The American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (AAED) is inviting everyone to their 38^th Annual Meeting happening from August 7 to 10, 2013 at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Washington DC.

The event features a wide array of professionals in the industry seeking to build their networks. This year, the meeting will be open and larger than the ones in the past but attendees can rest assured that the quality of the gathering will not falter.

The American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry was formed in 1975 and has members from throughout the United States and 11 other countries. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois the group is governed by an Executive Council.

Academy members are truly the elite professionals of this field and are internationally known for their work. Membership is offered by invitation only, and the Bylaws restrict the growth of the Academy’s membership in order to maintain the highest levels of excellence.

For more information, please visit http://www.estheticacademy.org.

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This three-day conference will feature some of the best practitioners in the industry today. The discussions in this year’s gathering include:

• ACD/ICD/PFA Breakfast – What Should I Do Now? by Dr. W. King Smith
• Making IT Happen in Your Practice by Darin McCue, Phoenix Systems
• Management of Special Needs Patients by Dr. Harvey Levy
• Patient Communication by Dr. Robin Wright
• Management of the Periodontal Patient by Dr. Samuel Low
• Health Information Technology by Maryland Health Care Commission
• Starting or Purchasing a Practice by Bank of America
• UMSD Alumni Course- Zirconia Meets Lithium Disilicate by Dr. Christian Stappert
• Prescription Drug Abuse by Dr. Marvin Leventer
• Management of Special Needs Patients (HANDS ON) by Dr. Harvey Levy
• Anterior Esthetic Techniques and Materials by Dr. Lee Ann Brady
• Female Patient Management by Dr. Virginia Hughson-Otte
• Occlusion Simplified by Dr. Jose Luis-Ruiz
• Win the Battle Against Biofilm (HANDS ON) by Marianne Dryer, RDH
• CNA Liability and Risk Management Seminar by Dr. Ronald Lentz,
• Compliance To New Federal Air Emissions Regulations & The Management of Mercury Laden Products by Curtis Bay Energy
• What’s Bugging You? What’s New in Infection Control by Dr. Lou DePaola
• CPR Renewal for Healthcare Providers by Virginia Hickman
• Mid Atlantic PANDA by Dr. Suzanne Kim

There will also be silent auctions, complementary lunches, a mini golf tournament, and more!

For more information, please visit http://www.msda.com.

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There will also be exhibitors who will be showcasing dentistry-related products and services including impression materials and supplies, dental adherents, dental supplies and equipment, practice sales/transitions, practice management, Endodontic systems, leasing companies, patient financing services, marketing tools, communication systems, general contractors, insurance, dental dealers, cosmetic dentistry, disposable products, electronic claims, and many more.

For inquiries, please call the event organizers at 480-344-5777 or at 800-866-2732 (Toll Free). Inquiries can also be sent via their contact form which can be found here.

For more information or to find updates about the event, please visit http://www.westernregional.org.

The event shall feature continuing education opportunities of up t 16.5 hours from leaders in the field of dentistry. There will be a special session featuring Dr. John West and Dr. Tobin Bellamy as well as from other renowned speakers who will be more than happy to provide insights on the advancements in dentistry. There   will also be a trade show that includes over 150 exhibits that participants can fully enjoy.

Attendees can register online at https://pndc2013.expotracker.net or they may email or fax this form to the organizers.

For questions, please contact Katie Olson at katie@wsda.org or at 800-448-3368.  For more information about the event, please visit http://www.wsda.org.

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This year’s speakers include:

• Dr. John Molinari, director of Infection Control for the Dental Advisor in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He will be heading the “Infection Control: That Thing You Do Why Do You Do It?” and the “Allergic Patients and Dental Care Providers: Practice Implications” seminars.

