Introduction

Since 2003 the Trinon Collegium Practicum has assisted over 1000 surgeons to insert more than 30 000 implants in practical courses, helping them to develop their practical skills.

The courses are being conducted by very experienced international surgeons providing Implantology newcomers with advice and assistance in inserting 30 implants in 5 days. Professionals can expect to conduct difficult operations ranging from sinus elevations to highly complicated grafting cases with assistance from our internationally recognized surgeons.

The one-week hands-on course gives the opportunity to collect practical experience in implantology, pre-implantological treatment and in extremely complicated cases under supervision of a team of highly skilled tutors.

The courses are based on collaboration between the Trinon Collegium Practicum and established university clinics in Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Cambodia and Laos.

The first Q-Implant Marathon in Cuba was born from the idea to give surgeons the opportunity to quickly gain in-depth experience in implantology directly with the patient. Furthermore there was a common understanding that practical educational

seminars for surgeons were not being offered and this resulted in lack of experience and a hesitation while inserting implants.

The Q-Implant Marathon benefits the surgeons by gaining experience, the local clinics which conduct case studies and the especially the patients who rediscover a new quality of life with new teeth. The courses gained popularity with all stakeholders and since its beginning in 2003 over 67 courses in 4 countries have been conducted by the Trinon Collegium Practicum, a research institute commited to the promotion of implantology and its benefits for patients.

The courses, with its credo "Learning by doing", have seen a rising number of patients over the time, by 2008 the number reached over 8 700 patients with over 29 000 implants inserted.

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Participants

Inserted Implants

Dr. Alfredo Valencia, Medical Supervisor Physician (MC)
University of Oviedo, 1972-1978

Training as resident in plastic surgery Macarena Hospital of Sevilla, 1978-1984

Resident Training in Oral & Maxillofacial surgery Asturias University Central Hospital, 1980-1984

Specialist in Stomatology University of Asturias Dental School, 1981

Specialist in Oral & Maxillofacial surgery, 1984

MD in Implantology Granada University, 1984

Professor Oral & Maxillofacial surgery Granada Dental school, 1984-1987

Maxillofacial & Oral surgeon University Hospital Granada, 1984-2007

Director of the "Dr. Valencia Titanium Clinic" for implantology and Oral & Maxillofacial surgery

Long standing experience as international lecturer on Maxillofacial subjects

Over 20 publications

Implant course lecturer since 1999

Member of the European Board of Maxillofacial Surgery Zurich, since 1996

Courses Information Working in teams of 3 participants, the courses include 40 hours of practical surgery aiming at intensifying theoretical knowledge and gaining practical experience in Implantology.

There are three skill levels being offered by Trinon Collegium Practicum, please find the requirements below and note that final assignment will be conducted by the course supervisor and his/her decision is final.

Beginner:

• Basic knowledge on Oral Surgery (practical dental implantology experience is not required)
• Basic theoretical knowledge in dental implantology
• Minimum of 2 years in general dental practice

Beginner Course Curriculum You will gain basic practical experience in implantology by placing 30 implants as main surgeon under the supervision of the teacher. Furthermore you will participate in approximately 60 operations by assisting other colleagues in the group. You will receive an introduction to the basics of bone augmentation and reconstruction and you can take part in training for prosthetic treatment.

Advanced I:

• Basic surgical knowledge
• Practical experience with min 50 implants
• Minimum of 1 year in oral surgery or
• Beginner Q-Implant Marathon course participant

The TCP aided over 850 surgeons to improve their practical skills and to learn advanced techniques

Advanced I Course Curriculum

You will expand on your practical experience by learning different implantation techniques and practice insertion in difficult cases. You will make the following operations:

• Sinus-lift as main surgeon and assistant
• Bone augmentation
• Management of complications

Advencad II:

• Practical experience with min 200 implants
• Minimum of 2 years in oral surgery or
• Advanced I Q-Implant Marathon course participant

Advanced II Course Curriculum

You will expand on your practical experience by treating extreme implantological cases. You will also participate in big sinus-lift operations with autologious bone, learn techniques of talking bone extra-oral and onlay plastic/titanium mesh applications.

International team of tutors The Q-Implant Marathon in Santo Domingo is headed by Dr. Valencia who is supported by an acclaimed team of assisting tutors.

Tutors have a long-standing experience in implantology as practitioners and have published articles, case studies and opinion pieces in their respective fields. During the Q-Implant Marathon the tutors aid participants during operations, give advice on treatment and procedures and lead discussions targeted at developing knowledge.

Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo The course in Santo Domingo is conducted in teams of 3 doctors with one tutor for approximately 8 hours a day. Patients will be prepared by logical clinics in advance and prosthetic treatment will be made immediately after the operation allowing the surgeons to participate in the treatment. In the evening clinical meetings and discussions offer excellent opportunities between participating surgeons and teachers.

At the end of the course, participants will receive a Certificate from Trinon Collegium Practicum indicating the quantity of inserted implants or main operations.

General Requirements

Copy of dentistry license

CV with description of practical skills and post-graduate education

Medical certificate (attestation that not carrier of infectious diseases as hepatitis A,B, HIV)

Copy of passport (valid for at least 6 months from the end of the course)

The local authorities do not make any exceptions and without these documents you will not be able to sing on for the course. The final decision for participation in groups Advanced I & II will be made by the medical supervisor of the group.

Course Itinerary*
05-09 December 2011
13-17 February 2012
14-18 May 2012
17-21 Septemeber 2012
26-30 November 2012

Arrival in Santo Domingo
Accommodation and dinner – Be Live Hamaca

SUNDAY

Accommodation at Be Live Hamaca Hotel?

All Inclusive

MONDAY - FRIDAY

Introduction to the course will be held on Monday at 9am by medical supervisor

Dr. Alfredo Valencia

8:15 AM Transfer to venue

8:30 - 5 PM Surgery

5 PM Transfer to the hotel

SATURDAY

Transfer to the airport

Departure

Further Information Finally we provide you with some useful information regarding the Q-Implants Marathon

Flight

Travel with light luggage (max 20kg)

A valid passport (6 months from the last day of the course) is required. Visa is issued on arrival. When leaving the Dominican Republic a departure fee will have to be paid. Please keep some US dollar for this case.

Clinic

If you have preferences bring your own Anesthetic, suture material and pain relief.

Please bring your own OP-clothing and shoes.

Digital photography is useful and encouraged for your own case studies and discussion.

Country

Please view the website of the Foreign Office for information regarding the country.

Light clothing is recommended. Mosquitoes are common so don't forget to protect yourself.

A First Aid Kit is recommended.

Language

Course language is English.

Patients

The wellbeing of our patients is a priority and all patients are being treated according to Western

standards. Each patient is prepared prior to implantation by a local team of doctors with a PTC and if required extensive remediation. Follow-up care and after treatment are being provided by the local clinics or if requested by the patient by other dentists. Each patient is checked at least once a year. The implantation is free of charge for the patient as is the prosthetic treatment in the local clinic.

Courses

The courses are designed to be solely hands-on for the surgeon to gain practical experience with patients.

Preparation

It is useful for newcomers to develop basic surgical skills such as incision and suture techniques. Theoretical knowledge in dental inplantology is an important requirement for Q-Implant Marathon courses. Furthermore it is recommended to immerse oneself with during the courses.

Safety

During day time all event locations are safe but during night time excursions reasonable caution should be taken. The course manager will provide you with more information if required.

Vaccination

It is recommended to have a medical check upfront of the course. Further information can be obtained on the website of the Foreign Office or by consultation with specialists in tropical medicine.