Online Theoretical Course on Implant Prosthetics. Basic level
Theoretical course
Topic 1: Introduction to prosthetic implantology
- Terminology used in prosthetic implantology.
- Features that differentiate an implant from a natural tooth.
- Characteristics of implants; their different shapes and surfaces.
- Biomechanics, different types of force and their effect on the implant.
- The different phases in developing treatment.
- Different types of prosthesis that can be made.
Topic 2: Diagnosis and patient selection
- Medical history and examination of the patient.
- The usefulness of study models.
- Complementary examinations most widely used and why.
- Absolute and relative indications and contraindications.
Topic 3: Wax-ups, x-ray and surgery guide
- The importance of the diagnostic wax-up and its applications.
- The concept of the terms radiological guide and surgical guide.
- The importance of the radiological guide in planning treatment.
- Radiodiagnostic tests and their indications.
Topic 4: Pillar selection
- Factors that determine the type of pillar to use.
- Machine-milled, overpressed machine-milled and cast pillars, characteristics and indications.
- Screw versus cement-retained prosthesis.
Topic 5: Taking impressions
- Differences between natural teeth and implants and their importance in taking impressions.
- Objectives of impressions over implants.
- The different components needed to take impressions.
- Open and closed tray techniques. Characteristics and indications.
- Materials necessary for casting the impression.
Topic 6: Temporary prostheses
- The importance of the temporary prostheses.
- Types of temporary prostheses, indications.
- Concepts of loads and immediate aesthetics.
Topic 7: Unitary prostheses
- Learn about the distinguishing characteristics between anterior and posterior single prostheses.
- The different elements necessary to make a single prosthesis over implants.
- Risk factors involved in achieving an aesthetic result in anterior teeth.
- Knowing about the importance of the distribution of forces in the posterior section as well as in relation to the implanted crown.
Topic 8: Partial prostheses
- Materials used in their preparation.
- Know about the different preparation phases of both anterior and posterior partial prostheses.
- Learn about the type of occlusion in partial prostheses.
Topic 9: Fully fixed prosthesis
- Learn about the different types of prostheses to make according to the materials and the type of prosthesis required. Concept of Hybrid Prosthesis and Full Arch.
- Identify the different components and materials used in a complete fixed prosthesis.
- Know which type of occlusion must be used for fixed implant supported prostheses.
Topic 10: Implant retained overdentures
- The concept of what an overdenture is.
- Clinical indications and contraindications.
- Conceptualising the terms ‘implant-supported overdenture’ and ‘mucosa-implant-supported’ overdenture’.
Teaching staff
- Dra. Sandra Fernández
- Dr. Oriol Cantó
- Dr. Raúl Medina
- Dra. Rosario Cedeño
- Dra. Romina Scalcione
- Dr. Oscar Figueras
- Dr. Roberto Manrique

