TITLE: Dry
Socket: Prevention and Management in Dental
Practice
COURSE
SUMMARY: Dry socket (alveolar osteitis)
is one of the most painful and frustrating complications
following tooth extraction, particularly third
molars. It can prolong healing, increase patient
discomfort, and require additional clinical time
and intervention. This course equips dental
professionalswith the knowledge to prevent, identify,
and effectively manage dry socket through
evidencebased protocols and patient centered
strategies. Attendees will explore risk factors, clinical
signs,and preventive measures, as well as the role of
natural oral care products in promoting
post extraction healing and reducing the risk of
complications.
COURSE
FEE: Complimentary Access
CREDITS: This
continuing education activity is designated for 1 credit
DURATION: 60
minutes
AGD PACE SUBJECT
CODE: 730 Oral Medicine
CE SUPPORTER:
H2Ocean
MODE:
Electronically Mediated | Live Interactive Webinar
SPEAKER: Dr. Rajiv
Saini, MS
AUDIENCE:
Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Therapists, Dental
Assistants
TECHNOLOGY
REQUIRED: Mobile device, laptop or desktop
with internet connection | Google Chrome Browser
INSTRUCTIONS: Dental CE Academy hosts
all webinars using the ClickMeeting platform. Upon registration you
are sent a confirmation email from no-reply@clickeeting.com with a
link to join. Be sure to check your spam/junk/promotions folders.
We recommend logging in 15 minutes early in the event you require
assistance.
HANDOUTS: Distributed via
email to all attendees 1 hour prior to start, during and after the
webinar.
QUIZ FOR CE CREDIT
VERIFICATION: At the conclusion of the webinar,
attendees will be redirected to complete a quiz for CE credit. An
80% minimum passing score is required, multiple attempts are
permitted, and attendees have 7 days to successfully complete the
quiz for CE credit.
LEARNING
OBJECTIVES:
-
Define the clinical features
and underlying causes of dry socket following
dental extractions.
-
Discuss key risk factors and
preventive strategies to minimize the incidence of
dry socket.
-
Explain effective treatment
approaches to manage dry socket and relieve
patient discomfort.
-
Identify practical steps for
improving post-extraction care and patient
instructions.
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Recognize the role of natural
rinses and non alcoholic mouthwashes in supporting
healing and enhancing
outcomes.
