Improve your knowledge with this program where you will find top level clinical cases and materials. Improve the quality of your clinical practice through the Postgraduate diploma in Basic Periodontal Surgery and Laser in Periodontics"

Gingival and periodontal diseases are among the most common human diseases. Gingivitis affects approximately 50% of school children, and more than 70% of the adult population has suffered from gingivitis, periodontitis or both. Periodontitis is thought to account for 30 to 35% of all tooth extractions while caries and its sequelae account for as much as 50%.
New techniques in the surgical approach, as well as the introduction of laser as an effective therapy, have improved the response options to periodontal pathologies in a remarkable way.

The knowledge acquired in this program will give the students the ability to face working life from a more qualified position, giving them a clear advantage when it comes to accessing a job, as they will be able to offer the application of the latest technological and scientific advances surrounding the field of periodontics.

The fundamental justification of the program is, therefore, to train professionals with adequate knowledge, skills, attitudes, values and competencies, who are able to serve society by satisfying its health demands, both in terms of prevention, diagnosis and treatment, in an ethical, efficient and safe manner. This professional must appreciate the need for lifelong professional development and continuing education, be able to efficiently utilize advances in knowledge and technology, and understand the central role of the patient in therapeutic decision making.

Update your knowledge through the Postgraduate diploma in Basic Periodontal Surgery and Laser in Periodontics, in a practical way and adapted to your needs"

This Postgraduate diploma in Basic Periodontal Surgery and Laser in Periodontics contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of clinical cases presented by experts in the different dental specialties
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice.
• New techniques in surgical treatment and laser use in periodontal disease.
• An algorithm-based interactive learning system for decision-making in the clinical situations presented throughout the course.
• With a special emphasis on evidence-based medicine and research methodologies in periodontal surgery.
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

This Postgraduate diploma is the best investment you can make in the selection of a refresher program for two reasons: in addition to updating your knowledge in periodontal surgery and the use of lasers in periodontics, you will obtain a diploma from TECH Global University"

Forming part of the teaching staff is a group of professionals in the world of Dentistry, who bring to this course their work experience, as well as a group of renowned specialists, recognised by esteemed scientific communities.

Thanks to its multimedia content developed with the latest educational technology, they will allow the professionals a situated and contextual learning, that is to say, a simulated environment that will provide an immersive learning programmed to prepare in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the student will must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the course. For this reason, you will be assisted by an innovative, interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts in the field of radiology with extensive teaching experience.

This program offers training in simulated environments, which provides an immersive learning experience designed to train for real-life situations"

It includes clinical cases to bring the program's degree as close as possible to the reality of care in dentistry"

The structure of the contents has been designed by a team of professionals knowledgeable about the implications of training in daily medical practice, aware of the relevance of the current relevance of education in order to be able to act before the patient and committed to quality teaching through new educational technologies.

This Postgraduate diploma in Basic Periodontal Surgery and Laser in Periodontics contains the most complete and up to date scientific program on the market".

Module 1. Basic Periodontics

1.1.    Anatomy of the Periodontium

1.1.1.    Gingivae: Keratinized, Free, Inserted, Interdental
1.1.2.    Alveolar Mucosa
1.1.3.    Periodontal Ligament
1.1.4.    Root Cementum
1.1.5.    Alveolar Bone
1.1.6.    Blood, Lymphatic and Nervous System of the Periodontium
1.1.7.    Periodontal Biotypes
1.1.8.    Biological Space

1.2.    Epidemiology of Periodontal Disease

1.2.1.    Prevalence of Periodontal Disease
1.2.2.    Risk Factors for Periodontitis
1.2.3.    Periodontal Diseases and Their Relation to Systemic Diseases

1.3.    Microbiology of Periodontal Disease

1.3.1.    Biofilm and Dental Calculus Microbiological and Clinical Aspects
1.3.2.    Periodontal Infections
1.3.3.    Periodontal Pathogens
1.3.4.    Bacterial Plaque and Biofilm Disease Onset and Progression

1.4.    Host-Parasite Interaction

1.4.1.    Disease Onset and Progression
1.4.2.    Pathogenesis of Periodontitis
1.4.3.    Host-Parasite Interaction

1.5.    Factors Associated with Periodontal Disease

1.5.1.    Diabetes mellitus
1.5.2.    Puberty, Pregnancy, Menopause
1.5.3.    Tobacco Addiction

Module 2. Periodontal Diseases 

2.1.    Non-Plaque-Induced Inflammatory Gingival Lesions

2.1.1.    Gingival Diseases of Bacterial Origin
2.1.2.    Gingival Injuries of Viral Origin
2.1.3.    Gingival Diseases of Mycotic Origin
2.1.4.    Gingival Diseases of Genetic Origin
2.1.5.    Gingival Diseases of Systemic Origin
2.1.6.    Trauma Lesions

2.2.    Plaque-Induced Gingival Lesions

2.2.1.    Classification of Gingival Diseases
2.2.2.    Plaque-Induced Gingivitis
2.2.3.    Gingival Diseases Associated with Medications
2.2.4.    Gingival Diseases Associated with Systemic Diseases

