Day 3 :
- Major Sessions: Tools and Techniques in Dentistry | Dental Hygiene | Dental and Oral Abnormalities
Location: Philadelphia, USA
Chair
David Mazza
University of Maryland, USA
Co-Chair
Jenner Argueta
Academia de Endodoncia de Guatemala, Guatemala
Session Introduction
Isabelle Machado de Holanda
Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil
Title: Associated dental anomalies and the genetic aetiology: A twins study case
Time : 10:00-10:40
Biography:
Isabelle Machado de Holanda has completed her Master of Science studies from Universidade de São Paulo and Orthodontics Advanced Specialty training from Brazilian Dentistry Association. She was invited by Dr. Stanley Malamed to take the IV Sedation Course as an international guest at the University of Southern California, (USC). Also, she has completed, with awards, the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Externship Program at Indiana University (IUPUI) in 2010. Nowadays, she is a Dental Consultant in the Department of Dental Care at a Health Insurance Company in Brazil working principally with diagnosis and multidisciplinary treatment plan. She has been presenting in both national and international meetings.
Abstract:
The influence of genetic factors in the etiology of associated dental anomalies is the hypothesis of several study cases in families. Studies of genes and interacting molecular pathways have shown the genetically and phenotypically heterogeneity of the condition. Tooth agenesis constitutes the most common developmental anomaly of the human dentition and is frequently associated with other dental anomalies, including ectopia, microdontia and enamel hypoplasia. The prevalence of agenesis is higher in families of affected patients. These evidences highlight the importance of early diagnosis and timely intervention. Also the recognition of the pattern of associated dental anomalies in the same family members. This article aims to present a monozygotic twin sisters study case of agenesis, microdontia, ectopia and delayed dental development demonstrating the high genetic contribution in the etiology of associated dental anomalies. A high correlation for a particular irregularity in pairs of monozygotic twins is evidence that genetics is an important etiology of such abnormality. Unlikely, dizygotic twins which have different genotypes would show a lower correlation for the same irregularity.
Julián Conejo
University of Pennsylvania, USA
Title: Optimized Bonding and Material Selection for Chairside CAD/CAM Dentistry
Time : 11:00-13:00
Biography:
Julian obtained his DDS from the Universidad Latina, Costa Rica in 2005, and then completed training as a specialist in Prosthodontics at the Universidad Intercontinental Mexico in 2008. He is a visiting scholar at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. Julian works in specialist private practice in prosthodontics, with a specific focus on implantology with CAD-CAM technology, in San Jose, Costa Rica. Julian was awarded the Young Clinician Award at the Nobel Biocare World Tour, in Mexico City, 2008 and the ICP Research Fellowship Awrad.He serves as a consultant to several international dental corporations.
Abstract:
With less invasive indirect restorations, bonding optimization and proper material selection is crucial for long term success. Scientific studies and step by step clinical protocols will be described in this lecture with the objective of improving success rates for bonded CAD/CAM restorations.
Yong Kun Kim
University of Pennsylvania, USA
Title: Advancements in bone biology and dental implants
Time : 13:45-14:15
Biography:
Dr. Yong Kun Kim is currently working as clinical assistant professor in department of periodontics, University of Pennsylvania, USA.
Abstract:
With advancement of knowledge in bone biology, Osseointegration of dental implants reached a level of high predictability. Dental implants became a treatment option of choice today in management of single and multiple edentulous sites. Speedy advancement of knowledge in implant dentistry, including guided bone regeneration and surgical techniques resulted, very commonly, technique driven dental care without much consideration of most important factor in dentistry, which is the concept of dental occlusion. The most successful treatment outcome can only be achieved if technique follows the concept. This presentation will illustrate the importance of occlusal concept based oral rehabilitation rather than technique based approach
Analucia Gebler Philippi
Fedaral University of Santa Catarina, Brazil
Title: Relationship between denture wearing and swallowing
Time : 14:15-14:45
Biography:
Analucia Gebler Philippi holds a Master’s degree in Prosthetic Dentistry and Specialist in Prosthetic Dentistry and has a position as Assistant Professor at the Dentistry Department at the Federal University of Santa Catarina for the last 24 years. She has also been presiding the Catarinense Society of Specialists in Prosthetic Dentistry for the last 12 years.
Abstract:
Aspiration pneumonia should be recognized as a dangerous condition, especially in older patients. Some patients with aspiration pneumonia have clinical signs, but some patients who aspirate have clinically silent aspiration, with no recognizable signs or symptoms. Concomitantly, prosthetic treatment with dentures is often required for the elderly. It is important to understand the relationship between denture wearing and feeding function from the perspective of swallowing, since not wearing dentures may result in an increased risk of dysphagia with aspiration in these individuals ignored. To help elucidating the role of complete denture wearing on the swallowing function, a randomized paired clinical trial using videofluoroscopic examination was performed. Ten healthy edentulous subjects were administered three swallows of 5 mL barium liquid, three swallows of 10 mL barium liquid, three swallows of 5 mL barium pudding, 3 swallows of 10 mL of barium pudding and 3 bites of barium dipped cracker with and without both complete dentures. After video acquisition and randomization, two independent speech pathologists performed 300 video evaluations considering penetration/aspiration scores and 14 MBSImP variables. The results showed that wearing complete dentures significantly improved the swallowing function, especially considering solid food consumption (barium dipped cracker).
Juanita Benedict
Healthy Solutions for Dental Professionals, USA
Title: Beyond ergonomics: Why you are still practicing dentistry in pain and how to stop
Biography:
Juanita Benedict is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Certified Ergonomic Assessment Specialist, dental blogger and founder of Healthy Solutions for Dental Professionals. Her expert knowledge of the body and personal experience in the dental field provides her a distinctive perspective on practicing dentistry in pain. She uses her unique skill set to consult dental professionals, speak with professional groups as well as students and regularly contributes to several blogs. Her mission is to rescue the health of dental professionals by providing high quality evidence based information that is easily accessible and implementable.
Abstract:
In 2015 Business Insider ranked dentistry as the number one profession most dangerous to your health. Great advances have been made in dental ergonomics over the past few decades to address the serious health consequences of delivering dental care. This has created a greater awareness of the physical, psychological and financial consequences of dentistry and the need to change how dental professionals practice. Despite these advances, recent research reveals 60-80% of dentists and up to 95% of dental hygienists practice in pain. The fantastic news is that this pain can be 100% eliminated. Beyond Ergonomics is a course designed for practicing dental professionals who want to take action to improve their health and extend their careers by learning how to stop pain. Participants of this class will explore the fundamental building blocks of pain and learn strategies to interrupt it at the physiological level. Participants will discover the secrets of creating, organizing and performing effective individualized assessments in order to tailor interventions specifically designed for their bodies and unique delivery of care. Assessing environmental, physical and psychological contributions to pain and applying personalized strategies is the only way to realize pain free dentistry. Beyond Ergonomics empowers dental professionals to take control of their practice and regain your love of dentistry?