I Like Big Abutments and I Cannot Lie — Screw-retained Crowns and Custom Implant Abutments in the General Practice

Credit Details
This electronically delivered self-instructional program is designated for 1.5 hours of CE credit by Farran Media.
AGD Code: 690.

There is no fee to view this course. There is a fee of $36 to take the exam and claim CE credits for this course.

Synopsis:
To describe different clinical situations in which custom abutments and screw-retained crowns are utilized. In order to create restorations on implants that look natural, certain clinical parameters much be met. Methods of digital impression, fabrication and finishing are also covered.

Educational Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:

• To understand the differences between stock and custom abutments.
• To learn when custom abutments can yield better clinical results than stock abutments.
• To know when a screw-retained implant crown may be used over a separate abutment and cemented restoration.
• To learn implant placement protocols that may aid in creating more life-like restorations.
• To understand the process of obtaining an e.max abutment or screw retained crown.

Description of Speaker:
Dr. August De Oliveira has been a Townie since 2000. Since then he began lecturing on 3D technology in 2004, when he became a CEREC basic trainer and currently lectures internationally on implants and 3D Imaging. Since 2008 he’s been involved with Implant Direct’s research and development department and has alpha and beta tested a number of software and products in the implant industry. Dr. de Oliveira has written two books on implantology and has been involved with beta testing Sirona’s Sidexis program. He lectures nationwide for Sirona on the Galileos cone beam system and guided implant surgery, and reach for Implant Direct at their Las Vegas Facility. Dr. De Oliveira practices in Los Angeles.

Disclosure:
Legal Disclaimer: The CE provider uses reasonable care in selecting and providing content that is accurate. The CE provider, however, does not independently verify the content or materials. The CE provider does not represent that the instructional materials are error-free or that the content or materials are comprehensive. Any opinions expressed in the materials are those of the author of the materials and not the CE provider. Completing one or more continuing education courses does not provide sufficient information to qualify participant as an expert in the field related to the course topic or in any specific technique or procedure. The instructional materials are intended to supplement, but are not a substitute for, the knowledge, expertise, skill and judgment of a trained healthcare professional. You may be contacted by the sponsor of this course. The author does disclose that he has a financial interest in training dentists in implants.

Legal Disclaimer:
The CE provider (Farran Media) uses reasonable care in selecting and providing content that is accurate. The CE provider, however, does not independently verify the content or materials. The CE provider does not represent that the instructional materials are error-free or that the content or materials are comprehensive. Any opinions expressed in the materials are those of the author of the materials and not the CE provider. Completing one or more continuing education courses does not provide sufficient information to qualify the participant as an expert in the field related to the course topic or in any specific technique or procedure. The instructional materials are intended to supplement, but are not a substitute for, the knowledge, expertise, skill and judgment of a trained health care professional.

Licensure:
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CE Contact
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