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Dental Tribune U.S. Edition | January 2012A10 xxxxxMeetiNgs Suturing techniques will be explained step-by-step, and postoperative in- struction — as well as possible compli- cations — will be discussed. Scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 26, from 2–5 p.m., the course is worth three C.E. credits. A second newly added exhibit hall course, sponsored by Millennium Dental Technologies, features Charles Braga, DMD, who will guide attendees through a basic understanding of la- ser tissue interaction and perform the “laser-assisted new attachment proce- dure” protocol. Attendees will have an opportunity to discuss the science be- hind this treatment protocol and why it works. Scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 28, from 1–3 p.m., the no-charge course is worth two C.E. credits. For more information or to register for these and other live-dentistry pre- sentations, visit www.yankeedental. com. The site also has detailed descrip- tions and preregistration information for more than 300 educational courses that will fit every budget and learning style. Story of hope and working hard The congress opens on Thursday, Jan. 26, with an inspiring message from keynote speaker Dick Hoyt, who with his disabled son Rick competes in mar- athons and triathlons around the world as “Team Hoyt.” It’s a story of hope and working hard for what you believe in. There also will be a guest appearance by Miss Massachusetts Molly Whalen, who will speak on the importance of oral health awareness and her com- mitment to this cause. She will pose for photographs and sign autographs “ Page A7 Registration is now open for the American Academy of Cosmetic Den- tistry (AACD) 28th Annual Scientific Session in Washington, D.C., May 2–5. Building on the success of last year’s session, the event will feature many heavy-hitting educators, social events and networking opportunities. Appro- priately themed, “Learn Outside the Lines,” the conference will challenge attendees with an interdisciplinary ap- proach to education, including a mix of lectures and hands-on workshops. Den- tal teams will return from D.C. with a renewed perspective on the field of cosmetic dentistry after having spent several days honing their skills and learning about new techniques and materials. The session will be hosted at the Gay- lord National Resort & Conference Cen- ter in National Harbor, Md., giving at- tendees the opportunity to engage in a world-class cosmetic dental education and also experience the dynamic city of Washington, D.C. Educators scheduled to appear at the AACD Scientific Session include: • David Garber, DMD • Christian Coachman, DDS, CDT • Eric VanDooren, DDS • Pete Dawson, DDS • John Cranham, DDS • Scott Finlay, DDS • Carl Misch, DDS, MSD • Gordon Christensen, DDS, MSD, PhD • Paul Child, DMD, CDT • Ron Goldstein, DDS “The 28th Annual AACD Scientific Session will challenge attendees to think beyond the norm and realize the limitless opportunities cosmetic den- tistry has for their practice and their patients,” said AACD President John Sullivan, DDS. “Along with great edu- cation, attendees can expect opportu- nities to network, make new friends, and reconnect with the old ones while spending time in the nation’s capital.” AACD members, students, dentists, laboratory technicians, team mem- bers and dental auxiliaries are all wel- comed by the AACD to attend. Visit www.aacdconference.com for more information about the 28th An- nual AACD Scientific session. AACD Scientific Session: 'Learn Outside the Lines' About the AACD The AACD is the world’s largest non- profit member organization dedicated to advancing excellence in compre- hensive oral care that combines art and science to optimally improve den- tal health, esthetics and function. Composed of more than 6,300 cos- metic dental professionals in 70 coun- tries worldwide, the AACD fulfills its mission by offering superior educa- tional opportunities, promoting and supporting a respected accreditation credential, serving as a user-friendly and an inviting forum for the creative exchange of knowledge and ideas, and providing accurate and useful infor- mation to the public and the cosmetic dentistry profession. (Source: American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry) at the conclusion of the keynote. A complimentary light breakfast will be available in the exhibit hall immedi- ately following the presentation. Remember to plan your dental prod- uct purchases at YDC. Not only will there be numerous specials , but if you spend more than $2,500 on the exhib- it hall floor you may be eligible for a complimentary registration for Yankee Dental Congress 2013. The exhibit hall hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Thursday and Friday and 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. On the lighter side Lighter-side activities include Friday Night Laughs with Boston‘s Best Com- ics, featuring Lenny Clarke. It’s a per- fect opportunity to share a few laughs with your friends, colleagues and fami- ly. Clarke will be joined on stage by two other Boston comics, Tony V and Steve Sweeney. On Thursday, don’t miss the YDC Beach Ball, the annual “Fun, Fun, Fun” family-friendly beach party. Groove to the tunes of legendary California band Papa Doo Run Run, whose act encom- passes all the great classic rock hits of the '60s and '70s, with a special empha- sis on their award-winning recreation of the hits by The Beach Boys. A more successful dental career starts at Yankee Dental Congress, and the Massachusetts Dental Society looks forward to seeing you there. Visit www.yankeedental.com to regis- ter for courses and events and take ad- vantage of reduced rates on hotels and one-stop reservations for airlines and car rentals. (Source: Massachusetts Dental Society) Interdisciplinary approach to education includes mix of lectures and hands-on workshops The Gaylord National Resort & Conference Center in National Harbor, Md., with its 18-story-tall climate-controlled atrium of glass and steel, is host site of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry 28th Annual Scientific Session. Photo/Gaylord Hotels The AACD 2012 conference guide cover Photo/AACD