Periodontal Surgery (MK081112GDP)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectPeriodontics
DescriptionPeriodontal surgery for the Non-diseased patient. The morning will start with an initial presentation on indications and techniques for pre-restorative surgery, followed by a practical session on pigs jaws. This is followed by an extensive presentation of treated human cases.
Additional informationThe afternoon session is devoted to periodontal plastic surgery, combining the theory and practice (again on the pigs jaw) of grafting techniques, including free gingival grafts and connective tissue grafts.

Phil Ower qualified from King's London in 1978. He joined the RAF after qualifying and was a general dental practitioner until taking an MSc in Periodontology in 1992, after which he was RAF Adviser in Periodontology and ran the RAF School of Dental Hygiene. After leaving the RAF he lectured at the Eastman Dental Institute and worked in several specialist practices. For 10 years he worked alongside Bernie Kieser at the Periodontal Practice in London and now practices at the Briars Dental Centre in Newbury. He is on the GDC's Specialist Register.

VenueMilton Keynes Postgraduate Centre, Milton Keynes  View details
Date & timeThursday 8 November 2012, 09:15 to 16:45
LecturerMigration  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Development outcomeNo development outcome
Course styleHands-on
Core topicNo core topic
CPD hours6:00
Cost£15.00
Aims
  1. To appreciate the indications and contraindications for, and to carry out simple surgical crown lengthening and other pre-restorative techniques
  2. To understand the principles of periodontal plastic surgery and be able to discuss the benefits with patients.
  3. To understand the relevance of, and carry out, simple root coverage procedures.
  4. To understand the advantages and disadvantages of different root coverage techniques.