Are All TMDs and Parafunctional Habits Alike?
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General Dentists, Hygienists
May 27, 2026
7:30 PM Central
1 CE Credit
Free
Live Webinar Lecture
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About the Course
Course Contents
Course Description
Learning Objectives
- Describe a systematic approach for evaluating patients with suspected temporomandibular disorders
- Differentiate between intracapsular and extracapsular forms of TMD
- Identify key patient history questions that aid in diagnosing TMD and parafunctional habits
- Discuss treatment options for managing TMD, including short-term symptom management and long-term care strategies
Course Details
- Course Fee: Free
- Credits: Catapult Education designates this activity for 1 credit continuing education credit.
- Method: Live Webinar Lecture
- Audience: General Dentists, Hygienists
- AGD Subject Code: 200
Meet the Instructor
Eugene Santucci, DDS, MS, FACD
Dr. Santucci has presented nationally and internationally on the topics of dental sleep medicine, ADHD in children and sleep related disorders, occlusion, aesthetics, temporomandibular disorders, photography, functional anatomy of the gnathostomatic system and the fabrication and delivery of night guards. He is a published author contributing to numerous articles in refereed journals and abstracts, along with a task force report regarding sleep medicine, and course content in dental education. His textbook contributions include: Patient Examinations in an Esthetic Dentistry Practice, Headache and Facial Pain.
Dr. Santucci has been awarded membership in the following associations: the American College of Dentists, Pierre Fauchard Academy, American Academy of Integrated Pain Management, American Dental Educators Association, American Academy of Sleep Medicine, American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, California Sleep Society, American Association of Oral Systemic Health, American Dental Association and California Dental Association. He is a member of Catapult Education's Speakers Bureau and reviews dental products for them.
Dr. Santucci’s goal is to encourage all dental professionals to become the first line of defense regarding the evaluation, referral, and treatment for the various types of sleep disturbances from snoring to obstructive sleep apnea in children and adults.


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This Catapult Education, LLC presentation is made possible through the
continued support of Kettenbach. Dr. Eugene Santucci is a consultant and/or speaker for the following companies and/or organizations: Kettenbach. Dr. Eugene Santucci may receive an honorarium as compensation from the CE Supporter of this presentation for the time involved in preparing and delivering this online presentation.
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