Dr. Fred S. Margolis
195 Arlington Hts. Rd.

Suite #150
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Style of Dentistry – Pediatric Dentist
Style of Presenting – Educate and Entertain

Upcoming Schedule | Lecture Topics | Course Comments

Dr. Fred Margolis received his B.S. and D.D.S. from The Ohio State University and his certificate in pediatric dentistry from the University of Illinois College of Dentistry.  Dr. Margolis is a Clinical Instructor at Loyola University’s Oral Health Center and an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois College of Dentistry.  He is a fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy, International College of Dentists, American College of Dentists, Academy of Dentistry International, and the Odontographic Society.  He is the International Editor of the Alpha Omega Dental Fraternity.  He has received a Mastership in laser dentistry from both the World Clinical Laser Institute and the Academy of Laser Dentistry. 

Dr. Margolis is director of the Institute for Advanced Dental Education and has lectured both nationally and internationally.  He has been a consultant to the ADA’s Council on Dental Practice and an ADA Seminar Series Lecturer.  He is most proud of the “Distinguished Member of 2005” awarded by the Illinois State Dental Society.  He was recently selected by Dentistry Today Journal as a "top clinician in continuing education for 2010."  He has had many articles published in both lay and professional journals. 

Fred is the author of Beautiful Smiles for Special People, a course manual for working with disabled patients.  He is co-author of Pediatric Laser Dentistry, which will be published later this year by Quintessence. Dr. Margolis is in full-time private practice of pediatric dentistry in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. 

Upcoming Schedule

Date	Location	Group	Lecture

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Lecture Topics

“Lasers: The ‘Star Wars’ of Dentistry”
This live presentation will teach how lasers can “revolutionize” your practice.  This “live” presentation course will teach the participant how lasers work in the everyday practice of dentistry.  Clinical cases will be shown to compare the differences in cavity preparation with the Erbium laser procedures versus the high-speed handpiece and air abrasion. Learn from a Master in Laser Dentistry how to provide “laser analgesia” in 30 seconds—no more shots! Soft tissue procedures will be illustrated with Erbium and Diode lasers. Diagnostic, preventive and restorative techniques for children will be discussed.

"Esthetic Dentistry for Children”

Today's parents demand the restoration of their children and teen’s teeth for function and esthetics. Self-image of our patients is very important. Glass ionomers, resinomers, composites, and various types of crowns will be illustrated on children and adolescents. Esthetic facings for stainless steel crowns will be illustrated and chairside/laboratory steps necessary will be given. Treatment planning of these restorations will be taught, as well as the proper tooth preparation and steps necessary for esthetic, long-lasting restorations. Esthetic space maintainers will be shown and the participant will learn the ease with which these can be fabricated. Use of various matrices for interproximal restorations will be discussed. Enamel microabrasion, direct-bonded and porcelain veneers will be shown for esthetics for our teenage patients. Both traditional and Erbium Laser preparations will be illustrated. Utilizing slides and videos, step-by-step procedures will be shown.

“Traumatic Injuries of the Primary and Permanent Teeth” 
Using patient's photos, radiographs, and case histories, various types of traumatic injuries and their treatment will be reviewed. Invulsions, dislocations, avulsions and the Ellis Classification of traumatic injuries will be discussed. Various radiographic techniques for hard and soft tissue injuries will be illustrated. The protocol for reimplantation of permanent incisors, including various splinting mechanisms will be covered. The dark primary incisor and treatment of trauma to primary teeth will be discussed. Pulp therapies of traumatically injured teeth will also be reviewed.

“Interceptive and Minor Orthodontics” 
In this course the participant will learn the rationale behind early interceptive and minor orthodontic treatment. The participant will learn how to diagnose and treat orthodontic problems in the early mixed dentition stage of development. The hands-on portion will review "Mixed Dentition Analysis" and teach orthodontic band selection, seating, cementation, and removal. Interceptive and minor orthodontic treatment will be taught in a step-by-step approach so that the participant will be able to utilize the practical knowledge. Utilizing slides, models, and videotapes, the participant will learn how to diagnose, treat, prescribe to the laboratory, and adjust both removable and fixed orthodontic appliances.

