Piezotome Extraction with Immediate Implant

Removing an ankylosed root in an older patient can be challenging. It is even more so when the surgeon is attempting to remove the root as atraumatically as possible, so that a dental implant can be immediately placed. Just like with any other task, having the right tools makes the job more efficient, precise, and…

Basics of Oral Pathology

Every dentist in practice will see oral mucosal and bony lesions that are suspicious of significant pathology. Knowing how to evaluate them and what to do is essential so that the patient gets a timely diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Reznick sits down with Dr. Audrey Boros, an oral and maxillofacial pathologist, to discuss various topics…

Exposing a Palatally Impacted Maxillary Canine

Patients are frequently sent to oral surgeon by orthodontists to aid in the eruption of an unerupted maxillary canine tooth. The technique is different for a palatal impaction versus a tooth that is located more facially. CBCT imaging is the most reliable way to make the determination of tooth position and orientation so that the…

Immediate Implant at No. 20

In this video, the technique of atraumatic extraction of an endodontically-treated, fractured mandibular premolar is demonstrated, followed by immediate replacement with a dental implant. A sterile Isolite mouthpiece is used to provide airway protection, site isolation, jaw support, and patient comfort. Run time- 14:24

Essentials of Implantology and Guided Implant Surgery

This video is not coupled with continuing educational credits.  Do you want to learn how to place dental implants? Learn the right way, from an experienced oral surgeon and educator. Essentials of Implantology and Guided Implant Surgery will teach you the fundamentals that will get you off on the right foot for your implant journey.

Basic Guided implant Surgery: Astra Tech System EV

Guided implant surgery has improved the accuracy and efficiency of dental implant surgery. A prosthetically-based plan, combined with fully-guided placement facilitates optimal implant positioning and restoration. This video shows how the Astra Tech Implant System EV Guided Surgery kit uses these principles to deliver optimal results for our patients. Run time- 19:03

Implant kit cleaning tricks

This video is not coupled with continuing education credits.  It is important to properly clean, dry and sterilize and implant surgical kit. Improper technique can lead to oxidizing and dulling of the drills. Since a guided surgery kit generally costs about $5000-6000, not knowing the proper protocol can be expensive.

Covering a Mayo stand with the sterile drape

This video is not coupled with continuing education credits. In surgery, instruments are commonly placed on a Mayo stand which goes over the patient’s abdomen. When used in a sterile field for dental implants, that stand needs to be covered with a sterile drape. This video shows how a Mayo stand drape is placed over…

Removing a surgical gown and gloves

This video is not coupled with continuing education credits.  Just as it is important to know the proper technique to don a sterile gown and gloves, it is also essential to know how to remove these soiled covers to prevent contaminating yourself. This video shows you how.