Controversies and Innovations in Implant Dentistry
Controversies and Innovations in Implant Dentistry
Implant dentistry is continuously evolving into a more predictable form of therapy. This full day program will answer the FAQs regarding many controversial issues as they relate to early loading, predictability, membrane placement, membrane type, grafting, primary closure, immediate placement, immediate temporization, to mention a few. The program will address and interweave the innovations in implant dentistry and how they can enhance your clinical outcomes for greater patient satisfaction.
The course will present the most up-to-date information available as it relates to the following questions:
Can we immediately load implants?
Can we load implants earlier?
How to do sinus lifts
What is the best graft material for ridge augmentation and sinus lift?
Update on the advantages and limitations of distraction oseogenisis
Pros and cons of new surface textures on implants
Advantage and disadvantage of tapered vs. straight implants
Controversy over internal vs. hexed implants
Should osseointegrated implants be splinted to natural teeth?
How to attain ideal esthetic single tooth restorations
What styles of occlusion should be used with implant supported bridges?
Should you use porcelain, acrylic, or metal occlusal surfaces?
What type of temporization is best before and after implant placement?
What are the periodontal considerations around implants?
How do implants affect treatment planning for the advanced perio-prosthetic case?
Treating the serial extraction case
When do we extract a tooth and place an implant?
Do we need attached gingival for long-term implant survival?
Immediate vs. delayed socket placement
Absorbable vs. no-absorbable membranes
Can we treat ailing implants successfully?
Is cementable or screw retained bridgework better?
Is age or osteoporosis a risk factor for implants?
Is smoking a risk factor for implants?
Can we use transitional implants for fixed provisionals?
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Date May 11 & 12, 2005
Time Wednesday & Thursday 9:00 am ÇƒÏ 4:00 pm each day
Tuition $375
Credit Hours 12 Hours
Course Number 6605-050
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Dennis P. Tarnow, DDS, Chairman, Ashman Department of Implant Dentistry, Professor of Implant Dentistry,
Periodontics and Prosthetics, New York University College of Dentistry, Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology
Paul Fletcher, DDS, Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Periodontics, New York University College
of Dentistry
Jonathan Zamzok, DMD, Former Clinical Associate Professor, Dr. Louis Blatterfein Department of Prosthodontics, New York University College of Dentistry
Richard Smith, DDS, Former Clinical Associate Professor, Dr. Louis Blatterfein Department of Prosthodontics,
New York University College of Dentistry Marion Brown, DMD, Private Practice, New York City; Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics. Former Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Prosthodontics, NYUCD
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