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Early Treatment of Malocclusion: A Simplified Approach to Diagnosis and Treatment
Boston, MA •Friday, March 16, 2018, 9 a.m. - Saturday, March 17, 2018, 5 p.m.
In this two-day lecture and hands-on typodont-based course, Dr. Leonard Carapezza will draw on over 30 years of experience treating pediatric malocclusion in order to help course participants diagnose and treat malocclusion consistently and effectively. This course is designed for both pediatric and general dentists, and will include extensive opportunities to practice techniques on specialized typodonts.
This course will include lecture and workshops focused on:
· Diagnosis and treatment planning
· Classification systems for Class I, II and III Maloclusions
· Early treatment mechano-therapy
· Primary and mixed dentition arch development
· Serial guidance
· Use of basic and advanced utility arch-wire mechanics to achieve goals:
Both days will feature lecture and typodont workshops designed to give participants the ability to put these techniques into practice.
This course will include lecture and workshops focused on:
· Diagnosis and treatment planning
· Classification systems for Class I, II and III Maloclusions
· Early treatment mechano-therapy
· Primary and mixed dentition arch development
· Serial guidance
· Use of basic and advanced utility arch-wire mechanics to achieve goals:
- proper overbite
- proper overjet
- proper molar relationship
- proper skeletal relationship
- proper lip seal
Both days will feature lecture and typodont workshops designed to give participants the ability to put these techniques into practice.
Location/Venue
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
One Kneeland Street
Boston, MA 02111
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
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
LEONARD CARAPEZZA, D.M.D., Associate Clinical Professor, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine; Associate, New England Medical Center; Senior Certified Instructor and Diplomate, American Orthodontic Society; Senior Certified Instructor, International Association of Orthodontics; Founder and Director, Institute for Growth and Development in Pediatric Dentistry
Credit Information
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine designates this activity for up to 14 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.
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.
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.