Lecture Synopses
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Robert A. Danforth, DDS
"What the HECK is that? Incidental Radiographic Puzzlements Spanning 17 Years of CBCT Reports Summary: Documenting radiographic findings seen is an important aspect when evaluating CBCT image data. In this regard, detecting and documenting incidental radiographic findings can be an interpretive challenge especially when these are rare, unusual, or could have medical related implications. Therefore, the intent of this presentation is to review various incidental findings detected over a period of time spanning 17 years of doing CBCT radiology reports for the purpose of helping CBCT users to more efficiently identify such findings and to better understand their implications to the patient. |
About the Speaker: Dr. Robert Danforth, professor-in-residence, joined UNLV School of Dental Medicine during spring 2006 and teaches various oral and maxillofacial radiology courses within the undergraduate and graduate programs.
Dr. Danforth’s research focuses on dental radiation dosimetry and the use of 3-D cone beam computed tomography imaging and portable x-ray devices in dentistry. This research has resulted in several papers published in peer-reviewed journals.
Dr. Danforth earned his doctor of dental surgery degree from Loma Linda University during 1968, and his Certificate in Oral Pathology from the University of Florida during 1979. He has held Diplomate status for the Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology since 1982.
He is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, and the American Academy of Maxillofacial Radiologic Technicians.
Dr. Danforth’s research focuses on dental radiation dosimetry and the use of 3-D cone beam computed tomography imaging and portable x-ray devices in dentistry. This research has resulted in several papers published in peer-reviewed journals.
Dr. Danforth earned his doctor of dental surgery degree from Loma Linda University during 1968, and his Certificate in Oral Pathology from the University of Florida during 1979. He has held Diplomate status for the Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology since 1982.
He is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, and the American Academy of Maxillofacial Radiologic Technicians.
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Adam Gatan, DMD
CBCT in Endodontics Dr. Adam Gatan attended UNLV where he obtained his DMD degree in 2007. Dr. Gatan did his specialty training at the University of Pennsylvania where he received the Louis I. Grossman Award as the top endodontic resident in 2009. During his time at UPENN, he has taught monthly microendodontic and microsurgical courses to residents, endodontists, and university faculty worldwide at the University of Pennslyvania Center for Micro-Endodontics. His research was published in the Journal of Endodontics. In 2016, Dr. Gatan incorporated the Morita F40 CBCT machine in his practice. He has found the CBCT machine to be an indispensable tool in the modern endodontic practice. During this lecture he will discuss the use of CBCT for diagnosis, identifying missed canals, vertical root fractures, and pre-surgical treatment planning. |
Xiaoxi "Sophie" Cui, DDS, MS | Visiting Assistant Professor, UNLV School of Dental Medicine
Dr. Rafal Henryk Kartaszynski, MSc, PhD, MBA | Pro Project
Quality Assessment in Digital Dental Imaging: Periapical, Panoramic, and Cone-beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) Radiography
Summary: Using quality assessment phantoms designed for digital radiographic sensors to evaluate dental periapical, panoramic, and CBCT images. Parameters assessed are as follows: signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), beam limitation, beam deviation from the vertical axis, and contrast resolution. Importance of the quality control in the modern, constantly evolving medicine. Basics of the QC process and how good tools and automated software makes it simple and easy.
Dr. Rafal Henryk Kartaszynski, MSc, PhD, MBA | Pro Project
Quality Assessment in Digital Dental Imaging: Periapical, Panoramic, and Cone-beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) Radiography
Summary: Using quality assessment phantoms designed for digital radiographic sensors to evaluate dental periapical, panoramic, and CBCT images. Parameters assessed are as follows: signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), beam limitation, beam deviation from the vertical axis, and contrast resolution. Importance of the quality control in the modern, constantly evolving medicine. Basics of the QC process and how good tools and automated software makes it simple and easy.
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Mr. Ken Gladstone | Dolphin Imaging
3D Orthognathic and Implant Surgical Planning and Guide Design Summary:
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- Orthognathic planning
- This portion will cover Dolphin 3D Surgery, an add-on module to Dolphin 3D. It is designed to allow the doctor to effectively plan orthognathic surgical treatment in a virtual environment. Come and learn how to set up the case; crop and clean up the data; define the osteotomies; digitize the 3D landmarks; treat and present the case; and create the STL files for surgical stent/splint creation.
- Implant Planning (Currently undergoing regulatory submission)
- Marking the nerve canal
- Loading a merged case: CBCT + models
- Selecting and placing implants and/or TAD screws
- Designing and exporting/printing drill guides
About the Speaker: Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH, B.A Computer Science and Engineering, 1985 Cum Laude. Ken has been developing software since age 10. He has developed engineering software for computer hardware designers and has developed employee record-keeping software. Ken has served as Technical Editor of MacTech magazine – a Macintosh programming journal. Ken joined Dolphin in 1990, and was one of the original architects of the Dolphin software. He is the manager of 2D and 3D orthodontic and maxillofacial surgery imaging software products, and orthodontic and surgical patient education products at Dolphin.
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Mr. Craig Dial | ddi Centers
5 Steps to Grow Your Lab: Tools to Help Increase Production, Decrease Overhead, and Be Happier in Your Career Summary: This course will discuss 5 ways you and your lab can grow. After this class you will better appreciate: 1. Small Business, Big problems 2. The lab itself and supporting staff 3. The patient experience 4. Buying and keeping up with changing technology 5. Involvement, Help, and Support |
About the Speaker: Craig Dial earned his license as a Dental Radiographic Technologist in 1981 through UC Berkeley and is currently part owner and chief technologist of ddi. He works closely with many doctors to continue to improve the standard of maxillofacial imaging available in our community and throughout the world. Craig has served several years as the president of the American Association of Dental Maxillofacial Radiographic Technicians (AADMRT), and several more as a member of the board. Craig is internationally known and respected for his imaging expertise, and is often consulted about his technical skills and knowledge about oral radiography.
