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tissue inside a root will allow for a continued root
growth, closure of the apex and thickening of the root
walls. The lecture provides the biological background
and the protocol for the clinical step-by-step procedure.

Communication, Coding and Collections:
The Three C's of the Profitable Practice
(Recorded live at Townie Meeting 2014)
by Laci Phillips
When the fi rst question a patient asks is, "How
much will my insurance pay?" our daily lives begin
to revolve around insurance. Learn to step out of that
mindset and step into customer service, quality health
care and ultimately a profitable practice. Discover
how excellent communication, proper coding and
above-average collections can affect your practice's
efficiency and financial health.

Fundamentals of Fixed Prosthodontics
by Dr. Lane Ochi
A masterpiece! Successfully treating patients with
fi xed prosthodontics requires a mastery of materials
and mechanical concepts, as well as a respect for tooth
structure. We need to be aware of the interactions
between preparation design, margin configuration, core
buildups or posts, and the luting agent. After viewing
this course, you'll be able to identify the causes of failures
and prevent them from recurring.

Pediatric Dentistry: Anesthesia,
Pulp Therapy and Stainless Steel Crowns
by Dr. Josh Wren
With the Affordable Care Act mandating dental
coverage for those 19 and younger, more than 3 million
pediatric patients will be added to 150,000 dental
practices. Treating children may become a necessity
for your dental office. Pulp therapy and stainless steel
crowns are procedures often considered complex when
performed on pediatric patients; this course will alleviate
fears that may lead to this misconception. Indirect pulp
therapy, pulpotomy and pulpectomy are discussed, with
emphasis on diagnosis and technique. Stainless steel
crowns are also discussed, along with Wren's process for
using nitrous oxide, appropriate topical anesthesia and
local anesthesia to achieve painless injections.

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Disability Insurance Roulette:
Why Is It So Hard to Collect on My Policy?
by Ed Comitz
This course discusses why it's so difficult for dentists
to have disability claims accepted and how to avoid the
most common mistakes made by dentists when filing
disability claims. Also covered are key provisions to look
for in disability insurance policies, which will provide
an overview of the disability claims process.

Buying a Dental Practice:
There Is More to It Than Price 
(Recorded live at Townie Meeting 2014)
by Tim Lott
This presentation is designed to educate prospective
buyers about how to approach the financial due diligence
of buying a dental practice. You'll learn which information
to look at, how to piece it together and how to analyze
it to formulate an offer. You'll also learn other aspects
of the purchase process, so you'll be prepared when you
locate a practice you want to buy.

The Standard of Care (What Is It?
What Is It Not? Key Information
Both Specialists and General Dentists
Need to Know)
by John Dovgan
This course will educate you on the definition of
the "standard of care," how to meet it, as well as key
legal terms you need to know. Guidelines are given for
what is looked for in dental board cases, malpractice
cases, and local anesthetic and sedation mistakes that
dentists make. Learn which lines should not be crossed
and typical treatment notes you should incorporate
into practice.

We also have Dr. Howard Farran's One-Day Dental
MBA. Farran shares his proven techniques to increase
your productivity, boost your bottom line and build your
business. Don't miss his live and unfiltered insights on
dentistry and business, along with an insider's view of
his dental practice.
Enjoy learning from the comfort of your home! ■
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