2008/05/14 Caffe Soft Tissue Framework : UBD

Spring 2008 CE Caffé Evening Lecture Series

May 14, 2008

Creating the Ideal Soft Tissue Framework

Creating the ideal soft tissue framework for a natural look and attractive smile not only satisfies patients’ esthetic needs, but is also a critical part of success Font Size

ful periodontal and restorative treatment outcome. Dr. Othman Shibly demonstrates how to create an ideal soft tissue framework through gingival manipulation, including but not limited to, free gingival graft, connective graft, rotating gingival margins, etc.

• Treating gingival recession/ enhancing the natural esthetic look of a smile
• Preventing further attachment and bone loss
• Treating root sensitivity
• Treating root caries without the need for fillings

About videoconferencing technology

In order to maximize attendance in a cost-effective manner, the CDE Caffe series is delivered through ISDN videoconferencing. Digital telephone lines are used to connect a participant site to a central switching hub (a multipoint conference bridge) that enables all of the participants to see and hear each other.

Once the sites are connected, each participant site should keep microphones “muted” (turned off) unless they have a question. There is a short delay from the time a microphone is activated until participating sites can hear your question. You site coordinator will either be present in the room, or make sure that you’re instructed on the proper use of the teleconferencing equipment.

When you’d like to ask a question, please activate the microphone and pause for “two count” prior to speaking. Please state your name and location (e.g., “This is Fred at Canton” and my question is….”). Once you’ve asked your question, please re-mute the microphone.

Should any connection difficulties arise during the course of the videoconference (loss of video or audio), please bring it to the attention of your site coordinator immediately. It may be necessary to re-establish the connection, which will take a few moments. If there is a prolonged delay, the site coordinator will request the host site to either repeat any portion that was lost, or make alternate arrangements for you to receive the material on a case-by-case basis.

The site coordinators will have critical trouble shooting contact numbers with them, but you are always welcome to call the University at Buffalo help line at (716) 645-5525 during the conference to report any connection difficulties. Any concerns after the conference should be made directly to the UB CDE administrative office via e-mail ubcde@buffalo.edu or phone (716) 829-2320.