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Demystifying the Zygoma Implant Concept: Cadaver Hands-on Workshop

Saturday, August 16, 2025
09:00 a.m. - 05:00 p.m.

Add to Calendar 2025-08-16 09:00:00 2025-08-16 17:00:00 Demystifying the Zygoma Implant Concept: Cadaver Hands-on Workshop Many potential candidates for implant restoration of the fully edentulous maxilla are primarily interested in a fixed restoration as opposed to a tissue supported over denture. Pneumatized maxillary sinuses usually prohibit the placement of implants for posterior support for a fixed prosthesis following the immediate load graftless solution concept.Tilting of distal implants to avoid anatomic structures or anchorage in the zygoma bone using the zygoma implant are the options available following the graftless concept. Considering the graftless approach allows for reduced treatment time, single-stage surgical reconstructions and immediate loading, this eliminates the need for transitional dentures, therefore, increasing treatment acceptance by patients.Led by an experienced clinician and renowned author in implant dentistry, the comprehensive lecture portion of the program will explore the essential factors for delivering fixed implant-supported restorations for edentulous patients. Dr. Bedrossian will emphasize the biomechanical principles of zygomatic implant placement and examine the rationale behind the various design features of zygomatic implants. Following the lecture, participants will engage in a hands-on workshop to practice zygomatic implant placement on cadaver models, enhancing their practical skills and clinical understanding.You Will LearnTo conduct pretreatment evaluation and determination of the final type of fixed prosthesisTo understand prosthetic and surgical protocols for treatment of the edentulous maxillaTo implement surgical protocols for placement of zygoma implantsTo administer the conversion protocol for patients’ dentures to a fixed provisional, immediate load protocolTo employ postoperative management of immediate load patientsTo examine final prosthetic designs and protocolsTo establish long-term, follow-up care for patients with zygomatic implants to ensure optimal outcomes and address potential complicationsWho Should AttendThis hands-on workshop is designed for oral and maxillofacial surgeons and their restorative team.Early Bird Tuition: $3,295 (for registrations received by July 16)Regular Tuition: $3,495Program: 9:00 am – 5:00 pmLocation: Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, 155 Fifth Street, SFCredits: This activity is designated for 7 units of continuing education credit.Workshop is limited to 8 participants and includes lunch and a light breakfast.University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry would like to acknowledge and thank Straumann USA for their generous support of this workshop.PresenterEdmond Bedrossian, DDS, received his dental degree from the Dugoni School of Dentistry and completed his oral and maxillofacial surgery training at Alameda Medical Center. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, honorary member of the American College of Prosthodontists and fellow of the International Team for Implantology and the Academy of Osseointegration. Dr. Bedrossian is a professor, the director of advanced implant reconstruction and chairman of the International Team for Implantology (ITI) Scholarship Center at the Dugoni School of Dentistry. He has authored numerous articles, textbook chapters and three textbooks focused on treatment planning, the immediacy concept and the zygoma implant. Dr. Bedrossian also maintains a private practice in San Francisco. 155 5th St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry America/Los_Angeles public

Many potential candidates for implant restoration of the fully edentulous maxilla are primarily interested in a fixed restoration as opposed to a tissue supported over denture. Pneumatized maxillary sinuses usually prohibit the placement of implants for posterior support for a fixed prosthesis following the immediate load graftless solution concept.

Tilting of distal implants to avoid anatomic structures or anchorage in the zygoma bone using the zygoma implant are the options available following the graftless concept. Considering the graftless approach allows for reduced treatment time, single-stage surgical reconstructions and immediate loading, this eliminates the need for transitional dentures, therefore, increasing treatment acceptance by patients.

Led by an experienced clinician and renowned author in implant dentistry, the comprehensive lecture portion of the program will explore the essential factors for delivering fixed implant-supported restorations for edentulous patients. Dr. Bedrossian will emphasize the biomechanical principles of zygomatic implant placement and examine the rationale behind the various design features of zygomatic implants. Following the lecture, participants will engage in a hands-on workshop to practice zygomatic implant placement on cadaver models, enhancing their practical skills and clinical understanding.

You Will Learn

To conduct pretreatment evaluation and determination of the final type of fixed prosthesis
To understand prosthetic and surgical protocols for treatment of the edentulous maxilla
To implement surgical protocols for placement of zygoma implants
To administer the conversion protocol for patients’ dentures to a fixed provisional, immediate load protocol
To employ postoperative management of immediate load patients
To examine final prosthetic designs and protocols
To establish long-term, follow-up care for patients with zygomatic implants to ensure optimal outcomes and address potential complications

Who Should Attend

This hands-on workshop is designed for oral and maxillofacial surgeons and their restorative team.

Early Bird Tuition: $3,295 (for registrations received by July 16)
Regular Tuition: $3,495
Program: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location: Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, 155 Fifth Street, SF
Credits: This activity is designated for 7 units of continuing education credit.

Workshop is limited to 8 participants and includes lunch and a light breakfast.

University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry would like to acknowledge and thank Straumann USA for their generous support of this workshop.

Presenter

Edmond Bedrossian, DDS, received his dental degree from the Dugoni School of Dentistry and completed his oral and maxillofacial surgery training at Alameda Medical Center. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, honorary member of the American College of Prosthodontists and fellow of the International Team for Implantology and the Academy of Osseointegration. Dr. Bedrossian is a professor, the director of advanced implant reconstruction and chairman of the International Team for Implantology (ITI) Scholarship Center at the Dugoni School of Dentistry. He has authored numerous articles, textbook chapters and three textbooks focused on treatment planning, the immediacy concept and the zygoma implant. Dr. Bedrossian also maintains a private practice in San Francisco.