24th Annual Meeting lecturES
Interdisciplinary management of compromised teeth
Course By:- Dr. Frank Spear
Course Description:-
On a regular basis in practice, clinicians are faced with patient presentations that go beyond the simple decision of, does a tooth need a restoration or not? Those more difficult decisions often involve the decision to retain and restore a questionable tooth or teeth, or extract and place an implant. This presentation will focus on the potential advantages long term of retaining and restoring, especially in young patients. Long term clinical examples and literature support will be presented for the different clinical presentations shown.
Learning Objectives:
The attendees will learn
- An algorythm of key questions to ask when deciding whether to retain and restore vs remove and replace.
- What the literature states the long-term success rates are for different conditions that appear questionable or hopeless.
- How the age of the patient impacts the treatment decision of whether to retain and restore vs remove and replace, the concept of “Management vs Cure”.
- The importance of looking forward to, “What is next”, and how that can impact the choice of what to do now.
Clarity in Endodontics: Treating What You Can See - The Value of 3D!
Course By:- Judy McIntyre, DMD
Course Description:-
During this course, Dr. McIntyre will discuss radiology, an essential component of thediagnostic puzzle in endodontics. 2D radiographs have been helpful to aid in diagnosis andplanning. However, teeth, like the human body, are 3 dimensional, and limitations with 2D radiology exist. Ultimately, the use of 3D imaging/CBCT in endodontics is about avoidingsurprises, assessing prognosis, and having the information to treatment plan cases
most effectively for long-term restorative success. Studies have shown that endodontists change their treatment plan approximately 60% of the time when using 3D imaging vs. 2D imaging. A review showing how 3D imaging in employed in my practice will be reviewed with cases related to endodontics and restorative-diagnostic conundrums. Some examples of CBCT’s use in endodontics are identifying significant splits/branches on canals that don’t show on 2D; assessing the number, shape, and location of canals (commonly lower anteriors, premolars, and molars); locating and planning access to calcified/missed canals, angled/rotated teeth, crowned teeth or difficult anatomy; and more accurately measuring for location to a canal (depth, distance from other canals or structures, etc.). Additionally, CBCT can help to minimize incomplete endos (CDT D3332) -entering and finding a crack/perforation. 3D imaging also provides another diagnostic modality for more challenging patients (gaggers, special needs, etc.) and is a vehicle that can provide better patient communication reviewing the scan with the asymptomatic patient.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to convey the importance of CBCT to patients.
- Understand how to review and analyze limited field of view 3D scans for endodontic applications, and in the assessment of endodontic case complexity.
- Appreciate treatment planning changes upon interpretation of 3D scans.
Diagnosis and Biomimetic Restoration of Cracked Teeth
Course By:- Andras Forster, DMD, PhD
Course Description:-
Managing cracked teeth is undoubtedly one of the most challenging situations we can face in Dentistry. We often search to treat caries but if the restoration fails to restore the biomechanical integrity of the original tooth, we most likely will face much bigger and more detrimental consequences in cracks and fractures. To be able to confidently treat cracks, I will elaborate the biomechanics and histology of the natural tooth and explain the concepts of the BioRim and BioDome. After understanding these concepts one can mechanically analyse a restored tooth or a cavity and understand how to diagnose and treat each type of crack in an efficient way.
Learning Objectives:
- Learn about the histology and biomechanics of the natural tooth, including the BioRim and BioDome and the methods by which enamel, dentin and the DEC prevent crack propagation in nature.
- Understand how to carry out mechanical analysis to assess for structural compromise, in relation to the underlying mechanics of the natural tooth.
- Learn how to accurately diagnose cracks – including diagnostic methods and differentiation of crack types.
- Understand how to successfully treat cracks using Biomimetic principles – including crack dissection of vertical and horizontal cracks with pulpal and non-pulpal involvement and the Biomimetic restoration of cracked teeth.
