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  • New!
    Contains 2 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 09/09/2026 at 1:00 PM (CDT)

    Modern marketing strategies and artificial intelligence (AI) tools can help oral and maxillofacial surgeons and their teams strengthen their digital presence, increase referrals and attract more patients. This 90-minute live webinar explores how patients search for specialists online, what drives engagement and how practices can stand out through website SEO, AI search optimization, social media strategy, online reviews and effective digital advertising. Administrative and clinical AI tools will be covered, guiding OMSs and staff through uses such as scheduling automation, insurance preauthorization, documentation and imaging support all while staying HIPAA compliant. Attendees will leave with actionable marketing tips, reusable AI prompts and ideas they can immediately apply to grow visibility, build patient trust and support long-term practice growth. Code: WPM260909

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    Beyond the Chair: Digital Marketing and AI Strategies to Elevate OMS Practice

    Modern marketing strategies and artificial intelligence (AI) tools can help oral and maxillofacial surgeons and their teams strengthen their digital presence, increase referrals and attract more patients. This 90-minute live webinar explores how patients search for specialists online, what drives engagement and how practices can stand out through website SEO, AI search optimization, social media strategy, online reviews and effective digital advertising. Administrative and clinical AI tools will be covered, guiding OMSs and staff through uses such as scheduling automation, insurance preauthorization, documentation and imaging support all while staying HIPAA compliant. Attendees will leave with actionable marketing tips, reusable AI prompts and ideas they can immediately apply to grow visibility, build patient trust and support long-term practice growth.

    *Indicates that this activity is approved by AAOMS for continuing dental education credit ONLY.

    Learning Objectives

    At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

    1. Demonstrate appropriate responses to both positive and negative reviews in a HIPAA-compliant manner.
    2. Conduct organic social media campaigns to increase awareness of the oral and maxillofacial surgery practice and attract new patients. 
    3. Demonstrate HIPAA-compliant use of artificial intelligence tools such as language learning models to improve office efficiency. 
    4. Design and conduct paid social media ad campaigns to promote the practice and its services. 
    5. Analyze social media campaign results and data to enhance marketing efforts. 


    Cancellation Policy: Registrants will receive a full refund up until the day before the event. No refund will be given for cancellation on the day of or after the event.

    Brandon C. Platt, DAT

    Brandon C. Platt, DAT

    CEO

    4D Digital Media, LLC

    Brandon C. Platt, DAT, is the CEO and founder of 4D Digital Media, LLC, a digital marketing and social media agency dedicated to helping dental professionals optimize their online presence and grow their practices. He specializes in developing innovative, data-driven strategies that combine social media, AI tools and patient engagement workflows. With a doctorate in athletic training and leadership roles across healthcare marketing associations, Platt brings a holistic perspective to digital growth. He has helped dental teams across the country implement tailored marketing systems that drive reputation, referrals and revenue.

    Disclosure(s): no financial relationships to disclose 

    Continuing Education Provider Approval
    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

    ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.

    ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 1.5 continuing education credit(s).

    AGD - Accepted Program Provider
    FAGD/MAGD Credit
    11/1/22-12/31/26
    Provider ID# 214680

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      • Member - $265
      • Resident Member - $265
      • Allied Staff Member - $265
      • Professional Staff Nonmember - $265
      • Other Nonmember - $265
      • Practice Management CE Subscriber - $265
      • CE Subscriber (Clinical & PM) - $265
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  • New!
    Contains 2 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 07/15/2026 at 6:00 PM (CDT)

    Orthognathic surgery plays a critical role in the management of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), particularly in patients with craniofacial skeletal deficiencies that are associated with upper airway collapse. This 60-minute live webinar will review how jaw structure can contribute to OSA, highlight patient selection criteria and discuss modern surgical approaches, most notably maxillomandibular advancement (MMA) and genioglossus advancement. Emphasis will be placed on airway-focused treatment planning, integration with sleep medicine/dentistry and evidence-based results, demonstrating how surgical treatment can reduce sleep apnea severity and improve overall quality of life. Code: WCE260715

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    Orthognathic Surgery for the OSA Patient

    Orthognathic surgery plays a critical role in the management of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), particularly in patients with craniofacial skeletal deficiencies that are associated with upper airway collapse. This 60-minute live webinar will review how jaw structure can contribute to OSA, highlight patient selection criteria and discuss modern surgical approaches, most notably maxillomandibular advancement (MMA) and genioglossus advancement. Emphasis will be placed on airway-focused treatment planning, integration with sleep medicine/dentistry and evidence-based results, demonstrating how surgical treatment can reduce sleep apnea severity and improve overall quality of life.

    Learning Objectives

    At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

    1. Comprehend the relationship between craniofacial skeletal anatomy and upper airway obstruction in patients with OSA, know how to assess a patient with suspected sleep apnea and how to interpret sleep studies. 
    2. Understand current OSA treatment algorithms and identify appropriate candidates and indications for maxillomandibular advancement in orthognathic surgery. 
    3. Describe key surgical techniques such as maxillary expansion and mandibular counterclockwise rotation as well as treatment planning considerations. 
    4. Evaluate the evidence supporting orthognathic surgery outcomes in OSA, including changes in AHI, airway volume and patient-reported quality of life.  


