Functional Dentistry in Practice: Diagnosis to Execution for High-Risk Patients
Thursday, January 28, 2027
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Course Code:
480TL
Credits:
2
CE Hours
This program will provide a practical, clinically focused framework for evaluating functional risk, developing predictable treatment strategies, and executing restorative care in patients with elevated functional demands. Emphasis will be placed on comprehensive records, sound treatment sequencing, and material selection strategies that support long-term clinical performance. Through case-based learning, participants will gain insight into how functional diagnosis, thoughtful planning, and modern material protocols can be integrated into everyday practice to improve consistency, reduce complications, and enhance restorative longevity.
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After this course attendees will be able to:
- Recognize and assess key functional risk factors—including parafunction, erosion, airway-related concerns, and occlusal instability—that impact restorative outcomes
- Implement a structured diagnostic and records-based workflow to evaluate functional stability and guide risk-based treatment planning
- Develop phased, predictable treatment strategies for high-risk patients using functional diagnosis principles and sound clinical sequencing
- Examine material selection and adhesive protocols
- Utilize a comprehensive restorative approach aimed at improving long-term clinical performance
The Kuraray America grant has been applied to this course.
The Massachusetts Dental Society is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider
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