Universitat Internacional de Catalunya
Clinical Sessions in Surgical Periodontics II
Other languages of instruction: Catalan, Spanish
Teaching staff
Course coordinator: Andrea Galve
Email: andreagalve@uic.es
Office hours: Wednesday, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Introduction
Clinical Sessions in Surgical Periodontology II are part of the International Master in Oral Surgery and are designed to expand and update students' knowledge in the fields of periodontal surgery, implant dentistry, and other related areas of surgical dentistry.
Through clinical seminars delivered by highly experienced professionals, students will gain in-depth knowledge of current topics such as oral medicine, laser applications, tissue regeneration using platelet concentrates, bone reconstruction, apical surgery, subperiosteal implants, and digital dentistry applied to treatment planning and execution.
The course promotes clinical reasoning, evidence-based decision-making, and the interdisciplinary management of complex cases, providing students with an up-to-date overview of the techniques, materials, and technologies currently used in contemporary clinical practice.
Pre-course requirements
To enroll in the Clinical Sessions in Surgical Periodontology II course, students must hold a university degree in Dentistry (Bachelor's Degree or equivalent) that certifies basic clinical knowledge in the diagnosis and treatment of dental conditions.
Students are expected to have a solid background in oral anatomy, periodontal pathology, oral surgery, implant dentistry, local anesthesia, and dental pharmacology. In addition, a basic understanding of the principles of tissue regeneration, apical surgery, digital dentistry applied to diagnosis and treatment planning, as well as the fundamentals of oral medicine and comprehensive patient management, is recommended.
Objectives
The Clinical Sessions in Surgical Periodontology II course aims to expand and update students' training within the University Master's Degree in Implant Dentistry and Oral Surgery, providing a comprehensive overview of the techniques, materials, and technologies used in periodontal surgery, implant dentistry, and other related areas of surgical dentistry.
The specific learning objectives of the course are to:
- Understand the principles, indications, and clinical applications of laser technology in dentistry, as well as the protocols for its use and the associated clinical safety standards.
- Develop an in-depth understanding of the main concepts of oral medicine and their application to the diagnosis and management of dental patients.
- Understand the biological principles and clinical applications of autologous platelet concentrates (PRF and PRGF) in regenerative procedures.
- Update knowledge of bone reconstruction techniques and regenerative strategies applied to oral surgery and implant dentistry.
- Become familiar with digital dentistry tools used for diagnosis, virtual treatment planning, and guided surgery.
- Learn the main incision, soft tissue management, and suturing techniques used in oral and periodontal surgery.
- Understand the principles, indications, and surgical techniques of apical surgery, as well as the criteria for clinical decision-making.
- Understand the indications, treatment planning, and clinical management of subperiosteal implants as a therapeutic alternative for patients with severe bone atrophy.
- Foster a critical and reflective attitude based on scientific evidence to support clinical decision-making in oral surgery, periodontology, and implant dentistry.
Together, these objectives provide students with updated, multidisciplinary training aimed at integrating the latest scientific and technological advances into contemporary clinical practice in periodontal surgery, implant dentistry, and surgical dentistry.
Competences/Learning outcomes of the degree programme
- CN01 - Relate advanced and specialized concepts in oral surgery, implantology and oral rehabilitation.
- CN02 - Define advanced concepts related to surgical anatomy applied to the oral cavity.
- CN03 - Identify the different types of surgical interventions, aseptic techniques and types of healing of hard and soft tissues.
- CN04 - Recognize the origin and development of the different pathologies that affect the oral cavity, based on the transversal interrelation of biomedical sciences.
- CP02 - Diagnose and treat patients' oral cavity lesions conservatively or surgically, as well as their subsequent follow-up.
- CP03 - Resolve complications that may arise before, during and after an oral surgery intervention.
- CP04 - Generate work synergies with professionals from other areas and disciplines by designing joint strategies for action in oral surgery and implantology patients.
- CP05 - Apply advanced surgical and rehabilitative treatments in oral implantology appropriately to any patient, respecting the fundamental rights of equality between men and women, and the promotion of human rights and the values of a culture of peace and democratic values; using language that avoids androcentrism and stereotypes.
- CP07 - Treat mucogingival defects around teeth and implants with appropriate diagnosis.
- CP08 - Carry out, through prior preparation, an aesthetic and functional oral rehabilitation treatment plan.
- HB01 - Adequately perform the anamnesis and physical examination by systems, face, neck and oral cavity to complete the clinical history, including good graphic documentation (photography and video).
- HB02 - Interpret the different radiological examinations in the field of oral surgery and implantology.
- HB03 - Perform a differential diagnosis of oral pathological lesions and treat them surgically if necessary.
