Credit Details
This electronically delivered self-instructional program is designated for 1.5 hours of CE credit by Farran Media.
AGD Code: 370.
Synopsis:
Since the publication of the original research on micro-osteoperforation performed at NYU1, the clinical application and acceptance by practitioners of the system has grown significantly. It has proven to be useful in both proactive and reactive clinical applications for orthodontic cases being treated with fixed brackets or clear aligners. This course will review the evolution of the system, the biology behind it, the logistics of its use, and its clinical applications. Several cases highlighting the effectiveness and limitations of micro-osteoperforation in orthodontics will be presented. Description of Speaker:
Dr. R. Bruce McFarlane is a 1984 dental graduate of the University of Manitoba and also holds a Master in orthodontics degree from the University of Western Ontario in 1992. He has since had practices in Winnipeg, Kenora, and Thunder Bay Canada, and Beverly Hills California. He travels and teaches extensively for Align Technology, Henry Schein Orthodontics, and Propel Orthodontics. In his spare time, he enjoys fitness, technology and philanthropy.
Educational Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to achieve the following:
Understand the biologic basis of micro-osteoperforation Case select for success with the system Understand the logistics of its clinical application Appreciate the clinical advantages of micro-osteoperforation Appreciate the limitations of the system Disclosure:
The lecturer declares that he is paid by Propel Orthodontics to lecture on Micro-Osteoperforation.
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For any questions, please contact Nareg Apelian, DMD, Director of Continuing Education at
nareg@farranmedia.com .
Farran Media is a nationally approved PACE Program Provider by the Academy of General Dentistry.
Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement. The current term of approval extends from 1/1/2023 to 12/31/2026.
Provider ID# 304396
This activity meets the educational criteria required for verifiable Continuing Professional Development under the General Dental Council Lifelong Learning scheme and represents 1.5 hours of verifiable CPD.
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or in any specific technique or procedure. The instructional materials are
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Licensure:
Continuing education credits issued for completion of online CE courses may not apply toward
license renewal in all licensing jurisdictions. It is the responsibility of each registrant
to verify the CE requirements of his/her licensing or regulatory agency.
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Refund Policy
There are no refunds for Online CE courses. Please contact technical support if you run into technical difficulty.
For any questions, please contact Nareg Apelian, DMD, Director of Continuing Education
at nareg@farranmedia.com