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FRIDAY –– FEBRUARY 4, 2011

RICHARD D. ROBLEE, DDS, MS

Interdisciplinary Management of Esthetic Problems
in the “Gray Zone”

Some of the most challenging esthetic dilemmas are those that fall into the "gray zone” between the normal treatment protocols of two or more disciplines.  Severe cases of black triangles, periodontal defects, alveolar bone deficiencies, implant placement problems, gummy smiles, and insufficient lip support are examples of this category.  The complexity of diagnosing these problems, coupled with the lack of optimal treatment options and inadequate collaboration, often leads to inappropriate treatment or disappointing compromises.

The presentation will focus on an interdisciplinary approach to diagnosing problems in the gray zone and managing them by combining traditional therapies with new treatment options that more predictably achieve success.  These new treatment options include temporary anchorage devices and surgically facilitated orthodontic therapy utilizing corticotomies and single- or multiple-tooth osteotomies. To easily manage interdisciplinary collaboration, the most advanced Internet-based virtual records platform will also be discussed. 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
•     Esthetic problems frequently fall into a “gray zone” between the different disciplines;
• An interdisciplinary approach is needed to properly diagnose and treatment plan these problems;
• Recent advances in the various disciplines now enable us to more predictably treat these problems;
• Internet-based virtual records are a powerful collaboration tool for the interdisciplinary team.

RICK ROBLEE BIOGRAPHIC SKETCH:  Richard Roblee practiced general restorative dentistry in Dallas, Texas, before going back to study graduate orthodontics at Baylor College of Dentistry, where he is associate clinical professor in both the restorative and orthodontic departments.  He is a diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and maintains a full-time practice in Fayetteville, Arkansas, with an emphasis on esthetic and interdisciplinary therapy.  Dr. Roblee is an active member of numerous prestigious dental organizations including the American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics, the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry, and the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.

Dr. Roblee is renowned for his work in esthetic dentistry, orthodontic techniques and interdisciplinary therapy.  He has given more than 250 professional presentations in the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia and Japan.  He is the author of numerous publications and videos, and wrote the textbook Interdisciplinary Dentofacial Therapy: A Comprehensive Approach to Optimal Patient Care, published by Quintessence Publishing Company.