Chairman
Robert Miller, M.A., D.D.S., FACD, DABOI, HFAAID, FAO
Dr. Robert Miller received his B.A. from New York University and M.A. from Hofstra University, both in biology. He graduated with honors from New York University College of Dentistry, where he received the International College of Dentists Award for clinical excellence. Dr. Miller is a Board Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry and holds several prestigious fellowships. He has lectured nationally on all phases of oral Implantology and aesthetic dentistry and is the director of The Center for Advanced Aesthetic and Implant Dentistry in Delray Beach, FL.
Co-Chairmen:
Richard Leong, D.D.S.
Bruce Knecht, D.M.D.
Mark Roberts, D.D.S.
Wolf Schwartz, D.D.S.
Tarek Assi, D.M.D.
Philip Kohn, D.D.S., Periodontal Consultant
John Stone, D.D.S., Prosthodontic Consultant
David Feinerman, D.M.D., M.D., Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Consultant
Course Description
The Oral Implantology program is a comprehensive three-year course consisting of a one-year prosthetic and two-year surgical residency. This intensive program includes 21 full days of instruction with a morning didactic seminar and an afternoon clinical session where participants can gain hands-on experience performing surgical or prosthetic procedures on patients.
The course is patterned after the AAID Maxicourse and is designed to train dentists in the diagnosis, treatment planning, and execution of simple to complex dental implant cases. Participants will also gain extensive experience with major implant systems and learn how to incorporate this sophisticated care into their dental practices.
The program prepares residents for AAID, ABOI, and ICOI Fellow/Diplomate exams, providing a comprehensive understanding of both surgical and prosthetic components of dental implants. The course is limited to 30 residents, with priority given to returning doctors, so early enrollment is highly recommended.
Course Curriculum
Introduction to Oral Implantology
- Introduction to Course
- History and Rationale for Implants
- Maxillofacial Anatomy
- Histology
- Biomechanics and Occlusion
- Biomaterials and Surface Coatings
- Implant Terminology
Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
- Medical Evaluation
- Pharmacology
- Indications/Contraindications for Implants
- Diagnosis
- Treatment Planning
- Pre-Operative Workup/Master Diagnostic Model
- Surgical Templates
- Reconstructive Classifications
- Informed Consent
- Medical Clearance
Surgical Considerations and Classifications
- Bone and Ridge Classifications
- Periodontal Considerations
- TMJ Evaluation
- Bone Grafting/Expansion
- Soft-Tissue Grafting
- Flap Design
- Suture Techniques
- Volumetric Scanning/Digital Radiography
- Selection of Implant Modality
Prosthetic Options
- Prosthetic Options
- Progressive vs. Immediate Loading
- Attachments and Tooth/Implant Splinting
- Cement vs. Screw Retained Restorations
Peri-Implant Considerations
- Esthetics in Implant Dentistry
- Healing Abutments
- Temporization for Soft Tissue Healing
- Implants in Orthodontics
- Radiation/Chemotherapy
- Lasers in Oral Implantology
- Treatment of Ailing/Failing Implants
- Management of the Failed Implant Case
Laboratory Techniques
- Impression Techniques
- Communicating with the Laboratory Technician
- Setting up the Semi-Adjustable Articulator
- Medico-Legal Considerations
- Maintenance
Major Implant Systems Review
Implant Surgery
- Submerged vs. Non-Submerged Implants
- Immediate, Delayed-Immediate and Delayed Placement
- Tapered vs. Cylindrical Implants
- One-stage vs. Two-stage procedures
- Transitional Implants
- Small Diameter Implants
Ridge Augmentation Procedures
- Bone Graft Types
- GBR/GTR
- Membranes, Tacks and Screws
- Titanium Mesh
- Block Grafts and Ridge Expansion/Splitting
- Distraction Osteogenesis
- Bone Growth Factors (rh-PDGF, BMP)
- Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)
- Platelet Rich in Growth Factors (PRGF)
- Platelet Rich Fibrin (L-PRF)
- Piezo Surgery
Prosthetically Driven Implant Surgery
- Bar Retained Overdentures
- Fixed Detachable
- Marius Bridge
- “All-On-Four”
- “Tilted” implants
- Zygomatic implants
- Fixed Multiple Unit
- Single Implants in the Esthetic Zone
- Immediate Load, Immediate Provisionalization
- Stereolithic Models, Rapid Prototype and CAD-CAM Milled
- Surgical Guides
Plate Form and Eposteal Implants
- Plate-Form Implants
- Eposteal Implants
- Direct Bone Impression
- CT Procedures
- CAD CAM custom made implants
Treatment of the Atrophic Maxilla
- Sinus Grafting
- Lateral Wall/Osteotome Approaches
- Sinus Balloon
- Immediate vs. Delayed Implant Placement
- Sinus Repair
- Grafting the Pre-Maxilla
- Inlay vs. Onlay Grafting
Computerized Treatment Planning
- CBCT Volumetric Scanning
- Implant Planning Software
- Computer Generated Surgical Guides
- Active vs. Passive Surgical Navigation
Major Procedures/Hospital Dentistry
- Facial Trauma
- LeFort Procedures
- Orthognathic Surgery
- Segmental Osteotomy
- Hyperbaric Oxygen
- Cranio-Facial Applications
- Sequencing the Complex Implant Case