The 2008 – 2009 Liberty Continuing Education Series

Friday - September 12, 2008

“Porcelain Veneers: To Prep or Not to Prep”

Dr. Michael C. DiTolla

Presented in cooperation with Kerr Dental, Captek, CareCredit, Axis Dental & Orascoptic participating partners: AFTCO Transition Consultants & Professional Liability Insurance, Inc.

Porcelain veneers started to grow as a product exponentially when the first esthetic institute opened in 1995. As dentists began to be trained in these techniques, patients became more aware of them as well. These initial esthetic restorations involved the removal of significant tooth structure, typically all of the facial enamel. Post-operative sensitivity, veneer de-bonding and marginal leakage left dentists wondering if there might be a more conservative way. This course demonstrates the proper use of no-prep veneers and shows why the minimal prep veneer is the most versatile veneer of all. At the conclusion of the program, dentists should be able 1) to recognize the various veneer treatment modalities available to help them restore the mouth predictably; 2) be familiar with the use of more conservative all-ceramic restorations; 3) be familiar with no-prep veneers and when it is appropriate to use them in conjunction with other restorations; and 4) be familiar with diagnostic wax-ups, the three main uses of them, and how to utilize them for temporizing minimal prep cases when necessary.

Friday - November 7, 2008

Your choice of 2 courses at the Liberty Dental Conference at Citizens Bank Park

Select any 2 courses from the program book (Lunch NOT included on this date)

participating partners: AFTCO Transition Consultants & Professional Liability Insurance, Inc.

Friday - December 12, 2008

“The Restorative Edge”

Dr. James Braun

Presented in cooperation with Coltene Whaledent. Participating partners: AFTCO Transition Consultants & Professional Liability Insurance, Inc.

This program will reflect on current perspectives I the field of esthetic restorative dentistry. The discipline is uniquely influenced by dental materials, new technologies, clinical techniques and public awareness. This popular branch of dentistry is a dynamic blending of exacting science with artistic flavor. The appeal and challenge is the ability to harmonize a wonderful appearance with the demands of the oral environment. The seminar will offer insight, evidence and guidelines for the predictable clinical implementation of this regime and is intended for the entire progressive dental team. Seminar objectives include: 1) to highlight premier dental technologies, equipment and materials preferred for aesthetic restorative dentistry; 2) to outline specific clinical steps and skills necessary to perform these activities to ensure success; 3) to establish a sound treatment plan based on ample research and the selection of the proper restorative system specific to the individual case; 4) to enhance the practice by achieving admired clinical results based on confidence and knowledge to forge ahead with exciting new ideas.

Wednesday - March 25, 2009

“Pathways to Endodontic Excellence”

Dr. Joseph Maggio

Presented in cooperation with Pentron Technologies. Participating partners: AFTCO Transition Consultants & Professional Liability Insurance, Inc.

Highlights of canal preparation utilizing various nickel titanium rotary file systems will be presented. Advances in irrigation that lead to better microbial control will be discussed. A detailed presentation on the obturation of properly shaped and cleansed root canals with Resilon will follow. Resilon promises to prevent bacterial recolonization, entomb remaining micro-organisms and create a complete seal of the entire length of the root canal. These techniques and technologies will take your Endodontics to a new level of excellence.

Wednesday - May 6, 2009

“Advancements in Direct and Indirect Adhesive Dentistry”

Dr. Lou Graham

Presented in cooperation with Caulk Dentsply. Participating partners: AFTCO Transition Consultants & Professional Liability Insurance, Inc.

The general dentist today continues to be overwhelmed with today’s options for restorative treatments. This course will try to both bring a full understanding to how and what to use along with choices for successful restorative care. The premise of the course is ‘additive” dentistry where one preserves tooth structure versus “subtractive” dentistry where there is often too much tooth structure removed. The course will begin with the number one cause of sensitivity.