Achieving anterior implant esthetics is a challenging and demanding procedure. To create implant restorations with harmonious gingival contour that emulate nature is a fusion of science and art. Understanding the biologic and physiologic limitations of the soft and hard tissue will facilitate redictability in simple to complex esthetic situations.This 1-day resentation focused on current implant treatment philosophies and methodologies for replacing currently missing teeth and the management of patients who will be losing a tooth or teeth in the esthetic zone. Equal emphasis is placed on the diagnosis and treatment planning, surgical and prosthetic management of soft and hard tissue for optimal anterior implant esthetics.
About Our Speaker
Joseph Kan, DDS, MS completed his Prosthodontics training and the Master degree in Implant Dentistry from Loma Linda University School of Dentistry (LLUSD) in 1995. His honors include the 1997 Best Research Award from the Academy of Osseointegration and the 2003 Judson C. Hickey Scientific Writing Award from the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry.
Dr. Kan served as the clinical director for the Center for Prosthodontics and Implant Dentistry, LLUSD from 1996 to 1998. He is currently Professor in the Department of Restorative Dentistry and the coordinator for the Pre-doctoral Implant Program at LLUSD. He also maintains a private practice limited to Prosthodontics and Implant Surgery.
Dr. Kan is a member of the Editorial Board for the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. He is also one of the Section Editor of Periodontology/Implantology for the Practical Procedures & Aesthetic Dentistry. Dr. Kan has lectured worldwide and had published numerous articles on refereed journals and chapters in textbooks. Dr. Kan is a member of the Academy of Osseointegration, American College of Prosthodontists, American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics and an Associate member of the Pacific Coast Society of Prosthodontists.
Course Info
CE Meeting, Continental Breakfast & Buffet Lunch Date: Friday, March 20, 2015 Time: 8:00AM-4:30PM Location: FountainGrove Inn 101 Fountain Grove Parkway Santa Rosa, CA 95403 Cost: $80.00 REDS Members & Staff $160.00 CDA Members from other components $240.00 Non-CDA Dentists