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SUMMARY:PAC Level Program - Live Patient
DESCRIPTION:PAC Level Program – Live Patient\nJoin a transformative journey that takes your dental practice to new heights with the PAC Level Programs. Gain hands-on experience\, personalized mentorship\, and recognized certification that sets you apart in the dental industry. \nWho Should Attend\nThis program is designed to teach the latest in comprehensive restorative dentistry finished aesthetically. Doctors who are interested in developing a restorative dental practice or are looking for a program to continue to hone their skills should attend. Doctors are required to have a patient of record in attendance and a minimum of one assistant. Team Members are also strongly encouraged to attend. \nLevel 1 – Aesthetic Dentistry Mastery\nThe PAC Level Programs offer a structured and comprehensive education series designed to elevate clinicians’ practices\, allowing them to deliver more advanced and desirable services to their patients. \nLearning objectives\n\nPrinciples of smile design\nEffective patient communication to increase case acceptance\nTechniques for tooth preparation\nMethods for temporizing aesthetic multi-unit cases\nLaboratory communication for creating desired aesthetic restorations\nFoundational principles of bonding restorations\nEfficient bonding techniques for multi-unit cases\n\nLevel 2 – Functional and Full-Arch Restorations\nBuilding on Level 1\, this course incorporates the study of the stomatognathic system’s function\, enabling clinicians to confidently handle a variety of cases\, from aesthetics to full-mouth rehabilitation. \nLearning objectives\n\nSelection and management of no-preparation cases\nAnatomy and physiology of the stomatognathic system\nTreatment objectives for altering occlusion\nUse of bioelectric diagnostic equipment for occlusion analysis\nMaterial selection for different preparations\nPrinciples for managing occlusion in full arch preparations\nLaboratory communication for occlusal management\nOrthotic selection and stabilization before and after case preparation\n\nLevel 3 – Comprehensive Full-Mouth Rehabilitation\nThis advanced course builds on Levels 1 and 2\, focusing on comprehensive treatment planning and restoration of both aesthetics and function\, including full-mouth rehabilitation. \nLearning objectives\n\nProper treatment planning and bite stabilization\nBioelectric diagnosis and treatment\nFull mouth preparation principles\nOcclusion management during full-mouth preparation\nLaboratory communication for full-mouth cases\nCoronoplasty for long-term stability\nIntegration of dental implants and over-dentures\n\nProgram Director\nDr. Michael Miyasaki\, Program Director \nDr. Michael A. Miyasaki began practicing in Sacramento\, CA\, 37 years ago. He has spent his career trying to learn new things\, and then share with his colleagues. He has organized and taught live-treatment programs in different parts of the world. Today\, he works in his family dentistry-focused\, fee-for-service practice. He has taught and written articles for decades and has been involved in R&D for various companies. Today\, he teaches on aesthetics\, restorative techniques\, occlusion\, implants\, endodontics\, lasers and more. This course brings all this together and allows him to share with his colleagues. \nProgram Instructors\n  \nDr. Jack Griffin is one of the most honored and awarded dentists in the country. Jack is one of a hand-full of dentists awarded by his peers Diplomat status with the American Board of Aesthetic Dentistry (ABAD)\, accreditation with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD)\, and Mastership in the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD). \nDr. Charles Smurthwaite is a graduate from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry. He received a Masters Degree in Biology from Southern Illinois University and a Bachelor’s degree in Zoology from Brigham Young University. He has received advanced training in Laser Periodontal Therapy\, Neuromuscular Occlusion from the Las Vegas Institute and Orthodontics from Invisalign and the Strait-wire Academy. \nDr. Ronny Rasi is a Roseville-based dental practitioner providing comprehensive care in family and cosmetic dentistry. His practice offers a variety of treatments\, ranging from the first examinations and sealants for children to full mouth reconstructions for adults\, all in a relaxed and caring environment. \nDr. Tim Herman graduated from the UCSF School of Dentistry in 1988. He has practiced at A+ Dental Care since January 1989. He is the managing partner of their seven-location multispecialty group dental practice. Dr. Herman’s interests are in the comprehensive evaluation and care of his patients. He enjoys mentoring young dentists and collaborating with his partners to achieve the best possible outcomes for their patients. \nCourse Dates\n\nPrep weekend Jan 31 to Feb 1\nSeat weekend Feb 28 to Mar 1\n\nCost to attend with patient: The program costs $4995.00\, including one doctor and one team member. Each additional team member $300. \nWax up 75.00/a unit plus tax (Includes Matrices) \nFinal Unit $450.00 /a unit plus tax.  