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THE DAWSON ACADEMY

On-Demand Courses

Live Stream | Implementation of the Dawson philosophy with the interdisciplinary team (2024)
Tuition: $299
Students will learn communication tips and tricks between the referring dentist and specialist. One of the frequently expressed frustrations of Dawson graduates is working with the interdisciplinary team to achieve their desired goal. During this webinar we will review how to plan cases appropriately to successfully communicate to the specialist the overall treatment plan. Taking on the role of โ€œquarterbackโ€ for complex cases is a learned skill. This live stream will provide you with tips and tricks to stay in control of your case and help successfully tackle any case with your interdiscipli
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Live Stream | TMD and Cervical neck connection โ€“ Interdisciplinary Approach (2024)
Tuition: $299
The etiology of temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is multifactorial. Itโ€™s crucial for the restorative dentist to recognize โ€œwhyโ€ the patient is suffering from TMD during the treatment planning phase. This dental CE live stream course is designed to review the relationship between cervical vertebra and TMJ structure. Dr. Kim will demonstrate his practical method to recognize, diagnose, and treatment plan the cervical vertebra misalignment โ€“ TMD cases.
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Live Stream | Complete Dentistry in a Composite World! (2024)
Tuition: $299
One of the 4 ways to create a stable occlusion is to restore teeth. In many cases, some type of porcelain restoration(s) is required. However, there are many instances where composite can be your best ally. Placing composite in certain areas to create ideal occlusal contacts or trying to determine the correct incisal edge position are just a few examples of how composite can be used as a restorative option in Complete Dentistry. Advantages of using composite include less chair time, little or no lab expenses, and having the option of phasing comprehensive treatment over time. We will discuss a
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Live Stream | Inspire Your Patients to Say Yes (2024)
Tuition: $299
Mastering the art of case acceptance is the magic ingredient that will unlock your potential to truly serve others with your education & clinical skills. Case acceptance allows you to experience the deep fulfillment of enhancing the quality of a personโ€™s life. Learn a unique and effective approach to enrolling any dental treatment (from single crowns to expensive, comprehensive treatment) by understanding the nature of human behavior.
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Basic to complex: detection, isolation, excavation, adhesion, margin elevation
Credits: 3
Tuition: $299
From the preparing the tooth to the advanced procedure of relocating a subgingival margin, this presentation aims to set a solid foundation for all advanced adhesive procedures. This includes a review of what are we bonding to, the isolation issue, adhesive and composites, culminating with the ideal protocol for adhesion and margin elevation .
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Form Follows Function: A Dawson Guide to Esthetic Dentistry
Credits: 3
Tuition: $299
In this live stream students will review the proper techniques in record gathering and treatment planning complex esthetic cases. Case reviews will be provided to show proper patient selection, tooth preparation and materials used in crown and bridge as well as veneer cases. We will show the application of the latest technology including CBCT, laser and digital dentistry. A review of occlusal equilibration will be reviewed using the T-Scan. This course will provide a review of the Dawson philosophy applied to the esthetic dentistry to help boost confidence and provide predictable dentistry.
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Implementing The Dawson Philosophy For New Graduates
Credits: 3
Tuition: $299
Mostly focused for new graduates, they will learn how to take the leap from what we learned in the class room to the operatory. It will cover case selection, the basics of the exam and records appointment, model and smile wizard walk workup, treatment planning and patient education, preparation and provisional, lab communication, and final restorations. I will also cover the mistakes I have made in my early Dawson career and how I overcame them and have gotten better with each case. I hope to instill confidence in the newer graduates to go out and tackle these cases!
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Treatment Planning: Anterior Tooth Placement and the Incisal Edge
Credits: 3
Tuition: $299
Most dentists understand the importance of anterior teeth and esthetic outcome. But what gets lost in the weeds is how the position of the anterior teeth influence speech and function. Changing an anterior tooth also changes the envelope of function, vertical and horizontal incisal edge, centric stop, protrusive guidance, and lateral excursive guidance. Basically everything!! Predictable results come from predictable treatment planning. This course will help highlight the 2D and 3D planning necessary to reach esthetic, functional, and phonetic success in anterior restorations.
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Solving multiple interdisciplinary challenges by using predictable non-surgical true skeletal expansion in non-growing patients
Credits: 3
Tuition: $299
Dr. Won Moon first introduced his MSE appliance around 2010. In the past few years, the latest developments in 3D printing and planning have made non-surgical yet true skeletal expansion in adults of almost any age a predictable treatment modality. This lecture will describe the latest developments in the field of skeletal expansion and the advanced applications of the technique in treatment of challenging interdisciplinary cases as well as in treatment of sleep disordered breathing .
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The Power of Testing: Blood Sugar, Sleep & Perio
Credits: 3
Tuition: $299
The goal for every Dawson Dental Team is to develop the skills to accurately diagnosis and treat problem cases. This is only possible through the POWER OF TESTING. Scientifically based testing leads to scientifically based diagnoses, which leads to sound treatment planning and problem solving. Thatโ€™s the Dawson better way!
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Predictable Complete Dentures: Analog Foundations To Digital Delivery
Credits: 3
Tuition: $299
This denture livestream is designed to review basic removable prosthodontic principles and techniques so that the dentist will have a higher level of confidence when making his/her next set of complete dentures. Understanding where the teeth need to be esthetically, functionally and phonetically is paramount for success whether it be conventional complete dentures, immediate dentures or a setup try-in for an implant-supported prosthesis. The analog process is the foundation to be able to apply digital concepts and techniques to streamline our appointments and improve the fit and success for ou
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Biteguard, Niteguard, & Splintsโ€”Say What, Say Why?
Credits: 3
Tuition: $299
Patients tell us they have โ€œTMJโ€ but what does that really mean and how do we help? Which appliance for what and when? Join the Dawson Academy Associate Faculty Member, Dr. Shannon Johnson, and come away with a better understanding of the masticatory system and how to make sense of those puzzling patients. Review key aspects of the occlusal muscle exam and why it is crucial to a diagnosis. Learn how to identify whether the patient has a muscle issue, joint problem, or both. Clinical tips for splint therapy best practices will be reviewed.
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When you purchase an On-Demand course, you get 30 days of access to watch anytime, anywhere.

Yes! Just like our live-streamed courses, On-Demand courses provide dental continuing education (CE) credits upon completion.

Absolutely! All Live Stream courses are available for purchase as On-Demand recordings after the event.

Yes! You can bundle courses or purchase an All Access+ Pass for the best value.

With All Access+, you get:

  • All future 2025 Live Stream courses
  • All previous 2025 Live Stream recordings
  • Access to 70+ hours of CE in Dawson’s Digital Library
  • Exclusive savings and special offers from Dawson Partners

Total savings of $8,000 compared to purchasing individually

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Yes! You can watch on any deviceโ€”computer, tablet, or phoneโ€”anytime, anywhere.

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