Event dates:
- May 1, 2026: Zygoma & Upper Nasales
- May 2, 2026: Nerve Lateralization & Transposition
- May 3, 2026: Cadaver Lab
- September 4, 2026: Zygoma & Upper Nasales
- September 5, 2026: Nerve Lateralization & Transposition
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September 6, 2026: Cadaver Lab
Course begins at 9:00am and ends at 5:00pm PST each day
Presented by: Dr. Pedro Barreiros
Location: BDG Think Tank - 2101s. Jones Blvd. Las Vegas, NV
8 CEU's will be provided to registered participants per session.
Prerequisites:
- Must be a licensed dentist or other dental professional, as applicable to the course
- Participants should have a foundational knowledge of implant surgery
- Loupes are strongly recommended for the cadaver lab
- Surgical instrumentation will be provided
Surgical Instruments for the cadaver lab will be provided, but you may bring your own if you prefer
Food and Beverages:
- Breakfast, Lunch, and beverages included with registration
Course Objectives
- In-depth exploration of extreme mandible atrophic cases
- Advanced techniques and strategies for nerve lateralization & transposition
- Hands-on practice and case studies
- Expert guidance and mentorship from world renowned clinic
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Evaluate the anatomical considerations associated with extreme atrophic maxillary and mandibular cases, including the pterygoid region, zygomatic anatomy, upper nasales, and the inferior alveolar nerve.
- Differentiate levels of alveolar atrophy and determine appropriate treatment options based on patient anatomy, diagnostic imaging, and restorative goals.
- Develop comprehensive treatment plans utilizing nerve lateralization, nerve transposition, zygomatic implants, pterygoid implants, and related advanced techniques to manage severe atrophic cases.
- Interpret cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) imaging and other diagnostic findings to support predictable surgical planning and risk assessment.
- Demonstrate proper surgical principles for nerve lateralization and transposition through cadaver-based hands-on training.
- Apply evidence-based decision-making to minimize the need for extensive bone grafting and multiple surgical procedures while maintaining predictable clinical outcomes.
- Identify potential complications associated with advanced implant procedures and implement strategies for prevention, intraoperative management, and postoperative care.
- Integrate current scientific literature, clinical evidence, and instructor-guided case studies into treatment planning for complex implant rehabilitation.
- Collaborate effectively with restorative dentists, specialists, and laboratory teams to optimize interdisciplinary treatment planning for full-arch rehabilitation.
- Assess patient-specific factors, informed consent considerations, and long-term maintenance protocols necessary for successful treatment of extreme atrophic cases.
- Formulate comprehensive surgical solutions for complex implant cases using contemporary techniques designed to improve function, esthetics, and long-term treatment success.
