EFISIO GIANNI, DMD, MSc, Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in Dental Prosthesis; Master of Science in Dental Materials; Private Dental Practice in Casale Monferrato, Italy.
MINIMALLY INVASIVE IMLANT DENTISTRY FOR THE PARTIAL AND FULLY EDENTULOUS PATIENTS. A DIFFERENT APPROACH WITH SHORT AND NARROW IMPLANTS
Topic of the presentation will be minimally invasive implant surgery. During the presentation we will review in depth short and narrow implants, scientifically validated solutions that represent an effective way of treating our patients with an optimal long-term prognosis. These techniques meet patients’ expectations and simplify our work. The presentation will clarify how to treat almost all of our cases avoiding more complex techniques like GBR or zygomatic, pterygoid and nasal surgery that present high complexity and elevated surgical risks. The course is meant for those colleagues that want to approach minimally invasive implant surgery changing their protocols, increasing patients’ treatment acceptance, reducing stress and improving the quality of the service offered to our patients.
MATIJA GORJANC, MD, DMD, maxillofacial surgeon, former president of the Slovenian Association for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, member of the teaching staff at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia; founder of the Implant Institute, Ljubljana, Slovenia.
THE SURGICAL CORNERSTONES OF SUCCESSFUL IMPLANTOLOGY – WHAT DO WE REALLY NEED AND WHAT IS SUPERFLUOUS?
Modern implantology is a multidisciplinary field that combines biological principles of tissue healing, materials science, surgical approaches, prosthetic procedures, and periodontal concepts. In the last decade, the paradigm of digitalization has been added to this mix.
In our presentation, we want to show the path that implantology has taken: from the primary osteology-based concept of osseointegration, through the emphasized role of prosthetic-guided procedures, to the present day, when digitalization acts as a catalyst, connecting both worlds into a new entity. Unfortunately, this development does not always proceed smoothly. It has its detours and has its dead ends. Backed by more than 25 years of experience, we would like to present surgical concepts in implantology that have stood the test of time. These are augmentation techniques that represent the gold standard in large-scale implantology: guided bone regeneration, sinus floor elevation, and immediate implantation. We will not shy away from procedures that are limited to narrow indication windows, such as lower alveolar nerve transposition or autologous compact bone grafts. And what is the significance of the implant system in implant surgery? We will also touch on complications. How to recognize them, how to solve them, and above all, how to avoid them. In the flood of often sponsored information offered to us by the digital age and in a world of possible hallucinations of artificial intelligence, we want to find the right direction. With the long-term well-being of our patients in mind, we will present our approach to successful, lasting, and minimally invasive – but not over-simplified – implant surgery.
SIMONE LUMETTI, DDS, PhD, MSc, Professor of Implantology, Master’s degree in Implantology; Director of the Implantology and Periodontology Unit, vice-director at the University Dental School, former President of the Postgraduate Master’s Program in Implantology and Periodontology at the University of Parma, Italy.
ALVEOLAR BONE MANAGEMENT AND SIMULTANEOUS IMPLANT PLACEMENT: CLINICAL PERFORMANCE OF A BONE LEVEL SYSTEM
Bone-level implants have become the clinical reference standard for implant placement in both post-extraction sites and healed ridges undergoing regenerative interventions. Modern approaches to alveolar ridge preservation (ARP) and guided bone regeneration (GBR) increasingly require implant systems capable of integrating predictably with either the residual post-extraction anatomy or the volumes reconstructed with biomaterials. In this context, bone-level implants offer a favorable implant–bone interface, predictable marginal bone behavior, and a versatile platform for soft-tissue management.Available evidence and accumulated clinical experience indicate that, in ARP-treated sites, bone-level implants allow more centered and prosthetically driven positioning within the preserved ridge, reducing the need for secondary augmentation and supporting stable esthetic outcomes. In GBR-treated sites, their design promotes a reliable interface with the regenerated bone, favorable load distribution, and stable marginal bone levels over time.Overall, bone-level implants demonstrate high versatility and biological compatibility with current strategies for alveolar ridge preservation and augmentation, making them particularly suitable for complex clinical scenarios and for achieving predictable long-term functional and esthetic results.
HASSAN MAGHAIREH, Leeds dental Implant & Cosmetic Clinic , Leeds – UK, Associate Prof in Oral Surgery & Implant Dentistry, College of Medicine & Dentistry – Ulster University – Birmingham, ITI Fellow, Head of The Scientific Committee, The British Academy of Implant & Restorative Dentistry, UK
MODERN APPROACHES TO ATROPHIC RIDGES: MINIMALLY INVASIVE BONE GRAFTING IN PRIVATE DENTAL PRACTICES
Management of atrophic ridges continues to be one of the most demanding challenges in implant dentistry, particularly in private practice settings where patients increasingly seek predictable, minimally invasive solutions. This lecture will present contemporary techniques in staged bone grafting, highlighting the use of allograft blocks for some cases as well as the Magnesium plate technique in other cases . Through a series of clinical cases, the session will illustrate practical workflows, key decision-making steps, and long-term outcomes that demonstrate how these methods can simplify treatment while enhancing patient comfort and predictability.
