Occlusion Made Easy
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Course Overview
The Occlusion Made Easy course, led by Dr. Jim McKee, is designed for dental professionals and teams aiming to master the foundational and practical aspects of occlusion and TMD diagnosis.
With 29 modules, this on-demand, hands-on course provides step-by-step guidance on understanding TMJ health, including a detailed 9-part clinical examination for TMD patients.
Upon completion, participants will be able to confidently assess occlusal challenges, recognize TMJ dysfunction, and offer treatment options that enhance patient care. The course is worth 3 CE credit hours and is accessible to all skill levels.
With 29 modules, this on-demand, hands-on course provides step-by-step guidance on understanding TMJ health, including a detailed 9-part clinical examination for TMD patients.
Upon completion, participants will be able to confidently assess occlusal challenges, recognize TMJ dysfunction, and offer treatment options that enhance patient care. The course is worth 3 CE credit hours and is accessible to all skill levels.
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Lecture Videos
Dr. Jim McKee explores the anatomy of normal and altered temporomandibular joints. Participants will learn how TMJ alterations can affect occlusion and the overall patient condition.
The course highlights a practical approach to managing these cases by connecting the patient's symptoms to their occlusion, providing valuable insights for day-to-day dental practice.
The course highlights a practical approach to managing these cases by connecting the patient's symptoms to their occlusion, providing valuable insights for day-to-day dental practice.
Hands-on Demonstration
Watch Dr. McKee demonstrate how to apply the knowledge from the lectures to real-world clinical scenarios. In this hands-on session, you will follow along as he conducts a patient interview, focusing on pain history and trauma, and performs his 9-part clinical examination.
Gain insights into how occlusal adjustments and TMJ evaluations can be integrated into routine patient care.
Gain insights into how occlusal adjustments and TMJ evaluations can be integrated into routine patient care.
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Hands-on Form
As part of the hands-on training in Occlusion Made Easy, you can download the TMJ evaluation form. Whether assessing occlusal function, load testing, or muscle palpation, this form ensures that you have a systematic approach to diagnosing and treating TMD patients with confidence.
Course Modules
Jim McKee, DDS
Dr. McKee is a member of the Spear Resident Faculty. He has maintained a private practice since 1984 in Downers Grove, Illinois where he treats a wide variety of cases with a focus on predictable restorative dentistry. He is a member of the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry and former president of the American Equilibration Society. He has lectured both nationally and internationally for over 25 years and directs several study clubs. Dr. McKee graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1980 and earned his dental degree from the University of Illinois College of Dentistry in 1984.
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