Learning outcomes of the subject
- - Oral Surgery and Implantology - LEARNING OUTCOMES: 1. Perform advanced dissection techniques 2. Make a correct diagnosis of oral medical-surgical pathology and implantology 3. Diagnose oral cavity lesions and the appropriate diagnostic protocols 4. Identify the surgical techniques to place dental implants in different indications 5. Perform dental extractions with different degrees of complexity. 6. Plan surgery, implantology and prosthesis digitally 7. Perform different reconstructive/regenerative techniques in the oral cavity, both hard and soft tissues. 8. Present clinical cases and treatment plans in public and their argued defense
- - Complementary Specialties - LEARNING OUTCOMES: 1. Work in a multidisciplinary way, especially with the prosthetics, periodontics, orthodontics and endodontics departments. 2. Interpret complementary radiological examinations, especially in a CBCT computed tomography. 3. Simulate surgical and prosthetic interventions in synthetic, animal or virtual models. 4. Make a rehabilitative treatment plan and its alternatives. 5. Know the different diagnostic techniques in oral rehabilitation 6. Diagnose and surgically treat periodontal disease 7. Identify the concepts of dental clinic management 8. Describe the materials and techniques associated with endodontic surgery 9. Simulate surgical interventions in artificial, animal or digital models.
Syllabus
Session 1. Course Introduction, Learning Objectives, Teaching Methodology and Course Planning
- Date: September 9, 2026
- Faculty: Dr. Andrea Galve Huertas
- Contents: Introduction to the course, learning objectives, teaching methodology, and assessment system. The overall course schedule and the competencies students are expected to acquire will be presented.
Session 2. Laser I: Introduction to the Use of Lasers in Dentistry
- Date: September 16, 2026
- Faculty: Dr. Vanessa Ruiz
- Contents: Introduction to the fundamentals of laser technology and its main applications in oral surgery and periodontology. Clinical indications, advantages, and limitations of this technology will be reviewed.
Session 3. Oral Medicine I: Orofacial Pain
- Date: September 23, 2026
- Faculty: Prof. Didac Sotorra
- Contents: Review of the differential diagnosis of orofacial pain, its clinical management, and the main pathological entities through the analysis of clinical cases.
Session 4. Laser II: Clinical Protocols and Safety
- Date: September 30, 2026
- Faculty: Dr. Vanessa Ruiz
- Contents: In-depth review of clinical laser protocols, operating parameters, and safety measures for both patients and clinicians. Different clinical scenarios will be presented.
Session 5. Oral Medicine II: Differential Diagnosis of Peri-Implant Lesions
- Date: October 7, 2026
- Faculty: Prof. Didac Sotorra
- Contents: Review of peri-implant lesions that may mimic peri-implantitis, their differential diagnosis, and the clinical approach required to establish an appropriate treatment plan.
Session 6. PRF and PRGF: Clinical Applications in Tissue Regeneration
- Date: October 14, 2026
- Faculty: Dr. Vanessa Ruiz
- Contents: Review of the biological principles of PRF and PRGF, their preparation, and their main applications in tissue regeneration, periodontology, and implant dentistry.
Session 7. Oral Medicine III: Clinical Cases in Oral Medicine I
- Date: October 21, 2026
- Faculty: Prof. Didac Sotorra
- Contents: Discussion of clinical cases focused on the diagnosis and treatment of oral medicine disorders, promoting clinical reasoning and decision-making skills (Part I).
Session 8. Bone Reconstruction: Surgical Management of Bone Defects and Regenerative Strategies
- Date: October 28, 2026
- Faculty: Prof. Gian Maria Ragucci
- Contents: Review of bone regeneration techniques and the surgical management of bone defects using biomaterials and regenerative protocols.
Session 9. Digital Dentistry I: Introduction to the Digital Workflow
- Date: November 4, 2026
- Faculty: Prof. Àlvar García
- Contents: Introduction to digital tools applied to diagnosis and surgical planning, including intraoral scanning and virtual treatment planning.
Session 10. Digital Dentistry II: Surgical Planning and Guided Implant Surgery
- Date: November 11, 2026
- Faculty: Prof. Àlvar García
- Contents: Application of the digital workflow in guided implant surgery, from virtual planning to the use of surgical guides.
Session 11. Digital Dentistry III: Advanced Applications and Interdisciplinary Workflow
- Date: November 18, 2026
- Faculty: Prof. Àlvar García
- Contents: Advanced applications of digital dentistry in interdisciplinary treatment, enhancing clinical accuracy and predictability.
Session 12. Surgical Suturing Hands-on Workshop: How, When, and Why to Suture
- Date: November 25, 2026
- Faculty: Prof. Mariel López
- Contents: Practical workshop on suturing techniques, selection of suture materials, soft tissue management, and surgical wound closure in oral and periodontal surgery.
