BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CDA - ECPv6.15.11//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.cda.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for CDA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T160000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20260302T170754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T171605Z UID:10001330-1775898000-1775923200@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Dental Photography Simplified DESCRIPTION:Digital cameras and dental photography are a critical piece of today’s modern dental practice. It can be intimidating and overwhelming to think about and learn\, especially for those who have not used a dSLR camera before. However\, by understanding how to take quality pictures\, you will increase case acceptance\, enhance the value of your practice\, and greatly improve the level of service you can provide for your patients. High quality digital photographs are extremely helpful for excellent laboratory communication\, patient education\, diagnosis\, treatment planning\, and documentation.In this course\, we invite dentists of all skill levels to attend\, whether you’ve never held a camera before or want to take your skill up a notch. Assistants and staff are also invited to attend with the doctor. We believe quality dental photography is a critical component to the modern practice\, and this course will answer your questions and increase your confidence in this important skill.If you are looking to purchase a dSLR camera before the course\, or have any questions regarding your current camera and it’s applicability for this course\, please contact the CE office beforehand so we can help you decide.Hands-On Workshop Exercises: \n\n\n\n\nPortrait\, close-up and intra-oral photography\n\n\n\nLab work and artistic photography\n\n\n\n\nParticipant Requirements:We will have a limited number of cameras available for the course to practice with upon request. If you would like to use one of these cameras\, please bring an SD card with you to the course. Please contact the CE office if you feel you will need a loaner camera and have any questions regarding purchasing an SD card. \n\n\n\nLearning Objectives: \n\n\n\n\nUnderstand the basics of dental photography and how to capture quality images\n\n\n\nBecome familiar with the various equipment and accessories needed\n\n\n\nAcquire workflows that can be incorporated into your practice immediately\n\n\n\nLearn which photographs to take and when URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/dental-photography-simplified-2/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T110000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250721T170340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T170342Z UID:10001084-1755334800-1755342000@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Resilience in Dentistry DESCRIPTION:Recognizing the multifaceted challenges faced by dental professionals\, this program goes beyond traditional methods by embracing a comprehensive and integrative perspective. We will explore strategies encompassing mental\, emotional\, and physical well-being\, fostering resilience from a holistic standpoint. From mindfulness practices to effective stress management techniques\, this course aims to equip dental professionals with a diverse toolkit for self-care. By embracing a holistic approach\, we strive to create a foundation for sustained well-being\, enabling you to navigate the demands of dentistry with balance and resilience. Join us on this journey towards a more comprehensive and integrative approach to professional fulfillment and longevity in the dental field.Topics covered: \n\n\n\n\nBreathing 4-7-8 exercise\n\n\n\nIntroduction of integrative medicine as a philosophy\n\n\n\nOverview of stressors unique to the dental profession\n\n\n\nIntroduction to stress response and effects on the body\n\n\n\nIntroduction to the relaxation response\n\n\n\nMINDBODY modalities to activate the relaxation response\n\n\n\nIntroduction to mindfulness meditation\n\n\n\nCome to your senses mindfulness exercise\n\n\n\nIntroduction to deep breathing techniques\n\n\n\n4-7-8 breathing technique\n\n\n\nBox breathing\n\n\n\nHeart compassion meditation exercise\n\n\n\nIntroduction to aromatherapy\n\n\n\nIntroduction to adaptogens and herbal medicine URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/resilience-in-dentistry-3/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T174649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T174649Z UID:10000671-1752912000-1752944400@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Mandibular Advancement Devices in the Management of Sleep Disordered Breathing (Session 2 of 2) DESCRIPTION:This course will provide an overview of the types of mandibular advancement devices used in the management of sleep disordered breathing\, the pathophysiology of the airway and practice parameters for the dentist in the screening\, treatment and follow-up of the mandibular advancement device.This course will take place over 2-days. Both days will have a didactic and lab sessions. Impressions and bite registrations (both with impression materials and digital scanning will be demonstrated) with the use of a George Gauge will be taken and the participant will use this information to take impressions at their practice and have a mandibular advancement device fabricated and brought to the second day of the course for delivery. Different appliances will be assigned to participants so a variety of appliances can be observed during the day of delivery.Learning Topics: \n\n\n\n\nReview the pathophysiology of sleep disordered breathing and the effects of MAD’s on the airway\n\n\n\nReview practice parameters for the management of SDB with MAD’s\n\n\n\nReview indications and contraindications for the use of MAD’s\n\n\n\nReview of a sleep study report\n\n\n\nUnderstand PAP therapy and its indications (CPAP\, BiPAP\, APAP)\n\n\n\nHands on sessions in taking impressions and bite registrations for the fabrication of mandibular advancement devices (Session 1)\n\n\n\nDeliver a mandibular advancement device (Session 2) URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/mandibular-advancement-devices-in-the-management-of-sleep-disordered-breathing-session-1-of-2/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250623T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250627T123000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T173416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T173418Z UID:10000669-1750665600-1751027400@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Hawaii Symposium 2025 DESCRIPTION:Our Annual UCLA Hawaii Symposium in 2025 will be held at the Hyatt Regency Maui on the West shores of the island of Maui.We will have speakers on multiple topics. Lectures are each morning 8:00 am – 12:30 pm.This symposium is open to all dental professionals.We hope you’ll come join us this year for a great vacation and exceptional education. Aloha! URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/hawaii-symposium-2025/ LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Maui\, 200 Nohea Kai Drive\, Lahaina\, HI\, 96761\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T173749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T174634Z UID:10000670-1749283200-1749315600@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Mandibular Advancement Devices in the Management of Sleep Disordered Breathing (Session 1 of 2) DESCRIPTION:This course will provide an overview of the types of mandibular advancement devices used in the management of sleep disordered breathing\, the pathophysiology of the airway and practice parameters for the dentist in the screening\, treatment and follow-up of the mandibular advancement device.This course will take place over 2-days. Both days will have a didactic and lab sessions. Impressions and bite registrations (both with impression materials and digital scanning will be demonstrated) with the use of a George Gauge will be taken and the participant will use this information to take impressions at their practice and have a mandibular advancement device fabricated and brought to the second day of the course for delivery. Different appliances will be assigned to participants so a variety of appliances can be observed during the day of delivery.Learning Topics: \n\n\n\n\nReview the pathophysiology of sleep disordered breathing and the effects of MAD’s on the airway\n\n\n\nReview practice parameters for the management of SDB with MAD’s\n\n\n\nReview indications and contraindications for the use of MAD’s\n\n\n\nReview of a sleep study report\n\n\n\nUnderstand PAP therapy and its indications (CPAP\, BiPAP\, APAP)\n\n\n\nHands on sessions in taking impressions and bite registrations for the fabrication of mandibular advancement devices (Session 1)\n\n\n\nDeliver a mandibular advancement device (Session 2) URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/mandibular-advancement-devices-in-the-management-of-sleep-disordered-breathing/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250531T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250531T140000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T175147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T175149Z UID:10000672-1748682000-1748700000@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Intro to Acupuncture Points and Needle Based Therapy in Everyday Dentistry DESCRIPTION:This lecture course will provide an overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine acupuncture points and different needle based therapy for managing common dental and orofacial conditions. Descriptions and applications will focus on a patient centered\, personalized\, integrative and complementary approach. Requirements to expand a scope of practice to include Dental Acupuncture will also be covered.Course Topics: \n\n\n\n\n“East meets West” the current evidence for Complementary and Integrative Personalized Precision care\n\n\n\nEastern vs Western philosophy and diagnosis\n\n\n\nDry vs Wet needling\n\n\n\nCommon acupuncture point useful in everyday dentistry and management of anxiety and gagging\n\n\n\nRequirements to expand scope of practice to include Dental Acupuncture\n\n\n\nAseptic technique\, needle types and design\, localizing common dental acupuncture points\, and needling techniques URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/intro-to-acupuncture-points-and-needle-based-therapy-in-everyday-dentistry/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T110000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T175549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T175552Z UID:10000673-1747472400-1747479600@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Resilience in Dentistry DESCRIPTION:Welcome to our transformative course on a holistic approach to improving resilience and preventing burnout in dentistry!Recognizing the multifaceted challenges faced by dental professionals\, this program goes beyond traditional methods by embracing a comprehensive and integrative perspective. We will explore strategies encompassing mental\, emotional\, and physical well-being\, fostering resilience from a holistic standpoint. From mindfulness practices to effective stress management techniques\, this course aims to equip dental professionals with a diverse toolkit for self-care. By embracing a holistic approach\, we strive to create a foundation for sustained well-being\, enabling you to navigate the demands of dentistry with balance and resilience. Join us on this journey towards a more comprehensive and integrative approach to professional fulfillment and longevity in the dental field.Topics covered: \n\n\n\n\nBreathing 4-7-8 exercise\n\n\n\nIntroduction of integrative medicine as a philosophy\n\n\n\nOverview of stressors unique to the dental profession\n\n\n\nIntroduction to stress response and effects on the body\n\n\n\nIntroduction to the relaxation response\n\n\n\nMINDBODY modalities to activate the relaxation response\n\n\n\nIntroduction to mindfulness meditation\n\n\n\nCome to your senses mindfulness exercise\n\n\n\nIntroduction to deep breathing techniques\n\n\n\n4-7-8 breathing technique\n\n\n\nBox breathing\n\n\n\nHeart compassion meditation exercise\n\n\n\nIntroduction to aromatherapy\n\n\n\nIntroduction to adaptogens and herbal medicine URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/resilience-in-dentistry-2/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T182309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T182310Z