February 7-9, 2013
Ski & Learn Course Information
Roots of All Evil: Caries Management in Older Adults,
Fitting the Pieces Together: Common Treatment Planning Issues for Older Adults, Osteoporosis and Oral Health, and
Dementia & Dental Care: Things to Remember When Patients Forget
Stephen K. Shuman, D.D.S., M.S.
Thursday, February 7
7:30-9:30 AM
Roots of All Evil: Caries Management in Older Adults
• Describe the scope of the caries problem in older adults and identify key risk factors.
• Employ methods to improve root caries diagnosis and recognize potential limitations.
• Choose between various treatment options, restorative materials and techniques.
• Employ practical strategies to prevent and reduce caries that are tailored to older adults.
4:30-6:30 PM
Fitting the Pieces Together: Common Treatment Planning Issues for Older Adults
• Identify and describe common concerns and challenges in treatment planning older adults.
• Describe practical approaches to communicating with older patients about treatment planning issues.
• Employ strategies to address concerns about patient health, longevity, and informed consent.
Osteoporosis and Oral Health
• Describe pathways for the development of osteoporosis and its impact on our society.
• Discuss current strategies to manage osteoporosis and its consequences.
• Recognize and manage the dental implications of osteoporosis and bisphosphonate therapy.
Friday, February 8
7:30-9:30 AM
Dementia & Dental Care: Things to Remember When Patients Forget
• Recognize the signs and symptoms of various types of dementia.
• Identify and discuss potential oral health consequences of dementia
• Describe practical treatment planning and patient management strategies
• Avoid potentially hazardous consequences of dental care for dementia patients.
PRESENTER
STEPHEN K. SHUMAN, D.D.S., M.S.
received his dental degree from Temple University in 1982, followed by his MS in Geriatric Dentistry from the University of Minnesota in 1989. He joined the University of Minnesota's faculty in 1989 and is now Associate Professor and Director of the School's Geriatrics Program and directs training at the Walker Methodist Dental Clinic in Minneapolis and the new HealthPartners' Midway Seniors Dental Clinic, where he also maintains his clinical practice. Dr. Shuman served on the Board of Directors of the American Society for Geriatric Dentistry for 10 years and was President of that organization from 1998-99. He has also served as a board member of the Special Care Dentistry Association and currently serves as Chair of the Minnesota Dental Association's Committee on Elderly and Special Needs Adults. His teaching and clinical programs have been recognized with the ADA's national Geriatric Oral Health Award, as well as at the state and local levels.
Philosophy and Techniques for Molar Root Canal Therapy, Endodontic Diagnosis for the Vital Pulp, and Pulp Reactions to Restorative Procedures
DAVID J. CLEMENT, D.D.S.
Friday, February 8
4:30-6:30 PM
Philosophy and Techniques for Molar Root Canal Therapy
•Incorporating the principles of Canal Pathway, Orifice Management, Canal Flaring and Apical Finishing into separate procedural steps.
•Introducing a variety of 'Hybrid' Techniques that can improve the predictability of your care, irregardless of the rotary system currently used.
Saturday, February9
7:30-11:30 AM
Endodontic Diagnosis for the Vital Pulp
•Confidently identify the signs and symptoms of an Irreversible Pulpitis, even when no clinical or radiographic evidence of pathology exists.
•learn how to expedite the diagnosis and provide an informed consent for root canal therapy during a 'Problem Focused Exam'.
Pulp Reactions to Restorative Procedures
•Understand how increased dentin permeability is a predictable consequence of many modern restorative procedures.
•Identify circumstances when increased dentin permeability and persistent restorative microleakage can adversely affect pulp survival.
PRESENTER
DAVID J. CLEMENT, D.D.S.
received his dental degree from the University of Minnesota in 1981. His varied dental career brings a wealth of information and perspective to all levels of endodontic practice. Dr. Clement was a general dentist for nine years, an endodontic post graduate educator, and had a specialty endodontic practice. Dr. Clement is currently a Professor and the Program Director at the UTHSC at Memphis, TN Advance Endodontic Program. The philosophical consistency and hands-on approach he brings to his topics helps the information he presents span multiple levels of understanding.
RESORT RESERVATIONS
Please coordinate your travel arrangements on your own using your local travel agent. Accommodations may be made directly with the:
Sheraton Steamboat Resort and Conference Center
2200 Village Inn Court
Steamboat Springs, Colorado 80477
Toll-free: (800) 848-8877
www.Sheraton.com/Steamboat
Ski & Learn Group Room Reservation Link:
https://www.starwoodmeeting.com/StarGroupsWeb/booking/reservation?id=1207134385&key=8E8D1
Room options and prices vary—standard rooms are priced at $299/night. In order to receive the group rate, refer to The University of Texas / University of Minnesota Ski & Learn program when calling to make your reservation.
Please note that the room reservation cut-off date is December 17, 2013. Reservation requests after that date, will be accepted on a space and rate availability basis. This course is scheduled during peak tourist season so make your reservations early.
