Years in Practice
Hours of Continued Education
Hours of Continued Education in last 2 years
Below are listed the top continuing education courses taken by Dr. Dr. Abraham Katz, DDS, FICOI, LVIF. Continuing education is important when looking for a top dentist. Read up on this dentists education and see if he/she is the right dentist for you.
A 3 day intense course on how to diagnose and determine bite or occlusal disease. the relationship of body and the bite, the muscles of the head and neck to the teeth. This is the introductory course into how to correctly find the proper bite and recognize complications before they arise.
22 hours
Excellence in aesthetic restorations can be achieved simply and predictably when the dentist knows what to do and how to do it. Many times dentists mix wrong materials, use the wrong type of crown or restoration when there are better more conservative approaches available.This is a four-day, live-patient treatment course where the dentist will bring their own patients to the institute, in the conservative restoration of back teeth using the latest aesthetic materials that are placed in functional harmony. Direct and indirect restorations, materials science/choices and the principles of adhesion are covered in depth. Dentists will learn how they can provide exceptional aesthetic restorative dentistry without sensitivity that will benefit their patients and fill them with pride.
32 hours
This program investigates the in-depth scientific principles of neuromuscular dentistry. This hands-on program will focus on the need to find the orthopedic position of the jaw in space:
This course teaches the dentists how to perfect their bite taking techniqe This course enahnces their knowledge of TMD denitstry as it relates to aesthetic dentistry.The curriculum will lead dentists to the ultimate goal of effectively treating patients predictably and conservatively through muscle physiology and neurophysiology. The scientific principles and clinical use of EMG, CMS, ESG and Jaw Tracking will be investigated and understood. • Define best practices in the use of good occlusal techniques in preparing a patient for restorative care.
24 hours
The dentist will be given the knowledge and tools to adjust occlusion to microns, rather than millimeters. This is an absolute must program for any dentist managing aesthetic and complex occlusal cases.
22 hours
The dentists will learn to accurately equilibrate their cases for maximum function and prove it. It is about understanding and mastering the epitome of care and treatment that a restorative dentist can provide their patients. Full Mouth Reconstruction is the culmination and implementation of their occlusal training combined with the application of their restorative training. This is the highest level of Aesthetic and Cosmetic Dentistry at LVI.What this means to you is that you are choosing a highly trained dentist who is passionate about providing excellence to their patients who has gone above and beyond required level of training so you may receive the best dentistry has to offer.This course is the Mount Everest of Cosmetic Dentistry. There are less than 300 dentists per year who go through this course at LVI. These dentists have the highest level of training in the field of cosmetic and functional dentistry
48 hours
This is an intense 3 day course on using Computerizd Jaw Tracking and reading the tension of the muscles of the head and neck and sonography of the TMJ by the TMD treating dentists. This course will allow the dentists to better understand and diagnose patients with TMJ issues.
23 hours
In this two-day, comprehensive endo course, dentists will learn the secrets of practical, predictable endodontics. The intense, hands-on portion assures they will have the confidence perform endodontic procedures.
15 hours
This three-day program delivers state-of-the-art education which will enable the clinician to gain knowledge and confidence in dental implant treatment planning, patient work-ups, and basic to advanced surgical and restorative techniques. This course offers a unique approach in that the treatment plan is derived from the occlusion down to the bone, and not from the bone up to the occlusion. After completing this course you will gain the confidence in an implant protocol that allows you to place and restore implants easily and predictably, with long-term clinical success. THIS IS THE PART 1 OF 2 PART SERIES OF COURSES
24 hours
This three-day program is an advanced class that offers bone grafting and sinus lifting protocols in addition to other more advanced aspects of treatment planning relative to implant cases. Each class participant is required to bring a live patient to this course and will treatment plan and place an implant using the protocol acquired during this class. THIS IS THE PART 2 OF THE 2 PART SERIES OF COURSES
24 hours
Hands on Cadaver Bone Grafting Course
40 hours
This is a 6 month continuum meeting once a month to educate dentists in the field of implant dentistry
120 hours
This is a year long mini residency program for highly trained Implant Dentists to enhance their skills in different aspects of implant dentistry and bone grafting. This means that this dentist is very dedicated to providing excellence to his patients. And you will receive treatment from a dentist who is well versed and well trained in implant dentistry.
160 hours
This course trains the dentist on providing safe sedation to their patients. Sedation dentistry is used for large complicated procedures and for simple procedures, even for fillings or cleanings. It is a safe, and comfortable way to make your visit comfortable by sleeping through your appointment, as long as your dentist is well trained. This is especially great for those who have fear of dentists.
20 hours
Misc Courses in General & Cosmetic Dentistry
225 hours