Fri.  Sat.

FEB 24-25

TORONTO

CLINICAL JUDGMENT REVIEW

Thomas Mara, BSc, DDS, MSc, F.R.C.D.(C), Oral Medicine & Radiology, UWO

Richard Bohay,DMD, Dip. Oral Radiology, MSc, Oral Medicine & Radiology, UWO

Radiographic Interpretation & Oral Pathology

This component will consist of a review of the clinical presentation, etiology and management of commonly occurring or significant oral diseases.  The process of history taking, clinical examination techniques and use of diagnostic aids will be discussed for lesions presenting in the oral cavity.  This information will allow the clinician to develop an appropriate differential diagnosis.

Diagnosis, Treatment Planning & Clinical Decision Making

Information Gathering and Development of a Diagnosis:  The use of the patient history and clinical examination in the development of diagnoses and problem lists

Development of the Treatment Plan: What are the treatment objectives? Nature and scope of the treatment plan.  Presentation and patient acceptance of the treatment plan. Treatment sequencing.

Prognosis & Anticipated Outcomes of Treatment:  How will the treatment options and proposed treatment plan impact on the patient's prognosis?

Some practical exercises in treatment planning that will emphasize decision making.

Tuition: $1200

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Fri. Mar. 2, 2012

TORONTO

Registration Limited

HANDS-ON

 MEDICAL  EMERGENCIES

Instructor:  David ISEN, BSc, DDS,  Private Practice, Toronto ON

Description: ~ FOR THE ENTIRE DENTAL TEAM ~ Recommended for Nitrous Oxide, Oxygen & Oral Sedation: April 20-21 & Nov. 9-10, 2012

As dental practitioners, we and our team must be continually prepared to effectively treat a medical emergency.  Our patients rely on our ability to do so

This hands-on course provides participants with logical and clear explanations on how to proceed in various emergency situations. Topics include; patient evaluation and vital sign assessment, the PABC’s of medical emergencies and the best ways to minimize the risk of an emergency occurring in the first place. 

The “big six” emergency drugs and their use will be discussed and each dentist participating will receive an emergency drug kit.

Dentists $495    Dental Team Member $295

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Fri. Mar. 2, 2012

Sun.  Mar. 4, 2012

LONDON

Registration Limited

HANDS-ON

CONE BEAM CT ~ Principles & Applications

Instructor:  Richard Bohay, DMD, Dip. Oral Radiology, MSc., Oral Med. & Radiology, UWO

Description:

This two-day didactic and hands-on course is designed to fulfill the education requirements of the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario for dentists who plan to order, make, interpret and report dental CT scans of the dentoalveolar region. A certificate of completion will be provided to those dentists who attend all components of the course and pass a comprehensive theoretical and practical examination.

The course will cover:

1. Radiation physics and protection
2. indications and contraindications of CT scans
3. imaging protocols
4. image processing
5. interpretation
6. reporting

Suggested Readings:

2)Color Atlas of Cone Beam Volumetric Imaging for Dental Applications by Miles, published by Quintessence in 2008.

3)Cone Beam CT of the head and Neck An Anatomical Atlas by Kau et al Published by Springer in 2011.

Dentists $1995

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March 9-17, 2012

LONDON

Registration Limited to 36

HANDS-ON

DENTAL CLINICAL SKILLS REVIEW

Instructors:

Wim OUDSHOORN, DDS, BA, (UWO), Div. of Operative Dentistry & Endodontics, UWO

Thomas MARA, BSc., DDS, MSc., F.R.C.D.(C), Oral Medicine & Radiology, UWO

Richard BOHAY, DMD, Dip. Oral Radiology, MSc., Oral Medicine & Radiology, UWO

Aldo MANZUR, DDS, MSc, Assistant Professor, Head of Endodontics, UWO

Description:

This program is specifically designed to be of assistance to dentists of Canadian or foreign training who want to review and upgrade their clinical understanding and skills. The following topics listed in the Assessment of Clinical Skills and Judgement for the NDEB examinations will be covered: infection control and quality assurance; radiographic interpretation and oral pathology; operative dentistry; fixed prosthodontics; endodontics; diagnosis & treatment planning; case presentations & clinical judgment, to current Canadian standards. Practical training exercises and demonstrations will use Kilgore and Frasaco dentaforms, in our advanced Simulation Clinic. This program will prepare applicants for both application and examination.admission to Internationally Trained Dentist programs in Canadian Dental Schools and the examinations for L’Ordre des Dentistes du Québec.

