Sport-related injuries to teeth and jaws occur frequently in both amateur and professional athletes, ranging from tooth fractures and dislocations to soft tissue damage. These injuries often have significant effects on function and appearance, but many practitioners lack clear protocols for immediate management and long-term decision-making that avoids short-term solutions creating future problems.

Recognition and treatment of sports trauma in general practice

During this webinar, Dr. Jeroen Liebregts discusses how to recognise and manage sport-related dento-alveolar and maxillofacial injuries. The focus is on practical approaches for general practitioners: from initial assessment and immediate care through follow-up and referral decisions. The webinar emphasises avoiding treatment choices that seem logical in the moment but lead to complications later.

Backward planning and long-term outcome predictability

The session covers backward planning, a method in which the desired final result guides treatment decisions from the outset. Dental smile design (DSD) is integrated into this approach, alongside a holistic strategy that balances function, aesthetics, and patient-specific factors. By understanding these principles, practitioners can respond quickly and appropriately to sports trauma while achieving durable and predictable results. Dr. Justin Pijpe, a maxillofacial surgeon and NTVT editor, moderates the webinar.

Webinar registration options and deadlines

Three subscription levels are available: Premium (live viewing plus 4-week replay access), Plus (live viewing only), and On demand (replay with CE assessment starting 5 weeks after broadcast). Registration for the live webinar closes at 19:40 on 19 May 2026.