Dental implants, while generally reliable, can encounter complications that warrant comprehensive understanding and management. This lecture focuses on addressing Peri-implant soft tissue deficiencies (PSTD), emphasizing the recent advancements in classification systems for this matter and delving into a decision tree approach. Participants will also gain insights into strategically managing diverse implant complications, empowering them to make informed clinical decisions. Furthermore, the lecture underscores the critical role of both soft and hard tissues in the context of PSTD treatment, shedding light on their interconnected influence on treatment outcomes.
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Following tooth extraction, the alveolar process undergoes significant dimensional changes, impacting the success of implant-supported rehabilitations. Ridge preservation procedures for immediate or late implant placement have been proposed to counteract and minimize these alterations. This lecture will provide the latest evidence-based information on ridge preservation with immediate implant placement, with an emphasis on anatomical landmarks for precise treatment planning. Different anatomical scenarios and their corresponding management approaches will be discussed through clinical cases.
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Most patients want to preserve or enhance their health and physical well-being in as natural a state as possible. This presentation will show how collaboration between the periodontist and the biomimetic dentist can achieve this goal.
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Bacteria have co-evolved with humans, adapting not only to genotypic idiosyncrasies, but also to behavioral and lifestyle changes. Together, the human and the microbiome we host form a ‘holobiont’, with these organisms playing a vital role in maintaining our physiology and health. Moreover, these dynamic communities form ecosystems within various niches in the human body, and by virtue of\ this lifestyle, are extremely responsive to shifts in the local environment. Thus, the microbiome acts as a ‘canary in the coal mine’. As a clinician and a microbial ecologist, my research focuses on harnessing the capabilities of the microbiome to promote health and to act as prognosticators of impending disease states as well as biomarkers of disease activity. For over two decades, our research group has explored the factors that shape this microbiome, with a view to identifying common microbial targets for therapeutic intervention as well as idiosyncratic features within this system.
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Keeping up to date with the current literate is a challenge for all practitioners. The goal of this lecture is to provide attendees with a succinct summary of the most important articles published last year related to the following subject areas:
Condylar resorption is an insidious process in which volume loss within the condyles develops oftentimes idiopathically. The attendant facial deformity can be quite severe, resulting in a clockwise rotational movement of the maxillomandibular complex and compromising facial esthetics, the occlusion, and airway.
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Regenerative periodontal surgery offers patients the opportunity to improve and maintain their natural dentition. Achieving success in regenerative therapy requires a comprehensive and patient-centered approach. Key elements of regenerative therapy will be reviewed, including site-selection, surgical techniques and materials-selection, long-term outcomes and maintenance.
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Ridge Preservation with the use of membrane and bone graft is a predictable approach to Attenuate Alveolar Ridge Resorption after tooth extraction. Using the d-PTFE membrane as an open occlusive barrier, preventing down-growth of epithelium, regenerating bone formation can be achieved. No requirement of Mucogingival junction translocation or soft tissue grafting is needed during implant placement.
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In this presentation I will discuss the rationale for adhesively retained partial coverage restorations vs crowns. I will explain the importance of using proper armamentaria, guidelines and techniques for preparations, and tips and tricks on Rubber dam dentistry. Concepts such as selective caries/crack removal, Immediate dentin sealing, Resin coating, Deep margin elevation, Short fiber reinforced composites, Ribbond, and tips to improve bonding to various substrates will be covered.
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Is it inevitable? Will we find a way to offer definitive care for our patients and ourselves? We think so. From biocompatibility to robotics, this course will be an overview of modern technological advancements in dental practice. How do AI, AR, VR, relate to the Dental Operating Microscope? You will learn about the many benefits of microscope enhanced dentistry, and how it can be used in concert with other devices like lasers and iPads to help build and maintain trust with patients. Restorative, Diagnostic, and Surgical applications will be discussed with case presentations. Why? With both evidence and anecdotes, a compelling argument will be made for riding the wave of advancing technologies.
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Learning goals include conducting an ongoing review of current literature as it pertains to the influence of tooth structure conservation and outcome. We will discuss current alterations to the traditional treatment philosophy and their impact on dentistry. The lecture presentation concentrates on how to perform endodontics in a predictable, reproducible manner using modern techniques that aim at enhancing the long-term prognosis of the tooth. Included in this lecture will be a thorough discussion concerning access, headways in rotary le design and metallurgy, instrumentation philosophy, and various obturation options.
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Often direct or indirect composite materials are overlooked in trying to solve restorative or esthetic solutions. Our objective needs to be in finding a balance between esthetics, longevity, strength, cost, preserving natural tooth structure and tooth vitality. Despite common beliefs and traditions among dental professionals, composite, restorations can be extremely esthetiic when compared to ceramic crowns or veneers. In our presentation we will demonstrate examples of composite restorations and the careful techniques required in order to achieve consistent desired cosmetic results. Magnification using a surgical microscope is one of those skills needed. We will discuss ideal indications and contradictions or advantages and disadvantages over other materials direct or indirect. These techniques may take some time to develop, but with practice, confidence will ensue and new possibilities will reward both the practitioner and the patient.
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In this lecture the speaker will share his personal experience of over 25 years in using the microscope for 100% of his clinical work. The lecture will discuss the four benefits of using the Dental Operating Microscope in daily general practice for restorative dentistry. The advantages of the microscope for improvements in precision, ergonomics, documentation and communication will be shared with attendees. The lecture will share clinical cases in an evidence based fashion with literature to support these cases from simple direct restorative dentistry through to smile makeovers. Come see how the D.O.M. can be the center of the operatory for a general practice providing quality esthetic and restorative dentistry.
