Faculty Focus - Lunchtime Web Series

Lunchtime Faculty Focus Series

NEW! IUSD CE Lunchtime Faculty Focus Series!

This year we are trying something new! There are so many incredible faculty that have so much to offer, but everyone has so little time… so we are offering some lunchtime CEs that you can attend via zoom.  These sessions will last one hour, from 12:00 pm until 1:00 pm.  After you register, on the day prior to the course, you will receive a link to sign up with Zoom.  

We have a total of 8 courses this semester featuring our prosthodontics, periodontics, oral surgery and geriatric care. 

You can attend one for $45 or save and sign up for the entire series for only $245.

To Register, go to: https://go.iu.edu/8r6q

 

November 1, 2024
12 pm – 1pm

Restoring Edentulous Patients with Contemporary Technologies and Dental Implants
Presented by Dr. Wei-Shao Lin

The treatment of complete and/or single arch edentulism remains a significant priority for dental clinicians. Patients also have emphasized immediate load or restorations with dental implants and often request complex full-arch treatments with shorter treatment times and fewer appointments. This presentation will begin with a review of diagnosis and treatment planning for edentulous patients. This topic will be followed by a discussion of proper case selection, loading protocols, team approach, and prosthetic procedures that play a role in complex therapies. In concert with these topics, new materials, technologies, and prosthetic treatment modalities will be presented that allows the clinicians to gain an understanding of recent advances in dental implant componentry. At last, the potential complications and management of these complications of the implant prostheses will be reviewed and discussed.

Learning Objectives

  1. Review relevant diagnosis, treatment planning process, risk assessments, case selection, loading protocols, and prosthetic procedures for complex full-arch cases.
  2. Highlight the interdisciplinary approach to planning and treatment for implant patients, with emphasis on the team approach.
  3. Discuss the prosthetic and mechanical complications commonly seen in implant prostheses and their management

Dr. Wei-Shao Lin, DDS, FACP, PhD, MBA, is a tenured Professor and Chair of the Department of Prosthodontics and Co-Director of the ITI Scholarship Center at the Indiana University School of Dentistry. He received his DDS in 2003 from Chung-Shan Medical University in Taiwan, followed by a Certificate in Prosthodontics and a Surgical Implant Fellowship at the University of Rochester in 2010. Dr. Lin also earned a PhD in Educational Leadership and Organizational Development from the University of Louisville in 2020 and an MBA in Healthcare Administration from the University of Southern Indiana in 2022. He is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence. Dr. Lin’s research interests include dental implants, digital dentistry, and deep learning and neural networks. He has published more than 120 research and clinical articles in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Lin is a Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics and a Fellow of the International Team for Implantology and the American College of Prosthodontists. He also serves as an associate editor for the Journal of Prosthodontics. Additionally, Dr. Lin maintains an intramural dental implant and prosthodontics practice at the Center for Implant, Esthetic, and Innovative Dentistry at the Indiana University School of Dentistry.

November 8, 2024 
12 pm – 1 pm

Tooth is out, now what? Timing for extraction, implant placement or socket grafting
Presented by Dr. Waldemar Polido

 

Numerous details are indispensable to achieve an excellent and long lasting outcome in Implant Dentistry.  Among them is the increasing need for bone and soft tissue augmentation, in both vertical and horizontal aspects.  However, these grafts can be applied at different moments of the treatment, according to the clinical situation.  Immediate or delayed implant placement, ridge preservation procedures and staged grafts and implant placement are the possible choices to rehabilitate patients that will have unestorable teeth replaced by implants. 

 

Learning Objectives

 

Upon completion of this presentation, participants should be able to:

  1. Assess the surgical risk in patients in need for extraction and implants ;
  2. Recognize different moments for implant placement or bone graft in relation to the extraction;
  3. Select clinical indications and techniques for immediate placement and tissue augmentation after extraction.

Dr. Polido is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, with a Master and Doctor (PhD) degrees at the PUC University in Porto Alegre, and an OMFS Residency at the University of Texas, Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas, USA.

He is a Clinical Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Co-Director of the Center for Implant, Esthetic and Innovative Dentistry at the Indiana University School of Dentistry, Indianapolis.

