Making A Great Impression

Credit Details
This electronically delivered self-instructional program is designated for 1.5 hours of ADA CERP and AGD PACE CE credit by Farran Media. AGD Code: 670.

There is no fee to view this course. There is a fee of $36 to take the exam and claim CE credits for this course.

Synopsis:
This course focuses on fundamental and simplified techniques for obtaining accurate final impressions, and the importance of creating additional records during the impressions appointment to elevate the overall success of complete denture fabrication. The course focuses on aspects of impression making, including the choice of materials, with a particular focus on the efficacy of alginate. Specific instructions are provided for using heavy-body and light-body alginate materials, combined with a syringe delivery system, to ensure accurate complete denture impressions. The significance of maxillary denture posterior extension, including the vibrating line and hamular notches, is emphasized for retention and patient comfort. Patient cooperation and comfort during the impression-making process are discussed. The course also highlights the value of patient engagement, encouraging them to provide photos and discuss preferences for the fabrication of dentures that are aesthetically pleasing to the patient. Furthermore, the course outlines efficient laboratory preparations, including using tools like the Swissedent wax rim former and contouring wax rims based on specific measurements provided by the dentist. Adequate laboratory preparations are important for streamlining the records appointment and enhancing the accuracy and ease of recording.

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

• Implement the simplified impression technique to make accurate impressions for tissue-supported complete dentures.
• Create records for streamlining the records appointment and enhancing the success of the denture fabrication process.
• Increase patient engagement and discuss how this contributes to creating personalized and predictable prostheses.
• Communicate effectively with dental laboratory technicians, further elevating the efficacy and success of complete denture construction.

Description of Speaker:
Leif Stromberg, DDS, MAGD, FADI, FICD, practices restorative dentistry in Dallas. Highly respected among his peers, Stromberg was selected as a Texas Super Dentist in Texas Monthly magazine from 2005 to 2017. In 2022, he became a Texas Academy of General Dentistry Dentist of the Year Award nominee, and in 2023 he earned fellowship in the International College of Dentists. Stromberg, who also served as a clinical assistant professor at Texas A&M University College of Dentistry from 2000 to 2005, is frequently solicited to present at dental conferences on techniques for predictably successful complete dentures and has written a textbook on the same topic.

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

Legal Disclaimer:
The CE provider (Farran Media) uses reasonable care in selecting and providing content that is accurate. The CE provider, however, does not independently verify the content or materials. The CE provider does not represent that the instructional materials are error-free or that the content or materials are comprehensive. Any opinions expressed in the materials are those of the author of the materials and not the CE provider. Completing one or more continuing education courses does not provide sufficient information to qualify the participant as an expert in the field related to the course topic or in any specific technique or procedure. The instructional materials are intended to supplement, but are not a substitute for, the knowledge, expertise, skill and judgment of a trained health care professional.

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.

State CE Requirements:
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Refund Policy
There are no refunds for Online CE courses. Please contact technical support if you run into technical difficulty.

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