Overview:
This course provides a comprehensive review of basic periodontal surgical techniques that can immediately be put into practice. In the didactic portion, proper diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient preparation prior to surgery will be discussed. Instrumentation and surgical techniques will be reviewed for procedures including gingivectomy, periodontal flap surgery, mucogingival surgery, regenerative surgery, and crown lengthening. The hands-on portion will provide attendees with the opportunity to practice periodontal surgical techniques and will also enhance general oral surgical skills such as flap design and suturing.
Learning Objective:
- Review periodontal diagnoses and treatment planning
- Review the indications for periodontal surgery
- Understand the basic principles of periodontal surgery, flap design, and suturing
- Be aware of limitations and expected outcomes from surgical interventions
- Review basic principles of managing post-surgical complications
- Obtain hands-on experience in flap design and suturing for the most common periodontal surgeries
* CANCELLATION POLICY: Two weeks prior to course date — 100% refund. One week prior to course date — 50% refund. There is no refund for cancellations after one week prior to course date. Course registrations are not transferable. The University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry reserves the right to cancel any course at its discretion. In the event of a cancellation registrants will be notified and their course fee refunded in full. Please note that the University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry is not liable for any incidental expenses (including transportation and/or accommodation costs) associated with course cancellations.
DISCLAIMER: Dental education institutions have an obligation to disseminate new knowledge related to the dental practice. In so doing, some presentations may include controversial materials or commercial references. Sponsorship of a continuing dental education course by the University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry does not necessarily imply endorsement of a particular philosophy, procedure, or product by this institution.
The Continuing Dental Education division of the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Toronto is committed to providing dental professionals with opportunities to improve their knowledge, skill and judgement throughout their professional career. Following a proud 140 year tradition at the University of Toronto, Continuing Dental Education programming balances rigorous, evidence-based science with the teaching of superior practical techniques.
