Join Associate Professor Max Guazzato in Palm Cove, QLD as he presents his two-day hands on course on Atraumatic Extractions and Bone Grafting Techniques.

The extraction of a tooth is unquestionably accompanied with the loss of alveolar bone volume. For some patients the loss of bone volume will compromise the possibility for successful dental implant rehabilitation. In other situations it may mean an alteration of the emergence profile and an aesthetic and functional compromise.

Teeth extractions can be challenging in numerous situations including posterior teeth with divergent roots, teeth adjacent to vital structures, teeth with existing pathology or fractured and retained roots. An atraumatic tooth extraction protocol, which is consistent, reproducible and ergonomic, will be discussed to reduce trauma and predictably remove teeth. An overview of alternate grafting techniques and materials will be discussed including particulate, bone blocks, sinuses.

Block bone grafting & sinus lifting are the most common treatment options used in situations of severe loss of alveolar bone for dental implant treatment. It is important to understand the treatment options available to the patient when it comes to bone grafting procedures. Block bone grafting and sinus lifting are complex regenerative procedures for very experienced clinicians and specialists. 

This course will give you hands-on, in depth knowledge of these treatment options and risk analysis. It will give you a thorough platform for skill development Please be aware that complex procedures should always be performed on patients after numerous pre-clinical simulations and then under strict supervision & mentorship of an experienced clinician.