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interview I wifeandourtwochildren.Professionally,Ivaluemy mentors at the University of Minnesota and espe- cially my graduate periodontology program direc- tor, Dr. James Hinrichs. _What is the most satisfying aspect of your prac- tice? I love what I do! We treat every patient like a friendorafamilymember.Ourpatientsbecomepart ofourfamily,andsincewehaveaperiodontalprac- tice, we get to see long-term successful implant therapyoutcomes.Wedoalotofvolunteerworkfor the community and through a programme called “Dentistry from the Heart.” I was able through a generous grant from BIOMET 3i™ to place multiple implants and restore patients’ function and aes- thetics. _Professionally,whatareyoumostproudof? Recently, I was inducted as a Fellow of the Acad- emy of Osseointegration, which is a great honour and recognition. _Whatdoyouthinkisuniqueaboutyourpractice? I am very proud of my great staff that has made our practice an elite practice. Our great relationship with our referring offices has made our office the go-to office in the community. Also, our corporate partners, where I am a consultant for Zimmer Den- tal and lecturer and opinion leader for BIOMET 3i™ makesourpracticeaprogressiveandacutting-edge technology practice. _Whathasbeenyourbiggestchallenge? Balancingbetweenthebusyprofessionallifeand family. Since I am on the faculty at the University of Michigan, I would like to find to more time to spend withthegraduatestudents.Last,continuetoincor- porate new technologies in our office. _What would you have become if you had not becomeadentist? A physician and more specifically, an or- thopaedic surgeon. _Whatisthefutureofimplantsanddentistry? Definitely CAD/CAM restorations. In addition, I would say Zimmer Trabecular Metal implants. Be- cause of their successful long-term history in or- thopaedics, treatment time has been reduced sig- nificantly, and made treatment possible in some of themedicallycompromisedpatientsthatotherwise would not be able to receive implant therapy. _What are your top tips for maintaining a success- fulpractice? First, treat everybody the way you like to be treated. Second, maintain a great communication andrelationwithourreferringofficesandcontinue to grow our study club that allows us to update our referrals on the latest technologies and products. _Whatadvicewouldyougivetobuddingimplantol- ogists? Find a mentor if you are just starting out. Stay within your comfort zone, and always have an exit strategy. I can’t emphasize enough the importance ofdiagnostictoolsandtreatmentplanningandtak- ing more continuing education and hands-on courses. Last, have well-trained staff. _Whatareyourhobbies,andwhatdoyoudoinyour sparetime? Travelwithmywifeandourtwochildren.Iliketo ski, swim, and boat. Editorial note: Reprinted from Implant Practice US Vol- ume7,Number4. Fig. 3_The staff of Periodontal Specialists of Grand Blanc, Clarkston, and Flint, Michigan. Fig. 4_Dr Boutros doing an implant consultation at his office, explaining the benefit of dental implants to a patient. Fig. 5_Dr Boutros and his wife, Gada, in Venice, Italy. I 33implants4_2014 Suheil Michael Boutros,DDS,MS 8185 Holly Road,Suite 19 Grand Blanc,Michigan 48439 Tel.:+1 810 695-6444 smboutros@periodonticsonline.com www.PeriodonticsOnline.com _contact implants Fig. 5Fig. 4 Fig. 3 Tel.:+1810695-6444