International Academy of Ceramic Implantology

09/08/2026

Can the implant material itself influence inflammation?

In this conversation, Dr. Sammy Noumbissi explores how the body may respond differently to metal alloys and zirconia ceramic implants, including ongoing research around corrosion, peri-implant inflammation, and material sensitivity.

His message for clinicians is ultimately about patient-specific decision making. Material selection should consider the individual patient, their history, biology, and the available evidence.

🎥 Watch the conversation to hear Dr. Noumbissi’s perspective on why implant material deserves a place in the conversation around long-term outcomes.

Explore the science of ceramic implantology at IAOCI 2026.

📅 Sept. 10–12 | Chantilly, Virginia

09/07/2026

Photobiomodulation isn’t new. But the conversation around it is changing.

From his own experience with exercise recovery to incorporating red light into regenerative and surgical protocols, Dr. Sammy Noumbissi discusses why PBM has become an increasingly important part of his approach.

As research continues to evolve, the conversation is moving toward a stronger understanding of how light, timing, dose, and frequency may influence biological responses and recovery.

🎥 Watch the conversation and hear Dr. Noumbissi’s perspective on where the science of red light therapy is heading.

Want to learn more about PBM in implant dentistry? Hear Dr. Rahul Desai at IAOCI 2026.

📅 Sept. 10–12 | Chantilly, Virginia

09/05/2026

Why are ceramic implants often discussed as an alternative to titanium?

One important part of the conversation is corrosion.

Dr. Sammy Noumbissi explains how titanium implant systems can involve multiple metal alloys across the implant, abutment, screw, and other components. In the oral environment, factors such as saliva, diet, mechanical wear, and interactions between dissimilar metals can contribute to different forms of corrosion over time.

Ceramic materials behave differently, which is one reason clinicians are increasingly interested in understanding their role in implant dentistry.

🎥 Watch the conversation as Dr. Noumbissi breaks down galvanic, chemical, and fatigue corrosion and why material selection matters.

Explore the science behind ceramic implantology at IAOCI 2026.

📅 Sept. 10–12 | Chantilly, Virginia

09/04/2026

An implant can be sterile and still not be “clean.”

In this conversation, Dr. Sammy Noumbissi explains what “clean implant” actually means and why it isn’t simply a question of titanium versus ceramic.

During manufacturing, implant surfaces can potentially be exposed to residues from milling tools, coolants, cleaning processes, and packaging.
That’s why, as Dr. Noumbissi explains, the material alone doesn’t determine surface cleanliness. Both titanium and ceramic implants can meet clean implant standards.

🎥 Watch the conversation to learn the difference between sterility and surface cleanliness, and why manufacturing matters.

Want to go deeper into the science behind ceramic implantology? Join us at IAOCI 2026.

📅 Sept. 10–12 | Chantilly, Virginia

09/03/2026

Dr. Rahul Desai is joining IAOCI 2026 to explore photobiomodulation and its potential as an adjunct to ceramic implantology and biologic dentistry.

His session will look at how PBM can be integrated into clinical workflows to support the biological environment surrounding implant treatment, with a focus on cellular energy, oxidative stress, and osseointegration.

🎥 Hear from Dr. Desai and discover how emerging technologies are expanding the conversation around implant success.

Ready to explore what’s next in biologic and ceramic implantology? Join us at IAOCI 2026.

📅 Sept. 10–12 | Chantilly, Virginia

09/02/2026

Zirconia is a ceramic. Zirconium is a metal.

The terminology can create confusion, even among clinicians.

As Dr. Sammy Noumbissi points out, we already use zirconia crowns and recognize them as ceramic. So why should zirconia implants be viewed differently?

In this conversation, he explains why “ceramic implant” can be the clearest way to describe the broader category, while distinguishing zirconia from its metallic precursor, zirconium.

🎥 Watch the conversation and clear up one of the most common misconceptions around ceramic implants.

Want to deepen your understanding of ceramic implantology? Join the conversation at IAOCI 2026.

📅 Sept. 10–12 | Chantilly, Virginia

09/01/2026

PBM is all about light, dose, and frequency.

In this conversation, Dr. Sammy Noumbissi breaks down photobiomodulation (PBM) and how red and near-infrared light are being explored in dentistry to support cellular activity, recovery, and the inflammatory response.

But PBM isn’t simply about applying light once.

Dr. Noumbissi explains why dose, frequency, consistency, and the right protocol matter, and how PBM can be incorporated alongside approaches such as PRF.

🎥 Watch the conversation to learn more about the role of light in regenerative and implant dentistry.

Want to explore technologies shaping the future of implant dentistry? Join us at IAOCI 2026.

📅 Sept. 10–12 | Chantilly, Virginia

08/31/2026

08/29/2026

One of the biggest misconceptions in implant dentistry is treating those terms as if they mean the same thing.

In this conversation, Dr. Sammy Noumbissi breaks down the science behind zirconia, explaining how zirconium transforms into a ceramic crystal structure (ZrO₂) and why understanding that distinction matters when discussing ceramic implants.

Sometimes, the biggest breakthroughs start with getting the terminology right.

🎥 Watch the conversation.

📅 IAOCI 2026 | Sept. 10–12 | Chantilly, Virginia

08/28/2026

What happens when patients understand both options?

Dr. Sammy Noumbissi shares what he has observed in his practice: when patients are properly educated about the pros and cons of both titanium and ceramic implants, many choose ceramic.

Ceramic implants aren’t perfect, but informed patients are increasingly interested in understanding their options.

🎥 Hear Dr. Noumbissi’s perspective on patient education and informed choice.

📅 IAOCI 2026 | Sept. 10–12 | Chantilly, Virginia