Crown lengthening is a commonly required surgical procedure to improve access to restoration margins, lengthen the clinical crown or to improve aesthetics. This one-day course is aimed at general practitioners wishing to improve their clinical and surgical skills and increase confidence in undertaking this procedure on their own patients. The emphasis of this course is on improving the restoration of teeth by surgical removal or repositioning of the gingivae and supporting bone.
The course consists of lectures followed by a laboratory component where participants will undertake surgical procedures on animal heads. Anatomy, theory, indications and techniques will be covered in the lectures, while the practical part will cover flap design and elevation plus bone removal.
Major Topics
Anatomy of the periodontium and biologic width
Indications and the periodontal/restorative interface
Techniques for surgical crown lengthening
Hands-on sessions raising flaps and removing bone
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this course, participants should be familiar with:
- treatment planning
- indication for and basic techniques in surgical crown lengthening
Past Course Participant Feedback: “A very good course aimed at the GP level with excellent mentors!”
