The ever-changing landscape of oral surgery procedures is demanding, particularly for women. With tools, techniques, and surgical suites designed for larger bodies and bigger hands, adapting strategies to meet women’s physical size and style of care is essential. Learn from a team of leading women, all oral and maxillofacial surgeons, during this extended day, hands-on workshop. During this program, you will learn how to update your surgical toolbox, consider suturing techniques that work for smaller hands and tools, complete flaps, prepare extraction sites, and consider the skills needed to finesse and not force the removal of teeth.
Register for Upcoming Sessions
May 21, 2022 8:00 am - May 21, 2022 6:00 pm
All times for all events are in local Central Time.
Session Location:
University of Minnesota School of Dentistry
Course Number: CF3294
Enrollment is limited to 36
Learn How To
My Three Favorite Surgical Tools and Why
- Consider what makes an effective tool for smaller hands
- Discuss what tools allow for greater finesse and less force
- Determine the most appropriate tools for common surgical procedures
Suturing Demonstration and Hands-on Activity
- Determine the most effective suture technique for specific surgical procedures
- Select the most effective suture materials
- Attempt new suturing techniques and tool usage, based on instructors’ recommendations
Skill Station: Extraction
- Analyze instruments and techniques suitable for smaller hands, less force
- Consider body positioning and instrument handling techniques
- Address root tips and common occurrences during extraction
Skill Station: Flaps
- Use instrumentation common to the envelope flap
- Tissue handling techniques
- Focus on suturing techniques and tips
Skill Station: Grafting
- Consider the importance of grafting procedures and clinical considerations
- Discuss the tooth removal techniques and their impact
- Evaluate the grafting materials, membranes, and suturing involved in grafting
Training Methods
Illustrated presentations, demonstrations, hands-on exercises, and discussion.