Functional Posterior Crown Lengthening Course
ONLINE AND IN-PERSON | 16 CE CREDITS* | TUITION $2,000
*This number is an estimate. Your regulatory body will issue the credit.
When it comes to the restoration of posterior dentition in non-aesthetic locations, there are few treatment modalities of more utility and importance than correctly done functional posterior crown lengthening. The ability to adjust the tissue and bone anatomy prior to restoration can predictably result in a more stable and healthy final result.
Course Overview
This course will provide both foundational knowledge and hands-on experience (both in the lab and with live patients) that will allow the attendee to perform simple, functional posterior crown lengthening procedures in their practices.
Instructor Ratio: 1:4
Levels
Both levels for this weekend course are purhcased together.
Level 1: Didactic Presentations
Candidates will receive presentations from periodontists that cover the foundational knowledge on performing simple, functional posterior crown lengthening procedures in their practices.
During our perio weekend, Level 1 is on the Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MST.
Level 2: Hands-on Workshop
This workshop will cover elements on instrumentation, sharpening techniques, and suturing. Intraoral photography will be covered to improve clinical documentation. A video demonstration on crown lengthening will be reviewed prior to completing a hands-on crown lengthening procedure on a pig jaw.
During our perio weekend, Level 2 is on the Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5p.m. MST.
important
This course does not teach aesthetic crown lengthening procedures more routinely in the aesthetic zone.
Additional Course details
Prerequisites
DDS/DMD degree & active practicing license from your dental regulatory authority in Canada.
Location
This course is hosted at the KAYE Clinic at 11400 University Ave, Edmonton, AB T6G 1Z1.