Dr. Hussein S. Basma
Dr. Hussein S. Basma received his Doctor of Dental Surgery from Damascus University in 2009 with a full scholarship. Dr. Basma completed a residency in Prosthodontics at Lebanese University and received a Certificate in Periodontology and Master of Science from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). Dr. Basma is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, lectures nationally and internationally about periodontology and dental implants and is a dental social media influencer. Dr. Basma is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Periodontology at UAB. His research and teaching efforts focus on bone augmentation, full-arch rehabilitation, multidisciplinary care, and integration of technology.
Main Podium Lecture
Managing Peri-Implant Esthetic Complications: A Perio-Pros Approach
Dental implants, while generally reliable, can encounter complications that warrant comprehensive understanding and management. This lecture focuses on addressing Peri-implant soft tissue deficiencies (PSTD), emphasizing the recent advancements in classification systems for this matter and delving into a decision tree approach. Participants will also gain insights into strategically managing diverse implant complications, empowering them to make informed clinical decisions. Furthermore, the lecture underscores the critical role of both soft and hard tissues in the context of PSTD treatment, shedding light on their interconnected influence on treatment outcomes.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand potential risks for peri-implant soft tissue deficiency before placing and loading an implant.
- Gain insights into the classification of peri-implant soft tissue deficiency master treating them through the application of soft and hard tissue grafting techniques
- Grasp the rationale behind choosing the optimal treatment approach based on the type of implant complications.
