Daniel Melker

DDS

Dr. Melker attended the University of Florida from 1966 to 1969 and Emory University from 1969 to 1973. He completed his specialty training in Periodontics from Boston University School of Dentistry in 1975. Dr. Melker has been in private practice for the past thirty nine years in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Melker lectures nationally and internationally including presentation in Periodontics and Prosthodontic residency programs across the country. Dr. Melker has published articles in The International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry, Academy of General Dentistry, Contemporary Esthetics, Dentaltown, JIACD, Chairside Dentistry and Dentistry Today. Dr. Melker is also a two-time Gold Medal recipient from The Florida Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

Abstract of the video lecture

Periodontal surgery. Posterior Flap Elevation.

- How to do reflect a flap free from trauma and why.

- When to do full thickness and partial thickness flaps.

- The importance of Periosteum and its handling for maximum healing.

- Why primary closure of a reflected flap is so important.