Sinus Grafting in the Presence of Pathology

Sinus Grafting in the Presence of Pathology is organized by Dentaltown, L.L.C.

Released: 08/26/2016
Expiration Date: 06/30/2025

Overview:
This clinical based presentation will address the management of thickened mucous membranes, polyps, and mucous retention cysts in conjunction with maxillary sinus augmentation surgery. A sequential CT diagnostic and treatment protocol will be presented to handle this specific pathology. The author will draw from his 27 year experience with more than 1100 sinus graft procedures.

Educational Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to achieve the following:
• Understand the importance of cone beam CT for comprehensive assessment of maxillary sinus anatomy and pathology.
• Assess preoperatively the presence, size and location of thickened maxillary sinus membranes, maxillary sinus polyps and mucous retention cysts.
• Understand a treatment protocol for removing thickened maxillary sinus membranes, maxillary sinus polyps and mucous retention cysts simultaneously with sinus augmentation surgery.

Note: The fee to view this course is $36. This cost includes the fee to take the exam and claim your CE credits.

1.5 CE Credits