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SUMMARY:Pain Management\, Prescribing Requirements\, and Opioid Abuse: Strategies for Dentists and Hygienists
DESCRIPTION:Tuition Cost: AIDA members: $69.00 per person\nGeneral Admission: $99.00 per person \nCE: 2 Lecture CE Credits \nBeginning June 27\, 2023\, practitioners who are renewing or applying for a new controlled substance DEA license must complete 8-hours of substance use disorder (SUD) training. This training may be applied towards that requirement. \nIn addition\, this course will help fulfill the requirement for “pain management” education in states that require it. \nCourse Description: \nThis course is designed to educate dentists and dental hygienists on current principles and techniques for the management of pain and prevention of opioid abuse. \nThe course includes a digital workbook which will be provided to all participants \nCourse Objectives: \n\n\n\nDefinition of pain\nTypes of pain\nPhysiology of pain\nOral facial pain disorders\nDrugs used to manage pain\nPrescribing strategies to reduce addiction potential\nPain management techniques\n\nLocal anesthetics\nTrigger point injections\nOral appliances\nNon-traditional techniques\n\n\nOpioid awareness\, the opioid crisis and addiction\nCharacteristics of individuals with addiction issues\nStages of substance abuse and typical behaviors\nDental management strategies for addicted patients\nPost-operative pain strategies\nRegulatory requirements for prescribers\nTools to control fear and anxiety\nErgonomics and pain prevention for the dental team\nNew products to manage pain and sensitivity\n\n\n\nMeet the Instructors: Karson Carpenter\, DDS \nDr. Karson L Carpenter is a graduate of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry\, and serves as President of Compliance Training Partners. For over 25 years\, he has designed practical continuing education programs to help bring dental professionals into compliance with the regulations that affect them.
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/pain-management/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AIDA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T200000
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SUMMARY:Wish They Had Taught This in Dental School: A 3-Part Blueprint for Practice Success Part 3 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Tuition Cost: AIDA members: $19.99 per person per session\nGeneral Admission: $29.99 per person per session\nAudience: Doctors Only \nCE: 2.0 Lecture CE Credits per session\nCE Code: 550 \nCourse Description 3-Part Series: Wish They Had Taught This in Dental School: A 3-Part Blueprint for Practice Success\nThis comprehensive 3-part series equips dental professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to optimize their practice operations\, secure financial success\, and plan for a successful future. From understanding key performance indicators (KPIs) to navigating financial success and preparing for retirement\, participants will gain essential insights and strategies to improve practice efficiency\, increase profitability\, and ensure long-term sustainability. Whether you are a dental practice owner or a manager\, this series will help you position your practice for lasting success. \n  \nCourse Title Part 3: The End Game for Practice Ownership: How to Position Your Practice for Your Retirement Future  \nCourse Description Part 3:\nThis course focuses on the critical steps dental practice owners must take to successfully transition out of ownership and plan for a financially secure retirement. From succession planning and practice valuation to exit strategies and retirement savings options\, participants will learn how to position their practices for maximum value. This course covers the essentials of preparing for the end game\, whether through selling the practice\, merging with another\, or passing it on to the next generation. Key strategies for securing retirement income and ensuring the future health of the practice will be discussed in detail. \nCourse Objectives Part 3: \n\nUnderstand the key components of a successful retirement and succession plan for dental practice owners.\nAssess the value of their dental practice and identify strategies to enhance its worth.\nExplore various exit strategies and choose the best option based on personal and financial goals.\nImplement strategies for transitioning ownership smoothly\, ensuring minimal disruption to patients and staff.\nPlan for retirement by exploring financial tools such as retirement accounts\, investments\, and sale proceeds.\n\nAudience: Doctors Only \nMeet the Instructors: Dr Jennifer Bell\, D.D.S.\, FAGD\, FICD\, FPFA \nDr. Jennifer Bell is a native of Lexington\, North Carolina.  She earned her undergraduate and dental graduate degrees from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.  Upon graduation\, she completed advanced education in general dentistry program at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Fayetteville\, NC. \nIn 2010\, Dr. Bell along with her business partner started a general dentistry practice in Holly Springs\, NC.  They opened their second practice in Angier\, NC in 2017.  Their practices treat all ages and complexity of cases.   Her main interests include rehabilitation cases\, complex prosthodontic cases\, laser dentistry\, and sleep disorders. \nDr. Bell has earned fellowship from the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) where she has served the North Carolina state chapter as president most recently as executive director.  In 2013\, Dr. Bell served as the first chair of the New Dentist committee for the AGD where she served for three years.  Currently\, Dr. Bell is serving as an AGD National Spokesperson\, member of the Dental Practice Council and member of Governance Evaluation and Review Committee.  In addition to her work with the AGD\, Dr. Bell is an active member in the American Dental Association\, the North Carolina Dental Society\, American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine and a fellow in the International College of Dentists.  In March 2018\, she graduated from the Dr. John Kois continuum in Seattle\, Washington.  Dr. Bell also currently serves as a clinical reviewer with Catapult Education group.  Dr. Bell has recently been published in Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry and co-hosts a weekly Facebook live show called Dentists in the Know.   Outside of dentistry\, Dr. Bell is active with Kiwanis International and other local philanthropic organizations in her community. \nDr. Bell and her husband Brian reside in Holly Springs\, NC and have three children: Benjamin\, Lillian and Evelyn.
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/blueprint-for-success-p3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AIDA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T180000
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SUMMARY:Wish They Had Taught This in Dental School: A 3-Part Blueprint for Practice Success Part 2 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Tuition Cost: AIDA members: $19.99 per person per session\nGeneral Admission: $29.99 per person per session\nAudience: Doctors and Office Managers \nCE: 2.0 Lecture CE Credits per session\nCE Code: 550 \nCourse Description 3-Part Series: Wish They Had Taught This in Dental School: A 3-Part Blueprint for Practice Success\nThis comprehensive 3-part series equips dental professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to optimize their practice operations\, secure financial success\, and plan for a successful future. From understanding key performance indicators (KPIs) to navigating financial success and preparing for retirement\, participants will gain essential insights and strategies to improve practice efficiency\, increase profitability\, and ensure long-term sustainability. Whether you are a dental practice owner or a manager\, this series will help you position your practice for lasting success. \n  \nCourse Title Part 2: Navigating Financial Success in Today’s Dental Practice Landscape \nCourse Description Part 2: In today’s competitive dental market\, understanding the financial dynamics of a dental practice is critical to its success. This course explores the financial strategies that dental professionals need to navigate complex economic challenges and ensure long-term profitability. Participants will learn about budgeting\, revenue cycle management\, cost control\, pricing strategies\, and effective financial decision-making. With practical tools and financial frameworks\, this course will empower dental practice owners and managers to make informed choices that enhance their financial health while maintaining high-quality care and patient satisfaction. \nCourse Objectives Part 2: \n\nUnderstand the key financial elements that contribute to the success of a dental practice.\nImplement effective budgeting and cost-control strategies to maximize profitability.\nAnalyze revenue cycle management to reduce inefficiencies and boost cash flow.\nDevelop pricing strategies that reflect the value of services while remaining competitive.\nMake informed financial decisions based on data-driven insights to improve financial performance.\n\nAudience: Doctors and Office Managers \nMeet the Instructors: Dr Jennifer Bell\, D.D.S.\, FAGD\, FICD\, FPFA \nDr. Jennifer Bell is a native of Lexington\, North Carolina.  She earned her undergraduate and dental graduate degrees from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.  Upon graduation\, she completed advanced education in general dentistry program at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Fayetteville\, NC. \nIn 2010\, Dr. Bell along with her business partner started a general dentistry practice in Holly Springs\, NC.  They opened their second practice in Angier\, NC in 2017.  Their practices treat all ages and complexity of cases.   Her main interests include rehabilitation cases\, complex prosthodontic cases\, laser dentistry\, and sleep disorders. \nDr. Bell has earned fellowship from the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) where she has served the North Carolina state chapter as president most recently as executive director.  In 2013\, Dr. Bell served as the first chair of the New Dentist committee for the AGD where she served for three years.  Currently\, Dr. Bell is serving as an AGD National Spokesperson\, member of the Dental Practice Council and member of Governance Evaluation and Review Committee.  In addition to her work with the AGD\, Dr. Bell is an active member in the American Dental Association\, the North Carolina Dental Society\, American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine and a fellow in the International College of Dentists.  In March 2018\, she graduated from the Dr. John Kois continuum in Seattle\, Washington.  Dr. Bell also currently serves as a clinical reviewer with Catapult Education group.  Dr. Bell has recently been published in Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry and co-hosts a weekly Facebook live show called Dentists in the Know.   Outside of dentistry\, Dr. Bell is active with Kiwanis International and other local philanthropic organizations in her community. \nDr. Bell and her husband Brian reside in Holly Springs\, NC and have three children: Benjamin\, Lillian and Evelyn.
