The 2023 PEAK Track II Fall Meeting will be at the Sheraton Station Square, Pittsburgh from September 28 - October 1, 2023. The brief schedule is below:
Thursday, September 28
PEAK Presentations from your Colleagues
Hear your colleagues present real-world examples of how they implemented lessons learned on esthetics and implants from the 2023 Spring meeting. Nothing to present? Come anyway, the best lessons are often learned from your colleagues.
AGD Subject Code - 130 Electives
7.0 Credit Hours Available
Evening Social Event - Howl at the Moon
Friday, September 29
Restorative Dentistry: A Hands-On Workshop by Dr. David Rice
At the end of the day… what defines a successful outcome? Predictable… efficient… esthetics with zero post-op sensitivity… that stands the test of time. Join us as we dive into direct and indirect worlds, and the adhesive process that unites them. In this hands-on course we will cover preparation types and techniques. How to choose the right material for the right patient at the right time and deliver predictable, efficient esthetics.
Course Objectives:
- Different composites for different locations
- Different Cementation Methods
- Clinical procedures for adhesive luting and self-adhesive luting
- Why does my LED light influence clinical outcomes on cementation?
- Successful clinical outcomes with IPS emax
- The Y’s of Zirconia
AGD Subject Code - 780 Esthetics/Cosmetic Dentistry
7.0 Credit Hours Available
Evening Social Event - Dinner at the Grand Concourse
Saturday, September 30
Treatment Planning and Clinical Application Techniques by Dr. Michael Fling
This presentation provides seven specific steps necessary to complete a diagnostic wax up (or digital workup) at the workbench. While it may not be practical for dentists to complete their own “wax-up”, you will be exposed to the perimeters that must be conveyed to the technician for appropriate completion. Next, seven specific steps of clinical restorative sequence and clinical application will be reviewed as per the footprint that was developed in the lab. The clinician will understand the steps necessary for completion of simple and complex restorative cases.
You will learn:
- The importance of Global Diagnosis in treatment planning
- Specific steps of Global Restorative Sequence
- How the anterior segment dictates form and function
- What considerations must be given to altering VDO and what are the ramifications to altering VDO
- How to utilize a “Rapid Waxer” for fast and easy wax up
- Various direct and indirect techniques for Provisionalization and testing outcomes
- How to take bite registrations for accurate mounting and for cross mounted models
- How to make cross mounted indexes for the technician to ensure proper restoration contours
- Methods for phasing complex restorative treatment plans
- Utilizing injectable composite techniques in your practice
AGD Subject Code - 250 Operative (Restorative) Dentistry
7.0 Credit Hours Available
Sunday, October 1
Orofacial Myology: A Crash Course for Dental Professionals by Angie Lehman, RDH, COM
This half-day introductory course will give dental professionals an overview of the basic principles and science of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy. Join Angie as she shares the history of OMT in dentistry, gives insight into current treatment of myofunctional disorders and delivers a unique and masterful take on ways to use therapy collaboratively to prevent future airway issues in your patients.
Learning Objectives:
- Upon completion of the course, the participant will be able to do the following:
- Understand normal vs. abnormal Oral Rest Posture
- Learn the role of the tongue and facial muscles in orofacial development
- Know the three most common contributors to Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders
- Gain confidence in screening patients for Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders
- Know when to refer for Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT)
AGD Subject Code - 180 Occlusion
4.0 Credit Hours Available
