MEDICINE, DENTISTRY AND DRUGS (THE CHEATSHEETS LECTURE)
YOUR FANTASTIC DENTAL TEAM, WHAT MAKES IT WORK?
WHAT GOOD IS A DEAD PATIENT WITH PERFECT TEETH?
Presented by Robert C. Fazio, D.M.D. October 26, 2012 | Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park | CE Credits: 7
Presented by Dr. Rhonda Savage, CEO of Miles Global January 11, 2013 | Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park | CE Credits: 7
Presented by Nutritionist David Meinz March 22, 2013 | Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park | CE Credits: 7
This chairside-friendly course is for the clinician seeing patients on a daily basis. It will focus on the principle drugs prescribed by dentists, including antibiotics for acute infections and for all antibiotic prophylaxis situations – including intra-cardiac devices, vascular grafts, dialysis accesses, the myriad intravenous devices, prosthetic joints and hydrocephalus shunts. Analgesics protocols for post-operative pain and local anesthetic options will be emphasized. The dentist is faced with an aging population with a myriad of medical problems and physician-prescribed medications. The purpose of this course is to provide the dentist with a framework for choosing antibiotics, analgesics, anesthetics and other top 50 dental prescriptions in the context of potential drug-drug interactions and disease-related complications of the medically-compromised patient. The impact of these medical issues on the dental treatment plan will also be emphasized.
Learning Objectives: 1. Develop algorithms for selecting antibiotics, analgesics and local anesthetics. 2. Recognize physician-prescribed medications’ potential for drug-drug interactions. 3. Know which systemic diseases and medications contradict or alter the dental treatment plan. 4. Understand the inconsistencies between national medical organizations’ guidelines. Dr. Fazio is an associate clinical professor of surgery at Yale University School of Medicine. He is section head for oral medicine at Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, Connecticut. He serves on the editorial board for the journals: Inside Dentistry and Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry. Dr. Fazio has presented continuing education courses throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. He maintains a private practice limited to oral medicine, implants and periodontology in Norwalk, Connecticut.
WEST MICHIGAN DISTRICT DENTAL SOCIETY HOLIDAY DINNER AND AWARDS NIGHT
This lively session outlines what Miles Global finds as a common thread among their top clients who have the finest care along with a happy, productive work environment. But most of all, they also have a healthy bottom line.
David Meinz reveals the latest about the food you and your patients eat. You’ll discover how promoting the sugar bowl can actually decrease – yes, decrease caries formation. You will also learn the latest on artificial sweeteners, fast foods, and osteoporosis. A hands-on presentation that will bring you up-to-date on the relationship between nutrition and health.
T – Time to Train and Teach: Patient education and verbal skills E – Expectations, we all have them for ourselves & our team… communication is key! A – Accountability provides for a successful practice M – Motivation: When morale goes up, the practice goes up!
Attendees will learn:
Course Outline
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1. The Fundamentals: Diet and Dental Health 2. Osteoporosis Update: The Latest on Diet and Bone Health 3. Fast Foods: The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly 4. Foods Today’s Dental Profession Should Recommend for Dental and Total Health
How to attain clinical excellence through comprehensive treatment planning How to attract and retain the ideal dental team The four best tips in scheduling The key elements to effective communications Systems of a successful practice: hygiene, reactivation, accounts receivables Build fun and excitement into your practice
After this inspiring and motivating full-day comprehensive course, you will get back to your practice and be amazed at the difference. Experience a day with your fantastic dental TEAM and find out how to make it work for your practice. This is a full day presentation – ideal for the dentist and the entire team. Dr. Rhonda Savage began her career in dentistry as a dental assistant in 1976. After four years of chair-side assisting, she then took over front office duties for the next two years. Dr. Savage graduated with a B.S. in biology, cum laude, at Seattle University in 1985 – she then attended the University of Washington School of Dentistry, graduating in 1989 with numerous honors. Dr. Savage is the CEO for Miles Global, an internationally known practice management and consulting business. She is a member of the National Speakers’ Association and the Institute of Management Consultants. Dr. Savage is a noted speaker on practice management, women’s health issues, and zoo dentistry.
Learning Objectives: 1. Distinguish between “the truth” and “the whole truth” in food product health claims. 2. Identify selections at fast food restaurants that taste good and also contribute to good health. 3. Appreciate the realities of current popular weight loss diets. 4. Obtain specific personal recommendations for health and safe intakes of fat, sodium, cholesterol, fiber, and sugar. 5. Understand which new food products can play a legitimate role in health improvement. David Meinz is a nutritionist with a Master’s degree in human nutrition and a registered dietitian. He has been recognized as a Fellow in the American Dietetic Association and has received the Certified Speaking Professional designation from the National Speakers’ Association. In his twenty-year speaking career, he has presented to close to 200 dental groups and is a contributing editor to The Journal of the Academy of General Dentistry. He has also authored the audio learning system entitled “Healthy Dentistry.”
Thursday, December 13, 2012 Cascade Hills Country Club | Grand Rapids, MI | Business Attire Socialize with friends: 6:30pm | Dinner and Program: 7:30pm WMDDS Award Presentations | 2012 MDA & ADA Life Members 2013 Silent Bell Recipients, Dr. Chase Klinesteker and Dr. Thomas Sommerdyke
WEST MICHIGAN DISTRICT DENTAL SOCIETY | 161 OTTAWA AVENUE, NW | SUITE 511-F | GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN 49503 | FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT ELAINE FLEMING AT 616.234.5605 OR EMAIL EFWMDDS@AOL.COM