SD Dental Society: Implant Prosthodontics: Aesthetics, Controversies, Innovations, and Rescue Treatment

Check-in: 8:00 AM

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This presentation will present the challenges and limitations unique to the rescue treatment of partially edentulous implant patients. Focus will be on clinical techniques for restoration of implants in the aesthetic zone, controversies in the restoration of implants with fixed options, and a case series of rescue treatment in compromised implant scenarios. Clinically relevant scientific information will be integrated into the discussion for decision making and techniques.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

• How to make provisional implant restorations that dramatically enhance the outcome and maximize predictability.
• An updated look at some of the more controversial topics and innovations in implant restorations. Extensive time will be spent on looking at clinical results, tips, and techniques, along with scientific evidence.
• Management of clinical implant complications with a team approach.

ABOUT TODD SCHOENBAUM, DDS, MS

Todd Schoenbaum is Professor at the Dental College of Georgia where he trains residents and students in implant restorations and clinical research. He serves as the DCG Coordinator for Implant Education and Related Research.

He has published over 50 papers, 8 chapters, and two textbooks. He is the recipient of the scientific writing award from the JPD. He is the Editor-in-Chief of Dentistry Reviewed. He has a master’s in clinical research from the UCLA School of Medicine and a fellowship from the Academy of Osseointegration. Dr. Schoenbaum has been invited to present his clinical and scientific work at conferences worldwide. His clinical practice is limited to fixed implant restorations.