Continuing Education Speakers
Oue college is committed to supporting the state’s dental community through high-quality, evidence-based continuing education. Faculty members are available for district meetings and other professional events. Each speaker offers expertise grounded in current research, clinical best practices and patient-centered care.
Speakers Available for Iowa District Dental Meetings & Events
Dr. Rob Bowers — Department of Family Dentistry
Dr. Bowers' interests include digital workflows and pain management in general dental practice.
Suggested Course Topics:
- Digital Denture Fabrication and Workflow for General Dentistry
- Pain Management Strategies and Best Practices in Dental Practice
Email for inquiries: robert-bowers@uiowa.edu
Dr. Aaron Cho — Department of Prosthodontics
Cho serves as Chair (Department Executive Officer) of the Department of Prosthodontics at the College. His expertise encompasses digital prosthodontics, implant prosthodontics, restorative esthetics, and CAD/CAM-based workflows.
Suggested Course Topics:
- Contemporary Concepts of Occlusion & Clinical Application
- Digital Workflow for CAD Dentures
- CAD Design Software for Patient Care (Hands-on Meshmixer)
- Fully Edentulous Arch Implant Restoration (All-on-X) — Treatment Planning
- Shade Selection, Porcelain Veneers, and Esthetic Restorations
- 3D Printing & Milling Technologies in Prosthodontics
- Zirconia Restorations: Scientific and Clinical Perspectives
- Implant Overdentures; Removable Partial Dentures; Full-Mouth Reconstruction
- Digital Workflow including Face Scan + AI-Based Software
- Digital and Conventional Occlusal Guard Methods
- Implant Restoration Maintenance, Complication Management & Prosthetic Protocols
Email for inquiries: seokhwan-cho@uiowa.edu
Dr. Chonghwa Kim — Department of Family Dentistry
Dr. Kim joined the College of Dentistry in the Department of Family Dentistry in December 2024. He holds a master’s degree and certificate in Prosthodontics, bringing significant expertise in implants and esthetic prosthetic treatment to general practice training.
Suggested Course Topics:
- Implant Prosthetic Workflow & Treatment Planning within a General Practice Setting
- Objective Assessment of Implant Stability and Loading Protocols
- Esthetic Considerations for Implant Restorations
- Management of Implant Complications and Practical Troubleshooting
Email for inquiries: chonkim@uiowa.edu
Dr. Leo Marchini — Department of Preventive & Community Dentistry
Marchini is head (DEO) of the Department of Preventive & Community Dentistry. His work focuses on community-oriented care, geriatric and special-needs dentistry, oral health for vulnerable populations, and preventive strategies.
Suggested Course Topics:
- Oral Health Care for Older Adults and Patients with Special Needs (e.g., Alzheimer’s Disease)
- Personalized Caries Management in Frail and Special-Needs Adults
- Denture Care and Patient Satisfaction Among Older Adults
- Bruxism, Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD), and Preventive Approaches
- Use of Glass Ionomer Cements and Preventive Materials in General Dentistry
- The Role of Compassion, Communication, and Patient-Centered Care in Dentistry
Email for inquiries: leonardo-marchini@uiowa.edu
Dr. Abhishek Parolia — Department of Endodontics
Parolia is an Associate Professor in the Department of Endodontics at the College. He specializes in evidence-based endodontic care, complex case management, retreatment, pulp therapy/regeneration, and advanced diagnostic and disinfection technologies.
Suggested Course Topics:
- Evidence-Based Endodontic Strategies for Improved Clinical Outcomes
- Management of Complex or High-Difficulty Root Canal Cases
- Retreatment: Decision-Making & Techniques for Predictable Results
- Vital Pulp Therapy & Regenerative Endodontics
- Management of Teeth with Large Periapical Lesions or Open Apices
- Treatment of Complex Root Canal Anatomy
- Advances in Root Canal Disinfection & Sterilization Techniques
- Use of CBCT and Magnification in Modern Endodontics
Email for inquiries: abhishek-parolia@uiowa.edu
Dr. John Syrbu — Department of Family Dentistry
Dr. Syrbu is a clinical assistant professor and group leader in the Department of Family Dentistry. His background supports general dentistry, comprehensive care, and education — a strong fit for general-practice–oriented CE topics.
Suggested Course / Workshop Topics:
- Dental Photography for General and Esthetic Dentistry: Setup, Technique, Workflow Integration
- Treatment Planning, Smile Design, Lab Communication and Documentation via Clinical Photography
- Practice Management Fundamentals (especially for General & Family Dentistry)
Email for inquiries: john-syrbu@uiowa.edu