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The Interrelationship of Periodontal Disease, Systemic Disease, Restorative Dentistry and the Tsunami of Implant Failure: Diagnosis, Prevention and Treatment.

7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Round-trip Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
December 01 - 08, 2024
Holland America's <em> Nieuw Amsterdam</em>
Holland America's Nieuw Amsterdam
14 ADA CERP Credits
Course Fees
$995 for Dentists

Target Audience
Dentists, Dental Staff
Program Purpose / Objectives
Implant dentistry is a multibillion-dollar worldwide industry, and although it has improved the lives of many people, the combination of poorly executed implant procedures, lack of adequate implant maintenance, and a lack of adequate knowledge and skill by professionals, the sheer number implant failures due to peri-implantits has sky-rocketed. Instead of helping patients and improving their lives, we are now seeing the damage to the alveolar bone and the emotional stress that the assault of implant failure can cause. The implications of increasing implant failure have far-reaching effects on our patients and our profession.

The attendee will gain an understanding of the following:
  • The prevalence of peri-implant disease
  • The etiology of implant failures
  • The prevention of implant failures
  • The systemic and local factors that contribute to peri-implant disease
  • The current treatment protocols that are available to treat implant disease
  • The amount of bone volume needed for predictable long-term implant success
  • How much keratinized tissue is for predictable long-term success
  • How to create enough bone both horizontally and vertically for implant success
  • How to diagnose and treat progressive recession
  • How to present complex implant and restorative cases in a comprehensive yet straightforward and understandable format
  1. Prosthodontic Principles for Implant Dentistry
    • Discuss the diagnostic criteria for dental rehabilitation
    • Describe treatment planning and treatment sequencing of dental rehabilitation
    • Identify the difference between protective and destructive occlusal schemes
  2. Considerations in the full-arch, fixed, implant restoration.
    • Describe treatment planning and case selection for full-arch implant treatment
    • Discuss treatment sequencing full-arch cases
  3. How to avoid failures in implant-assisted removable prosthodontics.
    • Discuss prosthodontic concepts in implant-assisted removable prostheses
    • Describe the use of independent retentive implant attachments as well as bar/overdenture use
  4. Implant complications and failure, diagnosis, prevention and treatment modalities
  5. Hard and soft tissue ridge augmentation
  6. Platelet Rich Fibrin, its use in implant and periodontal therapy
  7. Progressive gingival recession, recognition, documentation and treatment
  8. The art of case presentation
Conference Sessions generally take place on days at sea (as itinerary allows), giving you plenty of time to enjoy your meals, evenings and ports of call with your companion, family and friends.
IMPORTANT NOTE: All conferees, their families, and guests must book their cruise within the University at Sea® meeting group through University at Sea® at 800-926-3775 or by registering online. This ensures our company can provide conference services and complimentary social amenities to all meeting participants and their guests. Thank you for your cooperation.

Our staff can assist you with all your travel arrangements.

Questions? Call us at 800-422-0711.
We can assist you with all your travel arrangements. We'd be happy to help you plan your flights, hotels or tours before and/or after your cruise conference.

Cruise Itinerary

DATE PORT OF CALL ARRIVE DEPART
Sun Dec 01 Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
- 3:00 pm
Mon Dec 02 *At Sea - Cruising
- -
Tue Dec 03 Amber Cove, Dominican Republic
8:00 am 5:00 pm
Wed Dec 04 San Juan, Puerto Rico
1:00 pm 10:00 pm
Thu Dec 05 St. Thomas, U.S. V.I.
7:00 am 4:00 pm
Fri Dec 06 *At Sea - Cruising
- -
Sat Dec 07 Half Moon Cay, Bahamas
8:00 am 2:00 pm
Sun Dec 08 Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
7:00 am -
*Tentative course schedule, actual class times may differ.

Ports of Call

Ft. Lauderdale, Florida - There is an abundance of things to see and do in the Ft. Lauderdale area: visit the newly redesigned Ft. Lauderdale Beach and cafes, stroll the historic Riverwalk, shop the luxurious stores on Las Olas Boulevard, or adventure to the Everglades for an intriguing air boat excursion.

At Sea - Cruising - Cruising

Amber Cove, Dominican Republic - Amber Cove, the Caribbean's newest cruise port is located on the Bay of Maimon near Puerto Plata on the Dominican Republic's North Coast. Amber Cove is designed in three architectural styles - Victorian, Colonial, and Fortaleza. The complex boasts a fort-like structure at its entrance, cobblestoned plazas, retail and food and beverage buildings, and surrounding ocean and mountain views. For your shopping pleasure, expect a combination of big-name retailers like Diamonds International, Effy, and Harley Davidson; local specialties such as rum, coffee, chocolate, amber, and Larimar; as well as a marketplace for local artisans and producers.

San Juan, Puerto Rico - San Juan is one of the most rewarding and historically significant ports in the Caribbean, and its greatest asset is proximity. Your ship docks at the edge of Old San Juan, a 500-year-old walled city that is a destination in its own right. Forget the organized bus tours; this is a port best explored on foot. Step off the ship and you are immediately immersed in the atmosphere of blue cobblestone streets and pastel-hued colonial architecture. Your primary objective should be exploring the two massive Spanish citadels that bookend the old city. Start with Castillo San Cristóbal, the largest Spanish fort in the Americas, then enjoy the scenic one-mile walk along the city wall to the iconic Castillo San Felipe del Morro, which has guarded the harbor entrance for centuries. The scale and preservation of these UNESCO World Heritage sites are genuinely impressive. Beyond the forts, the joy of San Juan is in the wandering. Discover shaded plazas, artisan shops on Calle del Cristo, and the famous Fortaleza Street. For a taste of authentic Puerto Rican cuisine, find a local spot for *mofongo* (a savory dish of mashed plantains) or enjoy a classic piña colada at Barrachina, one of the bars that claims to have invented it. While the famous beaches of Condado and Isla Verde are an option, they require a taxi and can consume valuable time. For a port day, the tangible history, vibrant culture, and culinary delights within the city walls offer a more than fulfilling experience.

St. Thomas, U.S. V.I. - Arguably the island with the best shopping and the best beaches. Shop duty-free Charlotte Amalie 'til you drop. Or dive into the beach scene at beautiful Magens Bay, Coki Point, or Turtle Cove, nesting ground of the endangered hawksbill sea turtle.

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas - All Bahama Islands are full of tropical wonders and sun-kissed beaches; but Half Moon Cay, Holland America Line’s private island in the Bahamas is an absolute stunner. When you feel the sugar-white sand on your toes or see its brilliant blue lagoon, you’ll understand why cruise travelers love Half Moon Cay. True bucket-list excursions, secluded cabanas, and stunning beaches make it ideal for any type of vacation.

Our staff can assist you with all your travel arrangements.

Questions? Call us at 800-422-0711.
We can assist you with all your travel arrangements. We'd be happy to help you plan your flights, hotels or tours before and/or after your cruise conference.
SHORE EXCURSIONS
Please note that our shore excursions are operated separately and
independently of those offered by the cruise line.
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