<p>Lecture, two hours. Introduction and review of current concepts of periodontology from disease diagnosis, etiology and pathogenesis of periodontal diseases to non-surgical and surgical periodontal therapy. Review of periodontal microbiology, antimicrobials, and antibiotics. Periodontal surgical therapies are reviewed including flap surgery, crown lengthening, osseous resection, and periodontal regeneration. Includes mucogingival surgery. Presentation of dental implants from a periodontal perspective. S/U grading.</p>

Oral Biology

School of Dentistry

ORL BIO 250 - Introduction and Review of Periodontics for Residents

Introduction and Review of Periodontics for Residents

Discuss the classification of various forms of periodontal diseases and conditions.

Describe the rationale and treatment approach to management of mucogingival problems.

Discuss the rationale for utilizing antimicrobials or antibiotics in the treatment of periodontal diseases.

Understand the rationale and technique of reconstructive periodontal surgery.

Describe the clinical and radiographic aspects of periodontal health and disease.

Understand and appreciate peri-implant tissues, anatomy and function.

Discuss the rationale and principles of periodontal surgery for crown lengthening.

Discuss the importance of root instrumentation in phase I periodontal therapy.

Understand the microbiology and host-response in periodontal diseases.

Describe the relevance of biofilm control in periodontal therapy.

Understand the rationale and technique of resective osseous surgery in periodontal surgical therapy.

Describe risk factors associated with periodontal diseases.

General Catalog

Introduction and Review of Periodontics for Residents

ORL BIO 250

2 units