WELCOME TO OSTEOLOGY RESEARCH ACADEMY BOSTON 2021!

LOCATION: Harvard School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA (In-person)

The Osteology Research Academy brings together leading scientists to share their expertise. Only a few such opportunities are provided in the area of dental and craniofacial research. Don't miss the chance to join this course!  

The course in Boston is a 3.5-day intensive course providing a comprehensive view on most of the aspects of pre-clinical and clinical studies required by young researchers for their daily work.

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Abstract: Sinus elevation procedure has been a treatment solution for the sinus proximity issues upon implant placement. Crestal sinus elevation has especially become increasingly popular, along with a variety of techniques, devices and instruments since it has been introduced. This lecture...

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Course participants will have an opportunity to interact with talented periodontists, oral surgeons, and prosthodontists who are all highly skilled in treating challenging cases. Participants will be introduced to diverse treatment planning philosophies, as well as proven surgical and restorative techniques. Participants will become familiar with different diagnostic and treatment protocols that have been proven to be predictable and efficacious.

Overall Course Objectives: 

1. To present innovative restorative and surgical techniques to treat complex cases...

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Speaker: Dr. Wahn Khang

Abstract: Dental implant placements are a commonly utilized treatment modality for the replacement of missing teeth. Implant placement can either be done at the time of extraction or in later stages. However, when it comes to anterior teeth, there are additional aesthetic concerns during...

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Speaker: Dr. Sam Shamardi

Board-certified dentist Dr. Sam Shamardi earned his dentistry degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. After earning his degree, he trained for a...

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Presenter: Dr. Thomas Nguyen

Abstract: This lecture will allow dentists to familiarize themselves with the different types of suture threads and needles. We will discuss the...

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It’s been a decade since the first interprofessional education collaborative competencies were introduced to health professions education. Since then, educators, students, and patients have experienced great victories in interprofessional education (IPE) and practice. However, despite the best of... Read more about CIPCOH Continuing Professional Education Series | Interprofessional Education: The Devil is in the Details

Temporary anchorage devices (TADs) are an important tool in managing complex malocclusions in orthodontic patients. TADs are considered a relatively new treatment modality; therefore clinicians and orthodontic residents benefit from...

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Speaker: Dr. Eli Machtei

Abstract: While dental implants present a viable alternative to replace missing teeth, it is not without it shortcomings. One such problem is early and late implant failure. While the incidence rate for implants loss is low (less than 5% for early loss and ~1% annually thereafter), it is still a major therapeutic dilemma in the dental office. This presentation will deal with different scenarios of implants' loss, the alternatives to...

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Speaker: Dr. Brooke Blicher

Abstract: Resorptive dental diseases can seem like a confusing and heterogeneous group of entities because of their varying etiologies and presentations. Oversimplification into internal and external forms is misleading given the varying forms of external inflammatory, pressure and cervical resorption. Ultimately, the pathogenesis of resorption is shared across the different types, with the differences in...

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Speaker: Dr. Chia-Yu (Jennifer) Chen

Abstract: With the advent of digital dentistry, clinicians find themselves inundated with new materials, hardware and software in daily practice. A thorough comprehension of the technologies will help us integrate digital solutions to promote communication, as well as acceleraing treatment processes and optimizing treatment outcomes. This presentation will allow dentists to become familiar...

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Join the HSDM Division of Periodontology for another Clinical Lecture Series continuing education opportunity, titled, "Surgical Peri-implantitis Treatment," featuring Dr. Stefano Parma Benfenati. The webinar will take place on Tuesday, March 9 from 10:00-11:00 a.m.

This course will cover surgical treatment plans for peri-implantitis. Peri-implantitis is a bacterial infection of peri-implant supporting tissues, characterized by the loss of supporting bone. Early interception in peri-implantitis is a crucial factor that can improve treatment prognosis. The correct diagnosis... Read more about Clinical Lecture Series: Surgical Peri-implantitis Treatment

Welcome to Advanced Education in Implant Therapy!

Harvard School of Dental Medicine (HSDM) is committed to providing scientifically and clinically relevant continuing education courses for dental professionals seeking to review, enhance and expand their scientific and clinical knowledge.

Course description: Course participants will have an opportunity to interact with highly skilled periodontists, oral surgeons, and prosthodontists who are recognized experts in restoring challenging cases. Participants will be...

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HSDM Continuing Professional Education will be offering a four-part course titled, "Dental Care in the Pediatric Population," which will include four one-hour sessions. Each session is dedicated to a different aspect of pediatric care.

Sessions:

Monday, February 8, 2021 at 1:00 p.m.
Management of Pediatric Special Needs Patients
Neeta Chandwani, DDS

Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at 1:00 p.m.
Pediatric Crowns
Keri Discepolo, DDS, MPH

Thursday, February 11, 2021 at 1:00 p.m.
Endodontics in Pediatric Patients 
Zameera...

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Peri-implantitis treatments may not be considered as predictable as periodontal disease treatments, and not all patients are willing to accept surgical treatment options. Thus, dentists need to understand and offer potential non-surgical treatment options. In this presentation, clinical cases, didactic drawings and videos related to peri-implant disease...

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