Room 620, SCC, Arch Building

Patient-Specific Implant Material Selection: Positioning Ceramic Implants in Clinical Practice
Moderator: Silvia La Rosa, DDS
Speaker: Homa Zadeh, DDS, PhD

Ceramic implants are an increasingly important option in modern implant dentistry as materials, surface technologies, and restorative protocols continue to advance. This lecture reviews the current evidence on implant survival, marginal bone stability, soft tissue response, and prosthetic complications. It explores patient-specific biomaterial selection, including esthetic demands, patient preferences, and concerns regarding metallic components. Rather than replacing titanium, ceramic implants may broaden treatment options when applied through evidence-based case selection and individualized treatment planning.

Room 617, SCC, Arch Building

Different Applications of Fotona Laser in Treating Dental Diseases
Speaker: Hana C. Hobbs, DDS, MS

This presentation will focus on how the Fotona laser can be used in treating Periodontal Disease, Periimplantitis, In resolving Periapical or Radicular Cysts and how the use of the Fotona laser can enhance healing in difficult cases such as ORN.

Room 606-607, SCC, Arch Building

From Particles to Fibers: The Evolution of Fiber Allografts in Contemporary Implant Site Development
Speaker: Angela Palaiologou-Gallis, DDS, MS

Contemporary regenerative therapy continues to evolve as clinicians seek biomaterials that optimize healing and dimensional stability for implant site development. This presentation reviews the evolution of allograft use in periodontology and examines how graft architecture influences regenerative outcomes. Using two randomized controlled trials, it compares particulate and fiber-form DFDBA, alone and with DBBM, for ridge preservation and sinus augmentation. Clinical implications, graft selection, scaffold design, and future directions in regenerative biomaterials will be discussed.

Room 618, SCC, Arch Building

Novel Implant Macrodesigns and Implant-Abutment Connections for Compromised Clinical Scenarios
Speaker: George Romanos, DDS, PhD, Prof Dr med dent

The lecture will demonstrate experiences with novel macrodesign geometries and tapered implant-abutment connections based on in vitro tests, which can be fundamental for compromised bone conditions, such as immediate loading, bruxism and other critical clinical scenarios.

Room 613-614, SCC, Arch Building

Targeting the Contaminated Implant Surface: The Role of Er:YAG in Peri-Implant Therapy
Speaker: Véronique Benhamou, BSc, DDS, Cert. Perio.

This lecture examines how Er:YAG laser technology can be integrated into the treatment of peri-implant disease, with a focus on decontaminating exposed implant surfaces. The presentation will explore the laser’s ability to disrupt biofilm and remove deposits while minimizing thermal injury and preserving important features of the titanium surface. Current evidence regarding surface changes, biologic response, healing, and the possibility of re-osseointegration will be critically reviewed. Clinical applications, treatment protocols, and case selection will also be discussed to clarify where Er:YAG therapy may add value within a comprehensive strategy for managing compromised implants and supporting long-term peri-implant stability.

Room 615, SCC, Arch Building

Opposites Attract: Harnessing Contrasting Biomaterial Properties for Predictable Ridge Augmentation
Speaker: Israel Puterman, DMD, MSD

This lecture explores how combining biomaterials with opposing characteristics can enhance the predictability of ridge augmentation procedures. Using Bioxclude as an occlusive barrier and laminar plates as rigid, biologically integrated scaffolds, attendees will learn how each material contributes a distinct yet complementary role in guided bone regeneration. Through clinical cases, surgical techniques, and evidence-based discussion, the presentation will demonstrate how leveraging the strengths of both materials can improve space maintenance, graft stability, and regenerative outcomes. Participants will leave with practical strategies for incorporating this dual-material approach into everyday implant reconstruction.

