Implant Surgery, Aligner Therapy and CAD/CAM Dentistry (Dec 03 – 04, 2026)

Implant Surgery, Aligner Therapy and CAD/CAM Dentistry is organized by Glidewell Direct and will be held from Dec 03 - 04, 2026 in Nashville, Tennessee, United States of America.

Course Synopsis:
Techniques for Predictable Implant Surgery

This course will review protocols and techniques for dental implant treatment. Emphasis will be placed on hard and soft tissue grafting, socket preservation, suturing and single unit implant placement in the anterior and posterior. A hands-on component will include a model-based session covering techniques, instruments, and materials for the complete implant surgery process from site preparation to implant placement.

Learning Objectives:

• Diagnose and treat single-unit cases from socket preservation to final restoration.
• Administer techniques for proper atraumatic extractions.
• Demonstrate predictable socket grafting techniques.
• Understand instrumentation and implant surgical kits.
• Identify implant abutment and restorative material options.

Course Synopsis:
Incorporating Digital Dentistry and Aligner Therapy
Learn the steps required to introduce aligner therapy into your practice, from patient acceptance to treatment planning and maintenance. Review diagnostic techniques and clinical protocols essential for effectively implementing aligner therapy. In addition, you will learn the benefits of same-day dentistry by incorporating CAD/CAM technology into your practice workflow and understanding material selection.

Learning Objectives:
Part 1: Introduction to CAD/CAM Dentistry

• Review the benefits of a digital workflow. 
• Understand CAD/CAM workflow and implementation.
• Learn material choices based on their indications.
• Understand how to efficiently produce quality restorations in a single visit.

Part 2: Aligner Therapy

• Understand the value of aligner therapy in general practice.
• Comprehend workflow and practice implementation of aligner therapy.
• Apply patient selection protocols and screening for aligner therapy.