Dental Tribune U.S. Edition

Dental Tribune U.S. Edition | February 2012A8 MeetiNgs 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.” 'Learn Outside the Lines' AACD members, students, dentists, laboratory technicians, team members and dental auxiliaries are all welcomed by the AACD to attend. Visit www.aacdconference.com for more information about the 28th An- nual AACD Scientific session. 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) Interdisciplinary approach to education features lectures and hands-on workshops at AACD Scientific Session 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 Atlanta meeting marks 'Century of Excellence' The Thomas P. Hinman Dental Meeting is celebrating “A Century of Excellence” with its centennial meeting, March 22– 24. The 100th Hinman features: more than 65 world-class dental experts; near- ly 200 courses, including 50 hands-on workshops; all-day educational tracks for dentists, dental hygienists, assistants and office staff; and nearly 400 compa- nies demonstrating the latest in dentist- ry. At least 23,000 dental professionals are expected at the Georgia World Con- gress Center in Atlanta. “We couldn’t be more excited to be cel- ebrating the 100th Hinman, and in hon- or of this special occasion, we have lined up an impressive roster of speakers, in- novative exhibits and the parties of the century,” said Dr. Allen French, general chairman of the 2012 Hinman Dental Meeting. “What started as a study club in 1912 has grown to become the preemi- nent dental meeting in the country with a 100-year legacy of excellence.” The man behind the meeting was Dr. Thomas P. Hinman, an Atlanta dentist who many consider to be the forefather of modern dental continuing education. By the age of 40, he was an internation- ally renowned lecturer, educator and leader in the dental profession — a trail- blazer and visionary who saw the value in continuing education. Even though Dr. Hinman passed away more than 80 years ago, his vision and many of the tra- ditions he established are still observed at the annual meeting today. Hinman’s 2012 Continuing Education program includes a new three-day edu- cational track, “Emerging Dentist’s Sur- vival Guide,” designed for new dentists and dental students. In addition, the “Business Fast Track” returns this year, offering a total of eight courses for den- tists. Also, returning this year are the all-day educational tracks, “Prevention Convention,” “Assisting Extravaganza,” and “Business Office Bonanza,” which are designed specifically for dental hygien- ists, dental assistants and office staff. In addition to a complete continuing education program and an expansive 90,000-square-foot exhibit hall, the 100th Hinman will entertain attendees as well. Thursday’s keynote session fea- tures Former First Lady Laura Bush. Two “Parties of the Century” — the Dentist Reception and Auxiliary Reception — are Friday night in the Omni Hotel. And there will be a special centennial prize program that includes diamond and $100-bill giveaways, Delta Air Lines tick- ets, two resort vacations and more. For more information about the 2012 meeting and to register online, visit www.hinman.org. (Source: Hinman Dental Meeting) Thomas P. Hinman Dental Meeting is March 22–24. At least 23,000 dental professionals are expected at the 100th Hinman Dental Meeting, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, pictured. Photo/Georgia World Congress Center.