Hidden Damage of Everyday Dentistry: Perfect Crowns, Bad TMJ

Agatha Bis, DDS 
Subject: 180 Myofascial Pain/Occlusion
Credits: 1
Method: Lecture
Thursday, Oct. 23: 7–8 p.m. CDT
Audience: Students, Residents, Dentists, Dental Assistants, Hygienists, Specialists
Fee: $37.50 (students and residents); $75 (members); $125 (nonmembers)

Description

This webinar explores how routine dental procedures, when occlusion is not carefully considered, can lead to temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. Learn to recognize how ideal-looking restorations can cause joint strain, muscle tension and long-term instability, and discover simple ways to reduce temporomandibular disorder (TMD) risk in everyday practice.

Learning Objectives 

• Identify how everyday restorative procedures can contribute to TMJ dysfunction.
• Recognize clinical signs of occlusal imbalance that can lead to TMD symptoms. 
• Explain how ideal-looking restorations can still create joint strain or overload.
• Apply basic occlusal checks to minimize the risk of TMJ-related complications.

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Speaker Bio  

Agatha Bis, DDS, has been practicing in Oakville, Ontario, since 1996. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Western Ontario and her Bachelor of Science from the University of Toronto. With extensive clinical experience and training, Bis focuses on restorative dentistry and treating TMD. Her expertise has helped patients find relief from chronic jaw pain, migraines and headaches through precise diagnosis and tailored treatment plans.