In this module we will cover, in a broad sense, the possible treatment options available through the use of implants. Candidates will be familiarized with the types of implant restorations that are available today, from the single tooth implant through to complex full arch cases. There will be a focus on providing candidates with the knowledge they need to be able to restore relatively simple cases using implants starting with treatment planning, through impression taking, jig fabrication and restoration placement.
1. Understand treatment options that are available today through implants 2. Discussion held on what constitutes a simple implant case and what constitutes a complex case, thereby improving the ability to judge what cases the candidate can predictably restore and what cases will be challenging 3. Be given the information to enable the candidate to begin implant restorations. Areas covered to include: - Treatment planning and communicating with your Surgeon - Stent fabrication - Impression recording - Jig fabrication - Abutment selection - Placement of the restoration - What should my maintenan
Gilbert graduated in 1984 with a BDS from University of Otago. He then spent 14 years in private practice before returning to Otago to complete a 3-year Prosthodontic Masters. As part of his MDS he completed research based on the maintenance involved with implant overdentures having two papers published in peer reviewed international journal - The International Journal of Prosthodontics.
