Continuing Education

Both our doctors – Dr. Steve Gurtner and Dr. Maggie Gurtner – have special, advanced training.

Honored Pediatric Dentist: AAPD Diplomate

Dr. Maggie studied eight years to become a Diplomate of the American Association of Pediatric Dentistry. Only a very small percentage of Pediatric Dentists achieve this honor. As one of the nine recognized specialties of the American Dental Association, Pediatric Dentistry is dedicated to the oral health of children and patients with special health care needs. Pediatric dentists complete two to three years of additional specialized training after four years of dental school.

Diplomate status includes a rigorous examination. The purpose is to validate and improve of the pediatric dentist’s clinical and diagnostic abilities. Successful completion of the examination permits one to be designated a Diplomate. This is a voluntary pursuit; not all pediatric dentists achieve this level of excellence. A Diplomate believes service to community, continued higher education and self-improvement constitute the cardinal characteristics of true professionals.

LVI Training

The Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies has set standards for all others to follow. Since 1995 it has led the way in post-graduate education. LVI is an exclusive fraternity of clinician who aspire to excel. Dr. Steve has completed the complement of intense advanced course work.

Practicing dentists from all over the world come to LVI to advance their education, knowledge and expertise. Optimal patient care is the first priority for LVI trained dentists. LVI is extremely comprehensive – ranging from the progressive clinical and aesthetic techniques to practical occlusion, which focuses on lasting, comfortable restorative techniques. www.lvilive.com

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