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After graduating from Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry in 1998, he started his PhD education in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry at the same faculty. After completing his PhD education in 2005, he started to work as an assistant professor at Karadeniz Technical University In 2007 he founded and chaired the Conscious Sedation and General Anesthesia Association in Dentistry in Turkey. In 2011 he was short-term visitor researcher at University of Pittsburgh, Faculty of Dentistry, Oral Biology, Center of Craniofacial and Dental Genetics. Between 2013-2016, he worked as an associate professor at ACTA AMSTERDAM, the joint dentistry faculty of the University of Amsterdam and Vrije Universitiet Amsterdam. Buğra Özen, who has been an editor, guest editor and member of the editorial board in many national and international journals, has served as a professor at Istanbul Health and Technology University, as of 2023, he has been working as the Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry.
General Anesthesia and Sedation: a Luxury or Necessity in Dental Procedures?
General anesthesia and sedation in dental procedures are not typically considered luxuries but are used as tools to ensure patient comfort and safety. The choice between general anesthesia and sedation in dentistry depends on various factors such as the complexity of the procedure, the patient’s medical history, their anxiety level and proper assessment. A thorough evaluation of the patient’s physical and psychological health is essential to determine the most suitable method. While success is achievable in many dental sedation cases, it’s not guaranteed in every situation so selecting the right patient is important. This presentation has been prepared to guide the patient to the correct treatment methods by observing the patient and understanding the patient's needs from when the patient arrives at the dental office.
Learning objectives
- Understanding the dental sedation and general anesthesia
- Patient assessment
- Risks and benefits
- Case studies to illustrate the application of dental sedation principles
- Dental treatment procedures during dental sedation or general anesthesia
Effects of Bad Habits in Children on the Dental Arch and Surrounding Structures and Treatment Methods
Bad habits in children can have significant effects on the dental arch and surrounding structures. We often encounter habits such as infantile swallowing and mouth breathing. In this presentation, we will discuss the causes of bad habits and see treatment methods. In treatment methods, we will focus on the use of laser in tongue tie incisions, myofunctional therapy and treatment exercises.
Learning objectives
- Patient assessment
- Management of frenotomy, frenulotomy, frenectomy with laser
- Types of exercises