Douglas W. Beals, DDS, MS
LectureThis course is part of the Association for Continuing Dental Education Joint Live Webinar Series.
This course is part of the Association for Continuing Dental Education Joint Live Webinar Series*
Course Description
This presentation provides an overview of Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (ONJ) and Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (MRONJ), focusing on understanding its types, definitions, causes, and management strategies. Participants will learn to identify and describe the three primary types of ONJ and the core elements that define MRONJ. Dr. Beals will cover the indications for antiresorptive medications, exploring the mechanisms of action for drugs like Denosumab and Bisphosphonates, and detailing both anabolic and anti-catabolic medication categories.
Additionally, the presentation will cover the pathophysiology, stages, and predisposing factors of MRONJ, providing a solid foundation for understanding its progression and impact. It will also address treatment goals, the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) guidelines, and local wound care practices that promote healing.
Participants will examine the “4 Ds” of antiresorptive therapy, the delayed dosing protocol, and specialized decision-making tools, such as the extraction and MRONJ decision trees for Complex Dental Management and Assessment (CDMA) cases. Through these elements, the presentation aims to equip learners with practical strategies and evidence-based approaches for managing MRONJ in clinical settings.
Course Objectives
As a result of attending this course, participants should be able to:
- Identify and describe Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (ONJ) and Medication-Related ONJ (MRONJ).
- Explain the mechanisms of action and therapeutic uses of medication involved in managing Osteonecrosis of the Jaw, ONJ, including antieresorptive and anabolic agents.
- Discuss antiresorptive therapy and its guidelines.
- Recognize predisposing factors and treatment goals in MRONJ.
- Apply decision-making tools for extraction and MRONJ.
Instructor
Douglas Beals received his Bachelor of Science degree in 1988, his Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree in 1993 and his Master of Science degree in 1997 from The Ohio State University. He entered private practice in Scottsdale, Arizona in 1997. He is a Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon and a fellow of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.
Dr. Beals is currently an Associate Professor Oral Surgery at Midwestern University, College of Dental Medicine – Arizona. Dr. Beals joined the clinical faculty in 2015.
Disclosures:
- Dr. Beals has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
- The staff of the University of Washington Office of Continuing Dental Education have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
Course Logistics
DATE:
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
LOCATION:
Online Webinar
TARGET AUDIENCE:
All dental professionals
TIMES:
5:0pam – 6:30pm Pacific time
TUITION:
$59/Participant
CREDITS:
1.5 hours
*The University of Washington in conjunction with the Association for Continuing Dental Education (ACDE), along with 38 of its member schools jointly presents the “ACDE Webinar Series”
This series features university-based key opinion leaders presenting numerous topics on multiple dates and times. Presentations are available to meet every dental health care professional’s schedule and interests.
Conflict of Interest
In accordance with the ADA CERP Standard V., everyone involved in planning or presenting this educational activity will be required to disclose any relevant financial relationships with commercial interests and this information will be made available to participants at the start of the course.
As a continuing education provider, University of Washington Continuing Dental Education is responsible for ensuring the content, quality and scientific integrity of all continuing dental education activities for which credit is provided. The School is also responsible for taking steps to protect against and/or disclose any conflict of interest of the faculty/instructors presenting those courses.
Cancellation and Refunds
For this live webinar, a registration refund will be issued for cancellations received by Monday, May 12, 2025. Registration will remain open until the webinar begins – NO REFUNDS will be accepted once the webinar has begun. Cancellations must be received in email to dentalce@uw.edu The cancellation request must include: the name of the course, name of the person registered, name of the person requesting the cancellation, and the reason for the cancellation.
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