UID:10000685-1746259200-1746291600@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Endodontic Continuum (Session 6 of 6) DESCRIPTION:This 6 day lecture / workshop course will give you the fundamentals for excellence in endodontic treatment. Our world-renowned\, university and private practice faculty have the knowledge and real world experience to help ensure you are successful in providing endodontic therapy to your patients. This course is designed for clinicians with basic to intermediate RCT experience. We maintain a very high faculty to student ratio during the workshops to ensure a very high quality learning experience for all participants.This is an intense course\, with extensive time spent working on extracted teeth and/or 3D printed tooth replicas. Each participant will be required to proficiently complete at least 3 separate teeth (1 anterior\, 2 posterior including 1 molar) during the workshops. URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/endodontic-continuum-session-6-of-6/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250502T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250502T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T182247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T182249Z UID:10000684-1746172800-1746205200@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Endodontic Continuum (Session 5 of 6) DESCRIPTION:This 6 day lecture / workshop course will give you the fundamentals for excellence in endodontic treatment. Our world-renowned\, university and private practice faculty have the knowledge and real world experience to help ensure you are successful in providing endodontic therapy to your patients. This course is designed for clinicians with basic to intermediate RCT experience. We maintain a very high faculty to student ratio during the workshops to ensure a very high quality learning experience for all participants.This is an intense course\, with extensive time spent working on extracted teeth and/or 3D printed tooth replicas. Each participant will be required to proficiently complete at least 3 separate teeth (1 anterior\, 2 posterior including 1 molar) during the workshops. URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/endodontic-continuum-session-5-of-6/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T182146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T182147Z UID:10000683-1746086400-1746118800@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Endodontic Continuum (Session 4 of 6) DESCRIPTION:This 6 day lecture / workshop course will give you the fundamentals for excellence in endodontic treatment. Our world-renowned\, university and private practice faculty have the knowledge and real world experience to help ensure you are successful in providing endodontic therapy to your patients. This course is designed for clinicians with basic to intermediate RCT experience. We maintain a very high faculty to student ratio during the workshops to ensure a very high quality learning experience for all participants.This is an intense course\, with extensive time spent working on extracted teeth and/or 3D printed tooth replicas. Each participant will be required to proficiently complete at least 3 separate teeth (1 anterior\, 2 posterior including 1 molar) during the workshops. URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/endodontic-continuum-session-3-of-6/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T181814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T181823Z UID:10000681-1745654400-1745686800@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Endodontic Continuum (Session 3 of 6) DESCRIPTION:This 6 day lecture / workshop course will give you the fundamentals for excellence in endodontic treatment. Our world-renowned\, university and private practice faculty have the knowledge and real world experience to help ensure you are successful in providing endodontic therapy to your patients. This course is designed for clinicians with basic to intermediate RCT experience. We maintain a very high faculty to student ratio during the workshops to ensure a very high quality learning experience for all participants.This is an intense course\, with extensive time spent working on extracted teeth and/or 3D printed tooth replicas. Each participant will be required to proficiently complete at least 3 separate teeth (1 anterior\, 2 posterior including 1 molar) during the workshops. URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/endodontic-continuum-session-2-of-6/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250425T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250425T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T181747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T181756Z UID:10000675-1745568000-1745600400@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Endodontic Continuum (Session 2 of 6) DESCRIPTION:This 6 day lecture / workshop course will give you the fundamentals for excellence in endodontic treatment. Our world-renowned\, university and private practice faculty have the knowledge and real world experience to help ensure you are successful in providing endodontic therapy to your patients. This course is designed for clinicians with basic to intermediate RCT experience. We maintain a very high faculty to student ratio during the workshops to ensure a very high quality learning experience for all participants.This is an intense course\, with extensive time spent working on extracted teeth and/or 3D printed tooth replicas. Each participant will be required to proficiently complete at least 3 separate teeth (1 anterior\, 2 posterior including 1 molar) during the workshops. URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/endodontic-continuum-session-1-of-6/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250424T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250424T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T181703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T181728Z UID:10000674-1745481600-1745514000@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Endodontic Continuum (Session 1 of 6) DESCRIPTION:This 6 day lecture / workshop course will give you the fundamentals for excellence in endodontic treatment. Our world-renowned\, university and private practice faculty have the knowledge and real world