Detroit Dental Clinic Club Periodontal Section
“Lesions of The Jaws from Odontogenic and Non-odontogenic Origin”
BY
James Geist, D.D.S., M.S.
Dr. James Geist is a Professor in the Department of Biomedical and Diagnostic Sciences at the University of Detroit-Mercy, School of Dentistry. Dr. Geist teaches courses in Radiology, General Pathology and Oral Pathology to dental hygiene, dental, and graduate students. He also serves as Director of the Oral and Maxillofacial Imaging Center at the University. Dr. Geist received his DDS degree from the University of Illinois and an M.S. degree in Oral Pathology from Indiana University. He is a past president of the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, and the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology.
May 2 2019
Detroit Dental Clinic Periodontal Club
“ Immediate vs. Delayed Implant Placement”
Samir F. Zakaria, D.D.S., M.S.D.
Dr. Zakaria is a State Board Certified Periodontist as well as a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. Dr. Zakaria received his Certificate of Periodontics and Master of Dental Science degree from Indiana University, School of Dentistry and his Doctor of Dental Surgery from University of Detroit-Mercy School of Dentistry.
He has been involved in Dental Implants & Periodontal Plastic Surgery since 1992.
Dr. Zakaria has been teaching at University of Detroit-Mercy School of Dentistry since 1997 and Indiana University School of Dentistry from 1992-1996. He has lectured extensively locally, nationally, and internationally for the last 22 years.
Dr. Zakaria was awarded Exemplary Teaching Award from the Periodontics Department at Indiana University School of Dentistry.
March 21, 2019
Detroit Dental Clinic Periodontal Club
“Periodontal and Implant Treatments: Fact or Fiction”
Samir F. Zakaria, D.D.S., M.S.D.
Dr. Zakaria is a State Board Certified Periodontist, as well as a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. Dr. Zakaria received his Certificate of Periodontics and Master of Dental Science degree from Indiana University School of Dentistry and his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Detroit-Mercy School of Dentistry.
He has been involved in Dental Implants & Periodontal Plastic Surgery since 1992.
Dr. Zakaria has been teaching at University of Detroit-Mercy School of Dentistry since 1997 and Indiana University School of Dentistry from 1992-1996. He has lectured extensively locally, nationally, and internationally for the last 22 years.
Dr. Zakaria was awarded Exemplary Teaching Award from the Periodontics Department at Indiana University School of Dentistry.
November 8, 2018
Detroit Dental Clinic Periodontal Club
“3 D Endodontics: Cone Beam-Computed Tomography (CBCT)”
By
Sarmad M. Alyas-Askar, D.D.S.,M.S.D
Dr. Askar grew up in Baghdad, Iraq. Dr. Askar knew from an early age that he – like his father and mother – would thrive in the dental field. Immediately after finishing high school, he moved to the United States and earned his Bachelors of Science in Biology from Calvin College. Dr. Askar continued his education at Wayne State University to earn a Masters of Science in Basic Medical Sciences. He then attended the University of Detroit-Mercy School of Dentistry where he received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery and graduated with High Distinction in 2013.
Following his graduation, he completed a one-year general practice residency at Summa Health Hospital in Ohio, where he treated medically compromised patients and performed a wide variety of esthetic, surgical and endodontic dental procedures.
In 2016, Dr. Askar completed a two-year residency in Endodontics at Indiana University School of Dentistry and received his Masters of Science in Dentistry and his Certificate of Endodontics. During his specialty training, Dr. Askar was involved in regenerative endodontics. He was invited to present his research topic “Direct and indirect antibacterial effects of various concentrations of triple antibiotic pastes loaded in a methylcellulose system” at the American Associate of Endodontists 2016 annual session. Later that year, his research work was recognized and published.
Dr. Askar is a member of the American Dental Association, the Michigan Dental Association, the Michigan Association of Endodontics, the American Association of Endodontists, and is Board-eligible with the American Board of Endodontics.
October 4, 2018
Detroit Dental Clinic Periodontal Club
“Understanding The New Classification of Periodontal and
Peri-Implant Diseases and Conditions”
The new Classifications were developed by the American Academy of Periodontology and the European Federation of periodontology and were published June 26, 2018.
By
Samir F. Zakaria, D.D.S., M.S.D.
Dr. Zakaria is a State Board Certified Periodontist as well as a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. Dr. Zakaria received his Certificate of Periodontics and Master of Dental Science degree from Indiana University, School of Dentistry and his Doctor of Dental Surgery from University of Detroit-Mercy School of Dentistry.
