TITLE
Ephraim Rikhotso: Mandibular condyle scoring system: Can it assist in the decision-making process for treating condylar fractures?
TALK INFO
In his upcoming talk titled “Mandibular Condyle Scoring System: Can It Assist in the Decision-Making Process for Treating Condylar Fractures?” Dr. Ephraim Rikhotso will explore how the scoring system can aid in evaluating and deciding the best course of action for managing condylar fractures. Join us to gain insights into this innovative approach and its potential impact on treatment strategies.
THIS EVENT IS ACCREDITED
CLINICAL PATHWAY
Trauma
SPEAKER
DATE
04/11/24
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
Understand the clinical significance of condylar fractures and challenges in their management.
Describe the Mandibular Condyle Scoring System and its components.
Evaluate how the scoring system can guide treatment decisions for optimal functional and anatomical outcomes.
Recognize the potential benefits and limitations of using a structured scoring approach in clinical practice.
Apply insights from the scoring system to develop evidence-based strategies for managing condylar fractures.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Prof. Risimati Ephraim Rikhotso BDS (Wits), MDent (Wits), PhD (Wits), FCMFOS-SA earned his BDS in1993 and completed his specialist training inMaxillofacial and Oral Surgery at the University ofthe Witwatersrand in 2002. He subsequentlyobtained his MDent in 2005 and a PhD in 2019. AFellow of the College of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery since 2003, he is currently an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery at the University of the Witwatersrand. Prof. Rikhotso has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and has presented his research at numerous international conferences. His research interests focus on total temporomandibular joint reconstruction, head and neck oncology, craniofacial trauma, and the treatment of condylar fractures. He is also actively involved in mentoring the next generation of surgeons and contributes to the development of innovative surgical techniques.
CE ACCREDITATION
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DECLARATION
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