Saturday Clinicians

The maxillofacial region becomes involved with a very large number of viral diseases, some mild, some life threatening in themselves, others life threatening because of their premalignant nature, and all necessary for the dental professional to understand and manage. This lecture offers a clinically relevant review of these very special and often malicious infections, including the proper workup, differential diagnosis and appropriate management or treatment (where treatment is available). Clinical features of prognostic importance will also be discussed. AGD Code: 730

In this session, attendees will learn to:

• Identify the numerous virus infections affecting the maxillofacial region
• Describe clinical features and management of orofacial viral infections
• Describe prognostic features of orofacial viral infections
• Compare look-alike lesions with orofacial viral infections

Dr. Jerry Bouquot
Jerry Bouquot, DDS, MSD, FAAOMP DABOMP, FICD, FADI, FACD, FDSD, FRCM (London) was trained at the University of Minnesota. He is Professor and Chair of the Department of Diagnostic Sciences at the University of Texas at Houston School of Dentistry and Adjunct Professor at West Virginia University School of Dentistry. Recently, the Texas Medical Center awarded him the Fleming and Davenport Award for original research and the University of Minnesota recognized him with its Distinguished Alumnus award.

For years dental professionals have been constrained by the limitations of their profession and the negative effect on their bodies. How do you care for your most important instrument? In this lecture the unique musculoskeletal needs of dental professionals will be discussed as well as musculoskeletal pain and pathology in the dental profession and several common exercise routines for the following dental professionals: novice, master, those experiencing pain. AGD Code: 770

In this session, attendees will learn to:

• Identify the physical demands of dentistry
• Identify the physiological benefits of regular movement and exercise
• Define the terms: functional strength, flexibility, endurance, agility, power and balance
• Identify methods to facilitate regular exercise in a busy professional's schedule
• Identify options for regular exercise while managing pain

Mr. Timothy Caruso
Timothy J. Caruso PT, MBA, MS, Cert. MDT, CEAS is a practicing physical therapist who has focused his professional expertise in the areas of manual therapy, orthopedics and neuromusculoskeletal disorders. He is a member of the ADA's Ergonomic and Disability Support Advisory Committee and has worked extensively with the dental community since 1988.

Social media and electronic communication are gaining popularity in dental practices. In this lecture attendees will learn how to identify and mitigate risks to the dental practice. AGD Code: 550

In this session, attendees will:

• Identify specific risks from electronics communication including email, websites, EMRs, PHRs
• Review regulatory and legal considerations for practices in implementing electronic communications
• Discuss the policies, procedures and interventions needed to comply with regulations impacting electronic communication

Ms. MaryAnn Digman
MaryAnn Digman, RN, BS, MSHA is a Senior Clinical Risk Management Consultant with Medical Protective. Ms. Digman obtained her nursing degree at St. Mary's School of Nursing in Rochester, Minnesota, her Bachelor of Science in Health Education from the University of New Mexico, and her Master of Science in Healthcare Administration from the University of St. Francis in Joliet, Illinois.

This lecture is designed to reacquaint the oral health care provider with an organized approach to the physical examination of the head and neck. A system must be developed in both the history taking and clinical examination to minimize the possibility of missing an underlying pathologic condition. AGD Code: 730

In this session, attendees will learn to:

• Develop a systematic approach for taking a history
• Expand the clinical examination of the head and neck
• Improve documentation of relevant findings

Col. Theresa Gonzales
Col. Theresa Gonzales DMD, MS, MSS graduated Magna Cum Laude from the College of Charleston with a BS in Chemistry and received her DMD from the Medical University of South Carolina. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, and the American Board of Orofacial Pain and a Fellow of the American Board of Oral Medicine. Dr. Gonzales is a 2008 graduate of the United States Army War College and currently commands the Bavaria Dental Activity.

