Two-Day Comprehensive Pediatric Dentistry Masterclass
Accreditation : 16 CE (The event will take place according to the
headnotes of German Dental Association (BZÄK) / German Society of
Dento-Maxillo-Facial Sciences (DGZMK) / National Association of
Statutory Health Insurance Dentists (KZBV) (status 10/2005, valid from 01/2006)
Date & Location : 04 & 05 April 2025 – Frankfurt a.M. Germany
Format: Theory + Clinical Protocols + Practical Orientation
Target Audience: Pediatric Dentists, General Dentists treating children, Residents
Speaker : Dr. Ziad D. Baghdadi, DDS, PD, MS, PhD, MPH, FRCD(C)
Diplomate, American & Canadian Boards of Pediatric Dentistry Associate Professor,
University of Manitoba, Canada
DAY 1 — Nitrous Oxide Sedation in Pediatric Dentistry: Time: 10:00 – 18.00 (8 Hours)
10:00 – 10:30 | Introduction & Course Orientation -Definition of minimal (conscious) sedation -Scope of nitrous oxide use in pediatric dentistry -Legal & ethical responsibilities of the dentist and dental team -Documentation, consent, and medico-legal protection
10:30 – 11:30 | Pediatric Airway & Physiology -Pediatric airway anatomy vs adults -Respiratory and cardiovascular physiology in children -Oxygen transport and gas exchange -Physiological effects of nitrous oxide in pediatric patients
11:30 – 11:45 | Coffee Break
11:45 – 12:45 | Pharmacology of Nitrous Oxide -Mechanism of action -Onset, peak effect, and elimination -Titration principles and therapeutic window -Drug interactions in pediatric patients -Diffusion hypoxia and environmental safety
12:45 – 13:45 | Indications & Case Selection -Anxiety management -Gag reflex control -Minimally invasive pediatric procedures -Use in children with ASD / ADHD -Integration with behavioral guidance techniques
13:45 – 14:30 | Lunch Break
14:30 – 15:30 | Contraindications & Risk Stratification -Absolute contraindications (pneumothorax, bowel obstruction, middle ear pathology, etc.) -Relative contraindications (URTI, pregnancy, B12 deficiency) -ASA classification (ASA I–II) -When to refer to an anesthesiologist
15:30 – 16:30 | Pre-Sedation Assessment & Preparation -Medical and dental history checklist -Anxiety scoring in children -Physical examination -Weight-based considerations -Parent instructions and informed consent
16:30 – 16:45 | Break
16:45 – 17:45 | Sedation Protocol & Monitoring -Step-by-step sedation workflow -Equipment setup and mask selection -Oxygenation and titration (10% increments) -Monitoring standards (pulse oximetry, respiration, behavior)
-Avoiding deep sedation -Oxygen flush and discharge criteria
17:45 – 18:00 | Day 1 Assessment
MCQ knowledge check
Case-based discussion
Q&A
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DAY 2 — Restorative Pediatric Dentistry with Emphasis on Zirconia Crowns 10:00 – 18.00 (8 Hours)
10:00 – 11:00 | Full-Coverage Restorations in Pediatric Dentistry -When does a child need full-coverage restorations? -Clinical decision-making -Caries risk, tooth structure loss, and behavior considerations
11:00 – 11:15 | Break
11:15 – 12:15 | Stainless Steel Crowns (SSCs) and Pre-Veneered SSCs -Indications and limitations -Error-free preparation -Common mistakes and how to avoid them -SSC vs zirconia: clinical comparison
12:15 – 13:15 | Zirconia Crowns — Core Focus -Indications of zirconia crowns (anterior & posterior) -Advantages over SSC and veneered crowns -Case selection and treatment planning -Armamentarium and materials
13:15 – 14:00 | Lunch Break
14:00 – 15:15 | Mastering Zirconia Crowns: Step-by-Step -Tooth preparation principles -Occlusal, axial, and marginal reduction -Crown size selection (trial & error technique) Cementation protocols -Managing gingiva and moisture control -Clinical tips for long-term success
15:15 – 15:30 | Break
15:30 – 16:15 | Advanced Pediatric Restorative Concepts -Veneered crowns: indications & limitations -Fiber glass crowns -Post & core in primary teeth -Modified fixed partial dentures -Removable/fixed pediatric prosthetic options
16:15 – 17:30 | Hands-On / Practical Workshop Orientation: (Live demo or guided practical depending on setup)
*Zirconia crown preparation on pediatric casts
*Crown size selection and fit assessment
*Stainless steel vs zirconia crown comparison
*Common errors and troubleshooting
17:30 – 18:00 | Course Wrap-Up -Case-based discussions -Clinical pearls -Final Q&A -Certificate of completion
Outcome of the 2-Day Course
By the end of this masterclass, participants will be able to:
1. Safely and confidently implement nitrous oxide sedation in pediatric dentistry
2. Select appropriate pediatric patients for sedation
3. Master full-coverage restorations, with strong clinical confidence in zirconia crowns
4. Integrate behavior management, sedation, and restorative excellence in daily practice