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Dr. Paul Homoly, CSP Successful high-dollar case acceptance requires fresh thinking. Relying on worn-out case presentation techniques inconsistently provides the outcomes you hope for. Mastering High-Dollar Case Acceptance reveals the nuances among complex care patients that, when discovered and discussed, give patients the experience of being understood. For most patients, complex dentistry represents a significant lifestyle passage that dentists and teams must be aware of and acknowledge. For patients, complex dentistry is personal; they want it to be personal to us too. Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to: 1) Identify the behavioral distinctions between modest versus complex care patients. 2) Recognizing patients’ readiness for complex care. 3) Presenting complex care without overwhelming patients or losing them to sticker shock. Recorded – Apirl 17, 2024 -
Recorded on April 8th, 2026 Description: Managing alveolar bone defects remains a complex therapeutic challenge. Bone graft surgery often has high rates of reintervention, leading to increased healthcare costs. Despite progress in technical and clinical aspects over recent years, various factors such as the patient's age, comorbidities, systemic illnesses, defect location, and the surgeon's experience can affect clinical outcomes. Over the past 20 years, there has been a major advance in three-dimensional (3D) printing. This innovative technology allows for creating final parts directly from 3D model data through a layer-by-layer process. It has significantly impacted bone defect treatment by enabling the production of custom therapies with highly porous, 3D-printed implants specifically designed for each patient's needs. The main goal of this conference is to showcase significant progress in developing bone scaffolds through additive manufacturing methods. These scaffolds are essential in offering environmentally sustainable solutions for various medical and dental applications. Specifically, the treatment of alveolar ridge deficiency with 3 to 4 years of follow-up will be presented and discussed based on the current knowledge and limitations of bone graft reconstructions. Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to: 1) Identify explicit methods of treatment planning and coordination between team members. 2) Select and design prostheses for complex treatment scenarios. 3) Discuss tangible methods of communication and involvement with the dental laboratory. Jamil Shibli, DDS, MS, PhD Jamil Shibli is a Professor in the Faculty of Dentistry and serves as the Director of the Department of Periodontology and Oral Implantology at the Dental Research Division of Guarulhos University and Faculdades Israelitas Albert Einstein in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Professor Shibli's research focuses on evaluating therapeutics for peri-implant infections and regenerating atrophic jaws with tissue engineering / 3-D printing technology. Dr. Shibli conducts transdisciplinary randomized clinical trials in collaboration with expert teams from local and international backgrounds. He is the author of numerous book chapters, and his manuscripts have been published in peer-reviewed dentistry and medical publications. Dr. Shibli has indicated the following relevant financial information to disclose: Plenum Bioengenharia: received honorarium, employed/consulted, speaker, performed research ITI Straumann: performed research Relevant literature for further information: Ivanovski S, Staples R, Arora H, Vaquette C, Alayan J. Alveolar bone regeneration using a 3D-printed patient-specific resorbable scaffold for dental implant placement: A case report. Clin Oral Implants Res. 2024 Dec;35(12):1655-1668. doi: 10.1111/clr.14340. Epub 2024 Aug 7. Shibli JA, Nagay BE, Suárez LJ, Urdániga Hung C, Bertolini M, Barão VAR, Souza JGS. Bone Tissue Engineering Using Osteogenic Cells: From the Bench to the Clinical Application. Tissue Eng Part C Methods. 2022 May;28(5):179-192. doi: 10.1089/ten.TEC.2022.0021. Latimer JM, Maekawa S, Yao Y, Wu DT, Chen M, Giannobile WV. Regenerative Medicine Technologies to Treat Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Defects. Front Bioeng Biotechnol. 2021 Aug 6;9:704048. doi: 10.3389/fbioe.2021.704048. -
