Special Training

• Cosmetic Dentistry

  Cosmetic Dentistry

  If you’d like to improve your smile, have straighter or whiter teeth, or enhance the appearance of your teeth in any other way.

• 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.

• Full Mouth Rejuvenation

  Full Mouth Rejuvenation

  Are you unhappy with the shape and color of your teeth? Are your teeth worn down? Do you have TMJ pain or muscle aches? Are the muscles of your head and neck area sore upon palpation? Have you had any of your teeth break for no reason? Is the lower third of your face too small compared to the upper third? Do you have creases at the corners of your lips? Is your chin sticking out too far or is it sticking back too far? Do you have multiple implants that need to be restored (have crowns placed over them?)

• 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. Martha Cortes, 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• FUNCTIONAL OCCLUSION
  FUNCTIONAL OCCLUSION

  The Dawson Center

  This seminar is the gateway to a proven path of clinical and professional excellence. As the foundational seminar in the “Concept of Complete DentistryTM Series,” the will learn the timeless message that good dentistry, esthetic dentistry, complete dentistry must begin with a thorough understanding of occlusion and the functions of the masticatory system. A comprehensive understanding of how the TM joint, muscles, proprioceptive input, lower anterior teeth, upper anterior teeth, lower posterior teeth and upper posterior teeth are designed to function in harmony with one another is the cornerstone of the Dawson philosophy.

  Each student will learn to produce beautiful, functionally correct restorative dentistry in an efficient, predictable and profitable fashion.

• PREDICTABLE RESTORATIVE EXCELLENCE
  PREDICTABLE RESTORATIVE EXCELLENCE

  The Dawson Center

  This seminar will provide the students with the procedural knowledge to do contemporary restorative procedures at the highest level. Each student will leave with a clear understanding of the four options of treatment: Reshaping, Repositioning, Restoring and Surgical alternatives.

• ADVANCED PROBLEM SOLVING
  ADVANCED PROBLEM SOLVING

  The Dawson Center

  This course will provide the participant with the necessary information to solve complex dental problems. A programmed approach to treatment planning will be presented so that each student will learn how to solve the 4 functional and 12 esthetic goals when given any set of circumstances. Extreme occlusal wear, anterior open bites, deep overbites, extreme overjet and Class III malocclusions will be discussed. Neutral zone and vertical dimension will be covered in detail as it pertains to the treatment of the above problems.Special emphasis will be placed on best restorative options, and when orthodontic/orthognathic alternatives should be considered. Each participant will learn how and when to open the vertical dimension of occlusion and when it should not be opened. A programmed approach to full mouth reconstruction, whether it is teeth, dental implants, precision attachment partials or a combination, will be a cornerstone of this program.

• 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

• Level I
  Level I

  OBI

  This is part I of a 4 part series of courses. In this course the dentists will learn: • To present natures Biologic Model of Occlusion
  • for optimum dental health, beauty, and function.
  • To present the Principles of Bioesthetic Dentistry.
  • To show you Ultra-healthy, Functional and Esthetic Natural Dentitions of patients of all ages.
  • To present the OBI methodology for diagnosis
  • and treatment planning.
  • To demonstrate Bioesthetic Dentistry at work in everyday practice through clinical cases, from simple to complex.
  • To validate how esthetics and function inter-
relate to achieve the best result for our patients.
  •

• LEVEL II
  LEVEL II

  OBI

  This is part 2 of a 4 part series of courses. This “hands-on” clinical workshop will teach procedures and instrumentation necessary for a dynamic relational study of the teeth and TM joints. The objective is to help dentists become capable of making dependable, comprehensive, three-dimensional dentognathic diagnoses before treating functional and esthetic problems.

• LEVEL I
  LEVEL I

  The Rosenthal Institute

  This is the beginners program for cosmetic dentistry with the Rosenthal Institute. This is a hands on live patient program where the dentists will bring their own patients and will perform smile design on complicated cases using the Rosenthal Techniques.

