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Critical size defects are defined as wounds in soft tissue and bone that will not heal completely during the patient's lifetime. Various factors, including the patient's size, concentration of growth factors, duration of the defect, and the presence of infection, can significantly influence the healing process. The management of critical size defects typically requires surgical interventions, such as autologous bone grafting, guided bone regeneration, xenografts, and the use of biologically active materials.

Learning outcomes

1. Understanding the characteristics of critical-sized defects. 2. Comprehension of wound healing processes, including the differences between repair and regeneration. 3. Familiarity with the various biomaterials and their matrices. 4. Awareness of the available biologically active materials and their applications. 5. Understanding the fundamentals of mucogingival surgeries and their clinical indications. 6. Knowledge of both non-surgical and surgical strategies for the management of peri-implantitis. 7. Familiarity with techniques for effective alveolar ridge management.

Speaker

Associate Professor Tino Mercado DocMedDent, GCClinDent, MDSc, PhD, MRACDS, FICD, FPFA, FITI

Tino is a clinician, academic, mentor, and clinical researcher dedicated to improving oral health. His work in periodontal research and education earned him the Australian Dental Association Service Medallion Award in 2021. Tino is currently the President of the Australia and New Zealand Academy of Periodontists (ANZAP) for the term 2024-2026 and chairs the Pierre Fauchard Academy – New Zealand Section. He runs his private practices at the Specialist Periodontal and Implant Centre in Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains.

NZACD Dunedin Study Group Meeting


Speaker:

Associate Professor Tino Mercado DocMedDent, GCClinDent, MDSc, PhD, MRACDS, FICD, FPFA, FITI

Friday 12th Sep 2025
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Venue: University of Otago
Hunter Centre Seminar Room
Hunter Centre Seminar Room
Region: Otago
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