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Piper Comprehensive TMJ Science - 20 CE Credits
This course has been the traditional introduction to the PERC curriculum, and it is still recommended before taking the Upper Tier case study courses. This remains the single best overview course on TMD in the 21st century! It was formerly known as Piper I: TMJ Diagnostics and Basic Management. |
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Piper MRI & CT Scan Interpretation - 16 CE Credits
Newly developed in 2007, participants will develop the complete skill set for CT and MR scan integration into their dental practices. Although designed as an Upper Tier Course, students may elect this as their entry point into the PERC curriculum. |
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Piper Joint Based Occlusion - 20 CE Credits
Learn the most dynamic concepts in 21st century dentistry through the integration of temporomandibular joint internal derangements with the occlusion. This is an Upper Tier Course, but students may elect this as their entry point into the PERC curriculum. |
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Piper Advanced TMJ Science and Case Studies - 20 CE Credits
This is an Upper Tier Course formerly known as Piper II- Therapy for Intermediate to Advanced TMD.It is designed to build upon the Comprehensive TMJ Science course. Skill sets include MRI and radiography reading as well as diagnosis and treatment planning of Piper Clinic patient cases. This course is designed to take clinical skills in treating TMD to an advanced level. |
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Piper Expert TMJ Science and JBO Case Studies - 20 CE Credits
This is an Upper Tier Course formerly known as Piper III- Advanced Considerations and Case Studies. This is the ultimate TMD expert's course. Unique topics include complex pain diagnosis and treatment. Skill sets in diagnostic and therapeutic nerve blocks are taught on patient volunteers. Students at this level are encouraged to present their own cases for development of patient communication skills. Piper Clinic cases demonstrating concepts of Joint Based Occlusion are used to develop expertise in occlusal management. |
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Clinical Referral Patient Tutorial 2007-2008 (By Appointment)
In this clinical experience the referring doctor and a single staff person of their choice attend a Piper Clinic consult with their patient. Doctors and staff accompany the patient through all phases of testing including history and exam, Doppler, JVA, CT and MR scanning, and final consultation visit. This unique experience provides invaluable insight into the patient's diagnosis, treatment options, and follow-up care. Concepts of Joint Based Occlusion are demonstrated directly to the patient and doctor. |
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