Featured Speaker: Jay Jayanetti, DDS

Conventional obturator prostheses often fall short in effectively restoring large palate-maxillary defects, leaving patients with compromised oral function and esthetics. In such cases, zygomatic implants emerge as a promising solution by providing remote anchorage, enabling the rehabilitation of challenging situations, including those with inadequate local bone sites. This lecture explores the efficacy of zygomatic implants, either alone or in combination with conventional length implants, shedding light on their success rates and potential complications. Moreover, it delves into the expanded applications of zygomatic implants, ranging from trauma to cleft palate patients, offering valuable insights into reduced treatment times and enhanced outcomes.

Decades of frustration in mandibulectomy rehabilitation have spurred the development of innovative techniques, such as microvascular tissue transfer and virtual surgical planning. Despite the challenges and varying success rates associated with these advancements, they underscore the pivotal role of prosthodontic principles in achieving functional and aesthetic restoration. This lecture presents a comprehensive overview of the evolution of mandibular reconstruction methods, emphasizing the significance of precise planning and interdisciplinary collaboration in optimizing outcomes for patients with tongue and mandible defects.

Facial prosthetics serve as a cornerstone in restoring the quality of life for individuals with facial defects. Addressing aesthetic concerns through meticulous design and surgical tailoring is imperative for achieving prosthetic success. This lecture meticulously examines the intricacies of facial prosthetics, from capturing fine anatomical detail to fostering seamless coordination with surgical teams for optimal outcomes. By emphasizing the paramount importance of communication and collaboration, it endeavors to equip participants with the requisite knowledge and skills to enhance patient satisfaction and well-being through the utilization of custom silicone prostheses and implant-retained solutions.

Dr. Jay Jayanetti, D.D.S., serves as the Chief of Maxillofacial Prosthetics, Clinical Fellowship Director, and Clinical Associate Professor at the UCLA School of Dentistry. Since joining the dental school faculty in April 2015, he has been dedicated to advancing the field of maxillofacial prosthetics. Dr. Jayanetti also maintains a private practice at the UCLA Center of Maxillofacial Prosthetics.

Dr. Jayanetti earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California, Davis, and his Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree from the University of California, San Francisco. He pursued further training with certificates in Prosthodontics and Maxillofacial Prosthetics from the University of California, San Francisco, and the University of Alabama, Birmingham, respectively.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Jayanetti has contributed to several book chapters and serves as a Co-Editor of the upcoming 4th Edition of Dr. Beumer’s Maxillofacial Rehabilitation textbook, alongside Drs. John Beumer and Arun Sharma.

Dr. Jayanetti's research interests include areas such as rapid prototyping of maxillofacial prosthetics, implant-assisted maxillofacial prosthodontics, and outcomes assessment of early rehabilitation of maxillary defects with primarily placed zygomatic implants. He has also been involved in the development of the IBAS (Implant-Borne Articulation Split) for free flap alignment and fixation.

An active member of professional organizations, Dr. Jayanetti is associated with the American Academy of Maxillofacial Prosthetics (Associate Fellow), the International Society of Maxillofacial Rehabilitation, and the Pacific Coast Society for Prosthodontics (Fellow).

Throughout his career, Dr. Jayanetti has received recognition for his dedication to teaching and mentoring, including awards such as the Dr. Beumer Teaching Award and the Dr. Berg Teaching Award from the UCLA School of Dentistry. He has also been honored with the Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching from the LSU School of Dentistry and several other accolades, including the UCSF Postgraduate Prosthodontics Dr. Sciutto Award and awards from various professional societies. Dr. Jayanetti remains committed to furthering his field while humbly serving his patients and students alike.