There are plenty of choices when pursuing continued education, no matter what your profession. A choice should not be limited to only the superficial considerations, such as merely satisfying professional credits. That can be achieved by any accredited foundation or institution.

So, what is important when choosing a course of study?

Professionally taught courses by passionate, articulate and experienced individuals who understand not only the information presented, but the concepts of teaching and passing along well-earned knowledge.

Clearly defined courses that meet professional standards and provide keen insight into the advancement of dental and patient care studies.

Coursework and educators that go beyond the token elements of rote learning to provide students with insights for achieving not only professional growth, but growth as individuals.

It is those elements that define the goals of the courses offered by the Tanner-Mahan Foundation.

• Enhance understanding of the dynamic orthopedic masticatory system -
  form, function, dysfunction and pathofunction
• Cause realization of the significance of personalized, committed values and goals related to the dynamics of intra/inter-personal relationships
• Enhance understanding of the value of material and financial stability and security
• Strengthen skills of critical inquiry, balanced judgement and professional technique
• Fund scholarships for dentists and technicians continuing study.

Tanner-Mahan achieves its goals through its faculty and by providing stimulating venues that encourage learning and participation. Our courses are not so much "we speak, you listen," which is contrary to the very principles of the foundation, but rather environments that foster educator-mentor relationships and teambuilding, along with individual growth.