Specific focus on the use of emerging technology for the treatment of patients and fabrication of dental prosthesis. This includes the use of intra-oral scanners, CAD/CAM software, milling units, rapid prototyping (3D printing) and new materials. The use of this technology for implant rehabilitation is of special interest.
Course Director - Creator and director of the fourth year Dental School selective that provides students the opportunity to perform various surgical procedures related to dental implants - surgical placement of implants, "uncovering" implants in preparation for restorations and bone grafting procedures. Also includes a pre-clinic lab to familiarize the students with implant surgery and therapy.
The course has also provided experiences/training for the faculty to increase their knowledge of implant dentistry.
Clinical instruction of a group of fourth year dental students in general dentistry - to include, but not limited to, restorative, prosthodontics, implants, oral surgery, periodontics, endodontics, behavioral/patient management and orofacial pain management.
Clinical instruction of third year dental students (10-14) in areas of general dentistry - to include, but not limited to, implants, restorative, prosthodontics, oral surgery, periodontics, endodontics and patient management.
Main focus for third year dental students is patient management, both in terms of business practice and doctor/patient relation.