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/blueprint-for-success-p2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AIDA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
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SUMMARY:Wish They Had Taught This in Dental School: A 3-Part Blueprint for Practice Success Part 1 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Tuition Cost: AIDA members: $19.99 per person per session\nGeneral Admission: $29.99 per person per session\nAudience: Doctors and Office Managers \nCE: 2.0 Lecture CE Credits per session\nCE Code: 550 \nCourse Description 3-Part Series: Wish They Had Taught This in Dental School: A 3-Part Blueprint for Practice Success\nThis comprehensive 3-part series equips dental professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to optimize their practice operations\, secure financial success\, and plan for a successful future. From understanding key performance indicators (KPIs) to navigating financial success and preparing for retirement\, participants will gain essential insights and strategies to improve practice efficiency\, increase profitability\, and ensure long-term sustainability. Whether you are a dental practice owner or a manager\, this series will help you position your practice for lasting success. \nCourse Description Part 1:  \nTitle: Optimizing Dental Practice Performance: Essential KPIs and Improvement Strategies\nThis course will provide practitioners with a comprehensive understanding of the key performance indicators (KPIs) essential for monitoring and improving the overall performance of their dental practice. By analyzing financial\, operational\, and patient satisfaction metrics\, participants will learn how to identify areas for improvement and implement strategic changes that drive efficiency\, profitability\, and patient care. Real-world case studies and best practices will be used to illustrate successful applications of KPIs and improvement strategies in dental practices of all sizes. \nCourse Objectives Part 1: \n\nUnderstand the importance of KPIs in monitoring dental practice performance.\nIdentify the most critical KPIs to track\, including financial\, operational\, and patient-centric metrics.\nEvaluate current performance against KPIs and identify key areas for improvement.\nImplement effective strategies for improving practice efficiency and profitability.\nApply best practices from case studies to optimize practice operations and patient satisfaction.\n\nAudience: Doctors and Office Managers \n  \nMeet the Instructors: Dr Jennifer Bell\, D.D.S.\, FAGD\, FICD\, FPFA \nDr. Jennifer Bell is a native of Lexington\, North Carolina.  She earned her undergraduate and dental graduate degrees from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.  Upon graduation\, she completed advanced education in general dentistry program at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Fayetteville\, NC. \nIn 2010\, Dr. Bell along with her business partner started a general dentistry practice in Holly Springs\, NC.  They opened their second practice in Angier\, NC in 2017.  Their practices treat all ages and complexity of cases.   Her main interests include rehabilitation cases\, complex prosthodontic cases\, laser dentistry\, and sleep disorders. \nDr. Bell has earned fellowship from the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) where she has served the North Carolina state chapter as president most recently as executive director.  In 2013\, Dr. Bell served as the first chair of the New Dentist committee for the AGD where she served for three years.  Currently\, Dr. Bell is serving as an AGD National Spokesperson\, member of the Dental Practice Council and member of Governance Evaluation and Review Committee.  In addition to her work with the AGD\, Dr. Bell is an active member in the American Dental Association\, the North Carolina Dental Society\, American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine and a fellow in the International College of Dentists.  In March 2018\, she graduated from the Dr. John Kois continuum in Seattle\, Washington.  Dr. Bell also currently serves as a clinical reviewer with Catapult Education group.  Dr. Bell has recently been published in Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry and co-hosts a weekly Facebook live show called Dentists in the Know.   Outside of dentistry\, Dr. Bell is active with Kiwanis International and other local philanthropic organizations in her community. \nDr. Bell and her husband Brian reside in Holly Springs\, NC and have three children: Benjamin\, Lillian and Evelyn.
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/blueprint-for-success-p1/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AIDA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T150000
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SUMMARY:From Probing to Prevention: A Wellness Wake-up Call
DESCRIPTION:Register Now\n \n\nDate: Friday\, September 12\, 2025 \nLocation: \nChattanooga State Community College\, 4501 Amnicola Hwy\, HSC 1083\, Chattanooga\, TN 37406 \nTime: 8am – 3pm \nCost:\n• Regular Pricing: $150.00 \n• AIDA Members: $125.00 \nCE’s: 5 \n\nAM Course Description  \nProgressive Periodontal Therapy: A Comprehensive Approach to Periodontal Management (3 CE) \nIdentifying disease at its earliest stages is essential to prevent the progression of oral and systemic diseases. Proper classification of a patient’s risk factors and potential rate of progression enables the dental hygienist’s role to be fully maximized. This creates a practice that is in full alignment with the standard of care\, resulting in raving patients and a thriving practice. \nAM Course Objectives  \n\nAccess the 2017 AAP Periodontal Classifications and review case studies\nDiscuss treatment recommendations based on the patient’s stage and grade\nEvaluate communication techniques to increase patient acceptance\nDiscover common billing errors that prevent insurance coverage\nReview new and innovative ways to improve the chairside experience for both the patient and the clinician including voice recognition technologies\, instruments\, and new home care items that will optimize patient compliance\nIdentify best practices of power instrumentation and the latest hand scaling techniques home\n\n\nPM Course Description  \nGuts\, Gums & Glucose: The Missing Link for Optimal Health (2 CE) \nIt is estimated that over 80 percent of Americans are experiencing insulin resistance. One can have insulin resistance for up to 20 years before being pre-diabetic. Insulin resistance impacts every organ and body and is crucial to acute and chronic disease prevention. This course is designed to equip the dental professional to take a more comprehensive look at the root cause of oral and systemic inflammation. The clinician will obtain practical information for chairside implementation. \nPM Course Objectives  \n\nDefine the bi-directional relationship between insulin resistance\, diabetes\, and periodontal disease\nReview strategies to elevate systemic inflammation manifesting orally\nIdentify how periodontal pathogens affect gut health\nDiscover oral products to promote symbiosis\n\n\nSPEAKER: Amber Auger\, MPH\, RDH \nAmber Auger\, MPH\, RDH\, is a practicing dental hygienist with a mission to elevate the standard of care to determine the root cause of oral diseases. With over 17 years of experience\, Amber specializes in creating practical systems to implement the latest oral science.  \nAmber is the 2019 Sunstar Award of Distinction recipient\, a contributor to RDH Magazine\, a featured author for DentistryIQ\, editor of the RDH Graduate newsletter\, and the host of #AskAmberRDH.  \nAmber is actively mentoring and educating fellow dental hygienists in their careers and in personal and career growth through Thrive in the Op® on-demand course curriculum and weekly live coaching sessions. Amber is also the owner of the Functional RDH® certification that provides hands-on and classroom lectures to identify the root cause of dental dysbiosis and ways in which to restore whole-body health based on the latest oral science.  \n\nCancellation Policy: Cancellation by August 29\, 2025 for full refund\, no refund will be issued for cancellations made after August 29th\, due to fees incurred by the course organizer. Registrants that no show the day of the course\, will not receive a refund for tuition paid. \n\nCEs: 5 Lecture CE Credits \nCE CODE: 63400001Q \nAGD SUBJECT CODE: 550  \n\nRegister Now
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/wellness-wake-up-call/
LOCATION:Chattanooga State Community College\, 4501 Amnicola Hwy\, HSC 1083\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37406\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T180000
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SUMMARY:Understanding Insurance Participation to Maximize Revenue
DESCRIPTION:Tuition Cost: AIDA members: $9.99 per person\nGeneral Admission: $19.99 per person \nCE: 1.0 Lecture CE Credits\nCE Code: 550\nPrerequisites: None \nCourse Description: \nThe presentation will focus on understanding dental insurance and PPO network options\, and how they directly impact the revenue and profitability of a dental practice.  We’ll discuss the major challenges faced by private dental practices\, and different types of insurance and PPO contracts.  We’ll explore network sharing arrangements and why understanding what they are and how they work can have a major impact on your bottom line. The discussion will include different strategies and remedies to reduce the impact of the various ways insurance companies have rigged the system in their favor.  Finally\, we’ll review actual case studies and show the results from the various strategies.  The objective is to familiarize the dentist with dental insurance and build a foundation of understanding on the financial impact insurance and PPO contracts have on a dental practice. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nGain understanding of network sharing arrangements\nIdentify the various contracting options for insurance networks/PPOs\nFully understand the impact of each option on the practice\nImplement goals and strategies that maximize revenue from insurance\n\nMeet the Instructors: Dr Jim Bolt & Michael Ingram \nJim Bolt DMD\nJim Bolt\, DMD\, has been Chief Member Advocate for Dental Advocacy Group since 2019.  Dr. Bolt was previously in a solo private practice for 31 years in Greenville\, SC.  After retiring from practice\, Dr. Bolt served as a part time clinical instructor at the Dental College of Georgia\, working with the senior dental students\, for 6 years.  His duties as Chief Member Advocate include educating dentists\, dental residents and students on the options that dentists have when considering PPO participation.  As a staunch advocate for the private practicing dentist\, Dr. Bolt strives to help dentists understand that they can enjoy the advantages of being a network provider without having to “give away” dentistry and sacrifice quality due to poor paying fee schedules. Dr. Bolt is a member of the Leadership Team and brings a unique perspective from his lengthy career in dentistry. \nMichael Ingram\nMichael joined Dental Advocacy Group seven years ago with the goal of growing the company through their unique revenue enhancing solutions\, and by developing strategic partnerships with like-minded dental organizations and industry experts.  Michael’s role with Dental Advocacy Group draws on three decades of experience in business and relationship development\, insurance and fee schedule negotiations\, and sales.  Michael is a member of the Leadership Team\, directing the sales and marketing efforts of the company. Over the last seven years\, DAG has grown to over 1200 Dentist clients in 40 states.
