Live Stream | The Hygienist’s Role in Diagnosing Occlusal Problems

Course Description

Oftentimes the hygienist is the first producer in the dental office to meet and treat patients; they gather most of the diagnostic information before the dentist is introduced. Patients trust their hygienists and oftentimes ask for their “advice” on proposed treatment. It is therefore prudent that every hygienist recognize the signs and symptoms of the most undiagnosed problem in a patient’s mouth- OCCLUSAL DISEASE. It is also important that every hygienist know and understand the terminology to be able to explain these issues to a patient in preparation for the doctor’s examination.

Learning Objectives

Learning Objectives:

Identifying signs and symptoms of occlusal disease –signs of instability
Understanding Basic TMJ anatomy; why we use splints?
Defining the importance of occlusal guidance principles
Reviewing the Components of a complete examination
How to use photography / IO scans to communicate with patients
How and why do we record CR; why is it important?
How to explain findings in “patient-friendly” words (simple English)

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About Dr. Rallis

Nicholas Rallis DDS

Nicholas Rallis, DDS graduated from NYU College of Dentistry in 1988 and completed a General Practice Residency at New York Hospital Queens Medical Center. He has been in private practice since 1990, focusing on family, cosmetic and implant dentistry, and TMJ disorders.

Dr. Rallis was a past clinical instructor for the New York University College of Dentistry Full Mouth Rehabilitation Continuing Dental Education Program and a former speaker for Invisalign™. Since 2015 he has served as an Ambassador with the Dawson Academy. Dr. Rallis is the Co-Leader of the Dawson Academy NYC Study Club, and currently an Associate Faculty Member of The Dawson Academy.

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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 4 credit hours continuing education credits.