Biography: Allen Wong, DDS, EdD is a Professor in Diagnostic Sciences and Director of the Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD)/ Hospital Dentistry Program at the Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco. He has taught postdoctoral residents and predoctoral students for over 35 years and dedicated his career in improving health equity to those […]
While most of your patients' pains will be from the teeth, periodontium, or a temporomandibular disorder, some will have pain for other reasons: sinusitis, referred pain, neuralgias (trigeminal neuralgia, burning mouth syndrome, etc), and headaches, to name a few. Dentists are not expected to treat all of these but because they can sometimes look like […]
Discover the latest advancements in minimally invasive techniques tailored for pediatric and special healthcare needs patient populations. This session will delve into innovative methods such as Hall crowns, silver diamine fluoride (SDF), and the SMART technique. Gain an in-depth understanding of these techniques, their practical applications, and their benefits in providing effective and compassionate care. […]
Description This case-based course provides general dentists with practical strategies to prevent, recognize, and manage complications during pulpectomy, nonsurgical root canal treatment, and retreatment. It covers six major categories: perforations, instrument separation, sodium hypochlorite accidents, subcutaneous emphysema, intracanal material extrusion, and thermal injuries. Clinical cases highlight anatomical and procedural risks, prognostic factors, and potential harm […]