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The Wisdom Tooth Course by LUX8 Academy

1 day hands on wisdom tooth extraction and coronectomy course for general dentists, led by Specialist Oral Surgeon Dr Yusuf Gadiwalla.

Schedule

Next: 6 Feb 2027

Duration

1 day

CPD

7 CPD

Location

Tring

Yusuf Gadiwalla

Course provider

Yusuf Gadiwalla

Overview

About This Course

The LUX8 Wisdom Tooth Course is an intensive one-day oral surgery masterclass designed for general dentists looking to develop greater confidence, predictability and precision in the assessment and surgical management of third molars.

Led by specialist oral surgeon Dr Yusuf Gadiwalla, the course combines evidence-based principles with practical, immediately applicable surgical techniques.

Delegates will explore radiographic and CBCT interpretation, surgical planning, impacted wisdom tooth assessment, inferior dental nerve risk, flap design, tooth sectioning, bone removal, surgical extraction techniques, coronectomy and the prevention and management of complications.

With small-group teaching, extensive hands-on practical surgery using custom 3D printed models and 7 hours of verifiable CPD, The Wisdom Tooth Course is designed to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and confident clinical practice.

Whether you are looking to manage straightforward impacted wisdom teeth or develop your approach to more challenging third molar surgery, The Wisdom Tooth Course provides a structured, practical approach that you can implement immediately in practice.

Outcomes

What You Will Learn

Assess and classify impacted wisdom teeth using clinical and radiographic findings.

Interpret OPGs and CBCTs to assess surgical complexity and inferior dental nerve risk.

Develop a systematic approach to wisdom tooth surgical planning.

Select appropriate instruments and techniques for challenging third molar surgery.

Apply principles of flap design, bone removal and tooth sectioning.

Perform surgical techniques for the management of impacted wisdom teeth.

Understand the indications, case selection and principles of coronectomy.

Recognise and manage common intra-operative and post-operative complications.

Identify cases suitable for management in general practice and those requiring specialist referral.

Apply a more predictable, controlled and evidence-based approach to wisdom tooth surgery.

Before You Book

Prerequisites

Dentists must be confident with surgical extractions on routine teeth or must have complete The Extraction Course

Provider

About the Course Provider

Yusuf Gadiwalla

Yusuf Gadiwalla

Dr Yusuf Gadiwalla BDS MFDS MOralSurg (RCS Ed) PGDip Implantology Dr Yusuf Gadiwalla is a GDC-registered Specialist Oral Surgeon and the founder and lead educator of LUX8. He graduated from King’s College London in 2012 before completing three years of Dental Core Training across multiple specialties at Guy’s Hospital, followed by Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery posts at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham and Russells Hall Hospital, Dudley. Yusuf completed his Specialist Oral Surgery training at Guy’s Hospital and King’s College Hospital, gaining extensive experience in complex extractions, surgical removal of impacted teeth, oral pathology, bone grafting, implants and the management of surgical complications. He became a GDC-registered Specialist in Oral Surgery and Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in 2021. Alongside his clinical practice, Yusuf has a strong academic and research background, having published nine research papers in the field of Oral Surgery. He also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Implantology. His teaching philosophy is centred on taking the complexity out of oral surgery. LUX8 combines the underlying physics and biology of extraction, correct instrumentation, surgical principles and a systematic approach to difficult cases, with extensive hands-on practical training. The aim is to give general dentists techniques and decision-making frameworks that can be applied immediately in everyday practice. With over a decade of experience across general practice, hospital dentistry, oral surgery and maxillofacial surgery, Yusuf brings a specialist perspective while keeping the course highly relevant to the challenges faced by dentists working in general practice.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is The Wisdom Tooth Course for?

The course is designed for general dentists who want to develop greater confidence and practical skills in assessing and surgically managing wisdom teeth.

Do I need previous experience in wisdom tooth surgery?

Competency in surgically extracting routine teeth is needed. The course is suitable for dentists looking to develop their surgical skills and take on appropriate wisdom tooth cases.

What does The Wisdom Tooth Course cover?

The course covers radiographic and CBCT assessment, surgical planning, impacted wisdom teeth, inferior dental nerve risk, flap design, bone removal, tooth sectioning, surgical extraction, coronectomy and complication management.

Is the course hands-on?

Yes. The course includes extensive hands-on practical surgery using 3D printed models, allowing delegates to practise the techniques covered during the day.

Will I learn coronectomy?

Yes. The course covers the principles, indications, case selection and surgical technique involved in coronectomy.

Will complications be covered?

Yes. The course covers the prevention, recognition and management of common complications associated with wisdom tooth surgery.

Does the course cover inferior dental nerve injury and its management?

Yes. The course covers inferior dental nerve risk assessment, prevention and the management of nerve injuries associated with wisdom tooth surgery. Delegates are introduced to a structured nerve injury protocol, including appropriate assessment, documentation, patient communication, referral and follow-up where nerve disturbance occurs.

Can I apply what I learn immediately in practice?

Yes. The course is designed around practical techniques and clinical decision-making that can be implemented immediately when managing appropriate cases in general practice.

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