Historically speaking, Oral Implantology is a relatively new discipline in dentistry. It demands a multidisciplinary skill set from the clinician. In this module, we will define the scope of Oral Implantology and introduce participants to the nomenclature commonly used in the classification of edentulous sites. A systematic approach to quantifying as well as qualifying edentulous sites will set the stage for proper case selection, documentation, and presentation to fulfill the requirements of the AAID Vancouver MaxiCourse. Proper documentation and informed consent will be emphasized. Continuing on, we will also examine a variety of topics: the surgical operatory set up, asceptic protocol, introduction to the surgical instrumentation, and implant placement protocols. Participants will receive an overview of dental implants, bone grafting material, and rudimentary grafting techniques.
- Understand the requirements of the AAID Vancouver MaxiCourse
- Understand the documentation requirements and presentation requirements of clinical cases.
- Know the Nomenclature for classifying edentulous sites.
- Know the Divisions of Available bone and Bone Quality Scale.
- Be familiar with the components of a root form dental implant
- Be aware of other forms of dental implants.
- Understand the concept of Asceptic protocol.
- Be aware of the various types of bone grafting material.
- Know the protocol for a socket preservation graft.
- Understand how to operate the surgical motor and handpieces.
- Learn about surgical guides and how to use them in implant practice.
Presenter: Dr. William Liang
On our first day of lab exercises, participants will:
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Get a feel for bone density through simulation of different densities
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Learn how to utilize an implant motor, hand piece, and various drills for implant placement
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Learn the fundamentals of surgical guide planning and utilize a static guide on a model with implant placement
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Develop an understanding of different sutures materials and build an algorithm for decision-making
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Review the common suturing techniques
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Apply suturing techniques on simulation tissue
SOCIAL EVENT – Complimentary Dinner on Friday evening with Faculty and Classmates
- Familiar with the proper technique to evaluate patient blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate and use of Pulse Oximetry
- Familiar with the physiological changes of aging and how this impacts dental treatment and sedation as well as poly-pharmacy with particular focus on antipsychotic medication
- Familiar with common diseases (Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Endocrine, Musculoskeletal) and their impact on dentistry.
- Able to perform a thorough pre-operative patient assessment
- Knowledgeable on common anti-coagulants and practice guidelines
- Knowledgeable on the spectrum of anesthesia available for sedation of patients from oral sedation to general anesthesia
- Familiar with common dental medical emergencies
- Knowledgeable on evidence-based strategies for dental pain