Recorded on May 21st, 2025 Description: Utilizing implant rehabilitation in treating patients with terminal dentition has been an optimal treatment modality in modern dental clinics with numerous scientific support. However, the most favorable survival/success outcome and longevity in such treatment remain challenging due to the complexity of which requiring intellectual knowledge and meticulous clinical execution. To begin with, the diagnosis, treatment plan, surgical intervention and fabrication of definitive prosthesis relies on comprehensive and fundamental prosthetic knowledge. Digital dental equipment, software and biomaterials were introduced in dentistry to reduce the pitfalls clinicians frequently encounter in the conventional world. Nevertheless, the integration of modern dental technologies providing top-quality end results of full mouth implant prosthesis will require understanding and in-depth knowledge for all perspectives. Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to: 1) Discuss interdisciplinary treatment planning workflow. 2) Navigate full digital implant protocols including the “NaviSmile Workflow”. 3) Explain the current limitations and latest invention of digital application for digital full arch definitive prosthesis. Selene Kuo, DDS, MS Dr. Selene (Hsin Yu) Kuo received her dual degrees in prosthodontics from Kaohsiung Medical University College of Dentistry (Taiwan) and Columbia University College of Dental Medicine (New York, USA). She then continued her academic appointment as clinical assistant professor in New York University College of Dentistry, Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, and Taipei Medical University College of Dentistry. With her profound prosthodontic-implant knowledge and clinical experience, her vision in digital implant dentistry drives her developed the innovative digital workflow “NaviSmile” featuring full mouth implant rehabilitation. “NaviSmile” workflow which incorporates the “era-breaking” dental navigation machine along with dental CAD/CAM equipment and software which precisely brings back patients’ health and smile. Dr. Kuo devotes herself in academia published numerous publications related to digital dentistry and has been lectured nationally/internationally. She also runs her private practice in Taipei City focusing on digital prosthodontics and dental implants. Dr. Kuo has stated she has no relevant financial conflicts to disclose. Relevant literature for further information: Martins J, Rangel J, de Araújo Nobre M, Ferro A, Nunes M, Almeida R, Moura Guedes C. A New Full Digital Workflow for Fixed Prosthetic Rehabilitation of Full-Arch Edentulism Using the All-on-4 Concept. Medicina (Kaunas). 2024 Apr 26;60(5):720. doi: 10.3390/medicina60050720. PMID: 38792903; PMCID: PMC11123051. Shuo Yao, Xiaojuan Yang, Xiaohui Han, Yanning Xue, Lingyun He, Dong Fang, LianPin Yu, Yali Hou, Shengyun Huang Immediate full-arch rehabilitation of edentulous jaws on 4 or 6 implants using a photogrammetry system: A retrospective study up to 2 years of follow-up, Journal of Stomatology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 2024, 102202, ISSN 2468-7855, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jormas.2024.102202. (https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2468785524004919) Serri, M., Ruggiero, G., Serri, M., Mastrosimone, A., Zarone, F., & Sorrentino, R. (2024). A fully-digital rehabilitation for immediately loaded fixed in-terim complete-arch prosthesis: A case report. Journal of Osseointegration, 16(3), 8–14. https://doi.org/10.23805/JO.2024.661 -
Recorded on February 18th, 2025 Description: The goal of modern implant therapy in aesthetic areas is no longer represented just by the successful integration of the implant or tooth restoration. The final result must be a restoration surrounded by a soft and hard tissue environment in harmony with the existing teeth. Gingival health is among the first fundamental esthetic objectives during treatment planning; it is also essential to consider gingival morphology and contour. The ideal gingival architecture has been described as one that consists of knife-edged gingival margins tightly adapted to the teeth, interdental grooves, and cone-shaped inter- dental papilla. Soft tissue grafting procedures are increasingly performed for a number of indications in conjunction with dental implant therapy. The presentation will identify the role of gingival form in esthetic dentistry. A new volume stable collagen matrix will be presented analyzing research data and clinical indications. The surgical protocol in peri-implant soft tissues management and periodontal plastic surgery will be presented. Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to: 1) Identify methods of treatment planning for soft tissues management. 2) Describe proper surgical technique in peri-implant soft tissues management. 