    Cancellation Policy: Registrants will receive a full refund up until the day before the event. No refund will be given on the day of or after the event.

    Andrea B. Burke, DMD, MD

    Andrea B. Burke, DMD, MD

    Associate Professor

    University of Washington

    Andrea B. Burke, DMD, MD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Washington. Dr. Burke joined the oral and maxillofacial surgery team after completing the Dental Clinical Research Fellowship Program at the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research in Bethesda, Md. Her research interests include orthognathic surgery and skeletal diseases. 

    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    Continuing Education Provider Approval
    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

    ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.

    ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 1.0 continuing education credit(s).

    AGD - Accepted Program Provider
    FAGD/MAGD Credit
    11/1/22-12/31/26
    Provider ID# 214680

    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this internet-based live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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      • Member - $125
      • Resident Member - Free!
      • Allied Staff Member - $125
      • Professional Staff Nonmember - $200
      • Other Nonmember - $200
      • Practice Management CE Subscriber - $125
      • CE Subscriber (Clinical & PM) - $125
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  • New!
    Contains 6 Component(s), Includes Credits

    From busy level I trauma centers to private offices, complications in maxillofacial trauma can be challenging to manage. The goal of this plenary session is to encompass a range of complications that any OMS could encounter and methods to correct them. This session is not a show-and-tell of major maxillofacial trauma but emphasizes complications that experts in trauma have experienced and the thought processes required to solve the problem and have the desired clinical outcome. Code: ODAM25GP1C

    From busy level I trauma centers to private offices, complications in maxillofacial trauma can be challenging to manage. The goal of this plenary session is to encompass a range of complications that any OMS could encounter and methods to correct them. This session is not a show-and-tell of major maxillofacial trauma but emphasizes complications that experts in trauma have experienced and the thought processes required to solve the problem and have the desired clinical outcome.

    Learning Objectives

    At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

    1. Recognize a maxillofacial trauma complication.
    2. Describe the thought processes and planning steps in preparing for and managing a complication.
    3. Discuss the utilization of technologies to help manage and prevent complications.


    Maloney Lecture: We Should 'Own' the Mandible
    Jasjit K. Dillon, DDS, MBBS
    Professor, Program Director
    University of Washington
    Seattle, Washington
    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    Orbital Complications
    Melissa S. Amundson, DDS, MPH, FACS
    Clinical Assistant Professor, Maxillofacial Trauma Surgeon
    Florida State University College of Medicine/ Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
    Tallahassee, Florida
    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    Mandible Complications
    James R. Brady, DDS, MD, MSc, BSc, FRCS
    Assistant Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Sciences, Division of Surgery
    Dalhousie University
    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    Frontal Sinus Complications
    Hans C. Brockhoff, II, DDS, MD, FACS
    Director of the El Paso Head & Neck and Microvascular Surgery Fellowship
    University Medical Center, El Paso, Texas/ High Desert Oral & Facial Surgery
    El Paso, Texas
    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    Zygoma Complications
    Dina Amin, DDS, FACS
    Associate Professor
    University of Rochester
    Rochester, New York
    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose


    An Internet-based CDE/CME Activity
    Original Release Date: September 18, 2025
    Expiration Date: September 18, 2028
    Estimated time to complete this educational activity: 2 hour(s)
    Method of participation: Self-Study

    Jasjit Dillon, DDS, MBBS

    Jasjit Dillon, DDS, MBBS

    Professor, Program Director

    University of Washington

    Jasjit (Jas) Kaur Dillon is Professor and Program Director of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Washington, Seattle, USA, and the Chief of OMS at Harborview Medical Center where she has a busy oncology, trauma and reconstructive practice. Her clinical training has been garnered from 5 countries – the UK, South Africa, Hong Kong, Vancouver BC and San Francisco. She obtained her dental degrees from the University of Newcastle Upon Tyne (BDS), the University of California San Francisco (DDS) and her medical degree from St Bartholomew’s School of Medicine, University of London (MBBS). She is a member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (FDSRCS), the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and a past examiner for the American Board of OMS and immediate past section editor for pathology for the Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.

    She has numerous peer reviewed scientific publications, book chapters and lectures nationally, internationally and is the recipient of two major grants studying medication related osteonecrosis of the jaws – one of which she received the Stephan Milam award for the highest scoring grant in 2016.

    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    Melissa S. Anundson, DDS, MPH, FACS

    Melissa S. Anundson, DDS, MPH, FACS

    Clinical Assistant Professor & Maxillofacial Trauma Surgeon

    Florida State University/ Tallahassee Memorial Hospital

    Dr. Melissa Amundson received her bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison (’99) followed by her BDS and DDS from the University of Illinois-Chicago (’07). She started her career in OMFS with an internship at the University of Pennsylvania followed by her residency at The University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital (’12). In 2015, she returned to an academic setting and completed her fellowship in Advanced Craniomaxillofacial Surgery and Trauma in Portland, Oregon at the Head and Neck Institute/Legacy Emanuel Hospital followed by her Master’s in Public Health at the University of Florida in 2020.
    Her professional interests include maxillofacial trauma and secondary reconstruction along with humanitarian surgery. She is currently a full time hospital based maxillofacial trauma surgeon at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital-Florida State University College of Medicine. Her extensive international experience has includes long-term projects in Honduras, Nigeria, and Sierra Leone. She is currently a consultant surgeon for Medicines Sans Frontiers/Doctors Without Borders and Mercy Ships along with American College of Surgery Committee Appointments for Health Outreach Program for Equity on Global Surgery (H.O.P.E) and International Relations.
    Dr. Amundson is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Fellow of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Vice President of the American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, and Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. She is the recipient of the Rising Star Award ’22 (University of Illinois), ICARE Award ’22 (Tallahassee), and the Luminary Award ’25 (University of Wisconsin).

