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Course #2010-03 | Date: | Friday, February 12, 2010
| Location: | Fort Hamilton Community Club | Title: | "Attachment Dentistry - The All Day Maxi Course"
| Featured Clinician: | George E. Bambara, D.M.D., M.S. Faculty, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey | Synopsis: | Attachment dentistry provides superior cosmetic and functional alternatives to the traditional cast partial denture with clasps. Attachments are simply rigid or resilient connectors that redirect the forces of occlusion. They are stress attenuators and absorbers. Their function is to preserve soft tissue and bone as well as provide retention, correction of angular discrepancies and cosmetic alternatives. This program emphasizes the rationale for using precision and semi-precision attachments in the treatment planning of fixed and removable partial dentures, overdentures and implants. Each of these prosthetic options will be discussed in detail, especially implants which require special treatment planning consideration. Greater understanding of these disciplines will lead to greater practice utilization and incorporation of dental attachments in our practices. Various types of coronal and radicular resilient and non-resilient attachments will be discussed including bar joints and bar units, studs and magnets. A logical approach to the treatment planning of attachment dentistry which will ensure long term success and patient satisfaction will be presented. Clinical cases will be reviewed and participants will gather knowledge and gain excitement and confidence that will enable them to utilize attachments in their daily practice immediately. Participants are encouraged to bring questions which will be discussed throughout the presentation, as well as any of their past experiences with dental attachments. Upon successful completion of the course, attendees will understand: What precision and semi-precision attachments are and how they are used in prosthetic dentistry How to treatment plan attachment retained removable partial dentures, overdentures and segmented fixed bridges using natural teeth as well as implant abutments Various types of rigid and resilient intracoronal and extracoronal attachments including rod and tube, bar units and joints, studs, magnets, plungers, latches and screws A logical approach to begin incorporating attachment dentistry into their treatment planning The redistribution of traumatic forces and how bone, soft tissue, teeth and implants are affected How to control loading and rotational forces Stabilization and support Relining techniques Conversion of a fixed attachment retained partial denture to a removable attachment retained partial denture
MCEU - 6 HOURS / TIME: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Course #2010-08
The Dr. Irving E. Gruber Memorial Lecture | Date: | Friday, March 12, 2010
| Location: | Fort Hamilton Community Club | Title: | "Innovations in Esthetic Dentistry: Everything You Need to Know About Veneers"
| Featured Clinician: | K. Michael Ghalili, D.D.S., M.S.D.
Director, International Comprehensive Dentistry Program, New York University College of Dentistry | Synopsis: | This course will provide practitioners with the tools necessary to awaken their practice, transform their patient base, and renew, refresh and enliven their patients’ smiles. Practitioners will: Learn creative treatment planning and case presentations, which will motivate patients to proceed with transformational esthetic makeovers Learn how to “re-position” teeth without the use of braces Learn techniques for using veneers for closing diastemas, correcting minor malocclusions, cross-bites, class-three, tetracycline stains, short tooth syndromes and other esthetic concerns
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will have an in-depth grasp of the importance of veneers in innovating dentistry and the opportunities to grow their practices. MCEU - 6 HOURS / TIME: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Course #2010-12 |
| Date: | Friday, March 26, 2010
| Location: | Staten Island Hilton Garden Inn
| Title: | "Advances in the Treatment of TMJ and Orofacial Pain Disorders"
| Featured Clinician: | Howard Israel, D.D.S. Professor of Clinical Surgery, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Weill Cornell Medical College | Synopsis: | The etiology, diagnosis and treatment of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and orofacial pain disorders are frequently challenging. Misdiagnosis and multiple failed treatments are common in this patient population. Persistent orofacial and TMJ pain may cause frustrated patients to request irreversible and invasive treatments to eliminate the perceived source of pain. A key element in the successful treatment of patients with TMJ and orofacial pain disorders is establishing an accurate diagnosis. Misdiagnosis is common in these patients, leading to failed treatment and further exacerbation of pain. To prevent this, the clinician must continually evaluate the response to treatment and re-evaluate the diagnosis. This presentation will cover new approaches and the role of minimally invasive treatment in advanced cases. Upon successful completion of this lecture, clinicians will learn the latest concepts and principles in the pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment of TMJ and orofacial pain disorders based on current research. MCEU - 6 HOURS / TIME: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Course #2010-14
