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As dentists we often fail to follow the more strict preoperative guidelines that a medical surgeon would follow, however we should really be considering why that is and whether or not that is optimal for our patients? 

SURGICAL SITE PREPARATION

Learn the approach that Dr. Jason Hoium takes to improve patient comfort during third molar extractions.  This is a technique that is simple to perform and has a very high success rate! 



AN EFFECTIVE APPROACH TO BOOSTING THIRD MOLAR ANESTHESIA | OnlineExodontia.com

Check out this video to learn the most common injuries to the lingual nerve in dentistry and how to avoid them! 

LINGUAL NERVE INJURIES IN DENTISTRY | OnlineExodontia.com

Get the low-down on how to properly handle soft tissue when extracting teeth.  

Soft Tissue Management During Extractions | OnlineExodontia.com

To excel at anything you need to have a firm grasp of the fundamentals.  

BASIC TIPS TO UP YOUR SUTURING GAME | OnlineExodontia.com

This video looks in depth at a common condition afflicting dental patients known as diabetes.  Information for safely extracting teeth in this patient demographic is shared with the general dentist.

EXTRACTING TEETH FOR DIABETIC PATIENTS | OnlineExodontia.com

This video discusses the rationale for incision and drainage procedure to assist in the resolution of dental infections.



LEARN TO DO INTRAORAL INCISION & DRAINAGE 

This video presents some options for protecting the airway during dental extractions.

Ways to Protect The Airway | OnlineExodontia.com



This video explores the technique and indications for a PSA nerve block.  Helpful tips are presented for the successful delivery of this block.

HOW TO DO A POSTERIOR SUPERIOR ALVEOLAR (PSA) NERVE BLOCK 



This video discusses key tips for simplified reflection of full-thickness mucoperiosteal flaps in the third molar region.  A look at common retractors, incision techniques, help tips are covered in the video.  Maintaining a clean, accessible, well-lit surgical field is key to doing proper surgery.

How To Reflect And Retract A Full-Thickness Flap For Third Molar Surgery | OnlineExodontia.com



This video discusses the causes of buccal plate fractures during dental extractions, how to best minimize the occurrence of this complication, and the management of a buccal plate fracture.

How To Manage A Broken Buccal Plate During An Extraction | OnlineExodontia.com



This video gives a detailed overview of the the third molar impaction troughing technique.  Information is shared regarding the selection of burs and handpieces.  The rationale and goals for troughing these teeth is discussed.

How To Trough Lower Third Molars | OnlineExodontia.com



This video discusses how to recognize and manage ankylosed teeth.  It touches upon the etiology of this condition and provides diagnostic tips.

How To Extract Ankylosed Teeth | OnlineExodontia.com



This video explains to the general dentist the steps needed to successfully section a mandibular molar to facilitate an extraction.

Tips For Sectioning Mandibular Molars 


This video discusses a technique known as troughing where bone is selectively removed in a controlled fashion to create a path of withdrawal for the extraction of a tooth.

Troughing Bone To Simplify Extractions



Gauze placement following a dental extraction seems like a trivial task, however, this video explains why this is not the case and provides tips to reduce postoperative complications resulting from improper gauze placement.

How To Place Gauze Properly 



This video discusses the approach to removing a retained root that has been partially overgrown by the gingiva.

How To Extract Roots Covered By Soft Tissue 



This video explores the variety of surgical burs that are available for sectioning teeth and removing bone.  Recommendations are made based on the authors clinical experience and preferences.

The Best Burs For Surgical Extractions 



This video demonstrates how to utilize the 23 cowhorn forceps properly to maximize success when removing mandibular molars.

Mastering The #23 Cowhorn Forcep | OnlineExodontia.com



This video explores two approaches to holding extraction forceps and compares and contrasts the benefits of each approach.

Why You Should Use An Underhand Forceps Grasp 



An in-depth look at the reasons for failed anesthesia of the mandibular arches is undertaken in this video.  Suggestions are made to the general practitioner on how increase their success when completing an inferior alveolar nerve block.

Why Your Mandibular V3 (IAN) Blocks Are Failing 



A comprehensive look at the periodontal ligament fibers and the role they play when extracting teeth.

Understanding The Periodontal Ligament 



This video exposes the general dentist to the condition known as osteoporosis and provides helpful tips for recognizing this condition and managing this patient demographic.

Dental Management Of Patients With Osteoporosis



This video compares and contrasts cancellous and cortical bone.  The significance of the types of bone as they pertain to dental extractions is emphasized.

Understand The Difference Between Cortical & Cancellous Bone 



This video covers the anatomy of the third division of the trigeminal nerve, also known as V3 or the mandibular nerve.  Nuances of the structure and location of the mandibular nerve are discussed as they relate to dental anesthesia and extractions.

Reviewing The Anatomy Of The Mandibular Nerve (V3) 



This video takes an in-depth look at the American Society of Anesthesiologists Classification system.  This system aids the general dentist in categorizing dental patients according to how safe they are likely to be to treat in the office.

Using The ASA Classification System To Decrease Dental Emergencies 



An in-depth look at the incisive foramen and the structures that are associated with this area in the mouth.

Reviewing The Anatomy of The Incisive Foramen 



This video discusses a useful luxator that helps the general dentist complete atraumatic extractions.

My Favourite Luxating Elevator 



A little known tip about proper aspiration technique is shared in this dental anesthesia video.  This video will refresh the general dentist on the proper way to aspirate prior to injecting which will lead to increased success and fewer complications.

What Most Dentists Don't Know About Aspirating 



This video examines how a general dentist may be faced with the need to extract a malaligned tooth.  These teeth can prevent the application of typical forceps and elevators and may require some creativity to remove them.

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