Workshops
Workshops will be offered over the course of the meeting in order to provide you with a choice of learning experience. Check back periodically for updates on topics and presenters.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
8:00 am - 12 Noon
W1: Predictable Socket Regeneration: 3D Diagnosis, Patient Education, Techniques and Materials
Presented through a grant from MIS
Robert A. Horowitz, DDS
Often patients will require a combination of a number of therapies. When advanced periodontal disease has taken place, endodontic failure or caries in non-restorable areas result in the need for tooth extraction. Appropriate diagnosis, with 3-dimensional cone beam tomography and patient education with ideal software, transfers the data in an understandable way to patients so they accept treatment. Numerous graft and barrier combinations are available to either preserve or augment the residual hard and soft tissue defects. Numerous cases will be shown with defects of various sizes. Appropriate analysis prior to extraction will determine the volume of the defect, number of walls surrounding the void, and the physical as well as esthetic demands of the site. The appropriate combination of grafts, enhancers, and barriers will be demonstrated. Numerous materials will be available for use in the hands-on portion of this course so that attendees can get a feel for which materials work best in these sites.
Learning Objectives: Attendees can expect to learn the following from the presentation:
1. 3D Volumetric Analysis of Extraction Site
2. Synthetic Bone Graft to Aid in Alveolar Regeneration
3. Biphasic Calcium Sulfate to Enhance socket preservation
4. Novel Dental Software for Patient Education and Increasing Case Acceptance
5. Optimizing Bone Preservation with Ideal Implant Design
8:00 am - 12 Noon
W2: (PRF) Platelet-Rich Fibrin... Re-programming the Biology of the Osteotomy Site
Presented through a grant from Intra-Lock
Achille Peivandi, DDS
Robert Miller, MA, DDS
Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF) is an autologous fibrin mesh made by spinning down whole blood and harvesting the platelet and leukocyte containing fibrin fraction. It is used to fabricate autologous membranes that can be sutured in place to increase the biotype of tissue. It can also be used to fabricate plugs for extraction sites and in extraction/immediate implant sites to graft the space between implant and facial plate as an alternative to bone grafting. Background, research, applications and methodologies regarding this procedure will be presented including a hands-on session devoted to the actual production and handling of PRF membranes. Clinical case presentations demonstrating the use of PRF in conjunction with an equally biologically driven implant technology will conclude the workshop.
Learning Objectives: At the completion of this presentation, participants should be able to:
1. Introduce PRF procedure and technique into your practice
2. Participate in the actual production of PRF membranes.
3. Explore the use of membrane-forming apparatus and the various techniques for multiple clinical applications.
4. Learn from case presentations demonstrating the use of PRF in conjunction with equally biologically driven implant technology
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
W3: Fundamentals of Systematic and Ethical Selling for Treatment Plans above $10,000
James R. McAnally, DDS (Thurs am)
This workshop will give the clinician a basic foundation for understanding the essentials of a systematic approach to ethical selling and case presentations for treatment plans above $10,000. Fundamental “do’s and don’ts” that affect case acceptance will be covered as well as relevant consumer behavioral studies that impact selling elective dental services. The clinician will leave the workshop with a solid foundation of knowledge of what is required for better case acceptance as treatment option cost increases and will have developed a tangible list of the most basic steps to institute in his or her practice.
1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
W4: Nobel ClinicianTM: Digital Diagnostics and Treatment Planning
Presented through a grant from Nobel Biocare
Thomas J. Balshi, DDS
Stephen F. Balshi, MBE
In this presentation, attendees will understand the utilization of digital diagnostic and treatment planning computer software. Advanced treatment planning, use of 3D computer software and communication within the dental team allows for a more streamlined process, higher referral and patient education and increased case acceptance. Working with the next generation of digital diagnostic software, NobelClinician™, patient treatment and colleague (surgeon, restorative, laboratory) communication has been enhanced and simplified.
Learning Objectives: At the completion of this presentation, participants should be able to:
1. Understanding the diagnostic program and options for guided surgery
2. Obtain basic knowledge of features and the functions of tools within program
a. Workspaces
b. Measurements
c. Implant placement
d. Restorative options – abutment selection
3. Communicate features to support the dental team and patient education
Friday, October 21, 2011
8:00 am - 12 Noon
W5: Nobel ClinicianTM: Digital Diagnostics and Treatment Planning
Presented through a grant from Nobel Biocare
Thomas J. Balshi, DDS
Stephen F. Balshi, MBE
In this presentation, attendees will understand the utilization of digital diagnostic and treatment planning computer software. Advanced treatment planning, use of 3D computer software and communication within the dental team allows for a more streamlined process, higher referral and patient education and increased case acceptance. Working with the next generation of digital diagnostic software, NobelClinician™, patient treatment and colleague (surgeon, restorative, laboratory) communication has been enhanced and simplified.
Learning Objectives: At the completion of this presentation, participants should be able to:
1. Understanding the diagnostic program and options for guided surgery
2. Obtain basic knowledge of features and the functions of tools within program
a. Workspaces
b. Measurements
c. Implant placement
d. Restorative options – abutment selection
3. Communicate features to support the dental team and patient education
8:00 am - 12 Noon
W6: Soft Tissue Management
Andre P. Saadoun, DDS, MS
The purpose of this hands-on mandible pig jaws session is to learn the internal bevel sulcular and marginal incisions in order to raise partial and full thickness flaps. This exercise will give the participant the precise knowledge of these surgical procedures to perform pocket elimination by osseous recontouring and allograft placement and fixation. The participants will also learn precise suturing techniques for advanced coronally flap to cover gingival recessions. The main objective of the hands-on session will be to give the basic surgical principles in periodontal surgery that can be applied on both teeth and implants.
