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2025 What the F#@% Happened with Alginate Impressions? Multidisciplinary Case Planning in the Digital Era

- - March 22, 2025
- - Wijnegem

Live Surgery
Peer Review
Lecture

With Tommie Van de Velde & Amiram Avitan

A 1-day course with clinical lectures and live surgery
Multidisciplinary treatment planning in dentistry is an essential approach to provide comprehensive and holistic care to patients.

This course is designed to introduce dental professionals to the principles and practices of integrating multiple dental disciplines in treatment planning with the use of smilecloud.
Abstract
The course will run from 9:00 to 17:00, led by Tommie Van de Velde and Amiram Avitan. After the session, we invite you to join us for a casual get-together with drinks and bites.

Through a combination of lectures, case studies, and interactive discussions, participants will gain insights into:
- The benefits of a coordinated treatment approach
- Improve their diagnostic and planning skills
- Enhance patient outcomes
This course will emphasize the importance of communication, teamwork, and a patient-centered mindset in achieving optimal dental care.
Program
09:00 - 10:30 Lecture on Smilecloud

11:00 - 12:30 Hands on Smilecloud + live patient mock up and documentation

13:30 - 15:00 Case discussions and protocols, live surgery case presentation

15:30 - 17:00 Live Surgery, Q&A

Peer Review (optional)

17:30 - 19:00 Peer review 1 'Simplified aesthetic analysis for multidisciplinary cases'

19:00 - 20:30 Peer review 2 'Implant rehabilitation: prosthetic management of small bridges'
What you'll learn
1. Understand the Fundamentals of Multidisciplinary Treatment Planning
- Define the concept and significance of multidisciplinary treatment in dentistry
- Identify the key dental specialties involved in comprehensive treatment planning
2. Enhance Diagnostic and Treatment Planning Skills
- Develop advanced diagnostic skills to identify complex dental issues that require multidisciplinary intervention
- Learn to create integrated treatment plans that address the patient's overall dental health
3. Improve Interdisciplinary Communication and Collaboration
- Explore effective communication strategies to facilitate collaboration among dental specialists using Smilecloud
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of different dental professionals in a multidisciplinary team
4. Apply Multidisciplinary Approaches to Case Studies
- Analyze real-world case studies to illustrate the practical application of multidisciplinary treatment planning
- Practice developing and implementing integrated treatment plans
5. Focus on Patient-Centered Care
- Emphasize the patient's needs, preferences, and overall well-being in treatment planning
- Educate patients about the benefits of a multidisciplinary approach
6. Evaluate Outcomes and Continuous Improvement
- Review methods for evaluating the outcomes of multidisciplinary treatment plans
- Discuss strategies for continuous improvement in treatment planning and execution based on patient feedback and clinical results
By the end of this course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to effectively plan and implement multidisciplinary dental treatments, ultimately enhancing patient care and outcomes.
Speakers
- Amiram Avitan (BE)
- Tommie Van de Velde (BE)
- About the Speakers
  
  As dedicated dentists with a passion for providing comprehensive care, they are committed to ensure that each patient receives personalized and effective treatment.
  
  "Sharing passions with Tommie, a highly skilled periodontist, has proven to be a dynamic collaboration that excels in multidisciplinary treatment planning. " says Amiram.
  
  Despite not being in the same clinic, they leverage the power of Smilecloud to facilitate seamless communication and collaboration. Their workflow begins with a thorough assessment of the patient's oral and medical health, during which they engage in the initial documentation, including intraoral and extraoral pictures, intraoral scans, and CBCT.
  
  Amiram explains, "Once in the Smilecloud, I can effectively communicate with my dental technician, different specialists, and Tommie, allowing us to integrate our expertize to devise tailored treatment plans. By combining my proficiency in digital and prosthetic dentistry with Tommie's specialized knowledge in periodontics & surgery, we meticulously execute each plan, ensuring optimal outcomes for our patients."
  
  Their seamless coordination and shared commitment to excellence enable them to address complex dental issues comprehensively and effectively, enhancing both the function and aesthetics of their patients' smiles.
- Meet Amiram
  
  Born and raised in Montreal, Canada, Amiram Avitan embarked on an international academic journey that led him to earn his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from the University of Szeged, Hungary, in 2014. Following his graduation, Amiram refined his skills and gained invaluable practical experience at a renowned full-mouth rehabilitation clinic in Budapest.  Eager to broaden his horizons, he seized an opportunity in Brussels in 2016, where he relocated to pursue professional growth. One year later, he established a state-of-the-art dental practice Nuvodent in Antwerp (2017) that features seven fully equipped treatment rooms and has since then, Amiram has cultivated a reputation for delivering exceptional care and achieving outstanding results for his patients.  Initially focusing on endodontic, prosthodontic, and restorative dentistry, Amiram has since expanded his scope to specialize in aesthetic and functional full-mouth rehabilitation.  We are very impressed with Amiram’s work and his dedication for advancements the field of dentistry.
- Meet Tommie
  
  Tommie Van de Velde graduated in 2001 from the University of Ghent, Belgium. He continued with a 3 year full-time Master in Periodontology and fixed Prosthodontics at the same university. In 2009, he was granted the PhD title with the subject: “Innovative protocols in implant dentistry”. He worked from 2004-2012 as assistant Professor at the department of Periodontology and Oral Implantology at the University of Ghent. During this time he directed the Postgraduate course in Oral Implantology, a part-time education for general dentists.
  
  He owns a group of multidisciplinary dental clinics. Together with his team, they provide complete care dentistry to their patients. He has a clinical activity exclusively in periodontology, implantology and aesthetic oral reconstruction.
  
  Tommie Van de Velde is Past President of the Belgian Society of Periodontology and the Junior Committee of the European Academy of Osseointegration. International publications accompany his clinical work and courses.
- GENERAL INFORMATION
  
  Course Hours: 9:00 to 17:00
  
  Venue to be announced
  
  Language: English
  
  Riziv accreditation requested
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