FDC2023 Session Directory
Mini Dental Implants for Long-term Fixed and Removable Prosthetics
Course Code: C73
Speaker: Dr. Todd Shatkin, DDS
CE Hours: 2.00
Start: Saturday, July 1, 2023, 2:00 PM
End: Saturday, July 1, 2023, 4:00 PM
Track: AESTHETIC, RESTORATIVE
Audience: Dentists, Assistants, Practice Administrators, Dental Student
Speaker: Dr. Todd Shatkin, DDS
CE Hours: 2.00
Start: Saturday, July 1, 2023, 2:00 PM
End: Saturday, July 1, 2023, 4:00 PM
Track: AESTHETIC, RESTORATIVE
Audience: Dentists, Assistants, Practice Administrators, Dental Student
REGISTRATION CATEGORY |
EARLY 4/14 |
REGULAR |
ONSITE 6/16 |
DENTIST - FDA/ADA MEMBER |
$0 |
$0 |
$49 |
NON-MEMBER DENTIST |
$49 |
$49 |
$59 |
TEAM MEMBER |
$49 |
$49 |
$59 |
DENTAL STUDENT |
$49 |
$49 |
$59 |
Description:
In this course, Dr. Shatkin will discuss and demonstrate the following topics: using the Mini Drive-Lock (MDL) dental implants for lower and upper denture stabilization, using the MDL dental implant for partial dentures, using the MDL dental implant(s) in fixed applications for individual and multiple missing teeth, how and when to use the Mono Bendable Implants, and using the MDL and/or Mono Bendable Implants for full arch fixed applications. Additionally, Dr. Shatkin will discuss and demonstrate the patented Fabricated Implant Restoration Surgical Technique (F.I.R.S.T.) procedure and how, once it is learned, you are able to increase your yearly income substantially your first year.
In this course, Dr. Shatkin will discuss and demonstrate the following topics: using the Mini Drive-Lock (MDL) dental implants for lower and upper denture stabilization, using the MDL dental implant for partial dentures, using the MDL dental implant(s) in fixed applications for individual and multiple missing teeth, how and when to use the Mono Bendable Implants, and using the MDL and/or Mono Bendable Implants for full arch fixed applications. Additionally, Dr. Shatkin will discuss and demonstrate the patented Fabricated Implant Restoration Surgical Technique (F.I.R.S.T.) procedure and how, once it is learned, you are able to increase your yearly income substantially your first year.
Learning objectives:
Participants will be able to:
- learn the history of mini dental implants and the rate of success using them.
- know how to choose the right patient for mini dental implant surgery.
- learn how to stabilize dentures or replace a missing tooth/teeth (in as few as just one visit).
- understand that, compared to conventional implants, mini dental implants are a less invasive, less expensive and less time-consuming method of replacing teeth with less discomfort and less healing time.
- understand how performing two denture stabilizations a week will increase your yearly income significantly.
Full Sponsor(s):


About the speaker: Dental degree, University of the Pacific School of Dentistry; president emeritus, International Academy of Mini Dental Implants; owner, Shatkin F.I.R.S.T. LLC; private practice, Amherst, NY.
Disclosure: I or members of my immediate family have a financial relationship with Shatkin F.I.R.S.T. LLC that may be relevant to this presentation.
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