| Date: | Friday, April 16, 2010 | Location: | Staten Island Hilton Garden Inn | Title: | "Learning the Principles to Functional Esthetics" | Featured Clinician: | Jay M. Lerner, D.D.S. Senior Clinical Instructor, The Rosenthal Institute for Aesthetic Dentistry at New York University College of Dentistry | Synopsis: | Beautiful and functional anterior and posterior treatment is both an art and a science. This session will highlight a philosophy of practice that provides exceptional dental care through a comprehensive functional and esthetic approach. Dr. Lerner will take into consideration smile design concepts, preparation design and a philosophy of occlusion that allows for a functionally stable end result. Upon successful completion of this course, attendees will learn: Step by step technique on veneer fabrication The art of smile design Preparation design for feldspathic and pressed veneers Take full arch impressions predictably Provisional fabrication: Direct vs. Indirect. Use of laboratory matrices Photography and laboratory communication Step by step veneer cementation and clean-up technique
Full mouth rehabilitation Multiple cases presented to illustrate the use of porcelain veneers How to evaluate complex cases Complex case treatment planning Restorative material choices
Lab Communication
The role of Occlusion, Function and Computerized Occlusal Analysis Concepts of occlusion and centric relation Methods of finding centric relation Importance of anterior guidance Understanding the envelope of function Vertical dimension Use of T-Scan 3 in occlusal equilibration
MCEU - 6 HOURS / TIME: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Course #2010-15 | Date: | Friday, April 23, 2010
| Location: | Fort Hamilton Community Club
| Title: | "Forensic Dentistry: From 9/11 to Bitemark Identification - What Every Dental Professional Needs to Know" | Featured Clinician: | Kenneth W. Aschheim, D.D.S.
Associate Professor of Clinical Dentistry, Mount Sinai School of Medicine | Synopsis: | As one of the most popular television series today, the CSI franchise gives audiences a behind the screen look as to how cases are built on small pieces of evidence. Although portrayed as both glamorous and very hi-tech, real forensic work is as much an art as a science. Every day dentists interpret radiographic findings and make judgements that in reality could be used in identifying a victim or helping to solve a crime. This lecture is designed to give the dental professional a behind the scene look at how forensic odontology is done in the real world. Beginning with a history of forensic odontology, the presentation will go into detailed coverage of how New York City’s Special Response Team covers emergencies that range from the World Trade Center attack and American Airlines flight 587 to crane accidents, as well as US Air’s “Miracle on the Hudson.” This lecture will not only cover on the scene emergency mobilization, but will include a basic review of how dental identifications are done. Since forensic dentistry is not just about dental identification, the lecture will also cover other aspects of the field. An in-depth discussion of bite mark analysis, as well as dental age determination will demonstrate some of the other activities forensic odontologists are asked to perform. A brief discussion of DNA analysis and other newer techniques will also be discussed. Finally, attendees will get to participate in a “simulated hands-on” workshop demonstration of numerous types of forensic odontology activities such as dental coding for a mock disaster, bite mark analysis and age determination. Upon successful completion of the course, attendees will have a complete understanding of all aspects of forensic dentistry. Participants will also understand the concepts of bite mark identification and dental aid determination, and be able to assist the medical examiner in identifying human remains during a mass fatality incident. MCEU - 6 HOURS / TIME: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Course #2010-19 | Date: | Friday, May 14, 2010
| Location: | Fort Hamilton Community Club | Title: | "Effective, Efficient and Contemporary Implant Restorations" | Featured Clinician: | John S. Cavallaro, Jr., D.D.S.
Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry, New York University College of Dentistry
| Synopsis: | Implant restorations have evolved from the “original” high-water resin metal “hybrid” prosthesis fabricated from a standardized protocol to modern day restorations made in a variety of ways. With choice comes creativity and flexibility as well as potential confusion and frustration. The first portion of this presentation will cover methods that are available to proceed from a treatment plan to a well executed, satisfying result. The second portion of the course will describe prosthetic protocols for providing a fixed restoration while avoiding interim removable partials or edentulism. In the third portion, myths will be debunked and practical guidelines will be presented for utilizing a combination of tooth and implant support for fixed restorations. Lastly, suggestions will be made to clarify the decision-making between conventional restorations and implant therapy. Upon successful completion of this course, participants will learn: Advantages and indications for implant level impressions (tissue sculpting for esthetics, contour and finish line clarity) Advantages and indications for abutment level impressions (crown and bridge type, prefabricated coping type) Prosthetic management of implant placement issues (position, angulation, depth and running room; components and protocols) Serial extraction protocol for full and partial arch fixed prostheses Tooth-implant supported fixed prostheses (evidence-based, 15 practical guidelines) The tooth versus the implant: structural prognostication of compromised teeth
MCEU - 6 HOURS / TIME: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Course #2010-21 | Date: | Friday, June 4, 2010
| Location: | Staten Island Hilton Garden Inn
| Title: | "CT-Guided Dental Implant Surgery" | Featured Clinician: | Alex M. Greenberg, D.D.S.
Founder, Ident Imaging Inc. | Synopsis: | This presentation will provide clinicians with a review of the basic concepts of CT scanning of the jaw. Participants will learn about prosthetic guided dental implant treatment planning with radiographic guides, as well as the use of software for treatment planning with CT scans for dental implant placement. Clinical applications for CT-guided dental implant surgery, such as flapless and flap based procedures, will be reviewed. Upon successful completion of this course, attendees will have a better understanding of the use of CT scanning for dental implant treatment planning and surgical procedures. MCEU - 6 HOURS / TIME: 9:00 AM - 4:00PM |
Course #2010-34 | Date: | Friday, October 15, 2010 | Location: | Staten Island Hilton Garden Inn
| Title: | "TMD and Sleep Dentistry: An Update"
| Featured Clinician: | Michael L. Gelb, D.D.S., M.S. Former Director, TMJ and Orofacial Pain Program, New York University College of Dentistry
| Synopsis: | Bruxism is now considered a parasomnia, which is a CNS sleep disorder. Treatments include appliances, medication and Botox, all of which will be discussed during this presentation. New treatment of headaches, disc displacements and other TMD diagnoses will be explored. Considerable time will be devoted to the role of dentists in treating snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. Upon successful completion of this course, participants will have an excellent knowledge of treatment options for sleep bruxism. They will also understand their role as dentists in the treatment of snoring, sleep apnea and orofacial pain and be better equipped to help their patients suffering from headaches and breathing related sleep disorders. MCEU - 6 HOURS / TIME: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Course #2010-37 | Date: | Friday, November 5, 2010
| Location: | Fort Hamilton Community Club
| Title: | "Precision Attachments for Natural Teeth and Implants"
| Featured Clinician: | Edward M. Feinberg, D.M.D.
Director, Westchester Academy of Restorative Dentistry
| Synopsis: | This course will introduce the precision attachment case, which has been used successfully on natural teeth and implants. The precision attachment concept was invented in 1906 and has a long, well-documented history. The course will demonstrate the truly amazing results that can be achieved with precision attachments when they are used properly. Numerous documented cases will be presented from a library of over 100,000 slides and digital pictures taken since 1950. All of the teeth were prepared and handled in the same manner. X-ray follow-up of cases that have been followed for decades will be presented, along with more recent cases. Upon successful completion of this course, attendees will learn: Why the precision attachment case is an excellent treatment option Why precision attachment cases last longer than fixed bridgework cases What steps are required to make an attachment case How to fabricate and fit the fixed bridgework segments How to take a master impression How to design a precision attachment case How to fabricate and fit a precision attachment partial denture Insertion and maintenance procedures for precision attachment cases Rationale for the use of precision attachments with implants How to use precision attachments with implants
MCEU - 6 HOURS / TIME: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
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