About Us
Advancing Prosthodontic Excellence
Sandal Ideal Prosthodontics is a continuing education and consulting practice dedicated to helping dental professionals master advanced prosthodontic techniques through digital courses, virtual consultations, and hands-on training.
Our Mission
Bridging Knowledge and Practice
We believe every dentist deserves access to high-quality prosthodontic education — practical, evidence-based, and immediately applicable. Our programs are designed by specialists who understand the realities of everyday clinical practice.
Whether you are placing your first implant or refining a full-arch rehabilitation workflow, our courses and consultations meet you where you are and help you reach the next level.
Looking for Lecturers
We are currently looking for lecturers and constructing our CE program. If you’re interested in lecturing, use the link below to tell us what you’d like to lecture on.
Contact UsOur Team
Meet the Founder
Our founder brings decades of clinical experience and a passion for teaching. Every course and consultation is backed by real-world expertise.
Dr. Steven Handel
Founder & Board-Certified Prosthodontist
Dr. Handel is a board-certified prosthodontist and maxillofacial prosthetist serving as a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army. He is an Associate Professor and a mentor for the Army Advanced Education Program in Prosthodontics at Fort Eisenhower, Georgia. A graduate of Temple University (D.M.D., summa cum laude) with fellowship training in Maxillofacial Prosthetics, he has authored over 25 peer-reviewed publications, delivered more than 50 invited lectures, and holds multiple patents in dental technology. Dr. Handel is dedicated to advancing prosthodontic education and sharing evidence-based techniques with dental professionals.
Board-Certified Prosthodontist
Diplomate, American Board of Prosthodontics
Diplomate, American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine
Fellow, American College of Prosthodontists (FACP)
Fellow, American Academy of Maxillofacial Prosthetics (FAAMP)
Fellow, Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD)
Associate Editor, Journal of Prosthodontics
Order of Military Medical Merit (O2M3)
Ready to Elevate Your Practice?
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