Take a 60-minute journey through the history of bone grafting to learn how this field has developed. Through a carefully curated list of the most important studies, you will learn the science and successes that have shaped modern bone grafting and regeneration. Just as with artists who were underappreciated in their time, you will see how seemingly interesting or controversial findings became significant steppingstones that have propelled our field forward
Take a 60-minute journey through the history of bone grafting to learn how this field has developed. Through a carefully curated list of the most important studies, you will learn the science and successes that have shaped modern bone grafting and regeneration. Just as with artists who were underappreciated in their time, you will see how seemingly interesting or controversial findings became significant steppingstones that have propelled our field forward
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Dr. Levine’s will discuss his most recent 2022 Ti-Mesh publication in The International Journal of Periodontal & & Restorative Dentistry of 58 Maxillary Ti-Mesh cases in 48 patients which will be used as a guide for describing its use and key factors for its success. The understanding and application of the “10 Keys” Checklist will be shared including when phenotype modification is indicated and recommended.
Dr. Levine will cover various aspects of diagnosis, treatment planning and surgical management using his over 35 years of full-time clinical, clinical research and teaching experiences. The topics to be covered include “predictable” evidenced-based treatment protocols including the benefits of bio-active modifiers mixed with bone grafts (allograft, xenografts) for implant site development techniques including ridge preservation, ridge-split, and titanium-mesh (horizontal and vertical ridge reconstruction). In addition, single immediate implant placement to full arch immediate loading protocols will be reviewed that he implemented in 1994 for full arch immediate loading, i.e. Same Day Smile®. Dr. Levine will emphasize the careful diagnosis and management of soft and hard tissues and their appropriate sequence in therapy when insufficiencies exist and indications for bone grafting material used: when and why. Practice management “pearls” will be shared for improving case acceptance and how the “Team Approach” can make this process seamless, successful, and personally rewarding.
The “10 Keys for Successful Esthetic-Zone Single Immediate Implants” suggest that a team protocol, if strictly followed sequentially, would provide high predictability in preventing implant complications. The proposed updated “10 Keys” clinical checklist, has been confirmed in 4 retrospective CBCT-clinical studies maxillary central incisor sites treated by Dr. Levine in practice ensures high esthetic success rates and happy patients (based on PES/WES and PROMS). These studies along with case report publications of Dr. Levine has been co-authored with Dr. Mauricio Araujo (University of Maringa, Brazil) and members of the “10 Keys Periodontal and will be reviewed with applications for its use in also non-esthetic implant sites. In 2021, he created and leads the “10 Keys Implant-Perio Clinical Research Group” with 16 clinical researchers from eight universities from around the world.
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Recognize the benefits of the use of biologic modifiers to aid in faster soft and hard tissue healing in the various surgical applications that periodontists perform daily.
Discuss the benefits of the use of various bone grafting materials and when used (allograft vs. xenograft).
Understand the principles of the “10 Keys to Esthetic Zone Success for Single Immediate Implants” from single tooth to full arch immediate loading protocols
Discuss the benefits of soft tissue alternatives used for “Phenotype Modification.”
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Recognize the benefits of the use of biologic modifiers to aid in faster soft and hard tissue healing in the various surgical applications that periodontists perform daily.
Discuss the benefits of the use of various bone grafting materials and when used (allograft vs. xenograft).
Understand the principles of the “10 Keys to Esthetic Zone Success for Single Immediate Implants” from single tooth to full arch immediate loading protocols
Discuss the benefits of soft tissue alternatives used for “Phenotype Modification.”