Patients believe you "hung the moon." Staff believes you have all the answers! Well, do you? If you wonder how you will lead your staff in the event of an in-office patient emergency, then you're in the right place. Combine knowledge, staff training and an emergency drug kit and you have a recipe for success. AGD Code: 142

In this session, attendees will learn how to:

• Recognize impending medical emergencies in your practice
• Respond to "events" with clarity, knowledge and conviction
• Reestablish office protocol and train staff
• Refresh your knowledge of equipment and drug essentials

Dr. Catharine Goodson
Catharine Goodson, DDS is a 1985 graduate of the University of Texas at Houston School of Dentistry and practices in League City, Texas. She provides moderate conscious IV sedation in her practice as well as those of her colleagues. Her emergency medical system was developed to provide the General Practitioner a simplified, concise program to remain proactive in the event of any office crisis.

Everyday dentistry is the focus of this lecture seminar. The course will begin with a full understanding of Zirconia restorations and their clinical applications. From single units, implants to anterior smile design, the essence of predictability is what this is all about.Highlights include the latest in impression procedures along with digital impressions, and laboratory communications using the latest software. Direct Pulp Capping and what do you do when you see pink or a bleeding pulpal horn and a step by step approach to preserving the pulp will be presented. The most often overlooked aspect of adhesion dentistry; lights will also be covered. It's not just about the output but so much more. Updates on direct adhesion dentistry, new products, and techniques will be included. AGD Code: 250

In this session, attendees will learn:

• Understanding the pros and cons of each: EMAX, All Zirconia Restoration, Porcelain Restorations
• How preparations vary and why one if far more conservative
• Maximizing your impressions
• The latest in temporization and why the materials have made it so much faster and easier
• Cementation: the latest on techniques, options, primer, silane, bonding agents, RMGI's and more
• How to and when to do onlays, single units and quadrants
• How soft tissue can make or break a case with emphasis on lasers, socket grafting and temporizatiom

Dr. Lou Graham
Lou Graham, DDS is an internationally recognized lecturer extensively involved in continuing education for dental professionals, focusing on incorporating current clinical advancement through "conservative dentistry." Dr. Graham is a graduate of Emory Dental School. He is the former Dental Director of the University of Chicago's Department of Dentistry. Dr. Graham has a private practice in Chicago, IL.

Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) encompass a multitude of conditions which involve the temporomandibular joints, muscles of mastication, and/or contiguous structures. Many TMD diagnostic subgroups share common clinical characteristics. Diagnosis and management of TMD has been associated with many misconceptions and much debate. It is now recognized that multiple factors are involved with the initiation and/or perpetuation of TMD. Additionally, we now have a greater appreciation for the total pain experience including pain mechanisms/pathways and pain referral in the head and neck. The importance of individualizing diagnosis and management for optimum therapeutic outcomes is well-recognized. This course will emphasize diagnosis and non-surgical management of this challenging, yet common group of musculoskeletal disorders. AGD Code: 182

In this session, attendees will learn:

• The rationale for through history and examination
• Current concepts of pain referral in the head and neck
• Diagnostic criteria for commonly occurring TMD subgroups
• Etiologic considerations essential for "case-specific" plans of care for each patient
• The concept of multidisciplinary management of TMD

Dr. Henry Gremillion
Henry A. Gremillion, DDS is a 1977 graduate of Louisiana State University School of Dentistry. He maintained a private practice in Cottonport, Louisiana from 1977 to 1989. He then completed a 2 year Fellowship in Craniofacial Pain and Dysfunction at the University of Florida College of Dentistry. Dr. Gremillion was named Dean of Louisiana State University School of Dentistry in October 2008.

The Texas dental board now requires oral sedation permit holders (Level 1) to obtain 6 hours of sedation continuing education every 2 years instead of every 3 years. This course satisfies the TSBDE requirement for Level 1 permit holders. AGD Code: 164

In this session, attendees will learn:

• How to recognize patients that pose high risk for sedation
• Safe and effective drug selection
• Permitting, documentation and monitoring requirements
• Recognition and management of sedation emergencies

Ernest Luce
Ernest B. Luce, DDS completed dental school at the University of Texas at Houston School of Dentistry in 1985 followed by a General Practice residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 1986. Over the past 20 years his professional interests have focused on the teaching of management of medical emergencies in the dental office and the safe delivery of minimal and moderate sedation, both enteral and parenteral.

