Creating The Total Health Care Team: True tales from the chair and the laboratory
Dr. Martin R. Mendelson
(Sponsored by Vident)
There is no I in TEAM but there is ME! Are you partnering with your laboratory technician as a true member of your team or is it all about ME? Are you communicating with your technician in a subjective or objective manner? Do you expect the technician to work miracles or be a mind reader?
This light hearted approach looks at the relationship between the dentist and the lab from the perspective of someone who has been the communicator from both sides. We will explore mechanisms and systems from the initial exam to help increase the predictability and consistency of your laboratory fabricated restorations.
Lastly we will discuss effective color communication. Regardless of the material selected, the only area in dentistry that even an untrained eye can identify as questionable with a tooth is the shade. What are the three factors that will determine predictable success in shade selection and color communication? Understanding color, understanding what influences our perception of color and utilizing this knowledge for predictable step-by-step shade taking.
Emerging Dental Materials
(for dentists…or anyone who thinks they hate dental materials)
Dr. Novy
(Sponsored by GC America)
If the thought of sitting through a dental materials course makes you want to yawn, then this course is for you. Using a mini-lecture series format and the most current (and relevant) materials research, you’ll get caught up on a myriad of current dental controversies such as: Dentin bonding agents, caries detecting dyes, pulp capping, bleaching and understanding the various types of fluoride (no, they aren’t all the same). This course will be a great way to understand what has occurred in the research world, without ever having to read an abstract.
Occlusal Precision: Exploring Technologies Role
Dr. Steven Rose
(Sponsored by Tekscan)
This is a unique opportunity to learn how computerized occlusal analysis can improve your practice. In this short program, you will learn how to easily integrate T-Scan technology to deliver the results your patients expect. Case examples highlighting the importance of measuring occlusal force and time and the potential consequences of occlusal failure will be presented. This lecture will include a live demonstration of the T-Scan system.
Maximizing Technology through Teamwork
Dr. Bill Kimball
(Sponsored by Patterson Dental)
Do you feel like your office is running you?! Learn the secrets of making technology (and your practice) work for you! In this fast paced and interactive session you’ll learn how to be more comfortable leading the team by utilizing proven business systems and strategies. Create a more profitable practice with less stress. A team focused on shared goals can enjoy the benefits from amazing technologies now available in dentistry! Be sure to bring the whole team. This is a session you won’t want to miss.
The Dental Concierge
Bob Maccario
(Sponsored by Springstone)
Turn Your Patients into Guests, Increase Treatment Acceptance, Get Out from Under the Insurance Burden, Eliminate Accounts Receivable and Statements.
Topics to be mastered:
1. Helping your guests say "Yes to the Best"
2. Scripts for treatment acceptance
3. Closing on quality, not insurance limitations
4. Obtaining sound financial arrangements
5. VIP express checkout
6. A complete PowerPoint presentation for treatment acceptance
7. And more...
Laser-Assisted Soft Tissue Management: Clinical Predictability and Benefits
Chris Justen, Ph.D., MBA
(Sponsored by Deka Lasers)
During this participation lecture, doctors will learn the basics of Laser Physics, Laser Tissue Interaction, and Laser Safety. This preview will be followed by a complete overview of clinical applications were lasers are successfully integrated in daily practice. Doctors will be presented with pre-op cases, laser assisted treatment and post-op.
Dentistry in a Digital World
Dr. Jack Ringer
(Sponsored by Esthetic Professionals)
Digital technology has become an essential part of every dental practice with new and creative uses expanding daily. Keeping up with and integrating the many new digital applications is overwhelming for most practices. This program is structured to provide both the dentist and staff with the knowledge and hands-on skills necessary to easily integrate digital technology and applications seamlessly into the participants practice. Staff delegation is the key!