He has been involved in Dental Implants & Periodontal Plastic Surgery since 1992.
Dr. Zakaria has been teaching at University of Detroit-Mercy School of Dentistry since 1997 and Indiana University School of Dentistry from 1992-1996. He has lectured extensively locally, nationally, and internationally for the last 22 years.
Dr. Zakaria was awarded Exemplary Teaching Award from the Periodontics Department at Indiana University School of Dentistry.
May 3, 2018
Detroit Dental Clinic Periodontal Club
“Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Diabetes But Were Afraid To Ask”
By
George Grunberger, MD, FACP, FACE
George Grunberger, MD, FACP, FACE is the chairman of Grunberger Diabetes Institute in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Dr. Grunberger, is also Clinical Professor of Internal Medicine and of Molecular Medicine & Genetics at Wayne State University School of Medicine, Professor of Internal Medicine at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine as well as Visiting Professor at First Faculty of Medicine at Charles University in Prague (Czech Republic).
Before establishing GDI in 2002, Dr. Grunberger was Director of the Diabetes Program at the Detroit Medical Center for 16 years and the Medical Director of Wayne State University’s Morris J. Hood Comprehensive Diabetes Center. Dr. Grunberger held tenured Full Professor appointments at the University in Department of Internal Medicine and in the Center for Molecular Medicine and Genetics since 1986. Between 1997 and 2001 he was Henry L. Brasza Director of the Center for Molecular Medicine and Genetics. Prior to that Dr. Grunberger served as interim Chairman of the Department of Internal Medicine and Physician-in-Chief of the Detroit Medical Center. Dr. Grunberger came to Detroit from the Diabetes Branch (at NIDDK) of the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD. Dr. Grunberger received his internal medicine training at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, OH, his medical (M.D.) training at the New York University School of Medicine and his bachelor’s degree (in biochemistry) at Columbia College of Columbia University, also in New York City.
Dr. Grunberger has published over 150 peer-reviewed manuscripts as well as review articles, abstracts and book chapters. His research interests have spanned the spectrum of subjects related to diabetes and its complications, from basic studies on molecular underpinning of insulin action and insulin resistance to clinical research studies on many aspects of diabetes and its management.
Dr. Grunberger has been an active member of many professional organizations where he has held elected positions of leadership. He is currently the Past President of American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists and President Elect of the American College of Endocrinology. He is a co-editor of two international diabetes journals. Dr. Grunberger has served as an educator of medical students, interns, residents, endocrinology fellows, master’s and Ph.D. candidates, and junior faculty over the past 35 years.
March 22, 2018
Detroit Dental Clinic Periodontal Club
Stay Safe and Keep Smiling
By
Gregory Elliott, D.D.S.
Dr. Gregory Elliott graduated from the University of Detroit School of Dentistry. Dr. Elliott received his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan Dearborn. He is a member of several dental professional organizations, including the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the Michigan Dental Association, and the American Dental Association. Dr. Elliot has been an active member of the Detroit Dental Clinic Club and subsequently, Detroit Dental Clinic Periodontal Club. He performs a full range of cosmetic procedures, including Cerec crowns, veneers, bridges, and tooth-colored fillings.
November 9, 2017
Detroit Dental Clinic Periodontal Club
Oral Medicine Updates
By
Rose Geist, D.D,S., M.S.
Associate Professor
Department of Biomedical and Diagnostic Sciences,
University of Detroit School of Dentistry since 2004
Dr. Geist holds a DDS degree from the University of Detroit and Master in Science from Indiana University. She teaches Oral Diagnosis and Radiology and Oral Medicine courses for undergraduate and graduate dental students. Additional responsibilities include Oral Medicine/Oral Pathology consultation for undergraduate and graduate dental clinics. She has been a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Medicine since 1992 and provides diagnosis and management services for referred patients with various oral diseases. Her interests focus on educational research in integrated oral health. She has published numerous papers and book chapters.
October 3, 2017
Detroit Dental Clinic Periodontal Club
“Understanding The Sinus Elevation Procedures, Indications, Contraindications, Anatomy and Complications”
By
Samir F. Zakaria, D.D.S., M.S.D.
Dr. Zakaria is a State Board Certified Periodontist, as well as a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. Dr. Zakaria received his Certificate of Periodontics and Master of Dental Science degree from Indiana University, School of Dentistry and his Doctor of Dental Surgery from University of Detroit-Mercy School of Dentistry.
He has been involved in Dental Implants & Periodontal Plastic Surgery since 1992.
