Put on your thinking caps on as your diagnostic abilities are about to be tested. Real world cases will frame a discussion on the differential diagnosis process. In this presentation, the “mysteries” of pathology will become clear, allowing you to communicate more effectively with your patient regarding their oral diseases. You will learn key points to help make your life easier and practical information that can be immediately applied. A myriad of topics and cutting edge information will be discussed, and include: What is that thing and how do I treat it? What caused this and how do I prevent it? And if it hurts, what will make it feel better?
I. Cases Highlighting the Differential Diagnosis Process
II. Review of Cases & Their Management
A. White lesions
B. Pigmented lesions
C. Lumps & bumps
D. Ulcers & blisters
D. Bony lesions
Educational Objectives:
- Understand the differential diagnosis process
- Develop differential diagnoses of oral conditions
- Evaluate oral lumps and bumps of the oral and head & neck region
- Understand the etiology of exophytic oral lesions
- Differentiate harmless versus dangerous pigmented lesions
- Distinguish between ulcers of viral, developmental, autoimmune, versus cancerous origin
- Generate an appropriate plan for radiographic pathology follow-up and/or intervention
- Choose whether a condition needs monitored, biopsied, or referred
Instructor: Ken Tilashalski, DMD
Ken Tilashalski (“Dr. T”) is quite unique in that he has earned specialty certificates in both oral & maxillofacial pathology and endodontics. He is Professor and Associate Dean of Academic Affairs at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry, and also holds an appointment at the School of Medicine. After receiving his D.M.D. from Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Tilashalski completed both of his residencies along with an American Cancer Society fellowship at the University of Alabama. Dr. T is passionate about educating dental health care professionals. He lectures extensively nationally and internationally in the areas of oral pathology, oral medicine, and endodontics.
CDE Coursework Units: 2
Tuition: $69 (Due to the Joint Providership of this program with ACDE, UCSF Faculty and Staff discounts are not available.)
Cancellation/Refunds:
Tuition refund, less a $25 cancellation fee, will be issued only for cancellations received in writing at least 3 business days prior to the start date of the course. No refunds will be issued for late cancellations or no-shows. We reserve the right to cancel any course due to circumstances beyond our control; under those circumstances we will refund all course fee payments. Please be aware that UCSF School of Dentistry CDE is not responsible for reimbursement of nonrefundable airline tickets or any other travel expenses in the event that a course is canceled.
ACDE Joint Providership
This continuing education activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the standards of the ADA Continuing Education Recognition Program (ADA CERP) through joint efforts between University of Kentucky College of Dentistry and the Association for Dental Education (ACDE).