These educators are nationally and internationally renowned for their influence in enhancing implant education through extensive clinical experiences and diverse backgrounds.

THIS COURSE IS PART 2 OF A TWO-PART SERIES.
You may register for PART 1 here: THE FIRST ANNUAL OSSEO UNIVERSITY SUMMIT at the GNYDM: Revolutionary Implant Design Unveiled - PART 1

Program: 

Microscopic Management of Alveolar Bone Defects in Fresh Socket Implants with Dr. Enrique Merino, Spain
When a single tooth cannot be saved and must be extracted, modern implants design can obtain immediate stability and offers esthetics and function to the patient the same day of the tooth extraction. In order to have success in immediate implantology, the clinician must have the scientific knowledge about the best technique, strategy and regeneration material for a particular alveolar bone defect encountered; and the surgical skills on the use of the latest technologies in order to offer the best available treatment option to their patients. The possible alveolar bone defects the clinician could face are fenestration, dehiscence, infrabony and combined bone defects. When these defects are presented in esthetic areas, to choose the correct treatment is critical in order to get a good final result. The operative microscope allows one to perform a minimal invasive surgery, speed up the healing process and diminish post-op discomfort. Additionally, it allows for the correct implant positioning, the regeneration of the alveolar bone defects and the use of soft tissue grafts in a non traumatic and flapless fashion. For both inexperienced and advanced clinicians, all possible treatment options in fresh socket implants under the microscope are presented in detail.

At the conclusion, participants will:

• recognize the importance of the use of the microscope in immediate implantology.
• identify the different alveolar bone defects that can be faced after the extraction of the tooth
• discover the benefits of using adequate techniques, regeneration materials and strategies, in order to increase the benefits and decrease the risks of performing immediate implantology in esthetic areas.
• decide when submerged or transmucosal implant, with or without bone or soft tissue graft can be performed in order to get a optimal treatment final result.

Contemporary Concepts in Tooth Replacement: Paradigm Shift with Dr. Dwaye Karateew, Canada The principle focus of implant dentistry has changed significantly from the era of ‘Anatomically driven implant placement’ to the current practice of ‘Restoration driven implant placement’. When we now look at the failing dentition in the aesthetic zone we now must immediately consider conversion to implants. We are continually seeking greater control of the peri-implant tissues and ultimately the aesthetics of the restoration. A new paradigm shift, “Tissue Care Concept” along with advances in implant surface engineering and implant/abutment designs allow us to consider immediate implant replacement, especially in the aesthetic zone, where preservation of hard and soft tissue is of paramount importance in order follow the principles of aesthetics by maintaining the elements which are already there.

This program will enhance your implant practice by addressing the following:

• a review of ‘where we have been’ with implant dentistry
• lay the basis for an understanding of where we are now
• provide an bio-mechanical understanding for the current trend in immediate implant replacement
• formulate a scientific basis for pushing the envelope of immediate implant placement and immediate non-functional loading of the implant
• discuss the “Tissue Care Concept”

This multimedia presentation, incorporating video, animations, computerized graphics and clinical images is a detailed course for generalists and specialists including their respective support staff. It will help them broaden their understanding in the philosophy and science behind the new and exciting horizons currently being investigated.

Balancing the Art, Science, & Business of Dentistry with Dr. Jeffery Hoos, USA The challenge for the dentist is provide for the patient a functional, comfortable prosthesis. The ultimate dental failure of loosing all a persons teeth can be the ultimate challenge. How can we take this challenge and make it a positive and productive experience? Innovative denture methods and implant dentistry can change the denture patient into a dental patient.

Educational Objectives:

• Simplify the fabrication of Dentures
• Understanding the role of Dentures in the world of implants
• Dentures: Why are they so important in my implant “supported” practice