Taught by expert clinicians, The Comprehensive Review provides attendees with an extensive overview of the latest in evidenced-based pediatric dentistry.  This course focuses on the cutting edge of clinical science topics and the application of state-of-the-art therapies into your daily practice. This course covers topics including: interceptive orthodontics and space management, caries assessment and prevention, behavior guidance, oral pathology, care for patients with special health needs, oral-facial trauma, pulp therapy and the latest in pediatric restorative dentistry and materials. The topics are covered using an evidence-based approach with interesting case presentations and open question/discussion forums to wrap up topical areas.

Course Objectives

Participants will be able to:

· Understand the elements of craniofacial growth and development.

· Demonstrate proficiency in interceptive space management techniques

· Apply appropriate behavior guidance strategies for pediatric dental care.

· Identify and manage oral pathology in pediatric patients.

· Manage patients with craniofacial disorders.

· Understand the role of nutrition in oral and general health

· Provide comprehensive dental care for patients with special health needs.

· Understand the distinctive features of adolescent oral health.

· Manage and treat oral-facial trauma in children.

· Identify essential factors in the pediatric airway related to sleep and behavior

· Understand the critical issues related to frenum attachments related to speech and breastfeeding

· Perform pulp therapy procedures in pediatric patients.

· Implement the latest techniques in pediatric surgical and non-surgical caries management.

· Utilize advanced materials and esthetic approaches in pediatric dentistry.

· Stay up to date with the latest advancements in therapeutic approaches for pediatric dental care.

· Incorporate innovative techniques and technologies in their treatment plans.

· Apply evidence-based practices for improved patient outcomes.

· Understand the interconnectedness between oral health and overall health.

· Explain the impact of oral health on systemic conditions.

· Implement preventive measures to improve overall health through oral health care. 

Speakers:

Course Chair: Amr Moursi, D.D.S., Ph.D, am151@nyu.edu

Kathleen Schultz, D.M.D., Kschultz@northwell.edu

 Christina Carter, D.M.D., crcdmd@msn.com

John Timothy Wright, D.D.S., M.S., Tim_Wright@unc.edu

*This course is available to purchase and earn CE until on August 16, 2027. Video content is available to view until August 16, 2029*