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/understanding-insurance/
LOCATION:AL
CATEGORIES:AIDA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T090000
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SUMMARY:Full Digital Protocol: Understand the Complete Digital Workflow
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\n  \nThis course introduces a streamlined\, fully digital protocol for restoring full arch implant cases using photogrammetry technology and 3D printing. Dr. Hrebeshchenko will demonstrate how full arch restorations—often requiring multiple traditional appointments—can now be completed in under two hours using an efficient digital workflow. \nAttendees will learn how to restore implants both in immediate load scenarios (following same-day surgery with a provisional hybrid) and in delayed\, Stage II cases when implants have already been placed and the clinician’s role is restorative only. \nThis course is ideal for beginner to intermediate clinicians\, as well as any restorative dentist looking to expand into the world of full arch implant restorations. \nDr. Hrebeshchenko will also provide a concise overview of key surgical components\, including implant placement principles\, MUA selection\, photogrammetry\, and intraoral scanning techniques to ensure restorative success. \nFull Digital Protocol: Understand The Complete Digital Workflow \n  \nCourse Objectives: \nBy the end of this course\, attendees will be able to: \n• Understand the complete digital workflow for full arch restorations using photogrammetry and 3D printing. \n• Differentiate between immediate loading vs. Stage II restoration protocols. \n• Confidently use photogrammetry scan bodies and perform accurate intraoral scans. \n• Identify proper selection and placement of multi-unit abutments (MUAs). \n• Compare traditional vs. digital methods and appreciate how digital saves chairtime and appointments. \n• Implement clinical strategies for efficient full arch temporization using in-office or lab-based 3D printing. \n• Understand the role of printed hybrids during healing and try-in phases \n• Understand the lab’s role in designing and milling of the final zirconia prosthesis after healing is complete \n• Gain practical tips for case planning\, communication with labs\, and patient experience optimization. \n  \nLocation: Huntsville Botanical Gardens\, 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW\, Huntsville\, AL 358055 \nTime: 9am – 11am (registration at 8:30am) \nCE Credits and lunch will be distributed to the attendees after the completion of the course. \nCost: FREE \nCEs: 2 Lecture CE Credits \n  \nREGISTER HERE\n  \nAGD SUBJECT CODE: 780 \nCancellation Policy: This event is FREE and there is no tuition cost. However we are requesting attendees provide written notice of  cancellation a minimum of 48 hours before the course date due to fees incurred by the course organizer. \n 
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/full-digital-protocol/
LOCATION:Huntsville Botanical Gardens\, 4747 Bob Wallace Avenue\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35805\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T203000
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SUMMARY:Smarter Planning\, Stronger Future: Growth\, Analytics\, & Exit Strategies
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\nSuccess in private practice requires a balance of strategic goal-setting\, data-driven decision-making\, and long-term transition planning. This course will provide actionable insights into optimizing practice performance through key analytics\, refining business strategies for sustainable growth\, and preparing for a seamless exit or transition. Attendees will learn how to leverage practice data to enhance efficiency\, increase profitability\, and position their practice for a strong future – whether through expansion\, succession planning\, or sale. Designed for practice owners at any stage\, this session will equip participants with the tools to make informed decisions and maximize their practice’s potential. \nCourse Objectives:  \n\nUtilize Key Practice Analytics – Identify and interpret critical performance metrics to drive efficiency and profitability.\nSet and Achieve Strategic Goals – Develop actionable goals to enhance productivity\, optimize overhead\, and improve financial performance.\nEnhance Practice Valuation – Understand factors that contribute to practice value and implement strategies to increase long-term worth.\nOptimize Insurance and Fee Structures – Leverage fee adjustments and insurance participation to maximize revenue without increasing overhead.\nPrepare for a Smooth Transition – Explore exit strategies\, associate buy-ins\, and succession planning to ensure a successful transition when the time comes.\nAlign Business Strategies with Long-Term Vision – Create a roadmap for sustainable growth\, whether planning for expansion\, partnership\, or eventual sale.\n\n  \nDate:   6/17/2025 \nTime: 6:30 PM- 8:30 PM \nVenue:   The Stricklin Hotel\, 317 N Ct St\, Florence\, AL 35630 \nNumber of CE’s:  2 \nSpeaker Names: Maegan Conner\, Lucas J. Harmon \nTuition Cost:  FREE \n  \nSpeaker Bios \nLucas J Harmon\, a graduate of Concordia College and a Montana native\, has over 20 years of experience in sales\, negotiations\, consulting\, and banking. 15 of those years were working with financing specifically for Dentists.  He has worked with Dentists in at least 31 states across the country.  Since joining the Dental Strategic team as Director\, he has added to the scope of services\, expanded the marketing reach\, implemented new platforms and tools\, and grown the team to better serve our Dentists and their practices. \n  \nMaegan Conner joined the Dental Strategic team in November of 2022. She brings 9+ years of dental experience and a multi-faceted skill set including sales and dental business analytics. Her role at Dental Strategic focuses on business planning services and dental school relations\, while also supporting other team member initiatives. Maegan’s specialties include fee and comprehensive practice analysis. She has a passion for private practice and dental entrepreneurship\, helping clients to develop goals and an accompanying plan of action. \n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/smarter-planning/
LOCATION:Stricklin Hotel\, 317 N Ct St\, Florence\, AL\, 35630
CATEGORIES:Dental Strategic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T180000
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UID:3048-1749578400-1749582000@nashvilledental.com
SUMMARY:Dentistry Transformed: How AI Elevates Practice Management & Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Tuition Cost: AIDA members: $9.99 per person\nGeneral Admission: $19.99 per person \nCE: 1.0 Lecture CE Credits\nCE Code: 550\nPrerequisites: None \nCourse Description: \nJoin us for a game-changing presentation on the evolving role of artificial intelligence in dentistry. Discover how AI is driving unprecedented improvements in practice management and marketing by providing 24/7 phone and web chat coverage\, replacing voicemail\, and capturing more new patient appointments. \nAttendees will learn how AI seamlessly integrates into the dental team as a specialized “AI employee\,” allowing practices to streamline data entry and customer service interactions—saving at least 30 minutes a day. More importantly\, this enables dental professionals to focus on what truly matters: building stronger patient relationships. \nThroughout the session\, you’ll see live demonstrations of conversational AI in real-world scenarios\, showcasing natural language processing capabilities that match or exceed human performance on the phone and online. We’ll also explore future AI developments on the horizon\, including new marketing and management features that will continue to drive profitability and improve the patient experience \nCourse Objectives: \n\nDemystifying AI\nUnderstand the core principles behind AI software systems and how they produce human-like predictive responses to enhance decision-making and patient care.\nIntroduction to Advanced AI Tools\nIdentify pivotal AI solutions—including ChatGPT\, Google Gemini\, and Perplexity—and learn how these tools optimize patient communication\, reduce administrative tasks\, and improve practice efficiency.\nUnderstanding Natural Language Processing & Conversational AI\nExplore the fundamentals of how AI interprets and responds to human language\, including real-time demonstrations of AI agents interacting with patients through web chat and phone calls.\nExploring Annie AI: Dentistry’s Most Advanced AI Conversational Agent\nDiscover Annie AI’s specialized capabilities for dental practices\, including training for practice-specific conversations\, problem-solving\, and customer service that seamlessly integrates as an AI “team member.”\nThe Future of AI in Dentistry\nExamine upcoming AI capabilities—particularly with Annie AI—in the realms of practice management and dental marketing\, and learn about exclusive opportunities to implement this technology in your own office.\n\nMeet the Instructors: Adrian Lefler \nAdrian Lefler\, CEO of My Social Practice\, is a seasoned expert in the dental marketing industry with 15 years of experience. He is widely recognized for his engaging and informative presentations. Based in Suncrest\, Utah\, Adrian shares his life with his wife\, four children\, and a lively mix of pets. My Social Practice is a leading dental marketing company\, and Adrian is passionate about helping dental professionals succeed in this dynamic field.
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/dentistry-transformed/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AIDA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T193000
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
CREATED:20250521T143418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T144226Z
UID:3044-1748973600-1748979000@nashvilledental.com
SUMMARY:Precision and Collaboration: Advanced Strategies in Dental Care Part 3 of 3 – Team Calibration and Treatment Protocols
DESCRIPTION:Tuition Cost: AIDA members: $19.99 per person per session\nGeneral Admission: $29.99 per person per session \nCE: 1.5 Lecture CE Credits per session\nCE Code: 490 \n  \nCourse Description 3-Part Series: \nEnhance your clinical expertise and team performance with this transformative 3-part webinar series designed for dental professionals. From mastering air polishing techniques to optimizing implant care and achieving seamless team calibration\, this series provides actionable insights to improve patient outcomes and streamline your practice. Whether you’re looking to refine your technical skills\, improve patient education\, or foster collaboration within your team\, these webinars are packed with evidence-based strategies and practical tools to take your dental care to the next level. \nWhy Attend? \n\nGain confidence in using advanced technologies and protocols.\nImprove efficiency and consistency in treatment planning and execution.\nEnhance patient satisfaction through personalized care strategies.\nAccess expert guidance to address common challenges in modern dentistry.\n\nCourse Description Part 2: Teamwork in Action: Calibrating Dental Protocols for Optimal Care  June 3 \nTitle: Teamwork in Action: Calibrating Dental Protocols for Optimal Care \nConsistency in treatment planning and execution is critical for effective patient care. This webinar focuses on team calibration\, enabling dental professionals to distinguish between full-mouth debridements\, prophylaxis\, gingivitis\, and SRP. Through clinical case reviews and step-by-step appointment sequencing guidance\, participants will learn how to align their team’s approach for improved efficiency and patient outcomes. \nCourse Objectives Part 3: \n\nDifferentiate between full-mouth debridement\, prophylaxis\, gingivitis treatment\, and SRP based on clinical cases.\nAnalyze treatment planning strategies to optimize appointment sequencing.\nFoster team collaboration and consistency through calibrated protocols.\nApply practical communication techniques to enhance patient understanding and acceptance of treatment plans.\n\nMeet the Instructors: Amber Auger RDH MPH \nAmber Auger is a practicing dental hygienist who specializes in detecting and treating dental dysbiosis conditions. With more than 17 years of experience in the dental industry\, she has a passion for guiding hygienists in enhancing their clinical confidence\, time and business management\, and whole-body\, patient-specific periodontal protocols. Amber is the 2019 Sunstar Award of Distinction recipient\, a contributor to “RDH Magazine”\, featured author for “DentistryIQ”\, editor of the “RDH Graduate” newsletter\, and the host of #AskAmberRDH. Amber is actively mentoring and educating fellow dental hygienists in their careers and in personal growth through Thrive in the Op® on-demand course curriculum and weekly live coaching sessions. Amber is also owner of the Functional RDH® certification that provides hands on and classroom lectures to identify the root cause of dental dysbiosis and ways in which to restore whole-body health based on the latest oral science.