Reaching Deep Defects: The Role of Microscopy in Margin Elevation
Course By:- Massoud Hassanzadeh, DDS
Course Description:-
This presentation explores the critical role of microscopy in adhesive dentistry, focusing on techniques for achieving precise deep margin elevation and biomimetic restorations in challenging defects.
Learning Objectives:
- The Concept of Deep Margin Elevation (DME): Identifying the principles, indications, and contraindications to ensure proper case selection and successful outcomes.
- Achieve an Absolute Seal to Prevent Secondary Caries: Mastering microscope-enhanced adhesive techniques for creating precise marginal seals, reducing microleakage and caries risk.
- Highlight the Importance of Magnification: Using the microscope to improve visualization and precision in managing deep defects, enhancing treatment quality and success
Mastering the Microscope: Practical Lessons and Transformative Techniques to Elevate Your Practice
Course By:- Rashad Riman, DDS
Course Description:-
The dental microscope is not just a tool—it’s a transformative instrument that can redefine your practice, improve precision, and enhance patient care. Dr. Rashad Riman, one of the first dentists to openly advocate for the use of the dental microscope in all aspects of dentistry, shares insights from thousands of hours of documented restorative and surgical treatments. He is leading a movement to make the dental microscope an essential tool, not only for endodontic practices but for every dental practice committed to excellence. In this lecture, Dr. Riman will offer real-world guidance and practical strategies to integrate the dental microscope into your daily workflow, turning it into a cornerstone of clinical excellence and practice growth. Learn how to avoid common pitfalls, leverage the microscope to set yourself apart, and enhance your reputation for precision and patient-centered care.
Learning Objectives:
You’ll gain valuable insights into:
- How to start with the dental microscope and progressively expand its use across a variety of procedures.
- Strategies to avoid common mistakes and turn challenges into opportunities for growth and mastery.
- Practical demonstrations of microscope applications in restorative, cosmetic, and surgical treatments.
- Techniques to differentiate your practice and establish your brand as synonymous with precision and excellence.
- The role of the microscope in elevating standards across the profession and making it an indispensable tool in modern dentistry.
Whether you’re new to dental microscopy or looking to refine your approach, this lecture will provide actionable advice to help you harness the full potential of this technology. Join Dr. Riman as he shares his experiences and vision for a future where the dental microscope becomes a standard in all areas of dentistry, transforming practices and patient outcomes alike.
Microscope and Endodontic Retreatment: The Perfect Match
Course By:- Mario Zuolo, DDS, MSc, PhD
Course Description:-
This presentation will focus on advanced endodontic retreatment techniques with the integration of the clinical microscope. Protocols of retreatment will be described using routine and complex cases. Clinical cases will demonstrate how magnification and illumination can significantly improve precision and efficiency in retreatment scenarios. Also, clinical outcomes and the limitations of the procedures will be discussed.
Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate the role of magnification and illumination with a clinical microscope in enhancing procedural precision during endodontic retreatment.
- Illustrate the management of routine and complex endodontic retreatment cases using
clinical examples. - Analyze outcomes and limitations of the proposed protocols of retreatment.
Minimally Invasive Periodontics
Course By:- Dr. Eason Chen
Course Description:-
- Revisit periodontitis – quick guide for new classification
- Non-surgical periodontal therapy under microscope – the potential regenerative possibility by nature.
- Minimal invasive periodontal surgery – how, when and why
- The power of surgical microscope in periodontal therapy
Learning Objectives:
- Better understand classification system.
- In this lecture you will learn how to pair a surgical microscope with periodontal therapy.
- Learn more about biological regeneration in dentistry.
Aesthetic Dentistry and Cosmetic Surgery…. a Team Algorithm
Course By:- Dr. Laurence R. Rifkin
Course Description:-
- In today’s world there is a greater demand by our patients for smile improvement but not limited to just the smile. They’re interested in facial beauty. It is incumbent upon we doctors who provide health, function and aesthetics to be knowledgeable of adjunct aesthetic treatments and, services by our medical and dental colleagues.