3) Recognize the best surgical technique for soft tissues harvesting. Mario Beretta, DDS, MSc, PhD Mario Beretta graduated with a degree in Dentistry and Dental Prosthetics at the University of Milan in 1999, specializing in Oral Surgery and received his PhD in Oral Implantology and Complex Rehabilitation in 2003, also at the University of Milan. He currently serves as Associate Professor in Oral Surgery at the School of Dentistry at the University of Milan and is Associate Professor in Oral Surgery in the Grad School at the University of Milan. Dr. Beretta is the author of several scientific publications and co-author of books concerning implants and bone augmentation. He is a speaker at many national and international congresses. Dr. Beretta has indicated he has no relevant financial relationships to disclose. Relevant literature for further information: Beretta M, Poli PP, Pieriboni S, Tansella S, Manfredini M, Cicciù M, Maiorana C. Peri-Implant Soft Tissue Conditioning by Means of Customized Healing Abutment: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial. Materials. 2019; 12(18):3041. https://doi.org/10.3390/ma1218304 avelli L, Barootchi S, Avila-Ortiz G, Urban IA, Giannobile WV, Wang HL. Peri-implant soft tissue phenotype modification and its impact on peri-implant health: A systematic review and network meta-analysis. J Periodontol. 2021;92:21–44. https://doi.org/10.1002/JPER.19-0716 tefanini M, Marzadori M, Sangiorgi M, Rendon A, Testori T, Zucchelli G. Complications and treatment errors in peri-implant soft tissue management. Periodontol 2000. 2023;92:263-277. doi: 10.1111/prd.12470 -
Recorded on April 10th, 2025 Description: Peri-implantitis has been receiving attention following recent studies that showed that it is highly prevalent and difficult to manage. This lecture will provide the latest evidence-based information on peri-implant diseases with emphasis on the role that titanium particle release has in destructive bone inflammation around implants. Strategies for prevention and mitigation will be presented through clinical cases. Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to: 1) Identify explicit methods of peri-implant evaluation. 2) Explain the role of titanium particles around implants. 3) Discuss the etiology of peri-implantitis. Georgios Kotsakis, DDS, MS Dr. George Kotsakis is a Professor & Assistant Dean for Clinical Research at the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. He is a dual trained clinician scientist and Board Certified Periodontist. At Rutgers he is the Director of Research leading the NIH-funded Clinical Research Center conducting research on the biological mechanisms underlying peri-implant bone loss and developing novel treatments for dental and biomedical implants. Dr. Kotsakis has published over 100 peer-reviewed scientific articles and textbook chapters with more than 30,000 citations of his work. He is one of the few Dental researchers to have been published in prestigious medical publications, such as the Lancet and PNAS. He has been the recipient of multiple career and research awards from the American Academy of Periodontology, the Academy of Periodontology Foundation and other organizations. Additionally, he serves as an Associate Editor for the Journal of Periodontology and CIDRR. Dr. Kotsakis has indicated the following relevant financial relationships to disclose: Speaker and received honoraria: Osteogenics, Novabone Received honoraria: Datum Dental Performed research: Osteogenics, Novabone, Datum Dental, Dentsply, MIS, Stellalife, ITI, Waterpik -
Prof. Dr. Tobias Fretwurst What if our therapies were as precise as Netflix recommendations? What sounds like the future is becoming increasingly commonplace in many areas of medicine. In this talk, Dr. Fretwurst will explain in simple terms what is meant by precision medicine and discuss its immense potential. Then he will showcase how his work group is already making use of this so-called personalized medicine in the field of implant dentistry. How can precision medicine be applied, for example, in grafting surgery? Can it revolutionize peri-implantitis diagnosis? What are the current limitations? Recorded - July 12, 2023 -
Sam Shamardi, DMD This course will provide an overview of several essential factors that a dental professional needs to succeed as an individual and practice owner from graduation day to retirement. Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to: 1) Identify best options for student loan repayment. 2) Explain why saving from day one is essential. 3) Describe important lifestyle and work habits that need to be considered for long term success. Recorded – March 26, 2024 -