As dental implant therapy becomes widespread, the incidence of surgical implant complications rises. Prevention through appropriate case evaluation and treatment planning is of paramount importance. Treatment of complications may result in implant success; however, such treatment involves time, cost and often significant patient morbidity. This presentation will focus on surgical complications associated with dental implant therapy. AGD Code: 616

In this session, attendees will learn to:

• Understand various commonly encountered surgical implant complications
• Evaluate the risk of surgical complications during treatment planning
• Prevent surgical implant complications, when possible
• Discuss treatment approaches for resolving implant complications

Dr. Brian Mealey
Brian L. Mealey, DDS, MS is Professor and Graduate Program Director in the Department of Periodontics at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. He is a Director of the American Board of Periodontology. He maintains an active clinical practice in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry.

Making provisional restorations look like permanent restorations will make the patient leave the dental office with a smile on their face! This course will show you how to do just that. AGD Code: 610

In this session, attendees will learn:

• Necessary steps to achieving the desired result
• Materials necessary to achieve the desired result
• How to transfer the desired result to the lab
• Tips to make the whole procedure go smoothly

Supplies participants should bring:

• Loupes (or safety glasses)
• Masks
• Gloves
• Egg shaped carbide bur
• Pointed finishing carbide bur

Dr. Mary B. Mellard
Mary B. Mellard, DDS, MAGD maintains a private practice in San Antonio, Texas where she focuses on cosmetic and general dentistry. After over 30 years in the dental field as both an assistant and a dentist, she loves to share her experience with others. She has received numerous awards and recognitions for her dedication to the profession including the Lifelong Learning and Service Recognition Award from the Academy of General Dentistry.

During your routine oral cancer screenings, have you noticed something abnormal on a patient's face, lip, eye or skin? Do you just let it go, or have you actually brought it to the patient's attention? This lecture will enlighten you and help you understand the difference between normal and abnormal. Something abnormal to you may not be that abnormal. Are tanning beds really that safe, and what is UV Radiation? What number of sunscreen is absolutely necessary? By the end of this course you will know what to say to your patients and how to say it. AGD Code: 736

In this session, attendees will learn:

• To identify the difference between ordinary moles and dysplastic nevi
• The clinical signs of malignant melanoma, basal and squamous cell carcinoma
• The risk factors for melanoma
• Preventive measures to reduce the chance of skin cancer
• The products approved by The Skin Cancer Foundation
• How to identify oral melanoma
• Cancer treatments and their oral side effects
• How to do a proper cancer exam
• Management options for testing and removing moles
• To identify successful treatment options

Ms. Shannon Nanne
Ms. Shannon M. Nanne, RDH is a registered dental hygienist practicing since 1994 when she graduated from The University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. She is currently the President of The Cleveland Dental Hygienists' Association and Manager of Professional Education for GSK. Ms. Nanne lectures to dentists, hygienists, pharmacists and oncologists both nationally and internationally.

CAD CAM technology is so much more than single crowns in the back of the mouth. We will talk about single units, quadrants, full mouth rehabilitation, composite fillings and veneers in this lecture presentation. AGD Code: 138

In this session, attendees will learn about:

• Single units
• Multiple units
• Staining and glazing
• Appropriate scheduling

Dr. Tony Soileau
Tony Soileau, DDS is a general dentist from Lafayette, Louisiana. He graduated from LSU School of Dentistry in New Orleans in 1994. He is past president of his local dental society and is an associate professor at LSU School of Dentistry. His practice focuses of restorative rehabilitation and cosmetic enhancements.

