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Innovative Non-Zygomatic Techniques for Full-Arch Success

Advanced implant Alternatives for Atrophic Jaws

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2026-2027 Core Curriculum Series

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The comprehensive Mastering Implant Dentistry program consists of four individual modules, each priced at $4,999.00. To complete the full program, all four modules must be purchased and registered for separately, bringing the total investment to $19,996.00. This allows you to tailor your registration to fit your schedule and needs.

Innovative Non-Zygomatic Techniques for Full-Arch Success

Aug 13

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Aug 15, 2026

Tampa, FL

Pikos Institute

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5995

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Course Overview

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Core Curriculum Overview

Transform your management of the most challenging atrophic cases—master alternative fixation methods that minimize risks, expand accessibility, and deliver predictable full-arch results without relying only on zygomatic implants.

This three-day intensive live course focuses on the full spectrum of advanced atrophy solutions - beyond traditional zygomatic implants. While zygomatic fixation remains a mainstay for severe bone loss, it carries risks—sinusitis, soft-tissue breakdown, orbital injury, large oral-antral communications, and the need for sophisticated equipment and axillary personnel that can challenge even the seasoned surgeons.

Under the guidance of Dr. Michael Pikos & Dr. Safa Tahmasebi, you’ll explore refined non-zygomatic approaches, including the palatal technique, trans-sinus anchorage, pterygoid fixation, sub-nasal fixtures, and strategic utilization of paranasal bone in achieving fixation required for immediate function.

Through a blend of didactic lectures, 3D planning demonstrations, and 4K video of surgical procedures over 3.5 days, you’ll learn to select the optimal fixation method for each anatomical presentation, anticipate and prevent complications, and apply the latest implant technologies to enhance primary stability.

Our emphasis focuses on patient selection, anesthesia considerations, and team coordination—ensuring your auxiliary staff is primed for these advanced procedures. At course completion, you’ll confidently integrate these alternative techniques into your practice to deliver safer, more accessible full-arch reconstructions.

Who Should Attend This Course?

This course is perfect for dental surgeons looking to expand their skill set with smart, less invasive solutions that still deliver exceptional results. Join us and discover how sometimes the best solutions are the ones that are right in front of you!

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Course Agenda

Day 1: Foundational Full-Arch Planning & Anatomy

TOPIC DETAILS
Full-Arch Prosthetic Design
  • Treatment sequencing, occlusal schemes, emergence profiles
Digital Treatment Planning
  • CBCT review, virtual wax-ups, guided-surgery workflows
Anatomy Deep-Dive
  • Maxillary buttress, paranasal bone, pterygoid region
Prosthetically Driven Surgical Planning
  • Strategic planning using the prosthesis as a blueprint
Patient Selection Criteria
  • Atrophy classifications, medical and anatomic contraindications
Zygomatic Implant Overview
  • Indications, benefits, and complication management case studies
Group Discussion
  • Anesthesia strategies and auxiliary team coordination

Day 2: Alternative Fixation Techniques

TOPIC DETAILS
Palatal Approach
  • Introduction, Indication, Access, Osteotomy protocol
  • Site-specific fixture considerations
  • Biomechanical considerations
Trans-Sinus Anchorage
  • Background, Indications, 3D guide design
  • Surgical execution technique, complications
Pterygoid Fixation + Live Demo
  • Introduction, Indications, Surgical technique
  • Anatomy and Biomechanical considerations
Sub-Nasal Fixtures
  • Indications, drill sequences, prosthetic integration
Paranasal Bone Utilization
  • Anatomical features, biomechanical considerations
  • Drill path optimization, surgical technique
  • Site-specific fixture considerations
Q&A Panel
  • Technique selection and troubleshooting