Room 616, SCC, Arch Building

One Laser Platform, Two Variable Challenges: Minimally Invasive Approaches to Aggressive Periodontitis and Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw
Speaker: Allen Honigman, DDS, MS

This case presentation examines the use of the PerioLase® MVP-7™ pulsed Nd:YAG laser in treating Stage III, Grade C periodontitis in a pediatric patient and MRONJ in three adults. Despite two distinct clinical contexts, both conditions were managed with debridement, laser-assisted biostimulation and microbial modulation. MRONJ cases achieved disease downstaging and mucosal closure, while the periodontal case showed clinical and radiographic improvement. These outcomes illustrate how the same platform, through shared mechanisms, supports conservative, minimally invasive periodontal and oral surgical care.

Room 611-612, SCC, Arch Building

Advanced Osseodensification Clinical Protocols
Speaker: Salah Huwais, DDS

Osseodensification, an evidence-based approach to implant site preparation that enhances implant stability and bone density without compromising healing. The lecture will review the latest biomechanical, histological, and clinical evidence of Osseodensification, and define its clinical versatility and the related biomaterials to achieve reproducible outcomes. The lecture will outline advanced clinical protocols for osseodensification, including Sinus Grafting in severely resorbed ridges, advanced Ridge Expansion with Augmentation, Guided Expansion Graft, and Immediate Implant Placement in both single and multirooted sockets with immediate restoration.

Room 608-609, SCC, Arch Building

Practical Full-Arch Implant Therapy: From Digital Planning to Immediate Provisionalization with iEXCEL
Speaker: Miles Madison, DDS, MS

This presentation provides a practical, case-based approach to full-arch implant therapy using the iEXCEL implant system. Through clinical case reviews, the lecture will follow the treatment sequence from digital planning and prosthetically driven implant positioning through surgical execution and immediate provisionalization. Emphasis will be placed on practical decision-making, predictable workflows, and strategies that can be integrated into everyday periodontal practice. The presentation will conclude with an introduction to the new iGUIDE keyless guided-surgery workflow and its application in full-arch treatment.

Room 619, SCC, Arch Building

A Periodontist & Prosthodontist Point/Counterpoint: Solutions for Loading: Why, When & How
Speakers: Julian Conejo, DDS, DMD, MS and Rodrigo Neiva, DDS, MS

This forum will focus on contemporary methods of interdisciplinary treatment for the management of simple and complex implant-based rehabilitation. A point/counterpoint discussion will offer participants different perspectives on a variety of clinical scenarios as there is often more than one equally correct approach to treatment.

Room 620, SCC, Arch Building

Mastering Peri-Implantitis: A Biological and Technological Approach to Implant Salvage
Speaker: Jaebum Lee, DDS, MSD, PhD

Long-term implant health depends on biological stability, not just mechanical cleaning. Traditional tools often fail to reach complex threads or may damage surfaces. The Er,Cr:YSGG laser offers a paradigm shift: using radial and side-firing tips, it effectively detoxifies surfaces without thermal damage. This creates a “bio-friendly” environment, encouraging osteoblasts and fibroblasts to attach. Clinical evidence confirms this laser-treated surface is superior for bone regrowth and true re-osseointegration.

Room 616, SCC, Arch Building

Achieving Predictable Outcomes in Implant Therapy Through Interdisciplinary Digital Workflows
Speakers: Dr. Gustavo Avila-Ortiz, DDS, MS, PhD and Christopher A. Barwacz, DDS, FAGD, FICD

Optimizing long-term biologic and prosthetic outcomes after implant therapy directly depends upon the capacity of the interdisciplinary team to communicate and execute the treatment plan effectively and predictably. Digital tools and their associated workflows facilitate predictable patient and site-specific treatment protocols, while shortening treatment timeframes compared to conventional approaches. This presentation, drawing from contemporary evidence, will discuss how the periodontist and general restorative dentist can utilize digital workflows to optimize surgical and prosthetic outcomes, while creating a shared communication platform.