    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    James R. Brady, DDS, MD, MSc, BSc, FRCS

    James R. Brady, DDS, MD, MSc, BSc, FRCS

    Assistant Professor

    Dalhousie University

    James is originally from Prince Edward Island. He complete his undergraduate BSc at Acadia University in Nova Scotia after which he made his way to Halifax where he completed his DDS at Dalhousie University finishing in 2007. He then completed the GPR program at the University of Western Ontario prior to his return to Halifax to complete the 6 year MD MSc in OMFS at Dalhousie University in 2014. He then traveled to Glasgow Scotland with his wife and 3 children to complete advanced training in trauma, and cleft lip and plate surgery.

    James then returned home to Dalhousie and has been fully engaged in a wide scope of practice including Dentoalveolar, Trauma, Orthognathic, Pathology, and TMJ surgery. James if a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentist, he is a member of the Canadian Dental Association, the Canadian Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the Halifax County Dental Society, and is registered with the General Medial Council in the UK. He is an Assistant Professor in the Dalhousie OMFS department.

    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    Hans C. Brockhoff, II, DDS, MD, FACS

    Hans C. Brockhoff, II, DDS, MD, FACS

    Director of the El Paso Head & Neck and Microvascular Surgery Fellowship

    University Medical Center, El Paso, Texas/ High Desert Oral & Facial Surgery

    Dr. Hans Brockhoff II is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon with fellowship training in head and neck oncology and microvascular reconstruction. He holds a dental degree from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry and a medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. He completed his residency at Parkland Hospital in Dallas, Texas and his fellowship at the University of Michigan.

    His clinical practice focuses on the surgical management of head and neck cancers including oral cavity, oropharynx, salivary gland, thyroid, and skull base. Additionally, he performs complex facial reconstruction using free tissue transfers and microneural surgery. He has extensive experience in correction of defects of the facial structures, maxillofacial trauma, and oral reconstruction.

    Dr. Brockhoff is the founding and current program director of the El Paso Head & Neck and Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship. This fellowship is one of approximately 14 in the United States for oral & maxillofacial surgery in the area of oncologic surgery. It is a two-year training program that offers advanced surgical training in head and neck cancer and microvascular reconstruction.

    Currently, Dr. Brockhoff is the Chief of the Division of Head & Neck Oncology and Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery at El Paso Children’s Hospital and an Assistant Clinical Professor at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, Texas. He has an additional appointment as an adjunct professor at the University of Texas Health Sciences Center in San Antonio, Texas. His areas of research are primarily in head and neck oncology as well as trauma, and reconstructive surgery.

    Dr. Brockhoff has lectured both nationally and internationally and has published numerous manuscripts in the area of head and neck cancer and reconstructive surgery. He is a current reviewer for the Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery as well as a board examiner for the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.

    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    Dina Amin, DDS, FACS

    Dina Amin, DDS, FACS

    OMFS Program Director

    University of Rochester

    Dr. Dina Amin is an Associate Professor and the Residency Program Director in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of
    Rochester, Rochester, NY. She specializes in oral, head, and neck oncology and microvascular reconstructive surgery. She graduated from King
    Abdulaziz University, the only internationally accredited dental school by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). She completed a
    Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency in Saudi Arabia, followed by fellowships in craniofacial surgery, head and neck oncology, and
    microvascular reconstructive surgery at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), Birmingham, Alabama, US. Dr. Amin joined the Emory
    Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS) in 2016 as the director of the OMS Ambulatory Clinic. In 2021, she was appointed the associate
    chief of OMS service at Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA. Dr. Amin is accredited with introducing head and neck oncology and microvascular
    reconstruction, utilizing computer-assisted surgery and computer-assisted navigation to complex craniomaxillofacial trauma and advanced head and
    neck reconstruction to the clinical services of Emory OMS. Dr. Amin worked briefly at Texas A&M University and Baylor Medical Center before
    joining the University of Rochester. Her primary research evolved from her interests in craniomaxillofacial trauma and head and neck reconstruction, as she is the PI of an orbital trauma clinical trial. Dr. Amin has received intramural and international grants. She is the author of more than 30 articles in peer-reviewed journals and 15 book chapters. She also edited one book entitled" Pitfalls and Pearls in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery."

    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    Continuing Education Provider Approval
    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

    ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.

    ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 2.0 continuing education credit(s).

