With self-etching technology emerging as a viable alternative to traditional techniques and the development of new technology to assist clinicians with bulk-fill techniques, it is easy to get confused and fall behind. What materials will you advocate for use in your practice? What has the literature been revealing on materials in current use? Should practitioners change their current techniques? What preparation design will you utilize?
This program will attempt to make sense of all of the products and techniques available in todays market place and will focus on materials and their applications as well as a brief review of some of the literature. Emphasis will be placed on new developments in the composite area as well as outline what developments to watch for in the coming years.
New Materials in Indirect Restorative Dentistry This fast paced, informative session will introduce the participants to several new materials in the arena of indirect restorative dentistry. Tips and techniques for these materials will be discussed during this presentation. Pros and cons of each material will be discussed. This course will cover the latest development in all porcelains, cements, impression materials and CAD/CAM technology and elucidate their influences on the modern practice of dentistry.
He is a fellow of the American Dental Education Associations leadership institute, researcher, as well as a published author in the areas of dental materials, contemporary fixed prosthodontics, esthetic dentistry.
Dr. Geissberger has been awarded fellowship in the International College of Dentists, American College of Dentists, and the Pierre Fauchard Academy. He serves as a consultant for many dental materials companies and helps guide product development.
Dr. Foroud Hakim has balanced private practice and dental education for over 21 years. He has a true passion for restorative dentistry ranging from complex rehabilitation to optimal and conservative single tooth restoration.
He is Vice Chair of the Department of Restorative Dentistry at University of the Pacific and is course director for Occlusion, TMJ & Advanced Restorative Concepts. He is also a director in the Esthetic and Complex Care Clinic at Pacific.
Dr. Hakim has lectured nationally in many venues including seminars, continuums and handson-workshops on topics ranging from technology, esthetic dentistry, occlusion, smile design, CAD/CAM, photography, and adhesive and composite dentistry.
Dr. Hakim has several publications and has authored two chapters in the 2010 text, Esthetic Dentistry in Clinical Practice from Blackwell Publishing. Dr. Hakim earned his DDS in 1991 from Pacific and later went on to complete an MBA. He is a member of OKU dental honor society and past president of the Delta Delta Chapter. He is also a fellow and graduate of the ADEA Leadership Institute class of 2007.
This session will explore how to produce the optimal composite resin restoration in both anterior and posterior teeth. Particular focus will be placed on proper preparation design, adhesive principles, placement techniques and polishing protocols, all designed to produce long-lasting and beautiful techniques. With anterior restorations particular emphasis will be placed on creating perfectly blended restorations that harmoniously achieve esthetic results. For posterior restorations we will focus on conservative techniques and proper bonding protocols that produce predictable results.
During this program practitioners will: Self-etching principles and how they are applied to composite resins. How to reproduce natural tooth characteristics using composite resin. How to improve the appearance and longevity of composite restorations. What is required of materials to be utilized for bulk-fill and how to place them correctly. Proper placement techniques that maximize clinical outcomes and esthetics. How to control post-op sensitivity.
This session will be an intensive day focused on partial ceramic resonations including veneers, inlays and onlays. Preparation techniques will be explored in depth. Additionally, particular focus will be placed on case design, provisional restoration fabrication and proper delivery and bonding techniques. By the end of this session, practitioners should be well versed in partial converge restorations.
During this program practitioners will: Increase their understanding of proper preparation design and placement techniques. Learn how to efficiently make provisional restorations Learn appropriate bonding protocols for veneers and onlays Select appropriate materials based on functional needs and esthetics. Work effectively with laboratory support team to achieve lasting, esthetic results.
The final day of the program will focus on the ceramic crown. In particular, different ceramics will be discussed in length and correct preparation design for each type of ceramic material will be discussed in depth. Lithium Disilicate and Zirconia in both monolithic and layered design will be discussed. Proper adhesive principles will be reviewed and practiced by participants. By the completion of this session, practitioners will have a better understanding of how to navigate the ever-expanding ceramic options in clinical practice.
During this program practitioners will: Gain knowledge of modern ceramic materials and understand limitations and strengths of each type of material. Learn the different preparation criteria for Lithium disilicate, monolithic zirconia and layered zirconia Fine-tune their preparation skills for specific materials and fabrications processes. Practice impression techniques designed to capture flawless impressions the first time they are attempted. Practice Provisional and bonding techniques for ceramic restorations.
