- Description
This lecture will focus on the basics of screw vs cement retention using the best available evidence to discuss the pros and cons of each approach. It will conclude with evidence-based clinical recommendations regarding each approach and when to use cement retention vs. screw retention.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the relationship between excess cement and bone loss.
- Comprehend why implants are vulnerable to cement-induced bone loss.
- Correctly design abutments and crowns with cement removal in mind.
- Select appropriate cements and application methods to minimize problems.
- Successfully use both techniques in daily clinical practice
Original live recording Date: May 12, 2017 Re-release date: May 12, 2020 Re-release Date: May 12, 2023 Re-evaluation date: May 12, 2026
AGD Pace Subject Code: 690 - Implants
This course is intended for dental professionals or students with a basic understanding of dental terminology, practice, and proficiency.
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CE Verification Letter Delivery
Once you have completed your on demand course you will receive an AGD PACE CE verification letter in a separate email approximately 2 business days after the course completion. Saturdays and Sundays are not considered business days. If you have not received your CE verification letter after 2 business days, please contact the course coordinator indicated in the course description on DentsplySirona.com. Please allow further processing time for in-person and live webinar courses.
Enquiries Related to This Course
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Dentsply Sirona is designated as a Nationally Approved AGD PACE provider by the Academy of General Dentistry. The formal continuing dental education programmes of this programme provider are accepted by AGD for Fellowship, Mastership and membership maintenance credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial board of dentistry or any other applicable regulatory authority, or AGD endorsement. The current term of approval extends from 1/1/2023 - 12/31/2026. Provider ID 208218
Screw vs Cement Retention in Clinical Practice
Course Details
Free
Available
English
0.5 CE
1 Hour
