November 14-16, 2019 | Austin
Insight Track: New Technologies in Endodontics
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- Includes Credits
CE Hours: 1.5 CE hour
Description: The rise of online review sites has enabled the individual consumer to share their experiences with the world. What story about you are they telling? During this program, we will discuss the psychology of internet reviews. We will review how our prospective patients feel about them and what literature is available from academia. A thorough discussion of which websites are most important and impactful for dental practices will occur. The group will also review the systems and scripting needed to incorporate into our practices to ensure success in getting our patients to leave positive reviews. A significant portion of the program will also be devoted to how we should handle responding to a negative review should one occur. This fast-paced, enlightening program is sure to help demystify the world of online reviews in fun & casual manner! Dental team involvement is highly recommended for this program.
At the conclusion, participants should be able to:
- Discuss the literature and research relating to how online reviews affect dental practices
- Describe methods for getting more great 5 star reviews from your patients on the most important sites.
- Discuss how to handle the unfortunate situation of getting a bad review.
Joshua Austin, DDS
Joshua Austin DDS maintains a full time restorative dentistry practice in San Antonio, Texas. He is an editorial director and columnist for Dental Economics Magazine focusing on dental products and technology. Dr. Austin lectures around the country to study clubs and dental meetings about these topics along with online reputation management. Dr. Austin is a graduate of the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Dental School and spent five years post graduation in the Department of Restorative Dentistry. His approach to his "Pearls For Your Practice" column is a fresh approach in today's commercial driven dental journalism. When you read a "Pearl" rest assured that you are getting an honest evaluation of a product, which was used by Dr. Austin in clinical practice.
Joshua Austin, D.D.S.
In accordance with this policy, I declare that I have NO past or present proprietary or relevant financial relationship or receive gifts in kind (including soft intangible remuneration), consulting position or affiliation, or other personal interest of any nature or kind in any product, service, course and/or company, or in any firm beneficially associated therewith.
- Includes Credits
CE Hours: 1.75 CE hour
Description: Targeted Endodontic Microsurgery (TEMS) utilizes trephine burs and 3D-printed surgical guides to achieve osteotomy, root resection and biopsy in a single step. The digital workflow for guide production is marked by conversion of a patient’s physical anatomy into digital data that forms a digital model upon which a TEMS guide is designed and then 3D-printed. This presentation aims to demystify the digital workflow and guide design process, and to show proper clinical applications of the surgical guide. Participants will see several methods for digitally rendering bone, teeth, neuro-vascular structures, crowns and soft tissues. Principles of digital model creation within design software will be presented so that clinicians can communicate meaningfully with a 3D printing lab. Finally, several TEMS cases with treatment planning considerations will be presented including palatal roots of maxillary 1st and 2nd molars and mesial and distal roots of mandibular 1st and 2nd molars.
At the conclusion, participants should be able to:
- Describe different ways of digitizing hard and soft tissues for creation of a digital model.
- Describe surgical guide design principles for communication with a 3D printing lab.
- Describe all clinical phases of guided surgical endodontics to include presurgical evaluation, radiographic evaluation, treatment planning and intraoperative application.
Jarom J. Ray, DDS
Dr. Jarom Ray is the Chief of Endodontics at the US Air Force Academy and is a Professor of Endodontics at the Uniformed Services Univeristy of the Health Sciences. He served as the Air Force Endodontics Residency Program Director from 2016-2020. He received his D.D.S. from Creighton University Medical Center School of Dentistry in 2003 then completed a one-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency at the USAF Academy in 2004. He practiced general dentistry for 2 years. In 2008 he received a certificate in endodontics from Wilford Hall Medical Center and achieved board certification in 2011. Dr. Ray is co-inventor of Targeted Endodontic Microsurgery and has lectured nationally and internationally on endodontic applications of 3D Printing. His research focuses on applications of Targeted Endodontic Microsurgery and 3D printing.
Speaker Disclosure
I declare that I have no proprietary, financial, or other personal interest of any nature or kind in any product, service, course, and/or company, or in any firm beneficially associated therewith, that will be discussed or considered during the proposed presentation.
Jarom J. Ray, D.D.S.
In accordance with this policy, I declare that I have NO past or present proprietary or relevant financial relationship or receive gifts in kind (including soft intangible remuneration), consulting position or affiliation, or other personal interest of any nature or kind in any product, service, course and/or company, or in any firm beneficially associated therewith.
CE Hours: 0 CE hour
Description: The advent of MTA about 2 decades ago brought about a significant change in the practice of clinical endodontics. A material that suited our work-space and the periradicular tissue, perfectly. It has been extensively investigated in in-vitro, animal and clinical studies. With due diligence in the literature, material has our academic and investigative endorsement. However, there are limitations to use of MTA e.g., inability to use for routine obturation, it’s difficult handling properties and tendency to cause discoloration. Material scientists have worked on overcoming the limitations of MTA by introducing newer generation of Bioceramics. The lecture is an overview of the current research and clinical applications of the newer bioceramics available to us. Published research will be critically reviewed and clinical cases presented demonstrating the applications in various treatment modalitiesson
At the conclusion of this course, participants will learn:
- Discuss an evidence-based evaluation of the chemical, physical and biological properties of Bioceramics pertinent to endodontics.
