SP-34 Hello Perio? It's Endo Calling

CE Hours: 0.75

Description: The presentation will discuss the challenges in diagnosis and treatment planning of Endo-perio lesions. It will then discuss the importance of communication and collaboration between the endodontist and the periodontist in the attempt to save teeth. The role of guided bone regeneration during apical surgery - techniques and indications - will be reviewed as well as the manipulation of soft tissue in the management of resorptive lesions. This lecture will present the conversation and treatment planning of joined surgical procedures to ensure maximum patient benefit.

Learning Objectives:  

• Describe indications for guided bone regeneration during apical surgery.
• Discuss case selection for periodontal intervention before/during/after endodontic treatment
• Analyze periodontal prognosis when combined with endodontic treatment