- Where does cosmetic dentistry and cosmetic surgery start and end? This presentation intends to Impart an algorithm when evaluating our patients facial anatomy and possibilities for both smile and facial aesthetics.
Learning Objectives:
- Review our knowledge of the norm of aesthetic facial proportions
- Review the options of facial beauty enhancements
- Present an algorithm for both aesthetic dentists and cosmetic surgeon making decisions on smile design and facial beautification.
- Promote the effort to establish a Team Medical and Dental approach for the betterment of our patients’ quest for optimal facial beautification and improved self-esteem.
The use of microscope in oral surgery & Implant therapy.
Course By:- Dr. Kiyotaka Shibahara, DDS, PhD
Course Description:-
The speaker has submitted eight papers on oral surgery and implant treatment using operative microscopes to the International Journal of Microdentristry, the official journal of JAMD, by 2024. From these, he will give a presentation on minimally invasive oral surgery and minimally invasive sinus approaches. Using a microscope allows for surgery that is gentle on the hard and soft tissues of the mouth under an enlarged field of vision. He will also explain the tools and positioning techniques required for these treatments.
Learning Objectives:
- The position of extraction of impacted teeth with microscope.
- Minimally invasive Sinuslift by lateral approach.
- Implant placement with microscope & navigation surgery.
- Oral surgeries with microscope & Piezoelectric device.
The “Eight Keys for the Reconstructive Therapy of Peri-Implantitis-Related Intrabony Defects”
Course By:- Robert A. Levine, DDS
Course Description:-
The treatment of peri-implantitis has become a significant aspect of a periodontal surgeon’s practice, and thus we now describe ourselves as “repair-o-dontists.” Dr. Levine will present his eight (8) Keys Checklist which he has successfully utilized since 2011 (Levine, Monje, Saleh, Dias, et al. Compendium 2025). This protocol emphasizes an individualized risk assessment for the implant site to be treated and follows a sequential 8-step checklist. It incorporates laser disinfection and combined therapy approaches (bone grafting and growth factors), building on a similar risk assessment and checklist published in Compendium (2023) as the “7 Keys for Treatment of Periodontal Intrabony Defects” and in Clinical Advances in Periodontology (2024).
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Peri-implant Defect Risk Assessment (PIDRA) to assess the potential level of difficulty, risk and success of treatment. This tool helps educate patients and determine the operator’s required surgical experience, including the possible need for referral.
- Review the essential 8-Keys Checklist and its application in achieving successful long-term treatment of peri-implant intrabony defects, as supported by periodontal and peri-implantitis literature.
- Share clinical surgical cases demonstrating the use of the 8 Keys Checklist approach in action with long-term follow-up.
Platelet Rich Fibrin in Combination with Exosomes in Periodontology and Implant Dentistry Abstract
Course By:- Richard Miron, DDS, PhD, dr. med. dent.
Course Description:-
Exosomes are the smallest subset of extracellular signaling vesicles secreted by most cells in the range of 30–150 nm in diameter. They have gained enormous momentum recently for their ability to be utilized as diagnostic tools as well as for a vast array of therapeutic applications. More than 5,000 publications are currently being published yearly on the topic, and this number is only expected to dramatically increase as novel therapeutic strategies continue to be investigated. This session focuses on the understanding of exosomes including their cell origin, biogenesis, function, and characterization. Thereafter, an overview of their application in regenerative dentistry and medicine is presented, including its use as an adjunct to PRF therapy. In total, 113 research articles examined the use of exosomes for regenerative dental purposes.
Learning Objectives:
- Learn what exosomes are.
- Explore the potential of exosomes in regenerative dentistry.
- Gain an introduction into the 5000 publications per year in this space.