November 13, 2024
12 pm – 1 pm

Elevating Smiles: Approaches to Esthetic Crown Lengthening
Presented by Dr. Chandni Batra

This lecture will focus on the key principles of esthetic crown lengthening procedure encompassing the diagnosis, patient assessment, etiology, pre-operative planning, and the various techniques involved to achieve optimal esthetic outcomes with patient satisfaction.

Learning Objectives

  1. Understand the biological fundamentals and terminology associated with eruption procedures.
  2. Diagnose and understand the various etiologies related to short clinical crowns.
  3. Discuss the classification systems.
  4. Treatment plan step by step: Pre-operative planning, Intra-surgical technique, post-operative care
  5. Discuss other techniques/ treatment options.
  6. Discuss follow-up and restorative phase.

By the end of the presentation, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to confidently implement esthetic crown lengthening in their clinical practice.

Dr. Chandni Batra is Clinical Assistant Professor or Periodontology at the Indiana University School of Dentistry. 

November 15, 2024
12 pm – 1 pm

The Advent of 3D-Printed, Polychromatic, Monolithic Digital Dentures
Presented by Dr. Toshiki Nagai

This presentation explores the evolution of complete dentures from traditional fabrication to contemporary digital methods, including both subtractive (milling) and additive (3D-printing) manufacturing techniques. It will delve into commonly used 3D-printing technologies, providing a comparative analysis within the presentation. In particular, the use of material jet technology in fabricating polychromatic monolithic dentures will be outlined as a novel approach. The presentation will articulate the design principles, benefits, clinical challenges, and future development opportunities associated with 3D-printed polychromatic monolithic dentures in dentistry, augmented with clinical examples.

Learning Objectives

  1. Describe the evolution of complete denture manufacturing techniques
  2. Examine common 3D-printing technologies used for complete denture fabrication
  3. Identify limitations and opportunities for 3D-printed polychromatic monolithic dentures

Dr. Toshiki Nagai is a clinical assistant professor, at the Department of Prosthodontics in Indiana University School of Dentistry. He received a DDS in 2016 from Kyushu University school of dentistry, Japan; a Certificate in Prosthodontics and Master degree at the Indiana university School of Dentistry in 2023. Dr. Nagai’s research interests include clinical dental implant research, ceramic restorations, and digital dentistry. Dr. Nagai is a Fellow of The Royal College of Dentist of Canada Prosthodontics. He maintains dental implant and prosthodontics practice at the faculty practice, Indiana University School of Dentistry.

November 20, 2024
12 pm – 1 pm

Oral Health Care for the Geriatric Patient
Presented by Dr. Christine Downey

Specific content to be addressed is the relationship of oral health and systemic health, common oral conditions, and care strategies for the older adult.

At the completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

  1. Assess the oral health of the older adult
  2. Discuss oral health strategies for caring for the older adult
  3. Describe common oral conditions seen in an older adult population

Dr. Christine L. Downey, MS, DDS, is Clinical Associate Professor, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery & Hospital Dentistry at Indiana University School of Dentistry

December 3, 2024
12 pm – 1 pm

Provisional and definitive options for implant assisted management of edentulous arches
Presented by Dr. Dean Morton

This presentation will detail options for implant assisted management of edentulous arches. The importance of adequate complete removable prostheses will be discussed in the context of optimizing tooth position and transferring information in a digital workflow with procedures such as dual scanning. The benefits, design and fabrication of templates (positioning, reduction and implant placement) and will be considered with focus on communication between team members. Different options for provisional restorations from a loading (immediate versus delayed), workflow (analog or digital) and method (conventional conversion, Smart protocols and reverse scanning procedures) perspective will be detailed. Lastly, contemporary material and method options for definitive prostheses will be considered.

Learning Objectives

  1. Discuss the relationship between of tooth and implant position and the importance of a quality removable prosthesis.
  2. Detail workflow and clinical options for provisional full arch prostheses.
  3. Consider different options for definitive full arch prostheses.
  4. Understand how placement and loading protocols can impact treatment alternatives.

