Added value of Pterygoid Implant approach and immediate loading
Speaker: Henri Diederich
Date: June 20, 2025
Time: 1445‐15:45
Room: Speaker room 2
The aim of this session lecture is designed to provide dental professionals with in-depth knowledge and hands-on insights into Pterygoid implants and immediate loading protocols for patients with severe bone atrophy.
Objectives
By the end of this session participants will have been:
- Introduced to the anatomical considerations of the pterygoid region.
- Shown comparisons of traditional and tissue level implant placement techniques (eliminating the need for sinus lifts and bone grafts).
- Provided with a review of real-world clinical cases.
- Guided on how to manage complications and ensure long term implant stability.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this session participants should be able to:
- Understand the role of Pterygoid implants, recognising indications and contraindications.
- Compare Pterygoid implants with conventional implant techniques in atrophic maxilla cases.
- Avoid bone grafting and sinus lifts while achieving stable implant fixation.
- Reduce surgical time and patient recovery times.
General Dental Council eCPD outcomes: C and D.
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