Lesson 1Implant-Based Options: Single Implants, Implant-Held Bridges, Fixed vs Removable Implant OverdenturesThis part details implant-based options, like single crowns, implant-held bridges, and fixed versus removable overdentures, focusing on when to use, design, implant number and place, and upkeep needs.
Indications for single implant crownsPlanning implant-retained FPDsFixed implant prostheses designRemovable implant overdenture conceptsImplant number and distribution planningMaintenance of implant-supported prosthesesLesson 2Material Choice: Metals (Valuable, Non-Valuable), Metal-Ceramic, Solid Zirconia, Lithium Disilicate, Acrylic and Plastic Denture BasesThis part looks at material choice for fixed and removable false teeth, comparing metals, metal-ceramics, zirconia, lithium disilicate, and denture base plastics for strength, looks, wear, bonding, and clinical uses.
Precious versus non-precious alloysMetal-ceramic indications and limitsMonolithic zirconia indicationsLithium disilicate for anterior estheticsAcrylic and thermoplastic denture basesMaterial selection based on occlusal riskLesson 3Removable Partial Denture Design Basics: Kennedy Classes, Main Connectors, Clasp Design, Stress SpreadThis part shows core removable partial denture design basics, including Kennedy classes, main connectors, clasp setups, and stress control, using mechanics to boost comfort, work, and long-term support tooth health.
Kennedy classification and modificationMajor connector selection criteriaDirect and indirect retainer designClasp type selection and indicationsStress breakers and stress distributionSurveying and path of insertion planningLesson 4Mechanics of Support, Hold, and Steadiness: Tissue-Supported vs Tooth-Supported vs Implant-Supported False TeethThis part explains mechanics rules for support, hold, and steadiness in tissue-, tooth-, and implant-supported false teeth, stressing load sharing, stress spread, and long-term health and mechanical risk control.
Concepts of support, retention, stabilityLoad transfer in tissue-borne prosthesesLoad transfer in tooth-borne prosthesesLoad transfer in implant-borne prosthesesOcclusal scheme and force distributionManaging parafunction and overloadLesson 5Evidence-Based Thoughts for Diabetic Patients: Healing, Implant Success, Gum ControlThis part reviews evidence on diabetic patients, focusing on wound healing, implant survival, gum control, blood sugar limits, and plan changes that boost safety and reliability of false teeth treatment.
Effects of diabetes on oral tissuesGlycemic control and healing outcomesImplant survival in diabetic patientsPeriodontal management in diabetesAdjusting surgical and recall protocolsPatient education and medical liaisonLesson 6Fixed Bridges and Sticky Bridges: When to Use, Support Tooth Check, Tooth Prep ThoughtsThis part reviews when to use fixed bridges and sticky bridges, support tooth choice and check, and main tooth prep rules that balance hold, resistance, looks, and saving healthy tooth structure.
Indications for conventional FPDsIndications for resin-bonded bridgesAbutment tooth selection criteriaAssessment of abutment periodontal statusTooth preparation for FPD retainersTooth preparation for adhesive retainersLesson 7Pros and Cons of Each Option in Patients with Medium Ridge Shrinkage and Gum HistoryThis part analyses good and bad sides of fixed, removable, and implant options in patients with medium ridge shrinkage and gum history, stressing support, cleanability, looks, cost, and risk of more tissue loss.
Assessing ridge resorption severityImpact of periodontal history on choicesFixed options in compromised supportRemovable options for ridge resorptionImplant options in reduced bone volumeRisk–benefit communication with patientsLesson 8Joint Decision-Making: Balancing Looks, Work, Upkeep, and BudgetThis part deals with joint decision-making, teaching how to get patient values, show options, and balance looks, work, upkeep, and budget while recording agreement and setting real hopes.
Eliciting patient goals and prioritiesExplaining options in plain languageDiscussing esthetics versus functionMaintenance burden and visit frequencyBudget constraints and phased careDocumenting consent and expectationsLesson 9Mixed Solutions and Step-by-Step Approaches: Combined Implant and Tooth-Supported False TeethThis part covers mixed and step-by-step plans that mix tooth- and implant-supported false teeth, including shift from failing teeth, risk check, load sharing, and order to cut invasiveness and treatment breaks.
Rationale for hybrid prosthetic designsCombining tooth- and implant-supported unitsStaged extraction and immediate replacementTransition from RPDs to implant prosthesesManaging differential support and mobilityLong-term monitoring of hybrid cases