Meeting Synopsis

• The conference presentations will provide insight into the new 3-D imaging technology revolution. The journey begins with treatment planning and case presentation models that will increase predictability.
• The point – counterpoint presentation style will be used to illustrate how different treatment paradigms are resolved successfully, both surgically, and prosthetically.
• Phamacological protocols will be reviewed as well as the latest research in PRP technology that can be implemented into every day dental practice to improve treatment outcomes.
• The journey continues with the presentation of innovative technology used in hard and soft tissue surgical techniques for implant site and development and implant placement.
• Staff breakout sessions will include asepsis protocols and aftercare training. Communication specialists will be utilized for staff training to strengthen the dental practice presence in the community.
• Evidence based protocols will be provided to predictably rescue ailing and failing implants utilizing LASER technology.
• Finally, the last day will be devoted to various case presentations that will illustrate the connection of technology with treatment.

Meeting Objectives

1. Insight into the advantages of utilizing 3-D imaging in treatment planning, surgery, and case finishing; and how to implement hardware and software technologies into their dental practice.
2. A review of current Pharmacology protocols including how to handle the patient on Bisphosphonates, and how to get more out of PRP technology.
3. The current soft and hard tissue management/grafting skills for maximum esthetics and maintenance around dental implants.
4. Innovative new skills for providing impeccable service, for attracting more new patients, for branding strategies, and how to better utilize electronic technology in connecting with patients.
5. The current accepted surgical aseptic protocols and how to implement them into their practice.
6. New skills in rescuing ailing and failing implants through LASER technology.

2008 Featured Speakers

Connect With Staff & Patients Angie Skinner
is a dental management consultant and co-founder of Dental Genius.™

With close to fifteen years of retail management and corporate training experience, Angie is one of the nation’s best presenters, maintaining membership with the National Speakers Association. She dynamically teaches dentists and their teams how to provide impeccable service, attract more new patients, implement branding strategy and utilize technology to connect with patients.

Connect With Staff & Patients Penny Limoli
was a consultant, franchise owner and national trainer for a large dental practice management company before co-founding Dental Genius™ in 2001.

Penny’s business background coupled with her office management experience in dentistry and a keen sense of humor, make her one of the best presenters in the country. As a member in good standing with the National Speakers Association, she is uniquely qualified to offer presentations on the leadership and systems necessary to have a profitable and efficient dental practice.

Connect with Surgical Asepsis Dr. Walter Chitwood
One of the leading consultants and recognized authority on implant surgical asepsis technique.

Dr. Chitwood is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry, and Honored Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.

Making the Hard & Soft Tissue Implant Connections Dr. Donald Callan

Dr. Donald Callan is an active member of many professional organizations including the AAID Southern District and maintains a private practice limited to Periodontics in Little Rock, Arkansas. Dr. Callan has authored over 60 publications on dental Implant related topics. He has presented lectures on topics including dental implants, soft tissue and bone regenerations, implant maintenance and treatment planning extensively in the United States and internationally.

Making the Treatment/Planning Connection with Difficult Cases, Using the iCat 3D Software Dr. Mark Davis

Dr. Davis is in full time private dental practice in Clearwater, Florida. He is an Honored Fellow of the AAID as well as ABOI/ID Diplomate. He has a long list of leadership credentials, publications, and faculty experience spanning over 25 years that make him one of the most qualified speakers in the field of implant dentistry.

Making the Treatment/Planning Connection with Difficult Cases, Using the iCat 3D Software Dr. Kim Gowey

Dr. Kim Gowey is in full time private dental practice in Medford, Wisconsin. He has been active in the field of implant dentistry since 1981. Currently his practice is 90% implant related. He has placed an restored over 3000 implants, including root forms, plate forms and subperiosteal implants. Dr. Gowey has a long list of service in Implant Dentistry and he is a past president of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. He has served on faculty positions at Marquete University, Baylor College of Dentistry, as well as the AAID Maxi Course, Howard University School of Dentistry. He is an AAID Honored Fellow and ABOI/ID Diplomate.

Making the Connection with Laser Technology Dr. Robert Miller

Dr. Miller is currently in full time Oral/Maxillofacial Surgery. He has extensive experience in the field of implant dentistry including research publications and speaking on topics ranging from guided bone augmentation to Asthetic Laser Surgery in Oral Implantology. Dr. Miller has received many awards for his contributions to the field of Implant Dentistry. He is an AAID Fellow and ABO/ID diplomate, currently serving on the education committee.