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/precision-and-collaboration/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AIDA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
CREATED:20250523T144936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T145044Z
UID:3062-1747987200-1748019600@nashvilledental.com
SUMMARY:From Probing to Prevention: The Wellness Wake-Up Call
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\n  \nAM Course Description \nProgressive Periodontal Therapy: A Comprehensive Approach to Periodontal Management (3 CE) \nIdentifying disease at its earliest stages is essential to prevent the progression of oral and systemic diseases. Proper classification of a patient’s risk factors and potential rate of progression enables the dental hygienist’s role to be fully maximized. This creates a practice that is in full alignment with the standard of care\, resulting in raving patients and a thriving practice. \n  \nAM Course Objectives \n\nAccess the 2017 AAP Periodontal Classifications and review case studies\nDiscuss treatment recommendations based on the patient’s stage and grade\nEvaluate communication techniques to increase patient acceptance\nDiscover common billing errors that prevent insurance coverage\nReview new and innovative ways to improve the chairside experience for both the patient and the clinician including voice recognition technologies\, instruments\, and new home care items that will optimize patient compliance\nIdentify best practices of power instrumentation and the latest hand scaling techniques home\n\n  \nPM Course Description \nGuts\, Gums & Glucose: The Missing Link for Optimal Health (2 CE) \nIt is estimated that over 80 percent of Americans are experiencing insulin resistance. One can have insulin resistance for up to 20 years before being pre-diabetic. Insulin resistance impacts every organ and body and is crucial to acute and chronic disease prevention. This course is designed to equip the dental professional to take a more comprehensive look at the root cause of oral and systemic inflammation. The clinician will obtain practical information for chairside implementation. \n  \nPM Course Objectives \n\nDefine the bi-directional relationship between insulin resistance\, diabetes\, and periodontal disease\nReview strategies to elevate systemic inflammation manifesting orally\nIdentify how periodontal pathogens affect gut health\nDiscover oral products to promote symbiosis\n\n  \nTuition Cost: \n\n Regular Pricing: $150.00\n AIDA Members: $125.00\n\n  \nSpeaker: \nAmber Auger\, MPH\, RDH\, is a practicing dental hygienist with a mission to elevate the standard of care to determine the root cause of oral diseases. With over 17 years of experience\, Amber specializes in creating practical systems to implement the latest oral science. \nAmber is the 2019 Sunstar Award of Distinction recipient\, a contributor to RDH Magazine\, a featured author for DentistryIQ\, editor of the RDH Graduate newsletter\, and the host of #AskAmberRDH. \nAmber is actively mentoring and educating fellow dental hygienists in their careers and in personal and career growth through Thrive in the Op®  on-demand course curriculum and weekly live coaching sessions. Amber is also the owner of the Functional RDH®  certification that provides hands-on and classroom lectures to identify the root cause of dental dysbiosis and ways in which to restore whole-body health based on the latest oral science. \n  \nREGISTER HERE\n  \nNumber of CE’s:  5 \nGL Code :  63400001 \nAGD Subject Code: 550 \n 
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/probing-to-prevention/
LOCATION:Chattanooga State Community College\, 4501 Amnicola Hwy\, HSC 1083\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37406\, United States
CATEGORIES:AIDA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T193000
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
CREATED:20250513T133344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T133523Z
UID:3030-1747157400-1747164600@nashvilledental.com
SUMMARY:Orthodontic Management and Treatment of the Mixed Dentition and Adult Dentition
DESCRIPTION:Date:   May 13\, 2025 \nTime:   5:30pm-7:30pm \nVenue:  Huntsville Periodontal and Implant Specialists 7670 Old Madison Pike Madison\, AL 35758 \nTuition Cost: Free \nNumber of CE’s:  2 \nCourse Description: \nAn overview of orthodontic management and treatment of the mixed dentition and adult dentition. \nCourse Objectives:  \n\nUnderstanding timing of referrals\nRegular care of patients in orthodontics\nCommon post orthodontic concerns\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/orthodontic-management/
LOCATION:Huntsville Periodontal and Implant Specialists\, 7670 Old Madison Pike\, Madison\, AL\, 35758\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
CREATED:20250401T154653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T213221Z
UID:3011-1745568000-1745600400@nashvilledental.com
SUMMARY:Exocad Smile Design
DESCRIPTION:Transform Your Designs Into Reality!\nJoin us in the first-ever focused course on the new Exocad TruSmile photo digital smile design and TruSmile video generation using Exocad DentalCAD. This course\, led by Exocad leading expert Joshua Jakson\, will show you how to utilize Exocad’s new innovations in digital smile design. Joshua Jakson’s expertise in Exocad and understanding of digital smile design\, milling and 3D printing will give you the tools to elevate your practice. Transform your designs into reality using Exocad AI tools to transform the 3D tooth shapes into photorealistic previews to communicate to your patient what their true potential is. \nWHERE: Kemp Dental\, 5110 Maryland Way # 190\, Brentwood\, TN 37027 \n\nREGISTER HERE\n 
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/exocad-smile-design/
LOCATION:Kemp Dental\, 5110 Maryland Way # 190\, Brentwood\, TN\, 37027\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
CREATED:20250113T150329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T151934Z
UID:2947-1743757200-1743778800@nashvilledental.com
SUMMARY:OSHA\, HIPPA and Ethics- All At Once!
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER \n\nDETAILS\n OSHA/Infection Control:  \nOSHA requires an annual retraining session for all employees. This course will help fulfill these requirements and will update participants on the latest from OSHA\, including the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for Hazard Communication and the Bloodborne Disease Pathogens Standard. In addition\, the course will cover the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Infection Control Guidelines for Dentistry and will review best practices for infection control. Other topics covered include Subparts of the OSH Act that apply to dentistry. \nInformation will also be provided on how to react to an OSHA inspection of your office and how to assign tasks to key staff members so that they can assist you in achieving \ncompliance. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nUnderstand safety regulations in the dental office\nKnow the OSHA regulations that affect a dental facility\nBe familiar with all infection control regulations and guidelines for dentistry\nKnow the most current CDC guidelines for infection control\nBe prepared for an OSHA inspection in your dental facility\nKnow your rights under OSHA law and how to respond to a citation\n\nHIPAA:  \nThis course is for all members of the dental team and is designed to educate participants on the requirements for HIPAA compliance in their facilities. HIPAA regulations require training for all employees in the areas of privacy\, security\, breach notification\, patient rights\, the inspection process\, and expectations of the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Civil Rights\, which enforces this law. In addition\, attendees will learn about the use of consent forms\, authorization forms\, and business associate agreements. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nDefine Protected Health Information (PHI) and how to safeguard it\nReview components of the Privacy Standard\nKnow responsibilities under the Security Standard\nReview the assignment of responsibilities\nUnderstand required forms and documentation\nUnderstand how to conduct a risk assessment\nReview business associate responsibilities\nKnow required hardware/software components\nUnderstand security risks and how to mitigate them\nDefine a security breach and know when/how it must be reported\nBe aware of steps to take in the event of a HIPAA inspection\nUnderstand your options if you receive a HIPAA citation and fine\n\nEthics: Sexual Harassment & Discrimination in the Dental Workplace  \nSexual harassment is a type of workplace discrimination and has become a prominent topic of discussion. It is found in all industries with the healthcare industry being no exception. All healthcare professionals should understand how to identify and react to workplace sexual harassment. Following the training\, attendees will be able to: \n\nDefine and recognize sexual harassment\nUnderstand how to address abusive and unlawful harassment/ conduct in the workplace\nRecognize various legal remedies available for victims of harassment\nEstablish strategies for prevention and response to harassment\nIdentify policies and documentation required for compliance\nUnderstand their role in preventing sexual harassment and that of their supervisors\n\n  \nTIME \n\nRegistration: 8:00am\nOSHA/Infection Control: 9:00am\nHIPPA – 11:00am\nLunch: 12:00pm\nEthics/Sexual Harassment: 1:00pm\nDismissal: 3:00pm\n\n\nCOST\n\n\n\n\nPrice\n\n\nAIDA Early Bird\n$99.00\n\n\nAIDA\n$119.00\n\n\nNon-AIDA Early Bird\n$139.00\n\n\nNon-AIDA\n$159.00\n\n\n\n\n  \nSPEAKER BIO\nJessica McNair\, a Dental Assisting National Board certified trainer with 23 years experience in the dental industry will be leading a live  5 CE course on current standards for OSHA\, HIPPA and Ethics for dental professionals. \nJessica provides training and certification for dental offices across North Alabama per standards set by local\, state and federal laws/requirements. She serves as an expert and point of contact for dental teams regarding OSHA/Infection Control\, HIPAA and CPR standards \n  \nEducation  \nUniversity of North Alabama  \nBachelor of Business Administration – BBA Marketing/Public Relations  \n2000 – 2003 \n– Graduated Summa Cum Laude \n  \nLicenses & Certifications  \nInfection Control  \nDental Assisting National Board  \nIssued Oct 2024 \n  \nCertified Instructor  \nAmerican Red Cross  \n  \nCE INFORMATION \nCEs: 5 Lecture CE Credits \nCE CODE: 63400001 \nAGD SUBJECT CODE: \nOSHA/Infection Control – 2 CE – 550 \nHIPPA – 1 CE – 566 \nEthics/Sexual Harassment – 2 CE- 555 \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \n  \n 
