Ridge Preservation Workshop

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This one-day hands-on course will give you a comprehensive overview of atraumatic extraction, ridge preservation and grafting techniques prior to dental implant placement. In addition, we will cover the principles of assessment, treatment planning and aseptic set-up for these procedures. The course will be delivered through a series of interactive lectures, case-based discussions and hands-on model practical sessions.

Course Information

Location: Bristol Dental School, 1 Trinity Quay, Avon Street, Bristol, BS2 0PT

Date: Friday 20th February 2026

Time: 09:00 – 16:00

Cost: £550

Speakers: Dr Scott Jones, Dr Mark Gormley

Course Requirements: N/a

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

  • Apply knowledge of bone physiology and healing in the assessment and treatment planning for dental implant placement in cases with deficient bone volume
  • Consider atraumatic extraction techniques to preserve bone
  • Practice ridge preservation and grafting techniques through hands-on skills sessions using models
  • Select appropriate biomaterials to use in these cases
  • Manage complications including infection, graft failure, rejection and resorption

Lunch and refreshments will be provided