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Clinical Advances in a Restorative Practice
Augusta, GA •Saturday, May 23, 2015, 7:15 a.m. - Monday, May 25, 2015, 12 p.m.
This course is designed to bring together the art and science of esthetic dentistry, and will focus on many of the clinical issues we deal with every day. Criteria for selection of clinical materials and proven techniques will be discussed based on clinical science, not on manufacturer’s claims. Understanding selection of materials based on clinical scenarios is often a challenge as well as understanding how occlusion factors into our decision making process. This program will also stress the concept of comprehensive dentistry and how to predictably treatment plan cases for clinical success. Many cases will be discussed ranging from simple to complex giving the participant more confidence in treating their own future cases.
Location/Venue
Georgia Regents University
College of Dental Medicine
1120 15th Street, RM GC4297
Augusta, GA 30912
College of Dental Medicine
1120 15th Street, RM GC4297
Augusta, GA 30912
Program Agenda
Saturday
- 7:15 am Continental Breakfast
- 7:45 am Welcome and Introduction to Course
- 8:00 am Direct posterior composite restorations and adhesives - What you really need to know!
- 10:00 am Break
- 10:15 am Direct posterior composite restorations and adhesives - What you really need to know! (continued)
- 12:15 pm Adjourn
- 7:15 am Continental Breakfast
- 7:45 am The Marriage of Esthetics, Occlusion, and Comprehensive Dentistry
- 9:45 am Break
- 10:00 am The Marriage of Esthetics, Occlusion, and Comprehensive Dentistry (continued)
- 12:00 pm Adjourn
- 7:15 am Continental Breakfast
- 7:45 am Digital Dentistry...Don’t be Afraid. Embrace the technology, and Get Connected
- 9:45 am Break
- 10 am Digital Dentistry...Don’t be Afraid. Embrace the technology, and Get Connected (continued)
- 11:45 am Questions and Answers
- 12:00 pm Adjourn
Lodging Information
Located on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean in a lush, subtropical setting, Hilton Head Island offers a unique blend of unspoiled, natural beauty complemented by first-class amenities and activities. Visitors can enjoy miles of wide sandy beach, ideal for sailing, cycling, and strolling. Sports enthusiasts will find the perfect setting for outdoor activities including golf and tennis. The island has 21 championship golf courses and 200 tennis courts. Shopping also abounds with more than 100 outlet stores. Equally enticing, the historic cities of Beaufort and Savannah are just 45 minutes away.
Omni Hilton Head oceanfront Resort This oceanfront paradise is a perfect getaway. Lush, meandering gardens surrounded by peaceful lagoons are the ideal setting to relax and unwind. Three miles of white sandy beaches are at your doorstep.
Reservations can be made by individuals calling Central Reservations at 800-843-6664. Attendees must refer to GRU Clinical Advances Dental Program. Reservations must be received on or before the specified Cut-off Date and Time.
Rooms have been reserved at the Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort for course registrants at a special rate of $225 per night, single or double occupancy. the block of rooms will be released April 24, 2015.
Omni Hilton Head oceanfront Resort This oceanfront paradise is a perfect getaway. Lush, meandering gardens surrounded by peaceful lagoons are the ideal setting to relax and unwind. Three miles of white sandy beaches are at your doorstep.
Reservations can be made by individuals calling Central Reservations at 800-843-6664. Attendees must refer to GRU Clinical Advances Dental Program. Reservations must be received on or before the specified Cut-off Date and Time.
Rooms have been reserved at the Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort for course registrants at a special rate of $225 per night, single or double occupancy. the block of rooms will be released April 24, 2015.
Speaker Information
Dr. Gary Alex
Earned his DMD from Tufts University in 1981, and has researched and lectured internationally on adhesive and cosmetic dentistry, dental materials, comprehensive dentistry, and occlusion. He is an accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and is past president of the AACD New York Chapter. He has been the director of “PAC Live Ultimate Occlusion” and “Aesthetic Advantage Occlusion and Comprehensive Dentistry” programs. Dr. Alex is co-founder of the “Long Island Center for Advanced Dentistry” and is on the editorial board of, and has had a number of articles published in many respected and peer- reviewed publications. Additionally, Dr. Alex maintains a private practice in Huntington, NY, that is geared toward comprehensive prosthetic and cosmetic dentistry.
