OVERVIEW

Third Molar: Shadow Surgery is organized by Koerner Center for Surgical Instruction (KCSI).

Description:
It’s one thing to have learned how to take out impacted third molars. It’s another to do it efficiently one case after another. Many who are not that experienced may be stuck in time-wasting habits that cut their efficiency and productivity. This course allows the rare look into the heart of a “system” that is time-tested to cut through common problems and streamline your protocols.

This experience allows you to shadow a Koerner Center for Surgical Instruction (KCSI) certified instructor throughout a day of third molars surgical extractions. You will visit the instructor’s facility on a day that is mutually convenient for you and the instructor. For your convenience, there are instructors in different parts of the United States and you will be matched to the instructor closest to you.

Upon registration you will be contacted by a KCSI coordinator to schedule your participation in the Shadow Surgery program.

You will:

Shadow a dental surgeon (GP who does only surgery) for a day as he/she treats surgery patients (doing mostly third molars).
See the flow, the interaction with the host office, how they schedule, who does what regarding post-op problems
Participate in case selection, how and when they review radiographs, methods of sedation (if used)
Learn how to manage medical emergencies
Observe and assist in the surgical techniques of a dentist highly experienced in dental surgery
Experience the use of the pre and post-op forms and protocols
Enjoy hands-on experience with the instruments, equipment, and supplies are necessary to dental surgery
Discuss the pros and con of “travel” surgery
Explore the practice building potential of incorporating third molar extractions into your practice
Experience the management of assistants in surgical extractions
Get immediate, well-informed and personal feedback on all your questions and concerns