Description

Prosthetic Treatment of Malpositioned Implants – Osteocom is a recorded video course from Osteocom on the restorative management of implants that were not placed in an ideal three-dimensional position. Sooner or later, most clinicians who restore implants meet this situation, whether in their own cases or in patients referred from elsewhere. The course looks at the problem from the prosthetic side. It is delivered as a downloadable ZIP archive of video lessons that you can study and rewatch at your own pace.

Who the course on malpositioned implants is for

• Prosthodontists and restorative dentists who restore implants placed by themselves or by other clinicians.
• Implant surgeons who also restore and want to understand the prosthetic consequences of implant position.
• Clinicians who receive referred implant cases and need to assess what can be achieved restoratively.
• Dental technicians working with clinicians on complex implant restorations.

This is an advanced topic that assumes experience in implant restoration. If you are still building that foundation, start with Implant Ninja: Implant Restorations 101, and to understand how correct positioning is planned in the first place, see Implant Ninja: Implant Guide 101. Our guide on how to choose online dental courses can help you choose the right order.

What the course covers

As the title indicates, the course deals with the prosthetic treatment of malpositioned implants: how to approach the restoration when an implant’s position or angulation is not ideal. The title of the course files also refers to the esthetic area, where implant position has the most visible impact. We describe it only at this level, because we do not want to list lessons or techniques we cannot confirm. If you would like the full list of lessons before buying, contact us and we will send it to you.

How to get the most from the course

1. Bring your own cases: collect radiographs and photos of malpositioned implants you have found difficult to restore, and compare them with the situations shown in the lessons.
2. Watch with your technician: prosthetic solutions depend on close collaboration with the laboratory, so reviewing the lessons together can be very productive.
3. Read around the topic: The Single-Tooth Implant discusses implant placement in anterior and posterior sites, and Clinical Aspects of Dental Materials covers the materials used in restorations.
4. Combine with supervised practice: a video course helps you understand the options, but it does not replace hands-on training and supervised clinical experience.

For clinical resources and guidelines in implant dentistry, the International Team for Implantology (ITI) is a useful reference alongside the course.

Format, delivery and access

If you need help opening a ZIP file or playing the videos, see our FAQ.

Related courses and next steps

• Implant Ninja: Implant Extraction Course: for situations where an implant has to be removed rather than restored.
• Osteocom: Soft Tissue Surgery Around Teeth and Implants (Zucchelli): the soft tissue side of esthetic implant cases.
• Implant Ninja: Advanced Surgical Guides & AoX: guided surgery to plan implant position from the start.
• Osteocom: Failure and Success in Periodontal and Peri-Implant Soft Tissue Surgery: learning from complications around teeth and implants.

Frequently asked questions

What level is this course on malpositioned implants?

It is an advanced course. It is most useful for clinicians who already restore implants and are familiar with abutments and implant prosthetic components.

What exactly do I receive?

You receive the recorded video lessons of the Osteocom course on malpositioned implants as a downloadable ZIP archive. Live sessions, instructor Q&A and access to the original Osteocom platform are not included.

How do I receive the course?

After payment confirmation, you can download the ZIP archive from your account. Unzip it on a computer to access the video files.

Can I watch the lessons on a tablet or phone?

Yes. Once unzipped, the video files can be copied to and played on most devices. For refunds or access issues, see our refund and returns policy.