Restoring the Small Gap Using Implants
LOD-009-00
Dr. Roland Glauser
Today, dental implants are routinely used to restore missing teeth in all regions of the jaws. However, replacing single, small-sized teeth like upper lateral and lower incisors is often limited due to available mesio-distal space. The diameter of conventional, small platform 2-piece implants is mostly around 3,3 to 3,5 mm. With regard to neighbouring teeth, a minimal distance between implant and root of around 1,2-1.5 mm is recommended in order to maintain interproximal attachment levels at natural abutments. Thus, an overall mesio-distal gap size of at least 6 to 6,5 mm is needed when selecting conventional implants. With the introduction of 1-piece implants, now smaller diameters down to 3 mm are possible without jeopardizing the long-term fracture resistance. In combination with an adequate surgical and prosthetic protocol, these 1-piece implants represent a new treatment option for restoring small sized gaps with a mesio-distal width of down to 5 mm.
Challenging Composite Restoration With Free-Hand-Bonding - An Illusion Became Reality
LOD-008-00
Dr. Didier Dietschi
The growing concern of patients for tissue preservation and oral aesthetics has rejuvenated 'free-hand bonding with composites' and made it a primary treatment option for the anterior teeth. This lecture covers fundamental knowledge about color and optical properties, different treatment options with composite restorations, and provides a comprehensive description of clinical procedures.
Optimalization of Sinus Augmentation Procedures
LOD-007-04
Prof. Massimo Simion
This program will explore the literature, materials and techniques for augmenting the maxillary sinus. An evidence-based review of sinus lift techniques will be presented and will provide the audience with the necessary means and know-how for improving and optimizing the short-term and long-term prognosis for both the sinus lift procedure and for the implants placed in sinus lift procedures. The suitability of various bone grafts and bone replacement materials will be presented as well as the platelet-rich plasma technique (PRP) in addition to stem cell enhancement. Traditional techniques like the osteotome and lateral window as well as variations like simultaneous vertical ridge augmentation will be reviewed. Intra-operative and post-operative complications will be discussed and steps given as how to prevent them.
All-Ceramic Solutions On Teeth & Implants
LOD-007-03
Dr. Edward A. McLaren
Designing anterior restorations with optimum esthetics requires correct treatment planning, evaluation of a suitable ceramic material, and skillful application and techniques. The use of metal-free ceramic materials allows to achieve excellent esthetic results in the anterior area for crowns and veneers fabrication. Material selection with dental ceramist is fundamental in management of complex rehabilitation cases. Several clinical follow-up of glass ceramic and alumina and zirconia systems indicate the adequacy of these materials for anterior and posterior restorations. Clinical and technical suggestions for obtaining esthetic and durable results will be supplied.
Contemporary Approaches to Soft Tissue Behavior Around Dental Implants
LOD-007-02
Dr. Bernard Touati
The ultimate test of every successful dental restoration is the long-lasting health of the surrounding soft tissues, which should be achieved predictably in each and every surgical and restorative implant treatment. This WebLIVE! will depict cutting edge treatment modalities of gingival integration concepts to obtain the optimal conditions, utilizing innovative papilla techniques, atraumatic surgical techniques and titanium, alumina, zirconia materials toward functional and natural-looking restorations.<br><br>The lecture will cover transmucosal biocompatibility of implant, abutment, and restorative materials, submergence/emergence profiles, connections/disconnections of prosthetic parts, scanning or impression of abutments connected during 1st stage surgery, and explore treatment options from diagnostic models through immediate provisionals to the optimal definitive ceramic-based restorations.
Aesthetic Results Using The Scalloped Implant Design
LOD-007-01
Dr. Sascha A. Jovanovic
The last few years have seen major advancements in biological understanding of peri-implant soft tissues, bone regenerative results and implant aesthetics. These advances have allowed a very precise 3-dimensional implant position and a predictable restorative result with natural beauty and gingival harmony. Results from 3 clinical centers with the new scalloped implant to maintain inter-implant bone and papilla tissues will be presented. A panel discussion will be moderated between the 3 presenters.
Ridge and Sinus Grafting In Implant Dentistry
LOD-005-00
Dr. Sascha A. Jovanovic
This special presentation highlights in 2 consecutive lectures, the clinical and biological criteria to consider in ridge and sinus grafting using autogenous bone, bone filler materials and resorbable and non resorbable membrane configurations. The first part of the presentation highlights the indications and solutions with resorbable membranes and bone graft materials around implant exposures and in sinus treatment. The second part focuses on the possibilities with the vertical ridge augmentation technique using non-resorbable TR-membranes and bone grafts in posterior mandible and maxilla and the anterior maxilla. A question and answer period of 30 minutes with both lecturers concludes the session.
Edentulous Jaw and Different Implant Treatment Options
LOD-002-12
Dr. Sascha A. Jovanovic
The options of treating the edentulous jaw will be described in detail. Radiographic and clinical analysis will demonstrate which option can be used by the dental team for implant and prosthetic reconstruction.<br><br><b>Mandible:</b><br>This lecture will discuss the surgical treatment steps of the mandible with 2, 4 and 6 implants and its prosthetic outcome for removable or fixed benefits.<br><br><b>Maxilla:</b><br>This lecture will discuss the surgical treatment steps of the maxilla with 4, 6 and 8 implants and its prosthetic benefits.<br>Medications for surgical treatment and pre-operative planning will be discussed.
The Edentulous Jaw Restoration - An evaluation of different restorative options
LOD-002-11
Dr. George Perri
Edentulous patients desire restoration of their chewing ability and esthetic enhancement. This presentation will provide treatment planning, indications and expectations for different restorative options for the edentulous jaw. Treatment steps will be presented how to successfully choose between a removable and a fixed prosthesis and how to educate the patient. A focus is made on removable overlay challenges and how to manage them.