2 from page one Florida Dental Convention — June 24–26, 2021 Congratulations to Dr. Cesar Sabates! Named president-elect of the American Dental Association By Florida Dental Association Staff n Florida’s own Dr. Cesar Sabates was elected president-elect of the American Dental Association (ADA) in October 2020. He will be the first-ever ADA president-elect from the 17th District (Florida). The ADA is the nation’s largest dental association, representing more than 163,000 dentist members. Dr. Sabates will assume the ADA presi- dency in 2021. 5 Dr. Cesar Sabates, president-elect of the American Dental Association Sabates, a general dentist from Coral Gables, is a past president of the Florida Dental Association (FDA) and the South Florida District Dental Association. He served as the 17th District trustee of the ADA Board of Trustees from 2016 to 2020 and was a delegate on the House of Delegates from 2000 to 2016. The FDA offers sincere congratula- tions to Sabates and everyone who worked tirelessly to support his cam- paign. WELCOME 7from page 1 team-building lectures. Each course will teach you new skills and tech- niques that can be immediately implemented in your office on Mon- day morning. Looking to get more hands-on? There’s still limited seating in some workshops. See the “Sold Out” moni- tor near onsite registration in City Hall Lobby to see which ones are still available. Take advantage of the Amazon Echos located throughout the Gaylord Palms convention center if you’d like to maintain social distancing. These Echos are programmed to provide you with all the information you need for FDC. Have a question? Just ask, “Hey Alexa, Ask FDC …” followed by your question. This is a fun way for you to get the information you want on courses, events and much more. If she doesn’t know the answer or if you’d prefer to talk to someone, stop by the “Ask Me” station or the Onsite Registration Desk in City Hall Lobby. The FDC Exhibit Hall will offer 225-plus in-person exhibitors at this year’s convention, including 80-plus new exhibitors. The exhibit hall will be open daily (11 a.m.-6 p.m. Thurs- day; 8:45 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday; and 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday) for you to meet with all the vendors you want to see. Make sure to check out 60-plus FDC-exclusive exhibitor coupons in the free FDC2021 mobile app to get the most bang for your buck in the exhibit hall. The real fun at FDC begins each night when the C.E. classes end. As always, the FDC motto continues to be, “Come for the CE, stay for the FUN.” On Thursday, start your even- ing at the free cocktail reception in the exhibit hall from 4-6 p.m. Then, it’s Dueling Pianos in Osceola C-D, starring Howl2Go Dueling Pianos, from 8-11 p.m. Friday evening, stop by the FDA Member Center (booth No. 917) in the exhibit hall for the Sweet Tooth Break from 4-6 p.m. Then make plans to attend the Wonderland Party from 7:30-10:30 p.m. in Exhibit Hall B, where you will fall down the rabbit hole for a night full of madness, music and fun for all ages. End your night celebrating the FDA New Dentists and ASDA students at The After Party from 10 p.m.-1 a.m. in Exhibit Hall A. Make sure to take advantage of all the Gaylord Palms has to offer during your stay. The Gaylord now features everything you need to have a great time without having to leave the hotel property! There is something for everyone to enjoy, including Cyprus Springs Water Park, new Crystal River Rapids, FlowRider Surfing, adult-only pool and caba- nas, Relache Spa and much more. We hope you enjoy your time at FDC2021 as you discover the “path- ways to success!” VENDORS 7from page 1 the free Corporate Learning Corner sessions. Hear from 10-plus leading dental vendors in 45-minute sessions created to help you succeed. Seats are secured on a first-come, first- registered basis. There is still time to register for these sessions. Visit Onsite Registra- tion in City Hall Lobby to add to your itinerary. In addition, FDC now offers free events in the exhibit hall for reg- istered attendees while connecting with exhibiting companies. Join your colleagues at the cocktail reception on Thursday, June 24, from 4-6 p.m. to grab a drink and mingle with vendors. Then stop by the FDA Member Center (booth No. 917) for the Sweet Tooth Break on Friday, June 25, from 4-6 p.m. 5 Try out new equipment and technologies when you stop by vendor booths in the exhibit hall here at FDC2021. (Photo/Provided by the Florida Dental Association) for an afternoon pick-me-up while you explore the exhibit hall. Make sure to plan time to attend the exhibit hall while here at FDC2021! 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