Diagnosis: Analog & Digital Approaches

The course focuses on restorative and periodontal diagnostic techniques and methodologies. We will also cover analog and digital impression recording for treatment planning.  Learners will discuss the interpretation of radiographs to determine tissue conditions, overall objective of periodontal therapy, and key factors to achieve successful periodontal therapy. In addition, learners will have the opportunity to study and interpret digital design software tools for restorative material selection for final dental treatment planning.     
 
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to: 

Describe the principles of digital dental photography for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning  

Summarize the application of analog impression techniques for different and/or challenging clinical scenarios 

Apply the techniques of digital impressions (DI) to utilize the benefits of the technology 

Describe principles related to tissue conditioning & maintenance of periodontal health 

Interpret radiographs thoroughly 

Identify and select recommended indirect restorative materials based on scan results  

Identify techniques related to dental treatment planning, such as the selection and manufacture of milled vs. printed digital dentures