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School of DentistryContinuing Dental Education
Catalog of CoursesApril - September 2008
For Dentists and the Dental Office Staff
Dr. Huw Thomas, Dean
School of Dentistry
Continuing Education Advisory Committee:
Dr. John BurgessDr. John Coke
Dr. Steven FillerDr. Michelle Robinson
Dr. James Broome, Ex-Officio
Continuing Dental Education Program:
Ms. Ann Marie Karaki, Director205-996-6494
Ms. Anita Wilson, Coordinator205-934-3753
Location of Courses:
Please check individual course descriptions forlocations. Confirmation letters will include locations,maps, parking directions and suggested hotels.
The photograph on the front cover is courtesy of©Photographer: Andresr | Agency: Dreamstime.com.
CONTINUING DENTAL EDUCATION CREDITS
All participants are provided an official certificate of
attendance after the course. This document is
acceptable by the Alabama Board of Dental Examiners
as proof of attendance to the course. Continuing
Education credits awarded for participation in the CE
activity may not apply toward license renewal in all
states. It is the responsibility of each participant to
verify the requirements of his/her state licensure
board(s).
The University of Alabama School of Dentistry is
designated as a recognized provider by the Continuing
Education Recognition Program (CERP) conducted
under the auspices of the American Dental
Association.
~Accepted National Program Provider~
FAGD/MAGD Credit
09/01/1994 to 12/31/2010
The formal continuing education programs of the
University of Alabama School of Dentistry are
accepted by the AGD for Fellowship/Mastership and
member maintenance.
UAB School of DentistryContinuing Dental Education Program
THE ACADEMY OF GENERAL DENTISTRY
MASTERSHIP PROGRAM
We are pleased to announce that the University ofAlabama School of Dentistry Continuing DentalEducation Program, in joint venture with the AlabamaAcademy of General Dentistry, is offering mastershipcredit programs approved by the AGD Council onContinuing Dental Education.
The programs are in a “round-table” setting and areoffered in the disciplines of Fixed and RemovableProsthodontics, TMD/Occlusion, Operative Dentistry,Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Periodontics, PediatricDentistry, Orthodontics, Endodontics, Basic Sciences,Oral Medicine/Oral Diagnosis, Implants, Special CarePatients and Esthetics. These programs vary in theircontent and logistics, but all consist of adidactic/practical portion and an in-office portion.
This combination of courses will yield a total of 604hours, all of which are participation, and takesapproximately 4 years to complete. Each coursediscipline is an academic unit and may not besegmented for credit.
If you have any questions regarding the availability ofseats in the program, please contact Ms. Anita Wilson on205.934.3753.
Join our fax mailing list for up-to-the-minute course offerings.
Just email [email protected] or call205-934-3753 to add your office or home faxnumber to the list. We’ll let you know aboutour latest courses and special offerings forthe entire dental team!
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Friday, April 181:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Friday, May 161:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Friday, August 19:00-11:00 a.m.
Friday, August 291:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Friday, September 51:00-3:00 p.m.
Course Description: The BLS Healthcare ProviderCourse teaches CPR skills for helping victims of allages (including doing ventilation with a barrier device,a bag-mask device, and oxygen); use of an automatedexternal defibrillator (AED); and relief of foreign-bodyairway obstruction (FBAO).
This course meets the update requirement forlicensure and is intended for participants who provideheath care to patients in a wide variety of settings,including in-hospital and out-of-hospital. For certified ornoncertified, licensed or nonlicensed healthcareprofessionals.
Tuition: $50.00
Location: Please check confirmation letter.
CE Hours: 2 (1 lecture/1 participation)
The American Heart Association
Basic Life Support ~ CPR
Please check your confirmation letter forlocation information. Confirmation letters are
mailed 2 weeks prior to course start date.For registrations received less than 2 weeks
before course start date, confirmationswill be faxed if a fax number is provided
on the registration form.
PRIMARY PULP THERAPY IN THE 21ST CENTURY -THE CHANGES THAT COULD CHANGE EVERYTHING...
Friday, August 1
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Clinicians: Stephen Mitchell, DMD, MS
John Ruby, DMD, PhD
Course Description: Formocresol vital pulpotomies have served
children's dentistry well over the last 100 years. New materials
and procedures have oft attempted to "de-throne" formocresol as
the medicament of choice when performing this procedure, but
few have demonstrated its consistent success. However, exciting
new data emerging from the University of Iowa and UAB are
independently demonstrating that sodium hypochlorite may be an
excellent alternative. When the pulp is non-vital, pulpectomies
are indicated, but can be challenging to perform. Success or
failure of either procedure often hinges on proper diagnosis. This
course offers insight into diagnosis of primary pulp health,
triaging which pulp therapy is indicated, and the latest in pulp
treatment techniques that can be used in the primary dentition.
From indirect pulp caps to NaOCl pulpotomies to Vitapex
pulpectomies, this course will present the "how" and the "why"
behind the changes in primary pulp therapy available to the 21st
century children's dentist.
Registration: Dentist: $99 Hygienist: $69
CE Hours: 3
Location: UAB School of Dentistry
Dr. Stephen C. Mitchell is an Assistant Professor in the School of
Dentistry and is the Director of Undergraduate Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. John Ruby is an Associate Professor in the Department of
Pediatric Dentistry and Director of the University Sterilization
Assurance.
Watch for other upcoming courses!Check our website for updates.
June 6 - Pediatric Dentistry Update/ Infection Control/ Pharmacology Update - 6 hrs
Aug 16 - Adventures in Dental Materials: a Hands-on Course with Dr. John Burgess - 6hrs
Aug 22-23 - Dental Hygiene Update -12 hrs
Aug 29 - Dr. Ross Nash & Debra Nash -6hrs
Sept 19 - Dr. Gary Alex - Occlusion - 6hrs
Sept 26 - Dr. David Little - 6 hrs
Oct 24-25 - Dr. John Coke and Dr. Mike Edwards - Oral Conscious Sedation
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ADULT ORAL CONSCIOUS SEDATION
UPDATE
Friday, April 25, 2008
8:00 a.m.-4 p.m.
Clinicians: John M. Coke, DDS, Course Director
Michael D. Edwards, DMD, MAGD
UAB General Dental Residents
Course Description: This seven hour course is intended for both
dentists licensed in OCS and ancillary staff who participate in
oral conscious sedation (minimal sedation) in direct patient care.
It will satisfy the CE requirement for AL OCS recertification.
Covered in the course will be:
1. New ADA reclassification of oral conscious sedation.
2. New training guidelines for the proposed reclassification.
3. Review of medications routinely used in oral minimal sedation.
4. Review of new dosing recommendations specific to length of
patient appointments.
