CE COURSES
The IAG is pleased to partner with the Pacific Northwest Gnathologic Study Club to present the following CE course at a reduced rate for IAG members.
Implant Dentistry’s Learning Curve…….It’s
Ugly and Far From Over
Course Description
Most of us are part of a team that generally creates beautiful and functional restorations on implants. We’re certainly accustomed to seeing flawless examples in journals and at meetings. But where are the terrible cases? What if implant therapy doesn’t go as planned? We are also dealing with implant companies that have been continuously improving their products and techniques, so what happens to the cases that were treated with the “old” components? How have our dental materials that were designed for tooth and tissue borne fixed and removable prostheses been holding up on implant supported restorations?
As prosthodontists and restorative dentists, we occasionally have to make the best of bad situations; some inherited and unfortunately some self-inflicted. This clinical presentation follows the evolution of designs and materials and is a gathering of some of my worst cases and how they were handled. It’s fun to see the good, but you do learn a lot from the bad.
Course Objectives
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- Learn from the mistakes we’ve made.
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Have an appreciation for the evolution of restorative procedures in implant dentistry.
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Commiserate about some of the difficulties encountered as a restorative dentist treating implant patients.
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Recognize when to be cautious when treatment planning implants, especially in younger patients.
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Be aware of possible unanticipated long-term changes which can result in very compromised outcomes.
SPEAKERS
Dr. Warren Libman
Dr Warren Libman is in full time prosthodontic practice in Bellevue, Washington. Originally from Montreal, he earned his DDS at McGill University in 1986, followed by a general practice residency at the Jewish General Hospital in Montreal. He then went on to earn his certificate and Master’s degree in Prosthodontics at the University of Washington in 1990, where he continues his teaching involvement as an affiliate professor in the Graduate Prosthodontic program. He’s a past president of the Washington State Society of Prosthodontists, and is involved in numerous study clubs and organizations.
Restoration of Endodontically Treated Teeth: Conventional and Novel Approaches
Course Description
This lecture will review the restoration of endodontically treated teeth (ETT), focusing on both conventional and contemporary approaches. An overview of the biological and mechanical considerations will be presented, followed by a discussion of commonly used\ restorative methods, including direct restorations, post-and-core systems, and full-coverage crowns, with support from current literature. Emerging digital techniques and novel workflows will also be introduced, highlighting recent advancements in materials and fabrication methods.
Course Objectives
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
SPEAKERS
Dr. Shayan Niaki
Dr. Niaki grew up in Southern California, where he received his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of California, Los Angeles. He then moved to New York and received his Doctor of Dental Surgery from NYU Dentistry in 2020. His interest in prosthodontics started while he was in the Honors in Prosthodontics program at NYU. In 2021, he completed a one-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at UCLA. Dr. Niaki was a general dentist in private practice in Los Angeles until he started his specialty residency in Prosthodontics at the University of Washington.
Date: June 12, 2026
Credit Hours: 6
Time: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (PT)
Location: Global Learning Center of the Washington AGD. 19415 International Blvd Ste 410, Seatac, WA 98188
Mark your calendars!
September 10-12th, 2026
We are excited to announce that the 32nd Congress of the International Academy of Gnathology will be held on September 10-12th, 2026 at the Cedarbrook Lodge in Seattle, Washington! Mark you calendars and invite colleagues to another meeting of learning and camaraderie as we explore the future of dentistry!
