Surgical Mini-Lectures and Clinics
Thursday, October 15, 2009
7:00AM - 9:00AM
M621
Avoiding Complications with Implants: A Clinical and Legal Perspective
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Edmond Bedrossian, DDS
Associate Professor, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of the Pacific
San Francisco, CA
Arthur W. Curley, JD
Assistant Professor, Dental Jurisprudence, Arthur Dugoni School of Dentistry, UOP
Larkspur, CA
Synopsis
This presentation will consider the types of post implant placement complications which have resulted in litigations. The types of legal cases including neuropraxias, secondary to trauma to the IA nerve, sinus perforations and infections, misaligned and non restorable implants as well as graft failures will be discussed. Avoidance of potential complications by adopting a sound treatment planning protocols will be emphasized.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this presentation, participants should be able to:
- Describe scientifically established treatment planning protocols.
- Discuss the indications when 3D imaging should be considered.
- Explaining how to better prepare in order to avoid and manage potential complications.