    AGD - Accepted Program Provider
    FAGD/MAGD Credit
    11/1/22-12/31/26
    Provider ID# 214680

    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this internet-based enduring material for a maximum of 2.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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      • Member - $120
      • Resident Member - Free!
      • Allied Staff Member - $120
      • Professional Staff Nonmember - $240
      • Other Nonmember - $240
      • Practice Management CE Subscriber - $120
      • CE Subscriber (Clinical & PM) - Free!
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  • New!
    Contains 6 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This session aims to give dental professionals a comprehensive overview of the current landscape in implant dentistry. It will explore innovative techniques, critical decision-making regarding implant materials, and managing complications associated with dental implants. Featuring expert speakers on topics such as virtual planning in terminal dentition and the zirconia vs. titanium debate, this session will equip attendees with the knowledge and skills to enhance patient outcomes and navigate the complexities of modern implant practices. Code: ODAM25GP3A

    This session aims to give dental professionals a comprehensive overview of the current landscape in implant dentistry. It will explore innovative techniques, critical decision-making regarding implant materials, and managing complications associated with dental implants. Featuring expert speakers on topics such as virtual planning in terminal dentition and the zirconia vs. titanium debate, this session will equip attendees with the knowledge and skills to enhance patient outcomes and navigate the complexities of modern implant practices

    Learning Objectives

    At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

    1. Identify common complications in dental implant procedures and discuss strategies for effective management.
    2. Understand how to leverage remote anchorage techniques in complex cases to improve treatment predictability and patient satisfaction.
    3. Explain how to effectively incorporate digital workflows and regenerative materials into clinical practice for better treatment planning and execution.
    4. Apply the latest innovations and evidence-based practices in implant dentistry to enhance clinical skills and patient care.
    5. Analyze the pros and cons of zirconia vs. titanium implants to make informed decisions for specific clinical scenarios.


    Management of Terminal Dentition with Virtual Planning Through a Team Approach
    Keyvan Abbaszadeh, DMD, FRCD(C), FACS
    Partner
    Interface Centre for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
    London, Ontario, Canada
    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    Integrating Technology and Techniques in Modern Implant Dentistry: A Critical Review
    Mark E. Ludlow, DMD, MS
    Associate Professor and Section Head of Implant Dentistry, Digital Dentistry, and Removable Prosthodontics
    University of Utah School of Dentistry
    Salt Lake City, Utah
    Disclosure(s): Dentsply Sirona: Consultant (Ongoing), Research Grant or Support (Ongoing), Speaker's Bureau (Ongoing); Henry Schein: Consultant (Ongoing), Speaker's Bureau (Ongoing); Spear Education: Consultant (Ongoing), Employee (Ongoing), Speaker's Bureau (Ongoing)

    Dental Implant Complications: Are We Ignoring the Elephant in the Room?
    William G. Abbott
    Partner
    Interface Centre for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 
    London, Ontario, Canada
    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    Zirconia vs. Titanium Implants: Are We Making the Right Choice?
    Joan Pi Anfruns, DMD
    Partner
    Anfruns Henderson and Kane Dental Partnership
    Los Angeles, California
    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    Pterygoid Implants Demystified: Indications, Techniques, and Outcomes for Challenging Cases
    Jay M. Neugarten, DDS, MD, FACS
    Private Practice
    New York Center for Orthognathic and Maxillofacial Surgery (NYCOMS)
    New York, New York
    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose


    An Internet-based CDE/CME Activity
    Original Release Date: September 19, 2025
    Expiration Date: September 19, 2028
    Estimated time to complete this educational activity: 2 hour(s)
    Method of participation: Self-Study

    Keyvan Abbaszadeh, DMD, FRCD(C), FACS

    Keyvan Abbaszadeh, DMD, FRCD(C), FACS

    Partner

    Interface Centre for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

    Dr. Keyvan Abbaszadeh completed his dental training at Tufts University in Boston followed by a general practice residency at Harvard University. He completed his residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at University of Illinois at Chicago in 1999.

    Keyvan is an examiner for the Royal College of Dentists of Canada. He is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and a fellow of American College of Surgeons.

    Keyvan is an Adjunct Clinical Professor at the Western University.

    Keyvan is in group practice in London, Ontario. His clinical interests are trauma, orthognathic, implant, and dentoalveolar surgery.

    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    Mark E. Ludlow, DMD, MS

    Mark E. Ludlow, DMD, MS

    Associate Professor and Section Head of Implant Dentistry, Digital Dentistry, and Removable Prosthodontics

    University of Utah

    Dr. Mark Ludlow is the Section Head of Implant Dentistry, Digital Dentistry, and Removable Prosthodontics at the University of Utah School of Dentistry. He completed his DMD dental training at the University of Connecticut and received his MS in prosthodontics from the University of North Carolina. As a practicing and teaching prosthodontist, Dr. Ludlow’s passion is in the development and integration of digital technology in the practice of everyday implant and restorative dentistry.

    Disclosure(s): Dentsply Sirona: Consultant (Ongoing), Research Grant or Support (Ongoing), Speaker's Bureau (Ongoing); Henry Schein: Consultant (Ongoing), Speaker's Bureau (Ongoing); Spear Education: Consultant (Ongoing), Employee (Ongoing), Speaker's Bureau (Ongoing)

    William G. Abbott, DDS

    William G. Abbott, DDS

    Partner

    Interface Centre for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

    Dr. Abbott obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Toronto and his Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery training at Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. Bill is a Partner at the Interface Surgery Centre in London, Canada.
    Dr. Abbott is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and a past examiner for the College. He is a retired Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He is a Past President of the Canadian Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and the London and District Dental Society. Bill was previously an Associate Clinical Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Illinois at Chicago. He is a Fellow of the International Team for Implantology (ITI) and former Study Club Coordinator for the Canadian Section of ITI. Bill is a frequent speaker at study clubs and dental societies and is the recipient of numerous service awards.