5. Review of requirements for monitoring and recordkeeping.
6. Brief overview of "red flag" medical conditions contraindicated
for minimal/OCS.
7. Review of management of medical emergencies specifically
seen in minimal/OCS.
8. Hands on airway management for entire dental team.
“Early Bird” Registration: Dentist $200; Auxiliary $150
After April 18: Dentist $225; Auxiliary $175
Location Please check confirmation letter.
CE Hours: 7
Dr. John Coke graduated in 1973 with a DDS from
Loyola University School of Dentistry in Chicago.
Immediately following, he completed a one-year
General Practice Residency at Portsmouth Naval
Hospital, Portsmouth, VA. After two years as a
Naval Dental Officer in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, he
completed a two-year certificate program in Oral Medicine and Oral
Diagnosis from the University of Illinois - Chicago. Currently, Dr.
Coke is program director for both the AEGD and GPR post-graduate
programs at the University of Alabama School of Dentistry. He is
board certified by The American Board of Oral Medicine, a
Diplomate of the American Board of Special Care Dentistry and a
Fellow of the American Association of Hospital Dentists. Dr. Coke
has been involved in teaching sedation to general
dentists for over 25 years.
Dr. Mike Edwards graduated with a DMD degree
from the UAB School of Dentistry. He completed an
externship with the United States Public Health/
Indian Health Service in St. Ignatius, Montana.
Dr. Edwards began private practice in 1979 and has
received both his Fellowship and Mastership in The Academy of
General Dentistry. Dr. Edwards has held has numerous lectures
nationally on parenteral and enteral sedation as well as other dental
continuing lectures. He has practiced sedation dentistry for over 28
years and has been involved with developing both state and national
guidelines for the safe use of sedation. Dr. Edwards co authored the
article on sedation published in the Journal of the American Dental
Association in 2006.
INFECTION CONTROL:
MYTHS, MYSTERIES AND MANDATES
Friday, April 18
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Clinicians: John M. Coke, DDS
Ken R. Tilashalski, DMD
Course Description: This dynamic duo, with their unique
expertise in Oral Medicine and Oral Pathology, will take you on an
entertaining journey encompassing the many facets of infectious
diseases--from medical history through final treatment. This
clinically-oriented course is designed for dentists, dental hygienists
and dental assistants to present current information regarding
infection control requirements in the dental office. Specific
pathogens and infectious diseases, modes of disease transmission,
susceptibility and risk factors unique to the busy dental office will
be presented. New emerging and re-emerging diseases and their
implications on the dental team will also be discussed.
Immunizations and other ways to reduce infection and transmission
will be emphasized. Numerous clinical examples will be used to
highlight the oral manifestations of infectious diseases.
Educational Objectives:
1. To review the scientific rationale and initiate measures for
disinfection and sterilization.
2. Use of the health questionnaire as an effective screening tool.
3. Be able to recognize the dentally relevant infectious diseases.
4. Recognize clinical manifestations of these infectious diseases.
5. Describe methods to reduce disease transmission.
Registrations: Dentist: $99 Auxiliary: $69
CE Credits: 3
Location: UAB School of Dentistry Room 501
1919 7th Avenue South, Birmingham
Dr. John Coke graduated in 1973 with a DDS from
Loyola University School of Dentistry in Chicago.
Immediately following, he completed a one-year General
Practice Residency at Portsmouth Naval Hospital,
Portsmouth, VA. After two years as a Naval Dental
Officer in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, he completed a two-
year certificate program in Oral Medicine and Oral
Diagnosis from the University of Illinois - Chicago.
Currently, Dr. Coke is program director for both the AEGD and GPR post-
graduate programs at the University of Alabama School of Dentistry. He is
board certified by The American Board of Oral Medicine, a Diplomate of
the American Board of Special Care Dentistry and a Fellow of the American
Association of Hospital Dentists.
Dr. Ken Tilashalski (“Dr. T”) is quite unique in that he has
earned specialty certificates in both oral and maxillofacial
pathology and endodontics. He is an Associate Professor in
the Department of Diagnostic Sciences at the University of
Alabama School of Dentistry, and in the Department of
Pathology within the School of Medicine. After receiving
his D.M.D. from Southern Illinois University School of
Dental Medicine, Dr. Tilashalski completed both of his residencies along
with an American Cancer Society fellowship at the University of Alabama.
He subsequently became board certified in pathology. Dr. T maintains an
active private practice, treating both endodontic and oral pathology patients.
In addition, he is an avid researcher with his most recent work in the areas
of smokeless tobacco, smoking cessation, and endodontic treatment
outcomes.
NEW ONE-APPOINTMENT IMPRESSIONING FOR
DENTURES AND OTHER HELPFUL SOLUTIONS
FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 2008
WESTIN HOTEL - HUNTSVILLE, ALABAMA
9AM TO 12PM
A new and innovative edentulous impression tray system will be presented combining both the static
and the functional impression techniques into a single appointment. The participants will be introduced
to the Massad/Thornton Tissue Character Mobility Test (M/T) and the clinician will explain how this
information is used to determine the correct viscosity of impression material to use to achieve the
greatest accuracy in edentulous impressioning.
Individual will learn:
v A method of denture adhesive removal from the edentulous arch tissues and how to condition the
edentulous tissues for impressioning.
v A method for evaluating soft-tissue displacement and character of edentulous jaws.
v An impression tray system that will allow the clinician to take a final edentulous custom-tray quality
impression in one appointment.
Early Registration: Dentist $99 Auxiliary $69
Registration after April 1: Dentist $129 Auxiliary $99
CE Hours: 3
Location: The Westin Huntsville
6800 Governors West NW
(256) 428-2000 for hotel reservations.
Joseph Massad, DDS is an internationally renowned clinician in the field of
prosthodontics. He has given more than 500 lectures in nearly 50 states and a dozen
countries around the globe. Named one of the top clinicians in Continuing Education
(CE) for 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006 by Dentistry Today, Massad regularly
lectures at meetings of dental organizations such as the American Prosthodontic
Society, the American Dental Association, the Canadian Dental Association, and the
Federation Dentaire International. Massad is the creator, producer, director, and moderator of two of
the most popular teaching videos on the subject of removable prosthodontics-1997's Predictable
Complete Dentures and 2001's Helpful Hints - Predictable Complete Dentures Part 2. A graduate of the
Loyola University School of Dentistry, Massad has published scientific articles in publications such as
the International Journal of Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry, Compendium of Continuing Dental
Education, Dentistry Today, Dental Economics, and others.
This course is made possible in part by an educational grant from Dentsply Caulk,
Oral Arts Dental Laboratory, and Sullivan Schein Dental.
