FRIDAY –– MAY 21, 2010
DAVID P. MATHEWS, DDS
For many years periodontists and endodontists have partnered to provide a foundation for the restoration of a damaged dentition. For instance, injured or avulsed teeth can lead to a formidable esthetic dilemma. Combined periodontal and endodontic treatment planning after trauma can enhance and preserve the alveolar foundation for a better restorative outcome.
In addition, the ability to differentiate extensive bone loss from a periodontal or endodontic source can retain serviceable teeth or prevent an implant site from becoming compromised.
This presentation will discuss how the interaction of the two disciplines can provide practical steps to prevent and/or repair a damaged dentition.
The speakers, who have worked together for 36 years, will elucidate the following topics with long-term documentation:
TOPICS:
1. Treatment strategies for the avulsed tooth in children and adults;
2. Diagnosis and treatment for the perio/endo lesion;
3. What perio/endo misconceptions still remain;
4. Perio/endo interaction on the decision to extract a tooth.
Dave Mathews received his undergraduate and dental education at UCLA (DDS in 1969) and a certificate in Periodontics from the University of Washington in 1974. He is an affiliate assistant professor in the Graduate Periodontics Department, University of Washington School of Dentistry.
Dr. Mathews has a full-time practice in periodontics in Tacoma, Washington. He is a member of several organizations which include the Academy of Esthetic Dentistry and the Northwest Network for Dental Excellence. He writes and lectures on implants in the esthetic zone and interdisciplinary dentistry.
Dave’s hobby is baseball. His team has won the National Hardball World Series for the last consecutive four years.
DAVID STEINER BIOGRAPHIC SKETCH:
David Steiner received his dental degree in 1970 and his MSC in endodontics in 1974, both from the University of Washington School of Dentistry. He has been an affiliate professor and lecturer for the University of Washington Graduate Endodontic Program for 35 years.
Dr. Steiner maintains a private practice in endodontics in Tacoma, Washington. His professional memberships include the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry and the Northwest Network for Dental Excellence.
Dr. Steiner has published articles in the Journal of Endodontics and co-authored chapters in several textbooks.
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