Tuition $4995

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Fri. Mar. 23, 2012

Sat. Mar. 24, 2012

MISSISSAUGA

HANDS-ON

PART I - ORTHODONTICS FOR THE WHOLE DENTAL TEAM

Instructors:

Ali TASSI, B.Sc., DDS, M.Cl.D., F.R.C.D.(C) Clinic Director, Graduate Orthodontics, UWO

Fernando INOCENCIO, DDS, M.Sc., Assistant Professor, Orthodontics & Paediatric Dentistry, UWO

Description:

This program will discuss 1) Introduction and History to Orthodontics, 2) Goals of Orthodontic Treatment, 3) Orthodontic Diagnostic Records and Cephlometrics, 4) Instrumentation in Orthodontics, 5) Complete Course on Direct Orthodontic Bonding, 6) Band and Bracket Positioning, 7) Archwire ligation. Interspersed with pre clinical hands-on sessions.

Dentists or Dental Team Member: Part I & II – Apr. 20-21

$795 each or both $1495

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Fri. Mar.30, 2012

LONDON

HANDS-ON

DIRECT COMPOSITE RESTORATION: A Predictable Approach for Consistent Results

Instructor:  

Cathia Bergeron, DMD, M.S., Clinical Associate Professor Operative Dentistry The University of Iowa, College of Dentistry

Description: 

Mastering direct resin restorations is of great importance in a context of minimally invasive dentistry. This course will discuss how current resin composite materials can have long-term clinical performance when the concepts of tooth preparation, enamel and dentin adhesion, as well as resin handling and finishing are mastered. The hands-on portion of the course will give the opportunity to practice posterior resin restorations as well as complex anterior restorations such as a polychromatic Class IV and a veneer on a severely discolored tooth.

Dentist:  $495             Dental Team Member: $295

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Sat. Apr 14, 2012

LONDON

ODA CUP - Inviting All Alumni & Students

Description: 

The University of Western Ontario  will host the 2012 ODA  CUP ~  the hockey match-up of the year!  Alumni & Students are invited to join the Western Dental Hockey Team in their quest to regain the trophy from the University of Toronto Dental Hockey Team at Roy Thompson Arena.

Fri. Apr. 13, 2012

ALTON

Registration Limited to 30

 Spa Spectacular ~ Millcroft Inn & Spa

THE TEAM APPROACH TO A PROFITABLE PRACTICE

Instructor:  Jo-Anne JONES, RDH

Description: 

Have you ever heard ‘I only want what my insurance covers’? Unfortunately, all too often.  The general public often view the dental hygiene appointment as a ‘feel good’, non-essential health service rather than a critical contributor of overall wellness.  Learn how to convey this message powerfully and minimize the last minute cancellation and other challenges that are undermining the success of your dental hygiene practice.  Discover how to create value both in communication and services that will raise the bar and attain loyalty from your patients resulting in practice profitability and gratification.

Pamper yourself and your office staff to this whole day experience. A morning dental lecture and afternoon  Signature Spa Treatment at Millcroft Inn & Spa.

Tuition includes $100 toward your choice(s) of Spa Treatment(s)

Dentist or Dental Team Member $395

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Fri. Apr. 20, 2012

Sat. Apr. 21,2012

MISSISSAUGA

HANDS-ON

PART II - ORTHODONTICS FOR THE WHOLE DENTAL TEAM  

Ali TASSI, B.Sc., D.D.S., M.C.l.D, F.R.C.D.(C) Assistant Professor & Clinic Director Graduate Orthodontics, UWO; Private Practice, London, ON
Fernando INOCENCIO, D.D.S., M.Sc., Assistant Professor, Orthodontics & Paediatric Dentistry, UWO

Description: 
This program will discuss 1) Management of the Orthodontic-Restorative Adolescent Patient, followed by a clinical session on bracket placement and wire sequencing in our Simulation Clinic. 