Junying Li, DDS, MS, PhD Prosthetic design is a crucial factor influencing the long-term success of implant treatments. This lecture will explore essential prosthetic considerations, with a focus on trans-mucosal contour design and its relationship to surgical techniques, abutment selection, and the restoration process. A clinical decision tree and cases utilizing a fully digital approach will be demonstrated. Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to: 1) Identify the types of single implant abutment. 2) Design an implant crown contour that is both biologically sound and aesthetically correct. 3) Describe the process of immediate single implant loading with digitally pre-fabricated implant crown. Recorded September 18th -
Previously recorded Description: Achieving long-term success in complex restorative dentistry requires a foundation of periodontal health. This presentation will review the critical synergy between prosthodontics and periodontics, demonstrating how interdisciplinary collaboration is essential for functional and aesthetic results. Using clinical case examples, will be illustrated the management of challenging scenarios, including anterior implant restorations and the sequencing of surgical and restorative interventions. Attendees will review how to optimize communication between specialists to manage biologic principles and stable results. Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to: 1) Identify key risk factors that need an interdisciplinary perio-prosthetic treatment plan. 2) Explain the rationale of treatment sequencing for complex cases. 3) Describe clinical techniques for managing the soft-tissue-prosthetic interface. Alvaro Blasi, DDS, CDT, PhD Alvaro Blasi, DDS, CDT, is an American Board-Certified Prosthodontist and a Certified Dental Technician. He graduated from the prosthodontics program at Augusta University. He was selected for a 1-year Esthetic and Implant Fellowship at the Goldstein Center at Augusta University. He received his dental degree from the International University of Catalonia in Barcelona, Spain. He is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Augusta University Dental College of Georgia in the Oral Rehabilitation Department and Faculty at the International University of Catalonia in Barcelona, Spain. He is editor in chief of Quintessence tecnica dental journal. He has published several articles in international journals on topics of interdisciplinary treatments, esthetics and implants. Dr. Blasi lectures at a national and international level in the field of Prosthodontics. His main areas of interest are perio-ortho-pros treatments, esthetics and occlusion and implant restorations. He maintains a private practice in Barcelona Spain, at Blasi Clinic. Gonzalo Blasi-Beriain, DDS, MS, PhD Dr. Gonzalo Blasi is a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. He graduated from dental school at the International University of Catalonia and later earned a Ph.D. from the same institution in 2024. He expanded his expertise by obtaining a certificate in periodontology and implant dentistry, along with a Master of Science in oral biology, from the University of Maryland Baltimore School of Dentistry. Continuing his postgraduate education at UMB, Dr. Blasi completed a Fellowship in the Implant Prosthodontics Program. His academic excellence was recognized in 2016 when he received the prestigious Richard Lazzara Fellowship Award from the American Academy of Periodontology Foundation. Currently, Dr. Blasi serves as a visiting professor in the Department of Periodontics at UMB and as a program co-director at UIC. He also maintains a private practice in Barcelona at BLASI Dental Clinic. Dr. Blasi has disclosed the following financial relationships: Speaker, Honoraria - BioHorizons Relevant literature for further information: Ricardo Palacios-Bañuelos, María José Zilleruelo-Pozo, Ludovica Oreglia, Lory Abrahamian, Alvaro Blasi, Prosthetic and soft tissue considerations around anterior maxillary implants, Dentistry Review, Volume 4, Issue 2. -
Nermin Tarhan, MS Personalized medicine requires individual risk assessment as an integral part of the diagnostic, therapeutic, and prognostic processes. Despite categoric evaluation of most medical diseases/disorders, it is crucial to evaluate each patient individually. Peri-implantitis is one of the important complications of dental implant treatments and in many cases management of peri-implantitis can be quite challenging for dental professionals. Thus, prevention of peri-implantitis is suggested to be of utmost importance. Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to: 1) Describe personalized medicine, and individual risk assessment. 2) Explain the challenge and complexity of successful management of peri-implantitis. 3) Identify the essential elements of risk assessment for prevention of peri-implantitis. Record on November 20th
