, Dr. Tahmasebi shares practical insight grounded in surgical experience and mentorship. A major theme: educational honesty. Not every case is full arch. Complications happen to everyone. The difference is preparation, documentation, and having a backup plan. You’ll hear deep clinical discussion on: The discipline of treating every case as if it will be published Why photography is one of dentistry’s greatest teachers The shift in patient demographics and treatment expectations FP1 vs FP2 debates and case selection criteria The necessity of backup plans in full-arch surgery Pterygoid implants for posterior fixation Zygomatic implant evolution and complication reduction protocols The critical role of model surgery in complex rehabilitation Phonetics, the neutral zone, and prosthetic customization The importance of technicians and collaborative workflows Mentorship and continuous learning in modern implant dentistry Sound bites from this episode: “Not every case is full arch.” “Always have a backup plan.” “Pterygoids are a game changer.” This conversation is essential listening for clinicians placing implants, transitioning into full-arch rehabilitation, or refining advanced surgical protocols involving pterygoids and zygomatics. It’s a candid discussion about complications, preparation, documentation, an…

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