Dr. Mike Malone
300 Doucet Rd, Ste A
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 989-1268

Style of Dentistry- Full time practice focused on bonded all-ceramic restorations.
 Style of Presenting - Courses are designed to teach techniques for delivering more predictable results in cosmetic dentistry.

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Dr. Mike Malone graduated with a Master’s degree from Louisiana Tech University and received his dental degree from the LSU School of Dentistry in 1976. He then served three years in the Air Force Dental Corps before returning to Louisiana to establish a private general practice in New Iberia, LA. Dr. Malone’s commitment to excellence in restorative and cosmetic dentistry started early with extensive continuing education with his primary mentors: L. D. Pankey, Pete Dawson, Alvin Fillastre, and Mike Schuster. He received a fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry in 1988 and is a member of the ADA, American Equilibration Society, the Pierre Fauchard Academy, and the Pankey Alumni Association. He has been a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry since 1988, and was accredited in 1992. In 1995, Dr. Malone was asked to become a member of the Accreditation Board of Examiners of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and went on to become an Appeals Examiner for the A.B.O.E. After serving six years on the Board of Directors of the AACD, Dr. Malone served as President for 2003-04. In addition, he is on the advisory committee and is a clinical instructor and featured presenter in the Cosmetic Dentistry Continuum offered by the C. E. Department of LSU School of Dentistry. He is also on the staff of LSU as an Assistant Clinical Professor in Prosthodontics. He is a published author in leading journals and speaks internationally on cosmetic and restorative dentistry. Dr. Malone maintains a full-time dental practice limited to cosmetic and reconstructive dentistry in Lafayette, LA.

Lecture Topics

A DIRECT TECHNIQUE FOR OCCLUSAL GUARD FABRICATION - A “hands-on” Course for Dentists and Dental Assistants

Today’s cosmetic-oriented dental practice requires the dentist to be proficient in all types of ceramic restorations. After the ceramics are delivered and the occlusion is perfected, one more important step remains. A well constructed night guard that is easily accepted by the patient is mandatory for the average all-ceramic case to last long term. This presentation will provide the details of a direct technique used to fabricate comfortable and long-lasting night guards for porcelain veneer and complex full-arch cases. Participants will be provided all materials for direct fabrication of night guards using a new system from Dentsply called Interra.

 

After completing this course the participants will learn:

  • A technique for direct fabrication of a rigid, great fitting night guard.
  • How to adjust the occlusion on the night guard quickly and ideally.
  • Steps for finishing and polishing so the guard will be comfortable and long-lasting.

 

ADVANCED PROVISIONAL FABRICATION - A “hands-on” Course for Dentists, Dental Assistants, and Lab Technicians

High quality provisional restorations are essential in a dental practice dedicated to comprehensive restorative dentistry. Cosmetic reconstruction is much more predictable when using superbly made provisionals to serve as a blueprint for the final restoration. This presentation will provide the details of an indirect technique used to fabricate multilayered composite provisional restorations for porcelain veneers and complex full-arch cases. Participants will be provided all materials for indirect fabrication of provisional restorations using a new system from Dentsply called Radica.

 

After completing this course the participants will learn:

  • Principles of smile design to be used to develop an ideal diagnostic wax-up.
  • How to transfer the information in the diagnostic wax-up into a completed provisional that rivals the final restoration.
  • Step-by-step hands-on instruction for the provisional technique (all equipment and materials provided)

 

SMILE DESIGN AND ADVANCED PROVISIONAL FABRICATION

High quality provisional restorations are essential in a dental practice dedicated to comprehensive restorative dentistry. Cosmetic reconstruction is much more predictable when using superbly made provisionals to serve as a blueprint for the final restoration. This presentation will provide the details of a technique used to fabricate multilayered composite provisional restorations for porcelain veneers and complex full-arch cases.

 

After completing this course the participants will understand:

  • Principles of smile design to be used to develop an ideal diagnostic wax-up.
  • How to transfer the information in the diagnostic wax-up into a completed provisional that rivals the final restoration.
  • Systems to help communicate the results of the completed prototype to your technician so you can deliver a predictably ideal restoration.

