Open Sessions
Saturday, March 10
PDC Lab Expo open 8:00am to 5:00pm
Official conference of the:
Afternoon Presentations High Impact Pourable Acrylic – New Methods to Denture Making Jason Fournier, RDT
Saturday, 12:30pm–2:00pm
Jason Fournier has 24 years in industry (RDT in 2001) and currently Manager (Removables) at Carlton Dental Labs. He specializes in acrylic over implant bars, sleep appliance therapy, and case planning. He has been a Dental Technicians Association of Saskatchewan Board Member since 2001. Jason also works with students 2 days a week at the University of Saskatchewan (Dentistry).
Learning Pattern: Clinical Excellence Materials/Techniques, Dental Technician CE Approval
CDSBC CL
ADA&C NE
CDHBC N/A
HIGHWAY TO HEALTH: A Roadmap to Self-managing Your Work-Related Pain Bethany Valachi, PT, DPT, MS, CEAS
Saturday, 12:30pm–3:00pm Learning Pattern: Practice Excellence Ergonomics CDSBC NC
ADA&C Y
CDHBC D.3 E.2
Lioness Leadership “Conversations” Katherine Eitel
Saturday, 12:30pm–3:00pm VCC West - Room 301 Learning Pattern: Practice Excellence Practice Management CE Approval
CDSBC PM
ADA&C Y
CDHBC B.2 F.2
Do These Genes Make Me Look Fat? Mary Ellen Psaltis, BPh
Saturday, 12:30pm–3:00pm VCC West - Room 211 Learning Pattern: Personal Development Communication, Health CE Approval
CDSBC NC
ADA&C Y
Co-sponsored by Dentsply Sirona
Bethany Valachi is author of the book, “Practice Dentistry Pain-Free”, clinical instructor of ergonomics at OHSU School of Dentistry and is recognized internationally as an expert in dental ergonomics. She has published more than 60 evidence-based ergonomic articles in dental journals and offers dental ergonomic education on her website at www.posturedontics.com. Speaker Host: Dr. Lance Rucker
VCC West - Room 109
CE Approval
Learn about the newest innovation in pourable acrylic denture base materials, Dentsply Sirona’s Lucitone HIPA (High Impact Pour Acrylic). This pourable acrylic denture base has the impact strength of traditional heat-cured bases. Lucitone HIPA, the “pour with more” is fast, efficient, and durable.
CDHBC A.2 B.1 B.2
Dr. Valachi introduces a special system of evidence-based exercise, myofascial pain selftreatment and stress management interventions to help you take control of your own health, prevent pain and extend your career. Attendees will actively participate in this dynamic seminar.
Katherine Eitel Belt is Healthcare’s Unscripted Communication Coach! International keynote speaker, author, and coach, Katherine is best known for helping professionals develop phenomenal, unscripted client communication skills and intuitive team leadership as well as train-the-trainer and executive speaker’s programs. Speaker Host: Diana Tennant
Communication expert Katherine Eitel Belt will provide some simple, powerful tools to help you communicate expectations and leave teammates and patients feeling better about the interaction (on the phone, in person, answering tough questions, or in moments of conflict).
Mary Ellen Psaltis, B.Ph, is a Certified Nutrition and Wellness Consultant and was recently certified as a Senior Nutrition Specialist. A long-time columnist, she writes on food and optimal well-being. Mary Ellen loves teaching seniors in her community. She’s the co-author of Spiritual Vitamins - 12 Essential Nutrients for Women. Mary Ellen hones her assisting skills on regular missions in Mexico. Speaker Host: Natasha Ilyin-Naten
Can we blame our genes for our health woes? Brain science and epigenetics are opening new possibilities for optimal well-being. We know nutrition is integral to our health, and we need to get our brains and thoughts working with us. Learn strategies that support your body and your life.
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Saturday Open Sessions
VCC West - Room 202/203/204