Overview

This course is intended for dentists who have limited or no experience

with the microscope and for those who have never previously used a
microscope. This course will improve your use of the microscope in
every day clinical situations by providing hands on exercises on
extracted teeth and tooth models. A team approach utilizing a chair side
assistant will be taken, including training in four-handed dentistry
specific to a microscope enhanced general practice.
The enhanced magnification and illumination provided by the dental
operating microscope can be applied to almost all clinical situations.
These include the diagnosis of caries, cracks and fractures, pit and
fissure restorations, all stages of cavity, veneer and crown preparations
and endodontic, periodontal and oral surgery procedures. In many
dental specialties the microscope is already considered the standard of
care, and its use in general practice is growing. By encouraging good
posture the microscope benefits the health of the dentist and the chair
side assistant. When combined with documentation facilities, the
microscope is an excellent tool for patient education, record keeping

Topics covered
Introduction to the equipment
Setting up the microscope for the individual operator
The microscope what features to look at
Adjusting and focusing the microscope
Par focal a clinical microscope quickly and correctly.
Move freely between most or all magnification levels and know
which levels of magnification are best for each situation.
Carry out clinical procedures using various levels of magnification
Effectively and efficiently move throughout the maxillary arch
using direct and reflected vision.
Effectively and efficiently move throughout the mandibular arch
using direct and reflected vision. The achievement of this goal
may be more challenging for some participants, but will come with
time and experience.
Dentist, assistant and patient positioning for optimum results and
improved practice Ergonomic concepts to improve working
comfort
Optimal access to the various areas of the mouth
Endodontic access cavities, canal location, and instrumentation
Veneer preparation
Documentation and record keeping
Adjust the microscope for comfort and effectiveness . Ergonomic
concepts to improve working comfort
Utilize the chairside assistant to maximum benefit
Develop new skills using specialized instruments designed for the
microscope
Choice of equipment to use with the microscope
Image capture and documentation
gain knowledge on different kinds of cameras that can be
attached to the microscope for still and video documentation
Improve communication with the patients
Master the ergonomics of working under magnification.
Gain knowledge on how to design a microscope centered
operatory