Dr. James Downs

Implant EZ I: Over the Shoulder

This is a comprehensive program designed to familiarize the general practitioner with the simplicity of single tooth replacement. This course will teach any general practitioner to successfully and profitably incorporate implant services into their practice. The instruction will be on basic implant applications, delivery systems, pre and post-operative considerations, and demonstrating the essential steps involved in predictable aesthetics and functional treatment of implants. Upon completing this course, you will be able to successfully present, place, gain acceptance, and restore single tooth implants.

Treatment Planning

Proper Diagnosis most Complete Treatment Planning.
Qualifying the patient for implant treatment.
Diagnostic Models and Radiographs.
Treatment sequencing & working relationships with specialists.
Surgical stents and wax ups.

Restorative Treatment

Placing implants in a short time frame without flap entry-quick, easy, and convenient for patients.
Treatment sequence: working with Periodontist and Oral Surgeons.
Impression sequence: impression techniques.
Laboratory communication and techniques.
Delivery the prosthetic appliance.
Follow up care.
Soft and hard tissue management.

Hands-On

Placing implants in models.
Using the tools of the trade.

Additional topics

Marketing and building the implant practice.
Get financing accomplished
Laser use and digital radiography.
Staff training.
Case presentation including fees.

Question & Answers

Optional: bring a current case (Panorex, P.A., and Models with bite registration) we can treatment plan together.

Dates and Locations

October 1-2, 2010

Dr. James Downs

Arrowhead Dental Laboratory

Sandy, UT