Room 613-614, SCC, Arch Building

The Evidence is Mounting: Why You Should Have an Alloplast in Your Regenerative Armamentarium
Speaker: Paul S. Rosen, DMD, MS, FACD, FICD
Moderator: Anton Sculean, DMD, MS, PhD

The opportunity to have a bone graft that is neither of human nor animal origin is quite appealing. However, the historical experience with alloplasts had not been on a par with other graft materials until now. Made of synthesized carbonate apatite, Cytrans Granules has the evidence to support its use. This lecture will present the mounting preclinical and clinical proof, including reentry and human histology, to justify why you should be using it today.

Room 606-607, SCC, Arch Building

Survival Is Not Success: Clinical and Regenerative Strategies to Prevent Peri-Implant Tissue Complications
Speaker: Frank Schwarz, DMD, MSD, PhD

Implant survival does not necessarily indicate therapeutic success. This presentation examines how patient-related risk factors, initial defect morphology, peri-implant tissue conditions, biomaterial selection, surgical execution, and supportive maintenance collectively influence clinical success. Using evidence-based concepts and representative clinical scenarios, it presents a structured workflow aimed at minimizing biological complications, maintaining peri-implant tissue stability, and improving long-term patient-centered outcomes.

Room 615, SCC, Arch Building

Outshined: Elevating Ridge Augmentation with Modern Regenerative Solutions
Speaker: Curry Leavitt, DMD, MS

From Laminar Plates to Membranes—Building Predictable Bone with the Maxxeus Portfolio: Seattle gave rise to a sound that changed music forever through innovation, authenticity, and breaking the rules. Regenerative surgery has undergone a similar evolution. Today’s clinicians have access to biologic materials and techniques that make predictable ridge reconstruction more efficient than ever before. This lecture explores how laminar plate ridge augmentation fits into a modern regenerative workflow while demonstrating how the complete Maxxeus portfolio—including cortical laminar plates, particulate bone grafts, and BioXclude membranes—can be combined to manage everything from extraction socket preservation to complex horizontal and vertical ridge deficiencies. Through clinical cases, surgical videos, and practical treatment algorithms, attendees will gain a systematic approach to selecting the right regenerative solution for every defect.

Room 617, SCC, Arch Building

Beyond FGG: Predictable Keratinized Tissue Gain with Nanofiber-based Augmented Gingival Matrix (AGM)
Speaker: Thorsten Steinberg, PhD

Adequate keratinized gingiva is essential for long-term periodontal and peri-implant health. Although FGG remains effective, palatal harvesting adds morbidity, pain, and surgical complexity. This session introduces Nanofiber-based Augmented Gingival Matrix (AGM), an FDA-cleared gelatin/PCL scaffold designed to support predictable keratinized tissue gain. Clinical data and cases will highlight stable outcomes, esthetic integration, simpler handling, and improved patient comfort beyond conventional FGG.

Room 611-612, SCC, Arch Building

Advanced Digital Technologies for Full Arch Treatment
Speaker: Prof. Alessandro Pozzi, DDS, PhD

Advanced AI-powered digital technologies enable precise planning, implant placement, and immediate loading of full-arch cases. Guided surgery, navigation, and robotics optimize outcomes for complex atrophic patients, making more predictable use of angulated, zygomatic, and pterygoid implants. Intraoperative digital scanning and photogrammetry allow full-arch impressions without chairside relines. This workflow supports delivery of a 3D-printed temporary prosthesis in under one hour. A detailed step-by-step, evidence-based protocol will be presented for FP1 and FP3 cases, including the differences in soft tissue management and zirconia selection.

Room 618 SCC, Arch Building

Regenerative REALS – Advancing Science and Clinical Practice with a Novel Biomaterial
Speakers: Michael K. McGuire, DDS; Irina Dragan, DMD, DDS; and Rachel Schallhorn, DDS, MS
Moderator: Jeanne Ambruster, PhD

Part I: This session presents real-world evidence on the use of a novel biomaterial (OsteoGen Plug®, Impladent LTD) in different therapeutic indications. Investigators will report clinical, radiographic, and histologic data from a multi-center, randomized controlled clinical trial. Clinicians conducted the study in The McGuire Institute’s practice-based research network, where results can be generalized to multiple practice environments and followed long term. The session will also explore expanded high-value indications for this novel biomaterial and feature clinical successes.
There will be a panel discussion at the end of Part II that includes speakers from both sessions.