Preventing and Managing Technical & Biologic Complications in Implant Dentistry: Evidence-Based Strategies for Success
Course By:- Homa H. Zadeh, DDS, PhD
Course Description:-
Implant dentistry is highly predictable, yet technical and biologic complications can compromise both esthetic and functional outcomes. Understanding the etiology of peri-implant complications for single and full-arch implant cases–including surgical positioning, patientrelated factors, and prosthetic considerations–is essential for prevention and effective management. This lecture will provide a comprehensive, evidence-based review of complications in both single and full-arch implant cases, highlighting key risk factors, diagnostic strategies, and treatment solutions. Participants will be provided with strategies to integrate digital workflows to enhance predictability and reduce risks. Clinical case presentations will illustrate key principles and provide actionable guidelines for improving long-term implant success.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify the key risk factors contributing to peri-implant complications and their impact on long-term success.
- Implement evidence-based protocols for preventing and managing biologic and technical implant complications.
- Integrate digital workflows to enhance diagnosis, treatment planning, and complication management in implant dentistry
CONTEMPORARY MONOLITHIC CERAMICS AND THE DIGITAL DENTAL TEAM: The Evolution of Ceramic Technologies With The Human Touch
Course By:- Edward A. Mclaren, DDS, MDC
Course Description:-
This lecture will cover the current evolution of esthetic monolithic ceramic materials highlighting their material and esthetic properties. This lecture introduces a concept called the “DIGITAL DENTAL TEAM” DDT for short. The concept DDT incorporates digital processes in the esthetic anterior workflow with all the clinical steps from case design, preparation techniques, and current adhesive materials and techniques, but with an analog “final touch” to the restorations to create an ideal individualistic customization of the surface textures and surface color. The “team” consists of digital scanning technology, digital printing, the dentist, the highest evolution of machinable monolithic materials, and an and a highly qualified technician who can apply the final artistic touch to make a believable restoration. I will touch on how I do final touch comprising of texture, colorize, glaze and polish to create a perception of a 3-d layered result.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the lecture, each participant will understand:
- Understand case set up and planning using the digital dental team workflow.
- Understand preparation guidelines for Cad-Cam specific preparations.
- Understand current adhesive materials and techniques.
- Review and benefits of Chairside scanner with the application of materials and techniques used for ideal image capture.
- Review of the evolution of ceramic materials for high end esthetic tecniques.
- Know the best materials for various clinical situations.
- Understand best Print & Machine technology.
- Understand current adhesive materials and techniques.
- Time permitting: Custom finishing techniques I call “THE FINAL TOUCH”
- How I create natural surface texture
- How I create optimum surface luster
Peri-implantitis: Prevention, Maintenance, and Evidence-Based Dental Treatment
Course By:- George Kotsakis DDS, MS Susan Wingrove, RDH, BS
JOINT PROGRAM
Course Description:-
Peri-implantitis has been receiving attention following recent studies that showed that it is highly prevalent and difficult to manage. Preventing peri-implant complications by providing professional in-office assessment, maintenance, and home-care recommendationsis vital. This lecture will provide the latest evidence -based implant maintenance protocols and information on peri-implant diseases with emphasis on the role that titanium particle release has in destructive bone inflammation around implants. Strategies for prevention and mitigation will be presented through clinical cases.
Learning Objectives:
- Be able to perform in-office professional implant maintenance and identify home-care strategies for more predictable outcomes – peri-implantitis prevention.
- Understand the interactions between biological peri-implant environment, oral bacteria and biomaterial that lead to titanium release.
- How to mitigate peri-implantitis without releasing titanium particles.
Exploring the Potential of the Laterally Closed Tunnel Technique in the Treatment of Gingival Recession
Course By:- Makoto Ono, DDS
Course Description:-
The tunnel technique is a widely used procedure for root coverage, providing excellent blood supply to connective tissue grafts and achieving esthetic results. However, in cases of deep gingival recession, creating a tension-free tunnel and achieving coronal advancement can be difficult. To address these challenges, Sculean and Allen introduced the laterally closed tunnel technique in 2018, which reduces recession depth through horizontal suturing. This presentation highlights modified applications of the laterally closed tunnel technique, demonstrating its effectiveness in improving outcomes for deep gingival recessions.
