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LSU Comprehensive Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Review Course 2025

April 15, 2025

52nd Annual Comprehensive Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Review Course

Didactic Review with Case Format Lectures

Thursday – Tuesday, November 6 – 11, 2025
All course sessions at the
University Medical Center New Orleans (UMCNO)
LCMC Health Conference Center
2000 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70112
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52nd Annual Comprehensive Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Review Course Didactic Review with Case Format Lectures is sponsored by the Jack Kent Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Foundation with cooperation from the Osteo Science Foundation and the PeerPoint Medical Education Institute.

Uber travel vouchers to University Medical Center now included in the course registration fee.

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Course Description

Embark on a transformative educational journey at the 52nd Annual Comprehensive Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Review Course, distinguished as the longest-running OMFS review course in the nation. Held amidst the vibrant backdrop of New Orleans from November 6th to November 11th, 2025, this immersive experience offers unparalleled insights and networking opportunities. Designed to meet the evolving needs of modern practitioners, this year’s course features a specialized focus on anesthesia, providing 10 hours of CE specifically tailored to meet the stringent requirements set forth by many state dental boards. Led by esteemed experts in the field, participants will delve into crucial topics ranging from anesthesia evaluation to surgical orthodontic management, ensuring both clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.

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Learning Objectives

  • Gain comprehensive understanding and practical skills in anesthesia evaluation and medical management of the surgical patient, ensuring safe and effective surgical outcomes.
  • Explore the principles of anesthesia, including advanced techniques and considerations, under the guidance of experienced practitioners.
  • Enhance diagnostic proficiency and treatment planning capabilities through in-depth discussions on oral and head & neck surgical pathology.
  • Master the latest techniques and advancements in oral and maxillofacial reconstruction, equipping oneself with the expertise to address complex cases with confidence.
  • Develop proficiency in dentoalveolar surgery, including the management of complications, to optimize patient care and outcomes.
  • Acquire knowledge and practical insights into dental implantology, from treatment planning to osseous reconstruction, for predictable and successful outcomes.
  • Explore cutting-edge topics such as clefts and craniofacial surgery, obstructive sleep apnea, and cosmetic maxillofacial surgery, expanding one’s scope of practice and patient care.
  • Gain practical skills in surgical orthodontic management of facial deformities, integrating orthodontic principles with surgical interventions for optimal results.
  • Deepen understanding and proficiency in the management of facial trauma, from initial assessment to comprehensive treatment planning and execution, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.

Curriculum Outline: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Review Course

Evaluation and Treatment of Maxillofacial Injuries and Head and Neck Infections

Evaluation of the patient with Multiple System Injuries • Management of Mandibular, Maxillary, Nasal, Orbital, Frontal and Zygomatic Complex Fractures • Management of Soft Tissue Injuries • Management of Viral, Fungal and Bacterial Infections (Odontogenic and Non-Odontogenic) • Surgical Anatomy and Drainage of Facial Spaces of the Head and Neck • Osteomyelitis and Osteonecrosis Management • Microbiology, Antimicrobial Therapy and Complications • Altered Host Defense Mechanisms • Case Illustrations

Medical Management of the Surgery Risk Patient

Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Disease • Endocrine Dysfunctions, Musculoskeletal & Nervous Systems, and Blood Dyscrasias • Hepatic and Renal Disease • Fluid, Electrolyte and Nutrition Management • Postoperative Complications of all Organ Systems • Interpretation of Laboratory Data • Management of the Bleeding Patient • Material presented in Case Format

Principles of Anesthesia

Physical Evaluation of Systemic Diseases • Pharmacology of Anesthetic Agents and Related Drugs • Administration of Local Anesthesia, General Anesthesia and Deep Sedation • Anesthetic Management of the Poor Risk Patient • Monitoring during Anesthesia • Complications during Anesthesia with Case Presentations

Temporomandibular Joint Diseases, Disorders, and Surgical & Nonsurgical Management

Anatomy of Surgical Approaches • MPD Syndrome, Internal Derangements and Diagnostic Techniques • Arthroscopy • Arthrotomy • TMJ Reconstruction with Hard & Soft Tissue Grafts & Total Joints • Management of Facial Pain • Case Presentations

Oral, Head and Neck Surgical Pathology and Reconstruction

Clinical, Radiographic and Microscopic Features of Hard and Soft Tissue Lesions • Principles of Differential Diagnosis and Treatment Modalities of Benign and Malignant Lesions • Hard & Soft Tissue Reconstruction Following Surgical Pathology Excision and Trauma Including Hyperbaric Oxygen • Case Based Format • Flaps and Grafts