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/osha-hippa-and-ethics-all-at-once/
LOCATION:Huntsville Botanical Gardens\, 4747 Bob Wallace Avenue\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35805\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
CREATED:20250211T200543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T204438Z
UID:2962-1743148800-1743170400@nashvilledental.com
SUMMARY:Spring Into Enhancing the Performance and Potential of Your Practice
DESCRIPTION:3 Speakers\, 2 Meals*\, 1 Amazing Day! \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \n  \nTera Wilson – Owner of Precision Dental Billing \nCourse Title: \nMaximize Profits & Minimize Hassle: Unlock the Power of Third Party Billing \nCourse Description: \nThis course is designed to help you unlock the full potential of third-party billing\, making your dental practice more efficient\, more profitable\, and less stressed. \nIn today’s fast-paced dental practice environment\, maximizing revenue while minimizing administrative burden is crucial. This course\, “Maximize Profits & Minimize Hassle: Unlock the Power of Third-Party Dental Billing\,” offers a deep dive into the power of outsourcing dental billing to third-party experts. By leveraging third-party billing services\, you’ll learn how to reclaim valuable time\, focus more on patient care\, and enhance the financial performance of your practice. \nCourse Objectives:  \n\nUnderstand the Benefits of Third-Party Billing Learn the key advantages of outsourcing dental billing\, including improved cash flow\, reduced administrative workload\, and better management of insurance claims.\nEvaluate Third-Party Billing Providers Gain the knowledge needed to select a reputable third-party billing provider that aligns with your practice’s needs\, ensuring smooth operations and optimal results.\nImplement Efficient Billing Strategies Explore best practices and strategies for working with third-party billing companies\, ensuring accuracy\, consistency\, and timely reimbursements.\nMinimize Billing Errors and Disputes Learn how third-party billing services can help reduce billing errors and resolve disputes\, improving your practice’s bottom line and reducing stress.\nBoost Practice Profitability Discover ways third-party billing can streamline your financial processes\, decrease overhead\, and ultimately increase profitability\, allowing you to focus more on patient care and practice growth.\nTrack and Analyze Financial Metrics Learn how to track and assess key financial metrics related to your billing process\, empowering you to make data-driven decisions that enhance practice profitability.\n\n  \nJared PoVey \nCourse Title: \nWill AI Replace Me?  \nCourse Description: \nHow will AI be used in the everyday atmosphere of a dental office. Join us for an engaging and globally sought after CE course where we explore the fascinating history of artificial intelligence and its groundbreaking entry into dentistry.  Delivered in an exciting and interactive format\, this course will showcase how AI enhances diagnostic consistency\, strenghthens patient understanding\, and builds trust in dental practices.  Discover how AI-powered tools are revolutionizing workflows\, improving clinical outcomes\, and setting new standards in patient care. \nCourse Objectives:  \n\nThe best ways to use AI in your office\nUnderstand how AI got into dentistry\nHow it can enhance your dental practice.\n\n  \nDr. Janet Rowland \nCourse Title: \nYou’re Not Just a Dentist \nCourse Description: \nTeaching how to make the most out of your dental team to make your office a warm and inviting environment for your patients.  Also work with your staff to make sure they get their to their full financial potential and love what they do! And teach staff how to get to clinical excellence. \nCourse Objectives:  \n\nTo teach the best way to make your practice fulfilling for your entire dental team and get them to their full clinical potential.\nWork with the staff to get them to their full financial freedom such as take home as well as investments with their salaries.\n\n\nTuition Cost: \n\n Early Bird (before 03-01-2025) : $50.00\n Regular Pricing: $60.00\nAIDA Members Early Bird (before 03-01-2025): $45.00\n AIDA Members: $55.00\n\n\nNumber of CE’s:  5 \nGL Code :  63400001 \nAGD Subject Code: 550 \n\n \nCancellation Policy: The cancellation date is March 24\, 2025 and no refunds will be issued after this date. Also\, no refunds for no shows. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/spring-into-enhancing/
LOCATION:Walker Hall Event Center\, 229 Madison Street\, Paducah\, KY\, 42001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
CREATED:20241101T153011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T163258Z
UID:2907-1739901600-1739908800@nashvilledental.com
SUMMARY:Mucogingival Deformities: Gingival Recession
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\nMucogingival Deformities:\nGingival Recession\nGingival recession is a common finding in dental patients. Should they be concerned? How and when should monitoring versus treatment be considered? This module will review various causes of gingival recession and explain why patients should be concerned. Participants will be encouraged to discuss how they speak with their patients about gingival recession and its significance. Methods for classification of gingival recession and how they might impact treatment options as well as outcomes will be reviewed. After completing this module\, participants should feel more comfortable speaking with patients about gingival recession and have a better understanding of treatment options and their expected results. \nCourse Objectives:\n\nIdentify risk factors and causes for gingival recession\nDiscuss methods for monitoring gingival recession\nDescribe how to measure gingival recession in simple and complex situations\nReview methods for classification of gingival recession and how they relate to expected outcomes of various treatment options\nReview treatment options for gingival recession and indications for gingival grafting\n\n  \nDate: Tuesday\, Feb. 18\, 2025 \nLocation: NDI Huntsville\, 2315 Bob Wallace Ave.\, Ste D\, Huntsville\, AL 35805 \nTime: 6 -8 PM \nCost: FREE \n  \nREGISTER HERE\n  \nCEs: 2 Lecture CE Credits \nCE CODE: 63400001 \nAGD SUBJECT CODE: 550 \nCancellation Policy: This event is FREE and there is no tuition cost. However we are requesting attendees provide written notice of cancellation a minimum of 48 hours before the course date due to fees incurred by the course organizer.
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/mucogingival/
LOCATION:Nashville Dental Huntsville\, 2315 Bob Wallace Avenue\, Suite D\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35805\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T163000
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
CREATED:20241110T234255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T001354Z
UID:2914-1738312200-1738341000@nashvilledental.com
SUMMARY:Beyond Single Tooth Dentistry
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Beyond Single Tooth Dentistry!\nDr. Paresh Shah maintains a private practice in Winnipeg\, Canada with a focus on implants\, aesthetics and interdisciplinary care. Dr. Shah holds a BSc in Microbiology\, and MSc in Physiology and graduated from the University of Manitoba Dental School in 1991. He has a proficiency certificate in Esthetic Dentistry from the University of Buffalo (SUNY) in 2007 and a GPR from the University of Manitoba in 1992. \nHe is also a graduate of Misch Implant Institute and the Kois Center in Seattle. He also serves as a founder and co-director for a Seattle Study Club in Winnipeg. \nHis passion for advanced education led him to found and co-direct a Seattle Study Club in Winnipeg. He has used digital technology in his practice for over 15 years. He serves as a key opinion leader for several dental manufacturers. Dr. Shah has been invited to give over 400 lectures internationally\, and lectures on all aspects of restorative\, interdisciplinary care and digital dentistry. He is co-founder of Elevate Dentistry\, a dental education group that provides continuing education on a variety of restorative & aesthetic topics for daily practice. He recently published a textbook: Beyond the Single Tooth – Treatment Planning for Whole Mouth Dentistry \n  \nEvent Details:\nDate: Friday\, January 31st\, 2025\nLocation: Four Points by Sheraton Nashville – Brentwood\nTime: 8:30a – 4:30p\nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn from Dr. Paresh Shah. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or just starting out\, Beyond Single Tooth Dentistry has something for everyone. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE TODAY
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/beyond-single-tooth-dentistry/
LOCATION:Four Points Sheraton Brentwood\, 760 Old Hickory Blvd\, Brentwood\, TN\, 37027\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250127
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
CREATED:20240710T141621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T141621Z
UID:2788-1737590400-1737935999@nashvilledental.com
SUMMARY:ASPIRE 2025
DESCRIPTION:  \nCLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/aspire-2025/
LOCATION:Hilton Tulum Mexico\, Carretera Cancun 307 Tulkal Chemuyil\, Tulum\, 77774\, Mexico
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T193000
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
CREATED:20240814T141441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T141441Z
UID:2828-1733853600-1733859000@nashvilledental.com
SUMMARY:Get Found\, Get Liked\, Get Patients – Making the Most of Social Media
