Surgical Mini-Lectures and Clinics
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Friday, October 1, 2010
1:00PM - 3:00PM
M633
Risk Assessment & Avoiding Complications in the Esthetic Zone
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Bach Le , DDS, MD
Clinical Associate Professor , USC School of Dentistry
Whittier, CA
David Guichet, DDS
Private Practice
Orange, CA
Synopsis
Many variables influence the implant treatment outcomes in the esthetic zone. Patient factors such as periodontal biotype and tissue display are critical in determining the potential for success when treating patients with implant dentistry. Additional considerations, including implant choice, surgical design and restorative design, are among other critical factors that are in the control of the treating dentist. Teeth may be extracted and implant placement may be delayed, immediate or even loaded. Surgical design may be flapless or involve a minimally traumatic design if grafting is desired. This presentation will outline the risk factors which most significantly influence esthetic prognosis in the esthetic zone. While many techniques offer excellent results in most situations few can be said to guarantee success. A series of cases have been gathered to illustrate risk assessment and predictable management of implant treatment in the esthetic zone.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this presentation, participants should be able to:
- Describe a simple diagnostic parameter to assess the risks involved in the treatment of each individual patient;
- Describe a surgical and prosthodontic treatment algorithm to address certain risks factors identified with implant therapy in the esthetic zone; and
- Describe a surgical protocol for handling complications associated with implants in the esthetic zone.