An additional fee of $50.00 per dentist or dental team member will be assessed to course attendees not staying at the Sheraton Steamboat Resort.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Pre-registration is necessary. Please call the Office of Continuing Dental Education at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, (210) 567-3177 or mail the registration form with check made payable to “UTHSCSA” to:
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
For registration or more information, please contact:
UTHSCSA; Continuing Dental Education MSC 7930
7703 Floyd Curl Drive
San Antonio, Texas 78229-3900.
(210) 567-3177 FAX (210) 567-6807
Payment may also be made by credit card - Mastercard, Visa or Discover only.
TIMES
Pre Check-in: Wednesday 9:30 PM-10:00 PM
Sign-in & Breakfast: Thursday, 7:00 AM
Program: Thursday-Friday, 7:30–9:30 AM; 4:30-6:30 PM
Saturday, 7:30-11:30 AM
Breakfast will be provided at the morning session. Snacks and refreshments will be available for the course participants at the afternoon sessions.
LOCATION
Sheraton Steamboat Resort and Conference Center, Steamboat Springs, Colorado
TUITION
Individual: $495.00
A $50 additional fee per person will be assessed to course attendees not staying at the Sheraton Steamboat Resort: $495.00 + $50.00 = $545.00
1. GOOD: Register with Sheraton Steamboat Resort and Conference Center before December 7, 2012 and save an additional $40.00 off the tuition price. (Your registration fee will be $455.00 due by January 11, 2013)
Savings Plan 1: $495.00 - $40.00 = $455.00
*An additional fee of $50.00 per individual to be included if not staying at the Sheraton Steamboat Resort.
CREDIT(Course Code: 152502A) • AGD Code: 070, 073, 072, 257, 258, 752, 735, 734, 754 • Hours: 12
ABOUT THE NEWLY RENOVATED STEAMBOAT SPRINGS AND THE SHERATON RESORT
Steamboat, positioned 7,000 feet up in the Colorado Rockies, is home to one of North America’s largest ski mountains. This northwestern Colorado ski resort, which averages 27 feet of snow yearly, is renowned for its season-long “champagne powder.” The Steamboat ski area gives you not just one mountain to explore but five peaks that include 141 trails (13% beginner, 56% intermediate, 31% advanced), all accessed by one of the Rockies largest lift systems. Steamboat is also recognized for having one of the finest ski & snowboard schools and the premier kids program in the industry. And, as an added bonus, kids 12 years of age and under ski free when parents purchase a five-day pass. The City of Steamboat Springs offers two distinct shopping and entertainment areas, the “Village” and “Old Town,” with free bus transportation between the two. Included in the area are over 70 diverse restaurants and bars and an abundance of boutiques and galleries to explore. The Sheraton Steamboat Resort and Conference Center is nestled at the base of the mountain, just steps from the Silver Bullet™ gondola and the dining and shopping attractions in Ski Time Square. This full-service, luxury ski in/ski-out hotel includes: 315 guest rooms, suites and condominiums, each with private balcony; sauna, steam rooms and fitness center; outdoor heated pool and hot tubs; complimentary ski storage and ski valet service; ski & sport shops, gift shop and ski rental; complimentary underground parking, two restaurants and one lounge.
Steamboat is located 22 miles from the Yampa Valley Regional Airport in Hayden. Daily nonstop flights from eight major cities (including Minneapolis/St. Paul and Dallas/Ft. Worth) are available, as are frequent daily jet and commuter connections from Denver. If you wish to drive, Steamboat is an easy 3 1/2-hour drive (157 miles) from Denver. Steamboat Springs has a wonderful busing system therefore a rental car is not necessary.
We recommend Alpine shuttle to and from the airport, book directly with them at http://www.alpinetaxi.com
THE YAMPA VALLEY REGIONAL AIRPORT in Hayden is just 22 miles from the Steamboat ski area. Nonstop flights from eight major cities (including Minneapolis/St Paul and Dallas/Ft. Worth) are available daily. Regular shuttle service is available from Hayden to Steamboat and charter service can be arranged from Denver. The Denver airport is 170 miles from Steamboat, approximately a 3 hour drive.
THE SHERATON STEAMBOAT RESORT is nestled at the base of the Steamboat Ski Area, just steps from the Silver Bullet Gondola. This full service luxury hotel includes: 315 beautifully-appointed guest rooms, suites and condominiums-each with a private balcony; sauna, steam rooms and fitness center; outdoor heated pools and hot tubs; complimentary ski storage and ski valet service; ski & sport shops, gift shop and ski rental; complimentary underground parking; two restaurants and one lounge.
THE CITY OF STEAMBOAT SPRINGS offers two distinct shopping and entertainment areas, the "Village" and "Old Town," and provides free bus transportation between the two. Included in these areas are over 70 restaurants and bars and an abundance of boutiques and galleries to explore.
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