Achieving successful results in the aesthetic field requires a clear understanding of multiple factors, from the biology of the post-extraction alveolus to treatment planning from a prosthetic point of view and the precise selection of prosthetic components. This lecture will provide comprehensive guidance from both surgical and prosthetic aspects of treatment.

Covering a range of topics, the lecture will provide indispensable knowledge on immediate and delayed implant placement protocols, hard and soft tissue augmentation, and a clear decision-making framework tailored to the restorative aspect of treatment, from temporary constructs to definitive prosthetics.

Key points in the lecture:

• Review of protocols for immediate and delayed placement of implants in the aesthetic area;
• Understanding the importance of hard and soft tissue augmentation to achieve optimal aesthetic results;
• Decision making on treatment plan and choice of prosthetic components;
• Understanding the importance of provisional restorations and how to transition from provisional to definitive implant restorations.