2025 Courses and Events

Course #: 2300
Date: 11/29/2025
Time: 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Course Info: Half Day
Speaker(s):
Lucas Charlén, DDS, MS
Maria Villarasa, International Dentist

Topic: Esthetics/Cosmetic Dentistry
Tuition: $155.00
Credits: 3
AGD Number: 370 – Orthodontics
Recommended For:
Dentists, Hygienists, Students, Educator

Description:

In today’s evolving dental landscape, complex esthetic and functional cases demand more than isolated treatment approaches; they require seamless interdisciplinary collaboration. This presentation highlights the transformative potential of orthodontic and periodontal synergy. Through real-life case studies, we will examine how strategic planning, optimal timing, and effective communication between specialties can elevate treatment outcomes beyond what either discipline could achieve alone. Special emphasis will be placed on the use of corticotomies, the Regional Acceleratory Phenomenon (RAP), dental auto-transplantation, and Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADs), all aimed at preserving and enhancing dentoalveolar and mucogingival health.

Learn to:

• identify key orthodontic challenges that may result in prolonged or unpredictable outcomes if not addressed with early interdisciplinary input
• explore alternative and effective solutions for managing complex cases through coordinated ortho-perio treatment strategies
• expand the scope of traditional orthodontic care by integrating periodontal procedures to enhance both function and esthetics
• understand the diagnostic advantages of CBCT imaging in interdisciplinary treatment planning, risk assessment, and long-term case stability

Support for this program is provided by