Postgraduate Diploma

Advanced Implantology Diploma

University of Genova · 10 ECTS · Six two-day modules

This course is a continuous education international training programme designed to offer comprehensive training in all aspects of implant dentistry. The course defines a level of competence consistent with an experienced clinician.

The goal of the curriculum is to provide dentists with a scientifically based rationale for all diagnostic, treatment planning and patient care decisions. It delivers advanced evidence-based core knowledge in modern implantology and refines practical skills — including treatment planning, surgical technique, soft tissue management, advanced regenerative technique, and prosthesis planning and execution with both classical and digital workflows.

Emphasis is placed on integrating this training into the ongoing practice of dentistry for each participant, and on the future benefit for their patients. The didactic format includes lectures, laboratory time, video review, literature review and intensive hands-on practice.

Learning Outcomes

  • Plan implant cases using both classical and digital protocols, including guided surgery software
  • Execute flap design, suturing and anatomical dissection with confidence
  • Perform guided bone regeneration — horizontal, vertical and customised
  • Carry out maxillary sinus lift by both crestal and lateral approach
  • Manage soft tissue around teeth and implants, including free gingival and connective tissue grafts
  • Deliver screw-retained, cemented, bar-retained and overdenture prosthetic solutions
  • Recognise, prevent and manage implant complications

Curriculum

1 Module I: Foundations & Treatment Planning Prof. Claudio Modena
  • Historical note and biological considerations
  • To save or not to save — when natural tooth and when implant
  • Patient selection and management
  • Bone biology and bone healing
  • Radiology in implant dentistry
  • Treatment planning, classical and digital (Blue Sky Plan)
  • Drilling protocols
  • Case presentation protocol
  • Hands-on: treatment planning, face bow and wax-up, implant insertion on plastic models
2 Module II: Surgical Technique Prof. Claudio Modena
  • Flap design in implant dentistry
  • Sutures
  • Biomaterials and their use in implantology
  • Post-extractive implants
  • Cavity preparation for direct composite restorations in posterior teeth
  • Biological interfaces — surfaces, shapes, threads, connection
  • Hands-on: flaps and suture, anatomical dissection
3 Module III: Regenerative Technique Prof. Claudio Modena
  • Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR)
  • Horizontal GBR
  • Vertical GBR
  • Customised GBR
  • Bone blocks
  • Split crest technique
  • Maxillary sinus lift — crestal and lateral approach
  • Bone collection technique
  • Hands-on: sinus antrotomy, GBR technique
4 Module IV: Prosthetic Technique Prof. Claudio Modena
  • Back to the beginning — the prosthetic plan
  • Impressions: open tray, closed tray, digital
  • Cast
  • Single crown, bridges and full arch
  • Abutment choice
  • Screw retained, cemented, bar retained, overdenture
  • Full guided digital implantology from implant to final tooth
  • Occlusion and occlusal adjustment
  • Hands-on: conventional and digital impressions
5 Module V: Mucogingival Technique Prof. Claudio Modena
  • Soft tissue and its importance
  • Soft tissue management around teeth
  • Soft tissue management around implants
  • Free gingival graft
  • Connective tissue graft
  • Hands-on: mucogingival technique
6 Module VI: Complications Prof. Claudio Modena
  • Complications in implant dentistry
  • Prevention, recognition and management
  • Peri-implant disease
  • Case discussion and final assessment

Faculty

Prof. Stefano Benedicenti

Prof. Stefano Benedicenti

Professor of Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics; Dean, Bachelor Degree Course in Dental Hygiene

University of Genova, Italy · Italy

Prof. Stefano Benedicenti

Inside the Programme

Frequently Asked Questions

What qualification do I receive?

On successful completion of the course and final examination you receive the certificate “Postgraduate Diploma in Implantology” together with a transcript of records legalised by the Italian government, providing 10 ECTS.

How are the 250 credit hours structured?

The 250 credit hours comprise 72 hours of theoretical lessons and hands-on work, 153 hours of individual study, and 25 hours of thesis preparation.

Do I need prior implant experience?

No. The curriculum begins with biological foundations and treatment planning, and builds progressively to advanced regenerative and prosthetic technique. It suits both newcomers to implantology and clinicians wishing to formalise and extend existing skills.

What language is the course taught in?

All teaching, materials and assessment are in English.

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