MODULE 9: SURGICALÂ TECHNIQUE
(2 AGD/PACE CE Hours)
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When I began extracting teeth, I went through every tool in the drawer and even ordered others thinking that surely one of them had to work!?! The right instruments make a difference, but learning proper surgical technique and application of forces is what really unlocks success!
FREE Sample Videos:
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Module 9 Videos:
(27 Accelerated Topics | 2 AGD / PACE CE Hours)
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Patient & Operator Positioning
How to Use An Elevator
Overhand vs. Underhand Forceps Grasp
Basic Principles of Extractions
Proper Application of Forces
Purchase Points
Incisions
Incision & Drainage Pt. 1
Incision & Drainage Pt. 2
Basic Principles of Flaps
Envelope Flaps
Three-cornered Flaps
Four-cornered Flaps
Buccal Advancement Flap
Sectioning Maxillary Molars
Sectioning Mandibular Molars
Sectioning Premolars
Bone Removal
Troughing
Socket Debridement
Distobuccal Elevation
Socket Debridement
Interproximal Contacts
Socket Irrigation
Forceps Force Vectors
Finger Rests
Extraction Positioning
Module 9 Objectives
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- Patient Positioning
• Position patients correctly for maxillary extractions.
• Position patients correctly for mandibular extractions. - Elevators & Forceps Technique
• Demonstrate proper technique with a straight elevator.
• Compare overhand vs. underhand forceps grasps. - Extraction Principles
• State the goals of an extraction.
• List predictability tips for better outcomes.
• Recount the general technique for simple extractions. - Purchase Points
• Explain what a purchase point is.
• Understand how purchase points assist extractions.
• Demonstrate how to create a purchase point. - Flaps & Incisions
• Demonstrate proper technique for full-thickness flaps.
• Recite areas where incisions should not be made.
• State fundamentals of flap design & reflection. - Flap Types
• Know when to use an envelope flap and demonstrate its creation.
• Know when to use a three-cornered flap and create one.
• Know when to use a four-cornered flap and create one. - Sinus Repair
• Discuss technique for a buccal advancement flap for sinus perforation repair.
• State advantages and disadvantages of this flap. - Surgical Sectioning
• Confidently section/remove maxillary & mandibular molars.
• Section premolars or broken roots appropriately. - Bone Management
• Understand bone troughing and why it’s helpful.
• Recognize equipment and technique for creating a trough.
• List reasons for bone removal during extractions.
• Discuss appropriate, conservative bone removal. - Socket Debridement
• State goals of socket debridement.
• Perform complete and adequate post-extraction debridement.
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