Learning Objectives:
- Understanding the characteristics of laterally closed tunnel technique(LCT).
- Tips on using LCT to achieve aesthetic results.
- Limitations of treatment using LCT.
Craniofacial Changes & Aging: Implications for Oral Rehabilitation with Implant Treatment
Course By:- Fereidoun Daftary, DDS, MSD
Course Description:-
For decades, dental implants have been the gold standard for rehabilitating partially edentulous adult patients. It was traditionally believed that adult craniofacial structures were stable post-growth, allowing implant restorations to function within a static system. However, emerging evidence reveals that subtle yet significant craniofacial changes continue throughout adulthood, impacting occlusion, esthetics, and peri-implant health. This lecture will explore the effects of adult craniofacial growth on implant-supported restorations, shedding light on how these ongoing changes can lead to esthetic discrepancies, occlusal alterations, open contacts due to tooth migration, and potential periodontal complications. Participants will gain insights into risk assessment strategies, innovative treatment planning approaches, and corrective solutions for existing implant cases affected by late-stage craniofacial changes. Additionally, the course will introduce pre- and post-treatment checklists and a proposed classification system to enhance clinical decision-making and standardize future case reporting.
Learning Objectives:
- Recognize the Impact of Adult Craniofacial Growth – Understand how continuous craniofacial changes can influence implant-supported restorations and lead to long-term functional and esthetic challenges.
- Develop Risk Assessment & Treatment Strategies – Learn to implement risk assessment algorithms and proactive treatment planning techniques to mitigate potential complications related to late craniofacial growth.
- Apply Corrective & Preventive Measures – Explore innovative solutions for managing existing cases affected by post-restorative changes and adopt strategies to optimize long-term outcomes in future implant treatments.
The Value of a Tooth for Alveolar Ridge Management
Course By:- Jim Janakievski, DDS, MSD
Course Description:-
The value of a compromised tooth to maintain the supporting bone and gingival tissues will be examined in the context of dental trauma. In both our adult and growing patients, dental trauma can result in tooth loss, a compromised periodontium and bone atrophy. The presentation will discuss protocols for tooth replantation, ridge maintenance, ankylosed teeth, and bone stabilization with tooth autotransplantation aimed at providing natural functional teeth and delaying dental implant placement.
Learning Objectives:
- The value of a tooth for alveolar ridge management.
- Strategies for the treatment of traumatized teeth in the adult and growing patient.
- The benefits of delaying dental implant tooth replacement.
Minimally Invasive Periodontal Therapy: Patient- Centered Practice Satisfaction with the Periodontal Endoscope
Course By:- Eduardo R. Lorenzana, DDS, MS
Course Description:-
Periodontal therapy has traditionally revolved around scaling and root planing followed by surgical access when non-surgical treatment proved to be insufficient. Over the years, practitioners have sought new approaches in order to offer patients minimally invasive treatment options. This presentation details how periodontal endoscopy enables clinicians to provide extended subgingival treatment in a closed sulcus for improved treatment outcomes of periodontally diseased patients. As a result, clinicians can experience improved patient-centered benefits and satisfaction in their practices.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this program the participant will be able to:
- Discuss why the “Gold Standard” of any periodontal therapy is still based on the complete disruption and removal of subgingival calculus
- Understand how visualization of the root surface is critical to the delivery of effective treatment and how periodontal endoscopy can extend the effectiveness of closed intrasulcular treatment approaches.
- Implement periodontal endoscopy to maximize patient satisfaction, increase patient referrals, and maximize practice efficiency.
Biologic Innovations in Sinus Surgery: Amnion Chorion for Schneiderian Membrane Perforation Repair
Course By:- Thaer Alqadoumi, DDS, MS
Course Description:-
Sinus membrane perforation has been discussed in the literature and some techniques were proposed for managing this complication, Over the past decade, there has been much intrigue and interest regarding the use of dehydrated human de-epithelialized amnion-chorion membranes (ddACM) for various periodontal and oral surgical procedures. The unique biological properties of ddACM are what differentiate this biomaterial from others in its peer group. This lecture will discuss how ddACM can be used for Schneiderian membrane repair. The use of ddACM will be highlighted in a variety of cases utilizing proven and novel techniques.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify reasons for sinus membrane perforation.
