The Implant Retained/Supported Overdenture Prosthesis

COURSE OVERVIEW

Edentulism is and will continue to be a worldwide problem. Dental implants, particularly implant-retained overdentures, can provide a life-changing experience for edentulous patients. This course will preview the latest evidence-based advancements in implant overdenture therapy, from cutting-edge protocols and material designs to streamlined digital workflows. Real-world clinical cases will highlight how modern solutions are reshaping patient outcomes.

Audience: Dentists, Dental Assistants, Technicians

Recommended Pre-requisite:
Implant Integration: Basic and Advanced Principles

Format

Self-Instruction, Pre-recorded Lecture

Subject

610 Fixed Prosthodontics

Speaker

Ibrahim Duqum, DDS, MS, FICD

Release Date

09/11/25

Release Date

09/11/25

Credit

1 CEU

Course Fee

Free

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of this course, attendees should be able to:
■ Recognize the impact of edentulism on anatomy, physiology and systemic health
■ Understand the evolution of treatment options and materials for implant-retained prostheses and how they can improve patient outcomes
■ Determine the appropriate removable implant-supported treatment for their edentulous patients

Ibrahim Duqum, DDS, MS, FICD


Dr. Ibrahim Duqum is a Professor of Prosthodontics and the Chair of the Department of Restorative Sciences at UNC-Chapel Hill Adams School of Dentistry. He completed his DDS degree at the University of Jordan and earned an M.S. in Prosthodontics from UNC-Chapel Hill in 2008. He is a Fellow of the International College of Dentists and the ADEA Leadership Institute. A published author, Dr. Duqum lectures nationally and internationally about all aspects of prosthodontics, aesthetics and dental implant therapy.

CE CREDIT:
Participants must view the pre-recorded lecture in its entirety and complete both the survey and quiz. Once all components are finished, the CE Certificate will be unlocked and available for download.

QUESTIONS:
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SPEAKER DISCLOSURE:

This speaker was compensated by National Dentex for the production or delivery of course content. Speakers do not receive compensation for additional viewings of recorded materials. Any additional disclosures regarding potential commercial bias will be provided by the speaker at the beginning of the presentation. This disclosure does not imply that the information presented is biased or of lesser quality.