2.3.    Chronic Periodontitis 

2.3.1.    General and Clinical Characteristics
2.3.2.    Susceptibility and Progression
2.3.3.    Risk Factors

2.4.    Aggressive Periodontitis

2.4.1.    Classification
2.4.2.    Etiology and Pathogenesis
2.4.3.    Diagnosis
2.4.4.    Therapeutic Principles

2.5.    Ulceronecrotizing Periodontal Disease

2.5.1.    General and Clinical Characteristics Classification
2.5.2.    Etiology and Pathogenesis
2.5.3.    Diagnosis
2.5.4.    Therapeutic Principles

2.6.    Periodontal Abscess

2.6.1.    Introduction
2.6.2.    Classification
2.6.3.    Etiology, Pathogenesis, Histopathology and Microbiology
2.6.4.    Diagnosis
2.6.5.    Treatment

2.7.    Lesion of Endodontic Origin

2.7.1.    Introduction
2.7.2.    Classification
2.7.3.    Etiology, Pulp Pathogenesis and Microbiology
2.7.4.    Diagnosis
2.7.5.    Effects of Periodontal Treatment on the Pulp
2.7.6.    Treatment

2.8.    Halitosis

Module 3. Examination, Diagnosis and Treatment Plan 

3.1.    Anamnesis of the Patient with Periodontal Disease

3.1.1.    Dental History, Social, Family, Smoking, Hygiene Habits, etc.
3.1.2.    Oral Hygiene Status
3.1.3.    Signs and Symptoms of Periodontal Disease: Gingiva, Periodontal Ligament and Alveolar Bone

3.2.    Intraoral and Radiographic Examination

3.2.1.    Intraoral Examination: Periodontogram
3.2.2.    X-ray Examination: Periapical Radiographic Series
3.2.3.    Screening for Periodontal Disease

3.3.    Diagnosis

3.3.1.    Diagnosis of Periodontal Lesions
3.3.2.    Gingivitis
3.3.3.    Mild Periodontitis
3.3.4.    Moderate or Advanced Periodontitis

3.4.    Treatment Plan

3.4.1.    Initial Treatment Plan
3.4.2.    Pretherapeutic Prognosis
3.4.3.    Re-evaluation
3.4.4.    Corrective or Reconstructive Therapy
3.4.5.    Maintenance Therapy

Module 4. Basic Non-Surgical Periodontal Treatment Initial Phase 

4.1.    Mechanical Control of Supragingival Plaque

4.1.1.    Plaque Control: Brushing and Interdental Cleaning. Techniques
4.1.2.    Instruction and Motivation in Plaque Control

4.2.    Chemical Control of Supragingival Plaque Use of Antiseptics in Periodontics

4.2.1.    Chemical Control Concept, Agents, Mechanisms of Action and Drivers
4.2.2.    Chemical Plaque Control Agent Classification
4.2.3.    Chlorhexidine: Toxicity, Pigmentation, Mechanism of Action, Clinical Use

4.3.    Non-Surgical Treatment of Periodontal Disease

4.3.1.    Calculus Detection and Removal
4.3.2.    Debridement Techniques. Mechanical and Manual
4.3.3.    Postoperative Care and Control of Tooth Sensitivity

4.4.    Pharmacological Treatment. Use of Antibiotics in Periodontics

4.4.1.    Principles of Antibiotics Therapy Specific Characteristics and Limitations
4.4.2.    Evaluation of Antimicrobials for Periodontal Therapy

4.5.    Re-evaluation

4.5.1.    Interpretation of Results Treatment Evaluation

4.6.    Periodontal Maintenance

4.6.1.    Risk Assessment: Patient, Tooth, Progression
4.6.2.    Objectives of Maintenance in Gingivitis and Periodontitis
4.6.3.    Continuous Review and Reassessment
4.6.4.    Motivation

Module 5. Surgical Periodontal Treatment Periodontal Surgery Access Therapy

5.1.    Periodontal Pocket Reduction Techniques

5.1.1.    Gingivectomy
5.1.2.    Widman’s Flap
5.1.3.    Modified Widman’s Flap
5.1.4.    Neumann’s Flap
5.1.5.    Apical Repositioning Flap
5.1.6.    Papilla Preservation Flap
5.1.7.    Distal Wedge Flap
5.1.8.    Bone Resective Surgery: Osteoplasty and Ostectomy

5.2.    General Guidelines in Periodontal Surgery

5.2.1.    Objectives of Surgical Treatment
5.2.2.    Indications for Surgical Treatment
5.2.3.    Contraindications for Surgical Treatment
5.2.4.    Anesthesia in Periodontal Surgery
5.2.5.    Instruments in Periodontal Surgery
5.2.6.    Root Surface Treatment
5.2.7.    Suture in Periodontal Access Surgery
5.2.8.    Periodontal Dressings
5.2.9.    Pain Control and Postoperative Care

Module 6. Laser in Periodontics

6.1.    Introduction to the Laser

6.1.1.    History of the Laser
6.1.2.    Low Power Laser
6.1.3.    High-Power of Surgical Laser
6.1.4.    Laser Safety

6.2.    Types of Laser Features

6.2.1.    Diode Laser
6.2.2.    Erbium Laser

6.3.    Indications and Applications of Lasers in Periodontics

6.3.1.    As a Stand-Alone Treatment
6.3.2.    As a Complement to Conventional Treatment

6.4.    Laser Therapy - Photobiomodulation

A unique, key, and decisive Training experience to boost your professional development”