Advanced Topics in Dentoalveolar Surgery 2021

The provision of dentoalveolar surgical procedures is the most common part of most oral and maxillofacial surgeons' practice. This session will focus on adjunctive procedures that can provide patients with improved outcomes and focus on aspects that can reduce complications. It also will include step-by-step clinical images and information so the OMS can integrate these procedures into practice. Topics to be reviewed include second molar uprighting procedures, marsupialization of large radiolucent lesions, coronectomy procedures (including indications, surgical procedure and long-term outcomes) as well as apical surgery (including current techniques and an algorithm for when to treat/when to extract).

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

  1. Identify the indications and surgical techniques of coronectomy procedures. 
  2. Demonstrate performing surgical uprighting of impacted second molars. 
  3. Manage large radiolucent jaw lesions. 

Stuart E. Lieblich, DMD
Private Practice, Avon Oral, Facial and Dental Implant Surgery
Clinical Professor, University of Connecticut
Avon, Connecticut
Disclosure: Pierrel Pharma: Speaker/Honoraria

Mark C. Fletcher, DMD, MD, FACS
Private Practice, Avon Oral, Facial and Dental Implant Surgery
Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Connecticut
Avon, Connecticut
Disclosure: Nothing to disclose.

An Internet-based CDE/CME Activity
Original Release Date: October 1, 2021
Last Review Date: April 20, 2024
Expiration Date: April 20, 2027
Estimated time to complete this educational activity: 1.0 hours
Method of participation: Self-Study

Stuart E. Lieblich, DMD, FACD, FICD

Former Clinical Professor, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine

Dr. Lieblich, who passed away in 2024, was a Clinical Professor in the UCONN School of Dental Medicine and worked in private practice in Avon, Conn. As Co-Chair of the AAOMS Special Committee on Parameters of Care and Special Committee on Patient Safety, Dr. Lieblich made significant contributions to setting clinical standards and ensuring patient welfare. He also served as Chair of the Dentoalveolar Section in the ParCare revision processes. In addition, he contributed to over 45 peer-reviewed papers and abstracts and co-authored Anesthesia Complications in the Dental Office. He served as a Director and President of the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology and President of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, and he was on the editorial boards of Anesthesia Progress, Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology and Oral Radiology. Dr. Lieblich graduated from Rutgers University and the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. He completed his residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery at Kings County/Downstate Medical Center in New York.

Disclosure: No relevant financial relationships.

Mark C. Fletcher, DMD, MD, FACS

Assistant Clinical Professor

University of Connecticut

A Connecticut native, Dr. Fletcher is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine. He has been engaged in full-scope oral and maxillofacial surgery private practive in Avon, CT for 22 years, and serves as the section head of oral and maxillofacial surgery at Hartford Hospital. Dr. Fletcher’s professional interests span both hospital-based and office-based surgical procedures, including reconstructive and corrective jaw surgery, oral and maxillofacial pathology, and dental implant reconstruction. He is an active member of the maxillofacial trauma team at Hartford Hospital and Connecticut Children’s Medical Center. Dr. Fletcher has authored articles and book chapters in his field and serves as an editorial reviewer for the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and the International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He is a member of numerous professional organizations, including the American Dental Association and the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, and currently serves on the executive board as President of the Connecticut Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.

Disclosure: No relevant financial relationships. 

Continuing Education Provider Approval
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.

ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 1.0 continuing education credit(s).

AGD - Accepted Program Provider
FAGD/MAGD Credit
11/1/22-12/31/26
Provider ID# 214680

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this internet-based enduring material for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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