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Eliminating Removable Partial Dentures through Multidisciplinary Planning
Ali Afshar, DDS
April 22, 2027
6:00 PM
Pearl Pediatric Dental
Uncover the intricacies of comprehensive, multidisciplinary planning aimed at eliminating the reliance on removable partial dentures. In this engaging session led by Dr. Ali Afshar, we will explore a compelling case where a patient expresses the desire to free themselves from long-term dependence on removable prosthetics. Our journey begins with a meticulous analysis of the patient's current oral health status, their unique needs, and their aspiration for a life without removable dentures.
Approach to the Case:
• Thorough Diagnosis: Utilize state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and methodologies to gain a comprehensive understanding of the patient's oral health.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Engage various dental specialties to ensure every aspect of the case is scrutinized and addressed from multiple vantage points.
• Risk Assessment and Management: Identify potential challenges and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring a smooth and successful treatment journey.
• Patient-Centered Planning: Ensure that the patient’s desires, expectations, and comfort are at the forefront of the planning and decision-making process.
Following the discussion, Dr. Afshar will unveil the treatment path taken, the challenges encountered, and the outcomes achieved. This reflective phase will serve as a valuable learning point, allowing us to assess our collaborative efforts and identify areas for future improvement.
Dr. Ali Afshar received his first dental degree from the University of Alberta in 2001, followed by a certificate in advanced graduate studies in general dentistry from Boston University. He currently has a referral practice limited to dental implants, soft tissue management, and complex restorative cases. He is a graduate and clinical instructor at the Kois Center in Seattle, graduate of the Misch International Implant Institute, and is on the faculty of the Vancouver MaxiCourse. He is currently a diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology, a diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, a fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, and a DSD key opinion leader. He is involved with several programs of advanced training in implant and esthetic dentistry in Canada and the U.S.
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