This is an excellent day and very popular amongst dentists. The day is based on a mixture of theory and hands on. The theory concentrates on the basic principles concerning bone loss, extraction technique (socket preservation), soft tissue management and assessment of the quality and quantity of bone. The practical component involves placing an implant into an artificial mandible and using the restorative fixtures involved in restoring an implant.
Aims and Objectives
- Improve our basic understanding of Implants and its terminology.
- The importance of an atruamatic extraction to prevent bone loss
- Use of bone subsitutes to reduce the amount of bone loss
- Aseptic technques and team management of the patient
- Provide an understanding of the patient journey
- Know when to refer
Learning Outcomes
- Recognise and manage the patient implant journey.
- Recognise and manage the indications and contraindications for Implant Restorations.
- Advocate assessing implants in a structured protocol.
- Identify factors which affect long-term prognosis of Implant Restorations.