KONRAD MEYENBERG, dr. med. dent., Certified specialist for Reconstructive Dentistry of the Swiss and European Dental Society; scientific staff member & lecturer for synoptic treatment planning at the Dental Clinics, Department of Oral Surgery, University of Bern, Switzerland.
HOW TO AVOID TECHNICAL COMPLICATIONS IN ORAL IMPLANTOLOGY. MYTH AND FACTS ABOUT DESIGNS, TYPE OF CONNECTIONS AND MATERIALS FROM THE CLINICIAN’S POINT OF VIEW
Over time many factors influence the reasons for failures. Some of the clinical factores may not have the potential to be significantly changed, e.g. patient predispositions to unfavourable healing, impaired regeneration, metabolic disorders, excessive occlusal loading, and operator skills. However save designs and engineering of implant components as uninfluenceable factors help greatly to reduce frustrating simple mechanical failures both for the patient and the dentist. The current various relevant implant designs are discussed both from an engineering, biological and technical perspective – what are the clear pros and cons in terms of handling and mechanical failure potential? Is there an ideal oral implant design? Different prosthetic workflows are analyzed – what can we expect, and what do we need to achieve the optimal precision to avoid failures?
Objectives:
Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to:
- identify the relevant differences between current implant design concepts
- identify the relevant factors to achieve prosthetic precision
- select the proper material combinations for optimal reconstructions
- minimize the risks for technical complications
JÖRG – MARTIN RUPPIN, dr. med. dent., Oral surgeon, certified specialist in Implantology by the European Dental Association, Member of the mentor program of the German Society for Implantology (DGI); Implant Center Dr. Ruppin & Kollegen, Penzberg, Germany.
DECISION MAKING IN IMMEDIACY- WHAT, WHEN, HOW AND WHY
In this lecture, the focus will be drawn to the issue of decision making in immediacy in modern implant concepts. The lecture will include an overview of the recent scientific research as well as clinical cases on implantology and prosthodontics. The aim is to understand the critical factors for planning and success in immediacy and to understand bone healing around implants in different bone types. The lecture evaluates loading protocols ( such as immediate, progressive and delayed loading) and explains when, why and how an implant should be loaded.
EIK SCHIEGNITZ, prof. dr. dr., Head Division of Implantology, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University od Mainz, Germany; Bachelor of Health Sciences, Master of Science Implantology and Parodontology; Education Delegate of the Leadership-Team ITI Germany; Spokesman of the Leadership-Teams of the National Osteology Group Germany.
PERIIMPLANT SOFT TISSUE MANAGEMENT – THE CLINICAL KEY ELEMENTS FOR YOUR SUCCESS
Successful implant dentistry depends not only on sound surgical and prosthetic planning but also on the strategic management of peri-implant soft tissues. This lecture highlights the clinical key elements that drive long-term functional and aesthetic success. Participants will gain practical insights into soft-tissue assessment, flap design, grafting techniques, and timing considerations for optimal tissue stability. Through evidence-based concepts and case-based guidance, the session aims to refine clinical decision-making and provide predictable strategies for enhancing peri-implant tissue health and patient satisfaction.
HOLGER ZIPPRICH, dr. rer. med., scientist, inventor, and expert in dental materials, groundbreaking contributions to implant surface technology, electrochemical cleaning systems, and the biomechanical development and testing of dental implants, freelance engineer, ongoing consulting for major companies in the dental implant, Seeheim – Jugenheim, Germany.
THE CLINICAL AND TECHNICAL JOURNEY OF THE IMPLANT-ABUTMENT CONNECTION – FROM ITS INCEPTION TO THE HIGH-TECH ELEMENT
Per-Ingvar Branemĺrk is the founder of modern implantology and the inventor of the implant – abutment -connection (IAC). His concept, using 4-6 machined screw implants, was intended exclusively for edentulous jaws. Over the years, however, the demands on prosthetic restorations increased, leading to the prominence of short bridges and single tooth restorations. Since the original implant could no longer meet these requirements, numerous medical-technical advancements were made in the areas of implant surfaces, implant screw design, and especially the IAC. External IACs were primarily replaced by
internal IACs, and the indexing method was frequently modified. However, the main difference for approximately 40 years has been the type of connection itself. A distinction is made between butt joints and conical connections. As is often the case with medicaltechnical products, the specific details of the design are crucial. Extensive studies regarding tightness, micro-movements and handling shows which parameters are crucial for a modern high-tech implant.
