Managing Implant Complications – A/Prof Christopher Ho – Saturday 8th November

Dental implants have revolutionised modern dentistry, providing patients with reliable and long-lasting tooth replacement solutions. However, like any medical procedure, complications can arise, leading to challenges that require expert intervention. This full-day, hands-on workshop is designed to equip dental professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage and resolve implant-related complications efficiently. Through a combination of lectures and practical exercises, participants will gain confidence in diagnosing, treating, and preventing implant failures, ensuring better patient outcomes.

Outline:

8:30 Registration

9:00 Lecture – Overview of Implant Compilations

• Aetiology and risk factors for implant failures
• Diagnostic approaches for implant complications
• Decision-making: Salvage vs. removal

10:30 Morning Tea

11:00 Workshop 1 | Removing Implants

• Indications for implant removal
• Step-by-step techniques for atraumatic removal
• Removing implants near critical structures (sinus, nerves)
• Hands-on practice using models, fixture removal kits, and piezo

12:30 Lunch

13:30 Workshop 2 | Removing Broken Screws and Abutments

• Causes of screw fracture
• Techniques for retrieving broken screws and abutments
• Hands-on practice removing broken screws with retrieval tools and methods
• Ultrasonic removal
• Screw removal kits
• Threading of screw channels

15:00 Afternoon Tea

15:30 Workshop 3 | Peri-Implantitis Management

• Aetiology and classification of peri-implantitis
• Non-surgical and surgical treatment approaches
• Hands-on practice in decontamination techniques and regenerative strategies

17:00 Finish

Workshop Objectives:

• Recognise and manage common implant complications
• Gain hands-on experience in implant and abutment removal techniques
• Master advanced techniques for the removal of broken screws, abutments, and cold-welded abutments
• Learn effective strategies for managing peri-implantitis.
• Learn risk mitigation strategies and patient communication approaches