Our Courses

Functional and aesthetic replacement of dentition has long been a challenge. Dental implants have been very successful in that regard and titanium continues to be the material of choice in dental implantology. However, after more than five decades of success, there is convincing scientific and clinical evidence that titanium and its alloys are not as stable and inert in the oral environment as they were once believed to be.

After Overcoming early manufacturing challenges, design flaws and ceramic materials physical limitations, load bearing bioceramics have made significant strides and inroads in dental implantology. These ceramics are made from zirconia composites (ATZ, ZTA etc.) which have been commercially available and in clinical use for the last twenty years. They are highly biocompatible, hypoallergenic, non-toxic, and corrosion-free alternative to titanium and titanium alloys.

This presentation will cover zirconia as an implantable bioceramic material, the rationale, indications, and benefits of metal free teeth replacement. Clinical cases completed over a decade with different commercially available zirconia dental implants systems and prosthetics solutions will be presented.

Objectives:
-Understand zirconia as a bioceramic material.
-Understand and appreciate zirconia’s behavior in bone and the oral environment.
-The difference between biotolerance and biocompatibility.
-Understand the role of implant materials in peri-implant health.
-Understand the limitations of ceramic implants.

It’s a fact: perfect endodontic treatment can sometimes be unsuccessful. Unfortunately, the lack of healing can often be attributed to an inadequate preliminary diagnosis or an improper prognosis assessment. Dr. Berman will systematically review the many variables that should be taken into consideration before the bur ever hits the tooth, including endodontic case assessment, periodontal concerns, tooth restorability, and the detection and prediction of the presence of root fractures. After this presentation, you will never look at pending endodontic treatment the same way again.

At the conclusion of this course, participants should be able to:
• Describe the variables that exist prior to endodontic treatment which may contribute to non-healing.
• Understand the variables that may be present, which may decrease the prognosis for a tooth requiring endodontic treatment.
• Discuss the reasons for the lack of endodontic healing based on an improper prognosis assessment.
• Describe the subjective and objective findings of root fractures as they may relate to the tooth and associated periodontal structures.

There is a myriad of dental cements and resins to choose from in the dental market. We may have been taught to use a certain cement in dental school or residency, but have you taken the time to understand the rationale behind why that cement is chosen? This presentation will dive into the different classifications of cements, their indications and contraindications based upon biomaterial choice and when bonding vs cementing is indicated. Advancements of temporary cements will also be discussed along with case examples showing different indications.

Join us for an enlightening webinar designed to elevate your skills in aesthetic dentistry. Led by Dr. Kathy Frazar, this comprehensive course delves into the intricate details of achieving the perfect smile. From assessing gingival architecture for symmetry to understanding the critical role of the lip line in case planning, participants will gain invaluable insights into mastering aesthetic dental procedures.

Learning Objectives
1. Learn to look at gingival architecture to give a more symmetrical smile.
2. Learn how the lip line impacts case planning
3. Learn how to manage teeth that are crooked, rotated and undersized
4. Learn what photos are useful to present a case to patient, to use in marketing and for a website
5. Learn how to prep to temp in a predictable amount of time by following my 10 hacks

Optimal suction in the dental operatory enhances performance and productivity, minimizes downtime, and improves air quality for dental personnel and patients. In this webinar, attendees will learn product and sizing selection considerations, and basic equipment maintenance from the HVE tip to the central vacuum to improve air quality for themselves, dental team members, and their patients.

Learning Objectives:
1. Discuss the role of HVE and central vacuum in the dental setting.
2. Identify criteria for optimal suction for dental procedures.
3. Describe common maintenance protocol for the dental team to enhance optimal
performance of their suction system.

The simple messaging of clean, shape, and obturate has dominated the teaching of endodontic technique for decades. Well, if it was that easy, wouldn’t we all be doing it? If we take a moment and truly reflect on all of the aspects of basic endodontic technique (from access to obturation), there are well over 50 steps! This webinar will showcase an actual clinical treatment case from Dr. Nudera’s private practice. Listen in as he describes the details of his treatment approach and the steps he took in order to managed the case from start to finish.

Upon completion of the this webinar, the clinician should have a better understanding of:
1. Basic concepts and principles that govern all of endodontic technique,
2. Strategic endodontic treatment planning, and
3. Root canal treatment sequencing.

Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner looking to refine your skills or a budding professional eager to enhance your endodontic knowledge, this presentation is for you. Don’t miss the opportunity to gain valuable insights and take your endodontic technique to the next level.

Designing and building a new dental office is exciting, but it can be overwhelming. Juggling the demands of your current office, dental team and patient care, along with color palates, new equipment, and treatment room designs can be stressful. It would be tempting to let someone else take over the details. Should you press the “Easy Button?

After leasing the same office space for 27 years, Dr. AnnMarie Olson took the leap to purchase an office condominium near her referral specialists and created a modern and comforting space for her patients. Dr. Olson will look at her recent experience building a dental office with topics including:

• Creating a Vision: It’s more than paint swatches and counter tops.
• Plan your transition: Are you dragging your old office ideas along, or is the new office a new opportunity?
• Equipment purchases: Comparing buying groups to big name supply companies.
• Hiring a Project Manager: Save your sanity by hiring someone to work with your contractor and coordinate the move.
• Technology is critical: Hire the right team and the right “IT Guy”.

Dental insurance can be one of the most frustrating aspects of working in dentistry. The rules and the process can be onerous and outright unfair.
However, the worst issues with insurance, the ones most commonly cited as major problems are not an issue with the process itself. The main problems lie in how we react or treat the process, which makes it far harder to understand and we get worse results (less reimbursement) due to a lack of understanding.

This session is designed to help you overcome the most common mistakes with dental insurance that are causing a lot of the problems most offices are having.

Are you ready to have an easier time with insurance AND to get better results?

Objectives:
Understand the Common Failures with the Insurance Process
Learn What to Avoid
Increase Efficiency and Results

Making Smiles: The Underlying Cause of Happiness is a groundbreaking continuing education course that seeks to revolutionize the dental visit into a holistic health & wellness experience.

This course aims to inspire a movement where patients eagerly seek dental visits not just for oral health but for overall well-being and happiness.

We explore how dentists can evolve beyond traditional roles, becoming health and wellness advocates and life coaches.

Through this course, participants will learn to create a dental experience that encompasses mind-body wellness, emotional health, and lifestyle coaching, transforming their practice into a sought-after destination for holistic health.

By integrating the latest in holistic dental practices with strategies for patient engagement and empowerment, this course will equip dentists to lead this exciting new wave in healthcare.

Learning Objectives:
-Understand how to transform the traditional dental visit into a health & wellness wellness experience, creating an environment where patients are eager to engage in more regular visits.
-Learn how to expand the dentist’s role to include aspects of a health and wellness advocate. Learn about innovative services you can offer that focus on happiness outcomes.
-Gain insights into innovative new services beyond dentsitry you can offer to promote a new view of dentistry and create new opportunities to grow your revenue. -Services that focus on well-being, including mental health, sleep, nutrition and supplementation.
-Develop strategies to create a welcoming and transformative experience that addresses the full spectrum of wellness, encouraging patients to view an experience in your clinic as one of overall health, wellness and happiness.
-Understand the dynamics of leading a change in the perception of dentistry, inspiring both colleagues and patients to view dental practices as centers for holistic health and well-being.