Advanced Course in Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR)

Improving the predictability of alveolar ridge augmentation: avoiding common pitfalls

Abstract:

 Regeneration of bone deficiencies requires: 
1) proper diagnosis, 
2) risk assessment to determine the likelihood of success, 
3) the selection of appropriate techniques, materials, and protocols, 
4) careful surgical execution, and 
5) follow-up and management of complications. 

Although many techniques, materials, and protocols are available, emphasis will be placed on those that are evidence-based, have the highest potential for achieving desired outcomes, are associated with lower patient morbidity, and have a lower risk of complications. The choice of bone graft material and the utility of biologics (recombinant platelet-derived growth factor, rhPDGF, and platelet-rich fibrin, PRF) will be discussed. Bone augmentation often results in a loss of vestibular depth and may require vestibuloplasty or soft tissue augmentation.

This presentation will start with an explanation of the concepts and theoretical aspects, followed by a description of the step-by-step protocol. The hands-on part will begin with a demonstration, and then have participants perform each procedure.

Educational objectives:

By the end of this program, participants will acquire practical experience with:

• Risk Assessment and Classification
• Material Selection: autogenous Bone vs biomaterial
• Rationale for the application of membranes
• The response to various membranes
• Flap design considerations in various oral sites
• Bone and Graft Stabilization
• Vestibular and Soft Tissue Management: Application of Tissue Substitutes
• Complications: Recognition and Management
• Effectively assess risks and classify bone deficiencies.
• Select appropriate graft materials for successful outcomes.
• Execute flap management and stabilization techniques.
• Recognize and manage potential complications in bone regeneration.

PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY MASTERCLASS

Evidence-Based Advances in Pediatric Dentistry:

Contemporary Techniques for Clinical Excellence

• 2 days of a comprehensive curriculum
• Master the modern techniques from one of the most accomplished clinician speakers who has lectured worldwide. 
• Wisdom of 30 years in 2 days
• Golden opportunity to learn & apply the multidimensional aspects of pediatric dentistry. 

Nitrous Oxide Sedation 02: Turn Your Patient to a Happy One

Learning Objectives:

• Review briefly the various methods of control of anxiety in dentistry
• Discuss the principles of basic physics related to gases and inhalational sedation
• Review the levels of consciousness and unconsciousness and their determinants
• Review the basics of respiratory physiology
• Review the pharmacology of nitrous oxide
• Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of inhalational sedation
• Discuss indications and contraindications of inhalational sedation
• Understand the function of the equipment
• Discuss the possible medical emergencies of nitrous oxide sedation
• Learn and apply the necessary clinical skills for nitrous oxide sedation effectively and safely
• Describe the hazards associated with nitrous oxide sedation
• Understand the medico-legal aspects of nitrous oxide administration

Teaching Format:

• Lectures
• Case-based discussions
• Evidence-based Practice
• Interactive sessions
• Hands-on course

DETAILED PROGRAM OUTLINE - DIDACTIC SESSION

• Anxiety and its psychological impact in dentistry
• Anxiety management techniques in dentistry
• Respiratory physiology
• Pharmacology of nitrous oxide
• Advantages and disadvantages of nitrous oxide
• Indications and contraindications of nitrous oxide
• Monitoring sedation techniques
• Nitrous oxide equipment
• Emergencies: Prevention and management
• Clinical protocol: nitrous oxide sedation
• Hazards associated with nitrous oxide sedation
• Medico-legal aspects of nitrous oxide administration

HANDS-ON SESSION:

• Demonstration:
  Gas cylinders | Mixing machines | Technique
• Clinical demonstration
• Participant Training