Socket-Shield Technique

Course Overview

• Objective: Teach new dental graduates the Socket-Shield Technique, including the use of digital planning tools, guided surgery, and techniques for immediate implant loading.

• Duration: 1 day (approximately 8 hours, including breaks).

• Format: Lectures, live demonstrations, hands-on sessions.

Morning Sessions

1. Introduction to the Socket-Shield Technique (9:00 AM - 9:30 AM)

• Overview and benefits of the Socket-Shield Technique.

• Historical development and theoretical background.

2. Digital Planning for Socket-Shield Procedures (9:30 AM - 10:30 AM)

• Introduction to digital tools used in the planning process.

• Step-by-step digital planning of a Socket-Shield case.

3. Guided Surgery in Implantology (10:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

• Importance of precision in implant placement.

• Use of surgical guides in the Socket-Shield Technique.

4. Immediate Implant Loading: Principles and Practice (11:30 AM - 12:30 PM)

• Criteria for immediate loading of dental implants.

• Protocols for immediate implant loading with the Socket-Shield Technique.

Lunch Break (12:30 PM - 1:30 PM)

Afternoon Sessions

5. Hands-On Digital Planning Session (1:30 PM - 2:30 PM)

• Participants use digital software to plan Socket-Shield cases.

• Simulation of surgical guide design.

6. Practical Demonstration of Socket-Shield Surgery (2:30 PM - 3:30 PM)

• Live or video demonstration of the Socket-Shield Technique.

• Emphasis on guide use and implant placement.

7. Hands-On Practice with Models (3:30 PM - 4:30 PM)

• Participants practice the Socket-Shield Technique on dental models.

• Application of immediate loading protocols.

8. Discussion, Q&A, and Certification (4:30 PM - 5:00 PM)

• Open floor for participant questions.

• Review of key learning points.

• Distribution of certificates of completion.

CE Credits:

8 hours

Tuition: $499

Location:

2209 E Chapman Ave

Fullerton CA 9283