Dr Michael Scherer is an assistant clinical professor at Loma Linda University, California, a clinical instructor at University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and maintains a practice limited to prosthodontics and implant dentistry in Sonora, California. He is a fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists and has published books and numerous articles. He offers both in-person and online courses related to implant dentistry, clinical prosthodontics and digital technology, with a special emphasis on full-arch reconstruction. As an avid technology and computer hobbyist, Dr Scherer’s involvement in digital implant dentistry led him to develop and pioneer new approaches with 3D printing and CAD/CAM surgical systems, implement interactive CBCT implant planning, and create out-of-the-box radiographic imaging and digital design concepts.
This course begins by discussing diagnosis and treatment planning full-arch restorations for implant overdenture patients. Proper restorative procedures related to overdentures will be presented and augmented by hands-on practice with liner removal and placement, locator attachment, and making impressions for lab fabrication.
Upon completion of this session, attendees should be able to:
Identify overdenture candidates
Understand the protocol for indirect and chair-side pick up, as well working with the lab