Instructor-Led Continuing Dental Education
RESTORATIVE DAY HANDS-ON WORKSHOP
Branson, MO
A full-day, in-person continuing education program featuring case-based instruction, clinical demonstration, and supervised hands-on participation in contemporary pediatric restorative dentistry.
8 CE HoursLecture and participation credit
In-Person InstructionA full day of instructor-led education
Clinical ParticipationSupervised practical exercises and instructor feedback
1:15 RatioLimited enrollment during participation activities
Course at a Glance
Workshop Overview
Everything you need to know before you register—from course logistics and continuing education credit to venue details and tuition.
Ridgedale, Missouri
4 CE Participation
Your Registration Includes
- 8 hours of continuing education credit
- Instructor-led, case-based lecture instruction
- Supervised hands-on participation
- Clinical demonstrations and instructor feedback
- Workshop materials and participation supplies
- Breakfast and lunch provided
Travel Planning
Traveling to the Branson area for the workshop? Additional venue, lodging, transportation, and local-area information is available in the Plan Your Visit section below.
Instructor-Led Continuing Dental Education
About NuSmile Academy
NuSmile Academy provides continuing dental education focused on pediatric restorative dentistry. Courses are led by experienced pediatric dental instructors and incorporate lecture, clinical case discussion, demonstration, and guided hands-on participation.
Workshop content examines clinical topics including treatment planning, restorative material selection, crown preparation and placement, pulp therapy, space maintenance, and troubleshooting. Small-group instruction gives participants opportunities to ask questions, discuss clinical considerations, and practice techniques introduced during the program under instructor supervision.
Each component of the program is structured around defined learning objectives designed to support clinical decision-making, material selection, procedural technique, and predictable restorative outcomes.
Learning Outcomes
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this continuing education program, participants should be able to:
1
Evaluate pediatric restorative cases using clinical findings, treatment-planning considerations, and patient-specific needs.
2
Compare restorative crown options and identify appropriate indications, preparation principles, and cementation considerations for each.
3
Select appropriate pulp-therapy materials and techniques based on the clinical presentation and treatment objective.
4
Demonstrate preparation and placement techniques for pediatric restorative crowns during supervised hands-on participation.
5
Apply clinical decision-making principles to space maintainer planning, selection, and placement.
6
Identify common restorative complications and formulate appropriate troubleshooting strategies.
Intended Audience
This continuing education program is designed for pediatric dentists, general dentists who provide care for pediatric patients, pediatric dental residents, dental faculty, and other licensed oral healthcare professionals seeking to expand their knowledge of contemporary pediatric restorative dentistry.
Suggested Prior Knowledge
Participants should possess foundational knowledge of dental anatomy, restorative dentistry, tooth preparation, pulp therapy, and routine clinical procedures. Previous experience providing restorative care to pediatric patients is suggested but not required.
In-Person Continuing Education
Course Format & Continuing Education
The Branson workshop combines instructor-led lecture, clinical demonstration, and supervised hands-on participation in contemporary pediatric restorative dentistry.
8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Instructor-Led Lecture
4 CE HoursParticipate in case-based instruction, clinical discussion, demonstrations, and instructor-guided review of contemporary pediatric restorative concepts.
1:00 PM–5:00 PM
Hands-On Participation
4 CE HoursApply course techniques through supervised exercises, direct instructor guidance, and individualized procedural feedback.
Workshop Format
This in-person educational program combines instructor-led lecture, clinical demonstration, and supervised hands-on participation.
Participants should plan to attend the complete workshop schedule to receive full continuing education credit.
Requirements for CE Credit
- Attend the complete instructor-led lecture session.
- Participate in the complete supervised hands-on session.
- Complete all required attendance documentation.
- Submit any required course evaluation.
8 Total Continuing Education Hours 4 CE Lecture + 4 CE Participation
Expert-Led Education
Meet the Course Instructors
Learn alongside experienced pediatric dental clinicians who bring practical clinical perspective, case-based instruction, and individualized guidance to the course.
Lead Course Instructor
Matthew Lucero, DMD
Lead NuSmile Academy Instructor
Dr. Matthew Lucero is a Denver-based pediatric dentist with clinical interests in pediatric restorative dentistry, including esthetic restorative techniques and zirconia crowns. His practice includes comprehensive dental care for infants, children, adolescents, and patients with special healthcare needs, with experience in restorative dentistry, sedation dentistry, and contemporary dental materials.
Dr. Lucero is an international lecturer who presents continuing education programs on pediatric restorative techniques and clinical applications. His professional interests include esthetic pediatric dentistry, restorative materials, and clinical education.
Areas of Instruction
Supporting Course Instructors
Supporting Course Instructor
David Harney, DDS, MS
NuSmile Academy Instructor
Dr. David Harney is a board-certified pediatric dentist and Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. A Texas native, he earned both his bachelor's and master's degrees in neuroscience before graduating with honors from Texas A&M University College of Dentistry.
He completed his pediatric dental residency at Children's National Medical Center in Washington, D.C., where he developed advanced clinical experience treating children and patients with special healthcare needs. At NuSmile Academy, Dr. Harney brings a thoughtful, systems-based approach to pediatric restorative techniques, patient-centered treatment planning, and confidence-building clinical care.
Areas of Instruction
Supporting Course Instructor
Miranda Kalaskey, DDS
NuSmile Academy Instructor
Dr. Miranda Kalaskey is a board-certified pediatric dentist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. She earned her DDS from West Virginia University, completed a General Practice Residency in New York, and completed her pediatric dentistry residency at East Carolina University.
