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Implant Prosthetics: From Diagnosis to Delivery

Speaker: Dr. Glenn L. Gittelson » Know more

Topics covered in this one day presentation included:

• The proper thought process to follow when diagnosing and treatment planning an implant reconstruction, from single tooth to full arch type cases.
• How implant reconstructions fail, and how to avoid their failure.
• The significance of diagnostic wax ups, Cat Scans and surgical implant placement guides.
• The difference between how implants vs. natural teeth respond to occlusal forces.
• Step by step procedures (from impression to delivery) for fabricating an implant supported, fixed for cement prosthesis from single tooth to full arch type cases.
• Proper occlusal adjustments from single tooth to full arch type cases. How to create an" implant protective occlusal scheme."
• Proper use of a semi-adjustable articulator and face bow and why it is so important to use one.
• The significance of centric relation, from a diagnostic and reconstructive point of view.
• Principles of progressive bone loading
• Esthetics- How to make the final prosthesis look natural.
• Post-op care. The first year is critical.
• Detailed clinical case presentations demonstrating all of the above topics.
• How to choose an implant system based on science
• Fees- How to determine a proper fee per individual case.

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Contemporary Concepts in Bone Grafting for Implant Dentistry

Speaker: Dr. Joel Rosenlicht » Know more

This one-day presentation covered:

• Concepts of block grafting: Autogenous vs. Allogenic Graft Material
• Use of Platelet Rich Plasma Enhancing Bone and Soft Tissue healing
• Sinus Augmentation and Intrusion
• Avoiding Surgical Complication of Bone Grafting

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Anterior Implant Esthetics: The Ortho-Perio-Restorative Connection

Speaker: Dr. Joseph Kan » Know more

Course Synopsis

Achieving anterior implant esthetics is a challenging and demanding procedure. To create implant restorations with harmonious gingival contour that emulate nature is a fusion of science and art. Understanding the biologic and physiologic limitations of the soft and hard tissue will facilitate predictability in simple to complex esthetic situations.

This 1-day presentation focused on current implant treatment philosophies and methodologies for replacing currently missing teeth and the management of patients who will be losing a tooth or teeth in the esthetic zone. Equal emphasis was placed on the diagnosis and treatment planning, surgical and prosthetic management of soft and hard tissue for optimal anterior implant esthetics.