Houston Dentist: Exceptional Dentistry Requires A Commitment To Continuing Dental Education

PRLog (Press Release) - Aug 31, 2009 -
Dr. Ronald Konig, known for  staying  on the leading edge of dental technology and care for his patients,attended, along  with his team, an extensive three day symposium  which involved the International  Academy of Contemporary Aesthetics.  

One area that he and his team studied and analyzed were the technological advancements in dental restorative materials  and methods. These are the newest techniques and products that are used for cosmetic  and restorative dentistry. There are new products which will enable Dr. Konig to create stronger cosmetic and restorative dental care.

Dr. Konig also studied the implementations of TMJ and sleep apnea as well as their interrelationships with the Medical Professionals. This was designed to help facilitate better coordinate treatment among the various medical professionals who work with Dr. Konig  to assist patients with regards to their TMJ pain and sleep apnea issues. The National Heart Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) of the National Institute of Health (NIH) considers Sleep Apnea to be a TMJ Disorder.  See their report "CARDIOVASCULAR AND SLEEP-RELATED CONSEQUENCES OF TEMPOROMANDIBULAR DISORDERS"  at http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/meetings/workshops/tmj_wksp.pdf  It  is vitally important that patients see dentists with advanced knowledge of treating TMJ disorders according to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine parameters of care.  Dr Konig is a Neuromuscular Dentist with advanced training from LVI, the renowned Las Vegas Institute of advanced dental studies.  While Dr Konig continues his learning he has found that Dr Bill Dickerson, the Founder of LVI was correct in fis statement "You don't know what you don't know"   Dr Konig credits Dr Dickerson and the exceptional faculty at LVI with his lifetime passion for knowledge.  His entire team relish the opportunity to use their new acquired knowledge to improve their patients lives.  Additional information about the power of Neuromuscular Dentistry can be found at http://www.ihateheadaches.org

Dr. Konig points out that an interesting area in sleep apnea is the trend towards ambulatory care for monitoring and diagnosis of sleep apnea.  Furthermore, the designs and indications for Mandibular Advancement Devices which can be used in to eliminate the CPAP machines in many patients continue to improve as well. Dr Konig has a seperate website site treatment of sleep apnea and snoring without the use of CPAP machines, hoses or masks.  Learn about the dangers of Sleep Apnea and the advantages of Dental Sleep Medicine Treatment in Houston @ http://www.houston.ihatecpap.com/

His team is involved in many of these courses as Dr. Konig believes it is necessary for his office team to be educated and informed about all procedures in his office. He says, “Educating my team helps to provide exceptional and unparalled care for our patients. “  

Dr. Konig practices Cosmetic, TMJ and Reconstructive Dentistry in the Houston Medical Center. He holds Fellowships from the AGD and Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dentistry, has memberships in the  ADA, IACA, AGD, GHDS, ICMMO, and AASD.

Mention this Press Release and his fantastic team will be glad to arrange a time for you to meet personally with Dr Konig.

His contact information is:  

Ronald W. Konig DDS, FAGD, LVIF
2201 W. Holcombe, Suite 300
Houston, Texas 77030

Tel:713-668-2289