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Clinicians: Perng-Ru Liu, DMD, MSMerrie H. Ramp, DMD, MS
Course Description: Provisional restorations for fixed prostheses are usually made in a hurry and often takemore time than the tooth preparation. Quality can easily be improved for your patients with cost and timesavingtechniques. This one day course provides current information in fabricating the provisional restoration for dentalauxiliaries. Single anterior and posterior provisional restorations utilizing prefabricated crowns and matrixtechniques will be reviewed. More advanced techniques such as multiple unit and veneer provisionalrestorations will be covered in lecture and in the technical, hands-on portion. Casts and several provisionalmaterials will be provided for hands-on practice. Cementation and removal of provisional restorations will alsobe taught.
Educational Objectives:This one-day course is designed so that, upon completion, the participant will have:1. The theoretical knowledge of provisional restorations.2. Practical experience necessary to fabricate a variety of provisional restorations.3. The ability to properly contour the provisional restorations.
Program Prerequisites:1. This program is designed to enhance the skills of trained dental assistants and hygienists. It is not suitable for
office staff who do not have dental experience. Previous experience with mixing and shaping acrylic is recommended.
2. Participants must bring their own:(1) High and low speed (straight and contra angle) 4-hole Midwest type handpieces(2) Acrylic burs (e.g., Brasseler E cutters)(3) Diamond disc (e.g., Brasseler #936-220)(4) Explorer(5) Curved Hemostat (Kelly - 5.5")(6) Curved Crown scissors(7) Hollenback carver.
CE Hours: 7“Early Bird” Registration: $250After April 15: $275
CE Hours: 6
Location: UAB School of Dentistry, 1919 7th Ave So.
Room 560, Birmingham, AL
Dr. Perng-Ru Liu is a 1985 graduate of Chung-Shan Medical and Dental College, Taiwan,Republic of China. He received his Prosthodontic Certificate, MS and DMD Degrees fromthe University of Alabama School of Dentistry and is presently Professor and Chair of theDepartment of Comprehensive Dentistry. Dr. Liu has lectured nationally and internationallyon CAD-CAM, Esthetic and Implant Dentistry.
Dr. Merrie Ramp is a 1990 graduate of the University of Alabama School of Dentistry and received her MSDegree in Biomaterials in 1996. Currently, she is an Associate Professor in the Department of ComprehensiveDentistry. She serves as the Coursemaster of preclinical operative dentistry.
Fabrication of Provisional Fixed Prostheses for AuxiliariesA Hands-On Course
Saturday, May 3, 20089:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Limited Attendance Course - First 24 Registrants - Register Early
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HANDS-ON PERIODONTAL THERAPY FOR THE
DENTAL HYGIENIST
Saturday, May 17
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Clinician: Philip Vassilopoulos, DDS
Course Description: The program will cover in detail the
techniques of scaling and root planing and their overall role in
the treatment of periodontal disease. A significant portion of the
program will be devoted to application of root planing skills on
mannequins that simulate the patient treatment. Portion of the
program will include the proper utilization of different
ultrasonic systems.
Educational Objectives: Upon completion of the program the
participant will be able to:
1. Properly use a periodontal probe.
2. Apply the clinical skills required to root plane.
3. Properly sharpen instruments used in periodontal
procedures.
“Early Bird” Registration: $250
After May 3: $275
CE Hours: 6
Location: UAB School of Dentistry, 1919 7th Ave So.
Room 560, Birmingham, AL
Please bring the following instruments to the lab session:
Examination kit Supragingival Scalers
1. Mirror 1. Anterior Sickle scaler: SH 5/33
2. Explorer 2. Posterior scaler: ST 2/3 and 13/14
3. Periodontal Probes
4. Nabers Probe
Subgingival Scaling and Root Planing kit
1. Universal Curettes: Columbia 2R/2L;
Columbia 4R/4L
2. Gracey Curettes: 1/2; 3/4; 7/8; 11/12; 13/14
3. Periodontal Files
4. Sharpening stone
Limited to 25 Participants
Dr. Philip Vassilopoulos is a graduate of The
University of Athens (Greece) School of
Dentistry. He received his Periodontics
Certificate from UAB in June 2003 and is
currently working on his thesis for his M.S.
degree. Dr. Vassilopoulos is presently the
program director for the undergraduate dental students, and
lectures in periodontology and implantology. He is Coursemaster
for Clinical Periodontics I and II, and Periodontology IV. Dr.
Vassilopoulos is an Assistant Professor and the Predoctoral and
Clinic Director for the Department of Periodontics and is a
Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology.
INFECTION CONTROL ~ WHY?!
THE REASONS BEHIND THE RULES
Friday, May 16
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Clinicians: Nancy Tomlin, BS, RDH
Steven Filler, DDS, MS, MA
Course Description: This course outlines the most recent
OSHA and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
requirements for the dental office pertaining to employee
protection, record keeping and practical applications. The
American Dental Association and Alabama Department for
Environmental Management recommendations will also be
discussed. Dr. Filler will provide brief reviews of hepatitis,
tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS. The various types of hepatitis and
their significance will be covered, as well as the concern about
drug-resistant TB. This material will emphasize the diseases
behind the need for infection control rather than the
technicalities of infection control procedures.
Educational Objectives:
1. Define OSHA regulations which affect the dental office.
2. Define ADA and CDCP guidelines for infection control.
3. Define guidelines for hazardous waste disposal as required
by ADEM.
4. Know primary features of diseases of Hepatitis, HIV/AIDS
and Tuberculosis.
5. Be aware of recent disease demographic data/trends.
“Early Bird Registrations: Dentist $99 Auxiliary $69
After 2: Dentist $114 Auxiliary $84
CE Hours: 3
Location: UAB School of Dentistry, Room 501
1919 7th Avenue South, Birmingham
Ms. Nancy Tomlin is the Quality Assurance Officer at
the University of Alabama School of Dentistry, where
she also serves as the Infection Control Coordinator.
She earned her BS in Dental Hygiene from UAB in
1984. Ms. Tomlin has worked in private practice and
served as the Adult and Professional Coordinator for
the Dental Bureau at the Jefferson County Department
of Health. She has also provided numerous OSHA and Infection
Control presentations to the dental community, locally and statewide.
Dr. Steven Filler is a Fellow and former president of
the American Association of Hospital Dentists. A
graduate of Loma Linda University School of
Dentistry, he completed his postgraduate training in
hospital dentistry and holds masters degrees in oral
biology and education at the University of Alabama at
Birmingham. For many years, Dr. Steven Filler served
as the Director of Hospital Dentistry. During this time
he and his hospital dental residents were on the frontline of medically
complex patient care. Dr. Filler currently serves as Associate Dean for
Student, Alumni, and External Affairs.
