Special Training

• TMJ Therapy

  TMJ Therapy

  If you regularly suffer from headaches, vertigo, tinnitus, worn down teeth, popping noises in your jaw or pain in your jaw when you talk or chew, or if you have neck and back pain.

• Neuromuscular Dentistry

  Neuromuscular Dentistry

  If you regularly suffer from headaches, vertigo, tinnitus, worn down teeth, popping noises in your jaw or pain in your jaw when you talk or chew, or if you have neck and back pain. Are you unhappy with your facial proportions, is your chin sticking out too far, or are you interested in having a chin implant but do not want to go through the surgery and are unhappy with the way your teeth look and would like a smile makeover and a non-surgical face lift.

Continuing Education

Below are listed the top continuing education courses taken by Dr. S. David Buck, DDS, LVIM. 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.

• CORE I
  CORE I

  Las Vegas Institute (LVI)

  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.

• CORE II
  CORE II

  Las Vegas Institute (LVI)

  This six-day intense course features live-patient treatment where the dentist will bring their own patients to the institute. Recommended cases include 8-10 units of porcelain veneers/crowns or a combination of both for a smile design. These cases are completed under the guidance of a clinical instructor.This intense, hands-on, live-patient treatment program concentrates on developing a critical eye for aesthetic excellence. The dentist will not only benefit from personal instruction on their own case, but they will view and help diagnose over 300 restorative units from the other attendees.

• CORE III
  CORE III

  Las Vegas Institute (LVI)

  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.

• CORE IV
  CORE IV

  Las Vegas Institute (LVI)

  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.

• CORE V
  CORE V

  Las Vegas Institute (LVI)

  This six-day, live-patient treatment program where the dentists will bring their own patients for treatment will show dentists the initial aspect of doing a smile makeover. They will handle more complex cases (bruxers, restoring vertical dimension, restoring severely dark teeth without black lines around the gums, creating life like, natural looking bridges, etc.) treating function as well as aesthetics. Perhaps the most important aspect of the program is, understanding why cases succeeded, and why they fail and how to prevent that failure before it happens. Dentists leave with an understanding of why so many people need this type of treatment. Fine tune their skills and take their cases from good to outstanding.

• CORE VI
  CORE VI

  Las Vegas Institute (LVI)

  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.

• CORE VII
  CORE VII

  Las Vegas Institute (LVI)

  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

• TMD
  TMD

  Las Vegas Institute (LVI)

  This is an intense 3 DAY course of treatment of TMJ. The dentists will learn:
  • how to identify upper airway obstruction in the development of malocclusion , micrognathia and reconstruction failures
  • Describe etiology and correction of tongue thrust
  • Understand the role that malocclusion plays in TMD growth and development of the cranio-facial structures
  • Recognize retruded mandibles and over-closed bites
  • Describe degenerative joint disease (osteoarthritis) other than systemic disease
  • Understand myofacial pain dysfunction
  • Evaluate the 12 cranial nerves as they relate to the TMD patient
  • Perform radiographic evaluations, diagnose and treat TMJ conditions
  • Interpret records, documentation, and data gathering protocols
  • Treat TMJ neuromuscularly and non-surgically
  • Stabilize the musculoskeletally-comprised patient
  • Understand medical dental legal protocols – how to handle subpoenas, attorneys, depositions, reports, and fees

• SCAN INTERPRETATION
  SCAN INTERPRETATION

  Las Vegas Institute (LVI)

  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.

• NEURO-ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
  NEURO-ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY

  Las Vegas Institute (LVI)

  THESE DENTISTS WILL HAVE A SUPERIOR TRAINING TO: • Understand postural effects and interrelationships with the occlusion will include a consideration of the balance organ and the central control of total body muscle activity necessary to maintain posture and balance including the hip, the shoulder, and the upper and lower limbs.
  • Discuss the neurological and neurotransmitter control of mastication and posture will be examined in sufficient detail to explain the process and mechanism of bruxism and clenching, in particular. In this respect, the functional anatomy of the autonomic nervous system will be reviewed.
  • Learn the embryology of the cranial base/upper cervical complex and its importance in developing occlusal plane will include the role of tooth eruption in the determination of the occlusion.
  • Interpret the relationship between functional anatomy and acupuncture meridia will receive attention and will include a review of auricular acupuncture points in treatment of pain.

• IMPLANT I
  IMPLANT I

  Las Vegas Institute (LVI)

  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

• LASER CERTIFICATION
  LASER CERTIFICATION

  Las Vegas Institute (LVI)

  This course helps the dentists develop a practice that incorporates Laser technology for restorative and hygiene procedures. This two-day program is designed for both the Doctor and Team. The dentists will learn to implement this new technology in various applications safely and effectively and acquire skills by working hands-on with live patients.

