{"product_id":"occlusion-in-general-dental-practice","title":"Occlusion in General Dental Practice","description":"\u003ch3\u003eCourse Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis program provides participants with fundamental concepts of occlusion, with the aim to help dentists in their daily practice and in treating cases of simple TMJ disorders in general dental practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThanks to extensive practical step-by-step demonstrations, this course covers:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting models such as facebow records, centric relation records\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting models on the articulator for occlusal assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFabrication, fitting and adjustment of a Michigan splint, a precious resource to understand occlusal scheme used for full mouth reconstruction cases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearning Objectives:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamiliarize with basic terms and concepts pertaining to occlusion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeepen occlusal assessment concepts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand the role of occlusion in treatment planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudy temporomandibular joint disorders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplicate facebow registration procedures and interocclusal recording using lucia jig for mounting models in CR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaster Michigan splint fabrication procedures and understand the principles of occlusion\/occlusal scheme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBy enrolling in this training course, you’ll get the opportunity to understand, deepen and master different aspects:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull understanding on various terminologies used in occlusion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull occlusal assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatient assessment for TMD, diagnose and treat simple TMJ disorders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSplint choice for treating TM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDs or Occlusal issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFacebow recording via denar slidematic facebow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterocclusal recording in CR or CO using lucia jig or leafguage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMichigan splint fit and adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFull Course Program\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-lesson\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLesson 1 - Occlusion in General Dental Practice\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis comprehensive course covers fundamental principles of occlusion and full occlusal assessment, with a focus on practical application in general dental practice. It delves into diagnosing and treating simple temporomandibular disorders, exploring various occlusal appliances and techniques for taking facebow and centric relation records. The course also provides in-depth knowledge on Michigan splints, including fabrication, adjustment, and fitting. By the end, participants will gain a deep understanding of occlusion and acquire practical skills to implement in their clinical practice, enabling them to handle more complex restorative cases and full mouth reconstructions with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lesson-meta\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 02 min\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-lesson\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLesson 2 - Understanding Importance of Occlusion in General Dental Practice\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the reason behind any action is very important, and before you learn anything you need to ask yourself why that concept is important for you. In this video Dr Devang Patel goes through the reasons that make understanding occlusion fundamental for general dentists, and covers the difference between function and dysfunction in relation to occlusion. Dr Devang Patel discusses why occlusion is so confusing, and illustrates the benefits associated with understanding occlusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lesson-meta\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 min\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-lesson\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLesson 3 - Understanding Various Terminologies of Occlusion and Making it Clear\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this video Dr. Patel will go through various definitions, such as Centric relation or Retruded axis position (RAP), centric occlusion (CO) or Retruded contact position (RAP) and more. Dr Patel will shed some light on the confusion related to each term and promote their understanding. Concepts of curve of Spee and curve of Wilson, and different types of occlusion will be covered. The aim of this video lecture is to provide fundamental basis for the understanding of occlusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lesson-meta\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 58 min\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-lesson\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLesson 4 - Demonstration of Comprehensive Occlusal Examination\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this video Dr Devang Patel goes through the entire occlusal examination protocol. TMJ and muscles of mastication assessment, anterior determinants - such as protrusive guidance and lateral guidance - evaluation, non-working side contacts\/interferences identification and assessment. Evaluating first point of contact using bimanual manipulation and leaf gauge. Dr Patel also discusses signs and symptoms of occlusal disharmony. This theoretical module is supported by a practical complimentary video.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lesson-meta\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 58 min\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-lesson\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLesson 5 - Application of Occlusion in Treatment Planning\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA deeper knowledge of occlusion can help general dentists in various disciplines, in simple as well as complex cases. In this video Dr Devang Patel will go through various treatment planning scenarios where understanding of occlusion plays a crucial role (such as diagnosing issues with various structural failures, importance of first point of contact (CO) in planning treatment, planning of long-term stability etc). Differences between conformative and reorganised approaches to treatment planning and criteria of election will be thoroughly discussed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lesson-meta\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35 min\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-lesson\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLesson 6 - Application of Occlusion in General Dental Practice\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorldwide, 9 dentists out of 10 classify as general dentists and, as occlusion affects every single clinical scenario, it is very important to understand its application in general dental practice. In this video Dr Devang Patel will go through a detailed step by step protocol for direct or indirect simple restoration fitting in general dentist practice. It will be discussed the treatment planning of the cases with collapsed posterior bite and teeth with first point of contact (CO) and issues related to treating such teeth. He will also discuss the importance of canine guidance and how to change guidance without increasing the occlusal vertical dimension (OVD). This video is a must for every dental professional who wants to implement the knowledge of occlusion in general practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lesson-meta\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35 min\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-lesson\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLesson 