Thursday, April 30, 2026 | 8:00 PM EST
Discolored Dentition: From Diagnosis to Treatment—Simple Solutions to Complex Care
Richard Trushkowsky, DDS
About this Webinar
About The Event
In this CE webinar, Dr. Trushkowsky will explore the causes, diagnosis, and management of discolored dentition, with particular emphasis on white spot lesions and dental fluorosis. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how these conditions develop and how they impact both the appearance and structural integrity of teeth. The program will guide attendees through the process of differentiating between intrinsic and extrinsic discoloration and demonstrate how to assess lesion depth using techniques such as transillumination. Dr. Trushkowsky will also outline a systematic approach to diagnosis and treatment planning to help clinicians determine the most appropriate course of action for each patient. Through real clinical case examples, participants will learn how to sequence care beginning with simple, conservative therapies—such as bleaching and microabrasion—and progressing to more advanced treatment options when necessary. These may include resin infiltration and restorative interventions. The goal of the webinar is to help clinicians achieve predictable esthetic outcomes while preserving as much natural tooth structure as possible, emphasizing minimally invasive dentistry and thoughtful treatment planning.
Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to:
- Differentiate intrinsic and extrinsic causes of discolored dentition.
- Apply diagnostic tools, including transillumination, to guide treatment planning.
- Sequence treatment from conservative therapies to advanced restorative interventions.
- Select appropriate clinical techniques to achieve predictable esthetic outcomes while preserving natural tooth structure.
Event Details
| 📅 Date | April 30, 2026 |
| 🕐 Time | 8:00 PM EST |
| 📺 Format | Zoom Webinar |
| 🎓 CE Credit | 1 |
| 💵 Cost | FREE |
About the Speaker
Richard Trushkowsky
DDS
Dr. Trushkowsky
is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the CDE Advanced Aesthetic Program and serves as the Associate Director of International Aesthetics at the New York University College of Dentistry. In addition to his academic roles, he maintains a private dental practice in Staten Island, New York.
He is a Fellow of several distinguished organizations, including the Academy of General Dentistry, the Academy of Dental Materials, the International College of Dentistry, the American College of Dentistry, and the Pierre Fauchard Academy. Dr. Trushkowsky is also a lecturer in the ADA Seminar Series.
In the field of dental research and product evaluation, he serves as an evaluator for CRA (Clinical Research Associates) and is a senior consultant for The Dental Advisor.
Dr. Trushkowsky has contributed to the dental literature as well, authoring a chapter on direct composites in Mosby’s Esthetic Dentistry and a chapter on indirect restorations in Dental Clinics of North America. He also holds patents for two instruments designed to improve contact formation and curing of posterior composites.