The introductory module will introduce basics with a brief history and evloution of implant dentistry. The module runs for 4 days with several didactic sessions and a hands-on session with dummy models. This module will be conducted at DACE Learning Center.

Curriculum:

• Site Anatomy: hard/soft tissues and classification of defects
• Principles and parameters that influence wound healing: Osseointegration & Bone Biology
• Taxonomy of instrumention and relevant usage
• Implant Basics: classification, components, types and selection criteria
• Biomaterial Basics: classification, indications, features and benefits
• Incision & Flap Design
• Suturing types and techniques
• Esthetic Risk Assessment
• Peri-Implant Mucosa & Biologic Width
• Clinical diagnosis, case selection and treatment planning with wax up & surgical stent
• Patient Factors & Compliance
• Medical risk factors & Implant therapy
• Asepsis and Sterilization protocols
• Case Documentation, Dental Photography & Radiological principles
• Indications and techniques relating to insertion of implants in single tooth and fresh extraction site situations
• Atraumatic extractions and site prepration for single tooth implants
• Philosophies of implant retention and stabilization
• Basic surgical principles and implant osteotomy drilling protocols
• Simple socket preservation techniques