Mike Finke, CTO | Kainos Dental Technologies
Digital Restorative Approach: Prosthetically-Driven Planning for Immediate, Highly Aesthetic Results
Summary:
Mr. Finke will be describing the process from a lab perspective, from data acquisition and restorative design, to the production of immediate restorations based off the planned design.
Digital Restorative Approach: Prosthetically-Driven Planning for Immediate, Highly Aesthetic Results
Summary:
Mr. Finke will be describing the process from a lab perspective, from data acquisition and restorative design, to the production of immediate restorations based off the planned design.
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Shannan Roskam | Cefla, Product Specialist
CineX Mode, VGi Evo and the 5G XL Summary: CineX Mode:
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Julia Peterson, DLXT | C-Dental X-Ray/McCormack Dental Imaging
Scatter Reduction in Case Planning Beam hardening is a phenomenon that occurs when imaging patients with implants. Ms. Peterson will show how technicians can use the Newtom scatter reduction tool to reduce the noise caused by metal and artifacts in the patient’s mouth in order to improve the diagnostic quality of the CBCT images. |
About the Speaker
Julia Peterson is an Arizona State University graduate, completed the AADMRT Online Technician Program and received her CA DLXT license. She currently is the Chief Operations Officer at C-Dental X-Ray and McCormack Dental Imaging.
Julia Peterson is an Arizona State University graduate, completed the AADMRT Online Technician Program and received her CA DLXT license. She currently is the Chief Operations Officer at C-Dental X-Ray and McCormack Dental Imaging.
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Eric Zarakov | Bellus3D
Putting the 3D Face on Digital Dentistry During this session you will learn about the breakthrough 3D face scanning technology from Bellus3D and it’s impact on the workflow of digital dentistry and maxillofacial planning. Previously photo realistic 3D facial imaging has been absent from mainstream practices due to the high cost of specialized scanners and cumbersome workflows to integrate 3D photo face scans into planning software. Three dimensional face scanning can now be combined with 3D dental scans, cone beam scans and 3D planning software to complete the 3D workflow in dental and maxillofacial planning. In this session, you will learn about the simplicity of capturing and integrating 3D face scans into your practices and how this new capability is enabling more informed planning, improved workflow and case acceptance. |
About the Speaker
Eric Zarakov has been at the forefront of digital imaging technology for over 25 years. At Apple Computer, Eric lead the company's first digital camera projects including the introduction of Apple's first digital camera and the Apple QuickTime VR project. Following his work at Apple, Eric was Vice President of Marketing for leading edge imaging companies: Foveon and FotoNation. His expertise is in bringing new enabling image technologies to market that make meaningful difference in the lives of consumers and professionals.
Eric Zarakov has been at the forefront of digital imaging technology for over 25 years. At Apple Computer, Eric lead the company's first digital camera projects including the introduction of Apple's first digital camera and the Apple QuickTime VR project. Following his work at Apple, Eric was Vice President of Marketing for leading edge imaging companies: Foveon and FotoNation. His expertise is in bringing new enabling image technologies to market that make meaningful difference in the lives of consumers and professionals.
Dr. Todd Morgan| Vivos Life
Unleashing the Healing Power of Sleep : Pay Now or Pay Later
Sleep is when the human body heals itself. Pain and an underdeveloped upper airway results in disruptive and fragmented sleep which leads to significant symptomatogy and early death. I will share innovative therapeutic approaches which involves an interdisciplinary team to resolve pain and underdevelopment of the upper airway.
Unleashing the Healing Power of Sleep : Pay Now or Pay Later
Sleep is when the human body heals itself. Pain and an underdeveloped upper airway results in disruptive and fragmented sleep which leads to significant symptomatogy and early death. I will share innovative therapeutic approaches which involves an interdisciplinary team to resolve pain and underdevelopment of the upper airway.
About the Speaker
Dr. Morgan is a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis, and became a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine in 1999. He is recognized as an expert in the field of Dental Sleep Medicine and lectures nationally and internationally on oral appliance therapy. His team has completed several NIH funded clinical trials and he has authored several peer-reviewed articles and books on the treatment of sleep apnea and snoring with dental appliances. He has served 8 years in leadership and educational roles with the AADSM. His current areas of interest include pharyngeal exercise for OSA, and the development of phenotyping models for successful Oral Appliance Therapy. He has extensive clinical experience in DSM and is now exploring airway CBCT analysis. Most recently, Dr. Morgan’s team are the recipients of two research awards from the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine in 2019.
Dr. Morgan is a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis, and became a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine in 1999. He is recognized as an expert in the field of Dental Sleep Medicine and lectures nationally and internationally on oral appliance therapy. His team has completed several NIH funded clinical trials and he has authored several peer-reviewed articles and books on the treatment of sleep apnea and snoring with dental appliances. He has served 8 years in leadership and educational roles with the AADSM. His current areas of interest include pharyngeal exercise for OSA, and the development of phenotyping models for successful Oral Appliance Therapy. He has extensive clinical experience in DSM and is now exploring airway CBCT analysis. Most recently, Dr. Morgan’s team are the recipients of two research awards from the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine in 2019.
