International Comprehensive Multidisciplinary Management of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMDs) Conference

International Comprehensive Multidisciplinary Management of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMDs) Conference is organized by Treat TMD Conference Inc and will be held from Sep 19 - 21, 2025 at Bellagio Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America.

Earn 24 CE credits at our conference, provided in association with the Pacific Coast Society for Prosthodontics (PCSP), an ADA CERP recognized provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association designed to help dental professionals identify quality providers of continuing dental education.

Description:
The conference features a rich blend of didactic lectures, hands-on workshops, and interactive panel discussions, creating a dynamic and collaborative learning environment. We delve into the complexities of TMJ anatomy and biomechanics, enhancing participants' diagnostic and treatment capabilities. Key topics like Differential Diagnosis, Disc Displacement, Dental Occlusion, and Bruxism are thoroughly explored, reflecting the latest research and clinical practices.

Additionally, we will address the critical role of psychological factors in TMD management, with expert-led discussions on neuropathic pain and psychological treatments. Practical applications are a focal point, with sessions on Medical Imaging, Dry Needling, and innovative techniques for managing Tinnitus, equipping participants with cutting-edge skills. This multidisciplinary approach is indispensable for dentists, physiotherapists, psychologists, and other healthcare professionals eager to advance their understanding and management of TMD, ensuring they are up-to-date with the latest research and clinical practices.

Attendees will learn these 5 critical skills:

• Deeply Understand How TMJ Works
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of TMD, including how it develops, the various ways it can present, and the contributing factors involved.
• Musculoskeletal Assessment
• Recognize how dental and musculoskeletal aspects fit together and the roles that each practitioner plays in TMD treatment.
• Confidently Diagnose Patients
• Learn to identify occlusal issues, parafunctional habits, and musculoskeletal imbalances that contribute to TMD.
• Build Comprehensive Care Plans
• Understand how to apply your new multidisciplinary TMD knowledge to patients in the real world
• clinical scenarios.
• Develop a Collaborative Network
• Discover how building a strong provider network can enhance patient outcomes and improve the continuity of care, leading to a better overall treatment experience.

What are the benefits of attending a TMD seminar?

• Master the complexities of TMD treatment and confidently expand your practice.
• Gain a deep understanding of oral structures to effectively address TMJ disorders.
• Equip yourself with comprehensive and a more practical training to meet the growing demand for TMD care.

AGENDA:
Day 1: Friday, September 19, 2025

8:00–9:00 AM: Breakfast and Networking

9:00–9:30 AM: Introduction to the Conference and Welcome Address
Speaker: Mrs. Kate Nejadkazemi

Session 1: Foundational Didactics

9:30–10:15 AM: The Importance of Multidisciplinary Practice in TMD/OFP: Multidisciplinary or Interdisciplinary?
Speaker: Mrs. Kate Nejadkazemi

10:15–11:00 AM: TMJ Anatomy and Biomechanics
Speaker: Dr. Gary Heir

11:00–11:45 AM: Sleep in Orofacial Pain
Speaker: Dr. Ian Boggero

12:00–1:00 PM: Lunch-and-Learn with Oral and Poster Presentations

Session 2: Didactics Continued

1:00–1:45 PM: Differential Diagnosis
Speaker: Dr. Gary Heir

1:45–2:30 PM: Definition, Prevalence, and Diagnosis of Disc Displacement
Speaker: Mr. Steve Kraus

2:30– 3:15 PM: Assessment of the Cranio-Cervical Spine and Postural Assessment: Factors Causing Pain in the Region Not Including the TMJ
Speaker: Dr. Jeff Mannheimer

3:15-4:00 PM: Dental Occlusion and Bruxism
Speaker: Dr. Mike Racich

4:00–5:00 PM: Panel Discussion (All Speakers)

Day 2: Saturday, September 20, 2025
8:00–9:00 AM: Breakfast and Networking

Session 3: Clinical Applications and Advanced Didactics
9:00–9:45 AM: Headaches
Speaker: Dr. Gary Heir

9:45–10:30 AM: Psychological Treatments and Referrals
Speaker: Dr. Ian Boggero

10:30–11:15 AM: Causes, Consequences, Risk Factors, and Management of Disc Displacement
Speaker: Mr. Steve Kraus

11:15–12:00 PM: Dental Evaluation and Documentation (Centric Relations)
Speaker: Dr. Mike Racich

12:00–1:00 PM: Lunch-and-Learn with Oral and Poster Presentations

Session 4: Introducing Practical Applications

1:00–1:45 PM: Medical Imaging in Orofacial Pain and TMD
Speaker: Dr. Gary Heir

1:45–2:30 PM: Dry Needling
Speaker: Dr. Moreza Bahar

2:30–3:15 PM: Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Treatment of Tinnitus
Speaker: Dr. Jeff Mannheimer

3:15 – 4:00 PM: Assessment of Psychological Issues in TMD and OFP
Speaker: Dr. Ian Boggero

4:00–5:00 PM: Panel Discussion (All Speakers)

Day 3: Sunday, September 21, 2025
8:00–9:00 AM: Breakfast and Networking

Session 5: Integrated Practices and Case-Based Learning

9:00–10:00 AM: Neuropathic Pain - Bruxism
Speaker: Dr. Gary Heir

10:00–11:00 AM: Techniques to Treat Myalgia in TMD: Manual and Electrical Treatment
Speaker: Dr. Moreza Bahar

11:00–12:00 PM: Practical Session on Assessment and Treatment of Disc Displacement
Speaker: Mr. Steve Kraus

12:00–1:00 PM: Lunch-and-Learn with Oral and Poster Presentations

Session 6: Patient-Centered Strategies and Practical Techniques

1:00–2:00 PM: Clinical Interviewing for TMD and OFP Patients
Speaker: Dr. Ian Boggero

2:00–3:00 PM: Assessment and Adjunctive Treatment of Eustachian Tube Dysfunction, Tinnitus, and Vagus Nerve Stimulation
Speaker: Dr. Jeff Mannheimer

3:00–4:00 PM: Oral Examination and Orthotics
Speaker: Dr. Mike Racich

4:00–5:30 PM: Panel Discussion and Closing Remarks (All Speakers)