Thursday, August 15, 2024

8:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

New Dental Antibiotic Guidance 
Debra Goff, PharmD, FIDSA, FCCP

• Three (3) CE credits recommended for dentists.
• Education Methods: lecture, slides, case studies and discussion.

This lecture will discuss new dental literature on the prophylactic and therapeutic use of antibiotics to guide dentists to make appropriate antibiotic decisions.

Participants can expect to:

• Review new guidance on the use of clindamycin and quinolones.
• Discuss five antibiotic practice changes dentists should make.
• Describe the prevalence of antibiotic resistance and its impact on dental patients.
• Analyze new studies that evaluate dental antibiotic use for prophylaxis and treatment.

About the Speaker Debra Goff, PharmD, FIDSA, FCCP Dr. Goff is an Infectious Diseases clinical pharmacist with 30 years of patient care experience at The Ohio State University (OSU) Wexner Medical Center. She is Professor of Pharmacy Practice and Antibiotic Stewardship Ambassador for OSU Global One Health Institute and the recipient of the 2019 OSU Distinguished International Outreach and Engagement Award for her global work in infectious diseases. She is one of twenty-five global health experts selected by the World Health Organization to implement antibiotic stewardship programs in low-middle income countries. And, the Principal Investigator on the first US study with private practice dentists to assess their antibiotic use and provide guidance on the use of antibiotics in dentistry. Dr. Goff has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Friday, August 16, 2024

8:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Posterior Composites and Crown Cementation
Robert D. Marus, DDS, AAACD, FICD, with financial support provided by GC America, Inc.

• Three (3) CE credits recommended for dentists.
• Education Methods: lecture, slides, case presentations and discussion

This course will demonstrate how to place durable posterior composites predictably and aesthetically without post-operative sensitivity. Additionally, the preparation and cementation of Zirconia (Zirconia Dioxide) crowns will be discussed. Zirconia can be used in restorations such as crowns, bridges, inlays, veneers as well as resin-retained bridges (Maryland bridge).

Participants can expect to learn:

• How to place sensitivity-free posterior composites quickly, with sealed sub-gingival margin.
• When to bond vs. conventionally cement Zirconia restorations.
• When to use Zirconia vs. Lithium Disilicate.

About the Speaker Robert D. Marus, DDS, AAACD, FICD   Dr. Robert Marus of Yardley, Pennsylvania, is accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and is one of five dentists in the state of Pennsylvania to receive this honor. There are only 450 accredited members worldwide. A graduate of NYU College of Dentistry, Dr. Marus received his dental degree in 1985, and completed his residency at the Jamaica Hospital in New York. Dr. Marus currently lectures to dentists on techniques in cosmetic and restorative dentistry and has been published in numerous national and international publications. Dr. Marus will receive honorarium support from GC America, Inc., but has no other relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Saturday, August 17, 2024

8:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

“Waiting to Inhale?” The Rise of Cannabis, Cannabinoids and Terpenes
Thomas A. Viola, RPh, CCP

• Three (3) CE credits recommended for dentists, hygienists, EFDAs and dental assistants
• Education Methods: lecture, slides and discussion

The DEA considers cannabis to have no accepted medical use. Therefore, it is illegal to possess. Yet, almost every state has enacted legislation aimed at legalizing or decriminalizing cannabis for medical or recreational use. Despite this rise in social and legal acceptance, public health concerns regarding the use of cannabis remain, especially among dental professionals since the major routes of administration of cannabis involves the oral cavity.

This program will introduce dental professionals to the pharmacology of cannabis, including its various dosage forms, routes of administration and adverse reactions. Special emphasis will be placed on the effects of cannabis use on oral health and dental treatment, as well as the proposed use of cannabis in dentistry for the management of patient anxiety and odontogenic pain.

Participants can expect to:

• Discuss the history and various types of cannabis, as well as its current legal status and proposed uses in dentistry.
• Describe the pharmacology of cannabis, including its mechanism of action, routes of administration and available formulations.
• Identify the effects of cannabis on major organ systems.
• Explain the clinical considerations of cannabis use, including adverse reactions, drug interactions and contraindications.
• Explore the dental considerations of cannabis, including potential treatment modifications and strategies for patient care planning.
• Recognize the connection between oral and systemic health.

About the Speaker Thomas A. Viola, RPh, CCP With more than 30 years’ experience as a board-certified pharmacist, clinical educator, professional speaker and published author, Tom Viola, RPh, CCP makes pharmacology practical and useful for all members of the dental team so that clinicians may be knowledgeable about not only the dental considerations of medications used to treat systemic illness but also the systemic considerations of medications used to provide dental treatment. As an educator, Tom is a member of the faculty of over 10 dental professional degree programs and has received several awards for outstanding teacher of the year. As an author, Tom is well known for his contributions to several professional journals, has served as a contributor, chapter author and peer reviewer for several pharmacology textbooks and currently serves as a consultant to the American Dental Association’s Council on Scientific Affairs. Tom has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

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