Continuing Education Update by Howard M. Goldstein, DMD



by Howard M. Goldstein, DMD, Director of Continuing Education

I thought that summer would never come (at least, here in Pennsylvania)! Time to go to the beach and take some Dentaltown CE on your iPad or Android device. Over the past weeks, we’ve added even more courses to the continuing-education section at Dentaltown.com.

Next-Level Endodontics: Online Foundations of Predictable Endodontic Success…
by Dr. David S. Eshom
Ninety percent of dentists don't use their dental cameras routinely because they're too hard to use. Dr. David S. Eshom will show you the easiest camera to use, the most efficient techniques, and proper verbal skills to increase treatment acceptance. He'll also cover how to take the stress out of presenting ideal dentistry to your patients.

Laminate Veneers—Preparation Variants
by Dr. Jan Hajtó
This course presents the specifics, advantages and disadvantages of different preparation variants in regard to the amount of dentin exposure for laminate veneers. The application of various types of laminate veneers in different cases is presented.

Avoidance and Management of Dental Implant Complications (Recorded live at the CAD-Ray Symposium)
by Dr. Jay Reznick
Dental implant complications can occur at any point in the treatment process. Proper treatment-planning and surgical techniques can avoid some of them, but others are unavoidable even in the most capable hands. Early recognition and management is key to a successful outcome. This course reviews the most common issues that clinicians may encounter, including the proper protocol for nerve injury.

Fundamentals of Fixed Prosthodontics
by Dr. Lane Ochi
A masterpiece! Successfully treating patients with fixed prosthodontics requires a mastery of materials and mechanical concepts, as well as a respect for tooth structure. We need to be aware of the interactions between preparation design, margin configuration, core buildups or posts, and the luting agent. After viewing this course, you'll be able to identify the causes of failures and prevent them from recurring.

Minimally Invasive Esthetic Dentistry: An Oxymoron?
by Dr. Arthur Volker
Minimally invasive dentistry is a hot topic—it's easy to talk about taking away less tooth structure, but it's more difficult to apply this concept to achieve predictable, aesthetic and functional results. This course aims to give clinicians the tools needed to successfully and immediately expand the use of minimally invasive dentistry in daily practice.

Understanding Occlusion
by Dr. John Nosti
Occlusion remains one of the most confusing topics in dentistry today, because of seemingly different opinions on the importance of dictating restorative positions on every patient. Dr. John Nosti defines occlusion, simplifies common terminology and reviews when restorative positions should or shouldn't be used. If you've ever been confused by centric relation, centric occlusion and maximum intercuspation, or if you've wanted to learn a predictable way to take a centric relation bite registration or an increased vertical bite registration, this course is for you.

The Power of Solo Dentist with PPO Negotiations
by Dr. Sandi Hudson
This course is designed to help solo dentists understand how to successfully negotiate PPO fees, based on the makeup of their individual practices. Tailor your participation to strategically position yourself against increased competition and corporations. Understand the differences between direct contracts and third-party administrators or shared networks to take control of your level of participation.

Pediatric Dentistry: Anesthesia, Pulp Therapy and Stainless Steel Crowns
by Dr. Josh Wren
With the Affordable Care Act mandating dental coverage for those 19 and younger, more than 3 million pediatric patients will be added to 150,000 dental practices. Treating children may become a necessity for your dental office. Pulp therapy and stainless steel crowns are procedures often considered complex when performed on pediatric patients—this course will alleviate any fear of the unknown that leads to this misconception. Indirect pulp therapy, pulpotomy and pulpectomy are discussed, with emphasis on diagnosis and technique. Stainless steel crowns are also discussed, with procedural steps explained and shown. The course also discusses Wren's process for using nitrous oxide, appropriate topical anesthesia and local anesthesia to achieve painless injections.

Buying a Dental Practice: There is more to it Than Price. Recorded Live at Townie Meeting 2014
by Tim Lott
This presentation is designed to educate prospective buyers about how to approach the financial “due diligence” of buying a dental practice. You’ll learn which information to look at, how to piece it together and how to analyze it to formulate an offer. You’ll also learn other aspects of the purchase process, so you’ll be prepared when you locate a practice you want to buy.

Next Level Endodontics: Modern Endodontics, Theory to Practice
by Dr. Martin Trope
The best prognosis for root canal treatment is achieved if the apical 3mm of the canal is optimally cleaned while not unnecessarily removing coronal dentin. A correct diagnosis and the blending of new materials and techniques can lead to a healthy apical periodontium and optimal survivability of the tooth. This lecture will cover simple, safe and scientifically proven techniques for treatment that ensure an extremely high success rate and survivability.

We also have Dr. Howard Farran's One Day Dental MBA. Dr. Farran shares his proven techniques to increase productivity, boost your bottom line and build your business. Don't miss his live and unfiltered insights on dentistry and business, along with an insider's view of his dental practice.

Enjoy learning from the comfort of your home!



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