DNTL-DENT0185 - Dentistry - ACDE Webinars 2024

“Digital” complete removable protheses (Part 2)

In this two session series Dr. El Gendy will cover the following involving digital dentistry and removable prothesis.
The conventional way of fabricating Complete Removable Prosthesis has not changed in the past 50 years. The process involves multiple clinical appointments. Each appointment requires considerable amount of time and material used both clinically and in the laboratory. This means, the whole process is subject to human processing errors, inaccuracies, and further increased time and cost.
Digitally fabricated Complete Removable Prosthesis will revolutionize the way dentists are treating completely edentulous patients. In the past few years, digitally designed and manufactured Complete Removable Prosthesis have improved significantly due to advancement in scanning, designing, and manufacturing.

• Identify the diverse clinical workflows involved in this process.
• Gain insight into the various components utilized in CAD/CAM technology for fabricating digital complete removable prostheses.
• Learn about scanning technique.
• Discuss workflow of making a duplicate of a complete removable prosthesis.
• Discuss work flow of fabricating Immediate Digital Complete Removable Prosthesis.
• Discuss work flow of fabricating Digital Complete Removable Prosthesis.
• Discuss different manufacturing techniques employed in this innovative approach.

Mastering esthetic implant restorations

A journey to master the artistry of esthetic implant restorations with our specialized course. Explore the latest advancements in techniques and materials meticulously tailored to achieve impeccable natural esthetics. Designed for dental professionals at all levels of experience, this program offers invaluable insights and practical strategies for navigating the complexities of implant-supported restorations in the esthetic zone. This brief program will elevate your clinical proficiency, refine your treatment planning skills, and unlock the potential to deliver consistently successful and esthetic outcomes. Whether you're a newcomer to the field or a seasoned practitioner, this course promises to empower you with the expertise needed to excel in esthetic implant dentistry.

• Explore innovative approaches for managing soft tissue around implant-supported restorations in the esthetic zone.
• Understand the role of digital technologies in enhancing the predictability and precision of implant placement and restoration design.
• Familiarize yourself with the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in achieving optimal esthetic outcomes in implant dentistry.
• Gain knowledge of advanced techniques for managing peri-implant mucosal health and preventing complications in the esthetic zone.

An evidence-based perspective on the efficacy, applications, and clinicians’ perception of clear aligners’ therapy

This lecture will summarize the latest evidence related to the efficacy of clear aligners in achieving various types of tooth movements, their utilization, and predictability in treating different malocclusions including orthognathic surgical cases. In addition to giving an overview of the most common protocols and practices, clinicians implement when using clear aligners in treating their patients. And compare the efficacy of achieving the desired tooth movement between various commercially available aligner systems.

• Correlate the clinicians’ preferences, practices and protocols related to clear aligner therapy to the current evidence on the efficacy and applications of clear aligners.
• Highlight the latest evidence in relation to clear aligner therapy.

“Fluorescence enhanced theragnosis” – An evidence-based reliable new approach for clinical dentistry

The seminar will introduce the attendees to the benefits of “Fluorescence Enhanced Theragnosis” in daily clinical practice and elaborate on its application in the different specialties from cariology to periodontology and implantology, from restorative to oral surgery and pathology. Improvement in almost any oral (visual) diagnosis is complemented by visual treatment guidance to visual identification of treatment goal achievement transforming clinics from “guesswork” into reliable, documentable, evidence-based oral healthcare.

• Understand the limitations of current visual oral diagnosis and its radical transformation via fluorescence.
• Learn the practical most relevant applications of fluorescence in daily clinical practice.
• Learn and understand the addition of fluorescence visualization to support the transformation of any clinical intervention into a reliable, time-saving minimally invasive procedure.
• Understand the immediate impact of fluorescence on long-term treatment outcomes, patient communication/motivation, and general healthcare.

Simplifying adhesive dentistry

Adhesive Dentistry has transformed the treatment planning and procedural steps in modern dentistry. The use of adhesive systems and polymeric materials such as resin composites, coupled with ceramics, enables clinicians to preserve more sound dental structures during restorative procedures while achieving exceptional esthetic results with robust mechanical strength and longevity. However, the high technique sensitivity of these procedures can result in issues like marginal gaps, color alteration, marginal staining, reduced mechanical strength, de-bonding, reduced longevity, post-operative sensitivity, and others. Proper technique and correct material selection are crucial for successful restorative procedures. This course aims to provide evidence-based information to clinicians, explaining how to apply complex concepts to clinical practice in a straightforward manner.

• Describe the different types of adhesive techniques and the most recent dental materials (adhesive systems, resin composites, resin cements, and ceramics).
• Select the appropriate restorative system (ceramic, metal, composite, adhesive system, resin cement) for each substrate and clinical situation.
• Identify the problems and limitations of current adhesive techniques and materials.
• Use guidelines to minimize errors and increase the longevity of adhesive restorations.

