Course Description:
This course consists of 2 modules. You’ll earn 7 CE credits upon completion.
Learn the treatment guidelines for determining when to retain the endodontically-treated tooth and when to extract for dental implant placement. In this two-part course, Dr. Goodacre will also look at the important factors required for successful restoration when retaining the tooth.
Treatment Guidelines for Determining When to Extract a Tooth and Place a Dental Implant versus Retain the Tooth
Tooth retention versus tooth extraction and implant placement: which treatment is best? This module will cover the scientific and clinical factors used to determine whether a tooth should be retained through root canal treatment or extracted and replaced with a dental implant. Learning objectives include:
- Identify the factors that affect the clinical decision process when determining whether to perform root canal treatment or extract a tooth and place an implant
- Compare the clinical success rates of root canal treatment and dental implants
- Compare root canal treatment and dental implants based on biologic factors, associated procedures required, cost, ethics, esthetics, comfort, and function
When Teeth are Retained Through Root Canal Treatment, what are the Most Critical Factors that Guide Successful Restoration?
Retaining the tooth through root canal treatment? The second module provides answers to frequently asked questions regarding the most critical aspects of restoring endodontically treated teeth based on contemporary evidence and clinical practice. At the conclusion, participants will be able to:
- Determine which endodontically-treated teeth need crowns
- Describe the effect of posts and cores on endodontically-treated teeth and identify the purpose of a post
- Identify the most common complications associated with posts and cores and the factors that help to minimize these complications
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Purchase of this course grants access for one year and requires an internet connection, computer with video and audio capabilities, and in some cases, Adobe Reader to view handouts and articles.
Watch the video and complete the quiz to earn 7 CE credits.
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490 Periodontics (Surgical therapeutic management of periodontal disease, Non-surgical therapeutic management of periodontal disease) – 2.00 hours
690 Implants (Implant supported restorations, Implant complications — surgical or restorative) – 2.00 hours
070 Endodontics (Restorative aspects of endodontics, Non-surgical treatment Surgical treatment) - 3.00 hours
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 7.00
Charles J. Goodacre
Dr. Charles J. Goodacre received his DDS degree from Loma Linda University School of Dentistry and his MSD degree in a combined program in Prosthodontics and Dental Materials at Indiana University School of Dentistry. He currently teaches in the Advanced Education Program in Prosthodontics at Loma Linda University School of Dentistry and is a Distinguished Professor at that institution. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics, Past-President of the American Board of Prosthodontics, the American College of Prosthodontists, and the Academy of Prosthodontics. He currently serves on the Board of Trustees of the Foundation for Oral Rehabilitation (FOR) and is Chair of the FOR Education Council.
Dr. Goodacre’s work includes over 500 invited presentations and more than 200 published articles, research abstracts, textbooks, and chapters. In addition, he’s been instrumental in the development of online courses, programs, and eBooks related to a range of topics including implant dentistry, dentures, clinical complications in prosthodontics, occlusion, head and neck anatomy, temporomandibular joint anatomy, oral cancer screening, and more. Dr. Goodacre has received countless awards for his distinguished service, excellence in teaching, and lifetime achievements.
DOCS online courses are available to the purchaser for one year from date of purchase.
No refund of course tuition is available.