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

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What’s New in Continuing Education?
Dentaltown Partners with Pankey Institute
by Howard M. Goldstein, DMD, Director of Continuing Education
Happy Holidays, everyone!

I am excited about our dental sleep medicine course that was released on December 11 (or will be soon if you received this edition of Dentaltown Magazine early). This course is by the one and only, Dr. Barry Glassman! I had the pleasure of being there when he taped this and he is truly amazing (and be sure to watch the bloopers at the end when he busts on me). He taught for almost two hours straight without a break! Rather than break this up into two one-hour courses, we are presenting this in its entirety for our regular low CE price of $36! Sit back and enjoy this entertaining and educational CE offering by Dr. Glassman.

An Introduction to Dental Sleep Medicine by Barry Glassman, DMD, DAAPM, DAACP, FICCMO, Diplomate ABDSM, FADI

We are being bombarded with the potential role of dentistry in sleep medicine; and yet only a fraction of those who learn about sleep medicine have successfully added these concepts to their general practices. We will not only teach the concepts of sleep medicine, but emphasize the challenges for the general dentist that need to be addressed to successfully help patients with sleep disturbed breathing conditions.

Dentistry should be the number-one portal of patients to sleep medicine. Once the condition is understood and the dentist understands the potential role that can be played in screening patients, we can provide a very necessary service to our patient base. The decision to proceed with learning how to treat with oral appliance therapy requires a change in our practice model that must be appreciated before that decision is made intelligently. That process will be reviewed in detail in this introduction to dental sleep medicine. In addition, last month, Dentaltown 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 a misdiagnosed occlusal muscle condition.

Both dentist and dental technician must be educated 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, the working relationship is better. 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, the 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 buildups, 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 don’t actually 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 will result in restorations that are aesthetic and functional while improving predictability. Other factors that contribute to consistency and predictable restorations will be discussed.

Enjoy learning from the comfort of your home!

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