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The University of Alabama at Birmingham
School of Dentistry Continuing Dental Education
AND
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
College of Dentistry Continuing Dental Education
PRESENT
2008 RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY UPDATE
AND CONE BEAM CT AND USES FOR TODAY’S DENTISTS
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July 11-18, 2008
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company of friends and colleagues.
CELEBRITY INFINITY ALASKA CRUISE ITINERARY
July 11 to July 18, 2008
DAY DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART
Friday 7/11/2008 Seattle, Washington 4:00 p.m.
Saturday 7/12/2008 At Sea
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Monday 7/14/2008 Hubbard Glacier (Cruising) 12:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday 7/15/2008 Juneau, Alaska 7:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday 716/2008 Ketchikan, Alaska 7:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m.
Thursday 7/17/2008 Victoria, British Columbia 7:00 p.m. 11:59 p.m.
Friday 7/18/2008 Seattle, Washington 6:00 a.m.
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CONE BEAM CT AND
USES FOR TODAY’S DENTISTS
(3 LECTURE HOURS)
Course Description: Cone Beam Volumetric
Computerized Tomography Imaging (a.k.a., Cone Beam
CT) Radiography is a relatively new imaging technique for
dentistry but is rapidly gaining a place in dental diagnosis
and treatment planning. The essence of this extraoral
technique relies on multiple skull or maxillofacial images
taken from 360 degrees of rotation about the subject
combined by relational software into numerous possible
viewing aspects. This results in images that can simulate a
full medical CT scan of the head and neck region while
greatly reducing radiation exposure concerns for the
patient. The ability to reconstruct these slice images into a
wide variety of planar and three-dimensional projections
has greatly aided the pre-surgical assessment of implant
placement and restoration. Additionally, the investigative
potential for bony and dental pathology for endodontics
and surgery has been greatly enhanced with this new
radiology technique.
This course will provide an overview of the significant
differences between Cone Beam CT and current
conventional radiologic techniques in dentistry. The
diagnostic capabilities of a practitioner who can utilize and
interpret these images should be improved. While not
focusing on the unique physics of Cone Beam radiography,
the contrasts between tomography and plane film imaging
will be highlighted. Examples of reconstruction images
including three dimensional constructs will be provided to
help outline the great detail now available in properly
produced images. Examples of discovered anomalies and
pathologic entities that were not revealed with panoramic
and intraoral radiographs will also be illustrated for
discussion. It is hoped that this introduction to this new
imaging option will create active interest in the audience
for other applications.
Dr. Don Karaki, Assistant Director for the
UAB Hospital Dentistry graduate residency
program and Assistant Professor in the
department of Diagnostic Sciences, joined the
UAB School of Dentistry in July 2003. He
received his D.D.S. degree in 1983 from the
University of Colorado School of Dentistry and
practiced in Fort Collins, CO for 9 years. Dr.
Karaki completed the Dental Diagnostic Sciences program for
Oral Radiology and Oral Medicine in 1995 at the University of
Texas Health Science Center-San Antonio. As a full-time
educator, Dr. Karaki also taught at the University of Oklahoma
College of Dentistry from 1995 through 1998 and then directed
the Oral Radiology division at the University of Tennessee Health
Science Center College of Dentistry from 1998 until 2003. He is a
Fellow of the American Academy of Hospital Dentists (Special
Care Dentistry) and an active member of the American Academy
for Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology.
2008 Restorative Dentistry Update
(9 Lecture Hours)
Course Overview: This clinically oriented course compares
traditional and newly developed dental restorative materials and
reports their clinical success. The course is designed to improve
your practice of dentistry, demonstrate which material works
where and will show successfully techniques to handle many of
your everyday clinical problems. It will not make solve your
staffing problems, provide instant financial success nor promote
weight loss but it will provide thoughtful insight on controversies
surrounding clinical dentistry and supply answers to many of your
questions. Understand why dental materials work rather than hear,
"It works for me". You will see the results on many clinical trials
and in vitro studies which will be presented and discussed.
Ceramics. Ceramic materials have evolved from weaker
feldspathetic porcelain to pressed to high strength zirconia cored
materials. CEREC and other ceramic materials, mechanical and
physical properties will be discussed. Indications, where to use
these materials and contraindications will be discussed.
Cements. This lecture covers all classes of luting agents from
zinc phosphate to glass ionomer and resin modified glass
ionomers to adhesive resin cements. The proper use of these
luting agents is demonstrated and their application in specific
clinical cases (veneers, all metal, post cementation, resin inlay,
high strength ceramic materials and conventional metal ceramic
restorations) is demonstrated. The proper manipulation and
application of the newest materials such as Principle, Advance,
Fuji Plus, Fuji Cem, RelyX, RelyX ARC, Panavia 21, BisCem, G
Cem and UniCem will be emphasized to ensure success with non
retentive preparations. Provisional cementation will also be
discussed.
Restoring endodontically treated teeth. When are posts
necessary and which post system should be used for anterior and
posterior teeth? Advantages and disadvantages of active and
passive posts are discussed. Using esthetic ceramic, carbon fiber
and fiber containing composite resin posts to their fullest
potential, the esthetic treatment of discolored roots will be shown.
Advantages and specific limitations of post materials are
emphasized. Core and foundation materials are compared and
advantages of each are provided. Finally the final restoration is
discussed.
Dr. John O. Burgess is a graduate of Emory
University School of Dentistry. He received his M.S.
in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Texas
Health Science Center in Houston, Texas, completed a
one year General Practice Residency and a two year
General Dentistry Residency. Currently Dr. Burgess is
the assistant Dean for Clinical research at the
University of Alabama at Birmingham. He was
Professor and Chairman of Operative Dentistry and
Biomaterials as well as the Assistant Dean for Clinical
research at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-School of
Dentistry. He was a military consultant in general dentistry to the Air
Force Surgeon General. He received certification from the American
Board of Dentistry and is a diplomat of the Federal Services Board of
General Dentistry. He is a member of the American Academy of Esthetic
Dentistry, The Academy of Restorative Dentistry, American Dental
Association, the American Association for Dental Research and the
Academy of Operative Dentistry. Dr. Burgess is a fellow of the Academy
of Dental Materials and the American College of Dentists.
Dr. Burgess lectures extensively nationally and internationally and has
presented more than 700 continuing education courses.
Alaska Cruise - Course Descriptions
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CONFUSION ABOUT OCCLUSION!
