Mastering Soft Tissue Management in Endodontic Surgery for Aesthetic Excellence
CE Hours: 1.25
Description: As the demand for endodontic surgery continues to rise, the significance of soft tissue management becomes increasingly important, particularly in the anterior area where achieving esthetically successful outcomes is paramount. Emphasizing prevention as the optimal strategy, this session will delve into the best practices for minimizing esthetic complications. It is equally imperative to know how to resolve issues such as gingival recession or papilla loss. This comprehensive session will cover crucial aspects including the esthetic considerations in anterior zones, advanced flap and suturing techniques addressing high-risk scenarios and shed light on soft tissue grafting procedures to correct post-op recession using various grafting materials.
Learning Objectives:
- Analyze the key factors influencing the esthetic outcome in endodontic surgery.
- Assess and prioritize these parameters for optimal results.
- Describe advanced flap design techniques and suturing techniques designed to minimize the risk of esthetic complications.
Key:
Ye Shi, DDS, MS
Dr. Ye Shi is currently the Clinical Assistant Professor in the department of Periodontics and Implantology at NYU College of Dentistry and Program Director for the International Summer Practicum Program.
Dr. Ye Shi received her DDS degree from Nanjing Medical University in China, 2011 and then completed a 3-year post-graduate residency with a master’s degree of Prosthodontics in Pecking Union Medical College, China. Afterward, she came to United States for further training. She first completed a three-year Advanced Program for International Dentists in Implant Dentistry at NYU College of Dentistry. Thereupon, she had her 3-year periodontal training in the Advanced Education Program of Periodontics at NYU College of Dentistry. Dr. Shi is a diplomate of American Board of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry, as well as a diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.
She serves as Chair of Membership Committee of Northeastern Society of Periodontists and Vice Chair of Clinical Innovation Committee of Academy of Osseointegration. She has received numerous awards for her clinical research and published articles in peer-reviewed journals and book chapters as well. In addition to lecturing nationally and internationally, Dr. Shi lectures for the Advanced Program for Periodontics and International Implant Program.
Speaker Disclosure
I declare that I have no proprietary, financial, or other personal interest of any nature or kind in any product, service, course, and/or company, or in any firm beneficially associated therewith, that will be discussed or considered during the proposed presentation.