Applications of the Neutral Zone in Prosthetics

Boston, MA •Friday, June 23, 2017 • 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

This presentation will describe the many applications in dentistry that can be enhanced by applying the concept of the Neutral Zone first described by Sir Winfred Smith when he indicated that the denture's polished surface should be contoured so that it approximates the moveable muscles of the lips, cheek, and tongue. In addition to simply replacing missing oral tissues, complete dentures serve to structurally redefine true spaces and potential spaces within the oral cavity. This concept today has major implications with implant prosthetics and optimal placement of implants. We must first address understanding how to make the embarrassing word, 'Denture'. By updating today's current methods in most dental schools globally, we will advance our future dentists to be better thinkers and practitioners for all societies.
Location/Venue
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
One Kneeland Street
Boston, MA 02111
Lodging Information
The hotels listed below are within walking distance of the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and offer a Tufts rate to program participants. Because rates vary depending on availability, please book your room early.

Courtyard by Marriott
Boston Tremont
275 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02116
Reservations: 800.321.2211
Phone: 617.426.1400
Fax: 617.482.6730
www.CourtyardBostonTremont.com

The DoubleTree Hotel
821 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02111
Phone: 617.956.7900
Fax: 617.956.7901
www.hiltonfamilyboston.com/downtown

The W Hotel Boston
100 Stuart Street
Boston, MA 02116
Phone: 617.261.8700
Fax: 617.310.6730
www.WHotels.com/boston
Speaker Information
JOSEPH J. MASSAD, D.D.S., Dr. Joseph Massad lives and practices in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He has advanced the field of removable complete prosthodontics, perfecting the true art of creating smiles as natural as nature intended them to be. He conducts extensive national and international continuing education programs for the dental profession and holds several product patents he created to ensure that his patients receive the most comfortable fitting prosthesis available.
Credit Information
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine designates this activity for 2 continuing education credits.

 
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. Approval Date12/15-11/19. 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 house by boards of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to ADA CERP at ADA.org/goto/cerp.
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Target Audiences
Dentists