Friday, August 8, 2008
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Clinicians: Daniel A. Givan, DMD, PhD
Keith E. Kinderknecht, DMD
Course Description: Clinical problems associated with dental
occlusion can be frustrating for both the dentist and the patient.
Yet, nearly all restorative procedures, from simple to complex,
involve some kind of change to the patient's occlusal condition.
In this course, the participant is introduced to simplified
diagnostic procedures which are both practical and evidence-
based. Successful plans of sequenced treatment are presented and
outcomes discussed.
Educational Objectives: Upon completion of this course
participants will be familiar with:
u A structured exam and diagnostic procedures to develop a
principle-centered plan of treatment
u Answering the question of "What is ideal and who really has
it?"
u Signs and symptoms of oral function and dysfunction
u Guidelines for occlusal therapy focusing on why treatment
choices should be based upon and follow proper diagnosis
u The use of splints in treatment of occlusal problems
“Early Bird” Registrations: Dentist $199; Auxiliary $99
After July 26: Dentist $225; Auxiliary $125
CE Hours: 6
Location: Please check confirmation letter.
Dr. Dan Givan is a Diplomate of the American Board of
Prosthodontics and maintains an active clinical practice at
the UAB School of Dentistry. He received his dental
degree from the University of Mississippi in 1992. He
completed the General Practice Residency program in
1993, a residency in prosthodontics in 1998, and a Ph.D.
in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Alabama
at Birmingham. Dr. Givan currently serves as the
Assistant Director of the Graduate Prosthodontics Residency Program at
the UAB School of Dentistry. For the last decade, he has taught the
Occlusion curriculum which includes courses on temporomandibular
disorders.
Dr. Keith Kinderknecht is a Professor at UAB School of
Dentistry and Director of Occlusion in the Department of
Prosthodontics. He received his D.M.D. with distinction
from the University of Kentucky in 1971 and a certificate
in prosthodontics with distinction in 1990 from the
National Naval Dental Center, Bethesda, MD. Dr.
Kinderknecht has been working in the area of dental
occlusion and articulation, mandibular movement, and TMD for more
than 35 years. He has extensive clinical experience in private practice,
military service, with over 25 years in full-time academic service at
numerous universities. Dr. Kinderknecht serves as a consultant to the
Graduate Prosthodontic Program at the National Naval Dental Center for
the past 17 years. He is the past Chair of the Temporomandibular
Disorders Special Interest Group of the American College of
Prosthodontists. His academic accomplishments include receiving the
outstanding faculty member award from the Oral Roberts University
School of Dentistry in 1979. In 1991, he placed first in the John J, Sharry
Prosthodontic Research Competition of the American College of
Prosthodontists. He has published numerous articles and presented CE
courses and lectures related to Dental Occlusion, TMD and
Prosthodontics.
GET THE PICTURE - DIGITAL DENTAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Friday, August 15, 2008
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Clinicians: Daniel A. Givan, DMD, PhD
Keith E. Kinderknecht, DMD
Course Description: Making good intra-oral pictures can be
challenging. In this course, the participant will learn how digital
cameras, especially SLR cameras, can be set for really great
results. Patient positioning, lighting, and when & how to use
retraction and mirrors will be presented and demonstrated. The
participant will receive practical recommendations for use of a
computer to process images.
Educational Objectives: Upon completion of this course
participants will be familiar with:
u Understanding how to make your camera work for you rather
than you work for your camera
u A practical approach to settings for the modern digital SLR
camera including the mysterious shutter speed, f-stop, and
white balance.
u Use of a standardized series of photos with proper patient
positioning and tissue management
u Practice making intraoral images in a small group session
u Simple image processing on a computer
Recommended Supplies: The participant is welcome to bring a
personal digital camera, retractors, and mirrors (not required) for
the intra-oral exercise
“Early Bird” Registrations: Dentist $250
After August 1: Dentist $300
CE Hours: 6
Location: Please check confirmation letter.
Dr. Dan Givan is a Diplomate of the American Board of
Prosthodontics and maintains an active clinical practice
at the UAB School of Dentistry. He received his dental
degree from the University of Mississippi in 1992. He
completed the General Practice Residency program in
1993, a residency in prosthodontics in 1998, and a Ph.D.
in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Alabama
at Birmingham. Dr. Givan currently serves as the Assistant Director of
the Graduate Prosthodontics Residency Program at the UAB School of
Dentistry. For the last decade, he has taught the Occlusion curriculum
which includes courses on temporomandibular disorders.
Dr. Keith Kinderknecht is a Professor at UAB School of
Dentistry and Director of Occlusion in the Department of
Prosthodontics. He received his D.M.D. with distinction
from the University of Kentucky in 1971 and a certificate
in prosthodontics with distinction in 1990 from the
National Naval Dental Center, Bethesda, MD. Dr.
Kinderknecht has been working in the area of dental
occlusion and articulation, mandibular movement, and
TMD for more than 35 years. He has extensive clinical experience in
private practice, military service, with over 25 years in full-time academic
service at numerous universities. Dr. Kinderknecht serves as a consultant
to the Graduate Prosthodontic Program at the National Naval Dental
Center for the past 17 years. He is the past Chair of the
Temporomandibular Disorders Special Interest Group of the American
College of Prosthodontists. He has published numerous articles and
presented CE courses and lectures related to Dental Occlusion, TMD and
Prosthodontics.
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HELP - I HAVE TMJ!
Friday, September 5, 2008
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Clinicians: Keith E. Kinderknecht, DMD
Daniel A. Givan, DMD, PhD
Course Description: Are you unsure how to approach patients
who have "TMJ"? This course is an introduction to
Temporomandibular Disorders designed for the practitioner with
limited experience in evaluating and working with TMD patients.
It is intended to establish a clear and logical foundation plus a
literature and evidence based approach to the TMD patient based
upon diagnosis of specific disorders.
You are already seeing patients in your practice with disorders
affecting the TMJs and the muscles of mastication. Do you know
who they are? What role should you play in managing these
patients? Do you know how these disorders will affect, alter, or
modify other needed dental treatment? What "tools" do you have
to help you identify, manage, and sort-out these patients. This
foundation course will answer these questions and position you
for further study and understanding of these common disorders
that affect so many of our patients.
Educational Objectives: Upon completion of this course
participants will be familiar with:
v Why using the terms "TMJ" and "TMD" is not useful inmaking treatment decisions.
v The true meaning of TMD and its relation to Orofacial Painv The dynamic multi-factorial causes of and complexity TMDv Why treatment choices should be based upon and follow
proper diagnosis
v The role of the general dentist in managing TMDv Resources for Screening all patients for TMDv Resources for describing and defining specific disorders
known as TMD
“Early Bird” Registrations: Dentist $199; Auxiliary $99
After August 22: Dentist $225; Auxiliary $125
CE Hours: 6
Location: Please check confirmation letter.
