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Robert Vogel, DDS This fast-moving clinical based presentation will provide a step by step approach to diagnosis and treatment of the fully and partially edentulous patient with removable prosthesis including overdentures and implant retained removable partial dentures. Scientifically based tips, tricks and techniques will be presented to assure long-term success with precision, productivity and ideal patient care. Issues discussed will include ideal number and position of implants, attachment selection, prosthesis design and introduction of all new prosthetics components. Recorded - December 3, 2022 -
Pablo Galindo-Moreno, DDS, PhD This presentation will be focused on those surgical factors that are easier and more predictable maxillary sinus floor techniques.How these factors influence the consolidation of the graft used, prevent accidents and complications of these techniques and increase the long-term survival of implants placed in this location will be addressed. The choice of biomaterial suitable for these techniques will be discussed. Recorded - December 1, 2022 -
Joseph Kan, DDS, MS Esthetics immediate tooth replacement, a controversial, yet intriguing treatment concept conceived more than 25 ago. While the concept has evolved over time, numerous debates had been dedicated to its validity. Now, 25 years later, questions remain: Does it maintain gingival esthetics? Does it work as well as implant in healed sites? Is it a viable option after all ? This presentation will focus on pros and cons of esthetics immediate tooth replacement. More importantly, did we validate this procedure from lessons learned by mistakes made over the past 25 years. Recorded - November 12, 2022 -
Luigi Laino, DDS, PhD Antibiotic prophylaxis during implant placement may improve short-term implant survival. The aim of this presentation is to compare the use of antibiotics in dental implant procedures in terms of cost and effectiveness. Recorded - November 8, 2022 -
Guney Yilmaz, DDS, PhD In this presentation, detailed information regarding the surgical use of preferred hard and soft tissue lasers for periodontal treatments and implantology is going to be shared. In order to make effective use of lasers in dentistry, the basic physical principles and technical properties of lasers are going to be highlighted. Subsequently, the basics of using hard and soft tissue lasers in periodontal surgery are going to explained as well as how clinicians can benefit from these devices in implantology will be illustrated using cases. Recorded - October 20, 2022 -
Richard Martin, DDS Collapse of the buccopalatal dimension of an extraction socket in implant dentistry is a known sequela. Multiple ridge preservation techniques to include bone and soft tissue grafting have been utilized over the years, Although these techniques can be successful, loss of buccal contour is a common finding even after 1 year in function. Ultimately this can lead the hygiene compromise and periimplantitis. Partial extraction therapy (PET) (socket shield, pontic shield and root submergence), specifically the socket shield is a technique aimed at addressing this collapse. The success of the procedure is due to intentional retention of small fragment of buccal root attached the bone. This root attachment has been shown to maintain the periodontal ligament (PDL)j and blood supply and as result the thin bundle bone. Utilization if the PET in full arch implant reconstruction has shown to be effective. Recorded - October 18, 2022 -
Shayan Barootchi, DMD Implant therapy has become the standard treatment for replacement of missing teeth. Nonetheless, with its popularity, there has been a rise in aesthetic and biological complications and the emergence of peri-implant diseases. This presentation will focus on the components of the peri-implant phenotype, particularly the implant soft tissue phenotype, and strategies for its augmentation and therefore, modification. The importance of keratinized mucosa on peri-implant health will be reviewed together with the various approaches to regenerate keratinized and attached peri-implant mucosa. Similarly, the key role of tissue thickness for stability and esthetics, as well as surgical approaches and biomaterials for mucosal thickness augmentation, will be discussed. This presentation will also touch upon novel methodologies for assessment and quantification of implant health and disease. Recorded - October 13, 2022 -
Giacomo Oteri, DDS, MD and Matteo Peditto, DDS, PhD, MSc More and more frequently, the oral surgeon uses analogic and digital diagnostic tools and workflows to perform oral and implant surgery procedures Does the use of these technologies always improve the precision of interventions, reducing morbidity and invasiveness? The current advantages and limitations of analogic and / or digital pathways in various clinical applications will be shown. Recorded - October 11, 2022 -
Rand Harlow, DDS Maxillary anterior single tooth implant therapy can be challenging on multiple levels. Patients are becoming more demanding with their esthetic expectations. Achieving optimal esthetic outcomes requires an understanding of hard and soft tissue relationships, digital workflows and dental materials. This presentation will explore multiple considerations from diagnosis and treatment planning to treatment execution, in order to achieve acceptable esthetic results for maxillary implant surgery and restoration. Recorded - September 15, 2022 -
Oliver Ristow, MD, DDS This course will cover the most recent changes in online marketing and provide the components needed to create a comprehensive marketing strategy for both existing practices or start-ups. You will learn the key items to implement, how they work, and how to measure success. In this session we will discuss changes in Google’s algorithm, website optimization, social media, accessibility, and ways you can optimize your website to generate new patients. Recorded - July 20, 2022 -
Reis Cheng-Hsiang Hsu, BDS, MS “PASS” principle (Primary wound closure, angiogenesis, space and stability) is the foundation for achieving predictable bone augmentation. This lecture will cover every aspect of this principle so the participants can predictably achieve the bone augmentation that is needed for proper implant placement and implant stability. The lecture will focus on the detail technique of extreme flap advancement, graft mobilization and the skill of flap closure that can be applied even in the vertical bone augmentation. Recorded - July 14, 2022 -
