

Mon 29 Apr
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Carl Bouchard: Lingual nerve repair - what I have learned over the last 15 years
Damage to the lingual nerve, a widely documented complication associated with the extraction of third molars, can lead to enduring sensory impairment in the tongue. Dr. Bouchard will share his experience with lingual nerve repair.
Time & Location
29 Apr 2024, 09:00 – 10:00 GMT-7
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About the event
Lingual Nerve Repair – What I Have Learned Over the Last 15 Years is an expert clinical session presented by Dr. Carl Bouchard, drawing on over a decade of dedicated experience in peripheral nerve surgery and orofacial nerve repair. In this talk, Dr. Bouchard shares his long-term insights into the diagnosis, surgical strategies, and outcomes of lingual nerve injuries — a complex and impactful condition that can result from trauma, third molar surgery, and other orofacial procedures. Participants will gain a practical understanding of patient assessment, timing of intervention, microsurgical techniques, nerve grafting options, and postoperative care, as well as strategies to improve sensory recovery and minimize morbidity. The session highlights evidence-based lessons learned, common pitfalls, and evolving best practices in the management of lingual nerve injuries to enhance clinical decision-making and patient outcomes.
The Video is Now Available On Demand
SPEAKER: Dr Carl Bouchard DMD, MSc, FRCD(C) is an associate professor and program director of the oral and maxillofacial surgery program at Laval University. He works at CHU de Québec – Université Laval. His major fields of interest include orthognathic, trauma, TMJ surgery and nerve repair. He has published numerous articles and book chapters and his currently involved in many research projects. Dr. Bouchard is the Canadian liaison on the executive board of the JOMS.
ONLINE LIVE EVENT
Palo Alto: Monday, April 29, 2024 at 9:00 am
Mexico City: Monday, April 29, 2024 at 10:00 am
New York: Monday, April 29, 2024 at 12:00 noon
Rio de Janeiro: Monday, April 29, 2024 at 1:00 pm
London: Monday, April 29, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Berlin: Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:00 pm
Johannesburg: Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:00 pm
Cairo: Monday, April 29, 2024 at 7:00 pm
Riyadh: Monday, April 29, 2024 at 7:00 pm
Islamabad: Monday, April 29, 2024 at 9:00 pm
New Delhi: Monday, April 29, 2024 at 9:30 pm
Dubai: Monday, April 29, 2024 at 8:00 pm
LANGUAGE: The event language is English. Portuguese and Spanish speaking moderators will be present for questions.
DECLARATION : In accordance with criterion 13 of document UEMS 2023.07.rev “EACCME® Criteria for the Accreditation of Live Educational Events (LEEs)” and the Standard v. Commercial or Promotional Conflict of Interest, published by the American Dental Association Continuing Education Recognition Program (ADA CERP), all surgeON presenters sign a Conflict of Interest form to document all perceived or actual conflicts of interest for the last 3 years, whether due to a financial or other relationship. This document can be viewed at the beginning of the event or on request by emailing info@surgeon-events.org No fee, honorarium or arrangement for re-imbursement of expenses in relation to the this event has been provided to the speaker.