“Dentistry for the Specially Challenged Patient” 

This multi-media presentation is to inform dentists, hygienists, and dental assistants, who have an interest in treating the disabled and/or elderly patient, how the practice of dentistry can be modified to provide for the needs of these patients. This course will enable the dental team to better serve a population that desperately needs our help. Techniques for working with cognitively impaired patients will be discussed. Definitions and demographics of various types of disabilities will also be discussed.
During the discussion there will be three main areas of concern addressed. The first will be on treatment modifications for the special and geriatric patient. Both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic methods of behavior modification will be illustrated and discussed. The second area will be preventive techniques. The participants will learn how to practice and teach preventive dentistry for the disabled and geriatric patients. The third area of concern is oral habits related to the disabled and geriatric patients.

“Pediatric Oral Pathology: The ‘Red, White, and Blue”
Many oral lesions commonly seen in infants, children and teenagers can and should be diagnosed by the dentist. Hygienists and other allied health care professionals should be made aware of these pathological conditions. Some of these lesions are self-limiting and do not need treatment. Others can be treated symptomatically and still others require prescription medications. This presentation will also illustrate the use of the Erbium laser in treating some of the lesions and conditions.

“The Ultimate Laser Course for Dentists and Hygienists”

This 2-day educationally packed course in laser dentistry will teach you the best ways to maximize the value of your investment in laser technology. You will learn by modern educational methods of combining seminars with hands-on education. You will watch by closed-circuit television live laser dentistry performed by experienced laser users. Our goal is to teach you how laser dentistry will allow you to have less stress and be more productive.

Who is this Laser Training Program for? This course is for the new laser owner who desires to quick-start his/her laser practice AND the laser dentist or Hygienist who wants to increase their knowledge and expertise on various aspects of hard and soft tissue laser dentistry. This course includes the Standard Certification Course of the Academy of Laser Dentistry (ALD). Dr. Margolis has Educator Status with the ALD and is proud to offer this certification to the attendees.

“BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION TECHNIQUES FOR THE PEDIATRIC DENTAL PATIENT”

Utilizing slides, real-life anecdotes, and videotapes the participant will learn how to utilize various techniques to teach the patient that dentistry does not have to be fearful and can even be fun! The welcome letter and a computer-generated personalized book about going to the dentist are great beginnings for the first time patients. When to have parents in the operatory and how to utilize familiar objects will be illustrated. How to assess the child's potential behavior will be taught. Radiographic techniques will be covered. Vocal intonation, mouthprops, body wraps, and rubber dam techniques will be reviewed. Various techniques for giving "painless" injections will be illustrated. Both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic techniques will be discussed, including nitrous oxide sedation.

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Course Comments

"I just wanted to thank you. Last night's meeting was great. I heard nothing but great comments on your talk." -- Paul Levine, President, Milwaukee Chapter, Alpha Omega Dental Fraternity
"THANK YOU SO MUCH for a very wonderful, informative presentation! I think everyone really enjoyed themselves."
- Carole Landman-Feingold, President, Illinois Chapter, Alpha Omega Dental Fraternity

"Thanks for a super presentation!"
- Oliver Favelli, pediatric dentist

We were fortunate to have as our speaker Dr. Fred Margolis, who is not only a fine clinician, but also an excellent teacher."
- Sy Wachtenheim, DDS, President IAGD

"As an educator, clinician and advocate for children’s oral healthcare I applaud you and your efforts. I will certainly present your name and website to our California Society of Pediatric Dentistry, Western Society of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry for consideration for future continuing education presentations. You have a lot to offer and I feel we need to learn from your experiences."
- Richard P. Mungo, D.D.S.,M.S.D.,M.Ed.,F.A.C.D., AAPD Trustee

"What a great event we did! I was pleased with the outcome of the program, and it seemed to be well accepted by the audience."
- Gordon Christensen

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