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The use of a dental operating microscope (DOM) can significantly improve the outcome of endodontic treatment. The DOM provides a magnified view of the tooth, allowing clinicians to identify and treat canals that would otherwise be difficult to see with the naked eye. The microscope also helps in finding cracked tooth, and locating and removing separated instruments, preserving more tooth structure. To improve the endodontic outcome using a DOM, it is important to have a thorough understanding of dental anatomy treat anatomical variations that may exist within the tooth, and the application of magnification and ultrasonics
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This presentation will provide original treatment options for bony architecture correction with resective, regenerative and orthodontic tissue remodeling, clearly describe a diagnostic system utilizing cephalometrics and 3D CT imaging, and state the importance of considering the entire dentofacial complex.
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A case report of hard and soft tissue reconstruction of a single-walled severe vertical bone defect complicated by furcation defect in the maxillary first premolar will be presented. First, minimally invasive periodontal tissue regeneration therapy using periodontal microsurgery was performed to reconstruct the hard tissue. As the next step, a combination of surgical interdental papillary reconstruction and orthodontic aligner treatment was performed to improve the soft tissues of the black triangle caused by gingival recession after regenerative therapy. The tooth that was thought to be hopeless at the initial examination was saved by periodontal microsurgery. The esthetic result was also very satisfactory.
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Japanese have a high incidence of C-shaped root. It is about 30% in males and 50% in females. The morphology of root canals is not limited to C-shaped canals. The same is true for maxillary molars. The fusion rate of root canals in Japan is high and the morphology of root canals is complex.
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You will better understand how to use a microscope when treating complex root canals. We will show that CBCT, along with microscope, is useful in the treatment plan.
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Naked eye dentistry should be a thing of the past, the high rate of musculoskeletal disorders of 60-80%, the rate of early retirement from the profession due to limiting injuries or mental fatigue are a reality. Conventional loupes without an appropriate guide to adjust them to the individual dimensions of the user have been a limitation for the professional to acquire healthy work postures within the neutral. Currently there are ergonomic loupes on the market, which have revolutionized the high magnification market. These loupes came to solve the postural problems of many conventional loupes on the market and in turn generate a high optical quality to magnify and see better. Added to this, low-weight LED lighting systems, non-touch on and off, and video camera systems for live documentation bring this technology closer to the broad benefits already known in the dental microscope, but with a lower investment cost, portability and a much flatter, easier and faster learning curve to handle. In this course we will be able to address the proper use of these loupes and apply it in the office with a systematic approach to simplified positioning, starting from the biomechanics of the human body to working with four hands to perform better, without suffering from it.
ALL MODULES BELOW INCLUDE A LECTURE AND DEMONSTRATION
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Part 1. Biomechanics of the human body, the ergonomic stool, posture.
Part 2. Systematic positioning.
Part 3. Ergo loupes features and user guidelines.
Part 4. Four handed dentistry. The role of the dental assistant.
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This course is designed for Microscope dentists including experienced users, new users and those looking to buy a microscope. The goal of this course is to teach the basics of ergonomics and the application in the dental practice. We have seen many experienced dentists are using the microscope less than 20% of the time. Why? Because they do not have the information on ideal ergonomics of the human body and how to properly adjust the microscope in a systematic approach. We will help you minimize the learning curve and you should be able to use the microscope 90-100% of the time. We will teach how to keep the body in the best posture and use the microscope to its full potential.
ALL MODULES BELOW INCLUDE A LECTURE AND DEMONSTRATION
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Part I. Understanding Biomechanics of the human body.
Part 2. Positioning The Patient In The Chair.
Part 3. The Assistant’s Role.
Part 4. Microscope Adjusting And Setting.
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This course is designed for Microscope dentists including experienced users, new users and those looking to buy a microscope. The goal of this course is to teach the basics of ergonomics and the application in the dental practice. We have seen many experienced dentists are using the microscope less than 20% of the time. Why? Because they do not have the information on ideal ergonomics of the human body and how to properly adjust the microscope in a systematic approach. We will help you minimize the learning curve and you should be able to use the microscope 90-100% of the time. We will teach how to keep the body in the best posture and use the microscope to its full potential.
ALL MODULES BELOW INCLUDE A LECTURE AND DEMONSTRATION
Program:
Part I. Understanding Biomechanics of the human body.
Part 2. Positioning The Patient In The Chair.
Part 3. The Assistant’s Role.
Part 4. Microscope Adjusting And Setting.
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In this hands on course attendees will have the opportunity to use the wonderful combination of lasers with the dental operating microscope. Attendees will see how the powerful magnification and illumination that is possible with the microscope when paired with laser technology can provide a win-win for patients and dental practitioners. Soft tissue diodes and all tissue erbium lasers will be provided as well as pig jaws for attendees.
A brief lecture will be followed by a hands on portion where all attendees will use both soft and hard tissue laser.
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Discover a key to boosting patient satisfaction and increase practice growth. Patients’ #1 fear in dentistry consistently is shown to be the anesthesia. This holds true in all dental practices, including specialty clinics. Explore how advancements in local anesthetic delivery are reshaping patient comfort, practitioner efficiency, and practice reputation. From virtually painless injections to enhanced clinical outcomes, this course unveils the power of computer-controlled injection technology across Periodontics, Implants, Hygiene, and beyond. Innovations in digital technology for local anesthetic delivery allows for a more comfortable patient overall experience. Benefiting patients, dentists and hygienists, it is possible to give consistent, virtually painless, palatal and other site injections. This course will review modern periodontal & dental implant clinical cases and how the patient’s experience and perception of outcome, along with their word-of-mouth marketing for your practice, can be greatly improved using computer-controlled injection technology.
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