Dr. Keith Kinderknecht is a Professor at UAB School
of Dentistry and Director of Occlusion in the Department
of Prosthodontics. He received his D.M.D. with
distinction from the University of Kentucky in 1971 and
a certificate in prosthodontics with distinction in 1990
from the National Naval Dental Center, Bethesda, MD.
Dr. Kinderknecht has been working in the area of dental
occlusion and articulation, mandibular movement, and
TMD for more than 35 years. He has extensive clinical experience in
private practice, military service, with over 25 years in full-time academic
service at numerous universities.
Dr. Dan Givan is a Diplomate of the American Board of
Prosthodontics and maintains an active clinical practice at
the UAB School of Dentistry. He received his dental
degree from the University of Mississippi in 1992. He
completed the General Practice Residency program in
1993, a residency in prosthodontics in 1998, and a Ph.D.
in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Alabama
at Birmingham. Dr. Givan currently serves as the Assistant Director of
the Graduate Prosthodontics Residency Program at the UAB School of
Dentistry.
INFECTION CONTROL: MYTHS, MYSTERIES
AND MANDATES
Friday, August 29
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Clinicians: John M. Coke, DDS
Ken R. Tilashalski, DMD
Course Description: This dynamic duo, with their unique
expertise in Oral Medicine and Oral Pathology, will take you on an
entertaining journey encompassing the many facets of infectious
diseases--from medical history through final treatment. This
clinically-oriented course is designed for dentists, dental hygienists
and dental assistants to present current information regarding
infection control requirements in the dental office. Specific
pathogens and infectious diseases, modes of disease transmission,
susceptibility and risk factors unique to the busy dental office will
be presented. New emerging and re-emerging diseases and their
implications on the dental team will also be discussed.
Immunizations and other ways to reduce infection and transmission
will be emphasized. Numerous clinical examples will be used to
highlight the oral manifestations of infectious diseases.
Educational Objectives:
1. To review the scientific rationale and initiate measures for
disinfection and sterilization.
2. Use of the health questionnaire as an effective screening tool.
3. Be able to recognize the dentally relevant infectious diseases.
4. Recognize clinical manifestations of these infectious diseases.
5. Describe methods to reduce disease transmission.
“Early Bird” Registrations: Dentist $99 Auxiliary $69
After April 4: Dentist $114 Auxiliary $84
CE Credits: 3
Location: Please check confirmation letter
Dr. John Coke graduated in 1973 with a DDS from
Loyola University School of Dentistry in Chicago.
Immediately following, he completed a one-year General
Practice Residency at Portsmouth Naval Hospital,
Portsmouth, VA. After two years as a Naval Dental
Officer in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, he completed a two-
year certificate program in Oral Medicine and Oral
Diagnosis from the University of Illinois - Chicago. Currently, Dr. Coke is
program director for both the AEGD and GPR post-graduate programs at
the University of Alabama School of Dentistry. He is board certified by The
American Board of Oral Medicine, a Diplomate of the American Board of
Special Care Dentistry and a Fellow of the American Association of
Hospital Dentists.
Dr. Ken Tilashalski (“Dr. T”) is quite unique in that he
has earned specialty certificates in both oral and
maxillofacial pathology and endodontics. He is an
Associate Professor in the Department of Diagnostic
Sciences at the University of Alabama School of
Dentistry, and in the Department of Pathology within the
School of Medicine. After receiving his D.M.D. from
Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine,
Dr. Tilashalski completed both of his residencies along with an American
Cancer Society fellowship at the University of Alabama. He subsequently
became board certified in pathology. Dr. T maintains an active private
practice, treating both endodontic and oral pathology patients. In addition,
he is an avid researcher with his most recent work in the areas of smokeless
tobacco, smoking cessation, and endodontic treatment outcomes. Dr. T
lectures extensively nationally and internationally on oral pathology, oral
medicine, and endodontics.
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CURRENT CONCEPTS IN PERIODONTOLOGY FOR
THE DENTAL HYGIENIST
Friday, September 12
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Clinician: Nicolaas C. Geurs, DDS, MS
Course Description: This course will review current
concepts of etiology and treatment of periodontal diseases.
The following topics will be addressed:
u Diagnosis and management of Periodontal disease.
u Local delivery and adjunctive therapy.
u Periodontal medicine: The interface between the oralcavity and the rest of the body.
u When and how to treat esthetic Periodontal problems.
u The role of implants in restoring the patient’s function.
u Esthetics and maintenance therapy of dental implantswill be presented.
Educational Objectives: After completion of this course,
the participants will be able to answer the following
questions:
u What should we tell our patients about periodontaldisease and systemic health?
u When is Periodontal treatment indicated?
u What can be achieved with esthetic Periodontaltreatment?
u How can dental implants make a difference for mypatients?
u What are the implications of dental implants inmaintenance therapy?
“Early Bird” Registration: $99
After August 29: $124
CE Hours: 6
Location: Check Confirmation Letter for Location
Birmingham, AL
Dr. Nico Geurs is an Associate Professor,
Department of Periodontology, at the UAB
School of Dentistry. He received his dental
degree from the Free University of
Amsterdam, in 1992, and he received his
Master's in Clinical Dentistry and completed
the residency program in Periodontics from
UAB in 1995. Dr. Geurs is a Diplomate of the American
Board of Periodontology and lectures on clinical
periodontics and dental implantology.
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ENDODONTICS UPDATE OF DIAGNOSIS,
INSTRUMENTATION, OBTURATION, AND RESTORATION
Saturday, September 20, 2008
9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Clinicians: Paul Eleazer, DDS, MS
Toni Tien Neumeier, DMD, FAGD
Course Description: This course begins with a discussion of the
subtleties of diagnosis. Many things mimic endodontic problems,
and the result can be ineffective treatment. This broad topic will
be condensed into clinically useful tips and suggestions.
Instrumentation and obturation topics will be discussed briefly.
The afternoon session focuses on treatment choice between
implant vs. endodontic treatment. The criteria for post selection
and decision making on final restoration for an endodontic treated
tooth.
Educational Objectives: At the conclusion of the course, the
participant will:
1. Be aware of various factors that may lead to misdiagnosis.
2. Become aware of radiographic features that can lead the
generalist to decide treatment may be best handled by a
specialist.
3. Recognize the pitfalls of advertisements for new
instrumentation.
4. Have information on probable improvements on the horizon,
both for instrumentation and obturation.
5. Be able to discuss factors affecting selection of restoration
following implant vs. endodontic treatment.
6. Be able to discuss factors influencing post selection and core
material indications.