 

FUNCTIONAL ESTHETICS: Predictable Techniques for a Complete Ceramic Rehabilitation

Half Day Program

There are many factors to consider when planning a full mouth reconstruction. This presentation will illustrate systems used by Dr. Malone to accomplish consistent, predicable results, both esthetically and functionally.

 

After completion of this course the participant will be able to:

  • Complete the preparation phase faster and with more control
  • Take ideal impressions every time
  • Construct provisionals that rival the final restorations
  • Complete and cement finished restorations with predictability

 

HOW TO USE DIGITAL IMAGING TO IMPROVE YOUR CASE ACCEPTANCE

Digital imaging using digital cameras, intraoral cameras, digital radiography and dental computerized imaging can have a dramatic effect on the way dentists communicate with their patients. Systems for taking digital images and software to show those images effectively can make the difference between a patient accepting treatment you know they need and them walking out the door.

 

This half day program will demonstrate:

  • How to use photography and radiographs to develop a slide show to get your patients to accept your treatment plans.
  • How to use your before and after images to create a professional album for your office.
  • Systems you can use to get your patients to accept the treatment you know they need.

 

HOW TO ACHIEVE PREDICTABLE EXCELLENCE IN COSMETIC DENTISTRY

Dr. Mike Malone has combined the occlusion and restorative teachings of L D Pankey, Alvin Filastre, Pete Dawson, etc., with a passion for learning from the best and brightest in cosmetic dentistry. He has developed systems for combining predictable restorative techniques with ideal cosmetic procedures. This full day lecture will highlight the systems he uses to achieve predictable excellence in cosmetic restorative procedures in his practice in Lafayette, Louisiana.


GETTING YOUR PATIENTS TO SAY YES TO COSMETIC AND RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY

This seminar will highlight those key areas that guided Dr. Malone in developing a highly successful cosmetic-oriented, fee-for-service practice in a blue-collar, middle-class community. He will discuss techniques he uses to get most patients to schedule, to look forward to, and to rave about their comprehensive new patient examination. He will go over his step-by-step process (utilizing advanced digital photography and presentations) for achieving predictable case acceptance for optimum dentistry. He will also present his Dental Health Program, a preventive periodontal program that produces predictable results in any size practice. (Part of full day or a 3 hour separate presentation)

 

Learning objectives:

  • Comprehensive examination protocol
  • Achieving predictable case acceptance at any level
  • Using a periodontal program to initiate patient care

 

PREDICTABLE COSMETIC AND RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY

Dentists often find that crown and bridge insertion appointments turn into “try-in” appointments. When the margin is open, the occlusion is high, or the bridge will not seat, who is responsible, the dentist or the technician? With the growing popularity of all ceramic veneers, crowns and bridges, predictability becomes even more important. This presentation will review techniques designed to reduce the stress of cosmetic and restorative dentistry in a general or prosthodontic practice. (Part of full day or 3 hour separate presentation)

 

After completion of this course the participant will be able to:

 

  • Complete the preparation phase faster and with more control
  • Manage soft tissue and take ideal impressions every time
  • Complete and seat finished restorations with predictability

 

SMILE DESIGN AND ADVANCED PROVISIONAL FABRICATION

High quality provisional restorations are essential in a dental practice dedicated to comprehensive restorative dentistry. Cosmetic reconstruction is much more predictable when using superbly made provisionals to serve as a blueprint for the final restoration. This presentation will provide the details of a technique used to fabricate multilayered composite provisional restorations for porcelain veneers and complex full-arch cases. (Part of full day or 3 hour separate presentation)

 

After completing this course the participants will understand:

 

  • Principles of smile design to be used to develop an ideal diagnostic wax-up.
  • How to transfer the information in the diagnostic wax-up into a completed provisional that rivals the final restoration.
  • Systems to help communicate the results of the completed prototype to your technician so you can deliver a predictably ideal restoration.