DESCRIPTION:Tuition Cost: AIDA members: $9.99 per person\nGeneral Admission: $19.99 per person \nCE: 1.5 Lecture CE Credits\nCE Code: 550\nPrerequisites: None \nCourse Description: \nSocial media offers private practice dentists unique opportunities to stand out and grow their practice. Today’s patients peruse large amounts of online info before choosing a dentist or saying yes to treatments. Discover what top dental teams are doing to be discovered\, differentiate\, attract ideal patients and grow their practice. We’ll review a typical patient’s online journey and discuss the best tips and tools to help you optimize\, systematize\, and save time! \nCourse Objectives: \n\nDiscuss how independent practices can differentiate themselves with social media.\nReview the online patient journey and how marketing must change to adapt.\nDefine which strategies and tactics work best to help your practice get found\, get liked and get patients.\nIdentify the top tools to systemize and implement social media management processes to save time and get better results.\n\nMeet the Instructors: Rita Zamora \nRita Zamora is an international speaker and author of the book Get Found\, Get Liked\, Get Patients – Making the Most of Social Media. She is the founder of Connect90\, a customizable social media program helping dentists with content ideas and tools to save time and get better results. Rita served as a contributing faculty member on the topic of marketing for the American Dental Association Center for Success Certificate Program. A former treatment coordinator\, Rita graduated magna cum laude from the University of Colorado with a bachelor’s degree in business and marketing and has over 20 years experience in the business of dentistry. Learn more at RitaZamora.com and Connect90.com
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/get-found-get-liked/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AIDA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
CREATED:20241119T193759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T134341Z
UID:2922-1733421600-1733428800@nashvilledental.com
SUMMARY:EMPOWERING LEADERSHIP: INSPIRING YOUR TEAM AND DRIVING VISION
DESCRIPTION:  \nREGISTER HERE\n“Empowering Leadership: Inspiring Your Team and Driving Vision” is a dynamic workshop designed to equip doctors with essential leadership skills to foster a motivated\, cohesive team that aligns with the practice’s mission. Through practical guidance and actionable insights\, this course will cover fundamental aspects of leadership\, including communication\, trust-building\, and managing diverse teams. Special emphasis will be placed on navigating leadership as a woman in the field\, addressing unique challenges and strengths. Attendees will also gain tools for conducting impactful performance reviews\, enhancing employee engagement\, and driving continuous improvement in their practices. \nCourse Objectives:  \n\nCommunicate Vision Clearly\nBuild Trust and Inspire Confidence\nUnderstand Gender Dynamics in Leadership\nCommunication Strategies: Navigating Discussions with Partners\, Associates\, and Staff\nEnhance Team Motivation and Morale\nConstructive Performance Reviews\nManage conflict and Difficult Conversations\n\n\n\n\nINFO\nDate:  Thursday 12/5/2024 \nTime: 6-8pm \nVenue: ADEC Education Center : 2916 Kraft Dr. Nashville\, TN \nTuition Cost:  FREE \nNumber of CE’s:  2\n \nSPEAKER BIO\nMaegan Conner\, Associate Director of Dental Strategic \nMaegan Conner joined the Dental Strategic team in November of 2022. She brings 10 years of dental experience and a multi-faceted skill set including sales and dental business analytics. Her role at Dental Strategic focuses on business planning services and dental school relations\, while also supporting other team member initiatives. Maegan’s specialties include fee and comprehensive practice analysis. She has a passion for private practice and dental entrepreneurship\, helping clients to develop goals and an accompanying plan of action. \n\nCE Code:  D7NFJYWHCTR \nAGD Subject Code: 550 \n \nCancellation Policy: This event is FREE and there is no tuition cost. However we are requesting attendees provide written notice of cancellation a minimum of 48 hours before the course date due to fees incurred by the course organizer.
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/empoweringleadership/
LOCATION:Adec Education Center\, 2916 Kraft Drive\, Nashville\, TN\, 37204\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maegan Conner":MAILTO:maegan.conner@dentalstrategic.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
CREATED:20241003T155428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T193828Z
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SUMMARY:Charting Your Path: A Guide to Dental Practice Transition Planning
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful seminar delving into the intricacies of a dental practice transition in the modern dental market. Whether you’re considering retirement\, partnership changes\, or simply seeking to optimize your practice’s future\, this event is tailored to provide you with essential knowledge and strategies. \n  \nCourse Objectives:\n\nUnderstanding the Transition Process: From Initial Considerations to Execution\nFinancial Planning: Maximizing Value and Minimizing Tax Implications\nLegal Aspects: Contracts\, Agreements\, and Protecting Your Interests\nCommunication Strategies: Navigating Discussions with Partners\, Associates\, and Staff\nQ&A Session: Get Your Specific Transition Questions Answered by Industry Leaders\n\n  \nDate: Thursday\, Nov. 14\, 2024 \nLocation: Nashville Dental: Huntsville \n2315 Bob Wallace Avenue\, Suite D\, Huntsville\, AL 35805 \nTime: 6-8PM \nCost: FREE \nCancellation Policy: This event is FREE and there is no tuition cost. However we are requesting attendees provide written notice ofcancellation a minimum of 48 hours before the course date due to fees incurred by the course organizer. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nCEs: 2 Lecture CE Credits \nCE CODE: P3NLJ38XJQC \nAGD SUBJECT CODE: 550 \n  \n \nThis activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the standards of the Academy of General\nDentistry Program Approval for Continuing Education (PACE) through the joint program provider approval of\nNASHVILLE DENTAL\, INC and AMERICAN INDEPENDENT DENTAL ALLIANCE. NASHVILLE DENTAL\,\nINC is approved for awarding FAGDIMAGD credit. AGD ID# (209209)
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/chartingyourpathhuntsville/
LOCATION:Nashville Dental Huntsville\, 2315 Bob Wallace Avenue\, Suite D\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35805\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maegan Conner":MAILTO:maegan.conner@dentalstrategic.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T193000
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
CREATED:20240814T141211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T141211Z
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SUMMARY:EMBRACING THE THIRD DIMENSION: Exploring the benefits of CBCT from two angles
DESCRIPTION:Tuition Cost: AIDA members: $9.99 per person\nGeneral Admission: $19.99 per person \nCE: 1.5 Lecture CE Credits\nCE Code: 250\nPrerequisites: None \nCourse Description: \nSince the introduction in the early 2000s\, Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) has become a widely adopted and used radiographic modality in dentistry. As with any technological advancement\, many questions arise when considering bringing the technology into clinical practice. This course is designed to minimize the confusion and maximize the potential of CBCT technology in today’s modern dental office. Drs. Duplantis and Mehta will provide an in-depth analysis of both the benefits of CBCT for the dental practice and the importance of third-party interpretation. This course will be beneficial to dentists and teams that both have and/or are looking for a CBCT in their office. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nForm a better understanding of the fundamentals of the CBCT technology.\nVisualize the capabilities of CBCT and how they have changed over the years.\nDevelop a protocol for reading the images in a consistent manner.\nDiscuss when\, why and how to refer the images for interpretation by a third party.\nShare cases and findings through interpretation by a board certified Neuroradiologist.\n\nMeet the Instructors: Dr Chad Duplantis\, DDS FAGD \nDr. Duplantis ​received his D.D.S. degree from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio\, Dental School in 1999. He then continued with Post-doctorate training at Baylor College of Dentistry\, earning a certificate in Advanced Education in General Dentistry in 2000. He has also received his Fellowship degree from the Academy of General Dentistry. \nHe has been in private practice since 2000 in the North Fort Worth\, Texas area. In private practice\, he treats all ages with an emphasis on restorative and aesthetic dentistry. \nDr. Duplantis has been a member of several Aesthetic and Restorative Continuums over the years he has been in practice.  He is currently an ambassador for the Seattle Study Club. Dr. Duplantis has always had an interest in “high-tech” dentistry and has been incorporating CAD/CAM and digital technology in his practice since 2004. Dr. Duplantis has written and published several articles regarding digital dentistry and workflows for various dental publications. In addition to technology\, Dr. Duplantis has a keen interest in restorative implantology\, CBCT\, impressioning\, adhesion and materials\, and he is also published in these regards. He has helped various manufacturers on numerous projects and evaluations regarding different aspects of clinical dentistry and serves as a Key Opinion Leader for several dental corporations.  Recently\, he co-founded “Dentists IN the Know” which is a social media group to help inform and educate dentists and dental team members. \nDr. Duplantis resides in Keller\, Texas with his wife\, Ellen\, and his children\, Austin and Ava. He enjoys traveling and spending time with his family\, is an avid golfer and enjoys many other outdoor activities. \nMeet the Instructors: Dr Akshita Mehta \nDr. Mehta is a practicing neuroradiologist who completed residency and fellowship training at UTSW\, developing advanced skills in brain\, maxillofacial\, head/neck\, and spine imaging as well as minimally invasive spine and pain procedures.  She holds a Doctor of Medicine from George Washington University. \nShe served as chief resident while in training at UT Southwestern with particular interest in medical education. Her research and extracurricular interests focus on developing educational materials and utilizing innovative techniques to advance medical knowledge. \nShe is board certified by the American Board of Radiology.
