If the Joint Isn't Stable, Nothing You Do to the Teeth Will Be Either.
When a full mouth rehab starts going sideways and the bite doesn’t feel right, the patient’s uncomfortable, adjustments aren’t sticking, it almost always traces back to one thing: the joint was never properly evaluated.
Core 1 gives you the exact framework to diagnose joint health, muscle harmony, and occlusal forces before you start treatment. So your cases stop unraveling and start holding.
When You Understand The TMJ & Occlusion:
- Understand the TMJ-to-occlusion connection & how it affects treatment outcomes & patient health
- Recognize the signs of instability that most dentists miss because they were never taught to evaluate it
- Apply a proven diagnostic checklist so joint, muscle, and occlusal evaluation becomes a consistent part of every case you work on
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Say goodbye to breaks, failures, and costly mistakes by learning the art of treating the total masticatory system.
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FAQ on Core 1
Your answers to Core 1: Occlusion & Smile Design
Nope! You can just take Core 1. If you’re ready to take the rest of the Core Curriculum, we’d suggest bundling all of those courses with our Mini-Residency Program.
While we do not have a dedicated special available for new grads, we’re happy to see what options are available to you to get started with Dawson. Book a call to connect with a Course Advisor.
Core 1 is a two-day lecture course and is the first course of our Core Curriculum. As you progress through the Core Curriculum, hands-on training will begin at Core 2: Examination & Records
Absolutely! We offer interest-free payment plans. Learn more here.
Students are responsible for securing their hotel accommodations, we always suggest booking your stay near the venue. Contact us if you need any suggestions on where to stay.
Core 1 at The Dawson Academy covers the requirements for occlusal stability over two days, focusing on examination, records, treatment planning, and practice management. It includes patient communication, case acceptance, and transitioning to a fee-for-service model. The course emphasizes the principles of esthetic, functional, and phonetic harmony in restorative care, with a comprehensive understanding of TM joints, muscles, teeth, and their interactions. Both analog and digital workflows are discussed, with added content on implementation and business management. The course aims to enhance practice efficiency, predictability, and overall enjoyment in the field of dentistry.
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Connect with a Dawson Course Advisor and find the answers to your questions. From travel accommodations, to course objectives – give us a shout.