    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    Joan Pi Anfruns, DMD

    Joan Pi Anfruns, DMD

    Partner

    Anfruns Henderson and Kane Dental Partnership

    Dr. Joan Pi-Anfruns was born and raised in Barcelona, Spain. He earned his degree as a Doctor of Dental Medicine from the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain. He completed post-doctoral training in Implant Dentistry from New York University’s Advanced Implant Program, Department of Periodontics and Implant Dentistry. He then joined the UCLA School of Dentistry and completed a Fellowship in Surgical Implant Dentistry. Dr. Pi-Anfruns is in private practice in Los Angeles, CA. He is a Diplomate of the Academy of Osseointegration and a Fellow of the International Team for Implantology. His areas of expertise include dental implant surgery, hard and soft tissue reconstruction, and dental extractions and he lectures nationally and internationally on these topics. Dr. Pi-Anfruns has published numerous scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals and has co-authored several book chapters in the field of Implant Dentistry.

    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    Jay M. Neugarten, DDS, MD, FACS

    Jay M. Neugarten, DDS, MD, FACS

    Private Practice

    New York Center for Orthognathic and Maxillofacial Surgery (NYCOMS)

    Dr. Jay Neugarten is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon practicing for over 20 years at The New York Center for Orthognathic and Maxillofacial Surgery in Manhattan, New York. Graduating from Columbia’s School of Dental Medicine and completing advanced training in oral surgery at North Shore’s Long Island Jewish Medical Center before earning a medical degree from Stony Brook University, Dr. Neugarten’s
    areas of expertise cover an array of advanced treatments from individually customized orthognathic plates to robotically guided implant reconstructions. A distinguished fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
    Dr. Neugarten has also served as an educator of residents and students at Cornell-Weill and Long Island Jewish Medical Centers as well as lecturing internationally on the latest modalities in oral and maxillofacial surgery. He additionally established the Zaga Center New York City, a collaborative effort within the international Zaga community of surgeons dedicated to advancing the field of zygomatic reconstruction. The dedication and passion that marked Dr. Neugarten’s academic achievements remain a driving force throughout his career, exemplifying the dynamic intersection of
    skill, innovation, and compassion that defines his pioneering approach to oral surgery.

    Disclosure(s): Straumann Group: Consultant (Ongoing); Stryker CMF: Consultant (Ongoing)

    Continuing Education Provider Approval
    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

    ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.

    ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 2.0 continuing education credit(s).

    AGD - Accepted Program Provider
    FAGD/MAGD Credit
    11/1/22-12/31/26
    Provider ID# 214680

    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this internet-based enduring material for a maximum of 2.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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      • Member - $120
      • Resident Member - Free!
      • Allied Staff Member - $120
      • Professional Staff Nonmember - $240
      • Other Nonmember - $240
      • Practice Management CE Subscriber - $120
      • CE Subscriber (Clinical & PM) - Free!
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    Contains 6 Component(s), Includes Credits

    Common and often undiagnosed, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) can have a devastating effect on the health and quality of life of patients. After early detection, comprehensive evaluation and detailed treatment planning can provide much needed surgical care for OSA patients. This session is designed to review standard and novel techniques in the assessment of the airway with an emphasis on imaging and drug-induced sleep endoscopy. Code: ODAM25SSOD38

    Common and often undiagnosed, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) can have a devastating effect on the health and quality of life of patients. After early detection, comprehensive evaluation and detailed treatment planning can provide much needed surgical care for OSA patients. This session is designed to review standard and novel techniques in the assessment of the airway with an emphasis on imaging and drug-induced sleep endoscopy.


    Learning Objectives

    At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

    1. Select and implement imaging modalities required for comprehensive airway evaluation in patients with OSA.
    2. Provide a comprehensive classification of the airway during a drug-induced sleep endoscopy.
    3. Perform a clinical examination as it pertains to treatment planning for OSA.


    Paul Covelllo, DDS, MD, FACS
    Program Director, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
    Geisinger Health
    Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania 
    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose


    An Internet-based CDE/CME Activity
    Original Release Date: September 15, 2025
    Expiration Date: September 15, 2028
    Estimated time to complete this educational activity: 1 hour
    Method of participation: Self-Study

    Paul Covello, DDS, MD, FACS

    Paul Covello, DDS, MD, FACS

    Program Director, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

    Geisinger Health

    Dr. Covello is a board-certified, fellowship-trained Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Head & Neck Surgical Oncologist, and Microvascular Reconstructive Surgeon. He currently serves as the Program Director of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at Geisinger Health and Assistant Professor at the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine in Wilkes-Barre, PA. A Chicago native, he completed undergraduate and dental school at Marquette University (Milwaukee, WI), medical school at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine (New York, NY), Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery residency at Mount Sinai Beth Israel - Jacobi Medical Centers (New York, NY), and a fellowship in Head & Neck Oncology with Microvascular Reconstruction at Louisiana State University (Shreveport, LA). His clinical interests include Head & Neck Oncology, Microvascular Reconstruction, Salivary Gland Diseases, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Craniomaxillofacial Trauma. Dr. Covello is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, American College of Craniomaxillofacial Surgeons, and International Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons. He holds an ABOMS Certificate of Added Qualification in Head and Neck Oncologic and Reconstructive Surgery. He serves on the Board of the Pennsylvania Society of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons.