Dr. Zakaria has been teaching at University of Detroit-Mercy School of Dentistry since 1997 and Indiana University School of Dentistry from 1992-1996. He has lectured extensively locally, nationally, and internationally for the last 22 years.
Dr. Zakaria was awarded Exemplary Teaching Award from the Periodontics Department at Indiana University School of Dentistry.
July 22, 2017
A Roundtable Discussion with Dr. Zakaria
Understanding The Treatment of The Recession & the Loss of Ginival Tissue Around Teeth and Implants
Discussion on The Pinhole Technique ( Long term )
Seating is limited so reserve early
June 22, 2017
A Roundtable Discussion with Dr. Zakaria
Understanding The Treatment of The Recession & the Loss of Ginival Tissue Around Teeth and Implants
Seating is limited so reserve early.
May 11, 2017
Detroit Dental Clinic Periodontal Club
The Effectiveness & Limitations of
The Non-Surgical Treatment of Periodontal Disease (Part II)
(Subgingival Irrigation, Local Delivery of Antibiotics, Lasers & How to Improve Your Program)
By
Samir F. Zakaria, D.D.S., M.S.D.
March 27, 2017
Detroit Dental Clinic Periodontal Club
The Effectiveness & Limitations of
The Non-Surgical Treatment of Periodontal Disease
By
Samir F. Zakaria, D.D.S., M.S.D.
January 26, 2017
A Roundtable Discussion with Dr. Zakaria
Understanding The long term prognosis of Perio-restorative involved teeth
Seating is limited so reserve early.
November 7, 2016
Detroit Dental Clinic Periodontal Club
When to Save Teeth & When to Place implants
By
Samir F. Zakaria, D.D.S., M.S.D.
September 14, 2016
Detroit Dental Clinic Club Periodontal Section
“Creating Endodontic Success”- Tips on treatment and Case Selection “
By
Dr. Rachel Stockhausen
September 16, 2016
Detroit District Dental Society – Western Branch
“Minimally Invasive Flapless Connective Tissue Grafts”
(No Flap Reflection)
By: Samir F. Zakaria, D.D.S., M.S.D.
Dr. Zakaria is a State Board Certified Periodontist, as well as a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. Dr. Zakaria received his Certificate of Periodontics, and Master of Dental Science degree from Indiana University, School of Dentistry, and his Doctor of Dental surgery from University of Detroit -Mercy School of Dentistry. Dr. Zakaria has been involved in Dental Implants & Periodontal plastic surgery since 1992. Dr. Zakaria has been teaching at the University of Detroit-Mercy School of dentistry since 1997, and Indiana University school of Dentistry from 1991-1996. Dr.Zakaria has lectured extensively locally, nationally and internationally for the last 15 years. Dr. Zakaria was awarded Exemplary Teaching Award from the Periodontics Department at Indiana University School of Dentistry.
March 24, 2016
DETROIT DENTAL CLINIC CLUB PERIODONTAL SECTION
“Accuracy of Cone Beam CT for Implants & CT Applications in
the Diagnosis and Treatment of Everyday Dental Challenges”
By: James Geist, D.D.S., M.S.
Dr. James Geist is a Professor in the Department of Biomedical and Diagnostic Sciences at the University of Detroit-Mercy, School of Dentistry. Dr. Geist teaches courses in Radiology, General Pathology and Oral Pathology to dental hygiene, dental, and graduate students. He also serves as Director of the Oral and Maxillofacial Imaging Center at the University. Dr. Geist received his DDS degree from the University of Illinois and an M.S. degree in Oral Pathology from Indiana University. He is a past president of the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, and the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology.
Location: Plum Hollow Country Club
December 15, 2015
A Roundtable Discussion with Dr. Zakaria
Latest Advances in Periodontics & Dental Implants
December 3, 2015
A Roundtable Discussion with Dr. Zakaria
Latest Advances in Periodontics & Dental Implants
Seating is limited so reserve early.
Dr. Zakaria is a State Board Certified Periodontist, as well as a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. Dr. Zakaria received his Certificate of Periodontics, and Master of Dental Science degree from Indiana University, School of Dentistry, and his Doctor of Dental surgery from University of Detroit-Mercy School of Dentistry.
Dr. Zakaria has been involved in Dental Implants & Periodontal plastic surgery since 1992. Dr. Zakaria has been teaching at University of Detroit- Mercy School of dentistry since 1997, and Indiana University school of Dentistry from 1992-1996. Dr. Zakaria has lectured extensively locally nationally and internationally for the last 15 years.
Dr. Zakaria was awarded Exemplary Teaching Award from the Periodontics Department, at Indiana University School of Dentistry.