Room 608-609, SCC, Arch Building

Immediate Molar Implants:  Options for Tissue Conditioning
Speaker: Phil Walton, DDS, MMSc, FRCD(C)

The major focus of most implant related education tends to favor the protocols and nuances involved in the so-called “anterior esthetic zone”  while interestingly enough the bulk of implants placed by practitioners involve molar sites.  Little information or updates have been provided on immediate protocols in these sites despite their frequency and desire for patients to expedite care across all treatments.  Even less attention has been drawn to the subsequent options available for tissue conditioning prior to impression and restoration.  This lecture will explore the various options available to both surgical and restorative clinicians to help create favorable short and long-term outcomes for our patients and streamlining molar implant placement and restoration.

Room 619, SCC, Arch Building

Optimal Solutions for Smile Design, Implants, Bone Grafting and Facial Esthetics: The Evolution of Computer-Guided Treatment Planning
Speaker: Todd Scheyer, DDS, MS

This forum will demonstrate the present and future of dental implantology, focusing on the newest generation of implant design within a digital workflow. The forum will cover utilizing AI and treatment planning software, such as RealGUIDE®, to increase accuracy and predictability with both immediate and delayed loading. We will look at how clinicians are utilizing artificial intelligence to improve workflows, patient experiences, and operational excellence, now and in the future.

Room 616, SCC, Arch Building

When Success Turns Complex: Managing Late Implant Complications
Speaker: Dr. Rodrigo Neiva

 Every clinician wants to be involved with implant dentistry, but no one wants to be involved when complications happen. Periodontists are prepared to deal with early complications. Dealing with late complications often depends on creative solutions, and an interdisciplinary approach. The aim of this presentation is to present common complications and to discuss possible solutions for everyday problems.

Room 613-614, SCC, Arch Building

Carbonate Apatite for Ridge Preservation: An Engineered Alternative to Allografts
Speaker: Robert Reti, DDS, FACS, FICD, FACD
Moderator: Anton Sculean, DMD, MS, PhD

Alveolar ridge preservation is essential for maintaining alveolar ridge dimensions and facilitating future implant placement. Carbonate apatite (Cytrans® Granules) is an engineered bone graft material designed to mimic the mineral composition of human bone and is characterized by osteoconductivity and gradual replacement by newly formed bone. This presentation reviews the biological rationale and clinical applications of carbonate apatite as an alternative to allografts for ridge preservation, highlighting its potential to support predictable hard tissue regeneration.

Room 606-607, SCC, Arch Building

From Bone Augmentation to Soft Tissue Integration: A 30 Year Journey in Implant Dentistry
Speaker: Daniele Cardaropoli, DDS

This lecture will review 30 years of evolution in implant dentistry, from early bone augmentation techniques to contemporary concepts of soft tissue integration and peri-implant esthetics. Biological principles, surgical innovations, and evidence-based clinical strategies for hard and soft tissue management will be discussed, highlighting how advances over the past three decades have improved predictability, function, long-term stability, and patient-centered outcomes in implant rehabilitation.

Room 615, SCC, Arch Building

Clinical Jam Session: Cases, Conversation & Clinical Perspective
Speakers: John Kim, DMD, MS; Vinay M. Bhide, DDS, MSc, FRCDC; Israel Puterman, DMD, MSD; and Curry Leavitt, DMD, MS

Inspired by the spirit of an unplugged session, this panel brings together Drs Vinay Bhide, John Kim, Israel Puterman, and Curry Leavitt for an honest exchange of ideas. Each clinician will present a case and invite discussion on diagnosis, treatment planning, and technique, giving attendees a rare opportunity to hear how experienced clinicians think through complex cases and learn from one another’s perspectives.

