Course Description
For the last decade, research has demonstrated that the host immunoinflammatory response plays a greater role in the pathogenesis of periodontitis than the mere presence of bacteria. This paradigm shift has impacted the management of periodontitis. Rather than a simplistic focus on bacteria elimination, treatment strategies for managing periodontitis is becoming more complex and sophisticated that will reduce periodontal destruction and improve tooth retention. Saving periodontally involved teeth have become more critical as dental implants are demonstrating a limited lifespan associated with complex biological complications. This course will review the current concepts and strategies on management of periodontitis.
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- Understand the outcomes and limitations of nonsurgical therapy
- Explain the indications and contraindications of periodontal surgery
- Describe the role of preventive and periodontal maintenance therapy
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Please arrive within 30 minutes before the course start time to sign in.
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Complimentary coffee/tea and lunch are provided for course participants. Please indicate any dietary restrictions upon registration.
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Cancellations made more than 10 calendar days before the course start date will receive a full refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made within 10 calendar days of the course start date.
Refunds will not be issued for registrants who do not attend, regardless of reason for absence.
Registrations cannot be transferred to another individual.
To cancel your registration, please follow the link and instructions provided in the registration confirmation email. If you are eligible for a refund, the refund will be processed automatically upon cancellation. Please allow 3-5 business days for the transaction to be completed.
Continuing Dental Education (University of Toronto) reserves the right to cancel courses due to insufficient registrations, instructor cancellation, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control. In the event of course cancellation, a full refund will be issued, and registrants will be notified promptly. We are not liable for any associated losses, damages, or expenses, including travel and accommodations.
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After completing this course, a certificate of completion that indicates the number of Continuing Education (CE) points earned will be sent to you within 7-10 days by email.
Speaker
Dr. Lai is the Vice-Dean of Education, and the former Director of Graduate Periodontics, for the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto. He obtained his Doctor of Dental Medicine and Doctor of Education at University of Pennsylvania. He completed his Master of Science and specialty training in periodontology at the University of Toronto. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, International College of Dentists, American College of Dentists and the Pierre Fauchard Academy. He is Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology.