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Remember This! The Science of Learning and Memory 283
Constant change means constant learning. Learn how to learn and remember in this practical session grounded in science. Improve your ability to learn and grow. This is one session you will not forget!
Gentle Yoga for Dental Practitioners 252
Join us for a gentle exploration of mindfulness and yoga stretches to restore and balance the demands of practicing dentistry. We will explore brief mindfulness practices and gentle stretches suitable for all levels of practitioners including beginners. The ...
All-on-X: Treatment Considerations for the Edentulous Patient 198
This course will focus on the current and future applications of fixed complete dentures. With this treatment option, there are specific diagnostic and treatment planning considerations that will be discussed. Additionally, the benefits and limitations ...
A Guide to Silver Diamine Fluoride & Nonsurgical Management and Atraumatic Restorative Treatment 178
There has been tremendous interest surrounding the use of Silver Diamine Fluoride from the public, patients and dentists. Learn the principles of case selection, informed consent, treatment planning, and a clinical protocol for SDF. You can restore cavities ...
Cases that Haunt Us: How to React, Rebound and Recover From Clinical Failures 180
Don’t deny it! Admit it! Every one of us has had this happen during your career! The cases that you didn’t read the patient well, didn’t get the proper diagnostic material, didn’t take the time to really listen and see what was appropriate for your patient. Whether ...
From Acceptable to Exceptional: How to Raise Your Team's Performance and Keep Them Engaged 212
This program addresses the challenge of engaging and retaining team members whether you are affected by the shrinking workforce or employee burnout. Satisfy the staffing demands in your practice by attracting talent and bring your current team members from ...
Laying it Down: Create Beautiful Anterior Composite Restorations 201
Scared to tackle anterior composite restorations? Yeah, so was I. Come learn layering techniques to create beautiful restorations and turn yourself into the "Ultimate Cosmetic Dentist." Sponsored By GC America
Orthodontic Education Begins in the Hygiene Chair 203
This course explores the importance of recognizing the need for early orthodontic intervention. For most young patients their main dental experience is routine visits to the dental office for hygiene visits and annual exams. This is a critical time to recognize ...
The Woman Dentist’s Guide to Unburdening Your Load and Flourishing Professionally and Personally 196
Women dentists are taking on the challenge of providing quality care in demanding, rapid-paced clinical environments every day. But their ambition and expertise extend beyond just treating patients. To support their hard work both inside and beyond the ...
What Lurks on the Surface: Oral Mucosal Lesions That You Will See and How to Treat Them 290
The oral mucosa is unique with specific pathological entities that only present on the surface. This session will be a review of epithelial lesions that you have seen or will see in your practice. Tips on identifying them and development of a working clinical ...
Becoming a Special Needs Warrior: Your Training Begins Here 176
It doesn’t matter your experience or training; everyone has questions and fears when it comes to treating patients with special needs. Dr. Dent breaks down these common barriers for dental providers by equipping you with the knowledge and how to in a fun and ...
Help! My Patient Has Dementia! What Do I Need to Know? 185
Dementia is one of the most significant public health issues we face today. The number of dementia patients is increasing, largely due to the aging of the population, and a new Alzheimer's disease patient is diagnosed every 67 seconds. Most of these patients ...
Problem Parents? No Problem! 191
Are you among those who think that parents are the problem in a dental office? Do you get frustrated in trying to understand their style of behavior or their communication skills? In this informative program you will learn to identify parent's hidden agendas, why ...
Thu April 25th, 2024
Tackling the Matrix: A Workshop for Dental Assistants 206
Though all levels of assistants are welcome to attend, this interactive workshop is designed mainly with newer dental assistants in mind. Does your anxiety build when you are asked to assemble the matrix retainer? We will review matrix systems to gain competence ...
Cone Beam CT and Navigation Guided Dissection (A Cadaver Workshop) 208
This dissection course explains how to use Cone Beam CT to preview and identify head and neck anatomy prior to and during dissection, including the superficial and deep structures of the face, supra hyoid region, floor of the mouth, neurovascular pathways, ...
Farewell to Filth, Hello to Health: Debunking Old  Myths and Facing New Realities in Infection 169
The healthcare landscape is continuously evolving, with new and emerging pathogens challenging the norms of infection control, especially in the dental industry. This course is designed specifically for dental professionals who strive to provide a safe and ...
Putting Out the Fire: The Hygienist's Role in Inflammatory Disease 213
At some point (hopefully) all dentists and hygienists ask themselves, “Is this all there is… restoring tooth after tooth and prophy after prophy, after bloody prophy?!!” If you are fed up watching disease progress, falling into never-ending pockets, and ...
The Joy and Karma of a Long Dental Hygiene Career: Learn How to Take Care of Yourself and Your Patients at the Same Time 183
Look at your hygiene schedule with determination - and have both you and your patients leave your office healthy with satisfaction. This energetic course will provide innovative instrument designs and solution driven approaches to meet your daily challenges ...
The Great Debate: Are Dentists AS Qualified to Administer BOTOX as Other Certified Professionals? 294
In this debate the controversial question of whether dentists are as qualified to administer Botox as other certified professionals will be addressed. Two debaters will face-off on a serious of moderated questions, covering topics such as: facial anatomy, ...
Mindfulness Meditation for Beginners 245
Meditation is scientifically proven to reduce stress and increase happiness. In this short session, Dawn will lead you through a simple meditation technique, starting you on a journey to a more peaceful and fulfilled existence. No experience needed - just an ...
The Great Debate: Are Pediatric Physicians as Qualified to Administer Silver Diamine Fluoride as Other Certified Professionals? 295
In this debate the controversial question of whether dentists are as qualified to administer SDF as other certified professionals will be addressed. Two debaters will face-off on a serious of moderated questions, covering topics such as: treatment efficacy, ...
A 360 Slam Dunk for Successful Teams: Change is Inevitable – Growth is Optional 181
In this fast past, ever changing world, dental teams must commit to taking a serious look at every aspect of the practice. With a comprehensive feedback process you gain insight into your performance, which allows you to identify opportunities for growth. Enjoy ...
Alter the Tooth Life Cycle: Prep to Temp 202
Major advancements in material science, research and techniques have not found their way into a majority of dental practices. This course will present advanced adhesion techniques and materials to help minimize the removal of healthy tooth structure and ...
Dental Hygiene for the Dementia Patient 186
As the population ages you will encounter increasing numbers of dementia patients in your practice. Most of these patients possess natural dentitions, and dental hygiene becomes vital to reduce the incidence of pain, infection and aspiration. Changes in ...
Eating As If Your Life Depends On It! 194
Daily food choices create the foundation for your overall healthy and ultimately the health of your practice. We will cover hidden influences, sugar awareness, and explore the fascinating connections between brain, gut and the path along the way. Let's look at ...
Innovations in Teledentistry: Past, Present, and Future Applications 215
This course will be presented as part of the STAR Series. This course will discuss what teledentistry is and how Apple Tree Dental has utilized this modality for two decades to increase access to care for vulnerable populations. The presenters will discuss how ...
The ABCs of Restorative Procedures for the Dental Team:  Adhesion, Bands and Composites 207
Basics of restorative procedures will be reviewed and discussed so the assistant can assist more efficiently and the EFDA restore more competently. Confused about what each component really does? Not sure when total/self/selective etch is used? Convinced yet ...
Thursday Afternoon STAR Series 272
The STAR Series features several short presentations on topics of great relevance to dentists practicing today. There will be a 15 minute break between presentations The line up for this STAR Series will be "Innovations in Teledentistry: Past, Present and ...
Diving Into 3D Printing – Let’s Get Started 204
This course explores emerging role of 3D printing in the dental office in a practical and real-world approach. Participants will have an introduction to the clinical and laboratory equipment necessary to 3D printing in office. The digital workflow will be for ...
Minimal Intervention Workshop with SDF, Glass Ionomer Sealants, Glass Hybrid Restoratives, Atraumatic Restorative Treatments, and Hall Technique 179
This afternoon hands-on workshop will walk participants through the step-by-step clinical placement of SDF, GIC sealants, and glass hybrid restoratives. They will also acquire practical experience implementing the Hall Technique and utilize "Atraumatic ...
Navigating the Exhibit Hall 284
The exhibit hall may be daunting to some. Depending on who you talk to, navigating the exhibit hall in a dental meeting may be either a great experience or a misadventure. For those of us who have not had the best experience seeking out dental materials and equipment ...
Thu April 25th, 2024
So Little Room, So Much to See 192
Every pediatric dental examination is like a new patient examination simply because of the dynamics of growth and development. Furthermore, there is much to see in the mouths of children other than caries and loose teeth. This program thoroughly covers all ...
The Dark Side of Implants: Complications, Diagnosis and Management 214
This is a must course for clinicians surgically placing, restoring and maintaining implants. High success and survival rates are reported in the literature however there is an increasing number of complications reported particularly in patients who are at ...
The Sensory Warrior:  How to Be a Sensory Friendly Dentist 177
Dentistry is not just about teeth. It is about the person and their environment that can make or break the experience of a patient at the dentist. In an outside the box approach, Dr. Dent offers alternatives for creating a sensory friendly dental experience. ...
You’re Biased: Now What! Implicit Bias Training  for the Dental Professional 170
The human brain can process 11 million bits of information every second, but our conscious mind can only handle 40-50 pieces of that information, making us 99% unconscious in our thinking [NPR]. What does that mean. We are all biased. Implicit Bias can lead to ...
Don't Click This! HIPAA & Cybersecurity for Dental Practices 238
In order to utilize the Safe Harbor law if there is a data breach, you must demonstrate evidence of having used recognized security practices (RSP) 12 months prior to the breach. This program will walk you through what it means to incorporate RSPs and also address ...
If You See Something, Say Something: Worrisome Lesions of the Oral Cavity 291
Thousands of cases of oral cancer go undiagnosed every year in the United States. A significant delay in the time of onset of disease to the time of diagnosis leads to poor outcomes for patients suffering from oral cancer. The key to improving prognosis is early ...
Make Every Minute Matter: Time Saving Sharpening Solutions 184
The only thing dull in this course will be the instruments we provide to practice your sharpening skills. It’s time to make the successful transition into consistent precise instrument sharpening leading to healthier patient outcomes. This lively hands-on ...
Stress Management and Mindfulness 216
This course will be presented as part of the STAR Series. Stress is part of life. As busy professionals managing many things simultaneously, stress can overwhelm us. We will examine stress and how it affects us. More importantly, we will learn techniques to ...
Gentle Yoga for Dental Practitioners 253
Join us for a gentle exploration of mindfulness and yoga stretches to restore and balance the demands of practicing dentistry. We will explore brief mindfulness practices and gentle stretches suitable for all levels of practitioners including beginners. The ...