- Review techniques for managing sinus perforation.
- Review a Novel approach for managing sinus membrane perforation.
Practical Plastics for a Regenerative Tomorrow: Make Alloplasts Great Again
Course By:- Ali Sajadi, DDS, MSD, FACD, FICD
Course Description:-
The role of any osseoconductive material in alveolar regeneration is to facilitate the formation of a stable repair of boney defects. Alloplasts have long been left in the rear-view mirror in the United States with the widespread availability of human and animal cadaveric tissue banks. Most surgeons chose to leave their use due to the inability of obtaining true bone formation. Carbonate Apatite has shown in studies that regeneration with alloplastic materials is possible and effective.
Learning Objectives:
- Overview of Alloplastic Materials in Dentoalveolar Surgery and their benefits.
- Understand the normal pathway of dentoalveolar healing and how Carbonate Apatite can become native bone.
- What Cytrans Granules mean to your clinical results.
A Modern Perspective on Managing Peri-Implant Complications and Peri-Implant Diseases
Course By:- Paul P. Chang, DDS, MS
Course Description:-
Dental implants are a widely accepted solution for replacing missing teeth due to their high success rate in achieving osseointegration. However, with the increased number of implants being placed, there has been a significant rise in complications such as screw loosening, implant fracture, gum recession, and bone loss. These complications can occur at any stage of the treatment process. This presentation by Dr. Chang will explore how proper treatment planning, surgical techniques, and precise restoration fitting can help prevent these complications and the development of peri implantitis. Through a series of clinical cases, Dr. Chang will guide clinicians through both non-surgical and surgical peri implantitis treatment concepts. Key discussion points will include the importance of a multi-disciplinary approach in managing and preventing implant complications, the rationale for soft-tissue regeneration in conjunction with surgical peri-implantitis treatment, and prognostic factors associated with treatment outcomes.
Learning Objectives:
- Recognize the causes of peri-implant diseases related to restorative and surgical factors.
- Learn the importance of a collaborative approach in managing and preventing implant complications.
- Gain knowledge of various protocols for implant repair, both surgical and non-surgical.
- Recognize the critical role of soft-tissue phenotype around implants.
- Develop strategies for handling implants deemed hopeless due to complications.
- Implement effective maintenance protocols for both single implants and full arch implant restorations.
This presentation will provide valuable insights and practical approaches to effectively manage and prevent complications associated with dental implants.
Strategies to Enhance the Predictability of Alveolar Ridge Augmentation
Course By:- Dr. Yasuko Nemoto, DDS
Course Description:-
Ridge augmentation has many clinical advantages in dental implant treatment, such as implant scope expansion, improvement of cleanability and aesthetic results. Out of the few methods to perform ridge augmentation, guided bone regeneration (GBR) is relatively simple and minimally invasive for the patient and is thus recommended. However, in the case of complications such as exposure, the expected bone formation may not be obtained and should be evaded. In this course, methods to achieve ridge augmentation with high predictability, and tips for tissue management will be presented.
Learning Objectives:
- Comprehend the mechanism of bone reformation based on the tissue engineering system.
- Understand the properties and choose appropriately from the many bone graft materials, membranes, and growth factors for correct application for ridge augmentation.
- With tissue management, achieve good treatment results without complications.
Metabolic Dysfunction and Periodontal Disease
Course By:- Dr. Lauralee Nygaard, DDS, MS
Course Description:-
Poor metabolic health can cause irreversible damage to the periodontium. Dental Teams trained to identify oral signs of metabolic disease can offer the opportunity to partner with their patients to help them achieve optimal oral and wholebody health. Dental providers who identify oral signs of metabolic dysfunction can inform, educate and develop ideal dental health treatment plans that reduce risk for tooth loss and support patient’s overall health and longevity.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this session, attendees should be able to:
- What is metabolic dysfunction?
