Occlusion Unlocked

(32 CE Hours)

Unlock the mystery of occlusion and gain clarity that transforms your practice.

Occlusion is one of the most important — and often most misunderstood — aspects ofdentistry. This two-weekend continuum is designed to give general dentists a complete, practical understanding of occlusion that can be applied in everyday practice, from single restorations to full-mouth rehabilitations.

Across four full days of lectures, live demonstrations, and clinical case reviews, you’ll learn how to perform a thorough occlusal examination, use diagnostic tools with confidence, and integrate both analogue and digital workflows into your treatment planning. The program will take you step by step through essential topics including centric relation, vertical dimension, occlusal appliances, and restorative protocols for simple, complex, implant, andremovable prosthodontics.

Taught by experienced prosthodontists, this course provides a clear framework for understanding when to intervene, when to monitor, and how to plan cases redictably. By the end of the continuum, you’ll leave with strategies you can immediately apply to improve outcomes, enhance communication, and elevate patient care.

Register Today!

Dates: Weekend 1: January 17–18, 2026,
Weekend 2: April 18–19, 2026 (SOLD OUT)

Daily Hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location:BC Dental Study Club: 530-925 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC

The INSTRUCTORS

The INSTRUCTOR

Dr. Faraj Edher is a leading Canadian prosthodontist, educator, and innovator in aesthetic, implant, and reconstructive dentistry. He is the Founder and Director of the BC Dental Study Club, Canada’s largest and most active dental education community, where thousands of clinicians engage in practical, evidence‑based learning that elevates everyday practice.

Based in downtown Vancouver, Dr. Edher founded Transcend Specialized Dentistry, a multi‑specialty clinic providing prosthodontics, periodontics, and orthodontics in a collaborative, patient‑centred setting. Patients travel from across Canada and abroad to seek his expertise in complex implant rehabilitation, full‑mouth reconstruction, and aesthetic dentistry.

Dr. Edher is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia, where he teaches both dental students and graduate residents in the Prosthodontics and Periodontics programs. His work has been published in leading journals, including the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry and Dentistry Today, and he is an invited speaker at major national and international meetings such as the American College of Prosthodontists Annual Session and the Canadian Academy of Restorative Dentistry and Prosthodontics.

Through the BC Dental Study Club, Dr. Edher’s focus is simple: connect dentists with world‑class instruction and hands‑on training that translate directly to better outcomes for patients and practices.

The INSTRUCTOR

Dr. Marijana Eic is a Specialist in Prosthodontics who utilizes modern adhesive concepts to provide minimally invasive dentistry with a focus on restoring function and creating beautiful, natural-looking smiles. Her dedication to continuing education and desire to provide the best treatment for her patients led her to pursue specialty training after practicing general dentistry for over a decade. Dr. Eic’s pursuit of excellence has become an obsession, and she is thrilled to join the Transcend Team, who share her commitment to providing exceptional patient care.

Dr. Eic completed the Doctor of Dental Surgery program at the University of Toronto, followed by a 3-year specialty program in Advanced Prosthodontics, including a Masters in Craniofacial Science at the University of British Columbia. Dr. Eic is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and a board-certified specialist in Prosthodontics. She strives to offer the highest level of care to her patients, with a focus on function and aesthetics, and is committed to continuously evolving her craft.

Course SCHEDULE

Weekend One: Foundations & Everyday Application

January 17–18, 2026

Day One: Foundations and Bite Registration

Fundamental occlusal concepts and terminology
Review of relevant anatomy
Performing a complete ten-point occlusal examination
Using occlusal indicators, including silicone bite record transillumination
Capturing intraoral scans in maximum intercuspation with quality control steps
Applying digital bite force analysis for communication and planning
Demonstrations of centric relation and vertical dimension registrations, including appliance-linked methods

Day Two: Everyday Application

When to restore in maximum intercuspation vs. centric relation
Planning, checking, and adjusting occlusion for:
- Occlusal equilibration
- Single crowns and quadrant dentistry
- Single implant crowns
- Occlusal appliances
Integrating occlusal planning into laboratory communication and quality control for everyday cases

Weekend Two: Tooth Wear, Vertical Dimension & Complex Occlusion

April 18–19, 2026

Day Three: Tooth Wear and Vertical Dimension

Diagnosing different wear patterns
Identifying true vertical dimension loss vs. compensation
Decision-making: when to maintain vs. increase vertical dimension
Testing vertical dimension with appliances and fixed additive provisionals
Analogue articulators: principles, facebow, mounting, comparison with digital/virtual
Integrating virtual articulators into treatment planning and lab communication

Day Four: Complex Occlusion and Integration

Occlusal considerations for complex fixed prosthodontics and full-arch rehabilitations
Principles of implant occlusion (single-tooth to full-arch)
Occlusal schemes for removable prosthodontics (balanced, lingualized, stability strategies)
Demonstrations of virtual jaw tracking for chewing and excursive movements
Capstone frameworks for decision-making:
- Maximum intercuspation vs. centric relation
- Maintaining vs. increasing vertical dimension
- When to intervene vs. monitor
- Sequencing adjustments across teeth, implants, appliances, and provisionals
Integrating occlusion into comprehensive treatment planning and patient communication

What is INCLUDED

Your tuition covers a complete educational experience designed for maximum impact:

Two weekends (4 full days) of learning — lectures, live demonstrations, and case-based reviews
32 hours of continuing education credit
Comprehensive course materials and clinical checklists for everyday use
Breakfast and lunch provided each day (dietary restrictions accommodated)
Access to faculty and peer discussion throughout the continuum

Tuition:

$5,200 CAD

Payment Plan:

To secure your seat, a $2,200 registration deposit fee is required.
The remaining $3,000 balance will be paid in three equal monthly installments of $1,000 (January, February, and March 2026).