experience to help ensure you are successful in providing endodontic therapy to your patients. This course is designed for clinicians with basic to intermediate RCT experience. We maintain a very high faculty to student ratio during the workshops to ensure a very high quality learning experience for all participants.This is an intense course\, with extensive time spent working on extracted teeth and/or 3D printed tooth replicas. Each participant will be required to proficiently complete at least 3 separate teeth (1 anterior\, 2 posterior including 1 molar) during the workshops. URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/endodontic-continuum-6-session-course/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T160000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T190013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T190015Z UID:10000686-1745053200-1745078400@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Dental Photography Simplified DESCRIPTION:Digital cameras and dental photography are a critical piece of today’s modern dental practice. It can be intimidating and overwhelming to think about and learn\, especially for those who have not used a dSLR camera before. However\, by understanding how to take quality pictures\, you will increase case acceptance\, enhance the value of your practice\, and greatly improve the level of service you can provide for your patients. High quality digital photographs are extremely helpful for excellent laboratory communication\, patient education\, diagnosis\, treatment planning\, and documentation.In this course\, we invite dentists of all skill levels to attend\, whether you’ve never held a camera before or want to take your skill up a notch. Assistants and staff are also invited to attend with the doctor. We believe quality dental photography is a critical component to the modern practice\, and this course will answer your questions and increase your confidence in this important skill.If you are looking to purchase a dSLR camera before the course\, or have any questions regarding your current camera and it’s applicability for this course\, please contact the CE office beforehand so we can help you decide. URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/dental-photography-simplified/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T194901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T194901Z UID:10000697-1745049600-1745082000@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Temporomandibular Disorders and Orofacial Pain Diagnosis and Management (Session 6 of 6) DESCRIPTION:Combination of In-person at UCLA School of Dentistry and Live online via Zoom. This course will be comprised of lectures of the temporomandibular joint disorders and clinical instruction related to the examination\, diagnosis and treatment of patients with TMD and orofacial pain disorders.. Interest in TM disorders has gone through evolutionary and revolutionary changes. Consensus on the treatment of TMD has been slowly developing but there is still great controversy over appropriate treatment for these problems. This course will provide training commensurate with standards of care that have been developing in the academic communities around the world over the last 3 decades. This course is designed to offer a comprehensive experience for the practicing dentist that will connect the medical and dental aspects of TMD. URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/temporomandibular-disorders-and-orofacial-pain-diagnosis-and-management-session-5-of-6/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250418T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250418T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T194840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T194840Z UID:10000696-1744963200-1744995600@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Temporomandibular Disorders and Orofacial Pain Diagnosis and Management (Session 5 of 6) DESCRIPTION:Combination of In-person at UCLA School of Dentistry and Live online via Zoom. This course will be comprised of lectures of the temporomandibular joint disorders and clinical instruction related to the examination\, diagnosis and treatment of patients with TMD and orofacial pain disorders.. Interest in TM disorders has gone through evolutionary and revolutionary changes. Consensus on the treatment of TMD has been slowly developing but there is still great controversy over appropriate treatment for these problems. This course will provide training commensurate with standards of care that have been developing in the academic communities around the world over the last 3 decades. This course is designed to offer a comprehensive experience for the practicing dentist that will connect the medical and dental aspects of TMD. URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/temporomandibular-disorders-and-orofacial-pain-diagnosis-and-management-session-4-of-6/2025-04-18/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250405T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250405T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T190221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T190223Z UID:10000687-1743843600-1743872400@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Update on Removable Partial Denture (RPD) Therapy DESCRIPTION:Do you want to improve the treatment acceptance for your partially dentate patients by offering a more affordable replacement treatment option to replace their missing teeth? Have a highly esthetic demanding patient with missing teeth who cannot afford the fixed treatment options? Ever wonder if strategic placement of fewer dental implants can improve the RPD treatment outcomes and help your patients? Today’s RPD therapy enables dentists to offer great affordable treatment alternatives to address patients’ esthetic and functional needs. This course is intended to provide an updated overview of contemporary removable partial dentures therapy and to help participants integrate predictable RPD treatment into day-to-day clinical care.Lecture Topics \n\n\n\n\nDiagnosis and treatment planning for your partially dentate patients\n\n\n\nOverview of RPD design principles\n\n\n\nThe benefits and pitfalls of various contemporary materials for RPD framework\n\n\n\nEsthetic RPD