Simplifying FMR:
A Minimal Approach to Open Bites
This program is designed for cosmetic and restorative dentists who want to master the art of opening vertical dimension in patients with collapsed and edge to edge bites — using a minimal-prep veneer approach that prioritizes esthetics, function, and long-term stability. Through lecture, case review, and live patient demonstration, attendees will learn how to have a successful consultation, design, plan, and execute predictable FMR cases while preserving tooth structure.
what our course offers
- Vertical Dimension: When, Why, and How to Open. Guidelines for increasing vertical dimension of occlusion (VDO) in open bite cases. Occlusal principles for functional stability, esthetic impact, and avoiding muscle strain.
- Smile Design & Functional Blueprinting. Integrating facial analysis, midline, incisal edge position, and tooth proportion into functional planning. Using digital smile design (DSD) and 2D/3D mockups for predictable outcomes.
- Minimal Prep Philosophy in FMR Cases. How to combine additive-only and minimal-prep techniques to preserve enamel and avoid aggressive tooth reduction, even when opening bites.
- Records for Success. Essential diagnostic records: full-face and intraoral photography, bite registration at proposed new VDO, facebow, mounted models, intraoral scans, and phonetic evaluation.
- Wax-Up & Trial Smile for VDO Evaluation. Communicating with your lab for functional wax-ups. Using mockups and provisionals to verify esthetics, phonetics, and patient comfort at new VDO before committing to final ceramics.
- Preparation Sequence for Minimal Prep FMR. Step-by-step prepping for full arches in a single day with minimal reduction, ensuring uniform thickness for ceramics while maintaining enamel for maximum bond strength.
- Bite Opening Provisionalization Protocol. Fabricating long-term provisionals to test functional comfort and esthetic acceptance before final seating. Adjusting occlusion and anterior guidance during provisional phase.
- Managing the TMJ During Bite Opening. Avoiding joint overload when altering VDO; deprogramming protocols and patient adaptation techniques.
- Bonding Protocols for Full Arch Minimal Prep Veneers. Surface prep, adhesive selection, seating sequence, and cement cleanup for predictable full-mouth seating days.
- Post-Delivery Follow-Up & Maintenance. Delivery of occlusal guards, post-op occlusal adjustments, hygiene protocols, and patient education for long-term success.
- Case Selection & Risk Management. How to identify “green light” vs. “red flag” open bite patients. Managing bruxism, muscle parafunction, airway considerations, and patient expectations.
- A description of teaching methods to be used (lecture, participation, self-instruction): Lecture and live patient preparation and seat.
- Costs (or indicate if complimentary): $1500 for new graduates.
- The name of the program provider, joint-providers, and contact source: Shahriela Ganjoor DMD
- Refund and cancellation policies: No refunds or cancellations.
- Location: In person at Veneer Lounge 3800 Gaylord pkwy 790 Frisco TX 75034
- Date: TBD
- Subject Code: 780 – Esthetics/Cosmetic Dentistry. Lecture: 11 hours, Clinical: 6 hours
- FOR ONLINE SELF-DIRECTED COURSES: SEE F. ** below
- The names of any entities providing commercials support: None
- The current approved AGD PACE logo with the appropriate credit statement – provided by CE Approved.
Get excited for this in person lecture at the historic Dallas Cowboys Headquarters!
Cost: $5,500
16 CE hours
LECTURER
SHAHRIELA GANJOOR
DMD aka Dr. Shaggy
Dr. Shahriela Ganjoor is a nationally recognized cosmetic dentist, educator, and founder of Veneer Lounge, a premier cosmetic dental practice with locations in Frisco and Austin, Texas. Renowned for her precision in minimal-prep porcelain veneer design and full mouth rehabilitation, Dr. Ganjoor specializes in complex occlusal cases, including opening vertical dimension for patients with open bites, collapsed bites, and functional disharmony.
With a philosophy rooted in preserving natural tooth structure while delivering transformative esthetics, Dr. Ganjoor has successfully rehabilitated smiles for elite athletes, influencers, and high-profile clientele who demand both functional stability and luxury-level artistry.
In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Ganjoor is the creator of the Veneer MasteryTM course, where she trains dentists from across the country in advanced veneer techniques, digital smile design, and predictable treatment workflows. Known for her clear, systematic teaching style, she blends cutting-edge esthetic dentistry with practical occlusal principles, empowering her students to deliver results that last.
Dr. Ganjoor is an active member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the American Academy of Clear Aligners, the Texas Dental Association, and the American Dental Association. Her work has been featured in professional dental circles and on social media, where her cases inspire both patients and colleagues alike.
Final Details
REFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY:
No refund
DATES: Oct. 3 all day and Oct. 24 all day
WHERE: Veneer Lounge Frisco, TX
TIME: Coming Soon
WHO: Exclusively for new graduates (2023-2025)
CE CREDITS: 16CE PACE credits
ORIGINAL PRICE: $5,500 and will only be $1500 if selected by Dr. Shaggy.
If you know Dr. Shaggy, you know it will be an eventful weekend.
You will experience the DALLAS COWBOYS way in luxury.
Get excited to learn from someone that had a start up practice and is building a career in cosmetic dentistry. You will leave motivated and excited to change people's lives with CONFIDENCE!