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Fri. May 4, 2012

Sat. May 5, 2012

New Dates: Apr 20-21

TORONTO

HANDS-ON

NEW DATES: Fri. - Sat. APR 20 - 21, 2012                  SOLD OUT            

NITROUS OXIDE, OXYGEN & ORAL SEDATION

Instructors:

Peter NKANSAH, B.Sc.(Hon.), M.Sc., DDS, Dip. Anaes., F.A.D.S.A.,

Private Practice, Toronto, ON

Michelle TANG, BSc., M.Sc., DDS, Dip. Anaes., FADSA, Diplomate, American Dental Board of Anaesthesiology, Private Practice, Toronto, ON

Description:

This two day clinical certification program will involve a first day seminar session with a written exam on the second day as required by the RCDSO. Course content include a review of:

• Moderate Conscious Sedation
• Oral sedative pharmacology
• Oral sedation regimens
• Nitrous oxide pharmacology
• Nitrous oxide equipment & administration
• Monitoring
• Respiratory physiology
• RCDSO Guidelines

Recommended prerequisite: Medical Emergencies ~ Fri. March 2, 2012

Dentists $1495

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Fri. Apr. 27

HANDS-ON

HAMILTON

PLANNING SUCCESSFUL REMOVABLE PARTIAL DENTURES

Instructor:

Cecilia E. ARAGON, DDS, MS, Cert.  Prostho., FRCD(C), Private Practice, London

Description:

Treating patients with removable partial dentures could be alternatively frustrating and rewarding. Combining fixed and removable prosthetics is sometimes necessary for partially edentulous patients and is one of the most challenging aspects of comprehensive dentistry. During our full day course we will discuss how this prosthetic success can become very predictable for you and your patients. Using selected case studies you will learn a programmed approach to treatment planning, but more importantly a programmed approach to treatment sequencing that will ensure success with these cases.

Dentist: $495             Dental Team Member: $295

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Fri. May 4, 2012

Sat. May 5, 2012

New Dates: Apr 20-21

TORONTO

NEW DATES: RESCHEDULED TO APRIL 20-21, 2012

NITROUS OXIDE, OXYGEN & ORAL SEDATION

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Fri. May 25, 2012

Sat. Jun. 2, 2012

LONDON

Registration Limited to 50

HANDS-ON

DENTAL - CLINICAL  SKILLS  REVIEW

Instructors: 

Wim OUDSHOORN, DDS, BA, (UWO),  Div. of Operative Dentistry & Endodontics, UWO

Thomas  MARA, BSc., DDS, MSc., F.R.C.D.(C), Oral Medicine & Radiology, UWO

Richard BOHAY, DMD, Dip. Oral Radiology, MSc., Oral Medicine & Radiology, UWO

Aldo MANZUR, DDS, MSc in Endodontics

Description: 

See description  above Mar. 9 - 17, 2012. Program flyer & registration available www.schulich.uwo.ca/dentistry/cde

Tuition $4,995

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Fri. Sep. 7, 2012

BARRIE

Registration Limited

HANDS-ON

TAKE YOUR ENDODONTICS TO THE NEXT LEVEL!

Instructor: 

Manfred FRIEDMAN, BDS, ECHD(hon), Private Practice, London ON

Description: 

This course is for anyone who is currently doing endodontics in their office but would like to tackle more difficult cases . This course will cover evidence based procedures for Shaping and cleaning the root canal system as well as providing a three dimensional seal.

In addition time will be allocated to "finding the elusive canal". This course will cover advanced endodontics on difficult teeth, with emphasis on complete cleaning and filling of the ROOT CANAL SYSTEM.   New technologies for cleaning will be discussed including, sonic and ultrasonic activation of irrigants, vacuum assisted irrigation, and light activated irrigants. 

NOTE: Participants must bring at least six teeth with access openings and a working length x-ray.

Dentist $495

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Fri. Sep. 14, 2012

MCDE: 8

AGD Code: 142

7 Hours

TORONTO

MEDICAL EMERGENCIES - FOR THE ENTIRE DENTAL TEAM

Recommended for Nitrous Oxide, Oxygen & Oral Sedation: April 20-21 & Nov. 9-10, 2012

Instructor:  David ISEN, BSc, DDS, Private Practice, Toronto, ON

Description As dental practitioners, we and our team must be continually prepared to effectively treat a medical emergency. Our patients rely on our ability to do so. This hands-on course provides participants with logical and clear explanations on how to proceed in various emergency situations. Topics include; patient evaluation and vital sign assessment, the PABC’s of medical emergencies and the best ways to minimize the risk of an emergency occurring in the first place.

