EP-10 - Mastering Suturing Techniques Part 2

Thursday, April 3, 2025

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM EST

Location: Hynes Convention Center, Floor 3, Rooms 302,304,306

Earn 1.0 CE Credits

Speaker(s)

Ali Fakhry, DMD, MS, FRDC(C)

Periodontist
Private Practice
Mont-Royal, Quebec, Canada

Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

Session Host(s)

Maliheh Nikzad, D.D.S. (she/her/hers)

Guest Host
-
West Hills, California

Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

Disclosure(s):

Ali Fakhry, DMD, MS, FRDC(C): No financial relationships to disclose

Maliheh Nikzad, D.D.S.: No financial relationships to disclose

This presentation reviews the principles of optimal suturing and micro suturing techniques. Participants will expand their knowledge of needle and suture material selection, knot-tying techniques, precise flap re-approximation and armamentarium choice. Additional topics covered during this presentation will include incision design, flap management and tissue healing patterns with a focus on reducing scar formation and optimizing aesthetic outcomes.

Learning Objectives:

Expand precise dental suturing techniques and indications for your use.
Describe the various suturing materials, their advantages and disadvantages, and their intended applications.
Apply suturing techniques and armamentaria aimed at reducing scar formation and optimizing wound closure.