Every day, dentists work in an environment where wound healing is necessary following an extraction, implant placement, frenectomy, gingivectomy, trauma, or even an ulceration. This healing process takes place in a remarkable, warm, oral fluid–filled space of microorganisms — the oral cavity.
However, many patients experience challenges during healing, often accompanied by discomfort, which can lead to less-than-desirable results.
This program will present an overview of basic wound healing principles, along with an updated discussion of the local and general factors that play significant roles. Attendees will gain an understanding of foundational concepts through major vitamin and mineral categories, concluding with specific clinical applications of current therapeutics to reduce discomfort, achieve a healthier oral balance, and create a better patient experience.
After completing this webinar, participants will be able to:
- Review healing factors and fundamentals.
- Explain protein’s central role, vital nutrients, and recognize nutritional deficiencies.
- Identify compromised patients and hostile oral environments.
- Update clinical protocols and discover how to reduce pain by leveraging therapeutic advancements.
