Dental CE Course: Maximizing Clinical Excellence Through Innovative Biologic Technologies: Minimally Invasive Ridge Augmentations

Synopsis:
Creating longevity in implant dentistry is the summation of three main elements – 1) confidence in implant stability, position, and angulation, 2) comfort level with the technique or approach employed, and 3) a cornucopia of bone. Site development is at the core of my surgical technique, and minimally invasive ridge augmentations are just one of the ways I can achieve confidence and a level of comfort in my implant placement. Utilizing this GBR (guided bone regeneration) approach, we will explore how to create our cornucopia of bone to ensure maximum bone volume at the time of implant placement.

Description of Speaker:
Anthony J Reganato is a Private Practice Periodontist and Board-Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. Originating out of Long Island, NY, he attended New York University College of Dentistry for his DDS Degree, continuing on with a 2-year GPR Residency at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in Queens, NY. He graduated from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in 2010 with two Certificates in Periodontics and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Dentistry, and is currently practicing in several general practitioner offices in the Chicagoland area.

Educational Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to achieve the following:
•Clinically identify sites where bone is deficient in a horizontal dimension
•Understand the steps involved in performing a minimally invasive ridge augmention procedure
•Design a full-thickness flap for visibility and access to the surgical site
•Perform a periosteal release that will allow for tension-free closure of the augmented site
•Understand how and why we decorticate the cortical bone
•Understand the use of a resorbable membrane in order to idealize its GBR properties
•Create primary closure via various suturing techniques and materials

Disclosure:
Dr. Reganato declares that neither he nor any member of his family have a financial arrangement or affiliation with any corporate organization offering financial support or grant monies for this continuing dental education program, nor does he have a financial interest in any commercial product(s) or service(s) he will discuss in the presentation.