The theory and practice of soft tissue management and grafting is no exception. Selecting the best possible learning experiences with those conducting the research matters and ensures you are developing the right skills effectively. These skills translate into excellent care for patients.
The Academy of Soft and Hard Tissue Augmentation (ASHA) is offering an advanced, two-part course, ‘Soft Tissue Management Around Teeth & Implants’. The course will be presented by Giovani Zucchelli, expert in the field of periodontology, and Selvaraj Balaji, founder of ASHA. Selvaraj is also a group practice owner, who is a passionate advocate and mentor.
A four-day event taking place at the London Marriott Canary Wharf Hotel & Executive Apartments, where delegates have the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience of the latest innovations.
Part one
From November 15 to 16, 2024, the event will focus on root coverage procedures for the treatment of single gingival recession. With a combination of hands-on learning and informative lectures, Giovani and Selvaraj will guide participants through a range of advanced procedures, including:
- Free gingival grafting (FGG)
- Coronally advanced flap for single recession defects
- Palatal harvesting techniques using de-epithelised connective tissue grafting (CTG) and FGG
- Coronally advanced flap techniques and CTG treatment of multiple gingival recessions
- Management of single recession and multiple root recession defects
Part two
From January 10 to 11, 2025, the course will focus on optimising the soft tissue during implant therapy. Participants will learn the theory and practice related to:
- Positioning of single and multiple implants in the aesthetic area
- The mucogingival approach to implant insertion
- Keratinised tissue augmentation in the peri-implant area
- Soft tissue augmentation in the edentulous area
- The platform technique
Finally, there will be a day dedicated to managing the complexities around peri-implantitis and soft tissue dehiscence around implants, covering:
- Aetiology and diagnosis of soft tissue dehiscence around implants
- Treatment of soft tissue dehiscence around implants
- Prosthetic treatment for soft tissue dehiscence
- Aetiology and diagnosis of peri-implantitis
- Treatment of peri-implantitis
- Hands -on placement and soft tissue management around implants
Ambassadors have spoken highly of the course as well as the practical application of the knowledge and skills they have gained.
Andrew Smales, a general dental practitioner (GDP) from Portsmouth, joined the course to gain greater expertise in predictable soft tissue management. He said, “The hands-on component, as well as the academic side of the course, was absolutely excellent. I strongly recommend this course for anybody interested in furthering their knowledge in implantology.”
Senthil Thaigarajan, an experienced implant dentist from Ipswich, added, “The course has been an absolute game-changer for me in improving my skills with soft tissue management. Now I have the skills to offer my patients the best care without having to refer them.”
For more information visit https://www.ashaclub.co.uk/courses