Twenty-Fourth Annual General Dentistry Symposium

June 28 - July 4, 2009

Week at a Glance

Sunday- June 28, 2008 (1:00 - 5:15 PM) Restorative Dentistry Curricula in US Dental Schools: Trends, Treatment Recommendations, Health & Safety Issues Unintended Consequences of Restorative Choices: Choose Gold for Life

Monday- June 29, 2009 (8:00 AM – 12:30 PM) Medically Complex Patients and Medical Risk Assessment Setting the Standard for a Thriving Practice, Part I Ten Things You Need to Know to Treat Geriatric Patients

Tuesday- June 30, 2009 (8:00 AM - 12:45 PM) Setting the Standard for a Thriving Practice, Part II Oral Care of the Cancer Patient Xerostomia & Root Caries: Related Treatment Challenges

Wednesday- July 1, 2009 (8:00 AM - 12:30 PM) Non-Odontogenic Toothache: A Guide to Accurate Diagnosis Preparation Designs for Direct Composite Resin Setting the Standard for a Thriving Practice, Part III

Thursday- July 2, 2009 (8:00 AM - 12:15 PM) Occlusion and TMJ: The Starting Point for Restorative Treatment The Perio-Restorative Interface - Putting the Teeth in the Middle of the Smile, Part One

Friday- July 3, 2009 (8:00 AM - 12:15 PM) The Perio-Restorative Interface - Putting the Teeth in the Middle of the Smile, Part Two Impressioning and Provisional Restorations in Restorative Dentistry

Saturday, July 4, 2009 (8:00 A.M. - 12:15 P.M.) The Perio-Restorative Interface - Putting the Teeth in the Middle of the Smile, Part Three Functional Limitations in Esthetic Dentistry

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 25.25 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

The Medical College of Georgia School of Dentistry is a recognized ADA CERP provider, member of ACDE, AGD accepted National Sponsor, FAGD/MAGD Credit. 01/01/-6 - 12/31/09. 25.25 credit 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. 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 12, 2009
 

Registering Before June 12, 2009
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 12, 2009
Entire 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, 2009.

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.

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.

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
The Medical College of Georgia Division of Continuing Education complies with the Americans With Disabilities Act. If you require special services, facilities or dietary considerations (vegetarian or otherwise) to support your participation in this continuing education program, contact the conference coordinator at 800-221-6437 or 706-721-3967.