7 - Advanced Application of Knowledge of Occlusion such as in Full Mouth Reconstruction\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA deep understanding of occlusion principles is mandatory when planning smile design, full mouth reconstructions and full mouth implant restorations. In this video Dr. Devang Patel will go through simple and complex dental wear cases, treated using adhesive and conventional techniques. It will also answer some of the questions which were raised at the beginning of the video series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lesson-meta\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23 min\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-lesson\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLesson 8 - Occlusion and TMD – Function vs Dysfunction\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderstanding normal TMJ anatomy and function vs abnormal TMJ and its dysfunction is fundamental to correctly identify, evaluate and treat temporomandibular disorders. Dr. Devang Patel describes the anatomy of TMJ and the function of the muscles involved in the mastication, the articular disc and its connection with the masticatory muscles. The lecture comprises and analysis of TMD aetiology of and factors associated with TMD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lesson-meta\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21 min\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-lesson\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLesson 9 - Occlusion and TMD - Examination\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTMJ assessment is crucial to successfully diagnose temporomandibular disorders and identify risk factors. In this video Dr. Devang Patel will discuss in detail the key role played by the diagnostic tests available for complete assessment of TMJ pathogenesis. Dr Devang Patel will also discuss the difference between intracapsular and masticatory muscle disorders, and 7 key factors in making differential diagnosis between the two disorders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lesson-meta\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 min\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-lesson\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLesson 10 - Differential Diagnosis in TMD\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this video lecture Dr Devang Patel will present the the TMD classification and describe the clinical signs and symptoms of each disorder. TMD are divided into masticatory muscle disorders and Intracapsular disorders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lesson-meta\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 min\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-lesson\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLesson 11 - Treatment Planning for TMD in General Dental Practice\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr Devang Patel goes through some simple treatment modalities suitable for general dental offices and clinics. Treatment of masticatory muscle disorders and intracapsular disorders are addressed separately. Patient education, immediate treatments and other treatment goals for some of the common Temporomandibular disorders are all topics covered in this lecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lesson-meta\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 29 min\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-lesson\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLesson 12 - Different Types of Occlusal Splints and Their Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOcclusal splints are a very important non-invasive tool. They can be implemented for diagnostic, treatment and maintenance purposes. In this video Dr Devang Patel will go through the various roles of occlusal splints in dentistry, the 8 different types of occlusal splints available and their advantages and disadvantages and clinical indication for choosing a particular type of splint over another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lesson-meta\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33 min\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-lesson\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLesson 13 - Different Steps Involved in Making Michigan Splint\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichigan splint is one of the most important occlusal splint available to dentists with a wide range of applications. In this video Dr Devang Patel will go through all the steps involved in making Michigan splints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lesson-meta\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 min\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-lesson\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLesson 14 - Facebow Records Using Denar Slidematic Facebow Using 3 Different Types of Materials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFacebow records are fundamental for mounting models in Maximum intercuspation (MIP) or Centric Occlusion (CO) or Centric Relation (CR). Facebow records facilitate occlusal assessment and treatment planning, from single restorations to full mouth reconstruction. In this video Dr Devang Patel addresses each step needed to perform the correct facebow recording procedures, using Denar slidematic facebow. The lecture comprises a complete LIVE CLINICAL DEMONSTRATION on facebow registration using 3 different types of materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lesson-meta\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 min\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-lesson\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLesson 15 - Interocclusal Records in CR Using Lucia Jig or Leaf Gauge for Mounting of Models in CO or CR\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterocclusal record in centric relation is a must for mounting models in Centric Occlusion (CO) or Centric Relation (CR). These data facilitate occlusal assessment and treatment planning, from single restorations to full mouth reconstruction. In this video Dr Devang Patel addresses all the steps required to perform successfully interocclusal recording in centric relation. Different deprogrammers used for relaxing muscle to capture correct position are thoroughly described. A complete LIVE CLINICAL DEMONSTRATION on taking interocclusal records using lucia jig and leaf gauge completes the lecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lesson-meta\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 58 min\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-lesson\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLesson 16 - Different Types of Articulators and Mounting in MIP and CR\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough most of the dentists do not do their own mounting, it is very important to know how to mount models in Centric Relation, Centric Occlusion (CO) or Maximum Intercuspation (MIP). This knowledge will help dentists troubleshoot issues related to mounting and provide guidance for the technicians. This will also help dentists to request the correct type of mounting according to the specific treatment plan. Dr Devang Patel goes through the differences between Denar Semi adjustable and Automark articulator and procedures for mounting models in CR or MIP with complete practical demonstrations. An analysis of the limitations of the articulators and of the procedures to verify articulation complete the lecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lesson-meta\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 57 min\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-lesson\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLesson 17 - Understanding of Fitting and Adjusting of the Michigan Splint\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitting and adjusting the Michigan splint is a crucial step. If the splint is not adequately fitted or adjusted, it efficiency will be impaired. Dr Devang Patel reviews each step the dentist needs to follow to make sure the Michigan splint is adjusted properly with a complete clinical demonstration. 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