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/embracing-the-third-dimension/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AIDA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T090000
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
CREATED:20241029T173400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T173920Z
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SUMMARY:Winning the Cyber War: A Battle Plan to Protect Your Practice
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\n\nTuition Cost: AIDA members: $9.99 per person\nGeneral Admission: $19.99 per person \nCE: 1 Lecture CE Credits\nCE Code: 550\nPrerequisites: None \nCourse Description: \nWith the swift uptick in cyberattacks against the dental community this past year\, ensuring your practice is properly secured from digital intruders is a necessity. Over 90% of practices believe they are secure\, but in reality\, their cyber prevention measures fall short of truly protecting them from the latest sophisticated threats. Cybersecurity doesn’t need to be overly complex to implement\, and starting with a few simple security improvements can reduce your exposure significantly. \nThe growing number of digital technologies\, applications\, and cloud systems your practice utilizes can greatly increase the probability of a data breach. This course will teach you: how to identify the most common risks for a breach in your systems and processes\, help reduce vulnerabilities to minimize the likelihood of an attack and provide best practices to create an effective battle plan to improve security in your own practice. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the consequences of data theft faced by modern dental practices and learn how to safeguard patient records and other sensitive information from malicious hackers.\nDiscover the offensive and defensive breach prevention steps that all practices should be implementing with their staff and systems\nLearn the key elements of mitigating risk with any third-party vendors and technologies used by the practice and the importance of a documented incident response plan.\n\nAn interactive question and answer session will be held at the end of the course. \nMeet the Instructors: Dr. John Flucke\, DDS \nDr. John Flucke is in private practice in Lee’s Summit\, Missouri where he spends two days per week in direct patient care.  He also serves as Chief Dental Editor as well as Technology Editor for Dental Products Report magazine where he writes\, edits\, and does video “Test Drives” of products featured in his “Technology Evangelist’ columns. Doctor Flucke has one of the most popular dental blogs on the Internet “Ramblings of Dentistry’s Technology Evangelist ” featuring daily updates on technology in healthcare and technology in general.  The site has over 2.5 million unique page views. He lectures extensively on all aspects of clinical dentistry as well as technology in dentistry and has been featured at every major dental meeting in the U.S. and international locations as well. Dr. Flucke uses technology in every aspect of his practice and personal life; pushing himself to constantly be on the leading edge.  He loves testing\, and breaking\, the latest gear he can get his hands on.  He lives his life by the motto “you can’t have too many toys”.He consults with manufacturers helping with development of techniques\, technologies\, and products which allows him to see things from the “duct tape and zip tie stage” all the way through to the completed item. Dr. Flucke’s passion is “Technology that Improves Patient Outcomes” and he is always working to create or to help create products and techniques that allow patients a better quality of life. \nDr. Flucke provides expert witness testimony in dental litigation.  He is a past president of the Greater Kansas City Dental Society as well as served as the Missouri State Peer Review Chairman for over 20 years \nMeet the Instructors: Gary Salman \nGary Salman is the CEO and co-founder of Black Talon Security and is dedicated to data security and understanding the latest trends—particularly as they relate to the dental and healthcare industries. He has decades of experience in software development and computer IT\, and he also developed one of the very first cloud-based healthcare systems. \nHe is a sought-after speaker and writer\, having lectured nationally on cybersecurity threats and their impact on the healthcare industry. Gary has trained tens of thousands of practices across the U.S. on how to maintain “best practices” in cybersecurity and has been featured in some of the largest national publications and news stories in the dental\, medical\, legal\, and financial industries. He is a member of the AAE Speakers’ Bureau and has lectured for several organizations including AAO\, AAOMS\, AAE\, AAPD\, ADSO\, OMSNIC\, Dykema\, and many more. \nGary’s experience and expertise extend beyond cybersecurity with over 20 years of experience as an instructor at West Point and is involved in law enforcement. He is also a member of InfraGard\, a partnership between the FBI and the private sector to share information and intelligence. \nBlack Talon Security has been called upon to assist with some of the largest distributed ransomware attacks in U.S. history\, resulting in millions of dollars of ransom payments and tens of millions of dollars in damages to the victims. In every instance\, all data was recovered and successfully decrypted. Black Talon Security is an expert in preventative measures as well as incident response\, ensuring their clients are well-protected against cyber threats. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/winning-the-cyber-war/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
CREATED:20240618T151914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T220402Z
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SUMMARY:Charting Your Path: A Guide to Dental Practice Transition Planning
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful seminar delving into the intricacies of a dental practice transition in the modern dental market. Whether you’re considering retirement\, partnership changes\, or simply seeking to optimize your practice’s future\, this event is tailored to provide you with essential knowledge and strategies. \n  \nCourse Objectives: \n\nUnderstanding the Transition Process: From Initial Considerations to Execution\nFinancial Planning: Maximizing Value and Minimizing Tax Implications\nLegal Aspects: Contracts\, Agreements\, and Protecting Your Interests\nCommunication Strategies: Navigating Discussions with Partners\, Associates\, and Staff\nQ&A Session: Get Your Specific Transition Questions Answered by Industry Leaders\n\n  \nDate: Thursday\, Nov. 7\, 2024 \nLocation: Nashville Dental: 11003 Bluegrass Pkwy Suite 530 Louisville\, KY \nTime: 6-8PM \nCost: FREE \n  \nCEs: 2 Lecture CE Credits \nCE CODE: SHNTXKL5GXR \nAGD SUBJECT CODE: 550 \n  \nClick here to register.
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/chartingyourpath/
LOCATION:Nashville Dental – Lousiville\, 11003 Bluegrass Pkwy\, Ste 530\, Louisville\, KY\, 40299\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dental Strategic
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maegan Conner":MAILTO:maegan.conner@dentalstrategic.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
CREATED:20240905T144712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T114406Z
UID:2833-1730448000-1730469600@nashvilledental.com
SUMMARY:Fall Into Dental - 9th Annual CE Event
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\n\nCourse Description:\n\n“Smooth Operator” – Andy Austin\nRunning a smooth dental practice by implementing relationships with outside sources.\n“Dental Equipment – That’s Why!” – Matt Henderson\nThe importance of yearly maintenance on all equipment and how to get the most life out of it.\n“It’s Not Just A Shoe Shine And A Polish!” – Clarita Buffaloe\nWhat’s new in dental hygiene?  Instrumentation\, preventive and therapeutic care.\n\n  \nCourse Objectives:\n\n“Smooth Operator”: To teach why you should build healthy relationships with all vendors and manufacturers in the dental world.\n“Dental Equipment -That’s Why!”: The importance of maintaining all equipment in a dental practice.\n“It’s Not Just A Shoe Shine And A Polish!”: To implement what is new in dental hygiene equipment and instruments and why you need to try them out!\n\n  \nTuition Cost:\n\n Early Bird (before (09/18/24) 40.00\n Regular Pricing: 50.00\n AIDA Members: 35.00\n\n  \nSponsors:\n\nNDI\nPurchase Area Dental Society\nMedicom\nGC Dental\n\n  \nREGISTER HERE\n  \nNumber of CE’s:  5 \nGL Code :  63400001 \nAGD Subject Code: 550 \n \nCancellation Policy: Attendees must provide written notice of cancellation by August 8\, 2024\, for a full refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after August 8\, 2024. Registrants that no show the day of the event\, will not receive a refund for tuition paid due to fees incurred by the course organizer. \nRegistrants that NO SHOW the day of the event\, will not receive a refund for tuition paid due to fees incurred by the course organizer.
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/fallintodental/
LOCATION:Walker Hall Event Center\, 229 Madison Street\, Paducah\, KY\, 42001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T193000
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
CREATED:20240814T141052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T141052Z
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SUMMARY:The Soft Tissue Management Hygiene Series Part 3 of 3 – Systemizing your Periodontal Protocol: Scheduling\, Coding\, Referring
DESCRIPTION:Tuition Cost: AIDA members: $9.99 per person per session\nGeneral Admission: $19.99 per person per session \nCE: 1.5 Lecture CE Credits per session\nCE Code: 490\nPrerequisites: Not Required\, you may attend each session ala carte   \nCourse Description: \nLet’s face it\, it can be challenging to get the entire team calibrated\, especially when it comes to our periodontal protocols. Often\, clinicians are left with performing a higher level of care than they bill out for due to the lack of clarify on the protocol\, lack of the verbal skills they need to tell a long-term “prophy” patient they are in a higher level of disease\, or not having the support from the business team to understand what needs to be submitted to insurance to enhance the patient’s coverage. This three-part series is designed to enhance the team approach to building a soft-tissue management program and will highlight the AAP classifications\, treatment modalities\, maintenance protocols\, risk assessment and management\, evidence-based practices\, and so much more. \nCourse Description Part 3: Systemizing your Periodontal Protocol: Scheduling\, Coding\, Referring \nCreating a protocol that works in your practice takes a team approach. It requires a commitment to the greater vision of patient care\, with each member being able to identify their role in the patient’s successful treatment. Identify the best practices in coding\, scheduling and when to review in this course that reviews the business side of hygiene. \nCourse Objectives Part 3: \n\nDiscover how to pre-block your schedule\nAccess the different types of code and review how to implement them chairside\nEvaluate what is needed by insurance to confirm the diagnosis of treatment\nDistinguish when to refer the patient\nReview key performance indicators for the dental hygienists\n\nMeet the Instructors: Amber Auger RDH MPH \nAmber Auger is a practicing dental hygienist who specializes in detecting and treating dental dysbiosis conditions. With more than 17 years of experience in the dental industry\, she has a passion for guiding hygienists in enhancing their clinical confidence\, time and business management\, and whole-body\, patient-specific periodontal protocols. Amber is the 2019 Sunstar Award of Distinction recipient\, a contributor to “RDH Magazine”\, featured author for “DentistryIQ”\, editor of the “RDH Graduate” newsletter\, and the host of #AskAmberRDH. Amber is actively mentoring and educating fellow dental hygienists in their careers and in personal growth through Thrive in the Op® on-demand course curriculum and weekly live coaching sessions. Amber is also owner of the Functional RDH® certification that provides hands on and classroom lectures to identify the root cause of dental dysbiosis and ways in which to restore whole-body health based on the latest oral science.
