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Dental Tribune U.S. Edition

Dental Tribune U.S. Edition | March 2015a10 Ad Florida dental meeting focuses on career and life balance The Florida Dental Association will hold its annual meeting, the Florida Dental Convention (formerly the Florida National Dental Convention — FNDC), at the Gay- lord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Orlando from June 11-13. (Unlike years past, for a change this year’s event does not fall on Father’s Day weekend.) This year’s scientific program, “Den- tistry Beyond the Tooth — Career & Life in Balance,” features a broad spectrum of topics, ranging from “Balancing the Occlu- sion” to “Creating a Balance in Life.” With more than 100 lectures, 33 workshops and three mini-residencies, there is likely to be a course for everyone on the dental team. The convention program experience is designed to touch on each of the follow- ing elements: healthy practice, healthy your team with the tools necessary to incorporate new and emerging technol- ogy and techniques to optimize clinical skills business growth and team building. Hot topics include: componeers, one-step dentures, sleep dentistry, head and neck dissection, cone-beam anatomy, HPV and biofilm control and prevention. Meeting organizers invite you to join your colleagues for the high-value C.E. ses- sions, many of which are available at no extra cost. New this year will be special courses geared toward the new dentist. Also, as a tribute to the industry’s hard-working hygienists, the meeting will offer a “free” C.E. course on Saturday, designed specifi- cally for the practice of dental hygiene. In addition,attendeescanconsideroneofthe one-hour, “hot topic” sessions. Meeting organizers invite you to come for the C.E. and stay for the fun. The nightly parties are designed to be family friendly and include a “magical” night out at Disney’s Magic Kingdom on Saturday. Learn more at www.floridadental convention.com or call (800) 877-9922. (Source: Florida Dental Association) EVENTS mouth, healthy mind, healthy body and healthy life. Each day begins with a “High Energy — High Impact” motivational speaker, with a topic oriented toward the entire team. These dynamic, kick-off speakers were specifically selected for their demonstrated ability to move and inspire audiences. Dr. Uchi Odiatu will set the tone with his opening keynote session on Thursday, “Living Your Dreams.” As a general den- tist, motivational speaker, lifestyle coach, TV personality, wellness author, certified trainer, lecturer, nutritionist and athlete, Odiatu is known for his inspiring and thought-provoking presentations. On Friday, the meeting will welcome Dave Weber with “Conquering Your Go- liaths.” Weber’s fun, high-energy and en- tertaining style has made him one of the nation’s most sought after speakers. He is a crowd pleaser. He’s known for his ability to motivate, challenge and inspire his au- diences. Morris Morrison will be the finale key- note speaker, presenting “Lead-ur-ship Starts With You.” Morris has a unique mo- tivational style that enables him to con- nect with his audience in a personal and inspirational way. He is sought after by Fortune 500 companies and major sports organizations, including the NBA. The 2015 scientific program will feature nationally renowned speakers, includ- ing Gary Dewood, Lee Ann Brady, Charles Blair, Lois Banta, Sam Low, David Little and Harold Crossley. Clinical courses and workshops are designed to equip you and AGD plans ‘Golden Opportunity’ in California The only thing that remains constant is that everything is constantly changing. At AGD 2015, from June 18–21 in San Fran- cisco, the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) intends to not just embrace that change, but celebrate it. Taking place at the Moscone West Con- vention Center, the 2015 annual meeting will showcase new technologies, new con- tinuing education courses for dentists and staff, and a keynote address from Travelocity.com founder Terry Jones. Meeting highlights In addition to creating Travelocity.com, Jones is the founding chairman of Kayak. com and the executive chairman of Way- blazer. In a presentation sponsored by Colgate, he will share his knowledge on creating a culture of innovation within the dental practice and embracing the opportunities found in today’s age of in- formation. Innovation will be on full display at “Modern Practice for Today’s Patients” presented by Henry Schein Inc. Located in the exhibit hall, this display invites attendees to imagine the possibilities of a technologically enhanced dental office. Visitors will be able to try out cutting- edge equipment, use patient manage- ment software and catch a glimpse of the esthetic options available for transform- ing a practice space. After catching a glimpse of the future in office design, attendees can get up close and personal with the future of the dental profession at the clinical and ” See AGD, page A16

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