NC Society of Periodontists

Dental Implants and Soft Tissue Grating in the Esthetic Zone

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​Attendees will learn:

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​Learn about the advantages of digital versus analog protocol when making surgical guides, provisional restorations and final prosthesis.

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Critically evaluate various provisional restoration options, including dental implant emergence profile and pontic site development.

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Discuss the principles of immediate implant placement and loading protocols.

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Understand the rationale and best practices for mucogingival procedures to optimize esthetic and oral health outcomes for immediate and delayed implant placement.

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Assess possible surgical and prosthetic pitfalls and complications and potential strategies to avoid and repair such outcomes.