Presented by: Dr. Peter C. Fritz, B.Sc., D.D.S., F.R.C.D.(C)., Ph.D. (Perio), M.B.A. The intra-oral and extra-oral soft tissue examination is an essential part of all dental exams. This examination is performed in a thorough and systematic nature to ensure that no parts of the head and neck region are missed or overlooked. This examination can […]
Presented by: Dr. Luisa Schuldt, D.D.S., M.Sc., F.R.D.C. (C) Join us for lecture 11 of the 12 part lecture series exploring cutting edge updates in the world of periodontics. In this lecture, we introduce Dr. Luisa Schuldt to the Perio in the Peninsula Study Club. Dr. Schuldt recently joined our Periodontal Wellness & Implant Surgery
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Presented by: Sean Kashanchi Senior Management Consultant at Gallup, a global analytics company To provide the ultimate patient experience, every moment can and should be orchestrated. From the costumes, the cast, the scripts, and the stage – everything matters. Learn how we orchestrate the patient experience in order to provide a remarkable visit. Presented May
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A lack of consensus on how to classify post‐operative complications in dentistry limits the ability for comparison of outcomes among treatments and their primary providers. Therefore, the Fonthill Dental Surgery Complication Classification Scale has been proposed as a uniform reporting tool to allow for the standardized quality assessment of dental treatment. This instrument classifies negative
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Exposure to ionizing radiation and its potential risks are often major concerns of our patients. Ambiguity and confusion exist among the general public, mainly due to the risks discussed in the media and from spurious online information. This leads to confusion, fear, and avoidance by the patient. Therefore, this review aims to attenuate the ambiguity
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To determine the relationship between anticipated pain and actual pain experienced following soft tissue grafting or implant surgery; to identify the factors that predict actual pain experienced and the use of pain medication following soft tissue grafting or implant surgery. Prior to dental implant placement (n = 98) or soft tissue grafting (n = 115)
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Proper care after your periodontal surgery will help your mouth to heal quickly. This includes a healthy, soft food diet. At first, your temporary soft food diet may seem challenging, but with some planning you can ensure that you have all of the nutrients you’ll need for your body to heal quickly. As soon as
This paper describes one ecosystem that has been created to foster synergy between dentistry, dental hygiene, university research and college training as well as industry partnerships to produce the future dental hygienist leaders of tomorrow. Written by: Peter C. Fritz, BSc, DDS, FRCD(C), PhD (Perio), MBA; Carolyn Triemstra, BRLS, MEd.; Amanda B. Longo, BSc, MSc, PhD;
