Incision Decision

Chapter 1Single Incision Theory 1



Chapter 2 Types of Blades

1. #12, #15 Blades

2. Microblade

3. 15/16 Kirkland Knife

4. Orban Knife

5. Goldman-Fox Knife

6. 5/6 Buck Knife

7. LASER and Bovie



Chapter 3 Types of Blade Holders

1. No. 3 Flat Blade Holder

2. Pen Type Blade Holder

3. Microblade Holder

4. Double Harris Blade Holder

5. Paquette Blade Holder

6. Six Way Adjustable Angled Holder



Chapter 4 Fundamentals of Incisions

1. Definition of Incision

2. The Importance of a Good Blade Holder Grip for Effective Incisions

3. Rest Position

4. Pull or Push-Direction of Incision

5. Incisions should be like Pizza Cuts

6. Incisions made at 90° Angle to the Soft Tissue Surface



Chapter 5 Incision by Type

1. Horizontal Incision

2. Vertical Incision

3. Combining Horizontal and Vertical Incision

4. Periosteal Releasing Incision; PRI



Chapter 6 Types of Incisions - Periodontal Surgery

1. Incision for Periodontal Flap Surgery / Gingivectomy



Chapter 7 Types of Incisions - Implant Surgery

1. First Stage Implant Surgery

2. Second Stage Implant Surgery



Chapter 8 Types of Incisions - Sinus Floor Elevation and Soft Tissue Management

1. Sinus Floor Elevation

2. Periodontal Plastic Surgery

3. Palatal Incision

4. Root Canal Treatment