- Materials: Each student must bring one whole chicken with the skin on for the practical session. The University will provide scalpels with No. 15C blades, needle holders, tissue forceps (with and without teeth), and surgical scissors.
Session 13. Advanced Apical Surgery: Principles, Techniques, and Clinical Decision-Making
- Date: December 2, 2026
- Faculty: Dr. Francesc Abella
- Contents: Update on the principles of apical surgery, surgical techniques, and clinical decision-making through the discussion of clinical cases.
Session 14. Subperiosteal Implants: Planning, Surgical Technique, and Clinical Follow-up
- Date: December 9, 2026
- Faculty: Dr. Francesc Duran
- Contents: Review of the indications, digital planning, surgical technique, and clinical follow-up of subperiosteal implants.
Session 15. Oral Medicine IV: Clinical Cases in Oral Medicine II
- Date: December 16, 2026
- Faculty: Prof. Didac Sotorra
- Contents: Discussion of clinical cases focused on the diagnosis and treatment of oral medicine disorders, promoting clinical reasoning and decision-making skills (Part II).
Session 16. Final Assessment
- Date: January 13, 2027
- Faculty: Dr. Andrea Galve Huertas
- Contents: Written assessment covering the course contents to evaluate knowledge acquisition and clinical reasoning skills.
Reminder: December 23, December 30, and January 6 are public holidays.
Teaching and learning activities
In person
The teaching methodology combines:
- Clinical seminars: Face-to-face sessions delivered by specialized faculty, aimed at updating students' knowledge in oral medicine, periodontal surgery, implant dentistry, bone regeneration, digital dentistry, apical surgery, subperiosteal implants, and other current topics in oral surgery. These seminars combine theoretical lectures with clinical case discussions and critical appraisal of the scientific evidence.
- Practical workshop (Hands-on): A face-to-face practical session designed to develop and refine incision, soft tissue management, and suturing techniques through supervised hands-on exercises.
These learning activities promote the continuous updating of knowledge, clinical reasoning, and the development of practical skills, fostering active learning based on scientific evidence.
Evaluation systems and criteria
In person
Course assessment is based on the acquisition of theoretical knowledge and the student's active participation throughout the face-to-face learning activities.
- Theoretical examination (80%):
- A written examination consisting of 28 multiple-choice questions, each with four possible answers and a single correct option, covering the content taught during the course.
- Incorrect answers will incur a penalty of 0.25 points, while unanswered questions will receive no penalty.
- To pass the course, students must obtain a minimum final grade of 6.0 out of 10.
- Attendance and participation (20%): Attendance at all sessions is mandatory. Any absence must be reported and supported by appropriate documentation submitted to the course coordinator. Active participation in the seminars, involvement in clinical case discussions, and the student's attitude and engagement throughout the sessions will also be assessed.
This assessment system provides a balanced evaluation of students' theoretical knowledge, clinical reasoning, and overall engagement throughout the course.
Bibliography and resources
Periodontology and Implantology
- Buser D. 30 Years of Guided Bone Regeneration. Quintessence Publishing; 2019.
- Lindhe J, Lang NP, Karring T, eds. Clinical Periodontology and Implant Dentistry. 6th ed. Wiley-Blackwell; 2015.
- Misch CE. Contemporary Implant Dentistry. 3rd ed. Elsevier; 2015.
- Newman MG, Takei H, Klokkevold PR, Carranza FA, eds. Carranza’s Clinical Periodontology. 13th ed. Elsevier; 2019.
- Zhur O, Hürzeler M. Plastic and Aesthetic Periodontal and Implant Surgery. Quintessence Publishing; 2016.
- Zucchelli G. Mucogingival Esthetic Surgery. Quintessence Publishing; 2013.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Chiapasco M. Oral Surgery. Elsevier; 2013.
- Gay Escoda C, Berini Aytés L, eds. Tratado de Cirugía Bucal. Ergon; 2014.
- Hupp JR, Ellis E, Tucker MR, eds. Contemporary Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. 7th ed. Mosby; 2018.
- Miloro M, ed. Peterson’s Principles of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. 3rd ed. BC Decker; 2014.
- Sailer HF, Pajarola G. Oral Surgery for the General Dentist. Thieme; 2009.
- Ward-Booth P. Maxillofacial Trauma and Esthetic Facial Reconstruction. Elsevier; 2012.
Oral Pathology
- Neville BW, Damm DD, Allen CM, Chi AC. Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology. 4th ed. Saunders; 2016.
- Sapp PH, Eversole LR, Wysocki GP. Contemporary Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology. Elsevier; 2004.
Supplementary Resources
- Updated articles in Journal of Clinical Periodontology, Clinical Oral Implants Research, International Journal of Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry, Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology and Oral Radiology.
- Databases: PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane Library, and other resources from the UIC Library.