Dr. Vinay Bhide

Lecture Synopsis

This lecture is designed to meet the needs of clinicians who want practical answers and guidance regarding periodontal and implant therapy for their patients. The format of this course will be composed of a series of focused presentations answering clinical questions Dr Bhide gets asked on a daily basis touching on various relevant topics in periodontics and implantology. Topics covered typically include non-surgical vs. surgical periodontal therapy, treating mucogingival deformities around natural teeth and dental implants, regenerative periodontal therapy, periodontal-restorative synergies, peri-implant diseases, and many others. A critical and evidence-based approach will be emphasized. Participants will leave this program with practical pearls of wisdom that can be implemented in their practices immediately.

Learning objectives:

Upon completion of this session, attendees should be able to:

• Identify the core issues of periodontics and surgical implant therapy, including classification and diagnosis, non-surgical vs. surgical therapy, regenerative therapy, and interdisciplinary treatment synergies.

• Improve case selection and recognition of patients who would benefit from therapies discussed in this presentation.

Biography

Dr. Vinay Bhide is a board-certified periodontist who provides the full scope of surgical periodontal and dental implant therapy. Dr. Bhide has a special interest in esthetic and reconstructive periodontics. Dr. Bhide completed his dental and speciality training at the University of Toronto. Dr. Bhide is an Examiner and Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. In addition to private practice practice, Dr. Bhide is a clinical instructor in the Graduate Periodontology Program at the University of Toronto and he is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Periodontics at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Bhide has lectured nationally and internationally and published on various topics related to periodontics and implantology.