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Twenty-third Annual
Symposium on General Dentistry
St. Simon beach
June 29 - July 4, 2008

Week at a Glance

Sunday- June 29, 2008 (1:00 - 5:30 PM)

Longevity of Esthetic Restorations

Common Oral Soft Tissue Lesions in General Dental Practice

Biopsy Techniques for Intra Oral Lesions

Monday- June 30, 2008 (8:00 AM – 12:30 PM)

Common Radiographic Pathology in General Dental Practice

Bisphosphonate-induced Osteonecrosis of the Jaw

Class V Cervical Lesions

Tuesday- July 1, 2008 (8:00 AM -12:30 PM)

Oral Pigmented Lesions

Dental Reconstruction of the Severely Atrophic Jaw

Infectious Endocarditis from A to Z: historical and current recommendations

Wednesday- July 2, 2008 (8:00 AM -12:30 PM with breaks)

Anterior Esthetic Design Utilizing Porcelain Veneers

Reception sponsored by Brasseler

Thursday- July 3, 2008 (8:00 AM -12:30 PM)

Oral changes because of drugs your patients take

Oral Disease and Its Treatment in the Aging Population

New Diagnostic Techniques for Oral Cancer Detection

Friday- July 4, 2008(8:00 AM -12:30 PM with breaks)

Advanced Implant Dentistry…From Novice to Excellence

 

St. Simons Island

OBJECTIVES
The Medical College of Georgia Symposium on General Dentistry offers the practicing dentist a comprehensive array of clinical information in a well structured, condensed format. The speakers are nationally recognized for their expertise in the subjects they will present.

The objective in these 25.5 hours of continuing education is to present cost-effective clinical techniques, materials and treatment modalities that are of interest to the general dentist with an advanced restorative practice. This weeklong presentation offers comprehensive information and the opportunity to update your clinical knowledge in a relaxed, productive course. Open registration makes it possible to custom design your schedule. The half-day format provides ample opportunity to learn and relax at the beach. Dentists are encouraged to bring one staff member to the course.

PRESENTED BY
The Medical College of Georgia School of Dentistry and Division of Continuing Education

CREDIT

ACDE Approved, ADA/CERP Approved, AGD Approved National Sponsor, FAGD/MAGD Credit. 01/01/06-12/31/09.  25.5 hours

Provider Number assigned to the Medical College of Georgia by the State of Florida is P00018.

LOCATION
This course is presented at the King and Prince Beach Resort, St. Simons Island, Georgia, a comfortable and relaxing setting for attendees and their families. All sessions will be held in the Ballroom of the King and Prince Beach Resort. The course schedule allows ample time for exploring the many attractions of the Golden Isles.



St. Simon lighthouseSt. Simons Island is a charming island community offering a variety of art galleries, shops, dining, night life, historical attractions and recreational opportunities. St. Simons Island contains lovely residential areas and numerous historic sites.

THE GOLDEN ISLES OF GEORGIA
The islands separating the mainland of Georgia from the Atlantic Ocean are picturesquely named the Golden Isles. Golfing, tennis, sailing, bicycling, and wind-surfing are popular activities on the islands. Boat cruises, nature tours and fishing expeditions offer opportunities for exploring the teeming salt-marsh environment.

COURSE SCHEDULE
To view the complete schedule for the course, view General Dentistry Course Schedule.

COURSE FACULTY
To view details about the course faculty, view General Dentistry Course Faculty.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION
The registration fees for the course are identified below. The registration fee, less a $75 administrative charge, is refundable if notice of cancellation is received prior to June 16, 2008.
 

Registering Before June 16, 2008
Entire Course
Partial Course (1-4 days)
$855 - Dentist $655 - Dentist
$985 - Dentist and one Auxiliary $765 - Dentist and one Auxiliary
$195 - Additional Auxiliary $175 - Additional Auxiliary

 

Registering After June 16, 2008
Entrire Course
Partial Course (1-4 days)
$905 - Dentist $705 - Dentist
$1070 - Dentist and One Auxiliary $850 - Dentist and One Auxiliary
$210 - Additional Auxiliary $190 - Additional Auxiliary

Complete the registration form (available online) and submit to:
Division of Continuing Education
Medical College of Georgia
Augusta, GA 30912

Phone: 706-721-3967

Fax: Fax registration with payment by credit card to 706-721-4642.

LODGING INFORMATION
The King and Prince Beach Resort offers a variety of accommodations, including some oceanfront villas. Weekly rates are available for the villas. For information or to make a reservation, please call (800) 342-0212 or (912) 638-3631. The deadline for making reservations is May 25, 2008.

A deposit of one night's room rate plus 12 % tax per room is required for all reservations. Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. and check-out time is 11:00 a.m.

Accommodations Available

$255 per night Oceanfront Room
$230 per night Oceanview Room
$215 per night Resort view room
$456 per night Two-bedroom oceanfront villa
$390 per night Two-bedroom oceanview villa
$467 per night Three bedroom oceanview villa

Travel Arrangements:
St. Simons Island is located near Brunswick, Georgia, midway between Jacksonville and Savannah. Both cities are served by major airlines as well as Amtrak, and Atlantic Southeast Airlines serves Brunswick/Glynco Airport (14 miles).

By Car:
From North and South I-95 and U.S. 17. From West via U.S. 25, 84, 341. Enter causeway off U.S. 17 at Brunswick.

Limousine Service to and from Jacksonville (70 miles) is available by reservation from Golden Isles Shuttle (912) 264-1221. From Brunswick/Glynco Airport, shuttle service is provided by the King and Prince (912) 638-3631.

Acknowledgement
We gratefully acknowledge support for this course from:
Brasseler, USA, Inc.



COMFORT ZONE
Although every effort is made to have a comfortable temperature in the meeting room, we realize everyone’s comfort zone is different. Please bring a jacket or light wrap in case the room is too cool for your comfort.

SPECIAL NEEDS
Although every effort is made to have a comfortable temperature in the meeting room, we realize everyone’s comfort zone is different. Please bring a jacket or light wrap in case the room is too cool for your comfort.
 


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July 15, 2008