This program is designed to not only teach the basic concepts of implant restoration, but to also emphasize esthetic/restorative-driven implant treatment planning, integration of biologic principles, technology, clinical techniques, restorative options, implant designs, laboratory support and esthetic risk assessment. Choice of implant size and form will be considered with direct reference to the fabrication of esthetic restorations. Effective communication of implant positions through the templates will be described, along with site enhancement options. The use of cement and screw-retained provisional restorations designed to support and contour soft tissue will be demonstrated. Techniques and criteria for immediate loading will be reviewed. Abutment options relating to ceramic-metal, all-ceramic restorative choices and alternative loading protocols will be discussed. The final portion of the course will focus on presenting cases to patients and how to set up an implant fee schedule.
The course will address single unit and short-span bridge implant restorations. Participants will be able to integrate the concepts covered during the program into their next implant case. Specific step-by-step protocols, flow charts and check lists will give each participant a tremendous clinical reference that is both easy to follow and geared for the full-time general dentist. At the completion of this two-day course, the practitioner will have a comprehensive knowledge base of dental implant esthetic restorative procedures.
Practitioners who have had limited experience or success with esthetic implant restorations and for surgical specialists wishing to gain a better perspective on the esthetic options and criteria. This is a technique-based program focusing on restoring single unit implants. Although surgical topics will be covered to develop a knowledge base, surgical placement of implants will not be a part of this program.
To register, visit http://dental.pacific.edu/Continuing_Education/CE_Registration.html. For more information, call 415.929.6486 or e-mail cedental@pacific.edu.