Maxillary and Mandibular Implants and Prosthetic Surgery

Reconstruction with Dental Implants • Vestibuloplasty, Soft and Hard Tissue Grafting • Complications of Dental Implants • Case Presentations • Imaging, Surgical Technology & Tissue Engineering

Surgical Management of Acquired and Developmental Craniofacial and Dentofacial Deformities

Evaluation and Treatment Planning: • Diagnostic Records and Analysis of Hard and Soft Tissues • Facial Esthetic Assessment • Prediction Techniques • Treatment Sequencing • Orthodontic Management and Surgical Care of the Orthognathic Patient • Mandibular Excess • Mandibular Deficiency • Open Bite and Vertical Maxillary Excess • Maxillary and Midface Deficiency • Facial Alloplasts and Osteotomies • Adjunctive Soft Tissue Procedures • Current Concepts of Stability, Long Term Results and Muscle Influence • Management of Complications • Rigid Fixation • Virtual Surgical Planning • Case Presentations

Cleft and Craniofacial Surgery and Obstructive Sleep Apnea • Evaluation and Treatment of Craniofacial Deformities: • Cleft Lip and Palate Patient • Distraction Osteogenesis

Esthetic Surgery

Evaluation • Skin Resurfacing • Nasal Surgery • Face Lift • Blepharoplasty and Brow Lift • Liposuction and Lip Augmentation • Case Discussions

Dentoalveolar Surgery and Complications

Infection • Complicated Exodontia • Nerve Injuries • Soft Tissue Procedures • Sinus Disease • Case Presentations

Technologies and Materials

Advances in Imaging • Surgical Technology • Tissue Engineering

Hotel Information

Course Location and Accommodation Options

The 52nd Annual Comprehensive OMS Review Course will be held at the University Medical Center of New Orleans (UMCNO) LCMC Health Conference Center. UMCNO is the only Level 1 Trauma Center in South Louisiana. It is conveniently located at 2000 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70112, less than a 10-minute drive to downtown New Orleans and the French Quarter. Although the JKOMSF does not endorse specific accommodations, you can review hotel options that are available using the link below.

Accommodation Options

Continuing Education Credits

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Review Course

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of PeerPoint Medical Education Institute, and the Osteo Science Foundation. PeerPoint Medical Education Institute is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

PeerPoint Medical Education Institute designates the live format for this educational activity for a maximum of 45.5 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should only claim Credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Jack Kent Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Foundation reserves the right to cancel this conference should circumstances warrant such action, and your tuition will be refunded. If you must cancel your registration for this conference, the Foundation will refund your tuition, minus an administrative fee of 10% if written notification of your withdrawal is received by the Foundation at least 15 working days prior to the start of the conference and 15% if cancellation is later. There is no refund once the course has started. Notification of withdrawal received after the conference begins will result in forfeiture of your entire tuition. NONREFUNDABLE AIRLINE TICKET, FLIGHT CHANGE, OR HOTEL RESERVATION: The Jack Kent Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Foundation and Cosponsors cannot be held responsible for the cost of a nonrefundable airline ticket, flight change, or hotel reservation in the event this conference is canceled or rescheduled. EQUALITY OF EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY: The Jack Kent Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Foundation and Cosponsors are committed to equality of educational opportunity and do not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, or disability.

Additional Notes

The content of presentations is provided solely by presenters who have been selected because of their recognized expertise. The Comprehensive OMS Review Course is neither approved, recommended, nor endorsed by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS) and thus should not be construed as an official guide in the preparation for any certifying board examination. No one associated with the conduct of the ABOMS examination shall advertise or permit to be advertised that his or her participation in this course is an endorsement to prepare an ABOMS candidate for examination.

This activity is presented for educational purposes only. Participants are expected to use their own expertise and judgment while engaged in the practice of oral and maxillofacial surgery. Attendees should check specific details such as drug doses, contraindications, etc., in standard sources prior to clinical application. The content of presentations is provided solely by presenters who have been selected because of their recognized expertise.

The OMS Surgery Review is presented and managed by the Jack Kent Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Foundation. The express purpose of this conference is to provide continuing education in the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery for those in attendance. The statements, ideas, and opinions expressed in this conference are those of the individual participants and in no way should reflect the statements, ideas, and opinions of any specialty certifying organization; any OMS professional or alumni organization; LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry; LSU Health Sciences Center in New Orleans and Shreveport; the LSU Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University Medical Center New Orleans, LCMC; or others involved in this activity.

