Clinical Case Discussion: Extraction of Maxillary First Molar of an Elderly Patient with Grade II Mobility

This interactive session will explore the clinical management of an elderly patient requiring extraction of a maxillary first molar with Grade II mobility. Through a step-by-step case discussion, participants will learn how to assess the patient, plan the extraction, identify potential challenges, and perform the procedure using safe and atraumatic techniques.

The session will bridge theoretical knowledge with practical clinical decision-making, helping learners develop confidence in managing extractions in elderly patients while minimizing complications and ensuring predictable outcomes.

Topics Covered:

• Clinical case discussion on maxillary first molar extraction
• Assessment of Grade II mobility and treatment planning
• Pre-operative evaluation and patient considerations
• Atraumatic extraction techniques and instrumentation
• Management of intraoperative challenges and complications
• Post-extraction care and patient instructions
• Common clinical pitfalls and how to avoid them
• Case-based clinical reasoning and decision making

This session is ideal for dental students, interns, practitioners, and healthcare professionals interested in strengthening their clinical skills through practical, case-based learning and interactive discussion.