Dental research – Who cares?

This course explores dental research with direct applicability to everyday dental practice. It emphasizes the significance of clinical translational research and explains why grasping the value of such studies is crucial. Covered research topics include dentin bonding, composite materials, ceramics, digital dentistry, and bioactive materials. Through clinical examples, participants will gain insight into related research projects. Ultimately, attendees will develop an appreciation for how dental research directly influences the day-to-day operations of clinical dentistry.

• Explain how dental research relates to dental practice.
• Understand how research projects may offer solutions to clinical issues.
• Discover how one research project may lead to additional projects.
• Learn how collaboration between researchers can benefit clinical practice.

Panoramic 2D pathology and CBCT 3D pathology

This course will employ examples from our radiology clinic to illustrate both normal and pathologic findings seen on Panoramic and Cone-beam Computed Tomography images.

• Understand indications for prescribing panoramic and Cone-Beam Computed Tomography imaging.
• Identify normal 2D and 3D anatomy of the orofacial structures.
• Describe the radiographic appearance of lesions.
• Provide a differential diagnosis for common odontogenic and non-odontogenic lesions.

Which medication now? Considerations for dental pain management and navigating substance use disorders

This course is aimed at providing 1.5 hours in total of CE which can be credited towards the DEA-MATE mandated hours for new or renewal application of DEA license. The course is intended to provide review of medication-related considerations for pain management and substance use. The course will discuss updates on dental pain guidelines and review of pharmacotherapy management of dental pain. It will also review most common pharmacotherapy treatments for different substance use disorders and their implications for dental care. Additional review of risk mitigation strategies and how to engage with other healthcare providers (including pharmacies) to discuss controlled substance prescribing patterns will be included.

• Discuss updated national pain guidelines for acute dental pain.
• Discuss pain management considerations for patients with various co-morbidities.
• Describe risk mitigation strategies that can be applied in dental practice.
• Describe medications used in treatments for different substance use disorders and their potential implications on dental care

Pack the punch: Soft tissue biopsy technique for the general dentist

This course will focus on providing the practicing dentist with the knowledge and skills needed to perform diagnostic oral soft tissue biopsies. Participants will learn the rationale for histologic examination, indications for different biopsy modalities, selection of biopsy site and biopsy technique, and communication with the oral pathology specialist.

• Recognize indications for biopsy.
• Select the appropriate biopsy site and technique based on clinical presentation.
• Communicate effectively with patients and other healthcare professionals about oral lesions.

Right under (and up) our noses, and evolving before our eyes, emerging & re-emerging diseases

This seminar explores personal health issues such as new and altered diseases of importance to dental professionals, including bloodborne diseases, and respiratory and contact diseases. Attention is given to resistant pathogens, biofilm diseases, and pathogens with pandemic potential, particularly respiratory diseases, relative to occupational risk, illness prevention, and post-exposure responses. Leave with a plan for managing today’s microbial challenges using Standard and Transmission-based precautions, including building air safety control.

• Recognize and assess well-known infectious diseases.
• Identify and explain current trends in infectious diseases.
• Be informed of and prepared for safety challenges.
• Select infection control and safety strategies for usual and unusual disease risks.

Updates from the University of Minnesota on dental-dedicated MRI

The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry is pleased to announce the establishment of the Orofacial MRI Center (OMRIC) and the installation of the first-ever dental-dedicated MRI unit in the Americas. OMRIC has partnered with Densply Sirona and Siemens Healthineers for the installation of this new MRI unit and funding for a multi-year research timeline to include studies on MRI indications in TMJ imaging, endodontics, and orthodontics. Other OMRIC research initiatives include studies on periodontitis, caries, and dental materials. This course will provide an overview of the current state of technology and research associated with dental MRI, a review of the capabilities of OMRIC’s MAGNETOM Free.Max 0.55T dental-dedicated MRI unit, and a look at the future of MRI imaging in dentistry.

• Learn the current state of technology and research associated dental MRI.
• Understand the imaging capabilities of the OMRIC MAGNETOM Free.Max 0.55T dental-dedicated MRI unit.
• Grasp the future directions and role of MRI in dentistry.

The use of contemporary ceramics in dental implant rehabilitation

Dental ceramics are used extensively in patient treatment. This courses focuses on highlighting recent innovations in ceramic material composition and physical characteristics and how they are applied for treatment of patients using dental implant. Lithium disilicate, zirconia, and process of fabrication will be discussed. Clinical examples will be used to highlight practical applications of material and how to avoid complications.

• Understand basic material science of contemporary dental ceramic.
• Apply knowledge towards practical patient treatment.
• Understand different workflows for restoring dental implants using ceramics.
• Develop an understanding of limitations of contemporary materials.