The “big six” emergency drugs and their use will be discussed and each dentist participating will receive an emergency drug kit.

Recommended prerequisite for Nitrous Oxide, Oxygen & Oral Sedation ~April 20-21 or         Nov. 9-10, 2012

Dentists $495    Dental Team Members  $295

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Fri. Sept. 28, 2012

LONDON

~ HOMECOMING CELEBRATION~

PROVEN PRACTICES & NEW TECHNOLOGIES IN IMPLANT THERAPY

Instructor: 

Allen R. BURGOYNE, B.Sc., DDS (UWO 84), MSD Certified Specialist in Prosthodontics

Description: 

Research and technology in all disciplines of dentistry has changed the way we deliver predictable therapy to our patients in ways that we could not have imagined.  Even though these technologies have changed the way we practice, the sound foundation of proven practices introduced to us as students is what I rely on everyday to make the best decisions I can  to deliver implant treatment to my patients.

With the use of CBCT scanning surgical planning and guided placement can be accomplished. The philosophy of restorative planning from the crow down and how it relates to intra-oral impressions and CADCAM technology will be discussed.  Making impressions using intra-oral scan systems can accurately capture soft tissue and finish lines, allowing for very accurately contoured final restorations. CAD-CAM software can import the intra-oral scan data to produce restorations without laboratory models, saving the entire team time and financial resources.

Developments in technology are rapidly changing the way we practice dentistry in the operatory and laboratory. The implant team ( surgeon, restorative doctor, and laboratory technician) must work together and incorporate technology to the treatment workflow .  It has been stated that advancements in technology offer better solutions for our patients.  Proponents will have us believe that patients are better served because technology will improve long-term outcomes; treatment is more efficient and thus less costly.  Most of these advantages do not have long-term data to back the claims that are made.  How do you choose a new technology to incorporate into your delivery of implant therapy?  Is it cost effective for you?  Is this digitally assisted therapy better than the proven practices that we know?

Participants will:

• Understand the work flow of digital dentistry and how to incorporate them

• Identify the benefits of digital dentistry

• Identify the benefits of digital impressions compared to traditional impressions

• understand when to incorporate recent technological advances as part implant therapy

• Gain an understanding of the of the true costs of technology as it relates to proven practices

• Understand the materials and processes available for CAD/CAM restorations

Dentist, Dental Team Member & UWO Grads $99

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Fri. Oct. 5, 2012

LONDON

HANDS-ON

GET YOUR HANDS ON THE REVOLUTION OF MI ESTHETIC DENTISTRY

Instructor: 

Brian NOVY,  DDS, Assistant Professor Restorative Dentistry, Loma Linda University; Private Practice, Newhall, California

Description: 

Drilling and filling isn’t the only way to manage tooth decay, and comprehensive patient care should involve controlling the bacterial nature of the disease. Recent caries research provided the dental profession with an array of diagnostic aids and a myriad of treatment modalities, many of which are not well publicized. This hands-on course provides participants the knowledge and tools to accurately diagnose caries infection, and treat the disease using a medical model. In addition, dentists will have the opportunity to use innovative techniques to create laminate and co-cure restorations that resist secondary caries.

At the end of this course, participants should be able to:

Determine appropriate anti-caries agents based on risk factors Control rampant caries with focused therapeutics Select appropriate restorative materials based on caries risk Perform laminate and co-cure restorative techniques.