Gingival recession results from the loss of soft tissue, bone, and periodontal ligament. Most root coverage procedures have limitations. Autografts are limited by donor site morbidity and volume. Allografts avoid these problems but heal by repair and long junctional epithelial attachment. Alternatively, coronally positioning flaps in combination with FDBA and pharmaceutically produced PDGFbb, “Recession Regeneration” covers ex-posed roots with regenerated periodontal tissues including new cementum, periodontal ligament, bone, and gingiva. Additionally, the technique offers off-the-shelf convenience, avoids palatal donor sites, and provides excellent esthetics. It can also be combined with other periodontal regenerative techniques to enhance outcomes in cases of periodontal defects. This presentation will provide a brief overview of the technique, evidence for the claims of regeneration, clinical examples of results, and a brief overview of an ongoing case series
Gingival recession results from the loss of soft tissue, bone, and periodontal ligament. Most root coverage procedures have limitations. Autografts are limited by donor site morbidity and volume. Allografts avoid these problems but heal by repair and long junctional epithelial attachment. Alternatively, coronally positioning flaps in combination with FDBA and pharmaceutically produced PDGFbb, “Recession Regeneration” covers ex-posed roots with regenerated periodontal tissues including new cementum, periodontal ligament, bone, and gingiva. Additionally, the technique offers off-the-shelf convenience, avoids palatal donor sites, and provides excellent esthetics. It can also be combined with other periodontal regenerative techniques to enhance outcomes in cases of periodontal defects. This presentation will provide a brief overview of the technique, evidence for the claims of regeneration, clinical examples of results, and a brief overview of an ongoing case series
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As a periodontist, I have a few major goals in patient treatment. In my office, primary is the maintenance or improvement of the patient’s current dentition. This can either be through physical and/or cosmetic enhancement of the teeth or implants that are present upon examination. Teeth that need to be replaced require extraction with simultaneous or delayed implant placement. These surgeries are always associated with bone regenerative grafting based on literature and histological validation. Gingival and/or alveolar conditions have to be improved where site collapse has previously occurred. To optimize results and improve the predictability of the desired physical and/or aesthetic outcome entails the incorpo- ration of bioactive materials. Principal amongst these grafts, barriers and enhancers that I depend on to get ideal surgical results is BioXclude, a highly researched amnion/chorion barrier. This barrier has been shown to contain growth factors, binding proteins and is anti-infective. These characteristics all help my patients, many of whom have poor home care and/or may be medically compromised in some way, predictably heal with ideal results
As a periodontist, I have a few major goals in patient treatment. In my office, primary is the maintenance or improvement of the patient’s current dentition. This can either be through physical and/or cosmetic enhancement of the teeth or implants that are present upon examination. Teeth that need to be replaced require extraction with simultaneous or delayed implant placement. These surgeries are always associated with bone regenerative grafting based on literature and histological validation. Gingival and/or alveolar conditions have to be improved where site collapse has previously occurred. To optimize results and improve the predictability of the desired physical and/or aesthetic outcome entails the incorpo- ration of bioactive materials. Principal amongst these grafts, barriers and enhancers that I depend on to get ideal surgical results is BioXclude, a highly researched amnion/chorion barrier. This barrier has been shown to contain growth factors, binding proteins and is anti-infective. These characteristics all help my patients, many of whom have poor home care and/or may be medically compromised in some way, predictably heal with ideal results
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New and innovative biomaterials are being discovered or created at an unprecedented rate, but many of them remain entirely foreign to practicing clinicians. This talk addresses this gap in knowledge by sum- marizing some of the ground-breaking research performed to date on this topic and providing case exam- ples of these biomaterials at work. The talk will begin by reviewing standard bone grafting materials utilized for extraction site management, sinus grafting, guided bone regeneration, contour grafting and intrabony/furcation regeneration. The principles of guided tissue/bone regeneration will be covered in detail including many recent advancements in barrier membrane technologies as well as use of platelet-rich fibrin and various recombinant growth factors. Lastly, a sneak-peek at upcoming biomaterials that have been in development over the last 2 years, not yet clinical available, will be presented. The final section of the lecture is designed to help clinicians select appropriate biomaterials for each specific clinical section protocol. This talk aims to educate clinicians on the how and why to utilize biomaterials in an appropriate, predictable, and evidence-based manner.
New and innovative biomaterials are being discovered or created at an unprecedented rate, but many of them remain entirely foreign to practicing clinicians. This talk addresses this gap in knowledge by sum- marizing some of the ground-breaking research performed to date on this topic and providing case exam- ples of these biomaterials at work. The talk will begin by reviewing standard bone grafting materials utilized for extraction site management, sinus grafting, guided bone regeneration, contour grafting and intrabony/furcation regeneration. The principles of guided tissue/bone regeneration will be covered in detail including many recent advancements in barrier membrane technologies as well as use of platelet-rich fibrin and various recombinant growth factors. Lastly, a sneak-peek at upcoming biomaterials that have been in development over the last 2 years, not yet clinical available, will be presented. The final section of the lecture is designed to help clinicians select appropriate biomaterials for each specific clinical section protocol. This talk aims to educate clinicians on the how and why to utilize biomaterials in an appropriate, predictable, and evidence-based manner.
