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Summit - Seattle Convention Center | Thursday, April 1 & Friday, April 2 900 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101 | At Summit: CE Sessions, Exhibit Hall, Special Events

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808 Howell St, Seattle, WA 98101 | At Hyatt Regency Seattle: CE Sessions

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Thursday, April 1 | Summit - Seattle Convention Center 900 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101

Attendee Help & Services Sessions Exhibit Hall Session Break Sessions Lunch Break Sessions Session Break Sessions Exhibit Hall Happy Hour Free, Open to All Attendees & Exhibitors, No Reservation Required, Sponsored by Omni Practice Group Comedy Night with Dr. Bert Walpack $25/ticket

Time 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Location Summit - SCC Summit - SCC Summit - SCC

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Summit - SCC

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Summit - SCC

Summit - SCC Summit - SCC Summit - SCC

Friday, April 2 | Summit - Seattle Convention Center 900 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101

Attendee Help & Services Sessions Exhibit Hall Session Break Sessions Lunch Break Sessions Session Break Sessions Sips & Smiles Reception Free, Open to Only Attendees & Sponsors, No Reservation Required

Time 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Location Summit - SCC Summit - SCC Summit - SCC

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Summit - SCC

CO NF ER ENC E SC HEDULE

CONFERENCE SCHEDULE Don’t Miss Comedy Night with Bert Walpack! Bert Walpack is a tall, gray haired, lanky, waspy, father of three who runs a dental practice during the day but keeps his smoldering comedy career alive at night. Now living in Eugene, Oregon he performs throughout the country on his “Oral Fixation” show. He likes to tell jokes about what it is like to hold needles and drills in people’s mouth. Bert has performed in the Hell Yes Comedy Festival, the B4Udie Comedy Festival, the Portland Maine Festival and Don’t Tell Comedy shows.

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Time 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM 2:30 PM - 2:45 PM 2:45 PM - 4:15 PM

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F EATU R ED S P EA KER S • WS DA NEW AND E ME RGING SP E AKE RS

FEATURED SPEAKERS

PNDC is excited to welcome these world-renowned dental speakers to Seattle.

Timothy Caruso, PT, MBA, MS, CERT.MDT, CEAS

Gary DeWood, DDS, MS

John Gammichia, DMD, FAGD

Timothy Hempton, DDS

Machell Hoover, RDH, FAAOSH

Ronald Morris, DDS, MS

Shannon Pace Brinker, CDA

Amrita Patel, DDS

Ergonomics

Hygiene

Amber Riley, MS, RDH, CLCP, CMCPS, FAAFS Forensic Odontology

Restorative

Oral Surgery

M. Nader Sharifi, DDS, MS Restorative

Composites

Dental Assisting

Kyle Stanley, DDS Practice Management, Cosmetic/ Implants

Periodontics

Dental Benefits

Stephanie Wright Practice Management

WSDA NEW AND EMERGING SPEAKER SERIES

The following up-and-coming WSDA member speakers will present 50-minute lectures at PNDC 2027!

Jasjit Dillon, MBBS, DDS, FDSRCS, FACS

Sami Dogan, Dr. med. dent.

Oral Pathology

Preventive Dentistry

Sanghee Lee, DDS, MSc, MS, PhD

Andrea Pizzini, DDS, MS

Orthodontics

Andrew Kapust, DDS Pediatric Dentistry

Kevin Lee, DDS, MD

Oral Surgery

Periodontics

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THUR S DAY L EC TU R ES

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10:30 AM-12:00 PM

Patel

From Diagnosis to Yes: Mastering the Case Presentation Conversation Part 2

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10:30 AM-12:00 PM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM 11:30 AM-1:30 PM 12:30 PM-1:20 PM