    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    Continuing Education Provider Approval
    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

    ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.

    ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 1.0 continuing education credit(s).

    AGD - Accepted Program Provider
    FAGD/MAGD Credit
    11/1/22-12/31/26
    Provider ID# 214680

    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this internet-based enduring material for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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  • New!
    Contains 6 Component(s), Includes Credits

    Infection management and prevention are routine components of the modern oral and maxillofacial surgeon's practice. This 60-minute live webinar will explore recent updates to the management of complex odontogenic infections, including current guidelines for antibiotic use in these cases. In addition, surgical prophylaxis literature for routine procedures will be discussed. Participants will have the opportunity to review their current practices to optimize antibiotic stewardship as well as outcomes for surgical patients. Code: WCE260520R

    Infection management and prevention are routine components of the modern oral and maxillofacial surgeon's practice. This 60-minute live webinar will explore recent updates to the management of complex odontogenic infections, including current guidelines for antibiotic use in these cases. In addition, surgical prophylaxis literature for routine procedures will be discussed. Participants will have the opportunity to review their current practices to optimize antibiotic stewardship as well as outcomes for surgical patients.

    Learning Objectives

    At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

    1. Understand current guidelines of antibiotic use for simple and complicated odontogenic infections. 
    2. Comprehend the current guidelines on surgical prophylaxis for routine procedures. 
    3. Explain updates in the trends and management of complicated odontogenic infections.


    Paul L. Shivers, DMD, MD
    Faculty, Dept. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery/Hospital Dentistry
    University of Michigan Hospital
    Ann Arbor, Michigan
    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    An Internet-based CDE/CME Activity
    Original Release Date: May 20, 2026
    Expiration Date: May 20, 2029
    Estimated time to complete this educational activity: 1.0 hour
    Method of participation: Self-Study

    Paul L. Shivers, DMD, MD

    Paul L. Shivers, DMD, MD

    Faculty, Dept. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery/Hospital Dentistry

    University of Michigan Hospitals

    Paul L. Shivers, DMD, MD, is a faculty member in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery/Hospital Dentistry within the Department of Surgery at the University of Michigan Hospitals. Currently, he serves as the Program Director of Oral/Head and Neck Oncology and Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship within the Section of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He earned his dental and medical degrees and completed OMS residency at Case Western Reserve University. Following residency, he pursued fellowship training in oral/head and neck oncology and microvascular reconstructive surgery at the University of Michigan.

    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    Continuing Education Provider Approval
    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

    ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.

    ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 1.0 continuing education credit(s).

    AGD - Accepted Program Provider
    FAGD/MAGD Credit
    11/1/22-12/31/26
    Provider ID# 214680

    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this internet-based enduring material for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

  • New!
    Contains 6 Component(s), Includes Credits

    Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the landscape of oral and maxillofacial surgery for both surgeons and practice staff. This 90-minute live webinar explores practical implementation of AI and digital tools in the OMS practice to streamline workflows, elevate marketing and enhance patient engagement. Attendees will learn how to select and adopt AI-driven systems such as scheduling automation, documentation assistants and social media analytics. Through live demonstrations and real-world examples, participants will gain a toolkit for responsible integration of these emerging technologies that improve team efficiency and create measurable return on investment while preserving professional integrity. Code: WPM260506R

    Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the landscape of oral and maxillofacial surgery for both surgeons and practice staff. This 90-minute live webinar explores practical implementation of AI and digital tools in the OMS practice to streamline workflows, elevate marketing and enhance patient engagement. Attendees will learn how to select and adopt AI-driven systems such as scheduling automation, documentation assistants and social media analytics. Through live demonstrations and real-world examples, participants will gain a toolkit for responsible integration of these emerging technologies that improve team efficiency and create measurable return on investment while preserving professional integrity.

    *Indicates that this activity is approved by AAOMS for continuing dental education credit ONLY.

    Learning Objectives

    At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

    1. Identify high-impact AI tools that can assist OMS clinical documentation, scheduling and marketing. 
    2. Demonstrate how to integrate AI-based assistants and analytics into daily workflow to improve staff efficiency and communication. 
    3. Implement digital strategies that enhance patient engagement and brand visibility while maintaining ethical standards. 
    4. Evaluate ROI and performance metrics to guide continuous improvement. 


