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Join Dr. Michael Gunson and Dr. Rebecca Bockow for a Fresh Look at the Gummy Smile (1.25 CE). We have all seen patients with “Gummy Smiles.” Have you ever wondered how this occurred? What were the contributing factors early in growth and development that led to this unique anatomic feature?

We will delve into the etiology of a gummy smile – starting at infancy and early childhood. We will investigate contributing factors and compensations that occur over one’s life that lead to the development of a gummy smile. Once established, we will also discuss inherent compensations that patients make because of their particular growth pattern and the potential deterioration that can occur.

Finally, we will consider treatment options for gummy smile patients of all ages. We will explore treatment options for early childhood, adolescents and teens, and adults.

Learning Objectives:

• An appreciation for the contributing factors that lead to the development of a gummy smile
• An understanding of the compensations that result from a gummy smile skeletal growth pattern
• Treatment planning strategies for patients of all ages with a gummy smile

Learning Objectives:

• An appreciation for the contributing factors that lead to the development of a gummy smile
• An understanding of the compensations that result from a gummy smile skeletal growth pattern
• Treatment planning strategies for patients of all ages with a gummy smile

Speaker Disclosure:
None

Length of session:
Each session consisting of lecture and audience questions will last 90 minutes.

Cost:
No cost for CE Passport holders and Resident members or $50 for other members. 

Continuing Education:
Each participant who completes the Webinar will earn 1.50 CE credit.

Continuing Education Disclaimer:
This Continuing Education Program provides attendees with a relevant and rewarding continuing education experience. However, neither the content of a course nor the use of specific products in any program should be construed as indicating endorsement or approval of the views presented or the products used by the AAO or by any of the respective subsidiaries. Speakers are required to disclose to participants any financial, commercial or promotional interest in a product or company that may influence their presentations; however, the AAO shall not be liable for a speaker’s failure to disclose such interest.

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