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Duration:1 Day
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Time:9:00AM-4:30PM
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CPD:6 hours
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Full Price:£499
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Early Bird Price:£449
Course overview
Featured Image courtesy of Frank Zimmerling (2025)
Introduction
Implant Assisted Overdentures – 1 day hands-on and theory course for CDTs.
Welcome to this comprehensive, one-day course on Implant Assisted Overdentures intended for clinical dental technicians committed to expanding their clinical expertise and theoretical knowledge.
This 1-day course integrates theoretical foundations with practical application, fostering an in-depth understanding of implant-assisted overdentures.
Utilizing a combination of case studies and hands-on exercises under the guidance of experienced faculty, participants will have the opportunity to learn the technical and subjective nuances associated with this prosthodontic approach.
This CPD course is designed to enhance practitioner competence, contribute to improved patient outcome, and foster an increased understanding of the integral role of implant-assisted overdentures.
Aims
- To educate participants about the importance of complete dentures and implant-assisted overdentures as viable treatment options for edentulous or partially edentulous patients.
- To provide a comprehensive overview of the principles, techniques, and advancements in complete denture fabrication and implant-supported overdentures.
- To showcase the benefits and limitations of each treatment option, enabling participants to make informed decisions when recommending treatment to patients.
- To highlight the impact of complete dentures and implant-assisted overdentures on patients’ quality of life, including improved function, aesthetics, and overall satisfaction.
Learning objectivies
Delegates will be able to understand:
- The indications and contraindications for complete dentures and implant-assisted overdentures based on patient-specific factors.
- The step-by-step process of complete denture fabrication, including impressions, occlusal records, tooth selection, and try-in stages.
- The various types of attachment options used in implant-assisted overdentures and discuss the treatment process for the Locator and Novaloc system.
- The benefits of implant-assisted overdentures over conventional complete dentures, such as enhanced stability, retention, and preservation of bone and soft tissues.
- How to address common challenges and complications associated with this treatment option and explore strategies for managing them effectively.
- How to provide guidelines for post-treatment care, maintenance, and regular follow-ups to ensure the longevity and success of complete dentures and implant-assisted overdentures.
Course Dates
Course start date
16th Jul 2025 9:00 am
Course end date
16th Jul 2025 4:30 pm
Price
£499
(Full Price Jul 16 25)
Meet the Tutor
Professor Bill Sharpling
MBA, DipCDT RCS (Eng), FDTFEd RCS (Ed), FCGDent
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PRAISE FOR LONDEC
“As an oral surgeon out of general dental practice for almost a decade, this course was an eye-opener, refreshers and confidence booster all in one. There was great coverage theoretically and practically would highly recommend this course for GDP of all levels!”
“As an oral surgeon out of general dental practice for almost a decade, this course was an eye-opener, refreshers and confidence booster all in one. There was great coverage theoretically and practically would highly recommend this course for GDP of all levels!”