Examination & Records

Dental Continuing Education Curriculum

Course Description

Examination and Records is one of the most important dental courses that a dentist will master on the path to complete dentistry. The cornerstone of the Dawson philosophy begins with a thorough comprehensive examination and the gathering of necessary records accurately. As Dr. Dawson says “every great treatment plan comes from a well organized Records appointment”.

The examination and accompanying records are the ﬁrst step in the process of complete dentistry. This hands-on program will cover all aspects of the exam and records process.

Course Size: 20

Learning Objectives

Acquire skills to perform a TMJ/Occlusal examination.
Clarify the co-diagnostic process of the examination and explain how to ask future focus questions.
Evaluate the masticatory system for instability in the TM joints, muscles, and teeth.
Employ bilateral manipulation and outline how to obtain an accurate veriﬁable centric relation record.
Master the use of a lucia jig to help obtain a centric relation bite record.
Verify how to do a correct face-bow transfer and why it is critical to both the diagnostic and restorative phases of treatment.
Mount casts using the face-bow transfer and CR record on a semi-adjustable articulator.
Acquire the skills to use a macro digital camera to shoot a series of diagnostic photographs.
Design the implementation process to establish the process of complete dentistry.

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Course Dates & Locations

August 24 - August 26
St. Petersburg, FL (The Dawson Academy)
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December 1 - December 3
St. Petersburg, FL (The Dawson Academy)
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February 9, 2023 - February 11, 2023
New Jersey
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February 23, 2023 - February 25, 2023
St. Petersburg, FL (The Dawson Academy)
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March 30, 2023 - April 1, 2023
St. Petersburg, FL (The Dawson Academy)
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June 15, 2023 - June 17, 2023
Charlotte, NC
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August 24, 2023 - August 26, 2023
St. Petersburg, FL (The Dawson Academy)
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Past Attendees Said

“The course was excellent. I have been to many CE courses but nothing came even close to the impact this will have on my career as a dentist, I cant wait to take the next course!!”

Dr. Amir DaoudLargo, FL

“Great course! Uplifting and Encouraging. So far it is the most helpful course that will impact my practice, my life and my future. I am beginning to work towards implementation.”

Dr. Ronald MamrickMidlothian, VA

“The most comprehensive and organized course I’ve ever attended. Dr. Cobb is a fantastic lecturer and hands on instructor.”

Dr. Michael SantacroceWallingford, CT

“The whole team at The Dawson Academy made me feel like a home away from home. Every question I had they could answer. Their knowledge, professionalism and attention to detail is outstanding. I can’t imagine spending time learning about dentistry anywhere else.”

Dr. Peter McClellanHonolulu, HI

Related Articles & Webinars

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Free Dental Webinar: What is Centric Relation? And Why Should I Care?
Speaker: Leonard A. Hess, DDS You have heard about centric relation your whole career, and yet most likely you don't actually understand it. The good news is.....you are not alone. It is time for you to understand the true significance of one of the most important concepts in dentistry. It is time for you to […]
Dental Practice: Making a Treatment Plan for Your Practice in 2022
Host: Dr. Shannon Johnson, Association PresidentGuest: Mr. Larry GuzzardoThanks to all those who attended this Association Member Webinar Sneak Peek! It was wonderful to hear all of your questions. For those who could not attend, you can watch the webinar below. Get ready for this new year by being prepared!We all know signs almost always […]
Dental Webinar: The TMJ Foundation & Sleep-Related Breathing Disorders
Presenter: Mark Allan Piper, M.D., D.M.D. We are so happy to have hosted this amazing free webinar! For those who missed this latest "Watch it Wednesday" live broadcast, we are excited to share with everyone this on-demand video which you can view below. Please bookmark our calendar or subscribe to our emails so you […]

The Concept of The Complete Exam

Proper and complete clinical evaluations are the basis of proper and complete diagnoses, which in turn lead to relevant and predictable treatments. In this article, originally published in Inside Dentistry, Dr. Leonard Hess discusses the necessary components of a complete exam.

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Cancellation Policy:

For registrations paid in full at time of registering, requests to cancel or transfer registration in a Dawson Academy course, lecture, or event will be accommodated until 90 DAYS PRIOR to start date. Upon request a refund will be provided minus a $100.00 non-refundable deposit, or a one-time course, lecture, or event transfer, which remains valid for 12 months. Less than 90 days prior to course, no refunds or transfers will be issued.

*Students who finance tuition through the Lending Club financing program are subject to special terms and conditions.

Please contact The Dawson Academy at 1.800.952.2178 for full details.

The Dawson Academy is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. The Dawson Academy designates this activity for 22 credit hours continuing education credits.