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Spring 2019 Course Recap:

Removable Partial Dentures and Attachment Alternatives
Presented by Chris Bormes, MICOI
(1.5 Credits)

Didactic review of theory of case design of removable partial dentures. The most common attachment connectors will be covered, as well as indications and contraindications for various attachment systems. Technical tips, troubleshooting, and common questions will be covered.

OBJECTIVES

Learn different options for treating partially edentulous patients
Rationale in choosing the proper precision attachment for each case based on specific patient parameters and limitations
High-level technical tricks and tips to using each different attachment system discussed.

Servicing Overdentures: Restore Retention, Reline Review, and More
Presented by Ruben Arebalo, VP & Senior Technician
(1.5 Credits)

Join in a review of the many problems clinicians and their patients experience with overdentures. Discuss why these problems happen and the alternative solutions available. Learn different techniques for chairside attachment pick up and relines. Discover how to prevent overdentures from being “locked in” and how to resolve an overdenture if it occurs.

OBJECTIVES

Troubleshooting techniques for complaints about lack of retention
Determine when relines are necessary and the steps necessary
Prevent overdentures from “locking in”
Determine which attachment best fits the patient’s specific needs

Tips and Protocols to Restore the Terminal Dentition
Presented by Dr. Jeremy Lansford, DMD, MAGD & William “Butch” Houghton
(1.5 Credits)

The speakers will discuss Lips, Tooth, Ridge (LTR) classification as well as describe tips and protocols for the appropriate restoration for each LTR classification. Helpful clinical tips will be presented with clinical cases.

OBJECTIVES

Understand the different LTR classifications and how to identify them
Understand the appropriate restorative options for each LTR classification
Understanding the value of Gothic arch tracings in restoring large implant supported prostheses
Discuss tips and lessons learned from clinical cases of the presenters in restoring the terminal dentition

Treating Orofacial Pain in Your Practice
Presented by Dr. Daniel Lapidus, DDS
(1 Credit)

A brief review of TMJ symptoms, reviewing the demographics, anatomy, common diagnoses, their identification and treatment. There will be a focus on temporomandibular joint dysfunctions and issues affecting the muscles of mastication.

OBJECTIVES

Better identify TMJ conditions, myofascial pain, red flag conditions, and the best treatment protocols for each including: physical medicine options, splint therapy, and more invasive treatment options
Increase the ability to diagnose and treat common orofacial pain conditions in your practice

Previous Instructors:

Chris Bormes, MICOI

Chris Bormes graduated from Gonzaga University prior to attending the Dental Laboratory Technology program at City College of San Francisco. Chris has earned both ICOI Fellowship and Mastership in Dental Technology; graduated from both Ticonium’s and Bego’s Partial Denture Programs; is a candidate for CDT in Complete Dentures; wrote the Preat Corporation Technical Manual, and [...]

Ruben Arebalo, VP & Senior Technician

Ruben Arebalo has 14 years of dental laboratory experience with 10 years of digital design and edentulous, full-arch case planning skills. A graduate from the University of La Verne, Ruben is frequently sought out for technical advice and recognized as an expert in attachments and implantology. Ruben joined Preat Corporation in 2008, was named Sr. [...]

Dr. Daniel Lapidus

Dr. Daniel Lapidus was raised in Los Angeles, California. After graduating from the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2006, he completed an advanced education in general dentistry at Langley Air Force Base in Virginia, and was the chief of clinical dentistry at Vance Air Force Base in Oklahoma. After [...]

Dr. Jeremy Lansford, DMD, MAGD

Dr. Jeremy Lansford was born and raised in Porterville, CA graduating from Porterville High School in 1994. He then attended Cuesta College and California State University, Sacramento on his way to earning degrees in Biology and Chemistry graduating Cum Laude and being elected to the Blue Key National Honor Society. Dr. Lansford then continued to [...]

William “Butch” Houghton

William “Butch” Houghton started his dental career at a dental lab in 1972. In July of 1977 Butch opened his own lab, Atascadero Dental Lab, in Atascadero, CA with his wife, Kathryn. From 1976 to 1989, Butch completed Swissedent training, EPF training at Dentsply, attended partial design courses with Dr. Jim Kratochvil (University of California [...]