Module 3 - Non-Surgical Management

Discussion

Format:

The day will comprise a combination of presentations and case studies, which will be discussed in small groups initially, then by the whole course. The main theme of the day will be the non-surgical management of periodontitis, including new treatment techniques, the use of antimicrobials and the management of furcation defects and perio-endo lesions.

Maximum participants: 20

Aims and Objectives:

1. To appreciate the range of periodontal treatment options available and indications for each.

2. To understand the objectives of non-surgical therapy and how this relates to current practice.

3. To understand the indications for, and limitations of, antimicrobial therapy.

4. To understand the aetiology and management of perio-endo lesions.

5. To understand the options for the management of furcation lesions.

The course should enable participants to:

1. Choose an appropriate treatment approach for individual patients.

2. Use antimicrobials in a rational and evidence-based way.

3. Manage furcation lesions.

4. Manage perio-endo lesions.

Outline Programme:

09.00	Registration
09.30	Welcome and Introductions
09.40	Non-Surgical Therapy - Principles
11.00	Coffee
11.15	Non-Surgical Therapy - Techniques
12.30	Use of Antimicrobials
13.00	Lunch
14.00	Groupwork and Discussion - Case 7 (planning complex cases)
14.30	Management of Furcations
15.00	Tea
15.15	Management of Perio-Endo Lesions
16.00	Groupwork and Discussion - What would you do?
16.30	Close