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Course Comments

Course director feedback on recently presented 2-day AGD Mastertrack presentation:
On your rating score involving categories such as Slides, Speaker Presentation, Comprehension of Material, Overall Quality of Program Content, Handouts, and How Well Did The Course Meet Your Expectations, your scores were an overwhelming majority of 5’s and a few 4’s on a scale of 1-5 (5 being excellent). Also, every one of us recommended that you be invited back for the next Track.

Individual comments were, “Awesome hands-on!” “The day of hands on helped to solidify the concepts being taught” “Speaker gave practical techniques for use in my office” “Great hands on course and Beautiful Slides/ Esthetic results” and finally “ Great Hands on, well-paced, instructor made sure everyone completed all techniques demonstrated” There were no negative comments.

Comments from over-the-shoulder course in Louisiana:
"The best continuing education course I have taken." Dr. Bill Cummiskey, Connecticut

"Excellent all around course. Great class size. Instructor (Dr. Malone) welcomes every question and we asked a lot of questions. Highly recommended." Dr. Mike Szarek, Lowell, MA

"Great class! Awesome over-the-shoulder course. I have learned a systematic way of approaching full mouth rehabilitations. Beautiful conservative dentistry and beautiful temps and gorgeous final restorations." Dr. Tannaz Goodjohn, Hollywood, CA

"All expectations were met and exceeded, i. e. full mouth reconstruction--preparation to final cementation. Camera work and video viewing intra-orally was exceptional. Hands-on delivery of night guard was especially useful. The course exceeded my expectations and suffice it to say Dr. Malone's course was exceptional." Dr. Sue LeBlanc, Hammond, LA

Comments from hands-on Cosmetic Provisional course:
"I took this course and found it to be a great learning experience. Mike Malone is a master dentist and a great teacher. Mike and LSU have earned my respect. I'd put this course 'A' on my list."--Michael Schuster, DDS , Founder and Director of The Schuster Center for Professional Development.

One of the best and most practical CE courses I have ever taken. I was able to learn many of Dr. Malone's techniques and apply these in my practice. Now my provisionals are more lifelike."--William A. Hall, Jr., DDS, Macon, Georgia

"A great course. Taking this course can't help but improve some of your provisional fabrication techniques. It enable me to take my provisional techniques to the next level."--John R. McNeal, DDS, Manassas, Virginia

In South Louisiana we have been very blessed to have been influenced by LD Pankey's closest friend, Harold Wirth. Harold spent his retirement years at LSU sharing a lot about care for the patient above all things, excellence, positive thinking and enthusiasm. I cannot think of a time that Harold's message is more significant in our profession. It was always the patient first and the rest would follow.

Harold's seed bore great fruit. Our present Dean Henry Gremillion was my classmate. He was head of the Parker Mahan clinic in Florida before coming back home to LSU. ALthough now in academics and spending much of his career in occlusion related issues, Henry was a terrific general practitioner in his early years and brings to the students a tremendous insight into care of the patient that he took from Harold and LD.

Others that began their journey at LSU and I feel were strongly affected by Harold's wisdom were Corky Whilhite, Gerald Chiche, Jerome Smith and MIke Bellerino, all deservedly gaining just fame nationally and internationally. But amongst that group can be counted Dr Mike Malone. Mike graduated a year ahead of me so I can truthfully say he has always been ahead of me. Mike practices a stones throw away from me so I am aware of not only what he speaks but does. He has always in his practice sought and delivered the very highest care and dentistry and is a walking encyclopedia of dental information. He has unbelievable energy in his pursuit and does complete rehab with superb occlusal schemes working with his technician, Mike Bellerino who like Mike is AACD accredited and a tremendous tribute to the profession. Mike is a key part at LSU of the committee that overseas a vibrant CE program and was very involved in the Cosmetic Continuum that was successful at the school for many years. In short MIke is a great citizen.

I believe dentistry in south Louisiana has tremendously benefited from his contributions.

Regards
Bruce LeBlanc DDS

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Articles

Minimal Preperation Veneers with a Pressed and Layered Lithium Disilicate Material

Predictable Techniques for a Complete Ceramic Rehabilitation Using Lithium Disilicate