OVERVIEW

Immediate Placement and Provisionalization of Single-Tooth Implants is organized by Dental Learning Systems, LLC and will be held from Jun 01, 2015 - Aug 31, 2021.

Credits: 2 SI

Description:
Since the introduction of root-form implants, experts have advocated a staged approach, in which an implant is placed in an edentulous area and allowed to heal undisturbed so osseointegration can occur, after which the fabrication of a definitive restoration can take place. However, the use of immediate implant placement and loading protocols has increased because of advantages in terms of predictable esthetics, decreased treatment duration, and lower morbidity. The purpose of this article is to review the rationale, techniques, and evidence for the use of immediate implant placement and provisionalization for single-tooth applications. The author also describes an approach that entails atraumatic extraction of the tooth; appropriate implant selection; use of a flapless placement approach; lingualized implant placement; grafting of the labial gap with a xenograft; immediate provisionalization; and occlusal management.

Learning Objectives:
• Explain the options for single-tooth replacement with implants.
• Discuss factors that can help mitigate circumferential bone loss.
• Describe a recommended approach to immediate implant placement and provisionalization for single-tooth applications.

Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.