50 SHADES OF GRAY: EVERYTHING YOU WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT PERIO, REGENERATION, IMPLANTS, AND IMPLANT MAINTENANCE BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASK

Supported, in part, by an educational grant from Straumann.

Friday, October 16, 2015

9:00 am - 12:00 pm (3 CE hrs) / 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm (3 CE hrs)

Room 101-B

Demystify the myth of “once it’s gone it’s gone” and understand the possibilities of true regeneration. The program provides tips and tools to optimizing periodontal therapy and explores the advances, capabilities, and benefits of periodontal regeneration. Emphasis will be placed on effective treatment protocols and how biologic modifiers, particularly enamel matrix derivatives, are used to regenerate lost hard and soft tissue. Crestal bone maintenance is a key component in the long-term success of a dental implant. This presentation will examine how factors such as implant design and surface technology impact maintenance of crestal bone around a dental implant. Current trends in restoration of implants will also be discussed. Join us for an interactive discussion on the evolution of periodontal, regenerative and implant therapies, and the significant impact these therapies have on comprehensive care dentistry.

Course Objectives:

·       Establish evidence based decision tree to enhance periodontal awareness.

·       Understand the biologic basis of periodontal regeneration versus repair.

·       Understand the indications, method of use and regenerative potential of enamel matrix derivatives and other biologic modifiers.

·       Implement effective communication to enhance treatment acceptance.

·       Review of current evidence-based research supporting enamel matrix derivatives.

·       Understand the influence of implant design and surface technology on crestal bone maintenance.

Recommended for…Everyone.

Tracy Butler, RDH has 25 years of diverse experience in the dental industry from chairside and beyond. Tracy is a registered dental hygienist, thought leader, motivational speaker, sales leader/coach and change agent. She believes the key to every successful treatment outcome begins with an accurate assessment leading to a co-diagnosis between the patient and dental team. Tracy’s commitment to ultimate patient care propelled her to pursue a career in implant and regenerative dentistry with Straumann, USA.  Tracy is committed to elevating dental hygienists as a key partner in care and sharing one of what she considers dentistry’s best-kept secrets. 

Ms. Butler (or an immediate family member) has a significant relationship with the following commercial organization whose product she will refer to in this presentation: Straumann.