2008 ADA Annual Session
 
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OCCLUSION AND THE TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT: CORNERSTONES OF RESTORATIVE TREATMENT
Course Code: 8305

  Thomas McDonald, DMD



CE Hours: 2.5

Teaching Method: Lecture



In restorative practice clinicians must consider all functional aspects of the masticatory system. TMJ and occlusal diagnosis will be discussed in detail. Clinical cases will demonstrate the relationship between TMJ, occlusion and esthetic restorations.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
1. Understand the anatomic and physiologic aspects of TMJ
2. Understand the relationship of occlusion to TMJ function and dysfunction
3. Achieve a predictable starting point for restorative dentistry



Category: Restorative Dentistry

Recommended for: Dentist/Dental Student, Hygienist, Lab Technician, Dental Assistant
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