Continuum 1: 14 Hours Hands-On Model Work
Description
The main emphasis of Continuum 1 is to help general dentists attain the ability to more proficiently perform “surgical extractions” that fall within their comfort level. It involves carrying out a treatment plan that includes proper instrumentation, hard and soft tissue management, and tooth removal in a reasonable timeframe. It encompasses effective patient management, avoiding or managing surgical complications, and effectual postoperative care. Principles are ingrained working on models.
This is a 14 hours hands-on model work on surgical extractions.
Discussion ranges from basic to advanced.
- Instrumentation
- Faster “surgical” extractions
- Subtleties of sectioning and easier root retrieval
- Flaps and suturing for exodontia and socket grafting
- Extractions and the sinus
- Multiple extractions and disease removal/alveoplasty
- Exostoses excision and frenectomy
- Incision, drainage and managing infection
- Moderate third molar impactions, mandibular and maxillary case selection and things you need to know to avoid complications.
Realistic Model-Based Training Experience
- Perform 8 extractions (6 surgical)
- Master the “excision” method of root tip removal
- Practice flap design: envelope, triangular, semi-lunar
- Section maxillary and mandibular first molars
- Perform alveoplasty and frenectomy
- Do two socket preservations (traditional & bone plug)
- Refine suturing (cross-horizontal mattress, reverse interrupted, continuous-lock)
- Incise & drain an alveolar ridge abscess with drain placement
Instructor: Mikhail Mukhin, DDS
Location: Alsip, IL (a suburb of Chicago, Illinois)
GC America Inc. Education Center
3737 W 127th Street
Alsip, IL 60803
*Lunch will be provided.
Schedule
- Date: Friday and Saturday, July 31-August 1, 2026
- Time: 9 AM-5 PM CT (Lunch break at 12 PM with a few short breaks.)
- Location: GC America Inc. Education Center in Chicago, IL
Venue in Chicago, IL
GC America Inc. Education Center
3737 W 127th Street
Alsip, IL 60803
Items To Bring to the Course and Dress Code
Suggested Items to Bring to the Course:
- Headlight
- Loupes
- Dental lab coat or gown
Dress Code
Dress to your comfort level and be mindful of the dust that may get on your clothing from the hands-on portion with models.
Dr. Mikhail Mukhin
Dr. Mikhail Mukhin is a general dentist, educator, and U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel with a passion for teaching practical, real-world exodontia. A graduate of Marquette University School of Dentistry and recipient of the Air Force Health Professions Scholarship, he completed an intensive USAF AEGD residency under the leadership of Col. Robert Langsten and Col. Michael Atwood, with emphasis on surgical extractions, third molars, IV sedation, and complex case management.
Licensed in Illinois, Wisconsin, Utah, and Saipan, Dr. Mukhin has over 15 years of clinical and military experience, including long and short overseas tours in Korea, Guam, Italy, and Hungary. He currently serves in the Air Force Reserves while maintaining a civilian practice and teaching nationwide through the KCSI Surgical Continuum since 2018. Dr. Mukhin effectively integrates his civilian, military, and academic experience to empower general dentists with the skills and confidence to perform surgical extractions safely and effectively.
In his free time, Dr. Mukhin enjoys spending time with his family and is an active scuba diver, outdoor enthusiast, and practitioner of martial arts. He also pursues photography, videography, and traveling the globe – capturing experiences that inspire both his professional and personal life.
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