Dean Morton completed his dental training at the University of Sydney (Aust.) and his MS and Postgraduate Certificate in Prosthodontics at the University of Iowa (1995). He serves as the Indiana Dental Association (IDA) Professor in the Department of Prosthodontics at the Indiana University School of Dentistry, as the Director of the Center for Implant, Esthetic and Innovative Dentistry and as Chair of the ITI Scholarship Center.

Dr. Morton is a diplomate, examiner and Past President of the American Board of Prosthodontics. He is a member of the Board of Councilors of the International College of Prosthodontists (ICP) and an Honorary Fellow of the ITI. He serves on CODA’s Review Committee (PROS) and is an active fellow or member of many national and international specialty academies and associations.

He remains active in research associated with biomaterials and contemporary clinical procedures and has published more than 150 scientific articles, abstracts and chapters. Dr. Morton treats patients with implant, prosthodontics and esthetic needs within the Center for Implant, Esthetic and Innovative Dentistry and he lectures widely on prosthodontics, implant and esthetic dentistry.

December 4, 2024
12 pm – 1 pm

Implant Immediate Provisionalization – Digital Design Approach
Presented by Dr. Chaochieh Yang

This program will focus on the ideal design of implant-assisted restorations, particularly emphasizing the critical aspects of implant positioning, indications and contraindications for immediate loading and provisionalization, and alternatives such as custom healing components. At the beginning of the presentation, we will provide updates on the ideal implant position and the indications and contraindications of immediate loading and provisionalization. We will also discuss the ideal design for the emergence profile and immediate loading. The presentation will cover the digital workflow for immediate loading for both single-tooth implants and full-arch implant prostheses. Lastly, we will address the complications associated with immediate loading and their management.

Learning Objectives

  1. Diagnose and design the ideal emergence profile for implant restorations.
  2. Manage implant soft tissue to optimize outcomes.
  3. Select appropriate abutments for immediate implant provisionalization.
  4. Understand and implement the digital workflow for immediate loading in both single tooth and full arch implant prostheses.
  5. Identify and manage complications associated with immediate loading.

Chaochieh Yang, DDS, MSD FACP, received his DDS degree in 2008 from Kaohsiung Medical University in Taiwan. Dr. Yang's pursuit of advanced knowledge led him to join the advanced prosthodontics program at the Indiana University School of Dentistry in 2013. There, he obtained a certificate in Prosthodontics in 2016. After he completed his MSD degree in 2017, he was appointed as a Clinical Assistant Professor, specializing in teaching removal prosthesis and implant dentistry. He was appointed as the Grad Pros Program Director in 2023 at the Indiana University School of Dentistry. Furthermore, Dr. Yang is a Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics and a Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists. He maintains dental implant and prosthodontics practice at the Indiana University School of Dentistry Implant Center, providing care to his patients while contributing to the advancement of the field.

December 11, 2024
12 pm – 1 pm

Navigating Peri-Implantitis with Diagnositc Strategies and Effective Management Techniques
Presented by Dr. Halide Namli Kilic

Peri-implantitis is a growing concern in implant dentistry, often resulting in implant failure if not identified and managed properly. This lecture will focus on thorough understanding of peri-implantitis, and both diagnostic strategies and effective treatment techniques.

Course Objectives:

  1. Understanding the pathophysiology and etiology of peri-implantitis.
  2. Identifying early clinical signs and symptoms of peri-implant diseases.
  3. Using the diagnostic tools and radiographic techniques for detecting peri-implantitis.
  4. Non-surgical and surgical treatment options for managing peri-implantitis
  5. Developing a personalized treatment plan for patients with peri-implant diseases based on evidence-based practices.
  6. Recognizing the risk factors and implementing preventive strategies to minimize peri-implant disease recurrence.

By the end of the lecture, attendees will learn about diagnosing peri-implantitis using clinical evaluation and imaging techniques, and practical, evidence-based treatment strategies to manage peri-implantitis in both early and advanced stages. Additionally, participants will learn how to implement preventive care measures to reduce the likelihood of peri-implant diseases.

Halide Namli Kilic, DDS, MSD, PhD is Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Periodontology at Indiana University School of Dentistry.

To register for any courses in this series, please go to: https://go.iu.edu/8r6q