FEATURED SPEAKERS
Markus Blatz DMD PhD
Irwin Smigel Keynote Speaker-"Contemporary Ceramics in Aesthetic Dentistry"
We are proud to present Dr. Markus Blatz as our 2025 Irwin Smigel Keynote Speaker.
Thomas Dudney DMD
“The Porcelain Veneer Mystique”
In order to have consistently successful results with porcelain veneers, the dentist must be proficient in 4 areas. They are ideal minimally invasive tooth preparation, the ability to fabricate beautiful provisional restorations and use them as a communication tool, use smile design principles to visualize what makes a smile attractive and achieve it, and know how to adhesively bond non-retentive restorations. This lecture will discuss all 4 critical steps to achieve success and demonstrate them with clinical cases.
Jeff Shapiro DDS
“The Art and Architecture of Digital Smile Design”
Join us for a visually-driven, clinically grounded journey into the world of Digital Smile Design (DSD). Explore the intersection of art, technology, and facially-driven principles to elevate smile design from functional restoration to emotional transformation. Through step-by-step workflows, real patient cases, and dynamic visualization tools, learn how to translate esthetic vision into digital mockups, 3D simulations, and final ceramic restorations. Emphasis is placed on artistic decision-making, collaborative lab communication, and the emotional impact of smile design. Ideal for clinicians ready to blend intuition with innovation,
Susan McMahon DMD
“Smile Revolution: Ai-Powered Design & 3-D Printing for the Modern Dental Practice”
AI-enhanced smile design software allows you to visualize and plan perfect smiles with unprecedented precision, while 3D printing brings these designs to life. Occlusal guards, surgical guides, models, retainers, prototypes, provisionals, clear aligners, dentures, and permanent restorations can all be designed digitally and printed quickly. Experience how 3-D printing and AI smile design can accelerate your workflow and create a truly modern digital practice.
Deepak Mehta DDS
"Elevating Posterior Adhesive Indirect Restorations: Diagnosis to Delivery"
Posterior adhesive indirect restorations have evolved significantly, offering clinicians a refined balance between function, durability and esthetics. This presentation offers a comprehensive, evidence-based approach. Emphasis will be placed on clinical decision making, preparation design, material selection, adhesive protocols, and workflows. Gain strategies to improve predictability, enhance longevity, and deliver high-quality outcomes tailored to the demands of the modern esthetic practice.
Miles Cone DDS
“Hiding in Plain Sight: Creating Fake Teeth for Real People in the Age of Cosmetic Cliché”
The number of edentulous patients continues to grow, and much of what clinicians have learned during their dental school education to treat this demographic is based on dogmatic principles. This lecture will present real-world cases and outline the diagnosis, treatment planning, material selection, and techniques necessary for treating the edentulous patient with implant-assisted prosthetics to ensure predictable outcomes.
Andres Ponce DDS
"Digital Marketing in Dentistry"
This presentation highlights how to effectively communicate through social media channels with diverse audiences. It emphasizes the delivery of valuable content and ideas related to your daily practice in an innovative and efficient manner. Learn strategies for effectively utilizing social media platforms to promote your services, build your brand, and attract new patients. Learn how to harness the power of social media to enhance your professional communication, marketing efforts, and ultimately, your practice success.
HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS
Howard S. Glazer DDS
“I Have It...You Need It!”
This is a program about real dentistry for real people by a real dentist! See a potpourri of materials and techniques that will make your day at the office easier, more productive and fun! Topics my include Composites, Adhesives, Bio-Active Materials & Techniques, Impression & Provisional Materials, Rotary Cutting Instruments, Lasers, Curing Lights, Patient Communication Tools, and Cements. Learn about many new products that can make your day at the office easier, more productive and fun.
Ryan Johnson
"Computerized Digital Smile Design Hands-On"
Computerized smile design allows dentists to design their patient’s smile and share the appearance with the patient for evaluation before beginning treatment. This course will allow you hands-on experience working on a computer to design and create a new smile. Learn how to integrate digital smile design workflow into your practice. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the latest technology for yourself. Attendance is limited and the first to signup will have the opportunity to download a temporary program to use on their own computer during the session.
Rolando Nunez DDS MS
"Bonding and Beer: Crafting the Perfect Bond"
Dental ceramics have revolutionized restorative dentistry, offering unparalleled aesthetics and durability. However, achieving reliable bonding to these materials presents unique challenges for clinicians. This course will cover the intricacies of bonding to dental ceramics, specifically porcelain, lithium disilicate and zirconia. Participants will learn the latest bonding techniques, materials, and technologies to optimize adhesion to these three distinct ceramic types and gain invaluable insights into surface treatment protocols for each material.
Joyce Bassett DDS
"The Power of Pink: Creating Undetectable Restorations with Direct Composite"
Patients often present with gum recession and unsightly black triangles. Pink composite can be a practical alternative to periodontal surgery. Gain the knowledge and skill to use the proper opacities and thickness of pink composite to effectively treat these unsightly and unhealthy areas. Learn how to use pink composite to alter the perceived length of teeth without surgical procedures. Make sure to bring your loupes for this excellent technique-filled course.
Daniel Ward DDS
"Dental Photography Made Easy"
Dental Photography is the ideal communication tool to help patients understand their smile and to motivate them to make the best clinical decisions. Newer cameras, designed specifically for use in the dental office, are lighter, easier to use by staff and more predictable. You will have the opportunity to try traditional and specialty dental cameras and learn how simple it can be to take great photos.
David Mazza DDS
"Immediate Implant Provisionalization and Characterization'
This course will focus on the restoration of dental implants with provisionals to achieve optimal emergence profiles. Attendees will learn how to sculpt proper gingival architecture that supports both function and esthetics. Techniques to imitate the contralateral tooth in shape, contour, and shade will be discussed, enhancing the overall natural appearance. Emphasis will be placed on immediate provisionalization protocols that contribute to successful long-term outcomes.
Marcos Vargas DDS MS
”Excellence in Anterior and Posterior Direct Resin Composites”
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Dr. Vargas will be presenting hands-on programs on 2-different afternoons. The first day program will be techniques to successfully close anterior diastemas. The second day will be a posterior composite course. Don't miss the opportunity to learn directly from this Master.
Chase Larsen DMD
"Porcelain Laminate Veneer Preparation and Provisionalization Technique Workshop"
Join us for a hands-on porcelain veneer workshop focused on veneer preparation and provisionalization techniques using proven, step-by-step systems. Participants will utilize laboratory wax-ups and preparation guides to achieve precise veneer preparations while preserving tooth structure and optimizing aesthetics. Together we will also fabricate beautiful provisional veneers that are both predictable and functional using a shrink-to-fit technique—ensuring a seamless transition from initial smile design to final restorations.
“Clinical Photography and Beyond”
Empower yourself with the skills to capture impactful clinical photographs. Understanding lighting techniques, equipment selection, and advanced editing will ensure that you can produce high-impact images. The program goes beyond the basics, delving into the art of clinical photography with a focus on different facial types and how to highlight key features. Refining posture, posing, and composition, will ensure that every clinical photograph tells a compelling story. Learn how to excel in clinical photography and leverage these skills for both clinical and marketing success.
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