If bridges\, metal\, or implants are involved\, there may be additional fees. \nCall today for Scholarship opportunities. \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nLaboratory Services Provided by Corr Dental Designs \nTo register or for questions\, contact Lissa Bisson \n888-702-2560 \nUp to 32 hours of continuing education credits\n30 day cancellation \n \nCourse Sponsors
URL:https://thepac.org/event/pac-level-program-live-patient-7/
CATEGORIES:Hands-on
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SUMMARY:Understand That Occlusion Is Not The Bite And Transform Everything You Do In Dentistry
DESCRIPTION:Understand That Occlusion Is Not The Bite And Transform Everything You Do In Dentistry\n\nIf you’ve ever wondered why a patient’s bite “just doesn’t feel right\,”\nIf you’ve avoided complex cases because you weren’t fully confident\,\nIf you’ve dealt with repeated adjustments\, unexplained pain\, or failed restorations\n\nThis program was built specifically for you.\nWhy this course is different\n\nOcclusion is usually taught as disconnected theory\nHere\, it becomes a step-by-step clinical system\nYou’ll finally understand why problems happen and how to correct them\n\nA system you can use Monday morning\n\nLearn the same diagnostic process Dr. Miyasaki uses daily in private practice\nKnow what to look for\, what it means\, and what to do next\nEliminate “trial-and-error dentistry”\n\nBecome the dentist patients have been searching for\nWhen you understand the bite: \n\nChronic pain patients finally find relief\n“Difficult” patients become loyal advocates\nYou practice at a higher professional level — with clarity and calm\n\nPractice becomes more predictable\, profitable\, and enjoyable\n\nRestorations last longer\nAesthetic cases become stable\nTMD management becomes predictable\nFull-mouth cases become less intimidating\nPatients accept treatment more readily\nAnd dentistry becomes fulfilling again\n\nLearning objectives\n\nIntro to the importance of occlusion and applications\nPhysiologic occlusion\nTaking a physiologic bite\nObjective occlusal evaluation & taking an objective physiologic bite\n\nThis is the missing physiologic system that makes all dentistry finally make sense. \nWho should attend\nDentist who \n\nWant to diagnose with confidence\nAre tired of remakes and bite adjustments\nWant predictable TMD outcomes\nWant to elevate their aesthetic work safely\nAre seeking less stress and more fulfillment\nWant a system their entire team can support\nAre ready for a more rewarding\, higher-value practice\n\nDates\nMarch 7\, 2026 \nMarriott San Jose North \n111 Holger Way \nSan Jose\, CA 95134 \n9 am to 4 pm \nCost and CE\n\n$295/doctor\n$99/staff member\n6 hours of CE available\n24 hour cancellation\n\nRegister Now\nContact Lissa Bisson \n888-702-2560 \nSchedule\n8:30-9:00 Registration \n9:00-10:30 Introduction to the Importance Occlusion and Applications \n10:30-10:45 Break \n10:45-12:00 Physiologic Occlusion \n12:00-1:00 Lunch \n1:00-2:30 Taking a Physiologic Bite \n2:30-2:45 Break \n2:45-4:00 Objective Occlusal Evaluation and Taking an Objective Physiologic Bite \nProgram Director\nDr. Michael A. Miyasaki is internationally recognized for transforming complex dentistry into clear\, practical clinical systems. With over 39 years of experience in restorative dentistry\, occlusion\, TMD\, lasers\, implants\, endodontics and aesthetics\, he continues to practice full-time — teaching exactly what he uses every day on real patients. Everything you learn is practical\, clear\, and immediately usable. Dentists consistently tell us this training gave them the confidence they never knew they were missing. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://thepac.org/event/understand-that-occlusion-is-not-the-bite-and-transform-everything-you-do-in-dentistry/
LOCATION:Mariott San Jose North\, 111 Holger Way\, San Jose\, CA\, United States
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