September 14, 2016
Diagnosis and Treatment of Periodontal-Endodontic lesions
By
Dr. Rachel Stockhausen
Dr. Rachel Stockhausen attended Indiana University and was granted early admission into dental school at the University of Detroit-Mercy in 1998, Dr. Stockhausen then practiced as a general dentist in the Metro Detroit area for 5 years. She furthered her education at the University Of Connecticut School Of Dental Medicine by specializing in their endodontic program where, during her residency, she was chosen to be the Chief Resident. After completing her specialty training in 2010 she returned to practice in Michigan where she now lives in Northville with her husband, Ryan Wright and their son Jonathan.
Dr. Stockhausen was the recipient of the New Dentist Award for Excellence in 2007. She is a member of the American Dental Association, the Michigan Dental Association, the Michigan Association of Endodontics, the American Association of Endodontics, Zeta Tau Alpha and was induced into the prestigious Pierre Fauchard Academy. She is the president of the Western Branch of the Detroit District Dental Society and the Secretary of the Detroit District Dental Society.
September 8, 2015
“Implants in the Esthetics Zone
(Anterior Implants)
Success, Challenges, Expectations and Limitations.”
By Samir F. Zakaria, D.D.S., M.S.D.
This meeting is open to hygienists.
As you are aware 2 credit hours will be awarded at the end of the meeting.
May 7, 2015
” Digital Impressions (Scanning) in Restorative Practice”
By Michael P. Girskis D.D.S., M.S.
Dr. Michael P. Girskis received his undergraduate dental education at The University of Michigan School of Dentistry in 1983. He completed a General Practice Residency at the Sinai Hospital of Detroit in 1984 and completed a residency in Prosthodontics at The University of Michigan in 1986. He is a Fellow of the International Congress of Prosthodontics, American Dental Association and numerous local dental societies. His practice has been limited to Prosthodontics since 1986. Dr. Girskis was named the head coach of Ann Arbor Gabriel High School.
The presentation will include a hands on demonstration with the help of Dobbs Dental Ceramics, and Henry Schein.
March 26, 2015
“Management of Pain Without The Use of Narcotics”
By W. Choong Foong, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Biomedical Sciences
W. Choong Foong, B.Sc. (Honours), Ph.D., Associate Professor, Department of Biomedical Sciences,
earned his B.Sc. (Hons.) and Ph.D. in Pharmacology form the, School of Pharmacy, Portsmouth University (England).
He then joined the Dalhousie University for two consecutive Post-Doctoral Fellowships in Biopharmaceutics and Dental
Materials. He currently teaches graduate and undergraduate pharmacology and therapeutics in the nursing, dental,
and dental hygiene programs. Dr. Foong also participates in clinical teaching, providing chair-side pharmacology
and therapeutics instruction.
November 13, 2014
“Vertical, Horizontal Ridge Augmentation and Implant Placement”
By Samir F. Zakaria, D.D.S., M.S.D.
Dr. Zakaria is a State Board Certified Periodontist, as well as a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. Dr. Zakaria received his Certificate of Periodontics, and Master of Dental Science degree from Indiana University, School of Dentistry, and his Doctor of Dental surgery from University of Detroit -Mercy School of Dentistry. Dr. Zakaria has been involved in Dental Implants & Periodontal plastic surgery since 1992. Dr. Zakaria has been teaching at the University of Detroit-Mercy School of dentistry since 1997, and Indiana University school of Dentistry from 1991-1996. Dr.Zakaria has lectured extensively locally, nationally and internationally for the last 15 years. Dr. Zakaria was awarded Exemplary Teaching Award from the Periodontics Department at Indiana University School of Dentistry.
October 9, 2014
“Minimally Invasive Flapless Connective Tissue Grafts”
(No Flap Reflection)
By: Samir F. Zakaria, D.D.S., M.S.D.
Dr. Zakaria is a State Board Certified Periodontist, as well as a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. Dr. Zakaria received his Certificate of Periodontics, and Master of Dental Science degree from Indiana University, School of Dentistry, and his Doctor of Dental surgery from University of Detroit -Mercy School of Dentistry. Dr. Zakaria has been involved in Dental Implants & Periodontal plastic surgery since 1992. Dr. Zakaria has been teaching at the University of Detroit-Mercy School of dentistry since 1997, and Indiana University school of Dentistry from 1991-1996. Dr.Zakaria has lectured extensively locally, nationally and internationally for the last 15 years. Dr. Zakaria was awarded Exemplary Teaching Award from the Periodontics Department at Indiana University School of Dentistry.