Past Speakers and Course Objectives

APRIL 10, 2026 Joseph Kan, D.D.S., M.S. Implant Therapy for Failing/Missing Teeth in the Esthetic Zone; the Ortho/Perio Restorative Connection Prof. Joseph Kan received his Prosthodontic and Implant Dentistry training from Loma Loma University (LLU) in 1997. He is currently a Professor at LLU and also maintains a private practice. He has received numerous awards and recognition throughout his career, including the 1997 Academy of Osseointegration (AO) Best Research Award, 2003 Judson Hinckey Scientific Award from the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry and the 2005 Robert James Implant Dentistry Award. Course Objectives Prognostic keys for predictable implant esthetics Understanding Soft and Hard Tissue Biology Immediate vs. Delayed vs. Early tooth replacements concepts Immediate Tooth Replacement: Lessons learned over 29 years Root Shield: Lessons learned over 16 Years Split Bone Block Grafting Technique vs. Guided Bone Regeneration Bone and Soft tissue graft Concepts & Techniques Download PDF Flyer

SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 Joseph J. Massad, D.D.S. Restoring the Edentulous Arch Dr. Massad is a private practitioner in Tulsa, OK, and a Fellow of the American and International College of Dentists. Course Objectives A Systematic Approach to Treatment Planning the Edentulous Arch Conventional Dentures in 2025, Where Do Digital Dentures Fit in Practice? Implant-Retained Removable Prosthesis Implant-Retained Fixed Prosthesis Occlusal Design Specifics for the Edentulous Arch Maintenance and Complications Download PDF Flyer

MARCH 28, 2025 Mark C. Nation, D.M.D. Dental Implant Reconstruction for the Edentulous or Partially Edentulous Patient Dr. Nation is a surgical and restorative prosthodontist from the University of Louisville. Course Objectives Rationale for full arch dental implant reconstruction Anatomic influences on surgical and restorative choices Diagnostic imaging and treatment planning Prosthetic options and avoiding clinical complications Maintenance protocols Patient education and home care Download PDF Flyer

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 Armen Mirzayan, D.D.S. Pushing the Limits of Digital Dentistry Dr. Mirzayan received his Doctoral Degree from Northwestern University. Course Objectives Differences of digital scanners Simple digital workflows Complex workflows: multiple implants History of dental printing Financial benefits of in-house printing Future of digital dentistry Download PDF Flyer

APRIL 5, 2024 Howard M. Chasolen, D.M.D. Treatment Planning for the Periodontal/Restorative Patient in the Titanium Age Dr. Chasolen graduated from Rutgers Medical and Dental School in 1991. Course Objectives Review the foundational basis of treatment planning Understand risks & benefits of implant treatment Detail a repeatable protocol of restorative dentistry Substantiate approach with literature Discuss documented cases Download PDF Flyer