- Explain the clinical use especially as a sealer
- Recognize the strength and weakness of the material
Meetu R. Kohli, B.D.S, D.M.D.
Dr. Meetu Ralli Kohli is Clinical Associate Professor and Director for Continuing Education and International Visiting Scholar Program and the Master’s in Advanced Dentistry Studies Program (MADS) at the University of Pennsylvania, School of Dental Medicine, Endodontic department. She is a member of the Dean’s advisory council. Dr. Kohli earned her B.D.S. degree from Government Dental College, Bangalore, India. She pursued her D.M.D. degree as well as specialty training in Endodontics at the University of Pennsylvania, USA. During her training she received the esteemed Louis I Grossman award, the Samuel R. Rossman scholarship and the Sherrill Ann Siegel award & scholarship for demonstrating excellence in patient care, clinical skills and research. She is on the Scientific Advisory Board as a reviewer for Journal of Endodontics, International Endodontic Journal, Journal of American Dental Association and other endodontic journals. Dr. Kohli has published in national and international peer reviewed journals and has contributed in books on microsurgical retreatment. Her publications have been recognized as the best clinical research paper and honorary mentions by JOE multiple times. She is the recommend speaker by the AAE for Microsurgery and Prognosis. She has served on the AAE’s Constitution and Bylaws committee and the Research and Scientific Affairs Committee. She also serves as Director on Board of Trustees of the American Board of Endodontics and is a diplomate. She is an honorary member and examiner for the Indian Board of Endodontics. Dr. Kohli maintains multiple private practice locations limited to Endodontics in Pennsylvania, USA.Meetu Kohli, B.D.S, D.MD
In accordance with this policy, I declare that I have NO past or present proprietary or relevant financial relationship or receive gifts in kind (including soft intangible remuneration), consulting position or affiliation, or other personal interest of any nature or kind in any product, service, course and/or company, or in any firm beneficially associated therewith.
- Includes Credits
CE Hours: 1.0 CE hour
Description: The endodontic access sets the foundation for the endodontic procedure and is often stated to be the most critical and challenging aspect of conventional endodontics. Complications that can arise from the access include excessive removal of tooth structure, failure to locate the canal(s) as well as an iatrogenic perforation. In addition, teeth with calcified pulp chambers and canals significantly increase the difficulty of the procedure. Dynamic navigation was developed in dentistry to aid with the placement of dental implants. This technology has been adapted and refined for endodontic use. Dynamically guided endodontics gives the clinician the ability to treatment plan the access and have visual feedback via a monitor of the drill progressing along the planned path inside the tooth. Dynamically guided endodontics has an end result of a minimally invasive access with localization of canal anatomy.
At the conclusion, participants should be able to:
- Explain the difference between a static guide and dynamically guided endodontics
- Describe the advantages of dynamic navigation over the use of static guides for endodontic treatment
- Apply both static and dynamic navigation to endodontic treatment
Charles Maupin, D.D.S.
Dr. Charles Maupin graduated from Baylor College of Dentistry in 2007. He then went on to receive his endodontic certificate from the University of California School of Dentistry where he served as Chief Resident. Dr. Maupin is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics. He serves as a part time clinical professor at UCLA. He is a founding member of the International Academy of Endodontics. Dr. Maupin maintains a private practice limited to endodontics and implant surgery in Lubbock, Tx. Dr. Maupin is the inventor of dynamically guided endodontics.
Charles Maupin, D.D.S.
In accordance with this policy, I declare that I have NO past or present proprietary or relevant financial relationship or receive gifts in kind (including soft intangible remuneration), consulting position or affiliation, or other personal interest of any nature or kind in any product, service, course and/or company, or in any firm beneficially associated therewith.
- Includes Credits
CE Hours: 2.0 CE hour
Description: Endodontists and Dental Specialists have unique challenges when marketing their practice. Without (many) repeat patients, they have to continue to reach new target audiences, while staying on the cutting-edge of dental technologies. Dr. Sonia Chopra of Ballantyne Endodontics shares her experiences as a practice owner investing in technology, and her successes in digital marketing that led to growth in patient base and production. Dr. Chopra’s marketing team, Laire Group, will be present, to share their knowledge of successfully marketed Endo practices, along with the digital tips and tactics you can apply to your own practice today.
At the conclusion, participants should be able to:
- Recognize the value of promoting your dental technologies both through ground marketing and digital marketing
- Identify and connect with your target audiences of patients and referring practices
- Describe the newest digital marketing tactics to take your Endodontic practice to the next level and compete in the digital world
Sonia Chopra, D.D.S.