solution for highly esthetic demanding situation\n\n\n\nUse of dental implants to enhance RPD treatment outcomes\n\n\n\nDigital workflow: RPD digital design and manufacturing\n\n\n\nTreatment consideration and integration for combination cases\n\n\n\nAdvanced RPD design alternatives (e.g. use of attachments\, rotational path RPD) URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/update-on-removable-partial-denture-rpd-therapy/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250404T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250404T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T191035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T191040Z UID:10000688-1743757200-1743784200@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF) DESCRIPTION:Platelet-rich fibrin (L-PRF) is an autogenous matrix derived from the concentration of the patient’s blood platelets. A simplified chairside procedure results in the production of a fibrin membrane that is capable of stimulating the release of many important growth factors involved during wound healing processes that take place after surgery. This course will provide lectures and a hands-on laboratory session to become knowledgeable in the use of the L-PRF technology.Learning Topics: \n\n\n\n\nBlood draw technique\n\n\n\nBiological principles of L-PRF\n\n\n\nCase selection and planning\n\n\n\nSurgical techniques\n\n\n\nPRF preparation techniques\n\n\n\nManagement of complications and post-operative care\n\n\n\nUse and creation of PRF from start to finish\n\n\n\nWorkshop Exercises\n\n\n\nGrowth Factors in Implant Dentistry\n\n\n\nSoft tissue management\n\n\n\nComplications and management\n\n\n\nOptimizing outcome URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/platelet-rich-fibrin-prf-2/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250321T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250321T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T191234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T191235Z UID:10000689-1742547600-1742574600@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Suturing Techniques and Principles DESCRIPTION:Surgical procedures in dentistry are becoming much more commonplace\, where all dentists must be well-versed in basic and advanced suturing techniques. Whether performing a simple interrupted suture after draining a tooth abscess\, or releasing the periosteum to close a large incision after alveolar ridge augmentation\, many of the principles of tissue handling\, instrumentation\, and possible complications are the same. This course will review medical and local factors that can affect wound healing and review principles of suturing. Specific hands-on workshops will also be included to learn flap design\, basic and advanced suturing techniques\, focusing on tension-free closure\, and choosing appropriate suture materials. This course will make the participant more comfortable and confident in their suturing abilities\, allowing them to incorporate more surgical procedures into their daily practice.Course Topics: \n\n\n\n\nReview wound healing and principles of suturing\n\n\n\nChoosing the best suture size and material\n\n\n\nInterrupted vs. continuous suturing; horizontal and vertical mattress suturing; figure-of-eight; sling suturing\, and others\n\n\n\nSuturing techniques for extraction sockets\, bone grafting\, implants\, soft tissue grafting URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/suturing-techniques-and-principles-2/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250308T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250308T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T195016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T195016Z UID:10000695-1741420800-1741453200@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Temporomandibular Disorders and Orofacial Pain Diagnosis and Management (Session 4 of 6) DESCRIPTION:Combination of In-person at UCLA School of Dentistry and Live online via Zoom. This course will be comprised of lectures of the temporomandibular joint disorders and clinical instruction related to the examination\, diagnosis and treatment of patients with TMD and orofacial pain disorders.. Interest in TM disorders has gone through evolutionary and revolutionary changes. Consensus on the treatment of TMD has been slowly developing but there is still great controversy over appropriate treatment for these problems. This course will provide training commensurate with standards of care that have been developing in the academic communities around the world over the last 3 decades. This course is designed to offer a comprehensive experience for the practicing dentist that will connect the medical and dental aspects of TMD. URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/temporomandibular-disorders-and-orofacial-pain-diagnosis-and-management-session-4-of-6-2/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250307T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250307T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T194953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T194953Z UID:10000694-1741334400-1741366800@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Temporomandibular Disorders and Orofacial Pain Diagnosis and Management (Session 3 of 6) DESCRIPTION:Combination of In-person at UCLA School of Dentistry and Live online via Zoom. This course will be comprised of lectures of the temporomandibular joint disorders and clinical instruction related to the examination\, diagnosis and treatment of patients with TMD and orofacial pain disorders.. Interest in TM disorders has gone through evolutionary and revolutionary changes. Consensus on the treatment of TMD has been slowly developing but there is still great controversy over appropriate treatment for these problems. This course will provide training commensurate with standards of care that have been developing in the academic communities around the world over the last 3 decades. This course is designed to offer a comprehensive experience for the practicing dentist that will connect the medical and dental aspects of