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ONTARIO AGD Fellowtrack Courses

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Being Bioactive: Saving Tooth Structure for the Future
(Afternoon Course)

COURSE OUTLINE
Incorporating minimally invasive techniques with bioactive materials is
patient-centric restorative care. The first restoration defines the long-term
prognosis of a tooth. Early detection and MI treatment are critical. High-viscos-
ity flowable Bioactive restorative materials and composites have recently been
developed with decreased wear, improved appearance, and polish-ability. A
minimalist approach to caries removal is the standard of care. Pulp protection
and sealing deep dentin with Bioactive materials are rapidly evolving. Learn
how and when to use them predictably.
With the changing demographics of our population, it is important to use
age-appropriate restorative materials. Xerostomia is a problem for aging
patients taking multiple medications and results in demineralization of tooth
structure. Older patients often have limited income and have difficulty
tolerating long appointments, so simplicity is critical. Learn strategies that can
easily treat seniors effectively and easily in one appointment.
Bioactive materials help replenish calcium and fluoride ions maintaining tooth
integrity. Glass Ionomer restorative materials can serve as a therapeutic
restorative material, reducing post-operative sensitivity and potential recurrent
decay. Calcium-releasing liners and bases provide a strong antibacterial effect,
assist in dentin remineralization, and act as a protective barrier. This course can
help you make teeth last a lifetime.
Learning Objectives:
• Discover new technologies to detect decay earlier
• Know how to use more conservative preparation and restorative techniques
• Learn techniques to effectively treat older patients more simply usually
in 1 appointment
• Be acquainted with the different bioactive materials that are available
• Know how to select and use bioactive materials to reduce sensitivity
and increase remineralization and tooth longevity
Dr. Daniel H Ward was an Assistant Clinical Professor at
The Ohio State University for 13 years and has been in
private practice in Columbus, Ohio for 40 years. He
lectured at the Post-Graduate Program in Esthetic
Dentistry at the University of Minnesota, SUNY Buffalo,
UMKC, and the University of Florida and served as
chief examiner. He is a Fellow of the American College
of Dentists, a Fellow of the American Society for Dental
Aesthetics, a Fellow of the Academy of General
Dentistry, and an Associate Member of the American
Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.
Dr. Ward has lectured extensively. He has been invited to
present before most major American meetings. In
addition, he has addressed the International Aesthetic
Congress in Istanbul, Turkey, and the UNAM International
Congress in Mexico City. He has lectured in India,
Poland, Korea, the Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary,
Vietnam, and countless dental societies and associations.
Dr. Ward has published over 50 articles and is a
reviewer for the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative
Dentistry and the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. Dr.
Ward has developed a computerized method of smile
design called the RED Proportion. An innovative
pioneer, Dr. Ward combines theory with practical
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