Learning Objectives: Attendees can expect to learn the following from the presentation:
1. Different types of incisions
2. Different ways of flap elevation and dissection
3. Allograft placement
4. Different types of sutures
1:30 pm – 5:30 pm
W7: Immediate Placement of Mandibular Molar Implants
Presented through a grant from MIS
Dan Holtzclaw, DDS
Immediate implants placed at the time of tooth extraction provide convenience for the patient in terms of reduced time to restoration of form and function. For the clinician, however, this procedure has an increased level of difficulty and presents unique challenges that are not present when implants are placed in healed alveolar ridges. This is especially true in the case of mandibular molars. Immediate implantation in these locations have complicating factors such as nerve proximity, ridge undercuts, implant placement stability, graft containment, and gingival management. The aim of this presentation is to provide a comprehensive analysis of immediate implant placement in the mandibular molar region with emphasis on actual clinical cases.
Learning Objectives: At the completion of this presentation, participants should be able to:
1. Understand the risks and benefits of immediate implant placement in the mandibular molar region.
2. Understand the anatomical concerns unique to immediate implant placement in the mandibular molar region.
3. Recognize situations which are suitable for the placement of immediate implants in mandibular molar sites.
4. Understand the various techniques and materials for placement of immediate implants in the mandibular molar region.
Saturday, October 22, 2011
8:00 am - 12 Noon
W8: Botox and Dermal Fillers
Pankaj Pal Singh, DDS
• Fellow, American Academy of Implant Dentistry
• Diplomate, American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry
• Co-author, Atlas of Oral Implantology, 3rd Edition
• Private Practice limited to dental implants and facial esthetics
Dentists attending this session will get a working understanding through demonstrations and limited hands-on in the uses of Botox cosmetics, dermal fillers and enhancers not only in the dental/oral applications but also for the smoothing of facial lines, wrinkles, and folds. This is very important for dentists because they need to be able to recommend and use these products and procedures not only to improve patient smiles, but also to improve the dento-facial profile. Attendees will also learn the therapeutic value of Botox cosmetics in the treatment of TMD.
The presentation will cover:
• Patient assessment and consultation for Botox cosmetics, and dermal fillers and enhancers for use in the facial areas
• Differentiating between status and dynamic lines and their root causes
• Review the muscular anatomy of the face and peri-oral area
• Safety and risk assessment for botulinum toxin and dermal fillers injectable therapy
• Enhancing and finishing esthetic dentistry cases with dermal fillers and Botox
• Botox treatment for TMD and Bruxism
• Incorporating Botox and dermal fillers into your esthetic treatment plans
• Management and treatment of possible complications
• Beautiful lip augmentation, enhancing the cupid’s bow and creating the proportional lip to teeth proportion
• Eliminating smokers lines and fine lines around the mouth
• Volumizing the nasolabial folds and marionette lines and lifting the corners of the mouth
• Eliminating “number 11’s” and “crow’s feet”
Learning Objectives: Attendees can expect to learn the following from the presentation:
1. Non-surgical facial enhancement esthetic procedures in today’s cosmetic and implant practice
2. When to use Botox and when to use dermal fillers
3. How to use and administer Botox and dermal fillers
4. Treat TMD using non-traditional dental modalities
5. How to profit from and enhance your practice form these non-traditional dental procedures
8:00 am - 12 Noon
W9: Comparison of Lateral Window Preparation for Sinus Lift Procedures Rotary Bur, Piezosurgery, Controlled Drilling Depth Instrumentation
Alfred "Duke" Heller, DDS, MS
Robert Heller, DDS
The purpose of this presentation will be to show the implant dentist the use of at least three different techniques to gain entrance into the lateral surface of the zygoma for placement of bone grafting material for the sinus lift procedures. Participants will see multiple slide presentations comparing the different techniques to free a bony window for placement of bone grafting material. Video presentations of each technique will also be shown. The participants will compare the modulated-frequency piezoelectric energy scalpel with rotary bur and controlled drilling depth instrumentation.
High-frequency oscillations vary between piezo units. Two units will be available for hands on demonstration: Mectron {Piezosurgery unit} (24 kHz to 29.5 kHz) and the Acteon {Piezotome unit} (28kHz to 36kHz). Each unit is modulated with a low frequency between 10 and 60 Hz, enable efficient and controlled use to accomplish many functions for the implant dentist. Each participant will learn that the piezoelectrical scalpel cuts bone but does not cut tissue making it favorable technology for sinus window preparation, or securing of bone block grafts, especially from lateral ramus and chin areas. Each participant will also learn the art of using a rotary #4 and #6 round bur to make a sinus window preparation minimizing membrane tearing. Each participant will also utilize the controlled depth Zimmer instrumentation for the SLA (sinus lateral approach) and SCA (sinus crestal approach) minimizing membrane tearing.The participants will be shown a slide and video presentation overview comparing how to use all three-zygoma window preparation techniques. Each participant will use each technique with models supplied.
The participants will demonstrate the following hands-on techniques:
• Osteotomy for bony window preparation of maxillary sinus surgery using rotary bur #4 and #6.
• Osteotomy for bony window preparation of maxillary sinus surgery using the Zimmer Lateral Approach Kit.
• Osteotomy for bony window preparation using the Mectron and Acteon peizoelectrical instrumentation. (Artificial bone and eggs will be utilized)
• Use of the non-cutting elevator of the sinus membrane elevation minimizing sinus membrane tears.
• Removal of unwanted sinus bone buttress without tearing sinus membrane.
• Removal of unwanted bone such as nasal spine or bony tori.
• Harvest autogenous bone for bone grafting in adjacent sites.
• Harvest cortical bone blocks or chips from chin and lateral ramus.
• Evidenced based literature will be reviewed and made available from all three companies.