Introduction to Advanced Reconstructive Surgery Techniques (2 hours) (2)

In this technical seminar you’ll learn how to gain confidence in the embalming room for major trauma cases. Michelle will demonstrate step by step on how to disinfect, preserve, and restore tissues effected by trauma, severe burns, and decomposition. This class focuses on open casket viewing by using innovative postmortem surgical techniques for bone and soft tissue repair. You will learn new waxing methods for soft tissue repair and tips for applying airbrush cosmetics. You’ll also discuss the importance of acquiring proper legal authorizations prior to restoration and sensitive vocabulary to use while dealing with families. You’ll explore tips for arrangement logistics for difficult cases where time is needed for adequate repair. Whether you are an experienced or novice embalmer you will feel empowered after attending this seminar and will have many practical things to take away including Michelle’s personal mission statement: “SOMETHING – Is possible if you’re willing to TRY”. 

Some of the topics include:

• Clearing Discolored Fingernails, Hands, & Arms

• Soft Tissue Wound Treatment

• Legality Measures for Reconstructive Surgery Procedures

• Repairing Bone Structure

• Using Plaster of Paris for Cranial Repair

• Waxing Methods

• Airbrush Techniques

• Sensitive Vocabulary for family arrangements

All courses are CEU approved with APFSP and also TFSC (for Texas Licenses)