7. Understand clinical examples presented to aid the clinician in
daily practice.
"Early Bird" Registrations: Dentist $199 Auxiliary $99
After September 6: Dentist $224 Auxiliary $124
CE Hours: 6
Location: Please check confirmation letter.
Dr. Paul Eleazer was born and raised in Georgia. He
earned a DDS degree from the University of North
Carolina in 1970. He served in the US Public Health
Service in Alaska and Arizona. He then earned a
certificate in Endodontics and a Master in Oral Biology
at Temple University in Philadelphia. Dr. Eleazer
practiced endodontics in Albany Georgia for 21 years.
In 1996 he moved to Louisville to lead the residency
program in endodontics and eventually chair the
Department of Periodontics, Endodontics and Dental Hygiene. He moved
to UAB in the Spring of 2000.
Dr. Toni Tien Neumeier is an Associate Professor in the
Department of Comprehensive Dentistry at The University
of Alabama School of Dentistry, where she earned her
DMD degree and also completed a residency in
Prosthodontics. She received her fellowship award from
the Academy of General Dentistry in 1998. Dr. Neumeier
currently is the course director for Preclinical Fixed
Prosthodontics, Complete Denture and Restoration of Endodontically-
Treated Teeth. She also teaches in the Comprehensive Care Clinic.
DENTAL CARE FOR SPECIAL NEEDS
CHILDREN AND ADULTS
Saturday, September 20, 2008
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Clinicians: John B. Thornton, DMD, MA
Stephen C. Mitchell, DMD, MS
Purpose of the Course: Through funding from
the Alabama Council on Developmental
Disabilities, Montgomery, Alabama, we are
offering a course and CEU credit free of charge
for training and education in the management of
special needs patients, such as children and
adults with cerebral palsy, developmental delays,
genetic disorders, medical issues, etc. Attendees
will only be asked to evaluate the learning
experience after the course and sometimes later
in the year to see what, if any, impact it may
have on access and dental case for those with
special needs in their practice.
John B. Thornton is Professor,
Department of Pediatric Dentistry
and Associate Dean for Community
Affairs. Dr. Thornton is Board
Certified in Pediatric Dentistry. He
is also co-director of the Sparks
Center Dental Clinic, UAB.
Stephen C. Mitchell is an Associate
Professor in the Department of
Pediatric Dentistry and Director of
the Undergraduate Program in
Pediatric Dentistry.
Tuition is funded by a grant.
CE Hours: 7
Location: Check Confirmation Letter for room.
Birmingham, AL
Limited Attendance of 60 participants. It is
preferred that the dentist and hygiene team attend
together but is not required.
Possibilities in Dentistry:ATeam Approach to InterdisciplinaryCosmetic and Restorative Dentistry
Friday, September 269 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Clinician: David Little, DDS
Course Description: Through the use of multimedia,
computer generated morphing, unenhanced digitized
photographs and cutting-edge profiles of materials, this
course will not only take the participant to a higher level of
technical knowledge, it will excite and motivate the dentist
and the team to achieve new standards of cosmetic care.
Today, you can produce more efficient and more natural-
looking restorations than ever before. If you're interested in
learning about new products and techniques from a
practicing general dentist, you'll find a generous amount of
up-to-date information you can integrate into your practice
immediately! An enthusiastic speaker, Dr. David Little will
present the cosmetic, restorative and implant dentistry
options he incorporates into his own successful practice.
Dr. Little's presentation will discuss the exciting
possibilities of restorative dentistry in your practice.
Review of systems and treatment options will be offered
with techniques that can be implemented immediately.
Esthetic restorative material and techniques will be
presented. Cases will detail impression taking, wax-up
requirements, co-treatment planning with specialist
involvement, preparation protocol, provisionalization,
laboratory communications, and simplified cementation
recommendations.
Course Objectives
* Learn preparation protocol and technique for today's
esthetic materials
* Learn simple techniques for provisionilization
* Impression materials and techniques
* Learn patient relations: case acceptance techniques
* Learn step-by-step technique for direct posterior and
anterior restorations
"Early Bird" Registrations: Dentist $199 Auxiliary $99
After September 10: Dentist $224 Auxiliary $124
CE Hours: 6
Location: Wynfrey Hotel, 1000 Riverchase Galleria,
Birmingham, AL. (205) 987-1600.
Dr. David Little performs cosmetic and full
mouth restorations including restoring
dental implants. He is a graduate of the
University of Texas Health Science Center
Dental School located in San Antonio where
he resides. He is a popular international
speaker and consultant on emerging
restorative techniques and materials.
This course made possible in part through educationalgrants from Dentsply Caulk and Sullivan Schein Dental.
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DON'T MESS WITH METH
EROSION AND DAMAGE TO TEETH
Saturday, September 27
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Clinicians: Belinda Waldo, DMD
Perng-Ru Liu, DMD, MS
Course Description: Dental erosion is the break down of tooth
structure caused by acid on teeth. This is a newly developed course for
practitioners and dental staff which will address current patient
conditions including enamel erosion from methamphetamine use, acid
reflux and acidic foods in the diet.
The first part of the presentation will discuss the trend of
methamphetamine consumption, signs and symptoms of recognizing
the user and the meth laboratory and damage to teeth from
methamphetamine ingestion. The second half of the lecture will focus
on restoration of the dentition destroyed by erosion and comprehensive
treatment planning for patients requiring full mouth rehabilitation.
Case presentations will include a discussion of dental materials used in
treatment and preventive measures to minimize damage to teeth.
Educational Objectives: Upon completion of this course participants
will be familiar with:
1. Signs and symptoms of methamphetamine usage
2. Recognition of the meth lab and ingredients for synthesis of the
drug
3. Methamphetamine mode of action on the brain
4. Dental precautions for treatment of the meth user
5. Erosion patterns from extrinsic and intrinsic sources
6. Risk factors for erosion- foods, dietary habits and occupations
7. Restorative treatment options for eroded teeth
8. Case presentations of full mouth rehabilitation patients
“Early Bird” Registration: Dentist $99 Auxiliary $69
After September 13: Dentist $114 Auxiliary $84
CE Hours: 3
Location: Please check confirmation letter.
Dr. Waldo is an Assistant Professor in the Department of
Comprehensive Dentistry and received her DMD degree
from the UAB School Of Dentistry in 1981. She
practiced in Cincinnati, Ohio for several years and
returned to UAB in 1985. She completed a residency in
Advanced General Dentistry at the School of Dentistry
in 2000 and joined the faculty. Dr. Waldo is involved in
the pre-clinical and clinical teaching programs in the
Comprehensive Dentistry Department and provides
patient care in the Dental Faculty Practice Group. She is
the course director for removable partial prosthodontics and lectures in
operative dentistry, fixed prosthodontics and cariology.
