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Speaker: Dr. Tobias Fretwurst
Abstract: After decades of research and development, titanium dental implants are a cornerstone of modern prosthetic restoration today. Although, titanium is still the material of choice for dental implants, a nascent demand in tooth-colored, metal-free zirconia (zirconium dioxide, ZrO2) ceramic dental implants has increased in recent years. This lecture will summarize the present available implant materials and the available evidence for their immunological potential on the peri-implant tissue.
Learning Objectives:
1. Differentiate contemporary implant materials available on the market
2. Recognize how implant materials are affecting the peri-implant tissue
3. Discuss peri-implant disease and implant material selection
Tuition: $70/1 (one) ADA credit hour
Course Prerequisites: None required
Course Format: Virtual Lecture
Conflict of Interest: None reported by speaker
Contact: Caitlin Laughlin at caitlin_laughlin@hsdm.harvard.edu
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation 7 days before the course will be eligible for full refund. No refund will be made within 7 days of the course initiation date.
Harvard School of Dental Medicine is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. The Harvard School of Dental Medicine designated this activity for 1 continuing education credit.
