Saturday 24th May:
Key Techniques for Everyday Dental Implant Success
Minor Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR) is an essential technique for everyday dental implant placements. Minor bone defects are common in many implant cases, and insufficient bone coverage around a dental implant can lead to biological complications, such as peri-implantitis, which may cause premature implant failure. Exposed implant surfaces can also compromise the aesthetics and function of the implant.
This presentation will cover the use of resorbable collagen membranes in Minor GBR, along with bone substitutes or autogenous bone, to achieve predictable bone regeneration around the implant site. These techniques are key to ensuring long-term implant success by providing a stable foundation for optimal function and appearance.
Through this presentation, attendees will gain insights into key aspects of Minor GBR, including:
How to Identify Minor Bone Defects Around Implant Sites – Recognizing different defect types and their implications for treatment planning.
Simultaneous Minor Contour Augmentation with Implant Placement – Performing augmentation at the time of implant placement using a mixture of autogenous and particulate bone grafts to regenerate bone volume and contour.
Flap Advancement for Primary Closure – Techniques for advancing the flap to ensure primary closure following GBR, including methods for stabilizing the bone graft and resorbable collagen membrane for predictable bone regeneration.