7:15 a.m . Registration 7:45 a.m Course Begins 11:45 1:15 p.m Extended Lunch Hour (A chance to visit the exhibitors) 1:15 p.m.. Course resumes 4:00 p.m Exhibits close 5:15 p.m. Course adjourns ** Coffee breaks and lunch will be provided
If you attend the entire 3 day weekend, you will receive 24 hrs AGD Esthetic Participation Credit IDBE pending final approval. 24 additional hours of participation credit may be earned by presenting a clinical homework assignment after the course and presenting in October of 2022. There is an additional fee..
The AGD-Iowa is designated as an Approved PACE Program Provider by the Academy of General Dentistry. The formal continuing education programs of this program provider are accepted by AGD for Fellowship, Mastership and membership maintenance credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial board of dentistry. The current term of approval extends from 1/1/2018 to 12/31/2021. ID# 219301
The advent, evolution, and application of dental implants has been ongoing for many years, perhaps even centuries. The modern dental implant is built on that foundation and now offers a predictable and permanent solution for many patients to replace missing dentition.
This program will follow that evolution and give attendees a broad base of knowledge to apply to their own practice and their own patients. Using the literature as a basis, real world patient case studies will be presented that tie the art to the science and will allow practitioners to apply those same principles into their practices immediately.
Day one will include an introduction to dental implants. What are dental implants, what is oseeointegration and why does it work? Why does it sometimes not work? What patients can have dental implants and which patients should not have dental implants? What are the biological factors that we need to consider? What are the mechanical properties of the implant that we need to consider? How are the biological and mechanical principles critically related to each other for longterm success?
Treatment planning concepts will be discussed that take into account the needs of each individual patient. Pre-implant or pre-prosthetic needs will have to be addressed to include spacing considerations, along with endodontic, orthodontic, and assessment of the available space and the bone volume. Bone grafting will be discussed from the restorative perspective; what types of bone graft are available, what works, what works best? An introduction to soft tissue management will also be included.
Dr. Brent Ludens received his doctor of dental surgery degree in 1990 from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry. He went on to receive his certificate in prosthodontics in 1992 at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry.
For over 20 years, Dr. Ludens has lectured nationally on esthetic aspects in dental implant therapy. With a private practice specializing in prosthodontics, Dr. Ludens focuses his services around the oral rehabilitation of his patients, emphasizing esthetic development in implant restorative care.
If you attend the entire 3 day weekend, you will receive 24 hrs Implant Participation Credit IDBE pending final approval. 24 additional hours of participation credit may be earned by presenting a clinical homework assignment after the course and presenting in March 2023. There is an additional fee.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 Implant esthetics will follow a discussion of general esthetic principles and considerations. In what Dr. Ludens calls the Big 5, soft tissue management will be discussed in detail and the concept will be discussed in detail from all of the ways that patients present themselves to our practice.
Impression techniques and impression materials, including conventional and digital impressions will be discussed. Each will be discussed from start to finish with a discussion of tips and techniques to improve your esthetic outcomes in your own practice.
Multiple units with pontic site development will be discussed and shown that build on the Big 5 for patient cases that require multiple implant restoration. Insertion, maintenance, hygiene and recall protocols will be discussed.
Lecture and Hands-On Program This session will discuss the workflow, both conventional and digital. A discussion of occlusion as it relates to implants will be discussed, along with a discussion on the differences between the natural dentition and dental implants, particularly as it relates to a mixed dentition of natural teeth and implants.
Complications will be discussed in detail in the hope that complications will be minimized or can be more easily managed. Complications can be random events, but they can also be selfinflicted unwittingly by the practitioner in their choice of restorative techniques, materials, and components. Using and selecting the proper components and materials is critical to longterm success and an in-depth discussion will be shown on how to make the proper application of technique and proper selection and use of components. What happens when those choices are made incorrectly and the complications they can cause will be discussed in depth.
This session will include a hands-on session, where attendees will fabricate a provisional restoration along with a custom impression coping. Feedback will be direct and supportive throughout that session.
The AGD-Iowa is designated as an Approved PACE Program Provider by the Academy of General Dentistry. The formal continuing education programs of this program provider are accepted by AGD for Fellowship, Mastership and membership maintenance credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial board of dentistry. The current term of approval extends from 6/1/2021 to 5/31/2025. ID# 219301