Dentist $495  Dental Team Member $295

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Fri. Oct 12, 2012

WOODSTOCK

AM ~ IMMEDIATE IMPLANTS – PLACEMENT & LOADING PROTOCOLS

PM ~ UPDATE ON CERAMICS AND DIGITAL PROSTHODONTICS

Instructor: 

M. Najeeb SAAD, BDS, C.Prosth. Div., of Prosthodontics, Western

Description:

Immediate Implants – Placement and Loading Protocols. This lecture will deal with immediate implant placement case selection, technique and protocols. The participant will be able to understand when to select this technique, what are the pros and cons, what are the risks and benefits, what can go wrong and what can be done to fix it. Instrumentation and techniques will be reviewed with the help of pictures and slides. Immediate temporization will also be discussed various techniques will be shown. What to look for when doing this technique will also be discussed. Both single and multiple unit cases will be discussed. Update on Ceramics and Digital Prosthodontics – With the development of numerous ceramics it can be quite confusing as to what to select as a material. This presentation will provide you with the different material choices what they are and when to select one over the other. Digital Prosthodontics is an up and coming field this lecture will provide you with a ‘status update’ on where things are, what developments are in the works what techniques are being used.

Dentist $395     Dental Team Member $195

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Sat. Oct. 20

7 hours

LONDON

HANDS-ON

ESTHETIC PRINCIPLES FOR VENEERS

Instructors:

Cecilia E. ARAGON, DDS, MS, Cert. Prostho., FRCD(C), Private Practice, London, ON

Beatrice LEUNG, DDS, MPH, Cert. Pros. Dip ABP, FACP, FRCD(C), Private Practice, Toronto, ON

Description: This program will focus on: Veneers indications, contraindications; preparations (margins, contacts); impression taking techniques; fabrication of provisionals, try-in shades; cementation of provisionals; delivery of veneers, finishing and polishing.

Dentist: $495            

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Fri. Oct 26, 2012

HAMILTON

ORAL PATHOLOGY & the ORAL EXAM

What Every Dental Professional Needs to Know!

Instructors: 

Tom Daley, BSc., DDS, MSc., FAAOP, ABDP, FCRD, Div. of Oral Pathology, UWO

Mark Darling, MSc. (Dent), MSC. (Exp. Oral Path.), M.ChD.(Oral Pathology), Div. of Oral Pathology, UWO

Description: 

There has never been a greater sense of urgency to adhere to close examination of the oral cavity for early discovery of mucosal abnormalities. This course will include clinical recognition, diagnostic procedures, and treatment suggestions for common or important oral diseases including oral cancer, oral infectious/inflammatory diseases, mucocutaneous diseases, and oral cysts. There will also be discussion, demonstration and performance of the components and techniques of a thorough oral examination. The objective of the course is to allow participants to review, update and understand oral diseases beyond dental caries and periodontal conditions.

Dentist $395     Dental Team Member $195

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Fri. Nov 9, 2012

LONDON

TRICKS for TREATING PAEDIATRIC PATIENTS

Instructor:

Olaf Plotzke, BSc, DDS, dip Ped., Private Practice, London, ON

Gordon Payne, BSc, DDS, dip. Paed. Dent., MSc, FRCD(C), Private Practice, London, ON

Description:

This program will cover some of the challenges faced by dentists treating children. Topics will include restorative strategies, trauma, and early childhood caries, with an emphasis on behaviour management, taught by Paediatric Dentists with a combined clinical experience of over 50 years.

Dentist $395 Dental Team Member $195

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Fri. Nov. 2, 2012

Sat. Nov. 3, 2012

TORONTO

HANDS-ON

NITROUS OXIDE, OXYGEN, & ORAL SEDATION

Registration Limited to 18

Peter NKANSAH, B.Sc.(Hon.), M.Sc., DDS, Dip. Anaes., F.A.D.S.A.,

Private Practice, Toronto, ON

Michelle TANG, BSc., M.Sc., DDS,k Dip. Anaes. FADSA, Diplomate, American Dental Board of Anaesthesiology

Description: 

This two day clinical certification program will involve a first day seminar session with a written exam on the second day as required by the RCDSO.

Course content includes a review of: 

• Moderate  Conscious Sedation
• Oral sedative pharmacology
• Oral sedation regimens
• Nitrous oxide pharmacology
• Nitrous oxide equipment and administration
• Monitoring
• Respiratory physiology
• RCDSO Guidelines

Each participant will get experience in the clinical application of nitrous oxide sedation.

Recommended prerequisite Medical Emergencies ~  Fri. Mar. 2 or Fri.  Sept. 14, 2012

Dentist $1,495

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