2023 TEAM TRACK 

FEATURED SPEAKERS:

DR. JOE BARTON, DMD, LVIM, FIAPA, LVI INSTRUCTOR

 

Dr. Barton received his college and doctor of medical dentistry degree from the University of Florida in 1986. Immediately following graduation, he worked as an associate for one year in Jacksonville, Florida. In October of 1987, Dr. Barton opened his solo dental practice in Jacksonville. Following a course taken in 1995 at Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI Global), Dr. Barton slowly began to transition his general dentistry practice into a practice that focused on aesthetic dentistry. Later, in 2001, Dr. Barton built and moved into a brand new office that helped further transition the practice into comprehensive neuromuscular aesthetic dentistry. He is a graduate of and instructor with the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI). He also has achieved the LVI Mastership award. He teaches dentists from all over the world in the latest treatments for cosmetic dentistry, full mouth reconstruction and neuromuscular occlusion. Dr. Barton is affiliated with many dental organizations; AGD, AACD, FDA, ICCMO, as well many local affiliations. He is a frequent speaker to many study groups and associations.

MR. JOE DEWEES, DIRECTOR OF CLINICAL AFFAIRS & COURSE CURRICULUM

Joseph Dewees was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada. He started working in dental offices 20 years ago at the age of 17 as a sterilization technician, while also furthering his education at the College of Southern Nevada. Since then he has worn many different hats in dental offices, from Clinical Dental Assistant, Front Office, Office Manager, and Treatment Coordinator. It was 15 years ago he was first introduced to The Las Vegas Institute, which started his passion for Physiologic Dentistry and enjoys helping patients achieve optimal dental and whole body health. 

He is now the Director of Team Programs here at the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies. He believes a well trained, empowered team is the key to a successful dental practice, and hopes to help team members unlock their full potential and help them find their passion for dentistry.  

In addition he has a second passion for fitness and is a Group Fitness Instructor and enjoys pushing people to reach and exceed their fitness and weight loss goals.

 

Module 1: Physiological and Sleep Dentistry Overview

Synopsis

This will provide an overview of Physiologic Based Dentistry and Sleep Dentistry. We will focus on identifying signs and symptoms related to physiology, airway, developmental, and postural. This lecture is designed to teach attendees to provide comprehensive exams for aesthetic, sleep, and physiologic patients.

The Educational Objectives for This Presentation Are for The Participant To Be Able To:

• Discuss physiologic dentistry and what to look for when examining patients
• Discuss the importance of screening for sleep disorders
• Document physiologic disharmony in the dental system
• Organize appointments based on new patient classification
• Obtain the appropriate information during the initial new patient interview

 

Module 4: Signs & Symptoms Analysis and Developing Appointment Coordination and Scheduling

Synopsis

You will work to develop proper sequencing of appointments for efficient scheduling of physiological and sleep apnea patients. Also, good skills and outlines to review case presentations and financial arrangements.  Will interpret BioPAK and T-Scan Data as well as results of sleep test and comprehensive examinations.

The Educational Objectives for This Presentation Are for The Participant to Be Able To:

• Put together collected data for a treatment conference using the provided outline.
• Properly sequence and schedule patients using provided timeline for appointments
• Discuss release and consents forms and why they are important in the dental practice
• Put together a presentation of treatment and financial arrangements.
• Determine schedule for orthotic delivery, long term stabilization treatment and follow up appointments.