Room 611-612, SCC, Arch Building

Mastering Digital Workflows with Nobel Biocare and 3D Printing: Optimizing Provisionalization Efficiency and Outcomes
Speaker: V. Thomas Eshraghi, DMD

Digital workflows allow for improved efficiency, design and fabrication of provisionals optimizing emergence profiles, soft tissue contours, and esthetics. We will review digital integration from guided surgery, pre-op, same day and delayed provisional design workflows utilizing a digitally integrated implant system and the latest in 3D printing. We will highlight provisional design in the aesthetic zone through full arch workflows.

Room 620 SCC, Arch Building

Implant Stability Beyond Osseointegration: Managing Bone and Tissue for Long-Term Success
Speakers: Oded Bahat, BDS, MSD, FACD; Peter Wöhrle, DMD, MMSc; and Paul S. Rosen, DMD, MS, FACD, FICD

This advanced clinical session examines the biologic and mechanical factors that influence buccal plate preservation and long-term peri-implant stability. Evidence-based principles and challenging clinical cases will illustrate strategies for immediate and delayed implant placement. Attention will be given to thin or compromised facial bone. Participants will explore how implant design and surgical technique can improve predictability while reducing complications and supporting stable esthetic outcomes.

Room 618 SCC, Arch Building

Part II: Regenerative REALS – Advancing Science and Clinical Practice with a Novel Biomaterial
Speakers: Irina Dragan, DMD, DDS; Brad Lander, MChD/BChD, MS; and Nika Mehrnia, DDS, DMSc candidate
Moderator: Jeanne Ambruster, PhD

This session presents real-world evidence on the use of a novel biomaterial (OsteoGen Plug®, Impladent Ltd) in different therapeutic indications. Investigators will report clinical, radiographic, and histologic data from a multi-center, randomized controlled clinical trial. Clinicians conducted the study in The McGuire Institute’s practice-based research network, where results can be generalized to multiple practice environments and followed long term. The session will also explore expanded high-value indications for this novel biomaterial and feature clinical successes. There will be a panel discussion at the end that includes speakers from Part I and Part II sessions.

Room 617 SCC, Arch Building

Oragen and Allospark: Boost Your Regenerative Outcomes
Speaker: Bradley S. McAllister DDS, PhD

This presentation will review two unique approaches to improve your clinical regenerative outcomes. Oragen is a cellular bone allograft that has all three key elements for regenerative success: osteoconductive, osteoinductive and osteogenic contributions. Research and clinical cases will demonstrate how Oragen can be successfully integrated into your practice. Allospark has been shown to have increased concentrations of many key growth factors (BMPs, PDGF, IGF, FGF, VEGF) that can be added the graft material of your choice.

Room 608-609, SCC, Arch Building

Designing Implant Sites, Not Just Placing Implants: The Surgical–Restorative Continuum in the Esthetic Zone
Speaker: Sonia Leziy, DDS, Dipl Perio, FCDS(BC), FRCD(C)

Predictable esthetic implant outcomes are not the product of chance but of deliberate, restorative-driven design. This presentation will explore how surgical precision within the context of restorative vision merge to define long-term esthetic stability in anterior implant therapy. The session will frame the biologic parameters that determine success in the esthetic zone — including the bone envelope, soft-tissue phenotype, and what can and cannot be achieved with correct three-dimensional position and implant features relative to the future contours.

Room 619, SCC, Arch Building

The Power of Immediacy: Solutions to Enhance Patient Outcomes and Practice Efficiency with Immediate Implants
Speaker: Suheil Boutros, DDS, MS, FAC

This forum will deliver a practical, clinically driven framework for immediate implant placement in molar sites. Designed for clinicians seeking greater predictability in challenging posterior cases, the discussion will cover decision-making from tooth removal to implant placement. Emphasis will be placed on managing molar anatomy, selecting appropriate candidates for treatment maintaining hard and soft tissue integrity, and achieving reliable primary stability.