Episode 502 · September 26, 2023
The Latest on Electric and Air-Driven Handpieces
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Dr. Marc Geissberger
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Dr. Geissberger is Professor and Immediate Past Chair of the Department of Integrated Reconstructive Dental Sciences at the University of the Pacific, School of Dentistry. He has 25 years of experience in dental education. He directed the University's Aesthetic and Complex Care Clinic and teaches many hands-on CE courses in Restorative Dentistry. He graduated from University of the Pacific in 1991 obtaining his dental degree and was elected to Omicron Kappa Upsilon as a student. He later obtained a Masters of Arts in Educational Psychology from University of the Pacific. Dr. Geissberger has served as President of the National Chapter of Omicron Kappa Upsilon and is the University Representative to the AACD University Council. Dr Geissberger has numerous publications including a textbook entitled Esthetic Dentistry in Clinical Practice for Wiley-Blackwell. He has presented nationally and internationally giving over 350 continuing education programs. Additionally, he is a Certified Personal Trainer. He maintains a private practice in Greenbrae, Ca. in aesthetic and restorative dentistry.
Episode Summary
Today we'll be discussing some important improvements and modifications in both electric and air-driven handpieces. Additionally, we'll address some really important tips on how to extend the life of handpieces and answer the question, "With the latest electric handpiece advancements, is there still a place for air-driven handpieces in our practice?" Our guest is Dr. Marc Geissberger, who practices in Greenbrae, California and was a full professor, department chair and educator at the University of the Pacific for 30 years. He has published on restorative dentistry for the past two decades and teaches many and hands-on programs and lectures all over the world.
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