TMD. URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/temporomandibular-disorders-and-orofacial-pain-diagnosis-and-management-session-3-of-6-2/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250301T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250301T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T191424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T191425Z UID:10000690-1740816000-1740848400@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Preservation of Alveolar Bone Dimensions in Extraction Sockets DESCRIPTION:The exponential growth in implant dentistry has resulted in the development of a number of new and important procedures. The preservation of the dimensions of the alveolar ridge after tooth removal is crucial for the successful placement of dental implants. The scientific evidence demonstrating the effectiveness of bone grafts and guided bone regeneration in preserving and regenerating hard tissue in extraction sockets is overwhelming. This hands-on workshop uses a pig jaw model where participants will practice the regenerative treatment of fresh extraction sockets\, including the selection and use of bone grafts\, membranes and biological wound dressings. Additionally\, participants will be taught flap elevation and suturing techniques that may be used in conjunction with ridge preservation procedures. URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/preservation-of-alveolar-bone-dimensions-in-extraction-sockets/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250208T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250208T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T193704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T195538Z UID:10000693-1739001600-1739034000@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Temporomandibular Disorders and Orofacial Pain Diagnosis and Management (Session 2 of 6) DESCRIPTION:Combination of In-person at UCLA School of Dentistry and Live online via Zoom. This course will be comprised of lectures of the temporomandibular joint disorders and clinical instruction related to the examination\, diagnosis and treatment of patients with TMD and orofacial pain disorders.. Interest in TM disorders has gone through evolutionary and revolutionary changes. Consensus on the treatment of TMD has been slowly developing but there is still great controversy over appropriate treatment for these problems. This course will provide training commensurate with standards of care that have been developing in the academic communities around the world over the last 3 decades. This course is designed to offer a comprehensive experience for the practicing dentist that will connect the medical and dental aspects of TMD. URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/temporomandibular-disorders-and-orofacial-pain-diagnosis-and-management-session-1-of-6/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250207T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250207T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20250120T193601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T193644Z UID:10000692-1738915200-1738947600@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Temporomandibular Disorders and Orofacial Pain Diagnosis and Management (Session 1 of 6) DESCRIPTION:Combination of In-person at UCLA School of Dentistry and Live online via Zoom. This course will be comprised of lectures of the temporomandibular joint disorders and clinical instruction related to the examination\, diagnosis and treatment of patients with TMD and orofacial pain disorders.. Interest in TM disorders has gone through evolutionary and revolutionary changes. Consensus on the treatment of TMD has been slowly developing but there is still great controversy over appropriate treatment for these problems. This course will provide training commensurate with standards of care that have been developing in the academic communities around the world over the last 3 decades. This course is designed to offer a comprehensive experience for the practicing dentist that will connect the medical and dental aspects of TMD. URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/temporomandibular-disorders-and-orofacial-pain-diagnosis-and-management-6-session-course/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241213T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241213T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20241125T183027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T183042Z UID:10000582-1734080400-1734109200@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Sinus Graft Workshop DESCRIPTION:Sinus floor augmentation has become a routine procedure that enhances the outcome of dental implants placed in the posterior maxilla when insufficient bone volume is found. The question remains\, what is the best choice of donor material to use for sinus grafting? This course will not only provide hands-on laboratory session to familiarize the participant with the surgical techniques\, but also reveal the science behind selection of the appropriate donor material. The surgical technique will be demonstrated from flap design to accessing the sinus floor to proper soft tissue closure and finally to managing complications associated with sinus floor graft. Hands-on workshop will be performed on goat heads or plastic models.Attendance is strictly limited to maintain high instructor to participant ratio. \n\n\n\nLearning Topics:– Surgical approaches: lateral window and crestal approach– Anatomy and physiology of the maxillary sinus– Diagnosis and treatment planning– 3D imaging for maxillary sinus augmentation– Selection of donor material– Soft tissue management– Complications and management URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/sinus-graft-workshop/ CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241213T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241213T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20241125T182059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T182103Z UID:10000581-1734080400-1734109200@www.cda.org SUMMARY:The Efficacy of Hypnosis\, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Biofeedback for the Alleviation of Anxiety\, Pain and Phobias in the Dental Patient DESCRIPTION:For over a century hypnosis has been used as an effective method for the treatment of many different issues in medicine and dentistry. In the field of orofacial pain\, we are often faced with issues whose etiology