LSU Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Pearls Course 2025

August 2, 2021

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Pearls XII

Pearls for the Modern Day Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

Saturday, May 3, 2025
Reception: Friday, May 2, 2025 – 8:00pm
University Medical Center New Orleans (UMCNO)
LCMC Health Conference Center
2000 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70112
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Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Pearls XII, Pearls for the Modern Day Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon is presented in cooperation with the JKOMS Foundation and Louisiana Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Foundation. Pearls XII is a collaboration with Osteo Science Foundation.

Enjoy the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival

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Course Brochure

ABSTRACTS for PEARLS XII Symposium

Immediate, Full-arch Implant Rehabilitation—Loading Every Time

 David Sylvester II, DDS

This lecture addresses patients with a terminal dentition or the edentulous patient who desires a fixed, full-arch prosthetic solution.  Emphasis will be placed on immediate implant loading and provisionalization on the day of surgery.  Common complications, low implant composite torque, and surgical nuances will be highlighted as the creative use of residual bone is discussed.

Does Size Matter?  Short vs Long implants

Charles P.  Silvia, DDS, MD

Over the years there has been some controversy regarding short implants. What is a short implant? Do short and ultrashort implants work? Do they need to be splinted? Can they be used in full arch cases? Can they help avoid costly and painful bone grafting procedures?   The characteristics of the implant and an understanding of implant physics and prosthetics play a part in the success of short implants.

 

Course Schedule

Friday, May 2, 2025

8:00 pm
Welcome Reception

Saturday, May 3, 2025

7:00 am - 8:00 am
Sign-in / Registration / Continental Breakfast
Jeffrey James, MD, DDS, MBA, FACS, FAACS
LSU OMFS Program Update for Alumni and Friends

8:00 am - 10:00 am
Full Arch Fixed Implant Rehabilitation: Loading Every Timeeatment: Keys to Safe and Successful Outcomes…And Why We Do It!
David Sylvester II, DDS
  • Define prosthetic and surgical requirements for successful full-arch implant rehabilitation.
  • Discuss scientific literature as it relates to angled implants in full-arch, implant rehabilitation.
  • Differentiate potential anatomic sites and correlating surgical techniques to facilitate primary implant fixation. These sites include the paranasal bone, midline nasal crest, palatal vault, and pterygomaxillary region.
10:00 am - 10:15 am
Break

10:15 am - 1:15 pm
Dental Implants: Full arch workflow and Alternative Implant Strategies
David Bulot, DDS, MD, Steven Nelson, DDS, MD and Thomas Kiebach, DDS, MSD
  • Recognize new technology, both instrumentation and grafting materials that are useful in managing complications.
  • Identify therapies that are based on appropriate scientific evaluation as opposed to anecdotal reports.
  • Organize surgical practices to incorporate the most current and scientifically proven approaches to management of implant surgical cases.
1:15 pm - 2:15 pm
Does Size Matter? Short vs Long Implants
Charles Silvia, DDS, MD
  • Describe why short or ultrashort dental implants are successful or unsuccessful.
  • Propose how short implants and ultrashort implants can decrease patient discomfort and case acceptance.
  • Recognize what characteristics make an implant a suitable solution for those in need of short implants versus bone grafting.
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Course Faculty

David Bulot, DDS, MD
A native of Louisiana. He attended Nicholls State University for his undergraduate studies. He received both his Doctorate of Dental Surgery and his Doctorate of Medicine degrees from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. He earned his Board Certification in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in 2013. He has a special interest in teaching the LSU dental students a comprehensive approach to the dental patient and regularly teaches at LSU Dental School. He also sponsors and leads annual continuing education courses in Baton Rouge with a special interest in comprehensive implant dentistry and well as the “Oral Surgeon Advantage” for wisdom tooth extraction.

Jeffrey James, MD, DDS, MBA, FACS, FAACS
Dr. James is the Peltier Endowed Chairman and Head of the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department at Louisiana State University (LSU) Health Science Center in New Orleans. He is a full Professor of Tenure at LSU and has over 10 years of private practice and academic surgery experience. Dr. James continued his education at the University of Oklahoma where he completed a fellowship and obtained a Certificate in Cleft and Craniofacial Surgery. He also trained at the Arnold Palmer Children’s Hospital in Orlando to expand his expertise to include cranial vault and fronto-orbital reconstruction for craniofacial dysmorphologies. Dr. James then trained at Cosmetic Surgery Affiliates furthering his competency as a facial cosmetic surgeon. Most recently, Dr. James graduated top of his class at the Hull College of Business and earned a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA). Dr. James is dual board certified. He is Board Certified in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery as well as Facial Cosmetic Surgery. He also currently serves as a Board Examiner for the American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery. Dr. James is a Fellow of The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, The American College of Surgeons, and the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgeons. He has maintained membership in the American Cleft Palate–Craniofacial Association, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, American Medical Association, and the American Dental Association. Dr. James is proud to have served his Country in the United States Air Force Reserves as a staff surgeon for the Air Force and Army Maxillofacial Surgery Training Program for 10 years.

