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The updated seminar by the legendary Jeffrey Okeson in magical Christmas Vienna – a unique opportunity to combine learning and leisure!

Get ready for a seminar packed with scientifically grounded knowledge from the world’s most renowned and respected researcher in TMJ dysfunctions and orofacial pain. You will gain universal knowledge that will be applicable to any concept of functional dentistry.

This will be the lecturer's first seminar in Europe, where he will present the latest updates for 2025 on the diagnosis and treatment of pathologies!

This training is recommended not only for orthodontists, prosthodontists, and functional dentists but also for all clinicians. It could be your first step into mastering topics that once seemed complex or intimidating.

By attending this seminar, you will:

– Learn how to differentiate TMJ dysfunctions from other causes of facial pain
– Master treatment protocols for TMJ dysfunctions
– Study the selection, fabrication, and application of occlusal appliances
– Develop skills for managing patients post-occlusal therapy
– Learn key techniques for treating muscle pain and intra-articular disorders
– Explore diagnostic and treatment protocols for non-odontogenic tooth pain
– Identify when to refer patients to other specialists.

By the end of this course, you will gain the confidence and expertise to effectively manage patients with TMJ dysfunctions and orofacial pain!

IMPORTANT: the “Comfort” and “VIP” participation options are also available for purchase.

Advantages of the “Standard” participation option:

– Participation in the scientific program
– Coffee break
– Notes and handouts
– Certificate of participation
– ADA credits available upon request.

PROGRAM

– What is TMD?
– What every clinician needs to know about TMD and orofacial pain
– The etiology of TMD: when is dental therapy indicated?
– What are the functional treatment goals to achieve orthopedic stability in the masticatory structures? What is the most stable condylar position?
– Understanding normal and abnormal temporomandibular joint anatomy and function: when should you treated the clicking joint?
– Managing the masticatory muscle pain patient
– How do you differentiate TMD from other orofacial pain conditions?
– How do you determine if TMD has an occlusal etiology?
– What are the functional orthopedic treatment goals for all dental therapies?
– Are occlusal factors related to TMD? If so, how?
– Which TMD patients benefit from an occlusal appliance?
– When an occlusal appliance reduces symptoms, what should you do next?
– Occlusal appliance therapy: selection, fabrication, and use
– Do you need to permanently change the occlusion?
– Managing the intracapsular pain disorder. Occlusal appliance therapy and long-term management considerations
– Is there a relationship between bruxism and pain?
– What are the basic principles of managing masticatory muscle pain disorders?
– What are the basic principles of managing intracapsular pain disorders?
– What are the clinical differences between odontogenic and non-odontogenic toothache?
– Diagnosing and managing the non-odontogenic toothache.

Occlusion, TMD and orofacial pain: diagnosis and treatment. Updated protocols 2025. "Standard" option