Dr. Kalaskey has practiced in multiple states, providing comprehensive dental care for infants, children, adolescents, and patients with special healthcare needs. Her professional interests include pediatric restorative dentistry, dental materials, and clinical technique.
Areas of Instruction
Course Schedule
Workshop Agenda
A full day of instructor-led instruction, clinical case discussion, demonstration, and supervised hands-on participation focused on contemporary pediatric restorative care.
Saturday, April 17, 2027
7:00 AM–8:00 AM
Registration & Continental Breakfast
Check in, enjoy breakfast, meet the course instructors and fellow participants, and prepare for the day's educational activities. Breakfast is provided.
8:00 AM–12:00 PM
4 CE Lecture Hours Morning Lecture Session
Instructor-led, case-based instruction examining restorative treatment planning, material selection, clinical workflows, preparation principles, and predictable treatment techniques.
- Pediatric restorative diagnosis and treatment planning
- Crown selection, preparation, and cementation principles
- Resin-ceramic reinforced 3D printed crowns
- Zirconia and other esthetic pediatric crown restorations
- Flexible resin-modified pediatric crown materials and their clinical applications
- Pre-veneered and stainless-steel crowns
- Vital pulp therapy and contemporary bioceramic materials
- Space maintenance concepts and case selection
- Clinical case review, troubleshooting, and discussion
12:00 PM–1:00 PM
Lunch
Lunch is provided for registered participants.
1:00 PM–5:00 PM
4 CE Participation Hours Hands-On Participation
Participants will complete supervised clinical exercises with direct instructor guidance and opportunities to refine technique, ask questions, and apply concepts introduced during the morning lecture.
- Vital pulp therapy techniques using contemporary bioceramic materials
- Preparation and placement of resin-ceramic 3D printed crowns
- Zirconia crown preparation and placement techniques
- Preparation and placement techniques for flexible, pre-veneered, and stainless-steel pediatric crowns
- Efficient pediatric crown preparation workflows
- Space maintainer planning and placement
- Technique evaluation and individualized instructor feedback
Travel Information
Plan Your Visit
Prepare for your NuSmile Academy workshop with accommodation information and a selection of Ozarks experiences participants may choose to enjoy during their stay in the Branson and Ridgedale area.
Accommodations
Ridgedale, Missouri
Big Cedar Lodge
Located just south of Branson in the Ozark Mountains, Big Cedar Lodge is a wilderness resort overlooking Table Rock Lake. The property offers lodge rooms, cabins and cottages, multiple dining options, golf, spa services, and a broad range of outdoor and family-friendly activities in a scenic lakeside setting.
NuSmile Academy Room Block
Reserve Your Accommodations
A room block has been reserved for NuSmile Academy attendees. Use the group code and password below when booking through the hotel reservation portal.
Group Code BBAH448
Password ^o8Fn
After opening the reservation portal, enter the group code and password, select your arrival and departure dates, and follow the prompts to complete your reservation. Hotel reservations are separate from workshop registration and rooms are subject to availability.
- Address:
612 Devil's Pool Road
Ridgedale, MO 65739 - Scenic resort accommodations with on-site dining, golf, spa services, and access to Table Rock Lake activities.
- Participants are responsible for booking and paying for their own accommodations.
Explore Branson
April brings spring scenery and comfortable opportunities to explore the Ozarks. Extend your visit with panoramic Table Rock Lake views, outdoor recreation, live entertainment, local dining, and the shops and attractions of Branson's historic downtown.
Top of the Rock & Table Rock Lake
Enjoy sweeping lake and Ozark Mountain views, nature-focused attractions, golf, dining, and opportunities to experience the landscape surrounding Big Cedar Lodge.
Historic Downtown Branson
Browse local boutiques, restaurants, murals, and unique attractions along the walkable streets of downtown, or use the free downtown trolley to explore the area.
Information & Policies
Continuing Education Information
Review the course credit designation, provider information, participation requirements, and applicable educational disclosures before registering.
Total Credit 8 CE Hours
Lecture 4 CE Hours
Participation 4 CE Hours
Continuing Education Accreditation
Registration & Refund Policies
- Registration Cancellation & Refund Policy:
Participants may register up to the date of the course, provided space is available.
Course Cancellation or Rescheduling by NuSmile Academy: NuSmile Academy reserves the right to cancel or reschedule a course 30 days or more before the scheduled course date. Registration fees for cancelled courses will be fully refunded. If a course is rescheduled, participants may request a full refund within 30 days of the rescheduling notice. Personal expenses incurred due to course cancellation or rescheduling, including travel and lodging, are the responsibility of the participant and will not be reimbursed.
Participant Cancellation: Participants may cancel their registration 30 days or more before the course start date for a full refund. Cancellations made 10–29 days before the course start date are eligible for a refund less a 25% administrative fee, or participants may elect to receive a course credit valid for one year from the original course date. Cancellations made fewer than 10 days before the course start date are not eligible for a refund or course credit.
- AGD Subject Code: 430 – Pediatric Dentistry
NuSmile Academy Support
Questions About the Workshop?
Kalee is available to assist with registration, continuing education questions, student and resident participation, faculty attendance, certificates of completion, and general workshop information.
Workshop Assistance
Kalee Jonse
Education & Workshop Coordinator
Contact Kalee with questions regarding workshop registration, continuing education credit, attendance requirements, course evaluations, certificates of completion, or any aspect of your NuSmile Academy experience.
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Join Us in Branson
Reserve your place for a full day of instructor-led instruction and supervised hands-on participation on Saturday, April 17, 2027.
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