can often\, to say the least\, be profoundly puzzling. From Bruxism and Gagging to TMD and Migraine\, Hypnotherapy has been time tested and scientifically proven to be an effective adjunct to traditional therapy. While not using it to get the patient to walk like a chicken and quack like a duck\, we can now effectively decrease anxiety\, improve communication and rapport\, diminish pain and improve treatment compliance. This course will take place over 2 days. The attendees will learn the art of hypnotherapy from simple induction techniques\, to deepening procedures through to suggestion methods. Each attendee will receive hands on training experiencing the state of hypnosis as well as how to help their fellow students experience it for themselves. Each student will leave this course with a very effective addition to their toolbox. As an added component\, there will also be a presentation of Biofeedback\, Heart Rate Variability and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.Topics will include:– Hypnosis and its application to dentistry– Basic deepening\, relaxation\, visualization\, and suggestions techniques– Clinical applications – anxiety\, phobias\, pain management– Communication and rapport– Hypnosis and induction techniques– Biofeedback\, heart-rate variability to aid in reducing anxiety and promoting healing– Clinical applications – pain management\, migraine\, TMD\, hypno-anesthesia URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/the-efficacy-of-hypnosis-cognitive-behavioral-therapy-and-biofeedback-for-the-alleviation-of-anxiety-pain-and-phobias-in-the-dental-patient/ CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241123T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241123T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20241114T231420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T205609Z UID:10000573-1732348800-1732381200@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Use of Trigger Point Injections\, Nerve Blocks and Botox in the Treatment of TMD DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for the provider with previous training in the diagnosis and management of orofacial pain and is familiar with the differential diagnoses of non-odontogenic orofacial pain conditions. The course includes a review of anatomy related to temporomandibular dysfunction as well as diagnostic criteria and injection techniques for different types of injections routinely performed in the orofacial pain practice.Learning TopicsReview of pertinent anatomy for injection sitesMechanisms for trigger point injections and nerve blocksWhen Botox is appropriate for TMD treatmentMechanisms for Botox’s use in treating TMDDemonstration and videos of the different injectionsHands on injections with participants practicing on each other with faculty injecting trigger points and nerve blocks one side and participant injecting the other.** To fully participate in the hands-on portion\, a valid CA license and proof of active liability insurance is required. URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/use-of-trigger-point-injections-nerve-blocks-and-botox-in-the-treatment-of-tmd-2/ CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240531T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240602T235959 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20240111T232709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T204049Z UID:10000094-1717113600-1717372799@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Dental Acupuncture and Integrative Oral Medicine (Session 4 of 4) DESCRIPTION:Patients are increasingly seeking out acupuncture as an adjunct to standard pain control measures. This is becoming more relevant in the setting of the current opiate epidemic\, as acupuncture provides a non-pharmacologic approach to reduce pain. This is also important in the realms of sleep medicine and orofacial pain where pharmacotherapy is riddled with a high side effect burden and risk of abuse. Despite the WHO having recommended acupuncture for treatments on headache\, facial pain\, neuralgia and insomnia\, few programs are available for dentists who wish to seek training. \n\n\n\nUCLA School of Dentistry is offering a unique\, evidence-based program to train dentists in the basics of dental acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory. By combining TCM principles with Western allopathic Medicine modalities\, participants will feel comfortable diagnosing and understanding the pathophysiology of both acute and chronic oral pain conditions from an integrative East-West perspective. Moreover\, participants will learn basic acupuncture treatments that can be safely delivered to patients. \n\n\n\n4 Session Course at UCLA February 2-4\, 2024 March 8-10\, 2024 April 19-21\, 2024 May 31- Jun 2\, 2024 \n\n\n\nThis course consists of 50 hours of didactic and 30 hours of clinical training including instruction on the following subjects: -Theoretical foundation of acupuncture\, with emphasis on current physiological concepts as they relate to traditional -Chinese medicine -Acupuncture anatomy and physiology -Acupuncture techniques\, including instruction in the use of needling techniques; moxibustion\, electroacupuncture and other noninvasive techniques for stimulating acupuncture points; precautions (e.g. sterilization of needles); contraindications and complications\, including adverse systemic effects -Application of acupuncture to the practice of dentistry \n\n\n\nKenneth E. Moore\, DDS; Cynthia P. Diep\, DDS\, LAc; Andrew Shubov\, MD URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/dental-acupuncture-and-integrative-oral-medicine-4-session-course-session-1-of-4-3/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240510T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240511T120000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20240305T183956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T184949Z UID:10000393-1715328000-1715428800@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Advanced Education for Excellence in Dental Sleep Medicine (Session 2 of 3) DESCRIPTION:3 Session Course        \n\n\n\nApril 20-21\, 2024  (in person @ UCLA)   Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm and Sunday 8:30am-1:00pmMay 10-11  (online via Zoom)  Friday 8:00am-4:00pm and