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Gordon J. Christensen Practical Clinical Courses
Gordon J. Christensen Practical Clinical Courses
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Professors
Professors
Gordon J. Christensen
Target audience
Target audience
Nb of lessons
Nb of lessons
11
Nb of modules
Nb of modules
Course duration
Course duration
11 h 50 min
Delivery method
Delivery method
Google Drive Link, Offline
Course Overview
This program provides dentists with practical, clinically proven techniques that can be immediately applied in daily practice. Across a wide range of essential topics — from composite restorations, crowns, posts, and suturing to implants, occlusion, rubber dam use, and medical emergency management — participants gain clear, step-by-step guidance on how to improve their clinical outcomes while saving time and reducing costs.
The course emphasizes predictability, efficiency, and patient satisfaction, offering practical demonstrations, simplified protocols, and evidence-based recommendations. Whether you are refining your restorative skills, improving implant workflows, or enhancing practice management, this training delivers actionable solutions that address real-world challenges faced by dental professionals.
By the end of the program, you will:
- Strengthen your restorative and prosthetic techniques with the latest materials and methods.
- Confidently manage implants, occlusion, and post-core restorations.
- Apply simplified protocols for suturing, light-curing resins, and rubber dam isolation.
- Be fully prepared to handle medical emergencies in the dental office.
- Improve efficiency, profitability, and patient care through practical, hands-on strategies.
- This course is designed for clinicians who want to elevate their clinical excellence, stay current with modern techniques, and deliver the highest quality of care.
Full Course Program
Lesson 1: Avoiding Common Administrative Errors
This overview explores common administrative errors in dental practices and how to avoid them. Key topics include proper insurance billing procedures, handling discounts and copayments, avoiding overbilling and unbundling, and navigating PPO contracts. The discussion covers legal considerations around patient gifts, unclaimed property laws, and fee capping. Practical guidance is provided on coding, documentation, and staying compliant with regulations to minimize audit risks and legal issues. By understanding these administrative pitfalls and best practices, dental professionals can improve their practice management and reduce potential liabilities.
Lesson 2: Class II Composite Resins Can Be Predictable, Non-Sensitive, and Profitable
This guide explores the intricacies of Class II composite restorations, covering everything from preparation techniques to material selection and finishing procedures. It delves into strategies for minimizing post-operative sensitivity, achieving tight contacts, and ensuring long-lasting results. The content also addresses common challenges faced during placement and offers practical solutions to improve efficiency and outcomes. By examining both traditional methods and modern innovations, this resource equips practitioners with the knowledge to enhance their approach to Class II composites and deliver optimal patient care.
Lesson 3: Crowns - Materials and Techniques for the Best Results
This overview explores the evolution and current state of dental crown materials and techniques. It covers the transition from traditional metal crowns to modern ceramic options, discussing their strengths, aesthetics, and clinical applications. The presentation examines various zirconia generations, lithium disilicate, and other emerging materials, providing insights into their performance and longevity. Cementation protocols and preparation techniques for different crown types are also addressed. By the end, viewers will gain a thorough understanding of the latest crown options, enabling them to make informed decisions for their patients while staying aware of ongoing developments in the field.
Lesson 4: Light Curing Resin for Fast Custom Trays and Repairs
This lesson explores the versatile applications of visible light-curing resins in dentistry. It covers techniques for creating custom impression trays for fixed and removable prosthetics, as well as methods for denture repairs, relining, and modifications. The content demonstrates how these materials can enhance the accuracy and efficiency of various dental procedures, from making occlusion rims to placing post dams. By showcasing practical examples and clinical scenarios, the material illustrates how visible light-curing resins can improve the quality of dental work and patient satisfaction across multiple areas of practice.
Lesson 5: Making Suturing Simple
This guide explores various suturing techniques essential for dental procedures. It covers interrupted, mattress, crisscross, continuous, and sling suture methods, demonstrating their applications in different clinical scenarios. The material delves into proper instrument selection, suture materials, and needle types, while emphasizing the importance of correct tissue handling and knot tying. Through detailed explanations and practical demonstrations, viewers can gain a thorough understanding of when and how to use each technique effectively in their dental practice.
Lesson 6: Posts, Cores, and Build-Ups – Predictable and Strong
This overview explores the use of posts and cores in modern dentistry. It covers when posts are necessary, the advantages of fiber-reinforced composite posts, and factors influencing post placement decisions. The importance of remaining tooth structure, occlusion, and tooth function is discussed. Techniques for post and core placement are demonstrated, including canal preparation, post fitting, and buildup material application. The presentation also addresses crown preparation considerations and impression-making for teeth with posts and cores. By examining both research findings and clinical experience, it provides practical guidance for achieving long-term success with post and core restorations.
Lesson 7: Preparing for Your Next Medical Emergency
This part covers the most common medical emergencies in dental practice, including their recognition and management. Through simulated scenarios, various emergency situations are demonstrated, from syncope and allergic reactions to cardiac events and diabetic complications. The importance of thorough health histories, proper preparation, and team coordination is emphasized. Practical tips for prevention, immediate response, and use of emergency equipment are provided to help dental professionals handle critical situations confidently and effectively.
Lesson 8: Restoring Implants - A Comparison & Demonstration of Techniques
This overview explores the restoration of dental implants in various clinical scenarios, from single tooth replacements to full-arch rehabilitations. It covers both fixed and removable prosthetic options, discussing their advantages, limitations, and patient considerations. The content delves into implant-supported restorations for partially edentulous cases, as well as complete denture solutions for edentulous patients. Emphasis is placed on material selection, attachment systems, and long-term maintenance strategies. The presentation also addresses the importance of patient education, informed consent, and tailoring treatment plans to individual needs and financial circumstances.
Lesson 9: Rubber Dam - Still the Best Dry-Field Technique!
This overview explores the use of rubber dams in dentistry, covering their history, advantages, and practical application techniques. It discusses various types of rubber dams, clamps, and accessories, as well as methods for placement in different clinical scenarios. The content demonstrates step-by-step procedures for applying and removing rubber dams, addressing common challenges and special situations. By examining these techniques, dental professionals can enhance their skills in moisture control, patient comfort, and overall treatment quality across various dental procedures.
Lesson 10: Simple, Inexpensive, Implant Placement
This lesson explores both guided and freehand dental implant placement techniques. It covers patient education, treatment planning, radiographic imaging, and surgical procedures for single implants. The advantages and disadvantages of each approach are discussed, along with tips for successful implementation. Through a live demonstration on a patient, the process of implant placement is shown step-by-step, from initial assessment to final restoration. The material provides practical insights to help dentists incorporate implant treatments into their practice and improve patient outcomes.
Lesson 11: Uncomplicated Occlusal Equilibration
This guide explores occlusal equilibration, a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of dental practice. It covers the indications for equilibration, potential problems if not performed, and demonstrates step-by-step techniques both on casts and in a live patient scenario. The content delves into normal occlusion concepts, various occlusal positions, and how to effectively adjust occlusion in different clinical situations. Practical tips on patient communication, tool selection, and common pitfalls are also discussed. By mastering these techniques, practitioners can improve treatment outcomes, prevent complications, and enhance patient comfort across various dental procedures.
