Special Online Only Supplement: Abstracts from the 44th Annual Conference of the European Prosthodontic Association (EPA) 30th September - 2 October 2021 Athens, Greece
Abstracts from the 44th Annual Conference of thenEuropean Prosthodontic Association (EPA) 30th September - 2 October 2021 Athens, Greece Main Program
Short Implants or Vertical Augmentation for Atrophic Mandibles? Marco ESPOSITO After a brief explanation on the importance of the studyndesign for evaluating the efficacy of various interventions, this presentation will focus on how to rehabilitate with dental implants atrophic mandibles by comparing in randomised controlled trials two alternative options: the use of short implants versus vertical bone augmentation procedures to allow the placement of longer implants. The most updated scientific evidence will be presented.
Clinical Practice Guidelines. How to link Periodontal and Restorative therapies Mariano SANZ and Phophi KAMPOSIORA In the newly developed EFP Clinical Practice Guideline for the treatment of Periodontitis patients, a stepwise treatment approach has been adopted in which the endpoints of therapy are evaluated after each step and more complex treatment modalities are indicated to fulfilling these endpoints. Periodontitis patients frequently suffer concomitant tooth loss, particularly stage IV periodontitis cases where tooth loss due to periodontitis is one of the major criteria in diagnosis. In these patients, periodontal therapy is only a previous step towards oral rehabilitation of their function and esthetics. In this presentation we shall present the evidence based recommendations on how to implement prosthetic treatments, either implant or tooth supported within the context of the stepwise treatment of periodontitis.
The Prosthodontist’s role in treating the aging population post COVID-19—challenges and opportunities David FELTON The COVID-19 global pandemic took an incredible toll on that segment of the population that was most vulnerable, aging adults, many of whom were residing in long-term care facilities.  As we emerge from the pandemic, prosthodontists face the ravages of oral neglect in a large segment of the population who have, unfortunately, foregone dental care for months. This presentation addresses those challenges, and provides guidance to treatment of aging adults in need of prosthodontics care. The pros and cons of extensive prosthodontic treatment, or no treatment, will be discussed.
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