• TREATMENT PLANNING I
  TREATMENT PLANNING I

  Kois Center

  This course is designed to focus on the four essential components in the decision making process: esthetics, function, periodontology and biomechanics. An evidenced based scientific approach to risk management will be developed to create more predictable outcomes from treatment. THIS IS THE PART I OF A 9 PART SERIES OF COURSES

• FUNCTIONAL OCCLUSION I
  FUNCTIONAL OCCLUSION I

  Kois Center

  Understanding the role occlusion plays relating to wear, mobility, TMD, stability, and restorative failure is critical. By focusing on diagnosis, the practitioner will be able to develop the parameters to create more successful restorative results and know when complex treatment may not be necessary. This course will also provide a hands-on workshop for bite management and jaw relation records following deprogramming. THIS IS PART 2 OF 9 PART SERIES COURSES

• RESTORATIVE PERIODONTAL INTERPHASE
  RESTORATIVE PERIODONTAL INTERPHASE

  Kois Center

  Understanding the dental gingival complex is critical for predictable management of the soft tissue. Discover why some anterior crown margins become exposed while others stay stable for years. THIS IS PART 3 OF A 9 PART SERIES OF COURSES

• BIOMECHANICS I
  BIOMECHANICS I

  Kois Center

  This course will eliminate the confusion about when to use cohesively retained vs adhesively retained restorations and develop predictable parameters for each. Step by step techniques will be described to prepare partial and full coverage preparations, anterior veneer preparations, and posterior bonded porcelain preparations. Tooth preparation surface management, will be discussed to eliminate post-operative sensitivity and create appropriate luting agent selection and bonding protocols. In addition, all the different core materials and ceramic systems will be discussed. THESE DENTISTS WILL HAVE GREAT UNDERSTANDING OF HOW DIFFERENT DENTAL MATERIALS WORK IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS. THIS IS PART 4 OF THE 9 PART SERIES OF COURSES.

• BIOMECHANICS II
  BIOMECHANICS II

  Kois Center

  This course is designed to focus on learning predictable impressioning (what to use and when), materials selection and fabrication for direct and indirect provisionalization, and management of structurally compromised teeth (pins, posts or bonding). The limitations of the restorative requirements will be discussed to develop a decision process of when to restore or extract a tooth. THIS IS PART 5 OF A 9 PART SERIES OF COURSES.

• OCCLUSION II
  OCCLUSION II

  Kois Center

  This three-dimensional case management is absolutely essential when making vertical and horizontal changes to the system. Participants will be able to manage any restorative challenges and be confident they can provide the laboratory with the necessary records to restore the entire masticatory system. This includes partially and fully edentulous patients. THIS IS PART 8 OF A 9 PART SERIES OF COURSES

• TREATMENT PLANNING II
  TREATMENT PLANNING II

  Kois Center

  This course is designed to implement the thought process necessary in creating systematic treatment plans for any complex situation.

• Cosmetic Dentistry
  Cosmetic Dentistry

  Lecturer and Educator

  This dentist spends most of his time training other dentists in the art of Cosmetic Dentistry. This means to you that you are being treated by someone who is one of the leaders in this field.

• Certification for Adult Cosmetic Ortho
  Certification for Adult Cosmetic Ortho

  6monthsmiles

  Cosmetic orthodontic treatment philosophy and treatment protocols, diagnostics and mechanics for primarily cosmetic problems in adult patients.

• LVI Sleep Level One
  LVI Sleep Level One

  Las Vegas Institute (LVI)

  Diplomate track for certification of dental sleep medicine. Comprehensive review of OSA and systemic considerations; diagnostic/screening protocols; treatment strategies with oral appliances; medical model and medical team formation/collaboration with qualified sleep physicians.

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Accolades

• LVIM
  LVIM

  Las Vegas Institute (LVI)

  The objective of the LVIM program is to recognize those individuals who can provide a high level of comprehensive aesthetic neuromuscular diagnosis and treatment. It also recognizes their efforts to promote the advancement of neuromuscular dentistry.
  As the number of LVI graduates treating musculoskeletal dysfunction of the head and neck increases, LVI has recognized the need to implement an accreditation process to assess competency, ensure continuing education knowledge, and maintain a high standard of care among those treating their patients with neuromuscular dentistry principles.
  The LVI Accreditation Program allows the dentists to have a “Mastership of Aesthetics and Neuromuscular Dentistry” distinction among their colleagues. A written examination, along with an oral examination and submission of 3 Cases of Full Mouth Rehabilitation are requirements for the LVI Mastership. This Mastership ensures the dentists understanding of principles of full mouth rehabilitation and these skills have been verified by this grueling examination process approved by their peers.

• CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR
  CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR

  Las Vegas Institute (LVI)

  This is a very special accolade as one is chosen from thousands of highly trained dentists by the Las Vegas Institute to help teach and train other dentists from across the globe the art and science of Cosmetic Dentistry and Full Mouth Rehabilitation as well as TMJ therapy. This means to the patient that this dentist is constantly up to date with the newer and better materials and advances in dentistry. To teach others is one of the best ways for one to improve their skills. These dentists get to oversee over 20 cases at each teaching sessions. These are usually some of the most challenging cases. As a result, you may rest assured that these dentists have seen and helped and completed many cases such as yours or even more complicated.

• LVI FELLOW
  LVI FELLOW

  Las Vegas Institute (LVI)

  Has completed the following courses at the Las Vegas Institute, must complete all 7 Core Programs at LVI to be considered an LVI FELLOW and has passed a vigorous written examination

• PPE/PPM Certified
  PPE/PPM Certified

  PPM

  PPM or Pure Power Mouthguard is a new, revolutionary way for athletes to gain more power, balance, and endurance. This revolutionary technique uses the science of Neuromuscular Dentistry to provide optimum results to the athletes.

• Board of Directors, Professional Dent...
  Board of Directors, Professional Dental Academy

  IACA

  International Academy of Comprehensive Aesthetics

• Featured Lecturer
  Featured Lecturer

  IACA

  IACA 2010 featured speaker on advanced smile design concepts

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