--- title: LifeSmiles | Ramsey Amin, DDS, FAAID, DABOI/ID description: "Dr. Amin maintains an implant and restorative dentistry practice in Burbank, California. He also performs all implant related procedures, such as bone replacement, grafting, and complex dental reconstructions including zygomatic implants and nerve repositioning. \n\nHe is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry (ABOI/ID). Since 1969, fewer than 500 dentists in the United States have passed this rigorous Board Certification process. This honorable title makes him extremely well qualified in all dental implant and bone grafting procedures. This is implant dentistry’s “Hall of Fame.”\n\nAs a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology, Fellow of the International College of Oral Implantologists, and Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, he attends all of the major yearly national implant meetings. This allows him to remain current on all the new research and constant advances in dentistry." --- [![AAID Credentialed Dentists](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/hubfs/AAID_March2018%20Theme/images/logo_bw-desktop.png)](https://www.aaid-implant.org) [Menu](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/author/ramsey-amin-dds-faaid-daboi-id#tm-mobile) - [Dental Implants](https://www.aaid-implant.org/what-are-dental-implants/) - [Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Dental Implants](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/everythingyoueverwantedtoknowaboutdentalimplants) - [Who Can Benefit?](https://www.aaid-implant.org/what-are-dental-implants/who-can-benefit/) - [What to Expect](https://www.aaid-implant.org/what-are-dental-implants/what-to-expect/) - [Types of Implants & Techniques](https://www.aaid-implant.org/what-are-dental-implants/types-of-implants-and-techniques/) - [Implants vs. Dentures & Bridges](https://www.aaid-implant.org/what-are-dental-implants/implants-vs-dentures-and-bridges/) - [Common reasons individuals need implants](https://www.aaid-implant.org/what-are-dental-implants/implants-vs-dentures-and-bridges/) - [AAID Credentials](https://www.aaid-implant.org/expertise-you-can-trust/) - [Training, Experience & Credentials](https://www.aaid-implant.org/expertise-you-can-trust/training-experience-and-credentials/) - [3 Reasons to Choose an AAID-Credentialed Dentist](https://aaid-implant.org/expertise-you-can-trust/three-reasons-to-choose-an-aaid-credentialed-dentist/) - [What Patients Say](https://www.aaid-implant.org/category/what-patients-say/) - [Answers from AAID-Credentialed Dentists](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/answers-from-aaid-credentialed-dentists) - [Value and Cost](https://www.aaid-implant.org/value-and-cost/) - [Find an Implant Dentist](https://www.aaid-implant.org/find-an-implant-dentist/) [Find an Implant Dentist](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/find-an-implant-dentist/) - - - - - - [FAQs](https://www.aaid-implant.org/faqs/) - [LifeSmiles Blog](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/) - [American Academy of Implant Dentistry](http://aaid.com/) - - - - - [![AAID Credentialed Dentists](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/hubfs/AAID_March2018%20Theme/images/logo_bw-desktop.png)](https://www.aaid-implant.org) - [Dental Implants How They Work](https://www.aaid-implant.org/what-are-dental-implants/) - [Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Dental Implants](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/everythingyoueverwantedtoknowaboutdentalimplants) - [Who Can Benefit?](https://www.aaid-implant.org/what-are-dental-implants/who-can-benefit/) - [What to Expect](https://www.aaid-implant.org/what-are-dental-implants/what-to-expect/) - [Types of Implants & Techniques](https://www.aaid-implant.org/what-are-dental-implants/types-of-implants-and-techniques/) - [Implants vs. Dentures & Bridges](https://www.aaid-implant.org/what-are-dental-implants/implants-vs-dentures-and-bridges/) - [Common reasons individuals need implants](https://www.aaid-implant.org/what-are-dental-implants/implants-vs-dentures-and-bridges/) - [AAID Credentials Why They Matter](https://www.aaid-implant.org/expertise-you-can-trust/) - [Training, Experience & Credentials](https://www.aaid-implant.org/expertise-you-can-trust/training-experience-and-credentials/) - [3 Reasons to Choose an AAID-Credentialed Dentist](https://aaid-implant.org/expertise-you-can-trust/three-reasons-to-choose-an-aaid-credentialed-dentist/) - [What Patients Say](https://www.aaid-implant.org/category/what-patients-say/) - [Answers from AAID-Credentialed Dentists](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/answers-from-aaid-credentialed-dentists) - [Value and Cost What You Should Know](https://www.aaid-implant.org/value-and-cost/) - [Are you a Candidate for Dental Implants?](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/everythingyoueverwantedtoknowaboutdentalimplants) - [Dental Implants Resources](https://aaid-implant.org/dental-implant-resources/) - [Find an Implant Dentist](https://www.aaid-implant.org/find-an-implant-dentist/) [Find an Implant Dentist](https://www.aaid-implant.org/find-an-implant-dentist/) # ![LifeSmiles](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/hubfs/Logos/LifeSmiles_white550px.png) ### Recent Posts ## [All-On-4 Dental Implant Problems And Complications](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/all-on-4-dental-implant-problems-and-complications) March 26, 2026 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Combination zygomatic, pterygoid and nasal dental implant x-ray. ](https://burbankdentalimplants.