Connect with 3D Dental Imaging Dr. Joel Rosenlicht

Dr. Rosenlicht currently serves as Vice President of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. He has published numerous articles and contributed to four text books and is a highly sought after speaker both nationally and internationally on subjects concerning implant dentistry. Operating a full scope private practice in Oral Surgery with emphasis on bone augmentation and implants, Dr. Rosenlicht offers in-office, live surgical programs in Manchester, Connecticut.

Making the Pharmacological Connection Dr. James Ruthkowski

Dr. James Ruthkowski’s training includes a PhD in Pharmacology/Toxicology as well as being in private practice in Clarion, Pennsylvania. He has conducted extensive research and authored publications on his interests in “The Human Growth Factor influence on human stem cells” and “Pharmacology in Sedation Dentistry.” Dr. Ruthkowski ha a long list of contributions to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry and currently serves on the board of directors of The American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry.

AAID Southern District Meeting Program 2008 • June 18 – June 21, 2008

June 18

6:00pm – 730pm

Welcome receptions Hosted by Rocky Mountain Tissue Bank

June 19

8:00am – 9:00am

Continental Breakfast

8:00am – 9:30am

Dr. Joel Rosenlicht: “Connect with the 3-D Dental Imaging with I-Cat.” The new imaging Revolution/innovation to increase predictability and enhance outcomes.

9:30am – 10:30am

Break: Connect with colleagues and exhibitors.

10:30am – 12:00noon

Dr. Joel Rosenlicht: presentation continued.

12:00noon – 1:00pm

Box Lunch: connect with colleagues and exhibitors

1:00pm – 2:30pm

Dr. Kim Gowey and Dr. Mark Davis: Point – Counterpoint style presentation. “Making the treatment planning connection with difficult/advanced cases by utilizing the iCat 3-D imaging and software

2:30pm – 3:30pm

Break – Connect with colleagues and exhibitors.

3:30pm – 5:00pm

Dr. Jim Ruthkowski: “Making the Pharmacological connection” and “Isolation and enhancing PRP in everyday dental practice: the tools and techniques…”

5:00pm – 6:00pm

Reception with Exhibitors

June 20

Clinical Program

8:00am – 9:30am

Dr. Donald Callen: “Implant site development and implant surgical placement for optimum esthetics and health. Making the hard and soft tissue implant connections.”

9:30am – 10:30am

Break to connect with exhibitors

10:30am – 12:00noon

Dr. Donald Callen: presentation continued.

12:00noon – 1:00pm

Box Lunch; Business meeting

1:00pm – 2:30pm

Dr. Mark Davis and Dr. Kim Gowey: Point – Counterpoint style presentation. “Prosthetic driven treatment utilizing computer imaging software.”
“Case finishing Paradigms – The final implant connection.”

2:30pm – 3:30pm

Break with Exhibitors

3:30pm – 5:00pm

Dr. Robert Miller: Make the connection with Laser technology – ” Rescuing failing implants with LASER technology

June 20

Staff Program

8:00am – 9:30am

Dr. Walter Chitwood: Asepsis tools and techniques: Training the implant surgical team to connect with aseptic techniques.

9:30am – 10:30am

Break with Exhibitors

10:30am – 12:00noon

Dr. Walter Chitwood: “Training the patient to connect with aftercare compliance.” Implant aftercare protocols and hygiene therapy. Making the most of electronic technology to obtain patient compliance.

12:00noon – 1:00pm

Lunch on your own

1:00pm – 2:30pm

Penny Reed and Angie Skinner: “Practice management training utilizing electronic technology.” Training your team to Connect wit your community.

2:30pm – 3:30pm

Break with Exhibitors

3:30pm – 5:00pm

Penny Reed and Angie Skinner: Communication training, marketing practice branding strategies. Connecting your practice to your community.

June 20

7:00pm –

Reception at the Georgia Aquarium. Load busses at 6:30pm

June 21

8:00am – noon

Every 20 minutes: Southern District members case presentations

1. 8 Southern District Member Doctors Presentations: Organized by Dr. Adam Foleck and Dr. Bernee Dunson to include cases that show creative treatment utilizing technology to rescue ailing implants, correct complications, provide revisional surgery, Treatment of severely atrophied ridges, etc.

12:00 Noon

Exhibits Close

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