Thursday Program

This workshop is ideal for students and first year graduates looking to learn or improve their technical skills in order to provide high quality care for their patients.

Healthy soft tissue and adequate bone are the foundation for a successful implant placement. Socket preservation after tooth extraction is essential to prevent bone loss. Proper sutures allow retention of biomaterials in the socket and also optimize soft tissue healing. Several biomaterials and sutures materials are currently on the market, however mastering technical skills is fundamental to offer predictable outcomes to patients.

This hands-on workshop will provide a review of biomaterials used for socket preservation and suturing techniques, highlighting their advantages and inconveniences, and their clinical indications.

Participants will have the opportunity to apply these techniques in a practical setting, gaining hands-on experience on silicone models, and they will benefit from the guidance of the members of the Young Clinicians Committee to learn how to overcome their difficulties.

Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to: 1) discuss how proper suturing can enhance soft tissue healing; 2) list the biomaterials options used for socket preservation and suturing procedures; and 3) explain how to prevent bone loss after tooth extraction.

Supported by in-kind grants from LifeNet Health and Salvin Dental Specialties

Pre-registration required.
No CE Credit will be provided for this session.

Supported by a grant from the Osseointegration Foundation
 

With this presentation, we will cover essential estate planning strategies for dental practice owners preparing for retirement. Topics will include how best to leverage tax-deferred accounts to save for retirement and mitigate ordinary income tax, liquidity considerations for those considering selling or otherwise leaving practice, and the role of philanthropy in developing a personal legacy.

Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to: 1) discuss the role of liquidity plays in planning for retirement.; 2) provide an overview of the various tax-deferred retirement saving vehicles.; and 3) describe foundational estate planning and its components.

The Academy of Osseointegration’s credentialing program is designed to elevate implant dentistry by inspiring practitioners to pursue advanced education, hands-on training, and real-world experience. With a global mission to raise the bar for implant education and patient care, the program recognizes excellence through its prestigious AO Master and Diplomate Certificates—awarded to those who meet rigorous, well-defined standards. It’s more than a credential; it’s a commitment to clinical excellence and lifelong learning. The program awards both AO Master and Diplomate Certificates to applicants who meet the defined criteria.

Drs. Wang and Otomo-Corgel will review and discuss the overall features of the program, discuss the program requirements, describe the distinctions between the Master certificate and the Diplomate certificate, and answer any questions from the audience regarding the program and application process.

Specific program information can be found at https://osseo.org/credentialing-program/.

No CE Credit will be provided for this session.