• 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.

• IV Sedation
  IV Sedation

  Montefiore Medical Center

  This is a live patient treatment course for the dentists to learn techniques in IV sedation for patients who are fearful and those who need extensive dental treatment and have phobias. There are very few dentists in the US that have this type of a training, which makes this dentists services and qualifications very unique.

• Sleep Disorders
  Sleep Disorders

  AADSM

  This course teaches the dentists on how to treat patients who have sleep disorder, snoring and sleep apnea. This means to you that this dentist has special training on treating these conditions as opposed to having no training and still trying to treat these conditions (as unfortunately many dentists do)

• Invisalign Certification
  Invisalign Certification

  Align Technology

  This is a training course in the use of invisalign and certification. Only Invisalign Certified Dentists are allowed to perform this procedure to make sure the quality of care is provided.

• 16th Annual B. Jankelson Memorial Lec...
  16th Annual B. Jankelson Memorial Lecture Forum

  International College of Cranio-Mandibular Orthopedics

  These are courses in Neuromuscular Dentistry, Scan Interpretation, advanced orthopedics to aid the dentists to deal with complicated cases and patients who suffer from TMJ. This means to you that this dentist is dedicated to learning the latest advances in the field of TMJ therapy.

• Intro to Lasers in Dentistry
  Intro to Lasers in Dentistry

  Academy of Laser Dentistry

  This is a generalized course on different uses of lasers in dentsitry

• Lecturer on uses of Lasers in Dentistry
  Lecturer on uses of Lasers in Dentistry

  Academy of Laser Dentistry

  Dr. Weiser is an internationally recognized lecturer on the use of Lasers in dentistry. He has been teaching his techniques to dentists from across the world for the past 5 years. This means to you that Dr. Weiser not only is dedicated to learning and excellence but also he teaches his unique techniques to other dentists.

• Chirodontics I
  Chirodontics I

  Chirodontics

  It is designed for both the Dentist and the Chiropractor/Structural Practitioner. Here we cover the main concepts involved in Chirodontics® diagnosis and treatment. Postural assessment are covered in lecture as well as workshops. Chirodontics® One is also an excellent introduction to Cranial-Dental Orthopaedics. Cranial anatomy and the various cranial distortion patterns are discussed and you will learn some basic cranial releases in a hands-on cranial workshop. In this course, we also learn the Dental strategies for diagnosing and correcting these distortions, and how to incorporate these strategies into an efficient Chiro-Dental team syntax. THIS COURSE TEACHES THE DENTISTS THE RELATIONSHIP OF THE BODY, TEETH, TMJ, TO ONE ANOTHER WHICH IS NOT ONLY USEFUL IN TREATING TMJ ISSUES BUT ALSO FOR SUCCESS FOR SIMPLE FILLINGS.
• Chirodontics Dental Techniques
  Chirodontics Dental Techniques

  Chirodontics

  n Chirodontics® Dental Techniques, we learn all the aspects of the Dental Syntax in detail. TMJ analysis and various treatment strategies are thoroughly explored. This section includes the latest in computer diagnostic testing procedures and how to take the 5 different mandibular bite registrations for various conditions and appliances.

  AccuLiner® maxillary Facebow mounting and Tri-Planer Analysis is covered in detail as well as Radiographic Tri-Planer techniques. This allows the practitioner to determine whether a distortion is “Skeletal”, “Cranial” or “Dental” in nature. We will also cover the common difficulties in transitioning through the Chirodontic® phases of care.

  “Light-wire Appliances” are a very useful tool in Cranial Orthopaedics, and we will teach when and how to use these appliances from a “Cranially Driven” perspective.

  Finally, you will learn various techniques to help “finish” your cases quickly and efficiently, maintaining the cranial correction and neuro-muscular function you worked so hard to achieve. THIS IS A HIGH LEVEL TRAINING IN ORTHODONTICS/TMJ therapy.

