Dental Tribune U.S. Edition

XXXXX Dental Tribune U.S. Edition | March 2012A8 Hinman celebrating ‘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; nearly 200 courses,including50hands-onworkshops; all-day educational tracks for dentists, den- tal hygienists, assistants and office staff; and nearly 400 companies demonstrating the latest in dentistry. At least 23,000 den- tal professionals are expected at the Geor- gia World Congress Center in Atlanta. “We couldn’t be more excited to be cele- brating the 100th Hinman, and in honor of this special occasion, we have lined up an impressive roster of speakers, innovative 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 preeminent dental meeting in the country with a 100-year legacy of ex- cellence.” 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 internationally renowned lecturer, educator and leader in the dental profession — a trailblazer and visionary who saw the value in continu- ing education. Even though Dr. Hinman passed away more than 80 years ago, his vision and many of the traditions he es- tablished are still observed at the annual meeting today. Hinman’s 2012 Continuing Education program includes a new three-day educa- tional track, “Emerging Dentist’s Survival Guide,” designed for new dentists and den- tal students. In addition, the “Business Fast Track” returns this year, offering a total of eight courses for dentists. Also return- ing this year are the all-day educational tracks, “Prevention Convention,” “Assist- ing Extravaganza” and “Business Office Bonanza,” which are designed specifically for dental hygienists, dental assistants and office staff. In addition to a complete C.E. program and an expansive 90,000-square-foot ex- hibit hall, the 100th Hinman will entertain attendees as well. The keynote sessionon March 22 features Former First Lady Laura Bush. Two “Parties of the Century” — the Dentist Reception and Auxiliary Recep- tion — are March 23 in the Omni Hotel. And there will be a special centennial prize program that includes diamond and $100- bill giveaways, Delta Air Lines tickets, two resort vacations and more. For more information about the 2012 Hinman Dental Meeting and to register online, visit www.hinman.org. (Source: Hinman Dental Meeting) Thomas P. Hinman Dental Meeting is March 22–24. Centennial Park is among the many nearby Atlanta attractions awaiting attendees at the Thomas P. Hinman Dental Meeting. Photo/Provided by Georgia World Congress Center Ad MEETINGS