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/zygomatic-pterygoid-implants-x-ray-1024x506.jpg)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/all-on-4-dental-implant-problems-and-complications) *"I feel like it is my responsibility to make sure there is good information on the positives and negatives of All-on-4 dental implants and All-on-6. These are meant to inform you, not to alert you."* *          Ramsey Amin [DDS, FAAID, DABOI/ID](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/author/ramsey-amin-dds-faaid-daboi-id)* [Read More](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/all-on-4-dental-implant-problems-and-complications) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/all-on-4-dental-implant-problems-and-complications#comments-listing) Topics: [dental implant process](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/dental-implant-process), [Dental implant procedure](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/dental-implant-procedure), [All-on-4](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/all-on-4) ## [Can Breast Cancer Patients Get Dental Implants?](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/chemotherapy-and-dental-implants-can-cancer-patients-get-dental-implants-special-emphasis-on-breast-cancer) April 19, 2024 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/hubfs/Can%20Breast%20Cancer%20Patients%20Get%20Dental%20Implants%20-%20Blog%20Banner.png)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/chemotherapy-and-dental-implants-can-cancer-patients-get-dental-implants-special-emphasis-on-breast-cancer) As a cancer survivor, replacing any teeth you lost before, during, or after treatment can be an important part of regaining your health and quality of life. For many patients, dental implants are an excellent option – but the process requires some special considerations for cancer patients (i.e., is it possible for chemotherapy and dental implants to happen during the same time period?). [Read More](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/chemotherapy-and-dental-implants-can-cancer-patients-get-dental-implants-special-emphasis-on-breast-cancer) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/chemotherapy-and-dental-implants-can-cancer-patients-get-dental-implants-special-emphasis-on-breast-cancer#comments-listing) Topics: [what to know about implants](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/what-to-know-about-implants), [health connection](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/health-connection), [Dental Implant Journey](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/dental-implant-journey), [Implant Complications](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/implant-complications) ## [Dental Implants Without Bone: What Are My Options?](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/dental-implants-bone-loss) June 14, 2021 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Dental Implants Without Bone: What Are My Options?](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/hubfs/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3823489-1.jpeg)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/dental-implants-bone-loss) Have you been told that you don’t have enough bone for dental implants or that dentures are your only option? Some people may stop their research at this point, but there are some revolutionary procedures made for patients just like you. First, it’s vital to do your due diligence and [find a dentist](https://www.aaid-implant.org/find-an-implant-dentist/) with extensive expertise, training and experience beyond basic dental implant education. Dental implants are not one size fits all – they are complex, sophisticated devices requiring specialized training to fit and place properly. At my practice, I treat patients with the *most severe* bone loss and have the experience and surgical skills to provide these procedures. [Read More](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/dental-implants-bone-loss) 23 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/dental-implants-bone-loss#comments-listing) Topics: [Getting started with dental implants](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/getting-started-with-dental-implants), [what to know about implants](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/what-to-know-about-implants), [Dental implant procedure](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/dental-implant-procedure) ## [An Alternative for Severe Bone Loss of the Upper Jaw](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/zygomatic-dental-implants) May 5, 2020 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Zygomatic Dental Implants](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/hubfs/Blog/Blog%20Images/Dentist%20looking%20at%20an%20x-ray%20with%20a%20patient.jpeg)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/zygomatic-dental-implants) Many patients who have significant bone loss in their upper jaw are told by their dentist that they don’t have enough bone for dental implants. Sometimes their bone has even dissolved under their nose. While this may pose difficulties for some dentists, when you're working with an AAID dentist who has the extensive education, training and experience required to make sure your dental implant procedure is a success, they will be knowledgeable about alternative solutions, such as zygomatic implants.  [Read More](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/zygomatic-dental-implants) 8 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/zygomatic-dental-implants#comments-listing) Topics: [Getting started with dental implants](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/getting-started-with-dental-implants), [what to know about implants](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/what-to-know-about-implants), [Dental implant procedure](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/dental-implant-procedure) [All posts](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/all) ## About LifeSmiles The LifeSmiles blog empowers individuals struggling with dental problems to find reliable, practical information and advice on dental implants and how to find a qualified implant expert. Our goal is to ensure that quality care and peace of mind is available to every dental implant patient. ### Learn more about... - [what to know about implants (35)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/what-to-know-about-implants) - [Dental implant procedure (23)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/dental-implant-procedure) - [overall health (23)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/overall-health) - [Getting started with dental implants (22)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/getting-started-with-dental-implants) - [dental implant process (18)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/dental-implant-process) - [health connection (15)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/health-connection) - [Choosing an implant dentist (14)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/choosing-an-implant-dentist) - [FAQs (10)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/faqs) - [Board Certified Implant Dentist (8)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/board-certified-implant-dentist) - [Credentialed Implant Dentist (8)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/credentialed-implant-dentist) - [dental implant research (7)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/dental-implant-research) - [Dental Implant Journey (6)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/dental-implant-journey) - [Bone Loss (5)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/bone-loss) - [Dental Implant Awareness Month (4)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/dental-implant-awareness-month) - [Implant Complications (4)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/implant-complications) - [Replacement Techniques (4)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/replacement-techniques) - [timeline for implants (4)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/timeline-for-implants) - [All-on-4 (2)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/all-on-4) - [COVID-19 (2)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/covid-19) - [mini dental implants (2)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/mini-dental-implants) - [Dental Implant Trends (1)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/dental-implant-trends) - [Dental anxiety (1)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/dental-anxiety) - [Dental costs (1)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/dental-costs) - [Gum disease (1)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/gum-disease) - [Immediate Implants (1)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/immediate-implants) - [Implant-Retained Dentures (1)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/implant-retained-dentures) - [Implantology (1)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/implantology) - [Magnetic Click-On Implants (1)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/magnetic-click-on-implants) - [Osteoporosis (1)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/osteoporosis) - [TMJ (1)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/tmj) - [Tooth Extraction (1)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/tooth-extraction) - [diabetes (1)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/diabetes) - [orthodontics (1)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/tag/orthodontics) see all ### Explore by most recent: - [Home](https://www.aaid-implant.org/) - [Dental Implants: How They Work](https://www.aaid-implant.org/dental-implants/what-are-dental-implants/) - [AAID Credentials: Why They Matter](https://www.aaid-implant.org/aaid-credentials/expertise-you-can-trust/) - [Value & Cost: What You Should Know](https://www.aaid-implant.org/value-and-cost/) - [Find an Implant Dentist](https://www.aaid-implant.org/find-an-implant-dentist/) - [Terms of Use](https://www.aaid-implant.org/terms-of-use/) - [Sitemap](https://www.aaid-implant.org/site-map/) - [Search](https://www.aaid-implant.org/search/) - [![](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/hubfs/AAID_March2018%20Theme/images/spain.png)](https://aaid-implant-design.idevdesign.net/Spanish/) - [![](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/hubfs/AAID_March2018%20Theme/images/japan.png)](https://aaid-implant-design.idevdesign.net/Japanese/) - [![](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/hubfs/AAID_March2018%20Theme/images/skorea.png)](https://aaid-implant-design.idevdesign.net/Korean/) ### [Dental-Wise: FAQs](https://www.aaid-implant.org/faqs/) [Ask a Dental Implant Expert](https://www.aaid-implant.org/faqs/) [Read More](https://www.aaid-implant.org/faqs/) [LifeSmiles ![News](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/hubfs/AAID_March2018%20Theme/images/Story_LifeSmiles-3_300x300.jpg)](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/) [Read More](https://connect.aaid-implant.org/blog/) ### American Academy of Implant Dentistry [www.aaid.com](http://www.aaid.com) 300 S. 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