Riley Soliman Stanley Staples Studebaker Table Clinics Kapust

Bones, Bugs, Fire & Flies: Forensic Odontology Part 2 Third Molar Surgery for the GP: From Assessment to Aftercare Part 2 Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry Part 2 Bring Your A-Game to Dentistry Dental Service Organizations & Their Impact on Dentistry in Washington State JBLM AEGD Table Clinics Clinical Decision-Making in Pediatric/Adolescent Orofacial Development

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8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 9:35 AM-10:25 AM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM

Lab Tech

10:30 AM-12:00 PM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM

Title Ergonomics, Wellness & Efficiency for the Entire Dental Team Part 1 Practical Treatment Strategies for Endodontic Management of the Adolescent Damas Dentition DeWood Breathing & Airway in a 2027 Restorative Dental Practice Optimal Intervention Dentistry Part 1: Optimizing Fluoride in Effective Caries Featherstone Management Identification & Management of OPMDs (Oral Potentially Malignant Disorders) Gem Part 1 There's an Instrument for That? Conquering Tricky Spots in Dental Hygiene Hill Instrumentation Hoover Bridging the Gap: Medical Conditions with Dental Solutions Muller Buy or Build: Your Roadmap to Dental Practice Ownership Great Consultations Start with Great Scanning: Building Trust, Better Pace Brinker Conversations & Case Acceptance One Voice, One Diagnosis in Treatment Planning: The Internal Alignment Patel Framework Part 1 Riley Bones, Bugs, Fire & Flies: Forensic Odontology Part 1 Soliman Third Molar Surgery for the GP: From Assessment to Aftercare Part 1 Stanley Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry Part 1 Staples Revitalize Your Work & Life Beyond the Diagnosis: Work-Up, Treatment & Rehabilitation of Maxillofacial Lee Bone Pathology Caruso Ergonomics, Wellness & Efficiency for the Entire Dental Team Part 2 Damas Trauma Management: Current Concepts and Treatment Recommendations DeWood Who Gets to Decide What's Esthetic? Optimal Intervention Dentistry Part 2: The Caries Balance - The Basis for Caries Featherstone Management Identification & Management of OPMDs (Oral Potentially Malignant Disorders) Gem Part 2 Hill Standard to Stellar: Elevating Preventative Care Hoover The Wellness Smile: Metabolic Health Through the Oral Lens Kikikis Smart Real Estate Moves for Dental Practices: Start, Expand & Relocate Pace Brinker Ready, Set, Smile! Dental Photography from Our Side of the Chair®

8:00 AM-9:30 AM

Speaker Caruso

EFDA/ Assistant Front Office

Time 8:00 AM-9:30 AM

Hygienist

THURSDAY LECTURES

Dentist

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Endodontics

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Treatment Planning

1.5

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Preventive Dentistry

1.5

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Oral Pathology

1.5

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Hygiene

1.5

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Hygiene Practice Management

1.5

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n n n n n Communication n n n n n Forensic Dentistry Oral Surgery n n n n Artificial Intelligence n n n n n n n n n Inspirational Oral Surgery

1.5

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1.5

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Preventive Dentistry

1.5

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Oral Pathology

1.5

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Preventive Dentistry Hygiene Practice Management Digital Photography Treatment Planning/ Communication Forensic Dentistry Oral Surgery Artificial Intelligence Inspirational Practice Transitions Clinical Innovations Pediatric Dentistry

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1:30 PM-3:00 PM 1:30 PM-3:00 PM 1:30 PM-3:00 PM 1:30 PM-3:00 PM 1:30 PM-3:00 PM 1:30 PM-3:00 PM 1:30 PM-3:00 PM 1:30 PM-3:00 PM 1:30 PM-3:00 PM 1:30 PM-3:00 PM 1:30 PM-3:00 PM 3:05 PM-3:55 PM 4:00 PM-5:30 PM 4:00 PM-5:30 PM 4:00 PM-5:30 PM 4:00 PM-5:30 PM 4:00 PM-5:30 PM 4:00 PM-5:30 PM 4:00 PM-5:30 PM 4:00 PM-5:30 PM 4:00 PM-5:30 PM

