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Periodontal Plastic Surgery for Natural Teeth and Implants

LOD-026-00

Dr. Henry Takei

108 min

The last decades has witnessed tremendous emphasis on the esthetic aspect of dentistry. The gingival tissues which frames the dentition is an integral part of 'Dental Esthetics'. The clinician must have a good biologic and clinical understanding of both the teeth and gingival tissue in order to attain a healthy and esthetic result. Correcting gingival recession, root exposure, loss of papilla, which leads to poor gingival symmetry, is of major importance in achieving an esthetic outcome. In addition, the emphasis on implants in the esthetic zone requires sound surgical principles to achieve an optimal gingival emergence profile around an implant restoration.

How To Master the Business Side of the Dental Implant Practice

LOD-025-00

90 min

How do you become a successful mentor?<br><br> &#8226 The 'win-win' concept<br> &#8226 How to use a clinical concept to build your implant practice<br><br>The importance of a business and market plan<br><br> &#8226 How to make your own business plan<br><br>Networking<br><br> &#8226 How to build and consolidate a network<br><br>Strengthen your competiveness<br><br> &#8226 Profiling your clinic<br> &#8226 Marketing<br><br>How to get a dedicated team

Insurance Coding and Inter-office Systems to Enhance Communication Between the Surgical and Restorative Offices. Effective Use of the Implant Coordinator

LOD-023-04

Dr. Sam Strong

90 min

This program reviews the essential components and appointments required to complete implant cases. Operatory room setup, materials, procedures, and implant component inventory are illustrated. Liaison with the front office and dental lab require a system by the assistant to keep cases on time and on track. Methods to liaison with the front office and dental lab are illustrated to help the assistant keep cases tracked and on time. Scripted responses to common patient comments about are illustrated that positively promote the use of implants.

Training the Hygiene Department to Maintain Implant Cases - Marketing Dental Implants with Effective Communication Skills

LOD-023-03

Dr. Sam Strong

90 min

This program reviews the essential components and appointments required to complete implant cases. Operatory room setup, materials, procedures, and implant component inventory are illustrated. Liaison with the front office and dental lab require a system by the assistant to keep cases on time and on track. Methods to liaison with the front office and dental lab are illustrated to help the assistant keep cases tracked and on time. Scripted responses to common patient comments about are illustrated that positively promote the use of implants.

Staff Training Systems for the Clinical Assistants - Responsibilities for Each Team Member

LOD-023-02

Dr. Sam Strong

90 min

This program reviews the essential components and appointments required to complete implant cases. Operatory room setup, materials, procedures, and implant component inventory are illustrated. Liaison with the front office and dental lab require a system by the assistant to keep cases on time and on track. Methods to liaison with the front office and dental lab are illustrated to help the assistant keep cases tracked and on time. Scripted responses to common patient comments about are illustrated that positively promote the use of implants.

Staff Training Systems for the Front Office - Responsibilities for Each Team Member

LOD-023-01

Dr. Sam Strong

90 min

How to communicate with the prospective implant patient from initial phone call through diagnostic appointments and to case presentation. A system for the front office that presents an organized, professional approach to the patient. Appointment control, financial arrangements, and inter-office communication between the surgical and restorative offices are also illustrated as keys to developing the implant practice.

Treatment Planning and Prosthetic Procedures for Removable Implant Overdentures

LOD-022-04

Dr. Sam Strong

90 min

Step by step procedures to successfully complete bar and attachment overdentures are illustrated and compared. Case cost analysis and fee determination are simplified using clinical examples. AND a revolutionary impression technique and centric bite registration procedure are illustrated that will simplify overdenture construction for the prosthetic zdentist.

Treatment Planning and Prosthetic Procedures for Fixed Restorations on Multiple Implants

LOD-022-03

Dr. Sam Strong

90 min

Step by step procedures are shown in detail to fabrication implant supported fixed partial dentures or splint multiple implants together. Surgical template construction techniques, decision making rationale for splinting implants together or not, cement vs. screw retained preferences, cement selection, and retrieval of cement retained prostheses are illustrated in this program. Combination cases with implant and all ceramic esthetic restorations on natural teeth are also presented.

Treatment Planning and Prosthetic Procedures for Single Implant Crowns

LOD-022-02

Dr. Sam Strong

90 min

The single posterior implant crown can be the most productive, profitable, and complaint-free procedure in dentistry. Methods for surgical template construction, implant placement, and streamlined prosthetics are explained in this program. Application and advantages of the Nobel Easy Abutment and Snappy Abutment are shown in step by step protocol as well as the rationale for a fixture level impression to employ pre-machined titanium or Procera ceramic abutments.

How to successfully evaluate and present cases, including determining fees; A proven protocol

LOD-022-01

Dr. Sam Strong

90 min

This program reviews a succession of appointments to analyze cases for implant treatment. Beginning with the initial exam through diagnostic workup and case presentation, an organized method for evaluation is presented. Case presentation is a 'make it or break it' event requiring effective presentation skills and use of visual aids by the dentist or auxiliary team member. Various means of conveying this needed information are shown that will allow the patient to make an intelligent, informed decision about implant therapy and alternatives.