Continuing Education:

32 credit hours

Capacity:

Limited attendance (first-come, first-served).

Secure your spot at this exclusive 2-weekend series and take your practice to the next level.

Learning OBJECTIVES

Learn how to perform a complete ten-point occlusal examination, including evaluation of maximum intercuspation, centric relation, excursive movements, anterior guidance, wear patterns, mobility, signs of parafunction, the temporomandibular joints, and muscles of mastication.
Review of the relevant anatomy as it relates to function, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
Understand how to identify when to intervene and when to monitor a patient’s occlusion
Gain confidence in using occlusal indicators such as articulating paper, shimstock, and silicone bite record transillumination to visualize and verify contacts.
Learn how to capture accurate intraoral scanner registrations in maximum intercuspation, in centric relation, and at an increased vertical dimension when required.
Explore different methods for recording centric relation, including the use of a leaf gauge, Lucia jig, and different techniques
Learn how to use removable appliances and nightguards to record, stabilize, and verify bite registrations.
Understand how to deliver and adjust occlusal appliances, including nightguards.
Learn how to determine when to restore at the existing vertical dimension and when to increase the vertical dimension in a predictable way.
Explore methods for testing vertical dimension using removable appliances or fixed additive provisionals such as no-preparation overlays
Understand the principles of analogue articulators, including facebow use, mounting procedures, and how they compare with digital and virtual articulators.
Learn how to integrate virtual articulators in computer-aided design software to plan cases and communicate effectively with the dental laboratory.
See how virtual jaw tracking systems can be used to record jaw, chewing and excursive movements and apply this data to treatment planning.
Understand how digital bite force analysis can be used to document and verify occlusal adjustments.
Learn how to design and evaluate occlusion for:

Frequently Asked QUESTIONS

Who is this course designed for?

This program is created for general dentists who want a clear, practical understanding of occlusion that can be applied in everyday practice, from single restorations to complex rehabilitations. No prior occlusion training is required.

Is this course hands-on?

No. This is a lecture-based program with live demonstrations and clinical videos. Participants will have excellent visibility of all techniques and technologies without needing to bring equipment.

Will the content apply to my digital systems?

Yes. The workflows taught are platform-agnostic and can be applied to any intraoral scanner, computer-aided design software, virtual jaw tracking system, or digital bite-force device.

How many continuing education hours will I receive?

Participants will receive 32 hours of continuing education credit.

How many people can attend?

Registration is first come, first served.

What is included in the tuition?

Tuition includes access to both weekends of the program, course materials and checklists, 32 hours of CE credit, breakfast and lunch each day (dietary accommodations available), and interaction with faculty and peers throughout the continuum.

What is the daily schedule?

Each day runs from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, with check-in starting at 8:30 am. There will be scheduled breaks in the morning and afternoon, as well as a lunch break

Where is the course being held?

The program will take place at the BC Dental Study Club, 5th Floor – 925 W Georgia Street, Unit 530, Vancouver, BC.

What is the tuition and payment policy?

The tuition is $4,700 CAD for Early Bird registrations (by November 15, 2025) and $5,200 CAD for Regular registrations (after November 15, 2025). To secure your seat, Early Bird registrants must pay a $1,700 registration fee by November 15, 2025, with the remaining $3,000 payable in three equal monthly installments (January–March 2026). Taxes will be added at checkout.

What is the cancellation policy?

The course follows the standard BC Dental Study Club cancellation and refund policy. Full details are available at registration or by contacting our office directly.

Can I pay in installments?

Yes. A payment plan is available for Early Bird registrants. To secure your seat, a $1,700 registration fee is due by November 15, 2025, with the remaining $3,000 spread over three monthly payments of $1,000 (January–March 2026).

Can I register for only one of the two weekends?

No. This is a two-weekend continuum and registration is for the full program. Each weekend builds on the previous content to provide a complete understanding of occlusion, so partial attendance is not available.

Previous WORKSHOP

What Our MEMBERS SAY

"Dr. Edher’s Mastering Porcelain Veneer course was one of the most comprehensive veneer courses I have ever come across. From case selection to follow-up, and everything in between with ample time for hands-on practice. I really appreciate his honest opinion and expertise on the subject. I feel completely ready to start incorporating veneers into my practice after his 2-day course. Small class sizes and amazing food made it a fun weekend!"

"Loved the interactive nature of the course and the ability to apply the knowledge with the hands-on portion of the course."

“Very well done. Dr. Edher is always well-spoken and organized in the way he delivers his lectures. He is a great mentor.”

“I really like how the weekend session has combined and made sense of the entire veneer prep process from start to finish.”

“Very thourough, all aspects were discussed in details and practiced with hands-on. Fell confident right away taking in a veneer case.”

“I like Dr. Edher method of explaining his workflow in a logical manner with details gives as needed but not at all overwhelming.”

“Practical, easy to ask questions, straightforward, clear.”

“Thank you! Very informative, practical, helpful, and kind.”

“The course was very detail oriented.”

“Thanks a lot! Best candy bar ever. Great and most luxurious hospitality and lunch.”

“Dr. Edher did a great job presenting the materials in a practical way where I feel I can implement veneers in my practice.”

“I highly recommend this workshop!”

“Looking forward to taking more courses.”

“Dr. Edher is really generous on sharing his knowledge. He’s very personable.”

“Loved the hands-on. Great breakfast and food.”

“Everything seems perfect.”