September 19, 2024 – Easwar Natarajan, BDS, DMSc – Evening Seminar
“Common osseous pathology: pathogenesis, clinical/radiographic features & diagnosis”

Course Description: This is a 2-hour presentation that will cover osseous pathology commonly encountered in practice and discuss their underlying pathogenesis. The seminar will use concepts underlying bone homeostasis, and our bone’s responses to developmental stimuli, inflammation, infection, & neoplasia to discuss the clinical and radiographic features associated with specific entities.

Learning Objectives: At the conclusion of this session, when presented with a clinical scenario, attendees will be able to:

• Explain concepts underlying the change in bone architecture and arrangement
• Apply the foundational concepts of bone regulation & pathology in the diagnosis and management of commonly encountered osseous lesions:
– Reactive/ inflammatory lesions: periapical and periodontal disease
– Infection – osteomyelitis
– Developmental pathology: common odontogenic cysts
– Benign osseous neoplasms
– Malignant neoplasms (rare) to compare with acute osseous infections

November 12, 2024 – Mary Frances, RYT – Evening Seminar
“A Mindful Approach to a Work-Life Balance”

Course Description:
Mary will take you on a mindful journey through breathing, active listening, mindful movement (from your seat) and experience aromatherapy as we journey to the forest for a guided meditation. Do you find that some days are more stressful than others? Are you feeling the tension in your body? Learn tools to be mindful and present, creating a harmonious balance for both work and personal life. During our time together we will incorporate exercises to in mindfulness, active listening, meditation and movement. Leave feeling calm and at ease and bring the tools back the office to share with your colleagues and home with your family.

Each participant receives a meditation/movement card to display at home or in the office along with a positive affirmation card as a reminder to take a pause, breathe and be present.

January 15, 2025 – Tom Viola, R. Ph., C.C.P. – Evening Seminar
“Waiting to Inhale? – Will Cannabis Challenge the Dental Professions as Tobacco Has in the Past?”

According to the DEA, cannabis is considered to have no accepted medical use and, thus, it is illegal to possess. Yet, almost every state has enacted legislation aimed at legalizing or decriminalizing cannabis for medical or recreational use. Despite this rise in social and legal acceptance, public health concerns regarding the use of cannabis remain, especially among dental professionals, since the major routes of administration of cannabis involve the oral cavity. This program will introduce dental professionals to the pharmacology of cannabis, including its various dosage forms, routes of administration and adverse effects. Special emphasis will be placed on the effects of cannabis use on oral health and dental treatment, as well as the proposed use of cannabis in dentistry for the management of patient anxiety and odontogenic pain.

Upon successful completion of this program, participants will be able to:

• Discuss the history and various types of cannabis, as well as its current legal status and proposed uses in dentistry.
• Describe the pharmacology of cannabis, including its mechanism of action, routes of administration and available formulations.
• Identify the effects of cannabis on major organ systems.
• Explain the clinical considerations of cannabis use, including adverse reactions, drug interactions and contraindications.
• Explore the dental considerations of cannabis, including potential treatment modifications, and strategies for patient care planning.

April 22, 2025 – Brittney Murphy, RDH, Certified Orofacial Myologist – Evening Seminar
“Myofunctional Therapy: Fundamentals and Applications in a Dental Setting”

Course Description:
This 2 hour course introduces the principles and practice of Myofunctional Therapy, focusing on identifying orofacial muscle dysfunction. Participants will explore techniques to improve oral posture, breathing, chewing, and swallowing, aiming to enhance overall health and function. This course provides dental professionals with the knowledge and skills to incorporate a Myofunctional Therapy referral into their practices.