Periodontal Surgical Skills Workshop: Treating, Managing, and Beating Up on Periodontal Disease

Boston, MA •Friday, October 5, 2018, 9 a.m. - Saturday, October 6, 2018, 4 p.m.

In the extensive workshop sessions, participants will learn to enhance or develop skills in basic periodontal flap surgery, and show the potential for a non-surgical and/or minimally invasive approach. Please note that this is a short-term course meant to introduce providers to these procedures and is not a guarantee of competency.

Location/Venue
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
One Kneeland Street
Boston, MA 02111
Course Information

Feeling helpless when that well-treated periodontal case relapses? Mad at a patient because they are not flossing enough? Join Dr. Kohner for this 2-day hands-on course and learn how to better understand the diagnosis, treatment, and maintenance of periodontal disease. By the conclusion of the course, participants will feel comfortable with different kinds of treatments, and the potential success of these approaches, whether they choose to do some of it themselves or refer it out.

In the extensive workshop sessions, participants will learn to enhance or develop skills in basic periodontal flap surgery, and show the potential for a non-surgical and/or minimally invasive approach. Please note that this is a short-term course meant to introduce providers to these procedures and is not a guarantee of competency.

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

JAMES KOHNER, D.D.S. Leading expert in periodontal care; 35 years in private practice and 20 years teaching.

Dr. Kohner is experienced with both surgical and non-surgical care, and is a frequent presenter at meetings of the American Academy of Periodontology. He has also lectured previously at the AGD Annual Session, Chicago Midwinter Dental Meeting, Greater New York Dental Meeting, and many other dental meetings around the world. 

Credit Information
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine designates this activity for 12.0 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. 
Cancellation Policy
The Division of Continuing Education reserves the right to end registration when enrollment limit is reached and to cancel, modify, or alter content or faculty for any course if circumstances indicate the need for such a change. If the school finds it necessary to cancel a course, a full refund will be granted. All attempts to contact registrants will be made as soon as possible in the event of a course cancellation. The school will not be held responsible for any losses due to travel arrangements made by the registrant.

In the event of inclement weather (such as a snow emergency) or other extenuating circumstances, the Division of Continuing Education may be forced to cancel a course. If a course has been cancelled, we will contact participants by the phone number and/or email address provided. You may call or email our office on the day of the course if you are uncertain of a course’s status.

Refunds

Full tuition refund or credit will be given for cancellations received at least two weeks prior to course date. Refunds or tuition credit will not be issued for participant no-shows.
Target Audiences
GPs, Specialists