Program Description:
This course will cover the role of the dental hygienist in a comprehensive implant practice. Clinicians will be able to recognize different common dental implant complications and peri-implant diseases. We will also examine ways we can help maintain and care for dental implant patients, both in-office and at home, with a defined maintenance protocol.
Program Objectives:
At the completion of the program, participants should be able to:
· Analyze the role of the dental hygienist in a dental implant practice.
· Evaluate various options for radiographic assessment of missing teeth.
· Clarify the definition and importance of dental implants.
· Identify common complications associated with dental implants.
· Design an effective hygiene maintenance protocol for patients with dental implants.
· Assess different home care strategies for patients with dental implants.
· Overcome common barriers to case acceptance and navigate patient concerns.
Matt Shipley, RDH, Clinical Training Manager
Matt Shipley is a Clinical Training Manager at ZimVie and a Registered Dental Hygienist in Texas and Oklahoma. A proud member of Dallas College’s Dental Hygiene Advisory Board since 2014 and a dental hygiene mentor, Matt practiced clinical dental hygiene for ten-plus years with two national Dental Support Organizations where he worked alongside general and specialty dentists to develop specialty programs. Matt has provided chair-side support, staff education, and clinical development to various-sized DSOs since 2018. Matt believes in treating every patient as if they were a friend or family member.
Date / Time:
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Registration 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Lecture 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Venue: Urban Creekside
411 W Main Street
Round Rock, TX 78664
Program Fee: Free
Program valued at $100
CE Credit: 2 Lecture
Questions Call/Email:
Heather Kubo
512-694-3953
Heather.kubo@zimvie.com
