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Chlorhexidine: A Multi-Functional Antimicrobial Drug
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Gary J. Kaplowitz, DDS, MA, MEd, Marilyn Cortell, RDH, MS
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Chlorhexidine gluconate is an effective bactericidal agent and broad-spectrum antimicrobial drug. It has been extensively researched and is the “gold standard” antimicrobial in oral hygiene. Chlorhexidine is useful in many clinical disciplines including periodontics, endodontics, oral surgery and operative dentistry.
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Complications of Extractions
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Donald Testa, DDS, Michael Florman, DDS
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Upon completion of this course, the clinician will be able to do the following: understand the components of careful evaluation and planning to reduce risks when performing extractions, understand factors that tend to increase the difficulty of extractions, understand protocols to prevent problems resulting from extractions and the necessity of investigating patients’ health histories, and understand the challenges of bleeding—dangers of hemorrhaging, causes of bleeding, and hemostatic agents available in the industry to minimize bleeding.
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Controlling the Intraoral Environment Before and After Implant Therapy
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Fiona M. Collins, BDS, MBA, MA, Richard Nejat, DDS, Daniel Nejat, DDS
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Dental implants are a well-accepted treatment for the replacement of missing teeth. An estimated two million implants are placed annually, and it can be anticipated that an increasing number of implants will be placed and need to be maintained in the coming years. The intraoral environment and overall health of an individual patient influence patient selection/implant candidacy and the outcome of implant therapy. Factors affecting the intraoral environment include the patient’s heath status, medication use, level of oral hygiene, and habits such as smoking and drinking. Oral hygiene is an important determinant of implant success, as it is with the health of the natural dentition. Brushing and flossing are also critical success factors, requiring considerable patient education and motivation, and adjunctive therapy may be considered. With careful patient selection and patient commitment to oral hygiene measures, the potential for long-term success and implant health is excellent.
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Extraction Site and Ridge Preservation
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Aron Gonshor, BSc, PhD, DDS, FRCD ( C), FAO
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It has been estimated that more than 40 million teeth were extracted in 1999. An atraumatic extraction technique, together with ridge and site preservation, is important for function and esthetics following tooth replacement. This is particularly true if an implant is being contemplated for the extraction site. Atraumatic tooth extraction using the least-invasive procedure possible is the first step. Current techniques used for ridge and site preservation include the use of bone graft materials and/or resorbable membranes. Ideally, at the end of the process the area will be filled with vital, mineralized bone. A combination technique using deproteinized bovine bone grafting material and a resorbable collagen membrane has been found to produce a consistently preserved alveolar ridge at the site. The addition of a temporary ovate pontic helps to preserve and develop soft tissue contours during healing. Use of an appropriate technique preserves alveolar ridge anatomy, facilitates prosthetic management, optimizes function and esthetics, and enables the patient to be treated in a shorter time and with fewer surgical procedures.
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Extreme Magnification: Seeing the Light
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Glen A. Van As, BSc, DMD
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Upon completion of this course, the clinician will be able to do the following: Understand the evolution of the use of microscopes in dentistry, know the improvements in treatment precision obtainable using a microscope, and understand how the integration of microscopes into the dental office can improve ergonomics and documentation, as well as aid communication.
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Implants or Endodontics: Alternative Treatments?
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Faculty:
Fiona M. Collins, BDS, MBA, MA, Richard Nejat, DDS
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Upon completion of this course, the clinician will be able to do the following:Understand the common causes of tooth extractions and potential sequelae, be knowledgeable about the success rates for both endodontic treatment and implant treatment as well as the factors and conditions that can lead to failure of endodontic and implant treatment, understand the systemic and oral considerations that are involved in determining whether endodontic treatment or implant treatment is more appropriate for a given patient, and understand the implications for decision making together with the patient, and factors influencing the patient in his or her choice of treatment.
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Making It Easy for Patients to Say "Yes" to Implant Dentistry
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Cost: $49.00
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Paul Homoly, CSP
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Case acceptance, especially for those patients facing complex procedures such as implant dentistry, is a major factor for many dental health professionals. However, the failure of patients to carry through with a recommended course of treatment is not an insurmountable problem. Through a discussion of the various issues involved in case acceptance, this course addresses how the dentist can increase the odds of patient retention over time. This course includes analyses of patient readiness, psychological contributors from the patient’s point of view, and ways in which the dentist’s perception of the patient can positively or negatively influence case acceptance.
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Management of Complications of Dental Extractions
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Faculty:
Bach T. Le, DDS, MD, FICD, Ian Woo, MS, DDS, MD
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Dental extractions are a commonly performed surgical procedure in the United States. There are a number of factors that determine difficulties related to extractions, including root morphology and proximity to anatomical structures, bleeding, post-operative swelling and infection. Dental professionals performing extractions must conduct a full pre-operative evaluation, and must be prepared to deal with extraction difficulties and complications.
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Maxillary Sinus Augmentation: Fixed Restorations in the Compromised Posterior Maxilla
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Stephen S. Wallace, DDS
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Lateral window sinus elevation is a preprosthetic procedure that can increase the success rate for posterior maxillary implants. An evidence-based decision process is required so that appropriate decisions can be made that will lead to the most positive patient outcomes.
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Oral Surgery for the General Dentist - Atraumatic Extractions
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Bach T. Le, DDS, MD, FICD, Lucas A. Hardy, DMD, Robert R. Goos, DMD
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Atraumatic dental extraction requires a complete preoperative assessment of the patient prior to surgery. The clinician must know the patient’s medical status, and assess the level of difficulty of the extraction. During the extraction procedure, basic atraumatic surgical techniques must be followed and the clinician must be prepared to manage complications should they arise.
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