Patel

4:00 PM-5:30 PM 4:00 PM-5:30 PM

Riley Soliman

4:00 PM-5:30 PM

Stanley

4:00 PM-5:30 PM 4:30 PM-5:20 PM

Staples Dillon

Time 1:30 PM-4:30 PM

Speaker Cole

Lab Tech

EFDA/ Assistant Front Office

Dentist

Hygienist

Endodontics

1.5

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TMD/Occlusion

1.5

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Preventive Dentistry

1.5

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Oral Pathology

1.5

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1.5

Hygiene

1.5

Practice Transitions

1.5

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1.5

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n n n n Insurance Risk Management n n n Implants n n n Practice Management

1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5

n n n n Ergonomics

1.5

Dental Trauma

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Treatment Planning n n n n n n n HIPAA Oral Pathology

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n Restorative/Esthetics

Title Subject Basic Life Support Training for Healthcare Providers | Hands-On Workshop ($95) n n n n n Basic Life Support

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1.5

n n n n Inspirational Periodontics n

Insurance/Practice The Business Behind the Chair: Revenue Cycle Management for Practice Owners n n n n n Management "Beyond the Tag & Bag": Med-Legal Forensic Consulting in Civil Litigation Part 2 n n n n Risk Management Implant Placement: "The Starter Course" Part 2 Implants n n n n Your Best Year Ever in Dentistry: The Business Framework for Sustainable Practice Management n Growth Part 2 Bring Your A-Game to Dentistry (Repeat) n n n n n Inspirational Red & White Pathologies: What's New & What's Next? Oral Pathology n n n

THURSDAY WORKSHOP

CE 1.5

Lab Tech

1:30 PM-3:00 PM

Subject

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EFDA/ Assistant Front Office

1:30 PM-3:00 PM

Title Surviving Back & Neck Pain in Modern Dentistry: A User's Guide for the Rest of Caruso n Your Career! Part 1 Practical Treatment Strategies for Endodontic Management of the Adolescent Damas n Dentition (Repeat) DeWood TMD & Occlusion: Is There a Connection? n Optimal Intervention Dentistry Part 3: CAMBRA in Action - Caries Management Featherstone n by Risk Assessment for All Ages Identification & Management of OPMDs (Oral Potentially Malignant Disorders) Gem n Part 1 (Repeat) Transgender Dental Health 101: Understanding & Supporting Your Trans Patients Hill n & Families At the Hands of the Dental Hygienist: Innovating Care Through Adjunctive Hoover n Therapies Johnston Your Practice, Your Exit: Choosing Between a DSO and Private Buyer n You Make a Great Impression on Me: Mastering Impression Materials, Trays & Pace Brinker n Predictable Techniques Patel Behind the Denial: Decoding Insurance & Reimbursement n Riley "Beyond the Tag & Bag": Med-Legal Forensic Consulting in Civil Litigation Part 1 n Soliman Implant Placement: "The Starter Course" Part 1 n Your Best Year Ever in Dentistry: The Business Framework for Sustainable Stanley n Growth Part 1 Staples Revitalize Your Work & Life (Repeat) n Pizzini Soft Tissue Grafting Around Teeth & Implants n Surviving Back & Neck Pain in Modern Dentistry: A User's Guide for the Rest of Caruso n Your Career! Part 2 Trauma Management: Current Concepts and Treatment Recommendations Damas n (Repeat) DeWood Dentistry Is So Much More Fun When People Ask Me For It! n Flaig HIPAA Compliance That Holds Up: From Rules to Real-World Workflows n Identification & Management of OPMDs (Oral Potentially Malignant Disorders) Gem n Part 2 (Repeat) Hill Curiosity Revived the Cat: Five Pathways Out of Career Autopilot n From Assessment to Commitment: The Hygienist's Role in Health-Driven Patient Hoover n Decisions Pace Brinker Fabricating Exquisite Anterior, Posterior, Single & Multiple Unit Provisionals n

Hygienist

1:30 PM-3:00 PM

Speaker

Dentist

Time

THU R S DAY L EC TUR ES & WO R KS HO P

THURSDAY LECTURES, cont.

