Lecture at International Implantology Event in Thailand
Showcasing Digital Full-Arch Implant Solutions at the ITI Study Club in Phuket
Table of Contents
- A Global Leader in Implant Dentistry
- What Is a Digital Workflow for Full-Arch Implant Rehabilitation?
- The Step-by-Step Digital Implant Process
- Why Digital Workflows Matter for Patients
- About the International Team for Implantology (ITI)
- Excellence in Full-Arch Treatment at Our Peabody Office
A Global Leader in Implant Dentistry
Earlier this year, our own Dr. Panos Papaspyridakos was invited to lecture at the ITI Study Club in Phuket, Thailand—a gathering of international implantology experts hosted by the International Team for Implantology (ITI). His lecture, titled “Digital Workflow for Full-Arch Implant Rehabilitation,” highlighted the future of full-arch dental implant treatment using digital tools that improve precision, efficiency, and patient satisfaction.
What Is a Digital Workflow for Full-Arch Implant Rehabilitation?
When patients have multiple missing or non-restorable teeth—sometimes referred to as terminal dentition—dental implants can restore both function and esthetics. Treatments like All-on-4, All-on-X, and hybrid prostheses have evolved significantly in recent years, thanks to advances in digital dentistry. These digital workflows allow for quicker treatment, same-day teeth, and highly customized results.
The Step-by-Step Digital Implant Process
Here’s an overview of the digital process Dr. Papaspyridakos shared during his lecture:
- Initial Assessment: 3D CBCT scans and intraoral digital impressions are used to evaluate bone and soft tissue with accuracy—no messy impressions required.
- Digital Planning: The digital scans are merged using advanced software. Implant positions are planned virtually with prosthetics in mind—ensuring optimal results for both bite and smile.
- 3D Surgical Guides: Custom-designed guides are 3D printed to ensure precise implant placement during surgery.
- Immediate Provisional Teeth: Temporary teeth are prepared ahead of time and secured to the implants the same day as surgery—so patients leave with a full smile.
- Final Prosthesis: After healing, the definitive full-arch bridge is digitally designed and fabricated from strong, esthetic materials like zirconia or titanium-acrylic hybrids.
Why Digital Workflows Matter for Patients
These technologies don’t just sound impressive—they offer real advantages for patients seeking dental implants in Peabody:
- Fewer appointments and shorter surgical times
- Greater comfort with digital scans vs. traditional impressions
- Same-day smile: Temporary teeth delivered right after surgery
- Highly customized esthetics: Digital smile design allows for personalized planning
- Improved long-term results through more accurate implant placement
About the International Team for Implantology (ITI)
The International Team for Implantology (ITI) is the world’s largest academic network in implant dentistry. Headquartered in Switzerland, ITI supports evidence-based research, education, and clinical excellence. With over 20,000 members globally, it hosts events and study clubs around the world to advance treatment standards in implantology. Their educational mission aligns closely with our values here at Contemporary Dentistry & Implantology in Peabody, MA.
Excellence in Full-Arch Treatment at Our Peabody Office
Whether you’re dealing with failing teeth, full dentures, or missing teeth on one or both arches, our practice offers the same state-of-the-art digital protocols presented internationally by Dr. Papaspyridakos. As a global leader in the field, his expertise ensures that patients here in Peabody receive the most advanced care in implant dentistry—close to home.
If you’re considering All-on-4, All-on-X, or hybrid dental implants in Peabody, we welcome you to schedule a consultation and see how digital workflows can change your life—just as they’ve transformed care worldwide.