    John M. Sands, DDS, MD
    Founder, CEO
    AROMS
    Midvale, UT
    Disclosure(s): AROMS, CEO/Founder (Ongoing)

    An Internet-based CDE Activity
    Original Release Date: May, 6, 2026
    Expiration Date: May 6, 2029
    Estimated time to complete this educational activity: 1.5 hour(s)
    Method of participation: Self-Study

    John M. Sands, DDS, MD

    John M. Sands, DDS, MD

    Founder, CEO

    AROMS

    John M. Sands, DDS, MD, serves as an attending surgeon at Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital where his scope of practice includes orthognathic surgery, OSA, TMJ disorders, head and neck pathology, facial trauma and dentoalveolar surgery. Dr. Sands launched AROMS (Advancing Resources of OMS) in 2022 - the first comprehensive digital platform for OMS education - now serving more than 7,000 subscribers across 75 countries. Through both his clinical practice and AROMS, Dr. Sands has implemented AI-driven tools, automation and digital workflows across surgical education, research, marketing, patient communication and referral systems. Under his leadership, AROMS utilizes AI-enabled analytics and automated outreach systems to reach more than 1.5 million users per month with minimal overhead. His work focuses on leveraging modern AI and digital infrastructure to improve efficiency, scalability and outcomes in both clinical and educational environments. 

    Disclosure(s): AROMS (CEO/Founder)

    Continuing Education Provider Approval
    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

    ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.

    ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

    The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 1.5 continuing education credit(s).

    AGD - Accepted Program Provider
    FAGD/MAGD Credit
    11/1/22-12/31/26
    Provider ID# 214680

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      • Resident Member - $265
      • Allied Staff Member - $265
      • Professional Staff Nonmember - $265
      • Other Nonmember - $265
      • Practice Management CE Subscriber - $265
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  • New!
    Contains 5 Component(s), Includes Credits

    From the AAOMS podcast library, This episode covers the essential elements of a smooth, strategic practice transition. Drawing from years of experience advising oral and maxillofacial surgeons, Zachary Esplund joins the podcast to discuss how to preserve value, avoid common pitfalls, and confidently map a professional transition — whether it's two or ten years away. Code: ODPCE251008

    From the AAOMS podcast library, this episode covers the essential elements of a smooth, strategic practice transition. Drawing from years of experience advising oral and maxillofacial surgeons, Zachary Esplund joins the podcast to discuss how to preserve value, avoid common pitfalls, and confidently map a professional transition — whether it's two or ten years away.

    *Indicates that this activity is approved by AAOMS for continuing dental education credit ONLY. 

    Learning Objectives

    At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

    1. Understand the importance of beginning practice transition planning at least five years prior to retirement or succession.
    2. Identify the primary value drivers that influence the valuation and attractiveness of an oral and maxillofacial surgery practice. 
    3. Recognize common mistakes surgeons make during practice transitions, including delayed planning, poor financial organization, and lack of advisory coordination. 
    4. Explain the importance of building an experienced advisory team to support legal, financial, operational, and emotional aspects of a transition. 



      Zachary Esplund, CFP, ChFC, CLU, MSFS, RICP, AEP
      Founder
      Physician's Wealth Solutions 
      Scottsdale, Arizona
      Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose


      An Internet-based CDE Activity
      Original Podcast Date: October 08, 2025
      Estimated time to complete this educational activity: 0.25 hours
      Method of participation: Self-Study

      Zachar Esplund, CFP, ChFC, CLU, MSFS, RICP, AEP

      Zachar Esplund, CFP, ChFC, CLU, MSFS, RICP, AEP

      Founder

      Physician's Wealth Solutions

      Zachary Esplund, CFP, ChFC, CLU, MSFS, RICP, AEP, is the founder of Physician’s Wealth Solutions, a financial planning firm dedicated to helping medical professionals simplify complexity and create lasting legacies. With over a decade of experience advising oral and maxillofacial surgeons, Zach specializes in practice transition planning, tax-efficient retirement strategies and concierge-level financial guidance.

      Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

      Continuing Education Provider Approval
      The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

      ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.

      ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

      The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 0.25 continuing education credit(s).

      AGD - Accepted Program Provider
      FAGD/MAGD Credit
      11/1/22-12/31/26
      Provider ID# 214680

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        • Resident Member - Free!
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    1. Contains 6 Component(s), Includes Credits

      Simulated emergency drills are an effective method to train the entire office team in unanticipated events that may occur in the OMS office. AAOMS has recently recommended quarterly office mock drills for all member offices. OMSs face the challenge of getting buy-in from every team member and regularly incorporating these drills into a busy schedule. This session will teach tips, tricks and practical suggestions on how to make emergency drills routine in the practice. Code: ODAM25PM08

      Simulated emergency drills are an effective method to train the entire office team in unanticipated events that may occur in the OMS office. AAOMS has recently recommended quarterly office mock drills for all member offices. OMSs face the challenge of getting buy-in from every team member and regularly incorporating these drills into a busy schedule. This session will teach tips, tricks and practical suggestions on how to make emergency drills routine in the practice.


      Learning Objectives

      At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:


      1. Plan routine emergency drills in the OMS office.
      2. Create a schedule and different emergency scenarios in the office.
      3. Create emergency scenarios, execute mock drills, create videos and learn how to debrief using the videos.


