FIXO ZYGOMA

 FULL IMMERSION COURSE IN ADVANCED IMPLANTOLOGY

Cadaver Lab – ICLO Verona

Date: April 17-18th

Speaker: Dr. Andrea Enrico Borgonovo

Language: English

ABSTRACT

This full-immersion course provides advanced surgical training in implantology, focusing on extra-maxillary solutions for the severely atrophic maxilla. Participants will receive theoretical and practical instruction in the use of Fixo Zygoma one-piece zygomatic implants and pterygoid implants, both designed for immediate loading protocols without grafting. The course includes extensive cadaver lab sessions to improve anatomical familiarity, surgical technique, and clinical confidence in handling complex full-arch rehabilitation cases.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES Gain a detailed understanding of the anatomical and surgical principles of the zygomatic and pterygoid regions.

Learn the biomechanics and clinical indications for Fixo Zygoma implants (flat design) and pterygoid implants.

Perform implant placement on cadaver specimens, simulating real surgical scenarios. Explore advanced full-arch rehabilitation techniques in severely atrophic cases.

Enhance decision-making and complication management skills in extra-maxillary implant surgery.

PROGRAM 17.04.2026 17:00

Theoretical Session

Maxillary atrophy: classification and treatment concepts

Surgical anatomy of zygomatic and pterygoid regions

One-piece implantology: biomechanical principles

Focus on Fixo Zygoma: design, benefits, and insertion protocol

Pterygoid implants: clinical advantages and prosthetic strategy

Preoperative imaging, planning, and digital integration

Risk management and surgical tips

18.04.2026

Hands-On Session – Part I

Anatomical dissection: zygomatic and pterygoid zones

Flap design and soft tissue management techniques

Access and preparation for extra-maxillary implant placement

Light Lunch

Hands-On Session – Part II

Placement of Fixo Zygoma implants on cadaver heads

Step-by-step protocol for pterygoid implant insertion

Full-arch rehabilitation techniques combining zygomatic and pterygoid support

Case-based discussion and clinical scenarios

Immediate loading considerations

Debriefing and Q&A

Clinical case analysis

Discussion of surgical experience and troubleshooting

Delivery of certificates

Evening Networking Dinner – Location in Verona historical center 

 Dr. Andrea Borgonovo

graduated with honors in Medicine and Surgery and specialized in Maxillofacial Surgery, is an expert in dental aesthetic surgery and implantology, with an impressive academic career. Serving as a Contract Professor and Head of Surgery and Implantology at the Istituto Stomatologico Italiano, he has authored over 130 scientific publications and has been a speaker at more than 250 national and international congresses. He has held prestigious academic roles, including Visiting Professor at Universidad Católica de Murcia and Adjunct Professor at the LUdeS Foundation in Malta.