Preventing peri-implant complications by preserving the oxide layer on titanium implants is essential. Learn what clinicians need to know to prevent peri-implant complications based on Susan’s textbook: Peri-Implant Therapy for the Dental Hygienist: 2nd Edition.
This course will provide clinicians the protocols to detect early signs of peri-implant disease, diagnose implant complications, and be able to provide treatment. Peri-Implant prevention starts with providing professional in-office assessment, maintenance, disease treatment, and home-care recommendations, vital for long-term implant success!
Learning Objectives:
- Detect: Put into practice professional in-office assessment and monitor protocols for all forms of implant-borne restorations/ prosthesis patients.
- Diagnose: Early intervention guidelines for peri-implant disease based on EFP S3 Level Clinical Practice Guidelines and AAP 2018/2023 Classification.
- Treatment: Understand in-office professional implant maintenance, disease treatment, and home-care protocols for more predictable outcomes - peri-implantitis prevention.
BS, RDH - Missoula, Montana
International speaker, author, and researcher Susan Wingrove is recipient of the 2016 RDH Hygienist Award of Distinction, 2022 WSP Hygiene Educator of the Year, and 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award and a member of ADHA, IFDH, and WSP.
Susan Wingrove is recognized worldwide for her expertise in peri-implant therapy, regeneration, advanced instrumentation, and customized patient care. She has contributed to multiple product innovations and co-designed instruments such as the Wingrove Titanium Implant Series, ACE probes, and Queen of Hearts for PDT, Inc.