The transformation of the dentition and oral structures through the primary, mixed and early permanent dentition may result in various problematic presentations. Identification and timely intervention will assure not only the child's developmental well-being but may also minimize future treatment costs. AGD Code: 430

In this session, attendees will learn to:

• Appreciate the ease and value of a thorough pediatric examination
• Determine appropriate timing and intervention for common eruption disturbances
• Manage parafunctional habits and appropriate use of space maintainers
• Identify upper airway obstruction and intervention for pseudo anterior cross-bite

Dr. Jane Soxman
Jane A. Soxman, DDS is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, a Fellow in the American College of Dentists, seminar instructor for two general practice residencies, and on the Board of Advisors for General Dentistry. Her lectures combine the dental literature and private practice experiences.

A surge of new technological developments, coupled with the limitations of existing disease detection methodologies, is propelling the field of medical diagnostics forward at unprecedented rates. Advancements in proteomics and nanotechnology are paving the way for diagnostic tests that will be capable of rapid multi-analyte detection in both laboratory and non-laboratory settings. Technological advancements have also benefitted biomarker research to the point where saliva is recognized as an excellent diagnostic medium that can be collected simply and non-invasively. Salivary biomarkers have been identified that may provide diagnostic information about a variety of cancers and other diseases. The emphasis of this lecture presentation will be to inform the audience of recent advances in salivary diagnostic research. AGD Code: 730

In this session, attendees will learn:

• The physiology of mammary and salivary gland tissues
• The history of salivary diagnostics
• The current advances in salivary research
• About research findings at the University of Texas at Houston School of Dentistry concerning breast cancer detection

Dr. Charles Streckfus
Charles F. Streckfus, DDS is currently a professor in the Department of Diagnostic Sciences at the UT School of Dentistry, a Fellow in the Academy of Oral Medicine and a Fellow of the American Academy of Dentistry. He has received many honors and awards including the prestigious President's Award for Scientific Excellence presented by the International Society for Preventive Oncology, 6th International Symposium Predictive Oncology Intervention Strategies, Pasteur Institute, Paris France, February 12, 2002.

The delivery of dental care is demanding on the body. Dental professionals are prone to unique muscle imbalances and require special exercise, postural techniques and fitness guidelines to avoid pain syndromes, injury or early retirement. This research-based lecture will provide attendees with knowledge they can apply immediately to improve their (and their patient's) overall health. AGD Code: 770

In this session, attendees will learn:

• How to avoid painful muscle imbalances with an exercise program developed specifically for dental professionals
• To identify generic exercises that can worsen your health
• How to incorporate chairside stretching into their workday
• How to identify painful trigger points in their patients that manifest as a "muscular toothache"
• Self-treatment techniques for painful trigger points in the neck/shoulder
• Criteria to select the right health care professional
• To combat the detrimental physical effects of stress

Ms. Bethany Valachi
Bethany Valachi, PT, MS, CEAS is a physical therapist, dental ergonomic consultant and author of the book, Practicing Dentistry Pain-Free." She is CEO of Posturedontics®, a company that provides research-based dental ergonomic educations, and clinical instructor of ergonomics at OHSU School of Dentistry in Portland, Oregon.

The purpose of this lecture course is to teach oral health team members how to deliver effective and efficient tobacco cessation advice. The introduction will cover the negative health effects of tobacco use followed by a discussion focused on the latest techniques and pharmacological adjunct therapy used to treat nicotine dependence. AGD Code: 158

In this session, attendees will learn:

• About oral health problems related to all forms of tobacco use
• To deliver effective tobacco cessation messages
• The advantages of using pharmacological adjunct therapy along with behavior modification techniques to help patients stop using tobacco
• A tobacco cessation program for the dental office and various roles each member of the team should play

Dr. Nancy Williams
Nancy Williams, RDH, EdD, has been involved in tobacco cessation for over 20 years. She has served as ADHA and then ADEA's consultant to NIH's National Dental Tobacco Free Steering Committee. In 2001, she receved teh ADHA Presidential Citation for her work in tobacco cessation.

