What are those grooves that some patients develop on some of their teeth? Are they caused by tooth brushing? Occlusal forces and habits? Acid erosion? Or is it all of the above?

In this course, Dr. Maggio provides scientific evidence of what we currently know about this phenomenon. After discussing the etiologies, protocols will be developed to find and manage the causes for individual patients. Specific indications for restoring these lesions will be presented, with helpful techniques for restoration of these challenging lesions.

Learning Objectives:

After completing the course, you will:

1. See the multifactorial cause of these lesions, and distinguish between occlusal wear and acid erosion.
2. Know how to counsel patients on tooth brushing, acidic foods and drinks, and occlusal habits.
3. Choose the best material for each lesion: resin composite, glass ionomer or sandwich restoration.

SPEAKER BIOGRAPHY:

Dr. John Maggio is assistant professor at SUNY Buffalo School of Dental Medicine, where he supervises students in the predoctoral dental clinic. He directs the third year Cariology and Direct Restorations lecture courses. He has developed protocols for caries management and operative dentistry in the school’s dental clinics. He is chair of the Curriculum Committee. 

Dr. Maggio is a member of the CAMBRA Coalition and the American Academy of Cariology. He reviews articles for submission to the Journal of the American Dental Association. He teaches fast-paced, evidence-based continuing education courses in restorative dentistry and caries management to dentists and their teams. 

Dr. Maggio is a 1989 graduate of the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. He has a private general practice in Tonawanda, New York. He lives with his wife and daughter in Amherst, New York.

SPEAKER BIOGRAPHY:

Dr. Howatt is not only a proficient board- certified General Surgeon, but also serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor (Adjunct) of Surgery at McMaster Medical School’s Faculty of Health Sciences. An alumnus of McMaster University’s MD program and the University of Ottawa’s postgraduate surgery program, he returned to the region to establish a robust surgical practice. He has also enriched his surgical acumen with training experiences in both Africa and Europe. Dr. Howatt has a wealth of expertise in skin surgery and a fervour for longevity medicine and positive aging. 

SPEAKER BIOGRAPHY:

Dr. King is a double-board certified medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatologist. His academic path took him from Acadia University to the University of Ottawa for medical school, followed by Dermatology residency training at the University of Toronto. Dr. King is certified by both the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons (FRCPC) in Canada and the American Board of Dermatology.  With a commitment to patient care and a passion for promoting skin health, Dr. King focuses on helping individuals achieve optimal wellness through dermatological care. Dr. King is dedicated to promoting positive aging for lifelong wellness and vitality.