Jon B. Suzuki, DDS, PhD, MBA
"Emerging Trends in Periodontics and Immunology"
9:00 am - 11:45 am
3 units
And
"Immunology for Dental Professionals"
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
3 units
The morning course will begin with a case series of periodontal and implant patients for treatment planning. Many factors of patient management will be discussed. Surgical and nonsurgical approaches will be highlighted as well as risk factors for other systemic diseases. In the afternoon, Dr. Suzuki will discuss how immune mechanisms play an increasingly important role in medicine and dentistry. Current information about genetics and epigenetics will be presented. These courses are designed for dentists and dental hygienists.
Clifford J. Ruddle, DDS, FACD, FICD
"Creating Endodontic Excellence I"
9:00 am - 11:45 am
3 units
And
"Creating Endodontic Excellence II"
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
3 units
In Part I, Dr. Ruddle will review the rationale for treatment; demonstrate through clinical videos how to create straight-line access, including finding, following and filling anatomically difficult canals; and show breakthrough concepts and instruments for glide path management. Part II will include descriptions on how to use a new revolutionary single-file technique for predictably shaping the vast majority of all canals, emphasize the latest simple-to-use methods to promote "active" irrigation and disinfection, and identify the most recent advances in 3-D obturation.
Mike Carroll, Practice Broker
Ann Cisneros, Income and Estate Gifts
Gary Mitchell, Insurance Broker
Steve Tiret, CPA
Daryl Weinroth, Esq.
"What You Need to Know Before You Begin, Grow or Sell Your Practice"
9:00 am - 11:30 am
Continuing after lunch
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
0 units
Participants can ask our panel of Pacific Dugoni Foundation (PDF) experts about financing and/or tax consequences of purchasing a practice, pros and cons of purchasing vs. starting from scratch, how much insurance you will need, and what legal issues you may face. Participants will have the opportunity to
speak to the experts in separated areas for privacy.
Jeff Brucia, DDS
"Restorative Materials Update 2011"
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
4 units
This course has been designed for all members of the dental team who wish to improve their knowledge of restorative materials and techniques. Dr. Brucia will provide an overview of the restorative options you should be considering today as well as a comprehensive discussion of the ever-changing world of dentinal adhesives. Materials and techniques discussed for both direct and indirect restorations will guide you to meet your patients' expectations for quality dental care.
Mark E. Hyman, DDS, MAGD
"Inspire Before you Expire — Practice Leadership 2011"
9:00 am - 1:00 p.m
4 units
Highly successful teams have discovered the five key principles of inspirational leadership that guarantee their success during turbulent times. Learn how to inspire your team, your patients,
and yourself as we refuse to engage in the recession. Embrace proven cutting-edge skills on which highly successful teams thrive. "Go where there is no path, and leave a trail today!"
Ron Goldman, Esquire
"The California Dental Practice Act"
9:00 am - 11:00 am
2 units
This two-hour presentation is designed to meet the state dental board's requirement for a course on the California Dental Practice Act, and it includes all elements required by the board. It is a review of basic dental practice law, along with important ethical components of effective practice. The program is designed for doctors and staff.
Eve Cuny, MS
"California Dental Board Infection Control Requirements"
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
2 units
This course meets the requirement for 2 units of CE in infection control for all licensed dental workers in California. The program focuses on practical ways for the dental team to meet the minimum standards for infection control. Download course handout >>
Maximum C.E. units available during this meeting through the Alumni Association: 12
