5-Day Pterygoid Implant Live Patient Surgical Externship
Five days of live-patient pterygoid implant surgery, observed alongside Dr. Louie Al-Faraje and experienced faculty, for doctors managing severely resorbed maxillary ridges.
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What you will take home
By the end of the program, observers will be able to:
- Understand pterygomaxillary anatomy and its clinical relevance to pterygoid implant placement.
- Understand CT scan evaluation and the role of three-dimensional imaging in pterygoid implant treatment planning.
- Recognize the clinical indications and treatment-planning considerations for pterygoid implants in severely resorbed maxillary ridges.
- Observe step-by-step pterygoid implant surgical protocols and understand the rationale behind each stage of the procedure.
- Understand the principles of patient positioning, implant insertion, angulation, and the selection and use of surgical instruments.
- Gain insight into the role of pterygoid implants in supporting full-arch restorations and facilitating immediate loading protocols.
- Understand suturing techniques and postoperative care following pterygoid implant placement.
- Recognize potential surgical complications and understand strategies for their prevention and management.
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of how pterygoid implants can be incorporated into treatment plans for patients with an atrophic maxilla.
What the program covers
The Pterygoid Implant LIVE Patient Observation Externship offers a unique opportunity to gain firsthand exposure to pterygoid implant surgery in an immersive, five-day live-patient clinical learning environment.
Designed for doctors who want to deepen their understanding of pterygoid implant treatment without directly performing surgical procedures, this program provides valuable insight into the diagnosis, treatment planning, surgical principles, and clinical decision-making involved in managing severely resorbed maxillary ridges with insufficient bone volume.
Observers will follow Dr. Louie Al-Faraje and experienced faculty through live-patient cases, gaining insight into pterygomaxillary anatomy, CT scan evaluation, and the clinical considerations involved in selecting pterygoid implants as an alternative anchorage option in the atrophic maxilla.
Through direct observation of surgical procedures and faculty-guided discussions, observers will gain a deeper understanding of patient positioning, implant insertion and angulation, surgical instrumentation, suturing techniques, and postoperative care. The program also explores immediate loading protocols, the potential advantages and limitations of pterygoid implants, and the prevention and management of surgical complications.
This program may be taken independently or concurrently with the All-on-4 Surgical Externship, offering an opportunity to expand your understanding of advanced implant treatment options for the atrophic maxilla.
Observation only. Observers will not perform surgery or directly participate in patient treatment.
Key details
- Clinical focus: Pterygoid implant placement in the atrophic maxilla
- Faculty guidance: Dr. Louie Al-Faraje and experienced faculty
What comes with your enrollment
- Certificate of attendance.
- Lecture material and recorded surgical videos are provided to participants before the program to enhance the learning experience.
- Special product discounts.
- Flights and lodging will need to be arranged by the participant; however, we will provide transportation to and from San Diego International Airport (SAN) as well as transportation in Mexico.
- Lunch and dinner will be provided by CII, with breakfast provided by the hotel.
By Dr. Al-Faraje, included
A certificate that counts
Completion of the program earns a 90 CE certificate of attendance.
California Implant Institute is a Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority, or AGD endorsement. Nationally Approved from 8/1/2022 to 7/31/2028. Provider ID 108066.
CE hours & credentialing
Upon completion of this program, participants will receive 90 continuing education (CE) hours. These hours may be applied toward the Implant education requirements for credentialing through the ICOI, AAID, and ABOI, subject to each organization's eligibility criteria and approval.
ClinicalInstructors
Over the years, I've had the good fortune to attend implant-related CE courses given by some of the most gifted implant experts of our time. In that group of world-class mentors, I include Dr. Louie Al Faraje, who demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of the didactic elements, yet focuses on the practical aspects of implantology, giving us information we need to help in making daily clinical decisions. He provides a top-quality venue, excellent organization of materials, and a refreshing humility, which encourages attendees to ask questions, and gives them the confidence to extend the range of services they offer to their patients.
Observation track tuition. To operate on live patients, see the Pterygoid Implant surgical externship.
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