Price - $1,499.00 Description This in-person, two-day course introduces clinicians to the foundations of implant placement with a focus on single posterior implants, the cornerstone of implant dentistry. Through an engaging mix of lecture and guided hands-on exercises, participants will learn the complete workflow from patient selection and treatment planning to surgical protocol and prosthetic restoration. Emphasis is placed on clinical decision-making, anatomy review, drilling sequences, suturing, and restoration strategies to ensure predictable long-term success. Designed for clinicians new to implant placement, this course delivers the confidence and competence needed to integrate single-tooth implant procedures into daily practice. Learning Objectives: - Identify patient selection criteria and diagnostic workflows for single implant cases. - Perform socket grafting, suturing, and step-by-step drilling protocols on models. - Review implant system components, biomaterial selection, and surgical anatomy. - Understand prosthetic restoration options and occlusal considerations for longevity. - Integrate clinical protocols for case planning and post-operative management About the Speaker Xavier SaabDr. Xavier Saab received his doctorate at the University of Guayaquil in Ecuador. He graduated Magna Cum Laude as the valedictorian of his class. Dr. Saab was awarded a full scholarship for his residency and specialty training at The University of Texas Houston Health Science Center Dental Branch, where he received his Certificate in Prosthodontics and Master of Science degree. Dr. Saab completed a residency rotation in the M. D. Anderson Cancer Center Department of Head and Neck Surgery. He has also served as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the graduate program of the UTHHSC Dental Branch Department of Restorative Dentistry. Dr. Saab is an active member of the American College of Prosthodontists. Additionally, he has trained at the Dawson Center for Advanced Dental Study, which makes him highly qualified to treat extensive and complex restorative cases.