Dr. Sonia Chopra is a Board Certified Endodontist and founder of Ballantyne Endodontics in Charlotte, NC. When she opened her practice in 2008, her goal was to help patients understand the “why” and “how” of their procedure. She works with her local dental community to host seminars and learning events, and has recently launched an online education forum for general dentists worldwide, sharing knowledge on perfecting endodontic skills, and focusing on thorough diagnoses, delivering compassionate solutions and considering whole patient care.
Dr. Chopra is a Director for the College of Diplomates, and on the CE Committee of the American Association of Endodontists.
You can visit her website and subscribe to the blog at: https://drsoniachopra.com/Speaker Disclosure
In accordance with this policy, I declare I have a past or present proprietary or relevant financial relationship or receive gifts in kind (including soft intangible remuneration), consulting position or affiliation, or other personal interest of any nature or kind in any product, service, course and/or company, or in any firm beneficially associated therewith, as indicated: DENTSPLY SIRONA Endodontics: free product, Honorarium, Other Financial or Material Support; Sonendo: Honorarium; Ultradent: free product and affiliate, Other Financial or Material Support
Todd Laire
Todd Laire is Managing Partner of Laire Group Marketing in Charlotte, NC, a digital growth agency that focuses on marketing and sales alignment services for growing companies, including a focus on healthcare. He and his team are passionate about working to solve challenges that involve understanding how buyers think and react to messaging and content that they deem valuable. Content is king but context is the queen.
Sonia Chopra, D.D.S.
In accordance with this policy, I declare I have a past or present proprietary or relevant financial relationship or receive gifts in kind (including soft intangible remuneration), consulting position or affiliation, or other personal interest of any nature or kind in any product, service, course and/or company, or in any firm beneficially associated therewith, as indicated: DENTSPLY Sirona Dental Specialties (Self: 3 financial relationships declared - Honorarium, Other Financial or Material Support, Key Opinion Leader), Sonendo Inc. (Self: 3 financial relationships declared - Honorarium, Other Financial or Material Support, Key Opinion Leader), Ultradent (Self: 3 financial relationships declared - Honorarium, Other Financial or Material Support, Key Opinion Leader)
Todd LaireIn accordance with this policy, I declare that I have NO past or present proprietary or relevant financial relationship or receive gifts in kind (including soft intangible remuneration), consulting position or affiliation, or other personal interest of any nature or kind in any product, service, course and/or company, or in any firm beneficially associated therewith.
- Includes Credits
CE Hours: 0
Description: The presentation will look at canal system irrigation with the intent of understanding how various modalities work and how effective they are. The recently introduced multisonic, fluid dynamic irrigation technology works in a fundamentally different way than traditional needle irrigation. Its method of action will be looked at in-depth so participants can understand exactly how it works. Once explained, this action will be visualized with macro video in anatomically accurate clear plastic tooth models. During this, a direct comparison will be made with traditional irrigation protocols. Issues of effectiveness, safety and cost will be examined. The presentation will be summarized with a discussion of the ramification of this technology on our broader shaping and obturation concepts.
At the conclusion, participants should be able to:
- Describe the various irrigation protocols used today in endodonitcs
- Describe the advantages and disadvantaages of each irrigation protocol
- Describe the method of action of the new multisonic fluid dynamic driven irrigation devise and how this technology impacts traditional endodontic treatment protocols
Eric J. Herbranson, DDS, MSC
Dr. Herbranson graduated with a BS in Physics in 1964, a DDS degree from Loma Linda University in 1970 and a MS in Endodontics from Loma Linda University in 1973. He has practiced endodontics in the San Francisco East Bay since that time. He has served on most of the Alameda County Dental Society board positions, including President and Trustee. He was inducted as a Fellow of the International College of Dentists in 2003. He has been actively involved in education for years, has lectured nationally and internationally and authored text book chapters and articles. He was declared Alumni of the Year from Loma Linda University School of Dentistry in 2006 Following his interest in photography he developed the X-Mount camera mount system and is a recognized expert in surgical microscope photography. His non-dental photographs have been published in a number of national magazines. He is a founder of eHuman.com who is the developer of the Tooth Atlas, a computerized atlas of the anatomy of human teeth. It has been recognized as a significant tool in learning the complex microanatomy of teeth and has been adapted by many of the dental schools in the United States.
Eric J. Herbranson, D.D.S., M.S., FICD
In accordance with this policy, I declare I have a past or present proprietary or relevant financial relationship or receive gifts in kind (including soft intangible remuneration), consulting position or affiliation, or other personal interest of any nature or kind in any product, service, course and/or company, or in any firm beneficially associated therewith, as indicated: eHuman (StockHolder/Ownership Interest), Global Surgical Corporation (Financial) support), Sonendo Inc. (Grant, Consultant, Honorarium), SSwhite Bur, Inc (Consultant, Honorarium)
