DentistryOnline courseProsthodontics
Biologically oriented preparation on teeth and implants — Stefano Conti’s BOPT lectures
Parma implant-prosthodontics lecturer Stefano Conti presents his approach to tooth preparation in B.O.P.T. concepts: Biologically Oriented Preparation Technique. Three lectures of about two hours each (6 hours in total) cover the philosophy behind BOPT, its use on implants, and how it connects to three-dimensional TMJ movement.
- 3lectures
- 6 hof video
- ~2 hper lecture
What you’ll be able to do
- Explain the biological rationale behind BOPT and minimally invasive preparation
- Judge when remaining tooth structure makes BOPT indicated
- Prepare anterior and posterior teeth for crowns and veneers with the right instruments and contours
- Adapt the concept to implant restorations
- Explain benefits and steps to patients for informed consent
Inside the course
The philosophy
The opening lecture explains why conserving natural structure matters and how BOPT weighs appearance against durable periodontal and dental health.
BOPT and implants
A second two-hour session carries the same principles over to implant-supported restorations.
Function and 3D jaw movement
The closing lecture relates the concept to three-dimensional movement of the temporomandibular joint. Across the course, Conti also touches on indications, instruments, newer restorative materials and how to explain the approach to patients.
Built for
- Prosthodontists and general practitionersA conservative preparation concept for crowns and veneers.
- Periodontists and dental techniciansA shared understanding of the technique across the clinical and laboratory team.
Curriculum
Lectures 3 lectures
- BOPT philosophy (2 h 03 min)
- BOPT concepts and implants (2 h 04 min)
- BOPT and 3d TMJ movement concept (2 h 05 min)
Before you buy
Are the hands-on exercises part of the recording?
The original programme mentions practical workshops, but this product consists of three recorded lectures; there is no physical hands-on component.
How detailed is the lesson breakdown?
Only the three lecture titles and durations are provided, with no topic list per lecture.
Do I get CME credit or a certificate?
No. Clinicapedia provides the educational content only — no CME or CE credits, MOC points or certificates of completion are included with this product.
Specifications
| Format | Online video lectures |
|---|---|
| Instructor | Stefano Conti |
| Contents | 3 lectures |
| Duration | About 6 hours |
| Access | Lifetime, self-paced |
| Department | Dentistry |
| Delivery | Instant download · lifetime re-download |


