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Recorded on January 15th Description: This presentation will focus on the key restorative aspects that are related to the long-term success of implant restorations and peri-implant tissue stability. Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to: 1) Describe the ideal implant positioning in relation to the tooth position and the bone. 2) Explain how to design the implant restoration emergence profile. 3) Select the best restorative material. Gianluca Paniz DDS, MS, PhD Gianluca Paniz achieved his dental degree (DDS) at the University of Padova (Italy) in 2002. He attended TUFTS University (Boston, USA) from 2003 until 2007 and achieved the Certificate of Advanced Education in Prosthodontics, the Master of Science (with a research on the esthetic outcome of different ceramic restorations) and the Certificate of Advanced Education in Esthetic Dentistry. In 2016 achieved the title of Doctor Philosophiae (PhD) at the Univeristat International de Catalunja (Barcelona, Spain) with a research on the periodontal response to different prosthetic margin designs. Gianluca Paniz is Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Prosthodontics and Operative Dentistry at TUFTS University (Boston, USA) and Visiting Professor in the Department of Implantology at the University of Padova (Padova, Italy). Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics, Recognized Specialist of the European Prosthodontic Association (E.P.A.), Founder of the Italian Society of Prosthodontics and Oral Rehabilitation (SIPRO), Active Member of the Italian Academy of Prosthetic Dentistry (AIOP), of the Italian Academy of Osseointegration (IAO) and of the Italian Academy of Aesthetic Dentistry (IAED). Gianluca lectures nationally and internationally. Reviewer for the International Journal of Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry, author or coauthor of several articles and book chapters. Gianluca Paniz practice in his office in Padova and Vicenza, Italy and in Marbella, Spain. Dr. Paniz has indicated that he has no relevant financial relationships to disclose. -
Hakan Özyuvacı, DDS, PhD Nowadays, implant applications to compensate for missing teeth have become very common. As in many cases, we can easily apply implants. Unfortunately, during implant applications, we often encounter hard and soft tissue deficiencies and we apply many different methods to compensate for these deficiencies. Although there are cases where we have performed with advanced surgical techniques and achieved good results, we have pursued alternative treatment methods due to the risk of complications and the prolonged treatment period. In this presentation, current treatment methods preferred to shorten treatment processes and reduce complication risks and the advantages and disadvantages of advanced surgical techniques we have previously applied will be discussed. Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to: 1) Discuss comprehensive implant treatment. 2) Describe how to reduce the risk of complications and treatment processes of advanced surgical techniques. 3) Explain the predictable advantages of alternative treatment methods with fewer angled implants or shortened implant placement. Recorded September 24th -
Carlos Castro, DDS This session will take a comprehensive look at the rationale for development and innovations in implant-supported denture planning and designs. Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to: 1) Discuss the evolution of implant-supported denture design and Its Impact on patient outcomes. 2) Explain biological considerations including osseointegration, tissue response, and long-term health. 3) Describe biomechanical perspectives: load distribution, prosthesis stability, and patient comfort Recorded – October 17, 2024 -
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 -
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 -
Courtney Donkoh, DDS This presentation will familiarize the audience with several types of facial growth patterns, as described in the literature by Dr. Arne Bjork. The audience will learn how to assess mandibular rotation and understand how to differentiate the various types of mandibular rotation, as described in the literature by Dr. Peter Buschang. Along the way, we will discuss interventions that influence mandibular rotation. Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to: 1) Describe the three types of forward mandibular rotation and two types of backward mandibular rotation. 2) Explain the difference between matrix rotation and true rotation of the mandible and describe how to assess both. 3) Identify six interventions that influence mandibular rotation. Recorded – March 19, 2024 -
Irene Marron-Tarrazzi, DMD, MS The successful fabrication and delivery of fixed implant supported prosthesis is dependent upon a systematic interplay between the surgical and prosthetic treatment planning objectives. A paradigm shift has taken place as the Graftless surgical approach has gained credibility. Reduced treatment time, a single stage surgical reconstructions and immediate loading has resulted in a higher degree of case acceptance. Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to: 1) Identify the appropriate number of implants for full arch reconstructions. 2) Discuss the proper distribution of implants for full arch reconstructions. 3) Explain the use of Axial, tilted and zygoma implants for full arch maxillary reconstructions. Recorded - February 10, 2024 -
Irene Marron-Tarrazzi, DMD, MS This webinar will discuss contemporary approaches for minimally invasive and predictable treatment of soft tissue deformities using microsurgical techniques in periodontal and implant surgery. Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to: 1) Explore different surgical techniques where periodontal microsurgical principles can be applied. 2) Describe what the adequate amount of soft tissue management and gingival volume required for peri-implant esthetics. 3) Explain the key factors for a successful outcome. Recorded - January 20, 2024 -
Lambert Stumpel, DDS The restorative materials that are used for all on four implant fixed prosthesis vary between PMMA, composite, translucent and high strength Zirconia. Most need internal reinforcement to function successfully in the oral environment. Historically support consisted of a cast gold bar, in recent years CAD/CAM milled titanium has been popularized. Today yet another support system has been developed. It allows the fabrication of a metal bar in about 20-30 minutes, at a fraction of the cost of current CAD/CAM bars. This presentation will show how a prefabricated modular system, when combined with modern printing and milling techniques, allows the fabrication of a final prosthesis near time of implant placement. Recorded – February 25, 2023 -
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
