What’s New in Continuing Education? by Howard M. Goldstein, DMD, Director of Continuing Education


 
What’s New in Continuing Education?

by Howard M. Goldstein, DMD, Director of Continuing Education
I would first like to acknowledge Dr. Anthony Black of Herndon, Virginia, who was the winner of an iPad for the recent Dentaltown CE contest! Congratulations, Tony!

I am excited to announce the CE that is being released on November 14 (or was released on November 14 depending on when you read this).

Dentaltown has teamed up with the famed Pankey Institute to present a series of CE courses on various subjects by esteemed members of their faculty. These courses can be viewed individually or by the whole series.

Solving Technician/Dentist Problems Through Mutual Understanding of Occlusion
by Irwin M. Becker, DDS

This course focuses on critically important issues that will make our dentistry more predictable and longer lasting. Many times the dentist misplaces the blame of the need for excessive adjustment when inserting new crown and bridge restorations. Often it is the fault of a moving condyle or an improperly misdiagnosed occlusal-muscle condition.

Both dentist and dental technician must be fully schooled in the various possibilities relative to occlusal planning and occlusal conditions that can lead to much greater value of these restorations for our patients. When both of these team members have studied together and have clear occlusal objectives, then the results are greatly enhanced, predictable and the working relationship is much improved. The result is a mutual respect and recognition that it is a true partnership.

Techniques and Material Selection for Optimum Aesthetics
by James C. Kessler, BS, DDS

The challenge of keeping up with the rapidly evolving array of options in aesthetic restorative dentistry can be daunting. It is critical that both the dentist and the dental laboratory technician maintain an understanding of the indications and limitations of the various systems.

In this presentation, the indirect restorative materials available, and the strengths and weaknesses of each are discussed. Additionally, critical communications that must take place between the dentist and ceramist, and how to determine what materials best satisfy different restorative situations are covered. Subjects presented include, determining when the metal-ceramic restoration is still considered the restoration of choice, what situations are best satisfied by bonded porcelain restorations, which all-ceramic restorative systems can dependably mask discolorations and metallic build-ups, and how some systems match particular shade and translucency situations better than others.

Improved Predictability With Advanced Aesthetics
by Michael C. Fling, DDS

Clinical success can be defined by achieving a result that is aesthetic, functional and predictable. Today's demand for such a high level of aesthetics and predictability require a collaborative effort between the dentist and technician. This seminar investigates the factors that allow a relationship between the dentist and technician to result in extraordinary and predictable results. Historically, restorations have been fabricated to work within an "envelope of function." Remember, when we chew, teeth actually don't touch. Given that fact, it isn't during the envelope of function that teeth or restorations fail. Instead, it is when we extend beyond and into the "Envelope of Parafunction" that destruction occurs. If we can create restorations that exist within this envelope of parafunction, we have better opportunity for success. This presentation introduces the "outside/ inside" evaluation. This refers to seven specific steps that must be considered when developing any treatment plan. Following these steps results in restorations that are aesthetic and functional while improving predictability. Other factors that contribute to consistency and predictable restorations will be discussed.

In addition to these excellent Pankey/Dentaltown courses, I want to remind everyone that a couple of months ago we released the best and most popular course on dental marketing there is…

Dental Marketing Summit Series
by Howie Horrocks and Mark Dilatush

This series is designed and delivered to assist any dentist with the total understanding necessary to promote dentistry properly, effectively and efficiently. Participants will receive personalized marketing plans and a copy of Unlimited New Patients – Volume 3 as part of their course material.

Enjoy learning from the comfort of your home!

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  1. Go to the Dentaltown.com CE page at: dentaltown.com/onlinece
  2. Enter your keywords in the box at the left
  3. Click the “Search Courses” button (Do not press “Enter” or “Return”)
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