Treating Worn Smiles

Credit Details
This electronically delivered self-instructional program is designated for 2 hours of CE credit by Farran Media.
AGD Code: 780.

The fee to view this course is $36. This cost includes the fee to take the exam and claim your CE credits.

Synopsis:
Have you been worried about treating patients who show signs of occlusal breakdown? Would you like to effortlessly add more cosmetic treatment to your dental office without the need for advertising?

Join Dr. John Nosti as he reviews the main causes of occlusal breakdown in your patients. He will discuss ways to engage your patients and get them enrolled in their treatment, as well as review his treatment protocol from start to finish on these complex cases. Unlike many teaser courses, this 1 hour presentation is fast paced and teaches you what you need to know to start your Functional Cosmetic practice today!

Educational Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:

• Diagnose the different causes of occlusal breakdown, Attrition, Abrasion, Erosion, etc.
• Understand the goals and components Smile Design.
• Understand the rationale for different veneer preparations.
• Understand the role of centric relation and anterior guidance in cosmetic dentistry.
• Be able to take a Deprogrammed Centric Relation Bite.
• Understand simple guidelines and plans for changes in Vertical Dimension of Occlusion.
• Treatment plan and execute a cosmetic reconstruction.

Description of Speaker:
Dr. John Nosti practices full time with an emphasis on functional cosmetics, full mouth rehabilitation, and TMJ Dysfunction. His down to earth approach and ability to demystify occlusion and all ceramic dentistry has earned him distinction among his peers. He has lectured nationally on occlusion, rehabilitation, and technology. As a Clinical Mentor and Speaker for "The Clinical Mastery Series" he has authored and teaches the two day "Ultimate Occlusion" and "Ultimate Occlusion II" courses, as well as the "Over the Shoulder Full Mouth Rehabilitation" program. He has co-authored, and co-lectures the "Full Mouth Synergy" course with Dr. David Hornbrook. Prior to his involvement with "The Clinical Mastery Series", he was a Clinical Mentor and speaker with the Hornbrook Group for four years. Dr. Nosti has been one of the featured speakers at the BioResearch Annual Conference in 2010, 2011, and 2012. Dr. Nosti was a featured speaker in 2011 at the "Townie Meeting". He has lectured for numerous study clubs, including divisions of the Seattle Study Club, as well as several course series sponsored by Benco Dental. Currently Dr. Nosti has co-written and co-produced three educational DVDs with Dr. David Hornbrook. Dr. Nosti holds Fellowships in the Academy of General Dentistry and Academy of Comprehensive Esthetics. He is currently in the process of attaining the award of Master in the Academy of General Dentistry, as well as Accreditation in the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

Disclosure:
Dr. Nosti declares that neither he nor any member of his family have a financial arrangement or affiliation with any corporate organization offering financial support or grant monies for this continuing dental education program..

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Licensure:
Continuing education credits issued for completion of online CE courses may not apply toward license renewal in all licensing jurisdictions. It is the responsibility of each registrant to verify the CE requirements of his/her licensing or regulatory agency.

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Refund Policy
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CE Contact
For any questions, please contact Nareg Apelian, DMD, Director of Continuing Education at nareg@farranmedia.com