Thomas Kiebach DDS MSD
A Prosthodontist born and raised in Baton Rouge. He attended Louisiana State University for his undergraduate studies and received a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences with minor concentrations in psychology and chemistry. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from LSUSD in New Orleans. After dental school, he worked in private practice as a general dentist for several years before returning to LSUSD, where he completed a 3-year residency in the department of prosthodontics. He received extensive training in full mouth rehabilitation, implant prosthetics, occlusion, TMD, dentofacial esthetics, advanced treatment planning, and advanced digital dentistry. As part of his residency, he received a Master’s of dental science degree. This extensive training allows Dr. Kiebach to provide a variety of comprehensive restorative treatment options, utilizing the most advanced technology available. Dr. Kiebach has a special interest in the use of digital technology to provide enhanced diagnostic and treatment planning capabilities, create synergy between the clinical team and the laboratory, and ultimately provide superior patient experience. His passion is in simplifying the process of creating a virtual patient (digital clone) through the fusion of multiple streams of data coming from various digital technologies such as computed tomography (3D X-rays), digital photography, *3D facial scanners, intraoral scanners, 4D jaw motion tracking, digital CAD design software, and 3D printers. Armed with the superior diagnostic data achieved with the virtual patient creation, our interdisciplinary team of specialists can create customized surgical and prosthetic treatments in a fraction of the time.

Steven Nelson, DDS, MD
An oral and maxillofacial surgeon who was raised in Baton Rouge. He attended Louisiana State University for his undergraduate studies and received a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from Louisiana State University School of Dentistry in New Orleans, Louisiana. In addition to graduating at the top of his dental school class, he was bestowed the Horace Wells Excellence in Dental Anesthesia Award, and the Excellence in Implant Dentistry Award. He was also inducted into the C. Edmund Kells and OKU Dental Honor Societies. Dr. Nelson has a special interest in orthognathic surgery, bone grafting, soft tissue grafting, and dental implant surgery. Along with his well-trained office staff, he can provide his patients with the most updated and accurate methods of care using in-office CT scans and the latest digital equipment.

Charles P. Silvia Jr.  DDS, MD
UCLA BS in Kinesiology/Physiology in 1983. UCSF School of Dentistry, DDS in 1987. LSU New Orleans, Residency in OMS in 1991. LSU School of Medicine, MD in 1994. Dr. Silvia has been in private practice as an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon since 1994. He started placing Bicon Dental Implants 30 years ago and for the past 20 plus years have been placing short and ultrashort dental implants.. In the beginning an 8 mm implant was considered short but 5 mm and 6 mm implants have become routine in my practice. These implants have become an excellent alternative to extensive bone grafting and other adjunctive procedures resulting in happy patients and referring dentists. Lastly, patient case acceptance is higher when short and ultrashort implants are utilized resulting in a decrease in cost, pain and potential complications.

David Sylvester II, DDS
Dr. Sylvester earned his certificate in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery from the University of Oklahoma and is a diplomate of the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.  He is in private practice and volunteers as an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Oklahoma.  To date, Dr. Sylvester has performed more than 4000 arches of full-arch implant rehabilitation.  More than 99% of these cases are prosthetically loaded on the day of surgery.

Continuing Education Credits

Up to 6.0 CDE and CME credits will be provided for full attendance at this meeting.

Accreditation and Designation Statements • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Pearls XII.

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of PeerPoint Medical Education Institute and the Osteo Science Foundation.

PeerPoint Medical Education Institute is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
PeerPoint Medical Education Institute designates the live format for this educational activity for a maximum of 6.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Additional Notes

This activity is presented for educational purposes only. Participants are expected to use their own expertise and judgment while engaged in the practice of oral and maxillofacial surgery. Attendees should check specific details such as drug doses, contraindications, etc., in standard sources prior to clinical application. The content of presentations is provided solely by presenters who have been selected because of their recognized expertise.

The OMS Pearls Conference is presented and managed by the Jack Kent Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Foundation. The express purpose of this conference is to provide continuing education in the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery for those in attendance. The statements, ideas, and opinions expressed in this conference are those of the individual participants and in no way should reflect the statements, ideas, and opinions of any specialty certifying organization; any OMS professional or alumni organization; LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry; LSU Health Sciences Center in New Orleans and Shreveport; the LSU Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery; or others involved in this activity.

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