• Dr. Edward Zuckerberg who will be heading the “Social Media is Here to Stay: How to Best Market Your Practice in the 21st Century” talk.
• Mr. V.J. Smith, a professional speaker who will be discussing about “The Richest Man in Town”.
• Dr. Lou Graham, founder of the continuing education group, Catapult who will be talking about “Updates in Direct Restorative Dentistry” and “Updates in Direct Restorative Dentistry”.
• Ms Marsha Freeman who will be handling the “Personalities: Yours, Mine, Theirs, and What to do About it!” and the “Team Systems That Work” seminars.
• Ms. Jennifer Nehl, Education Director for Wyoming Ag in the Classroom, who will be heading a course called “A Framework for Understanding the Poverty Mindset”; and
• D. Robert Lowe who will be discussing “Aesthetic Overhaul from Basic to Cutting Edge” and “Clinical Treatment Planning and Problem Solving – When It Doesn’t Go By The Book”.

Pre-registration ends on April 30^th. To register or to find out more about the event, please visit http://www.sddental.org.

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Participants will get the chance to immerse themselves in various workshops, sessions, mentoring, auctions, educational sessions, and exhibits that will help them leap forward in the industry. The event also presents a perfect opportunity to meet top players in the industry and to gain useful insight from the big guys in this practice.

Moreover, the AACD scientific session attendees are eligible to earn a maximum of 21 certified CE credits for their participation in the 29th Annual AACD Scientific Session. The innovative nature of this event guarantees that participants will be able to learn about emerging technologies, new clinical techniques, team-based courses, and practice management strategies.

For inquiries, please call 800.543.9220 or follow this link. To register to this event and to find out more about this year’s conference, please visit http://www.aacd.com

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Aside from the ODA, the Oregon Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (OSOMS), the Oregon State Association of Endodontists (OSAE), the Oregon Society of Periodontists (OSP), the Oregon Academy of General Dentistry (OAGD), the Oregon Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (OAPD), the Oregon Dental Assistants Association (ODAA), The Oregon Dental Executives’ Association (ODEA), and the Oregon Dental Hygienists’ Association (ODHA) will be present at the convention.

There are great activities and scientific sessions planned out for the participants for this year’s conference together with over 200 exhibitors who will grace the Exhibit Hall. Check out this preview program to learn about the exciting stuff in store for you!

 This event will also allow participants to earn up to 18 continuing education (CE) credits.

For more information about the event, please visit the ODA website HERE.

This event is a premier event in dental education and will be featuring small group discussions, faculty development workshops, symposia, and plenary sessions with world renowned presenters. It shall foster networking especially for those new in the industry as well as opportunities for professional development

This year’s theme is “Landscape of Learning” where discussions will revolve around the key issues and future-oriented concepts in dental education and oral health, while underscoring academic dentistry’s commitment to lifelong learning.

An expected 2,000 participants will be present for the event which includes dental education community members like deans, program directors, faculty, students, and residents.

Aside from the lectures, there will also be an exhibit hall where all the participants will find very useful in their field.

Early registration begins on March 1^st. Visit this LINK to sign up.

For more information, please contact dpdm@adea.org or visit http://www.adea.org.

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The sedation course is intended for pediatric dentists who have been trained in sedation techniques during their graduate or residency programs. Key topics linked to sedation such as monitoring of the patient among others will be discussed. Moreover, materials will be provided including a narrative on issues such as child personality and selection of drugs and a reference list.

Stephen Wilson, D.M.D., M.A., Ph.D. will be speaking at the event and is also the course director. Steven Ganzberg, D.M.D., M.S., Alan Milnes, D.D.S., Ph.D., and Sarat Thikkurissy, D.D.S., M.S. are the invited faculty and will also be sharing their knowledge on the topic.

Registration fees to the event fees are as follows:

AAPD Member— $895

AAPD Student Member— $395

Nonmember Dentist— $1,095

For more information, please visit the event website.

The activity starts at 9:30 am lasting until 5:30 pm on Thursday and Friday, while the Saturday session will begin at 9:00 am up until 4:00pm. All dental professionals are invited to attend. Technicians, press, and exhibitors are also welcome to join.

The exhibit aims to access 27,000 professionals involved in dental services like dentists, dental students, hygienist, and assistants, and to provide multi promotional and sponsorship opportunities as well. Moreover, this gathering will allow participants to enroll in all Yankee programs.

For more information, feel free to visit the Massachusetts Dental Society’s website at http://www.massdental.org and http://www.yankeedental.com, contact the Exhibit Department at (508)449-6059, or send an email to exhibits@massdental.org.