Saturday 8:00am-12:00pm June 8-9  (in person @ UCLA)  Saturday 8:30am-5:00pm and Sunday 8:30am-1:00pm \n\n\n\nThe interest in Dental Sleep Medicine (DSM) has grown and involves not only oral appliances for Sleep Related Breathing Disorders (SRBD)\, such as sleep apnea and snoring\, but also involves sleep bruxism\, orofacial pain including TMD and related medical conditions. The dentist has a major role in the recognition and management of patients with these conditions. In addition\, the guidelines from the American Dental Association (ADA) indicate that the dentist should be trained to recognize\, facilitate the diagnosis of sleep apnea\, and be well versed in oral appliance therapy. \n\n\n\nCourse lectures are designed to review the aspects of sleep that are relevant to the practicing dentist and are reinforced with demonstration as well as hands-on experience in the clinic. This involves the examination process\, the process of obtaining a bite registration for fabrication of an oral appliance and the delivery of the oral appliance. This course includes the opportunity to fabricate and deliver an oral appliance for the participant. This is not required to take part in the course\, but highly recommended *. \n\n\n\nThis course provides the didactic and clinical knowledge for the dentist to become a productive and successful participant in the management of SRBD\, with the focus primarily on patients within their existing practice. \n\n\n\nThe course is designed to cover all aspects of sleep medicine and sleep disorders through lectures from various specialists. The lectures are designed to review all aspects of sleep that are relative to the practicing dentist and are reinforced with demonstration as well as hands-on experience in the clinic. This involves the examination process\, the process of obtaining a bite registration for fabrication of an oral appliance and the delivery of the oral appliance. The lectures and discussion will involve how the dentist can be a productive and successful participant in the management of sleep disorders\, and specifically SRBD. The expanding definition of DSM will be explored\, as this involves sleep bruxism and all aspects of orofacial pain. \n\n\n\nThis course is designed such that the participant will be optimally competent and be considered qualified in the use of oral appliance therapy for sleep apnea and snoring. This is of particular importance given that Orofacial Pain is now a dental specialty that also involves sleep. Anyone practicing DSM needs to be able to also practice at the same standard of care equivalent to a specialist\, and this course is intended to accomplish this. URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/advanced-education-for-excellence-in-dental-sleep-medicine-3/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event,Affiliate Virtual Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240421T130000 DTSTAMP:20260428T091447 CREATED:20240305T183910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T184941Z UID:10000392-1713600000-1713704400@www.cda.org SUMMARY:Advanced Education for Excellence in Dental Sleep Medicine (Session 1 of 3) DESCRIPTION:3 Session Course        \n\n\n\nApril 20-21\, 2024  (in person @ UCLA)   Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm and Sunday 8:30am-1:00pmMay 10-11  (online via Zoom)  Friday 8:00am-4:00pm and Saturday 8:00am-12:00pm June 8-9  (in person @ UCLA)  Saturday 8:30am-5:00pm and Sunday 8:30am-1:00pm \n\n\n\nThe interest in Dental Sleep Medicine (DSM) has grown and involves not only oral appliances for Sleep Related Breathing Disorders (SRBD)\, such as sleep apnea and snoring\, but also involves sleep bruxism\, orofacial pain including TMD and related medical conditions. The dentist has a major role in the recognition and management of patients with these conditions. In addition\, the guidelines from the American Dental Association (ADA) indicate that the dentist should be trained to recognize\, facilitate the diagnosis of sleep apnea\, and be well versed in oral appliance therapy. \n\n\n\nCourse lectures are designed to review the aspects of sleep that are relevant to the practicing dentist and are reinforced with demonstration as well as hands-on experience in the clinic. This involves the examination process\, the process of obtaining a bite registration for fabrication of an oral appliance and the delivery of the oral appliance. This course includes the opportunity to fabricate and deliver an oral appliance for the participant. This is not required to take part in the course\, but highly recommended *. \n\n\n\nThis course provides the didactic and clinical knowledge for the dentist to become a productive and successful participant in the management of SRBD\, with the focus primarily on patients within their existing practice. \n\n\n\nThe course is designed to cover all aspects of sleep medicine and sleep disorders through lectures from various specialists. The lectures are designed to review all aspects of sleep that are relative to the practicing dentist and are reinforced with demonstration as well as hands-on experience in the clinic. This involves the examination process\, the process of obtaining a bite registration for fabrication of an oral appliance and the delivery of the oral appliance. The lectures and discussion will involve how the dentist can be a productive and successful participant in the management of sleep disorders\, and specifically SRBD. The expanding definition of DSM will be explored\, as this involves sleep bruxism and all aspects of orofacial pain. \n\n\n\nThis course is designed such that the participant will be optimally competent and be considered qualified in the use of oral appliance therapy for sleep apnea and snoring. This is of particular importance given that Orofacial Pain is now a dental specialty that also involves sleep. Anyone practicing DSM needs to be able to also practice at the same standard of care equivalent to a specialist\, and this course is intended to accomplish this. URL:https://www.cda.org/event-details/advanced-education-for-excellence-in-dental-sleep-medicine-2/ LOCATION:UCLA School of Dentistry\, 714 Tiverton\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliate In-Person Event,Affiliate Virtual Event END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR