January 15–17, 2027 · Ancaster, Ontario
Foundations of Functional Occlusion
A Three-Day Hands-On Introduction to Functional Diagnosis and Occlusal Therapy
Course Description
From examination to myopathic splints – practical functional dentistry you can use on Monday morning.
Foundations of Functional Occlusion is a three-day, hands-on introduction to functional diagnosis and occlusal therapy, and a gateway program to advanced VieSID Canada education.
Hands-on. Practical. Immediately applicable.
- Complete dental history & occlusal index
- Muscle & TM joint palpation and auscultation
- Articulators, mounting & occlusal records
- Impressions – analogue & digital
- Myopathic splints – in vitro adjustment on models
- Occlusion 101 – developing a functional plan
Limited to 20 participants.
Let us know if you have any questions!
[TBC – number of] Category 2 RCDSO hours
Location: Ancaster, Ontario
[TBC – confirm PACE approval applies to this course]
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the standards of the Academy of General Dentistry Program Approval for Continuing Education (PACE) through the joint program provider approval of Ontario AGD and Viesid Canada.. Ontario AGD is approved for awarding FAGD/MAGD credit. AGD ID# (219289)Ontario Academy Of General Dentistry(Approval#219289)
Academy of General Dentistry Approved
PACE Program Provider. FAGD/MAGD Credit.
Approval does not imply acceptance of state or provincial board of dentistry or AGD endorsement.
[TBC – current approval dates]
AGD subject codes:
[TBC – AGD subject codes and hours for this course]
[TBC] hours
AGD Members receive a
5% tuition discount.
Email admin@viesidcanada.com to provide supporting documents and receive your 5% discount code.
Course Breakdown
Cost of the program:
Course fee: $2,495.00 CDN per participant, plus applicable GST/HST (added at checkout based on your billing address). The fee includes three days of hands-on education and use of equipment during the sessions.
[TBC – any reduced rates for dental technologists, institutional teachers or former students – or remove this line]
Location
Southern Ontario Dental College
Ancaster, Ontario, Canada
(VieSID Canada is not affiliated with SODC)
Please note: a light breakfast and lunch are included daily.
Course Dates
January 15–17, 2027
Friday – Sunday
VieSID provides all handout material and necessary equipment for use during the course sessions. [TBC – confirm equipment/software included]
[TBC – pre-course requirements, e.g. casts or records participants should bring]
Course Fee
Course Fee
$2,495.00 CDN
Foundations of Functional Occlusion – three-day hands-on course, January 15–17, 2027, Southern Ontario Dental College, Ancaster, Ontario. Limited to 20 participants.
*Prices exclude applicable GST/HST, calculated from your billing address. No tax applies to US billing addresses.
Examination & Diagnosis
- Complete dental history & occlusal index
- Muscle & TM joint palpation and auscultation
Records & Mounting
- Articulators, mounting & occlusal records
- Impressions – analogue & digital
Splints & Treatment Planning
- Myopathic splints – in vitro adjustment on models
- Occlusion 101 – developing a functional plan
Course Details
- January 15–17, 2027 (Friday – Sunday)
- Southern Ontario Dental College, Ancaster, Ontario
- Limited to 20 participants
- A gateway program to advanced VieSID Canada education
Accommodation
Please note: accommodation is not included in the program price.
Courtyard Marriott Hamilton
The Barracks Inn
Phone: 289-445-1234
The core curriculum will be held at Southern Ontario Dental College in Ancaster, Ontario. This facility is a Dental hygiene and assisting school and offers excellent facilities for post-graduate education in Dentistry.