Michael Miloro, DMD, MD Nerve injuries may occur following dental implant placement but there is no consensus on treatment protocols, and, unfortunately, patient morbidity may be significantly affect quality of life. Proper planning can mitigate the risk of nerve damage, but prompt diagnosis and management is required when nerve injury occurs. Both non-surgical and surgical options exist to treat these injuries, and current technological advances have allowed the use of a processed nerve allograft to repair the nerve with excellent outcomes. Recorded - June 30, 2022 -
Ueli Grunder, DMD Although we all prefer to talk about beautiful successes, it is usually more interesting to talk about complications. Even before a planned implantation in the esthetic zone, there may be problems that require a special intervention. During implant therapy, usually in combination with bone and soft tissue augmentation, undesirable complications can occur, especially in the way of poor healing, and finally, unsatisfactory results are seen after the end of the treatment, which may require re-treatment. In most cases, the complications manifest themselves quantitatively or qualitatively in the soft tissue. In this lecture we will discuss how to deal with certain complications. Unfortunately, only a few examples can be discussed within the scope of this lecture. Recorded - June 21, 2022 -
Haiyang Yu, PhD, DDS In implant surgery, a good linear guiding accuracy can be realized by static template, but it is still less than 1mm. Such accuracy, not as high as expected, can be attributed to the lack of physical measurement during the surgery. Physical measurement is an effective way to manage the implant error within the acceptable limits. Although periodontal probe is wildly used, it is not an appropriate measuring tool for implant surgery which requires accuracy less than 1mm. In order to ensure the implant accuracy, it is necessary to measure and check the crown-root ratio and angle of implants as well as the distance between implants and adjacent teeth by special measuring tools with less-than-1mm accuracy at each interoperative step. This presentation will review the evolution of the guiding methods of implant surgery and the accuracy of these methods, and elaborate on the significance and principle of interoperative physical-measurement through clinical cases. Recorded - May 19, 2022 -
Gustavo Mendonca, DDS, MS, PhD It is critical to position and prepare ourselves with digital workflow in mind to be prepared and up to date with current technology. Digital technology is becoming more affordable in everyday dentistry. Combination of computed tomography and 3D scanning allows more advanced and predictable planning for treatment for implant cases. These advanced tools have great applications in clinical practice. This presentation will discuss steps of digital workflow for implant treatment planning and interim and final restorations utilizing intraoral scanners, CAD/CAM software and Recorded - May 17, 2022 -
Kristie Kapp, RDH This webinar will discuss how to build a productive, profitable business without sacrificing patient and practice relationships. Dental practices which develop a culture shaped by a basic KPI's and team trust, naturally culminate in exceptional patient care, a bonded team, and a more joyous work experience. Recorded - May 3, 2022 -
Rafael Siqueira, DDS, MS, PhD Immediate implant placement is a surgical approach that gained tremendously in popularity and patient acceptance throughout the years. One of the most desirable features of this technique is the potential in optimizing esthetic success by preserving the existing osseous and gingival architecture, with a reduced overall treatment time, invasiveness, and cost. However, unsuccessful treatments can occur if crucial biological principles are not respected. A thorough discussion concerning the bone remodeling process that occurs after tooth extraction and the 3D implant positioning in immediate implants is required. Together, these two factors will dictate the outcome of the peri implant tissue dimensions and architecture by their direct influence and interactions with other essential elements such as periodontal phenotype, loading protocol, abutment/prosthesis design, hard and soft-tissue augmentation. Recorded - April 20, 2022 -
Hsun-Liang Chan, DDS, MS Using the surgical microscope as a routine in the clinic for performing periodontal and implant procedures is beneficial! Increased magnification (10 to 25x) and confocal illumination make possible precise incision, soft tissue reflection and management, complete surface detoxification and detailed suturing. These delicate procedures can lead to improved wound stability and early revascularization, which could improve regenerative outcomes and reduce postoperative morbidity, as shown in the literature. This webinar will focus on the principles and rationale of using the surgical microscope for bone regenerative procedures. New insights into soft tissue evaluation for wound opening risk assessment, incision designs and wound closure techniques for predictable bone regeneration will be discussed. Recorded - April 13, 2022 -
Cory Roletto, MBA This course will cover the most recent changes in online marketing and provide the components needed to create a comprehensive marketing strategy for both existing practices or start-ups. You will learn the key items to implement, how they work, and how to measure success. In this session we will discuss changes in Google’s algorithm, website optimization, social media, accessibility, and ways you can optimize your website to generate new patients. Recorded - March 23, 2022 -
Philippe Khayat, MSD Peri-implantitis is a puzzling and frustrating complication. Sadly, it is becoming more and more frequent. Several senior dental professionals tell us that, for a long time (1985-2005), peri-implantitis was almost absent from their experience. They mention the shift from machined to modified implant surfaces as a possible explanation. In other terms, could moderately rough implant surfaces be a risk factor? The debate is very active and scientific studies do not lead to the same conclusions. We will explore this controversy both from a scientific and clinical perspective and evaluate the need for hybrid implants. Recorded - March 17, 2022