- Why Metabolic Dysfunction matters to the dental team.
- Identify oral and systemic signs and symptoms of metabolic disease.
- Identify what dental teams can do to help their patients achieve optimal oral, systemic and metabolic health.
Peri-implantitis: Prevention, Maintenance, and Evidence-Based Dental Treatment
Course By:- W. Peter Nordland DMD, MS, FISPPS,
David Clark, DDS, Jean C. Wu, DDS,
& Cherilyn D. Sheets, DDS
JOINT PROGRAM
Learning Objectives:
- To determine the best course of treatment when a patient presents with lost interdental papillae.
- To understand the options available for deciding the best course of treatment in complex multidisciplinary care.
- To learn from the pioneers in each respective discipline.
"Decoding the Anterior Enigma: A Magnified Hacker’s Playbook"
Course By:- Irene Marron-Tarrazzi
Course Description:-
Soft tissue management in the anterior zone requires unparalleled precision to achieve both aesthetic excellence and long-term stability. The use of magnification in periodontics has enhanced precision, allowing for more predictable and refined outcomes in soft tissue augmentation, flap management, and wound closure. This lecture will explore microscope-enhanced microsurgical techniques, providing a high-definition perspective on achieving superior results. Through detailed clinical case analysis, step-by-step surgical protocols, and real-time magnified visuals, attendees will gain a hacker’s mindset to solve complex periodontal and peri implant soft tissue challenges with enhanced accuracy, predictability, and aesthetic outcomes.
Learning Objectives:
- Enhance Precision Through Magnification – Discuss the importance of microsurgical techniques in periodontal and implant surgery, emphasizing how magnification improves accuracy, tissue handling, and surgical outcomes.
- Think Like a Hacker—Refine Clinical Problem-Solving for Predictable Success – Develop a systematic, detail oriented approach to overcoming soft tissue challenges, recognizing key factors such as tissue biotype, vascularization, and healing dynamics to enhance precision, predictability, and long term aesthetic outcomes.
- Explore Periodontal Microsurgical Principles Across Different Techniques – Learn how to apply microsurgical approaches in soft tissue augmentation, flap management, and wound closure to optimize both periodontal and implant related procedures.
Seeing the trees and the forest - Comprehensive dental clinical practice using a microscope
Course By:- Sadaki Sakamoto
Course Description:-
There is a saying that goes “you can’t see the forest for the trees.” It is very important to treat a single tooth precisely and accurately using a microscope. In addition, it is important to restore what has deteriorated as a whole mouth, not just individual teeth. In this presentation, we will introduce a case where an entire face was restored by using a microscope to look at the details.
Learning Objectives:
How to better use the dental microscope.
Learn to look beyond individual teeth and focus on the whole mouth.
HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS Courses
Exosomes, PRF, and the Future of Regenerative Medicine/Dentistry
saturday, sept 13th • hands-on workshop • 8am-5pm
Course By:- Richard Miron, DDS, PhD, dr. med. dent.
Course Description:-
Recently, major advancements were made in platelet rich fibrin therapy highlighted by the ability to extend the resorption properties from the standard fast-resorbing 2-3 week membranes towards an extended membrane that lasts 4-6 months. This talk will first focus on these recent advancements recently published in the Journal Periodontology 2000. Clinical indications and case series studies will be presented on various opportunities whereby collagen membranes can be entirely replaced by these autologous sources. Thereafter, their use as an all-natural facial filler (the BioFiller) will be discussed as replacement options to standard chemical fillers such as Restylane and Juvéderm. Lastly, exosomes, the smallest subset of extracellular signaling vesicles, have gained enormous momentum recently for their ability to be utilized as diagnostic tools as well as for a vast array of therapeutic applications. Over 5’000 publications are currently being published yearly on this topic and this number is only expected to dramatically increase as novel therapeutic strategies continue to be investigated. This talk will finish by focusing on the understanding of exosomes including their cell origin, biogenesis, function and characterization. Thereafter, an overview of their application in regenerative dentistry and medicine will be presented including their use as an adjunct to PRF therapy. In total, 113 research articles have thus far examined the use of exosomes for regenerative dental purposes. Therapeutic exosomes are most commonly derived from dental pulps, periodontal ligament cells, gingival fibroblasts, stem cells from exfoliated deciduous teeth, and apical papilla and have all been shown to facilitate the regeneration of a number of tissues, including bone, cementum, periodontal ligament, nerves, and temporomandibular joint disorders.
