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Banu Karayazgan is the Professor and Chair of the Department of Prosthodontics at the University of Pittsburgh's School of Dental Medicine, as well as the Director of the Maxillofacial Prosthodontics Department at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. She earned her dental degree from Istanbul University in 1997 and completed her residency in Prosthodontics and Maxillofacial Prosthodontics in 2005. In 2004, she was selected for the ITI (International Team for Implantology) scholarship at the University of Florida's Center for Implant Dentistry. Formerly, she served as the Chair and Education Delegate of the ITI Turkey and Azerbaijan Section and as the Task Force Group Leader of ITI-Woman. Currently, she is a member of the Women in Implantology Network's Global Core Leadership Group, an ITI-USA Section Fellow, and a registered speaker. Her teaching responsibilities include prosthodontics, implantology and digital dentistry, and she is an active lecturer at both national and international levels
Implant Prosthetics: Essential Clinical Tips for Success
The success of implant prosthetics depends on a range of significant factors, from an in-depth initial patient evaluation to comprehensive post-operative care. This presentation will provide an overview of key clinical guidelines that are crucial for achieving optimal results in implant prosthetics. The importance of precise treatment planning, which includes careful selection of appropriate materials, and the application of advanced techniques and how these foundational elements collectively contribute to the robustness of implant prosthetics is emphasized.
Learning objectives
- Understand the Comprehensive Patient Assessment Process: Participants will learn how to conduct an in-depth patient evaluation, understanding its crucial role in determining the suitability and planning of implant prosthetics
- Outline Proper Treatment Planning Strategies: Participants will be equipped to outline comprehensive treatment planning strategies for implant prosthetics
- Determine Appropriate Material Selection for Implant Prosthetics: Participants will learn how to assess and determine the most suitable materials for use in implant prosthetics
Evolution in Implantology: The Latest in Abutment & Material Choices
With the ongoing innovations in implantology, the selection of appropriate prosthetic materials and abutments is critical for successful clinical outcomes. This presentation reviews various recent options for implant superstructure materials, with a focus on their mechanical properties, biocompatibility, and aesthetic results. Additionally, it explores the evolution of abutment designs, emphasizing how these have been adapted to meet a range of clinical requirements and individual patient needs. The impact of these advancements on clinical practice is also discussed, offering a comprehensive guide for clinicians. This will aid in making informed decisions about abutment and material selection in the ever-evolving field of implantology.
Learning objectives
- Understand the Latest Prosthetic Materials in Implantology: Participants will gain knowledge about the newest materials used in implant superstructures, including their mechanical properties and biocompatibility, and how these materials contribute to the success of dental implants
- Explore Advancements in Implant Abutment Design: Attendees will learn about the evolution of abutment designs in dental implants, focusing on how these designs have been adapted to meet diverse clinical and patient-specific requirements
- Apply Knowledge on implant abutments and prosthetic materials in Clinical Decision-Making: Participants will be able to apply the knowledge gained from the presentation to make informed decisions about abutment and material selection in their own clinical practice, enhancing patient outcomes in implantology