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This hands-on course will cover all the new advancements made with respect to the newest formulations of platelet concentrates. These will cover how to make custom-shaped PRF grafts, how to better concentrate liquid-PRF and will provide a better understanding for optimization of the protocols utilized in every day dental practice. Thereafter, the Bio-Heat technology will be presented. This will cover the heating steps necessary to extend the working properties of PRF from a fast-resorbing 2–3-week membrane towards a membrane that lasts 4-6 months. Various protocols will be demonstrated whereby clinicians will learn how to make an extended-PRF membrane that lasts 4-6 months, as well as how to make a novel sticky bone that contains an outer e-PRF membrane that may be utilized for ridge augmentation procedures.
This hands-on course will cover all the new advancements made with respect to the newest formulations of platelet concentrates. These will cover how to make custom-shaped PRF grafts, how to better concentrate liquid-PRF and will provide a better understanding for optimization of the protocols utilized in every day dental practice. Thereafter, the Bio-Heat technology will be presented. This will cover the heating steps necessary to extend the working properties of PRF from a fast-resorbing 2–3-week membrane towards a membrane that lasts 4-6 months. Various protocols will be demonstrated whereby clinicians will learn how to make an extended-PRF membrane that lasts 4-6 months, as well as how to make a novel sticky bone that contains an outer e-PRF membrane that may be utilized for ridge augmentation procedures.
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Historically, alveolar ridge preservation and development have focused on volumetric changes with little attention to tissue quality. The aim of this presentation is to discuss possible advantages, disadvantages, and realistic short- and long-term expectations of traditional methods of alveolar ridge development for implant therapy and to discuss potential advantages and limitations of new techniques and materials designed to maximize tissue quality. At the end of this presentation, clinicians should be able to know and understand:
Historically, alveolar ridge preservation and development have focused on volumetric changes with little attention to tissue quality. The aim of this presentation is to discuss possible advantages, disadvantages, and realistic short- and long-term expectations of traditional methods of alveolar ridge development for implant therapy and to discuss potential advantages and limitations of new techniques and materials designed to maximize tissue quality. At the end of this presentation, clinicians should be able to know and understand:
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Skills to prevent and correct alveolar ridge deficiencies are crucial for the practice of implant dentistry. This presentation will focus on the core principles of bone healing and the use of various regenerative materials and techniques to achieve successful clinical outcomes. Various clinical scenarios will be presented to demonstrate an efficacious application of these principles in achieving predictable regeneration
Skills to prevent and correct alveolar ridge deficiencies are crucial for the practice of implant dentistry. This presentation will focus on the core principles of bone healing and the use of various regenerative materials and techniques to achieve successful clinical outcomes. Various clinical scenarios will be presented to demonstrate an efficacious application of these principles in achieving predictable regeneration
Phenotype modification therapy (PMT) has been adopted as the primary therapeutic objective in the management of gingival recession and peri-implant mucosal defects. It is now realized that the periodontal and peri-implant phenotype can affect the stability of periodontal and peri-implant tissues. Improved understanding of the risk factors/indicators refined surgical techniques, availability of scaffolds that mimic the extracellular matrix and biologics to enhance wound healing have contributed to improved outcomes. The present presentation describes the scientific evidence for current strategies utilized in the management of gingival recession/peri-implant mucosal defects.
Phenotype modification therapy (PMT) has been adopted as the primary therapeutic objective in the management of gingival recession and peri-implant mucosal defects. It is now realized that the periodontal and peri-implant phenotype can affect the stability of periodontal and peri-implant tissues. Improved understanding of the risk factors/indicators refined surgical techniques, availability of scaffolds that mimic the extracellular matrix and biologics to enhance wound healing have contributed to improved outcomes. The present presentation describes the scientific evidence for current strategies utilized in the management of gingival recession/peri-implant mucosal defects.
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The significance of phenotype modification therapy (PMT) for the management of gingival recession and peri-implant mucosal defects has been recognized. PMT involves soft tissue and/or bone augmentation. VISTA is an effective surgical approach that can be used for both soft tissue and bone augmentation around teeth and implants. This hands-on workshop is designed to provide practical experience with PMT using VISTA for the management of gingival recession/peri-implant mucosal defects.