Learning Objectives:
- Update on Bio-Heat technology and the ability to extend the working properties of PRF from 2-3 weeks to 4-6 months.
- Use of the extended-PRF membranes in implant dentistry and periodontology as a replacement to collagen membranes.
- Use of ‘BioFillers’ in facial esthetics and the opportunities for the dentist.
- Understanding of exosome and their therapeutic benefits in regenerative periodontology.
For Member: $895 | For Non-Member: $995
Advanced Dental Ergonomics with Ergonomic Loupes
Workflow, Posture, Positioning and Wellness in Dentistry in the Use of Ergonomic Loupes
saturday, sept 13th • hands-on workshop • 2pm-5pm
Course By:- Juan Carlos Ortiz Hugues, DDS, FAMED, CEAS
Course Description:-
Many companies have begun to market loupes that are more ergonomically friendly for dental professionals. However, training has been minimal at best. AMED is the world educational leader in High Magnification Dentistry. This course is the only course that will teach you the effective and beneficial ways to use these new loupes. Naked eye dentistry should be a thing of the past, the high rate of musculoskeletal disorders of 60-80% for dentists and 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.
Learning Objectives:
- Incorporate knowledge of the biomechanics of the human body and the neutral sitting posture.
- Adapt the use of technology according to the individual anthropometrics of each operator.
- Use magnifying glasses with a systematic positioning system.
- Use the magnifying glasses fluently minimizing the learning curve.
- Adapt four-handed dentistry to work efficiently with the assistant.
- Understand the use of the ergonomic stool and its synergy with magnifying glasses.
- Incorporate organizational office strategies that minimize mental fatigue
PART 1. Biomechanics of the human body, the ergonomic stool, posture
PART 2. Systematic positioning
PART 3. Ergo loupes feature and user guidelines
PART 4. Four-handed dentistry. The role of the dental assistant
Price: $199
Dental Microscope User Guidelines Course
The Postural, Positioning and Ergonomics Applied Systematic Approach to the Effective and Proper Use of the Dental Microscope
sunday, sept 14th • hands-on workshop • 8am-12pm
Course By:- Juan Carlos Ortiz Hugues, DDS, FAMED, CEAS
Course Description:-
ALL MODULES BELOW INCLUDE A LECTURE AND DEMONSTRATION
PART 1. UNDERSTANDING BIOMECHANICS:
- Neutral Seated Posture
- Adjusting The Operator Stool
PART 2. POSITIONING THE PATIENT IN THE CHAIR:
- Patient Horizontal Position
- Verbal Cues
- Frequent Mistakes
PART 3. THE ASSISTANT’S ROLE:
- Assistant Positioning
- Delivery Systems-Horizontal Reaching
PART 4. MICROSCOPE ADJUSTING AND SETTING:
- Positioning The Microscope (Operator Clock Position)
- Frequent Mistakes During Microscope Adjustment And Position Mirror Techique
- Laws Of Ergonomic Movements
- Parfocussing The Microscope
- Items In The Microscope That Provide Ergonomics
WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE?
- Doctors and hygienists who want to eliminate neck and back pain from their daily practice without losing productivity.
- New, experienced and/or potential microscope users, including general dentists and specialists who want to learn how to use the scope.
- Doctors who want to pass the AMED Certification exam.