DSUR 522 - Essentials of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Institution:

University of Maryland-Baltimore

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Description:

Spring. The course provides readings and lecture material relating to the priniciples of exodontia and routine oral surgery. A review of inflammation and wound healing precedes?instruction in the application of force with dental elevators and forceps to safely remove teeth. Concepts of conservation of attached gingiva and alveolar bone are emphasized. Surgical procedures for the preparation of the mouth for prosthodontic rehabilitation are presented. Presurgical evaluation of the patient, selection of surgical procedure, instrumentation and technique, and development of properly designed mucoperisteal flaps with concomitant suturing techique are reviewed and illustrated with clinical examples.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umaryland.edu

Phone Number:

(410) 706-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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