The exponential growth in implant dentistry has resulted in the development of several new and essential procedures. The preservation of the dimensions of the alveolar ridge after tooth removal is crucial for the successful placement of dental implants. The scientific evidence demonstrating the effectiveness of bone grafts and guided bone regeneration in preserving and regenerating hard tissue in extraction sockets is overwhelming. This hands-on workshop uses a pig jaw model, allowing you to practice the regenerative treatment of fresh extraction sockets. During the hands-on training, our instructors will guide you in selecting and using bone grafts, membranes, and biological wound dressings. You will also learn flap elevation and suturing techniques that you can use during ridge preservation procedures.
Register for Upcoming Sessions
May 31, 2025 8:00 am - May 31, 2025 5:15 pm
All times for all events are in local Central Time.
Session Location:
Lynda J. Young Conference Room
6-410 Moos HS Tower
Lynda J. Young Conference Room
Minneapolis Campus
Course Number: CF4974
Enrollment is limited to 30
Learn How To
- Discuss the rationale for extraction socket and edentulous ridge preservation
- Describe the principles of tooth extraction with minimal trauma
- Recognize the modalities of osseous grafts used in edentulous ridge preservation
- Explain the indications and techniques for guided bone regeneration with membranes
- Illustrate the need for flap elevation: indications, advantages and disadvantages
- Describe appropriate anesthesia, pain management, and post-operative care
Workshop Exercises
- Extraction socket grafting combined with osseous grafting and socket orifice closure with a collagen plug/free gingival graft
- External socket grafting combined with internal membrane placement
- External socket grafting combined with external membrane placement and buccal flap elevation/advancement
Training Methods
Illustrated lectures, discussion, demonstration, case studies, laboratory exercises