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Dental Tribune U.S. Edition

GNYDM Preview DENTAL TRIBUNE | November 20118A The biggest dental convention in the United States — and one of the biggest in the world — opens on Friday, Nov. 25 and runs through Wednesday, Nov. 30 in New York City. The Greater New York Dental Meeting features lots of big num- bers: It’s in its 87th year as an annual session; it expects 59,000- plus attendees from more than 130 countries; it offers hundreds of con- tinuing education courses; and its exhibit floor features more than 500 exhibitors in more than 1,500 booths. But the meeting features an impressive low number, too: a zero-dollar preregistration fee for all dental professionals and their guests. (If you don’t preregister, you’ll need to pay a $30 administra- tive fee at the door.) The entire program, with rare exception, is under one roof: the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center on 11th Avenue between 34th and 39th streets. Here’s what you get: Exhibit Floor The exhibit floor is open for four full days, providing ample oppor- tunity to connect with providers of the products and services that will most benefit your business. You can touch, use and compare the newest materials and technolo- gies in dentistry. Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Mon- day and Tuesday and 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesday. Live Dentistry Arena (no tuition!) This revolutionary concept offers eight live-patient demonstrations on the exhibit floor, all tuition-free. Two large screens on either side of the stage and smaller screens throughout the audience provide up-close views of the procedures in real-time. Attendees can earn up to 24 hours of free CE credits. Educational programs The meeting offers an unparalleled educational program, featuring some of the most highly regarded Big value and no admission fee Greater New York Dental Meeting offers six high-value days in New York City, Friday, Nov. 25 – Wednesday, Nov. 30 educators in dentistry. You are able to choose from 300 essays, full-day and half-day semi- nars as well as hands-on workshops, including educational programs such as “Salivary Diagnostics” (offered in English and Spanish), “Botox/Dysport and Dermal Fillers,” “Lasers,” “Orthodontics,” “End- odontics” and much more. International Pavilion The GNYDM has significantly expanded its international pro- gram, having attracted 6,970 inter- national visitors in 2010. All education programs are dis- counted by 50 percent for interna- tional attendees, and there is never a registration fee for international attendees. Free multi-language courses are offered in Portuguese, French and Spanish; and this year Italian and Russian are included the mix. New York City holiday magic The greatest city in the world has so much to offer during the holiday season. Attendees have access to: dis- counted tickets to highly acclaimed Broadway shows (through www. gnydm.com); listings of top-notch restaurants with breathtaking views; countless historical sites within walking distance of the meeting; and access to the most spectacular holiday festivities in the world (the annual tree lighting at Rockefeller Center coincides with the final day of the meeting this year, Wednes- day, Nov. 30). Easy access With three major airports serving the city, Newark Liberty (EWR), Kennedy (JFK) and La Guardia (LGA), and special discounted hotel rates, it’s easy to schedule a visit to New York City during this delightful time of year. To make hotel reservations and register for the meeting visit www. gnydm.com. DT (Source: Greater New York Dental Meeting) Greater New York Dental Meeting Live Dentistry Arena (Aisle 6000) Sunday, Nov. 27 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. VOCO America presents “Anterior Composites” with Dr. Frank Milnar 2:30–5 p.m. Discus Dental presents “Cosmetics and Restorations” with Dr. Michael Miyasaki Monday, Nov. 28 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. VOCO America presents “Class IV Restorations” with Dr. Frank Milnar 2:30 p.m.–5 p.m. OcoBioMedical presents “Implant Placement” with Dr. Aza Nazarian Tuesday, Nov. 29 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Discus Dental presents “Whitening Techniques” with Dr. Marilyn Ward 2:30–5 p.m. Henry Schein Dental presents “Implants, Restoration and Technology” with Drs. Ruben Cohen and Gary Kaye Wednesday, Nov. 30 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Nobel Biocare presents “Prosthetic Rehabilitation” with Drs. Hooman Zarrinkelk and Joseph Massad 2:30–5 p.m. “Bar Retainer Prosthesis and Implants” with Dr. Joseph Massad (Source: Greater New York Dental Meeting) (Photo/Provided by GNYDM) One of many iconic NYC holiday scenes: the lighted tree and ice skaters at Rockerfeller Center. (Photo/Provided by Will Steacy, NYC & Company) New York City skyline on the Hudson River. (Photo/Provided by Marley White, NYC & Company)