      Deepak Krishnan, DDS, BDS, FACS, FDSRCPS
      Chief of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
      University of Cincinnati  
      Cincinnati, Ohio
      Disclosure(s): No relevant financial relationships to disclose

      James Alexander Phero, DDS, MD
      Assistant Professor
      University of Cincinnati Medical Center 
      Cincinnati, Ohio
      Disclosure(s): No relevant financial relationships to disclose


      An Internet-based CDE/CME Activity
      Original Release Date: September 18, 2025
      Expiration Date: September 18, 2028
      Estimated time to complete this educational activity: 2.0 hour(s)
      Method of participation: Self-Study

      Deepak G. Krishnan, DDS, FACS

      Deepak G. Krishnan, DDS, FACS

      Associate Professor, Division Chief

      University of Cincinnati Medical Center

      Deepak Krishnan, DDS, BDS, FACS, is an associate professor of surgery at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine where he is the Residency Program Director of Advanced Training Program in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He is also the Chief of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Krishnan is an examiner and director of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS) and serves as the organization's representative on both the AAOMS Committee on Education and Training and the ADA Residency Review Committee OMS. 

      Disclosure(s): No relevant financial relationships to disclose.

      James A. Phero, MD, DDS

      James A. Phero, MD, DDS

      Assistant Professor

      University of Cincinnati Medical Center

      James, A. Phero, MD, DDS, Assistant Professor, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Cincinnati
      Dr. Phero is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon whose clinical practice focuses on corrective jaw surgery, facial trauma and reconstruction, temporomandibular joint surgery and the management of benign head and neck pathology.
      He has been active in academic education, research, and administrative activities since joining the UC Surgery Department in 2019.
      Dr. Phero has a passion for and is active at UC and nationally in team simulation training for evaluation and management of medical emergencies. He is currently on the board of the directors for the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology and is the current president of the Ohio Dental Society of Anesthesiology.

      Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

      Continuing Education Provider Approval
      The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

      ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.

      ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

      The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 2.0 continuing education credit(s).

      AGD - Accepted Program Provider
      FAGD/MAGD Credit
      11/1/22-12/31/26
      Provider ID# 214680

      The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

      The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this internet-based enduring material for a maximum of 2.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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        • Resident Member - $120
        • Allied Staff Member - $120
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        • Other Nonmember - $240
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    2. Contains 6 Component(s), Includes Credits

      During the day, the lumbar spine is stressed by work demands, poor posture and leisure activities. Back pain, with or without lower extremity symptoms, can limit productivity and career longevity. This session will examine common causes of low back pain, discuss prevention strategies and explore ways to alleviate symptoms. It also will cover the role of mechanical diagnosis and treatment in classifying and addressing spinal conditions. The importance of proper posture and positioning in the production and alleviation of symptoms also will be discussed. Code: ODAM25PMOD12

      During the day, the lumbar spine is stressed by work demands, poor posture and leisure activities. Back pain, with or without lower extremity symptoms, can limit productivity and career longevity. This session will examine common causes of low back pain, discuss prevention strategies and explore ways to alleviate symptoms. It also will cover the role of mechanical diagnosis and treatment in classifying and addressing spinal conditions. The importance of proper posture and positioning in the production and alleviation of symptoms also will be discussed.

      *Indicates that this activity is approved by AAOMS for continuing dental education credit ONLY.

      Learning Objectives

      At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:


      1. Describe what proper posture is and why it is important in the prevention or treatment of spinal pain.
      2. Differentiate between structures that are responsible for producing spinal pain and those that are not.
      3. Describe appropriate exercises that can be performed to alleviate back pain related to different spinal conditions.
      4. Identify potential risk factors in work and recreational activities that contribute to spinal pain.


      David Pleva, PT
      Outpatient Clinic Manager
      Community Physical Therapy & Assoc Ltd 
      Elmhurst, Illinois
      Disclosure(s): No relevant financial relationships to disclose


      An Internet-based CDE Activity
      Original Release Date: September 15, 2025
      Expiration Date: September 15, 2028
      Estimated time to complete this educational activity: 1.0 hour(s)
      Method of participation: Self-Study

      David Pleva, PT

      David Pleva, PT

      Outpatient Clinic Manager

      Community Physical Therapy & Assoc Ltd

      David is a practicing physical therapist who specializes in the treatment of orthopedic spine and extremity disorders. He received his diploma in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy in 1998 and has been teaching Faculty for The McKenzie Institute USA since 2004. He earned his board certification in orthopedics (OCS) in 2019.

      David treats patients in a private clinic and has also consulted with numerous industries on the prevention of back pain and ergonomics.

      In addition, David has been an invited speaker at various spine symposiums as well as other professional groups including The American Dental Association, The Chicago Dental Association and Illinois Society for Advanced Practice Nursing. He also recently presented at the 15th International Conference in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy.

      Dave currently serves as the Outpatient Clinic Manager for Community Physical Therapy and Associates, Ltd in Addison, IL.

      Disclosure(s): No relevant disclosure to display

      Continuing Education Provider Approval
      The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

      ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.

      ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

      The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 1.0 continuing education credit(s).

      AGD - Accepted Program Provider
      FAGD/MAGD Credit
      11/1/22-12/31/26
      Provider ID# 214680

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        • Member - $60
        • Resident Member - $60
        • Allied Staff Member - $60
        • Professional Staff Nonmember - $120
        • Other Nonmember - $120
        • Practice Management CE Subscriber - Free!
        • CE Subscriber (Clinical & PM) - Free!
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