Premolar Immediate Implant Placement for Beginners: Hands-On Workshop – Drilling, Bone Grafting & Anatomical Abutment Selection

Abstract: 

This hands-on workshop is designed specifically for beginner implantologists. Participants will learn the step-by-step protocol for immediate implant placement in premolar extraction sites. The session covers atraumatic extraction, proper implant drilling sequences, decision-making for bone grafting, and the use of anatomical (pre-milled or custom) abutments to achieve optimal emergence profile. Through practical exercises on models, attendees will gain confidence in site preparation, implant positioning, and soft tissue management for predictable esthetic and functional outcomes in the premolar region.

Learning Objective:

1. Understand the indications, advantages, and risks of immediate implant placement in premolar sites for beginner-level clinicians.

2. Perform atraumatic tooth extraction and learn the correct drilling protocol for immediate implant osteotomy preparation.

3. Apply appropriate bone grafting techniques when dealing with buccal bone defects or gaps in premolar immediate implant cases.

4. Select and place anatomical abutments to achieve ideal emergence profile and soft tissue contour.

5. Identify common pitfalls and develop strategies to improve primary stability and long-term success in premolar immediate implants.

Speakers:

Dr. Chan Yat Him, Dave 

BDS(HK), MDS (Perio)(HK), M Perio RCSEd, FHKAM (Dental Surgery), FCDSHK(Periodontology) 

Dr. Dave Chan is a specialist in Periodontology with a private practice in Hong Kong. His clinical focus includes the management of periodontitis, peri-implantitis, and dental implant rehabilitation.

Dr. Chan earned his dental degree from the University of Hong Kong and subsequently obtained a Master of Dental Surgery in Periodontology from the same institution. He is a Member in Periodontology of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. Additionally, Dr. Chan holds fellowships from the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine and the College of Dental Surgeons of Hong Kong.

He is currently appointed as an Honorary Clinical Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Hong Kong, where he contributes to the undergraduate curriculum in Periodontology and Implant Dentistry.

Dr. Wong Hok Ling, Janet

BDS(HK), MGD(CDSHK), MRACDS, MDS(Perio) (HK), M Perio RCSEd, FCDSHK(Periodontology), FHKAM(Dental Surgery)

Dr. Wong earned her BDS degrees from HKU in 2005. After a few years of private practice, she joined the Government Dental Service for 15 years. During this period, she finished her MDS degree and higher training in Periodontology in 2018 and 2022 respectively. Dr. Wong is currently working in the private sector and as part-time teacher for the University of Hong Kong.

Dr. Tse Ming Nga, Judy 

BDS(HK), MDS (Perio)(HK), M Perio RCSEd, FHKAM (Dental Surgery), FCDSHK(Periodontology)

She received her Bachelor of Dental Surgery and Master of Dental Surgery in Periodontology from the University of Hong Kong. She is a Member in Periodontology of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and holds Fellowships from the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine as well as the College of Dental Surgeons of Hong Kong in the specialty of Periodontology.

Dr. Tse serves as a Part-time Senior Clinical Practitioner at the University of Hong Kong, where she contributes to the teaching and training of postgraduate students in the master programme of Periodontology. She practices in a periodontist clinic in Hong Kong, focusing on the management of periodontal and peri-implant diseases, periodontal plastic surgery and dental implants rehabilitation.

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