Day 3: Advanced Execution, Hands-On & Complication Management

TOPIC DETAILS
Advanced Implant Designs
  • Tapered vs. wide-body fixtures
  • Thread design impact
  • Implant length selection
Live Full-Arch Reconstruction
  • Non-zygomatic approaches in real patients
Hands-On Workshop
  • 3D model fabrication
  • Osteotomy execution on models
  • Biomechanical considerations of 3D models
Soft-Tissue Management
  • Flap design, suturing techniques
  • Dehiscence prevention
  • Soft tissue management of complications
Contingency Planning
  • Recognizing and addressing common and rare complications
Integrating Emerging Technologies
  • Intraoral scanning
  • Model fabrication
  • Tools for predictable surgery

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Why Attend This Live Course

Master Safer, More Accessible Atrophy Solutions  

Unlock the potential of innovative, non-zygomatic techniques for achieving predictable full-arch rehabilitation in patients with atrophic jaws.

Guidance through creative and practical alternatives

Eliminate the need for advanced procedures like zygomatic implants or sinus grafting.

Gain hands-on expertise in five cutting-edge non-zygomatic fixation techniques

We cover palatal, trans-sinus, pterygoid, sub-nasal, and paranasal anchorage procedures - that minimize sinus and soft-tissue complications, reduce the need for general anesthesia, and expand your ability to treat severe maxillary atrophy under conscious sedation.

Discover how to leverage the palatal approach, pterygoid fixation, and the use of the piriform rim and paranasal bone to achieve primary fixation.

Provide immediate function and load the implants without the delays of grafting, making the process faster and more predictable for your patients.  

Elevate Your Practice with Predictable Full-Arch Outcomes

Learn streamlined workflows incorporating the latest implant designs and guided surgery protocols to enhance primary stability, optimize case acceptance, and confidently manage even the most challenging full-arch reconstructions—setting your practice apart as a leader in advanced implant dentistry.  

Network with Leading OMS Innovators

Collaborate directly with Dr. Michael Pikos & Dr. Safa Tahmasebi, and fellow experts in small-group settings.  Foster professional connections for referrals, mentorship, and future collaborative research.

Advance Your Credentials & CE Portfolio

Earn 24 high-value CE credits while gaining exclusive access to comprehensive course materials, surgical pearls & procedures, and post-course support—empowering you to immediately integrate these techniques and elevate your reputation in implantology.

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Learning Objectives

  • Analyze anatomical challenges and select the ideal fixation technique for severe maxillary atrophy.

  • Compare risks and benefits of zygomatic implants versus palatal, pterygoid, trans-sinus, and sub-nasal methods

  • Implement surgical protocols to minimize sinusitis, soft-tissue dehiscence, and oral-antral complications.

  • Apply patient selection criteria and anesthesia strategies for non-zygomatic full-arch cases.

  • Manage intraoperative and postoperative complications through evidence-based interventions.

  • Integrate novel implant designs and guided workflows to enhance primary stability and long-term success.

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Pre-Conference Workshops

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Hands-on Workshops

Optional Workshops – Wednesday, October 2, 2024:

(requires separate registration, not included in main session registration price)

Financing Available

Quick decision financing available to cover all Pikos Institute courses, fees, travel expenses, incidentals and surgical equipment is offered by Live Oak Bank, specialists in dental practice lending.

Flexible Payment Options

If you would like to pay up front in full or in installments over time, we have you covered with two convenient payment options.

A. Pay in Installments
Register and get billed for the 1st module and save your spot for all four modules. Subsequent billing for modules 2-4 will be billed 75 days before each module.

Simply select "Installments (4)" on the registration form below.

B. Pay All at Once
Register/get billed for all four modules at once, paying up front.

To pay in full, select "Full" on the registration form below.

Convenient Financing Solutions

Take advantage of tailored payment solutions to suit your needs. Choose quick financing through Live Oak Bank to cover all course-related expenses, or opt for flexible payment plans that let you pay in full or in manageable installments over time.

Bank Financing Available

Quick decision financing available to cover all Pikos Institute courses, fees, travel expenses, incidentals and surgical equipment is offered by Live Oak Bank, specialists in dental practice lending. Available on registrations over $10,000.

Financing Available

Flexible Payment Options

If you would like to pay up front in full or in installments over time, we have you covered with two convenient payment options.

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