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Susan McMahon

Susan
McMahon

DMD, AAACD, FAGD
Susan McMahon
A distinguished educator and practitioner, Dr. Susan McMahon combines clinical excellence with a passion for teaching the next generation of dental professionals. As an international lecturer and Key Opinion Leader, she shares her expertise in minimally invasive techniques and cutting-edge technologies with dentists worldwide. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes conservative approach-es that preserve natural tooth structure while achieving exceptional aesthetic results.

Dr. McMahon's educational impact extends from her former role as clinical instructor in Prostho-dontics and Operative Dentistry at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine to her current position as a sought-after speaker on advanced cosmetic techniques. She regularly conducts hands-on workshops and lectures across the globe, focusing on innovative approaches to smile design and conservative cosmetic solutions for younger patients.

As an Accredited Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Fellow of the American Society for Dental Aesthetics, and Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry, Dr. McMah-on leads one of Western Pennsylvania's premier cosmetic dental practices. Her commitment to ex-cellence has earned her recognition as a Top Dentist over 20 times, including consecutive annual selections as a Top Pittsburgh Dentist by her peers for more than two decades.

A passionate advocate for women in dentistry, Dr. McMahon dedicates significant time to mentor-ing rising dental speakers and providing speaker training. Through her extensive educational pro-grams and mentorship initiatives, she continues to shape the future of cosmetic dentistry while maintaining her thriving Pittsburgh-based practice, where she has raised her three children.

Upcoming Webinars

Date Category Faculty Member Webinar Title
07.22.26 Operative (Restorative) Dentistry Susan McMahon Universal Simplicity: Mastering Anterior and Posterior Restorations with Universal Composites
Universal Simplicity: Mastering Anterior and Posterior Restorations with Universal Composites

Universal Simplicity: Mastering Anterior and Posterior Restorations with Universal Composites

Location: Online

Discover how universal composites are transforming restorative dentistry with true versatility across anterior and posterior applications. This one-hour webinar explores the material science behind universal composites and how innovations in filler technology, polymerization shrinkage management, and shade matching are enabling clinicians to achieve predictable results in diverse clinical scenarios. Through case presentations and practical insights, you’ll learn techniques and protocols for optimizing shade selection, placement, and finishing while simplifying your material selection. Whether you’re restoring front teeth or molars, walk away with strategies to enhance workflow efficiency across your entire restorative practice without compromising clinical excellence.

Learning Objectives:
– Understand the material science behind high-performance universal composites – including the impact of filler content, volume shrinkage, and innovative shade systems – and how these properties enable reliable performance in both anterior and posterior applications with superior marginal integrity.
– Apply evidence-based techniques for shade selection, bulk placement, contouring, and finishing of universal composites in diverse clinical scenarios to achieve optimal aesthetic and functional outcomes.
– Evaluate clinical cases to determine when a universal composite approach streamlines workflow without compromising quality, and integrate these materials effectively into your restorative protocol.

Credits: 1.5
Cost: Free
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