Comprehensive Review: Implant Maintenance and Glycine Powder Air Polishing

Credit Hours

3 CE Hours

Speaker

Dr. Silky Sharma

Subject Code

490 Periodontics

Exams

~ Includes Exit Exam

When

26th June, 2025 Thursday
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm CST
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM EST
4:00 PM to 7:00 PM MST
3:00 PM to 6:00 PM PST

Where

Online via Zoom

Pricing

Dentist

$79

Hygienist

$59

ASST & AUX

$59

Speaker

Course Description

This course reviews the 2023 implant maintenance guidelines and provides an in-depth review of glycine powder air polishing. Attendees will learn how to identify and manage peri-implant diseases and apply AAP guidelines to evaluate implant health and disease. The session will also cover glycine air polishing techniques, equipment care, and the advantages over traditional methods, providing practical insights into daily practice.

Course Objectives

Identify characteristics of peri-implant health, mucositis, and peri-implantitis, applying the 2018 AAP Classification.
Review the 2023 implant maintenance guidelines from the associations.
Define key terminology and understand the indications, contraindications, and techniques for effective glycine powdered air polishing while comparing its benefits with other methods.
Discuss patient education strategies to improve compliance and enhance implant maintenance outcomes.