Systematic Approach for the Propagation of Postgraduate Dental Implant Education in Developing Countries

Abstract

The 6-days mini-residency course combined with the 1-month distance learning component was adequate for the sustainability stage and this lead to certification of 72% of the delegates via the examination route.

Complications associated with implant migration into the maxillary sinus cavity

“…If minimal educational guidelines could be established and accepted by the implant industry as a whole, most of the abbreviated training courses presently being taught off the academic environment of the dental schools would be discontinued (Ogunsalu et al. ). In summary, to prevent implant migration into the sinus, not only do we need to educate our general dentists partners of the risks associated with implant placement especially in the maxillary posterior area where the bone is typically atrophic and soft in nature, but also to recommend advanced training, cooperation, and to encourage referral and team work (Pikos ).…”