Dr. Perng-Ru Liu is a 1985 graduate of Chung-Shan
Medical and Dental College, Taiwan, Republic of China.
He received his Prosthodontic Certificate, MS and DMD
Degrees from the UAB School of Dentistry and is
Professor and Chair of the Department of
Comprehensive Dentistry. Dr. Liu has lectured nationally
and internationally on CAD-CAM, Esthetic and Implant
Dentistry.
For the Most Up-to-Date
Information on Continuing Dental
Education Course Offerings,
please visit our website:
www.dental.uab.edu
Any changes, additions or
cancellations will be automatically
updated on our website.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Classes are limited in
enrollment to permit maximum educational experience for
participants. The Committee on Continuing Dental
Education reserves the right to cancel any course and modify
the course content or teaching staff as necessary. Persons
registered in a canceled course will be notified by telephone
using the number listed on the registration form. The Office
of Continuing Dental Education cannot be held responsible
for a non-refundable airline ticket in the event of course
cancellation.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
REGISTRATION INFORMATIONTelephone Number: (205) 934-3753
Fax Number: (205) 975-9651
Web: http://www.dental.uab.edu
POLICY OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
The University of Alabama at Birmingham administers its educational
programs and activities, including admission, without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, age, national origin, handicap, or Vietnam era or disabled
veteran status. (Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 specifically
prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex.) Direct inquiries to the UAB
Affirmative Action Officer, The University of Alabama at Birmingham,
UAB Station, Birmingham, Alabama 35294.
DISCLAIMER
Dental education institutions have an obligation to disseminate new
knowledge related to the practice of dentistry. In so doing, some
presentations may include controversial materials or commercial
references. Sponsorship of a continuing education course by the University
of Alabama School of Dentistry does not necessarily imply endorsement of
a particular philosophy, procedure or product by this institution.
LOCATION
The School of Dentistry is located at 1919 Seventh Avenue South. Parking
is available in Deck #3 on University Boulevard. The main doors to the
Dental School are locked during the weekends and evenings after working
hours. CDE course participants should go to the back of the Dental School
where someone will be posted at the door at least 30 minutes before and
after the start of the weekend programs. A map will be included with your
Confirmation Letter sent approximately two weeks before the start of the
program.
HANDOUTS, BREAKS AND MEALS
The price of your course includes handout materials and coffee breaks,
unless otherwise noted. All-day courses include lunch, unless otherwise
noted. If you have special dietary needs, please call 205.934.3753 at least
five business days before the start of the course to inform us of your dietary
requirements.
LODGING
Along with your confirmation letter, you will receive a list of area hotels. It
is up to you to contact the hotel and make reservations. Inform the hotel you
will be participating in a Continuing Education Program at the School of
Dentistry for special rates, when available.
TOPICS OF INTEREST
If there are topics of interest which have not been previously addressed by
Continuing Dental Education, please contact Ms. Anita Wilson,
Coordinator, on 205.934.3753, FAX 205.975.9651, or write and let us know
your special interests.
BAD WEATHER POLICY
Occasionally the Birmingham area experiences bad weather with snow and
ice on the roads making it difficult for employees and participants to get to
the School. Please check with WBHM (90.3 FM), or call 205.934.2165,
and select option 2, for a pre-recorded message about the University’s
status. If UAB is closed, all CDE courses scheduled for that weekend
will be canceled and rescheduled. The CDE office will make every effort
to update the voice mail message on 205.934.3753 and the website
(www.dental.uab.edu) with cancellation and rescheduling information.
When canceled courses are rescheduled, pre-registered participants will be
notified by mail. If a participant cannot attend on the new course date,
he/she may register for another course as seats permit or receive a tuition
refund.
PREREGISTRATION: Preregistration for all courses is necessary.
Applications for registration will be processed in the order received,
and the Office of Continuing Dental Education reserves the right to end
registration when the enrollment limit has been reached. The
registration fee must accompany the application.
REGISTRATION FEES: All registration fees include tuition, course
materials, meals and refreshments (when applicable). See individual
course descriptions for the tuition fees. The registration fee must
accompany the registration form. One check or company credit card
may cover several registrations. Please clearly state all participants’
names and the courses for which they are registering.
REGISTRATION BY MAIL, FAX OR INTERNET: You may choose any of
the following methods to register for courses:
v Mail in your registration form along with your check or creditcard information (MasterCard, VISA and Discover Card only).
Checks should be made payable to Continuing Dental Education
and mailed to: Continuing Dental Education, UAB School of
Dentistry, 1530 3rd Avenue So., SDB 217, Birmingham, AL
35294-0007.
v FAX your registration form and credit card information to (205)975-9651.
v Access our website at www.dental.uab.edu and register via oursecure website.
ON-SITE CHECK-IN: Please arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of the
course to check in and pick up packets. Registration confirmations and
signs in the Dental School Lobby will list room numbers for the day’s
courses. Same day walk-in enrollments will be accommodated on a
space-available basis.
CONFIRMATION: Confirmations will be sent to participants
approximately two weeks before the program. For registrations
received less than two weeks prior to the program, confirmations will
be faxed to those participants who include a fax number on their
registration forms.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Classes are limited in enrollment to permit
maximum educational experience for participants. The Committee on
Continuing Dental Education reserves the right to cancel any course
and modify the course content or teaching staff as necessary. Persons
registered in a canceled course will be notified by telephone using the
number listed on the registration form. The Office of Continuing
Dental Education cannot be held responsible for a non-refundable
airline ticket in the event of course cancellation.
GENERAL REFUND POLICY: Tuition is completely refundable if a
course is canceled by the Director of Continuing Dental Education, or
if the registrant cancels more than 30 days prior to the course. For
cancellations made less than one month prior to the course, the
registrant may apply the entire fee to another course or receive a 50%
refund. No refund will be given for cancellations made less than 7 days
prior to a course; tuition may be applied toward a future course. “No
shows” will forfeit the full tuition. The University requires proof that
checks cleared the bank before refunding tuition paid by check.
Tuition paid by credit card will be refunded to the card charged for
the tuition.
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University of Alabama at Birmingham School of
Dentistry
Continuing Dental Education
1530 3rd Avenue. So., SDB 217
Birmingham, AL 35294-0007
REGISTRATION FORM: You will recieve acknowledgment of your enrollment by mail. Duplicate and complete onregistration form for each registrant. Send, along with payment, to the address below. Registrations will beprocessed in order of receipt. Please direct all questions to the Continuing Dental Education office on205.934.3753.
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