MASTERCLASS IN GBR - Ziacom

DECEMBER 4, 2026

UBGEN

MASTERCLASS

IN GBR

Naples, Italy

UBGEN
MASTERCLASS IN GBR

Guidelines, Techniques, and Strategies for Predictable Regeneration
A theoretical and practical masterclass dedicated to Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR), with a particular focus on the management of horizontal and vertical bone defects. A course designed to explore the biological principles, the decision-making process, the management of hard and soft tissues, and the selection criteria for biomaterials, membranes, and titanium mesh. The hands-on session using pig mandibles will allow participants to apply the main surgical techniques of GBR, with the goal of improving surgical control and clinical predictability.

Speaker: Prof. Silvio Mario Meloni
Language: Italian
Level: Intermediate/Advanced

Naples, Italy

Academic Center for Advanced Studies, Piazza Giovanni Bovio 8, Naples

PRACTICAL COURSE
From Theory to Practice. During this exclusive hands-on session, participants will have the opportunity to apply the main techniques of Guided Bone Regeneration on pig mandibles, refining their surgical control and management of horizontal and vertical GBR procedures under the guidance of Prof. Silvio Mario Meloni. An immersive experience designed to transform knowledge into clinical skills.

COURSE OBJECTIVES
This course offers a comprehensive program designed to explore the biological principles of GBR and develop a predictable clinical approach to bone regeneration. Participants will learn criteria for case planning, tissue management, and the selection of biomaterials, membranes, and titanium meshes, as well as strategies for preventing and managing major complications, while refining their skills through surgical practice.

9:00 a.m. – Welcome and Course Introduction

9:15 a.m. – GBR Horizontal: Biological Principles and Clinical Strategies

Biological Principles of Guided Bone Regeneration and Critical Factors for Clinical Success.
Prosthetically Guided Implant Planning and Integration of Regenerative Procedures.
Management of Hard and Soft Tissues: Flap Design, Periosteal Release, and Stability of the Regenerative Compartment.

11:00 a.m. – Coffee Break

11:30 a.m. – Advanced Techniques and Management of Complications

Selection of Biomaterials and Membranes: Guidelines, Limitations, and Selection Criteria.
Graft stabilization techniques and management of primary closure.
Biological and Surgical Complications: Prevention, Early Detection, and Treatment Strategies.

1.00 p.m. – Lunch

2:00 p.m. – Vertical Bone Regeneration: From Planning to Clinical Predictability

Biological Principles and Limitations of Vertical Regeneration.
Surgical strategies for achieving predictable vertical growth.
Non-resorbable membranes, titanium meshes, and resorbable approaches: how to choose the most appropriate technique.
Prevention and Management of Complications in Vertical Regeneration.

3:30 p.m. – Coffee Break

4:00 p.m. – Hands-On – Performing the main surgical steps of GBR on pig mandibles:

Design and mobilization of the flaps;
Passivation techniques and the process of forming the primary seal;
Positioning and securing membranes and biomaterials;
Management of horizontal and vertical regeneration procedures.

6:00 p.m. – Q&A – Closing Remarks

UBGEN
HANDS-ON

Naples, Italy

Course Schedule.