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. James Zimmer, DDS. 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.
Each year the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry holds a scientific session. This session brings together the leaders in dentistry to learn and grow to become the best in their field. The AACD is dedicated to advancing excellence in the art and science of cosmetic dentistry while encouraging the highest standards of ethical conduct and responsible patient care.
At the 2005 Scientific Session the following courses were attended:
Dental Makeover, AACD Digital Photography, Combining Smile Design with Functional Occlusion, Cosmetic Presentation, Freehand Composite Bonding, The Art and Science of Treatment Planning 1 and 2, Advanced Esthetic Artistry, AACD Accreditation Exam.
36 hours
Each year the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry holds a scientific session. This session brings together the leaders in dentistry to learn and grow to become the best in their field. The AACD is dedicated to advancing excellence in the art and science of cosmetic dentistry while encouraging the highest standards of ethical conduct and responsible patient care.
At the 2007 Scientific Session the following courses were attended:
Multiple Veneer Delivery Technique, Functional Occlusion 1: Science Driven Management, Members’ Pearls, Contemporary Esthetic Techniques and Materials Part 1: Material Selection, and Part 2: Clinical Techniques, Integrating Cosmetic Dentistry into a Complete Dentistry Format, Case Perfection, Creating Seamless Natural Beauty in Porcelain Veneers with Predictable Cementation Techniques.
24 hours
The annual dental convention holds an expo and has seminars available for doctors and staff to learn about new guildlines and techniques to continue excellenet care to their patients. Doctor attened seminars for implants, anesthesia and pain control, medical emergency training and CPR.
19 hours
Performing minimally traumatic preparations and direct class II composite restorations utilizing the Bioclear tm Matrix System in conjunction with high level magnification.
6 hours
Informing dentists of the latest products and materials that facilitate faster and painless procedures for patients.
6 hours
Explaining the importance of good oral health care and ways to allow patients to access treatment.
6 hours
Learning a team approach to implementing a comprehensive, non-surgical periodontal program and teaching patients about the importance of maintaining oral health, especially when patient suffers from a systemic disease.
14 hours
Presentation on new composite materials and techniques to lessen failure rates for composite restorations with use of magnification and utilization of the BioClear Matrix System.
6 hours
Reviewing the Federal Registry Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, routes of disease transmission, exposure control plans, response to exposures and Hepatitis A & B vaccinations. Discussion will include simple methods in meeting the annual requirements for OSHA compliance in the dental setting.
3 hours
Techniques and Trends in Direct Restoratives by: Ann Lindquist
2 hours
10 Steps You Need To Take Now To Prepare Your Office for Medical Emergencies by: New Mexico Dental Association 2010
3 hours
An Update on Local Anesthesia and Conscious Sedation for the Dental Team by: New Mexico Dental Association 2010
6 hours
Program: Assessing Local Anesthetic Options for Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy
Date: October 22, 2010
Location: Patterson Dental Expo, Albuquerque, NM
Instructor: Gail Malone, RDH, BS
CE Hours: 2 CEU’s
Sponsoring Organization: DENTSPLY International
Program Director: Linda C. Niessen, MPH, MPP
2 hours
Toothbrush Technology, Dentifrices and Dental Biofilm Removal – Approval No.: CA#: 04-4527-09016 – Date: Jan. 14, 2011
4 hours
A Day in the LIfe of a Top-Gun Dental Team
Practice & Risk Managment CE Credits
Presenter: Mark Hyman DDS
2 hours
Sleep Medicine
2 hours
Sleep Medicine: Sleep Bruxism: It May Not Mean What You Think By Steve Carstensen DDS
2 hours