We all want to keep ourselves (and our patients) safe in the office. This lecture seminar will help attendees understand the steps to take to: protect your patients, protect yourself, comply with CDC (Centers for Disease Control) and OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) guidelines, and understand how patients judge your office's cleanliness. In a fun, participatory session we will help you clean up your office's dirty little secrets such as: hand washing (chances are you are not doing it right), at risk receptionists, instruments, patient's restrooms, and personal protective equipment.
AGD Code: 148

In this session, attendees will learn to:

• Evaluate your reception area, treatment room and instrument processing area
• Increase the effectiveness of your infection control efforts
• Manage your safety programs
• Understand how patients evaluate office cleanliness

Ms. Jill Yeager
Jill Yeager has been working in dentistry for 30 years. She has lectured for the Texas Dental Association, the Greater Houston Dental Society, and the University of Texas at Houston School of Dentistry and has worked with dental offices on compliance issues since 1988.

Coding procedures commonly performed in the general dental practice can be tricky. An understanding of the definitions and situations for which they apply is important. This lecture will review the current CDT Codes, their exact and appropriate uses, and the insurance policy restrictions for a wide variety of dental plans. AGD Code: 554

In this session, attendees will learn:

• To understand the new CDT Codes and their correct use
• To know why narratives are rejected
• When and how to appeal denied dental claims

Dr. Olya Zahrebelny
Olya Zahrebelny, DDS graduated in 1978 from the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Toronto, Canada, then completed a General Practice residency, focusing on oral surgery, oral medicine, and oral pathology. She has practiced in both hospital and private practice environments for the past 32 years. Dr. Zahrebelny is a former consultant to commercial and government insurance programs.

This course will be held OFF SITE at HCC Coleman College, 1900 Pressler St., Houston, Texas 77030

This course meets the certification expectations for initial coronal polishing of the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE) for Dental Assistants. HCC's Coleman College's Dental Assisting Program is a CODA-Accredited Dental Assistant Program recognized by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners to provide a Coronal Polishing Course.

In this session, attendees will learn to:

• Perform infection control procedures specific to coronal polishing
• Review oral anatomy and tooth morphology related to retention of plaque and stain
• Explain indications, contraindications, and complications of Coronal Polishing
• Identify Texas jurisprudence issues relating to Coronal Polishing
• Describe the principles of Coronal Polishing, including armamentarium, operating and patient positioning, technique and  polishing agents
• Perform polishing coronal surfaces of teeth

To obtain certification, the Dental Assistant must:

• Have at least two (2) years of Dental Assisting work experience (attendees must provide a notarized letter from their employer stating that they have two years' experience as a dental assistant to the TSBDE upon application).
• Have a current IDA or CPR Certification
• Successfully complete this eight (8) hours clinical and didactic course
• Make application to the TSBDE (providing a copy of the certificate of completion from this course).

The course fee includes all materials, supplies, instruments, lunch.

Supplies Participants should bring:

• State Approved ID
• Lab coat
• Goggles

All participants will be required to complete an HCCS enrollment form which includes date of birth and Social Security number requirements.

About Houston Community College Coleman College for Health Sciences:
Founded in 2004, Coleman College confers associate degrees, certificates and professional continuing education in 20 health science fields in a state-of-the-art academic environment. A member institution of the Texas Medical Center, Coleman College provides its students unsurpassed access to world-renowned health science resources and as a campus of the Houston Community College System, offer affordable, rewarding futures.

Ms. Rosie Perez
Rosalva (Rosie) Perez, CDA, RDA, BS  has been the Program Director for the Dental Assisting Program at Houston Community College (HCC) Coleman College for Health Sciences in the Texas Medical Center since 1989. She has a Bachelor of Science Degree with a minor in Psychology from the University of Houston, and a Certificate in Dental Assisting from Houston Community College. Rosie is a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) and Certified Dental Assistant (CDA). She started teaching for HCC in 1985, and has experience as a dental assistant in both General Dentistry and Orthodontics. Rosie is President of the Texas Dental Assistants Association, and the Past President of the Texas Dental Assisting Educators Association and the Greater Houston Dental Assistants Society.