The significance of phenotype modification therapy (PMT) for the management of gingival recession and peri-implant mucosal defects has been recognized. PMT involves soft tissue and/or bone augmentation. VISTA is an effective surgical approach that can be used for both soft tissue and bone augmentation around teeth and implants. This hands-on workshop is designed to provide practical experience with PMT using VISTA for the management of gingival recession/peri-implant mucosal defects.
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This presentation will highlight how the use of blood biologics (hcPRP & L-PRF) in conjunction with osseous augmentation can provide consistent results utilizing simple principles. The importance of synergy between prosthetic treatment planning & surgical treatment sequencing will also be showcased. The specific indications for use of bovine, autogenous, and allograft will also be discussed.
This presentation will highlight how the use of blood biologics (hcPRP & L-PRF) in conjunction with osseous augmentation can provide consistent results utilizing simple principles. The importance of synergy between prosthetic treatment planning & surgical treatment sequencing will also be showcased. The specific indications for use of bovine, autogenous, and allograft will also be discussed.
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The treatment of peri-implantitis has become a major challenge for many dentists who place implants. Dr. Ravidà will discuss evidence-based strategies for management of complex implant-related biological complications in the aesthetic zone and other areas of the mouth. Special emphasis will be placed on the impact of the morphology and severity of peri-implant bone defects on the outcome of reconstructive treatment
The treatment of peri-implantitis has become a major challenge for many dentists who place implants. Dr. Ravidà will discuss evidence-based strategies for management of complex implant-related biological complications in the aesthetic zone and other areas of the mouth. Special emphasis will be placed on the impact of the morphology and severity of peri-implant bone defects on the outcome of reconstructive treatment
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The research, tools, and biologic products are now available to regenerate bone and tissue- not simply ‘manage or repair’ it! As dental professionals, we need to understand and recognize the optimal time for a guided tissue/bone regenerative procedure. What should dental hygienists know about regenerative procedures, maintenance following procedures, and patient home-care recommendations. This course will provide you with the latest research-based tools, technology, protocols, and home-care recommendations for your patients’ regenerative procedures.
The research, tools, and biologic products are now available to regenerate bone and tissue- not simply ‘manage or repair’ it! As dental professionals, we need to understand and recognize the optimal time for a guided tissue/bone regenerative procedure. What should dental hygienists know about regenerative procedures, maintenance following procedures, and patient home-care recommendations. This course will provide you with the latest research-based tools, technology, protocols, and home-care recommendations for your patients’ regenerative procedures.
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While the rest of the world may quiver with churned stomachs, one of the best traits of a dental professional is their excitement and joy around graphic oral diseased cases. Despite the oftentimes ‘colorful’ nature of the oral disease, these cases offer an incredible learning opportunity, particularly in the importance of early and definitive intervention. Join Katrina M Sanders, RDH, BSDH, M.Ed, RF for a dental rendition of ‘Dr. Pimple Popper’ as she presents graphic photographs of surgical cases requiring periodontal therapy. This will be your final warning: there WILL be graphic photos ahead
While the rest of the world may quiver with churned stomachs, one of the best traits of a dental professional is their excitement and joy around graphic oral diseased cases. Despite the oftentimes ‘colorful’ nature of the oral disease, these cases offer an incredible learning opportunity, particularly in the importance of early and definitive intervention. Join Katrina M Sanders, RDH, BSDH, M.Ed, RF for a dental rendition of ‘Dr. Pimple Popper’ as she presents graphic photographs of surgical cases requiring periodontal therapy. This will be your final warning: there WILL be graphic photos ahead
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Caries infection has increased in today’s population and continues to be a major disease for children and adults. This course discusses the impact of Nanotechnology on today’s preventative and restorative materials. Attendees will have a “hands-on forum” to provide their dental teams with new findings on today’s desensitizes, fluoride applications and dental tooth creams used to combat patient’s current symptoms and effectively handle pain management.
Caries infection has increased in today’s population and continues to be a major disease for children and adults. This course discusses the impact of Nanotechnology on today’s preventative and restorative materials. Attendees will have a “hands-on forum” to provide their dental teams with new findings on today’s desensitizes, fluoride applications and dental tooth creams used to combat patient’s current symptoms and effectively handle pain management.
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The Diode laser has become the most utilized laser in dentistry today especially in the hygiene department. Diode lasers are soft-tissue lasers that have many advantages over traditional surgical and therapeutic techniques including less pain, faster healing and preciseness, bacterial reduction, along with no contraindications. Some of the most commonly used Diode laser procedures in the hygiene department are Laser Bacterial Reduction (LBR), Laser Assisted Periodontal Therapy (LAPT), haemostasis, and the treatment of oral lesions (aphthous ulcers/herpetic lesions), This course will present common diode laser procedures, techniques used in the hygiene department, and how to incorporate lasers into your practice
The Diode laser has become the most utilized laser in dentistry today especially in the hygiene department. Diode lasers are soft-tissue lasers that have many advantages over traditional surgical and therapeutic techniques including less pain, faster healing and preciseness, bacterial reduction, along with no contraindications. Some of the most commonly used Diode laser procedures in the hygiene department are Laser Bacterial Reduction (LBR), Laser Assisted Periodontal Therapy (LAPT), haemostasis, and the treatment of oral lesions (aphthous ulcers/herpetic lesions), This course will present common diode laser procedures, techniques used in the hygiene department, and how to incorporate lasers into your practice
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The Diode laser has become the most utilized laser in dentistry today, especially in the hygiene department. This course will give your hands-on techniques used in hygiene practice. Mechanisms, safety, tips, and protocols will be reviewed, and attendees will have an opportunity to demonstrate the use of the lasers for Laser Bacterial Reduction, Laser Assisted Periodontal Therapy, Haemostasis, and Aphthous Ulcers/Herpetic lesions on porcine jaw
The Diode laser has become the most utilized laser in dentistry today, especially in the hygiene department. This course will give your hands-on techniques used in hygiene practice. Mechanisms, safety, tips, and protocols will be reviewed, and attendees will have an opportunity to demonstrate the use of the lasers for Laser Bacterial Reduction, Laser Assisted Periodontal Therapy, Haemostasis, and Aphthous Ulcers/Herpetic lesions on porcine jaw
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This course, which can be specifically tailored to a state or province, will provide current information and guidelines for safe treatment of patients and protection of dental professionals. Infection Control recommendations and guidelines from OSAP, IPAC, CDC and various state as well as provincial resources will be presented and discussed. Infection control review with the office team aids in follow through in the office on a day-to-day basis as well as development of office systems. Each participant will leave with a wealth of references to utilize in the establishment of office protocols. Let’s talk about what the recommendations / guidelines advise should be done then evaluate what we are currently doing
This course, which can be specifically tailored to a state or province, will provide current information and guidelines for safe treatment of patients and protection of dental professionals. Infection Control recommendations and guidelines from OSAP, IPAC, CDC and various state as well as provincial resources will be presented and discussed. Infection control review with the office team aids in follow through in the office on a day-to-day basis as well as development of office systems. Each participant will leave with a wealth of references to utilize in the establishment of office protocols. Let’s talk about what the recommendations / guidelines advise should be done then evaluate what we are currently doing
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While the rest of the world may quiver with churned stomachs, one of the best traits of a dental professional is their excitement and joy around graphic oral diseased cases. Despite the oftentimes ‘colourful’ nature of the oral disease, these cases offer an incredible learning opportunity, particularly in the importance of early and definitive intervention. Join Katrina M Sanders, RDH, BSDH, M.Ed, RF for a dental rendition of ‘Dr Pimple Popper’ as she presents graphic photographs of surgical cases requiring periodontal therapy. This will be your final warning: there WILL be graphic photos ahead!
While the rest of the world may quiver with churned stomachs, one of the best traits of a dental professional is their excitement and joy around graphic oral diseased cases. Despite the oftentimes ‘colourful’ nature of the oral disease, these cases offer an incredible learning opportunity, particularly in the importance of early and definitive intervention. Join Katrina M Sanders, RDH, BSDH, M.Ed, RF for a dental rendition of ‘Dr Pimple Popper’ as she presents graphic photographs of surgical cases requiring periodontal therapy. This will be your final warning: there WILL be graphic photos ahead!
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