Barry D. Hammond, DMD
Earned his dental degree from the Medical University of South Carolina and completed a general practice residency in Chapel Hill, N.C. He maintained a private practice for 15 years, emphasizing restorative and esthetic dentistry. Dr. Hammond is an L.D. Pankey Institute alumnus and taught for several years with the Ross Nash Institute for Dental Learning in Charlotte, N.C. He joined the GRU faculty in 2006, is an Associate Professor in the Department of General Dentistry, and serves as the Director of Dental Continuing Education for the College of Dental Medicine.
Dr. Jeff Hodd
Board Certified Prosthodontist and Assistant Professor in the Department of General Dentistry at GRU College of Dental Medicine. Dr. Hodd retired from the U.S. Army Dental Corps in May 2014 after 21-years of honorable service. In that time, he served as a General Dentist for 7-years, Mentor/ Chief of Prosthodontics for the Advanced Education in General Dentistry 1-year Program for 6-years, and as the Assistant Director for the Prosthodontic Residency Program for 4-years. He is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), American College of Prosthodontics (ACP), Academy of Osseointegration (AO), American Academy of Fixed prosthodontics (AAFP), and International Society of Computerized Dentistry (ISCD)
Earned his DMD from Tufts University in 1981, and has researched and lectured internationally on adhesive and cosmetic dentistry, dental materials, comprehensive dentistry, and occlusion. He is an accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and is past president of the AACD New York Chapter. He has been the director of “PAC Live Ultimate Occlusion” and “Aesthetic Advantage Occlusion and Comprehensive Dentistry” programs. Dr. Alex is co-founder of the “Long Island Center for Advanced Dentistry” and is on the editorial board of, and has had a number of articles published in many respected and peer- reviewed publications. Additionally, Dr. Alex maintains a private practice in Huntington, NY, that is geared toward comprehensive prosthetic and cosmetic dentistry.
Barry D. Hammond, DMD
Earned his dental degree from the Medical University of South Carolina and completed a general practice residency in Chapel Hill, N.C. He maintained a private practice for 15 years, emphasizing restorative and esthetic dentistry. Dr. Hammond is an L.D. Pankey Institute alumnus and taught for several years with the Ross Nash Institute for Dental Learning in Charlotte, N.C. He joined the GRU faculty in 2006, is an Associate Professor in the Department of General Dentistry, and serves as the Director of Dental Continuing Education for the College of Dental Medicine.
Dr. Jeff Hodd
Board Certified Prosthodontist and Assistant Professor in the Department of General Dentistry at GRU College of Dental Medicine. Dr. Hodd retired from the U.S. Army Dental Corps in May 2014 after 21-years of honorable service. In that time, he served as a General Dentist for 7-years, Mentor/ Chief of Prosthodontics for the Advanced Education in General Dentistry 1-year Program for 6-years, and as the Assistant Director for the Prosthodontic Residency Program for 4-years. He is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), American College of Prosthodontics (ACP), Academy of Osseointegration (AO), American Academy of Fixed prosthodontics (AAFP), and International Society of Computerized Dentistry (ISCD)
Credit Information
The College of Dental Medicine at Georgia Regents university 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.
Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to ADA CERP at www.ada.org/cerp.
The formal continuing education programs of this program provider are accepted by AGD for Fellowship/ Mastership credit. The current term of acceptance extends from 01/01/14 – 12/31/17.
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.
Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to ADA CERP at www.ada.org/cerp.
The formal continuing education programs of this program provider are accepted by AGD for Fellowship/ Mastership credit. The current term of acceptance extends from 01/01/14 – 12/31/17.
Cancellation Policy
The registration fee less a $75 administrative charge, is refundable if notice of cancellation is received by May 8, 2015.
Register early to ensure your place.
Register early to ensure your place.