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/the-soft-tissue-management-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AIDA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
CREATED:20240814T140945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T140945Z
UID:2820-1729238400-1729249200@nashvilledental.com
SUMMARY:OSHA and Infection Control Made Easy for Dentistry
DESCRIPTION:Tuition Cost: AIDA members: $69.00 per person\nGeneral Admission: $99.00 per person \nCE: 3 Lecture CE Credits\nCE Code: 149\nPrerequisites: None \nCourse Description: \nOSHA requires an annual retraining session for all employees.  This course will help fulfill these requirements and will update participants on the latest from OSHA\, including the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for Hazard Communication and the Bloodborne Disease Pathogens Standard. In addition\, the course will cover the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Infection Control Guidelines for Dentistry and will review best practices for infection control during the COVID-19 pandemic period. \nOther topics covered include Subparts of the OSH Act that apply to dentistry including: \n\nMeans of egress\nIonizing radiation\nElectrical safety\nFire safety and first aid\nHazardous materials\nVentilation\nRecordkeeping\n\nCourse Objectives: \n\n\n\nUnderstand safety regulations in the dental office\nKnow the OSHA regulations that affect a dental facility\nBe familiar with all infection control regulations and guidelines for dentistry\nKnow the most current CDC guidelines for infection control\nUnderstand how to practice safely in the COVID-19 environment\nBeing prepared for an OSHA inspection in your dental facility\nKnow your rights under OSHA law and how to respond to a citation\n\n\n\n*Information will also be provided on how to react to an OSHA inspection of your office and how to assign tasks to key staff members so that they can assist you in achieving compliance. \nQ and A: An interactive question and answer session will be held at the end of training \nMeet the Instructors: Karson Carpenter\, DDS \nKarson L. Carpenter serves as President of Compliance Training Partners. He is an OSHA approved trainer who has for over 25 years designed educational programs to bring dental facilities into compliance with the governmental regulations that affect them in the areas of OSHA\, HIPAA and infection control. His experience includes guiding numerous clients across the United States through OSHA and HIPAA inspections as well as the critical post-inspection process.
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/osha-and-infection-control/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AIDA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
CREATED:20240814T140711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T140711Z
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SUMMARY:HIPAA Compliance Made Easy for Dentistry
DESCRIPTION:Tuition Cost: AIDA members: $49.00 per person\nGeneral Admission: $69.00 per person \nCE: 2 Lecture CE Credits\nCE Code: 566\nPrerequisites: None \nCourse Description: \nHIPAA training is required for all employees. This course is for all members of the dental team and is designed to educate participants on the requirements for HIPAA compliance in their facilities. HIPAA regulations require training for all employees in the areas of privacy\, security\, breach notification\, patient rights\, and expectations of the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Civil Rights\, who enforce this law. In addition\, attendees will learn about the use of consent forms\, authorization forms and business associate agreements. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nDefine Protected Health Information (PHI) and how to safeguard it\nReview components of the Privacy Standard\nKnow responsibilities under the Security Standard\nReview the assignment of responsibilities\nUnderstand required forms and documentation\nUnderstand how to conduct a risk assessment\nReview business associate responsibilities\nKnow required hardware/software components\nUnderstand security risks and how to mitigate them\nDefine a security breach and know when/how it must be reported\nBe aware of steps to take in the event of a HIPAA inspection\nUnderstand your options if you receive a HIPAA citation and fines\n\nQ and A: An interactive question and answer session will be held at the end of training \nMeet the Instructors: Andrea Carpenter \nAndrea R. Carpenter has worked in the healthcare industry for over 10 years as an HR Director for large group practices\, and currently serves as Vice President for Compliance Training Partners. Her role in the organization is to assist dental\, medical and animal health professionals across the United States achieve compliance with OSHA\, HIPAA\, and infection control regulations. She is a graduate of the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Science in Biopsychology\, Cognition\, and Neuroscience\, and holds a master’s degree in Organizational Leadership from Gonzaga University. In addition\, Andrea is an authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer\, with special emphasis on compliance for healthcare facilities.
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/hipaa-compliance/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AIDA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
CREATED:20240814T140600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T140735Z
UID:2814-1728324000-1728331200@nashvilledental.com
SUMMARY:The Soft Tissue Management Hygiene Series Part 2 of 3 – Pocket Decontamination: Evidence-Based Treatment Modalities
DESCRIPTION:Tuition Cost: AIDA members: $9.99 per person per session\nGeneral Admission: $19.99 per person per session \nCE: 1.5 Lecture CE Credits per session\nCE Code: 490\nPrerequisites: Not required\, you may attend each session ala carte  Part 3 – October 21 \nCourse Description: \nLet’s face it\, it can be challenging to get the entire team calibrated\, especially when it comes to our periodontal protocols. Often\, clinicians are left with performing a higher level of care than they bill out for due to the lack of clarify on the protocol\, lack of the verbal skills they need to tell a long-term “prophy” patient they are in a higher level of disease\, or not having the support from the business team to understand what needs to be submitted to insurance to enhance the patient’s coverage. This three-part series is designed to enhance the team approach to building a soft-tissue management program and will highlight the AAP classifications\, treatment modalities\, maintenance protocols\, risk assessment and management\, evidence-based practices\, and so much more. \nCourse Description Part 2: Pocket Decontamination: Evidence-Based Treatment Modalities October 7 \nRed complex bacteria are resistant to scaling and root planning alone. Therefore\, we must provide a comprehensive approach to the dangerous pathogens that have systemic effects on our patients. Often\, offices struggle to uphold the AAP recommendation to keep periodontal patients at a higher frequency of care. Patient compliance relies on them being able to experience a difference between their “regular cleanings” and periodontal therapy. Join me for this webinar as we discuss how to provide an evidence-based approach to soft tissue management both chairside and through homecare modalities. \nCourse Objectives Part 2: \n\nReview the biofilm burden and the systemic effects it has on the body\nDiscover how to differentiate the appointments from a prophy to a periodontal maintenance\nCompare chairside and homecare technologies to maximize clinical outcomes\nIdentify a road map of when and what to recommend based on the patient’s clinical case\n\nMeet the Instructors: Amber Auger RDH MPH \nAmber Auger is a practicing dental hygienist who specializes in detecting and treating dental dysbiosis conditions. With more than 17 years of experience in the dental industry\, she has a passion for guiding hygienists in enhancing their clinical confidence\, time and business management\, and whole-body\, patient-specific periodontal protocols. Amber is the 2019 Sunstar Award of Distinction recipient\, a contributor to “RDH Magazine”\, featured author for “DentistryIQ”\, editor of the “RDH Graduate” newsletter\, and the host of #AskAmberRDH. Amber is actively mentoring and educating fellow dental hygienists in their careers and in personal growth through Thrive in the Op® on-demand course curriculum and weekly live coaching sessions. Amber is also owner of the Functional RDH® certification that provides hands on and classroom lectures to identify the root cause of dental dysbiosis and ways in which to restore whole-body health based on the latest oral science.
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/the-soft-tissue-management-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AIDA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T193000
DTSTAMP:20260422T182812
CREATED:20240814T140439Z
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SUMMARY:The Soft Tissue Management Hygiene Series Part 1 of 3 – Transforming a Prophy Palace: Calibration for the Team
DESCRIPTION:Tuition Cost: AIDA members: $9.99 per person per session\nGeneral Admission: $19.99 per person per session \nCE: 1.5 Lecture CE Credits per session\nCE Code: 490\nPrerequisites: Not required\, you may attend each session ala carte Part 2 – October 7 and Part 3 – October 21 \nCourse Description: \nLet’s face it\, it can be challenging to get the entire team calibrated\, especially when it comes to our periodontal protocols. Often\, clinicians are left with performing a higher level of care than they bill out for due to the lack of clarify on the protocol\, lack of the verbal skills they need to tell a long-term “prophy” patient they are in a higher level of disease\, or not having the support from the business team to understand what needs to be submitted to insurance to enhance the patient’s coverage. This three-part series is designed to enhance the team approach to building a soft-tissue management program and will highlight the AAP classifications\, treatment modalities\, maintenance protocols\, risk assessment and management\, evidence-based practices\, and so much more. \nCourse Description Part 1: Transforming a Prophy Palace: Calibration for the Team September 16 \nA prophy palace is an office with less than 10% of patients in a periodontal program. This often happens when clinicians provide more than a prophy in their services but bill as a prophy. This prevents the patient from receiving the non-surgical treatment they need to prevent the progression of their disease. \nCourse Objectives Part 1: \n\nIdentify what a “super prophy is” and learn how to prevent them\nReview the AAP classifications on Periodontal Disease\nAccess the difference between the treatments based on the classification\nDiscover a one-hour appointment structure for the dental hygienist\nExplore verbiage that will increase patient urgency for treatment\n\n  \nMeet the Instructors: Amber Auger RDH MPH \nAmber Auger is a practicing dental hygienist who specializes in detecting and treating dental dysbiosis conditions. With more than 17 years of experience in the dental industry\, she has a passion for guiding hygienists in enhancing their clinical confidence\, time and business management\, and whole-body\, patient-specific periodontal protocols. Amber is the 2019 Sunstar Award of Distinction recipient\, a contributor to “RDH Magazine”\, featured author for “DentistryIQ”\, editor of the “RDH Graduate” newsletter\, and the host of #AskAmberRDH. Amber is actively mentoring and educating fellow dental hygienists in their careers and in personal growth through Thrive in the Op® on-demand course curriculum and weekly live coaching sessions. Amber is also owner of the Functional RDH® certification that provides hands on and classroom lectures to identify the root cause of dental dysbiosis and ways in which to restore whole-body health based on the latest oral science.
URL:https://nashvilledental.com/event/the-soft-tissue-management/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AIDA
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