Occlusion: Basics & Beyond

Description

Master Comprehensive Occlusion: Foundations and Advanced Techniques

Presented by: Dr. Jaz Gulati & Dr. Mahmoud Ibrahim

Course Duration: 34 Hours

This in-depth course provides practical, real-world occlusion training, equipping you with the skills to confidently address diverse clinical scenarios.

Learning Objectives:

Clarify Occlusal Principles: Gain a clear understanding of occlusion as it applies to everyday dental practice.
Differentiate Function and Parafunction: Accurately evaluate the “envelopes” of function and parafunction.
Master Masticatory System Anatomy: Review relevant anatomy for both simple and complex dental procedures.
Conduct Pre-Restorative Occlusal Assessments: Achieve predictable restorative outcomes through thorough assessments.
Determine Conformity vs. Reorganization: Learn step-by-step protocols for both occlusal approaches.
Troubleshoot Occlusal Issues: Effectively manage occlusal problems and compromises in single-unit restorations.
Utilize Facebows and Articulators: Master their practical application and understand when alternative records are appropriate.
Diagnose and Treat Tooth Wear: Develop comprehensive treatment plans for all types of tooth wear.
Apply Force Management Principles: Refine waxing and adjustment techniques for static and dynamic occlusion.
Course Modules:

Module 1: Occlusal Foundations: Demystify complex occlusal concepts into clinically relevant knowledge.
Module 2: History, Examination, and Records: Learn comprehensive occlusal examination techniques, including advanced video demonstrations of record-taking.
Module 3: Risk Assessment and Treatment Planning: Identify high-risk patients and enhance treatment predictability, including specialized modules on force mitigation and occlusal decision-making.
Module 4: Conforming and Protecting: Master the art of conforming to existing occlusion and achieving optimal results.
Module 5: Reorganization and Advanced Applications: Learn comprehensive assessment and treatment planning for full-mouth rehabilitations, including composite, ceramic, bridges, and partial dentures at altered vertical dimensions.
Key Benefits:

Gain practical, immediately applicable knowledge.
Enhance your diagnostic and treatment planning skills.
Improve predictability in restorative procedures.
Confidently manage complex occlusal cases.
Elevate your dental practice with advanced occlusion expertise.
Available for Purchase.

Transform your dental practice and achieve mastery in occlusion. Enroll in the IAC Academy’s Occlusion Basics and Beyond course today.