Lecture on Dental Implants and Regeneration Techniques

Introduction

• Speaker is a Harvard University graduate, diplomat of the International Dental Implants.
• Involved in public health, especially in Ukraine, providing services to soldiers.
• Speaker practices in San Diego, New York, and Boston.
• Mission includes helping underserved communities and advancing dental education and research.

Humanitarian Effort in Ukraine

• Worked with over 14 doctors from the US, France, and the UK in Ukraine.
• Aimed at treating soldiers and volunteers who suffered injuries.

Dental Implant Techniques

Minimally Invasive Approaches

• Focus on minimally invasive techniques to reduce damage and pain.
• Importance of minimal incision and handling of soft tissue.
• Use of minimally invasive approaches in sinus lift procedures.

Specific Case Studies

• Case of a patient with severe sinus perforation.
• Techniques used included split-thickness flap and crest approach.
• Discussed using a 4.5 x 11.5 mm implant fixture with a focus on achieving stability.

Advanced Procedures and Innovations

• New methods for sinus lift using hydraulic pressure.
• Use of bone marrow aspiration for its osteogenic properties.
• Minimizing surgical trauma through strategic incision placement.

Orthodontics and Implant Placement

• Importance of orthodontics in improving emergence profiles.
• Utilizing orthodontics to close gaps and avoid multiple implants.

Bone Augmentation Techniques

Key Techniques and Materials

• Utilization of titanium-reinforced membranes for stability.
• Transitioning from traditional methods to newer, less invasive techniques.
• Discussion on the benefits of using osteoconductive methods.

Case Examples

• Examples of patients with severe bone loss and the application of grafting techniques.
• The importance of primary closure and stability in bone grafting.

Concepts of Crest and Lateral Window Approach

• Crest approach is preferred for avoiding artery complications.
• Lateral window approach used in certain contexts.
• The development of tools to facilitate easier sinus lifts.

Technological Advancements and Techniques

• Introduction of iPhone 10 sinus lift technique for predictability.
• Emphasis on careful planning and use of guides in implant placement.

Preservation and Minimally Invasive Techniques

• Focus on preserving soft tissue and minimizing incisions.
• Use of partial extraction therapy to preserve emergence profiles.

Planning and Execution

• Importance of pre-surgical planning to avoid misplaced implants.
• Introduction of single-drill methods for efficiency.
• Emphasis on the use of guides and technology in modern dental implantology.

Conclusion

• Encouragement to adapt new techniques and technologies.
• Invitation to observe and learn at the clinic for practical exposure.

Q&A

• Addressed several technical questions about sinus lift, infection control, and bone marrow aspiration.
• Encouragement to visit and observe the procedures in practice.

Note: This lecture places a strong emphasis on minimally invasive techniques, the use of advanced technologies in dental surgery, and the humanitarian aspect of providing care to underserved communities.