Atraumatic Extraction and Ridge Preservation

Course Description

This hands-on course will equip dental professionals with a thorough understanding and practical skills in ridge preservation and atraumatic tooth extraction. Participants will gain insights into the indications, and appropriate case selection, and learn when to employ these procedures. Additionally, the course will cover atraumatic tooth extraction techniques, including using specialised instruments such as elevators, forceps, reverse handpieces, blades, and curettes.

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Main Topics:

In this comprehensive course, delegates will delve into the intricacies of ridge preservation and atraumatic tooth extraction, gaining invaluable insights and practical skills to enhance their dental practice. Throughout the course, participants will explore:

Ridge Preservation:

Definition and concept of ridge preservation.
Indications for ridge preservation. When can it be used and why? It is not only a technique for implant surgeons.
Decision-making: When to use and when not to use ridge preservation.
Case selection examples for ridge preservation.

Atraumatic Tooth Extraction:

Overview of atraumatic tooth extraction.
Instruments used (luxators, Hu-Friedy forceps, reverse handpiece, burs, blades).
Techniques for atraumatic extraction, the upper and lower jaw.
Addressing fears associated with tooth extraction and coping strategies.
Case examples for atraumatic tooth extraction.

Socket Healing:

Understanding socket healing stages.
Recognition and management of extraction complications.

Material Selection:

Definition and choices of biomaterials used for ridge preservation.
Selection criteria for socket graft materials.
Choosing socket seal materials.

Suturing Techniques:

Overview of suturing techniques.
Selection of suture size and type.

Postoperative Instructions:

What we explain to patients after tooth extraction. Detailed postoperative instructions for tooth extractions.
Healing timelines and expectations.

Re-Entry stage

How long does a ridge preservation site have to heal?
How quickly-late can we re-enter and what do we find?

By the end of this course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of ridge preservation and atraumatic tooth extraction, enabling them to implement these techniques confidently in their dental practice weekly and from day 1 after the course. Practical examples and hands-on experience will be provided to enhance the learning process as well as detailed instruments and material required.

Beatriz Sanchez-Iñigo

BDS Lic. Odon MSc Implant Dentistry

Dental Surgeon

GDC No: 190407

Beatriz began her studies at Barcelona University (Spain) and soon developed a special interest in Oral Surgery. She completed a postgraduate course in the field, focusing on removing impacted wisdom teeth. After moving to England in 2010, Beatriz enrolled in her first formal postgraduate Implant course, at the UCL Eastman Dental Institute (PG Dip), London. Once finished, she wanted to continue studying and gaining experience leading to her joining the University of Central Lancashire MSc which she completed in 2017.

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