New in 2005.Osteoradionecrosis: Oral Health and Dental Treatment NEW OSteoradionecrosis (ORN Orn abbr. ornithine ) is a potentially debilitating de·bil·i·tat·ing adj. Causing a loss of strength or energy. Debilitating Weakening, or reducing the strength of. Mentioned in: Stress Reduction complication of radiation therapy in the treatment of carcinoma in and around the oral cavity oral cavity n. The part of the mouth behind the teeth and gums that is bounded above by the hard and soft palates and below by the tongue and the mucous membrane connecting it with the inner part of the mandible. . The diagnosis, pathogenesis, prevention, and treatment of patients are reviewed, including oral health recommendations. Also contains information on hyperbaric oxygen hyperbaric oxygen n. Oxygen at a pressure that is above one atmosphere. Also called high-pressure oxygen. Hyperbaric oxygen as a preventive and treatment modality. #0402 (1 Hour) $15 ADAA ADAA Anxiety Disorders Association of America ADAA American Dental Assistants Association ADAA Art Dealers Association of America (since 1962; New York City, NY, USA) ADAA Aberdeen and District Angling Association Member $22 Nonmember Wired for Learning--Orthodontic Basics NEW Orthodontics orthodontics: see dentistry. is an exciting branch of dentistry that specializes in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of dental and facial irregularities, or from a patient's view, creates great smiles! This course introduces the general dental assistant to basics of orthodontics, with the goal of peaking interest in this specialty of dentistry, and providing education to springboard an individual considering a career in this specialty. #0404 (3 Hours) $27 ADAA Member $38 Nonmember Hypnodontics: Utilizing Hypnotic Techniques and Hypnotherapy Hypnotherapy Definition Hypnotherapy is the treatment of a variety of health conditions by hypnotism or by inducing prolonged sleep. Pioneers in this field, such as James Braid and James Esdaile discovered that hypnosis could be used to in Dentistry NEW This continuing education course provides a history of hypnosis This article is about the historical development of the concepts, beliefs and practices related to hypnosis in social and scientific contexts from prehistory to modern times. Pre-History Indian & Egyptian sleep temples and its application in dentistry and describes specific techniques of waking hypnosis. Recognize specific dental treatments and dental patients who may benefit from working with a certified hypnotherapist. Create awareness of the possible certified hypnotherapy resources available in the community that could benefit patients who present with dental stress, dental phobias and for those who would either prefer or require hypnoanesthesia, as well as being an excellent resource for tobacco cessation programs. #0406 (3 Hours) $27 ADAA Member $38 Nonmember Diabetes and Periodontal Disease NEW Due to the growing number of individuals with diabetes, it is likely that most dental practices will be treating patients with this disease. Treating dental patients with diabetes is a growing challenge and this course includes helpful information for the dental professional. #0407 (1 Hour) $15 ADAA Member $22 Nonmember Current Concepts in Preventive Dentistry NEW Prior to the 1960s dentistry entailed mostly emergency appointments and extraction of teeth. Today, dentistry in the United States includes many different preventive practices, such as prophylaxis, fluoride treatments, full-mouth and bite-wing radiographs, sealants and other forms of primary preventive treatments used for the early detection of dental caries caries or tooth decay Localized disease that causes decay and cavities in teeth. It begins at the tooth's surface and may penetrate the dentin and the pulp cavity. and periodontal disease. This course includes areas of prevention that are important for the dental professional to assess during patients' dental examinations. #0408 (5 Hours) $45 ADAA Member $56 Nonmember Digital Radiography in Dentistry: Moving from Film-Based to Digital Imaging NEW The latest advancement in dental radiography is the use of digital technology in recording dental structures. Digital imaging is steadily making its way into private dental offices and in academic settings for educating dental professionals. Information included will provide the clinician with a basic foundation for understanding digital imaging technology, necessary equipment, digital imaging receptors, imaging technique, acquisition, enhancement, transfer and storage. Comparisons with film-based imaging as well as the diagnostic utility of digital images are discussed. #0409 (4 Hours) $36 ADAA Member $50 Nonmember Maxillofacial maxillofacial /max·il·lo·fa·cial/ (-fa´sh'l) pertaining to the maxilla and the face. max·il·lo·fa·cial adj. Relating to or involving the maxilla and the face. Surgery Basics for the Dental Assistant I NEW This course reviews the role of the dental assistant in the preparation of a client for oral surgery procedures, whether performed in the general dentistry practice or specialty clinic. Areas reviewed include medical assessment, regional surgical anatomy, anesthesia, sedation, and management of hemorrhaging. #0410 (4 Hours) $36 ADAA Members $50 Nonmembers The Ergonomics of Dental Assisting: Preventing and Managing Work-Related Pain NEW This course is designed to help assistants prevent work-related pain and injuries. Learn anatomy and mechanisms of microtrauma affecting the assistant. Discover how body mechanics, positioning, instruments and operatory layouts can affect your musculoskeletal musculoskeletal /mus·cu·lo·skel·e·tal/ (-skel´e-t'l) pertaining to or comprising the skeleton and muscles. mus·cu·lo·skel·e·tal adj. Relating to or involving the muscles and the skeleton. health. Pros and cons pros and cons Noun, pl the advantages and disadvantages of a situation [Latin pro for + con(tra) against] of assisting stool features, as well as proper stool adjustment will be discussed. Learn how strong postural muscles help protect the back, and the importance of chairside stretching to prevent muscle imbalances. #0411 (3 Hours) $27 ADAA Member $38 Nonmember |
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