• Chirodontics Cranial Techniques
  Chirodontics Cranial Techniques

  Chirodontics

  Chirodontic Cranial Techniques – 2 day course
  In “Chirodontic Cranial Techniques”, Dr walker will teach more specific diagnosis of difficult cranial patterns and their manual corrections. He will cover Infant Cranial Manipulation, Respiratory Tri-Planer Corrections, and Cranial Trauma Patterns.

  Cranial nerve Examinations and Headache differential diagnosis will also be taught.

  Advanced diagnosis using kinesiological “flow charting” will be explored to determine the nature and correction priorities of these cranial patterns.

  This course is primarily a cranial manipulation workshop and not to be missed! THIS DENTIST HAS HIGH LEVEL TRAINING IN TREATING TMJ DISEASE VIA USAGE OF ORTHOPEDIC ROUTES WHICH ARE NOT TAUGHT IN MOST TRAINING.

• Nutrition for Life
  Nutrition for Life

  Chirodontics

  In this 3 day seminar Dr Walker explores the nutritional needs of the patient, with an emphasis on pain control, soft tissue and joint healing and total health strategies. By understanding how the body actually works, we can apply this knowledge to maximize our clinical outcomes. TAKING THIS COURSE ALLOWS THIS DENTIST TO LOOK AT THE PATIENT AS A WHOLE IN TREATING TMJ DISEASE AND SHOWS A HIGH LEVEL OF EXCELLENCE BY THIS DENTIST.

• Cerec Integration
  Cerec Integration

  Great Lakes Education Center

  This is a comprehensive 2 day, advanced hands on course in the use of Cerec (same day crowns or inlays or onlays and avoiding need to take mold of the mouth).

• Aesthetics & Efficiency© "Posterior Q...
  Aesthetics & Efficiency© "Posterior Quadrants"

  Dr. Rich Masek's Dentistry by Design

  This is an intense 2 day course on the usage of CEREC (same day crowns and inlays and onlays as opposed to taking mold of the mouth and teeth)

• Courses in Cosmetic Dentistry, Orthod...
  Courses in Cosmetic Dentistry, Orthodontics, Periodontics, Orthodontics, Endodontics, Implant Dentistry

  Various Institutions

  These are various courses that the doctor has taken in different areas of expertise. This shows his dedication to excellence. To maintain a dental license a dentist is required to take 25 hours of continuing education per year. This shows how many more courses that the doctor has taken above and beyond what an average dentist would take. This proves that he is a well rounded dentist with expertise in many different areas of expertise.

• Implants for Periodontist and Oral Su...
  Implants for Periodontist and Oral Surgeons

  The Branemark System

  A 3-day course on Implants for Periodontist and Oral Surgeons

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Accolades

• FICCMO
  FICCMO

  ICCMO

   The major objectives of the Fellowship Program of International College of Cranio Mandibular Orthopedics are to provide recognition of an individual for high level of achievement in the diagnosis and treatment of TMD and for professional efforts to advance the science of the biophysics and physiology of the head and neck. 
  Requirements: submission of 3 completed and well documented patients who have been treated; Passing a vigorous written examination; Completing 150 hours of continuing education in treatment of TMJ or TMD (on average dentists are required to take 25 hrs of continuing education a year on any subject) or have published articles on the subject in related journals and books, or teaching and lecturing over 150 hours on this subject. What this means to you is that you are receiving care from a dentist who is dedicated themselves to providing you with the best care in the field of TMJ therapy that is possible.

• MICCMO
  MICCMO

  ICCMO

  The Mastership in the International College of Cranio Mandibular Orthopedics is the highest level of training and achievement in the ICCMO organization for treatment of TMJ. One must first become a Fellow of ICCMO, and then can proceed toward the Mastership process. A Mastership written examination is the first step to be passed, and then a thesis is presented to the board on treatment of TMD, once passed, then an oral examination will be the last step on passing and achieving the Mastership in this organization. What this means to you is that This dentist has the highest level of dedication and training in field of TMJ therapy and computerized mandibular scan measurements, as a result you will be receiving the best care possible in the field of TMJ therapy.

• AACD sustaining member
  AACD sustaining member

  AACD

  A member who has passed the written examination and has attended 2 of the 4 past AACD annual sessions Level 2 of 4 in the AACD process

• AACD ACCREDITED MEMBER
  AACD ACCREDITED MEMBER

  AACD

  A member who has passed the written examination, taken both required workshops and passed one clinical exam. Level 3 of 4 in the AACD process. There are only 264 accredited member of AACD in the world. This means to you that this dentist is very highly trained in the field of cosmetic dentistry.

• 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

• FIADFE
  FIADFE

  IADFE

  Fellow of International Academy for Dental Facial Esthetics: This is a prestigious award presented to dentists who are committed to the pursuit of excellence through continuing interdisciplinary education in the field of Facial Esthetics. These dentists have attained recognition within their own respective profession, and have attained interdisciplinary recognition and are sponsored by at least 2 other members of the IADFE organization. The benefit to you is that you are going to be treated by a dentist who is dedicated to excellence in the field of cosmetic dentistry, and is well respected by their peers.

• Accredited Member
  Accredited Member

  American Society for Dental Aesthetics (ASDA)

  This is a very prestigious organization to be accredited with. To become an accredited member, the dentist must be in dental practice at least for 5 years, a postgraduate training for 2 years (in an approved program in an esthetic institution for dentistry), attendance to at least 2 ASDA sponsored seminars, To be nominated by a member of the society, 2 letters of recommendation by members, PRESENTATION OF 5 COSMETIC CASES COMPLETELY that will be reviewed by the board, and a vigorous application process. THIS SHOWS THAT THIS DENTIST HAS HAD NUMBER OF YEARS IN PRACTICE, HAVE ATTENDED MANY HOURS OF CONTINUING EDUCATION AS WELL AS COSMETIC CASES AND IS WELL RESPECTED BY THEIR PEERS. THIS IS A WELL TRAINED AND RESPECTED DENTIST.

• DABAD
  DABAD

  American Board of Aesthetic Dentitry (ABAD)

  Holding the Diplomate Status at the American Board of Aesthetic Dentistry is a highly respected accomplishment in the field of Cosmetic and Aesthetic Dentistry. A dentist must have completed 250 hours of continuing education in Cosmetic Dentistry and Aesthetic Dentistry first, then pass a 500 question written examination, and submit 10 cases to the board that would show their clinical mastery in the field of cosmetic dentistry. These dentists are among the finest in the field of aesthetic dentistry. There are only about 50 dentists who have achieved such distinction. This means to you that this dentist has extensive training, and knowledge in the field of cosmetic and aesthetic dentistry.

• MALD
  MALD

  Academy of Laser Dentistry

  The Mastership in the Academy of Laser Dentistry is the second and highest level of accolade within this organization. After passing the Fellowship requirements, the candidate must receive advanced knowledge and clinical experience with dental lasers. Passing a 175 question examination, and demonstrate advanced clinical proficiency in the use of lasers. They must also prepare 5 clinical case studies and present 2 of these cases to their peers. This level alone exceeds the standard of care for the dental professionals. Must have attended 3 annual meetings, have attended 100 hours of continuing laser education, and 50 hours thereafter. This means to you that this dentist has the highest level of training in the use of lasers in dentistry, they are well versed and experienced in this field.

• LVI DENTIST
  LVI DENTIST

  Las Vegas Institute (LVI)

  This is a recognition by LVI or Las Vegas Institute that this dentist has gone through a series of Cosmetic and Functional or TMD related training courses at LVI. These relate to the intense 7 core courses at LVI as seen above. The more courses the dentists have taken in this institute, the more the knowledge of the dentist. Meaning, the more options you will have in the treatment you receive.

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