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F R IDAY L EC TU R ES

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8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-9:45 AM 9:35 AM-10:25 AM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM

Subject Finance

Endodontics

1.5

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Treatment Planning

1.5

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Hygiene Myofunctional Therapy Practice Transitions Marketing

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Pediatric Dentistry Restorative/Esthetics Restorative/Esthetics Practice Transitions Hygiene/Periodontics

1.5

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Insurance

1.5

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Sedation

1.75

Orthodontics

Finance

1.5

Endodontics

1.5

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Anesthesia

1.5

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Treatment Planning

1.5

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The Facts About Fluoridation: A Science & Advocacy Update Part 1

10:30 AM-12:00 PM

Newman

AI for Dentists: Practical, Real-World Applications to Grow Your Practice Today

10:30 AM-12:00 PM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM 10:30 AM-12:00 PM

Pace Brinker Ready, Set, Smile! Dental Photography from Our Side of the Chair® Rice Smile Design: Direct & Indirect Part 2 Sharifi Restorative Decision Making for Endodontically Treated Teeth Part 2 Void-Holmes Evidence-Based Care, Standard of Care, or Just Making It Up as We Go Fight the Plan, Not the Front Desk: Turning Patient Anger Into Dental Plan Wright Pressure Mastering Adult Minimal Sedation Part 2: Choosing the Right Sedative Donaldson Medications & Reversal for Minimal Sedation

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Lense

10:30 AM-12:15 PM

Lab Tech

Title Practice, Financial & Tax Strategies for Newer Dentists Part 1 From Files to Ferrule: A Restoratively Driven Path to Endodontic Excellence Bruder Part 1 The 4 Riddles Every Practice Must Solve: Riddle 1 (The Present Riddle) - What DeWood Did This Person Bring With Them? Hempton The Periodontal Co-therapist: Practical Periodontology for the RDH Part 1 Hornsby What is Myofunctional Therapy & Why Should You Care? Johnston The Numbers Behind the Deal: What Buyers & Sellers Need to Know Newman CRO First: Turn Your Dental Website Into a New Patient Conversion Machine Great Consultations Start with Great Scanning: Building Trust, Better Pace Brinker Conversations & Case Acceptance Patterson Wiggles to Wisdom: Growth & Development Directs Diagnosis & Care Rice Smile Design: Direct & Indirect Part 1 Sharifi Restorative Decision Making for Endodontically Treated Teeth Part 1 Studebaker Dental Service Organizations & Their Impact on Dentistry in Washington State Void-Holmes Biofilm Management: The Evidence Behind Better Outcomes Stop Fighting Denials Alone: How to Activate Patients (and Use AI) to Put Real Wright Pressure on the Plan Mastering Adult Minimal Sedation Part 1: Getting Started - The Essentials Every Donaldson Dental Professional Should Know Impacted Canines: What Every Dentist & Orthodontist Need to Know - From Lee Early Detection to Successful Treatment Bodin Practice, Financial & Tax Strategies for Newer Dentists Part 2 From Files to Ferrule: A Restoratively Driven Path to Endodontic Excellence Bruder Part 2 Cooke The Latest & Greatest in Local Anesthesia: Past, Present & Future The 4 Riddles Every Practice Must Solve: Riddle 2 (The Technical Riddle) - What DeWood Is the Optimal Solution for the Problems? Flaig HIPAA Compliance That Holds Up: From Rules to Real-World Workflows Hempton The Periodontal Co-therapist: Practical Periodontology for the RDH Part 2 Hornsby Unravel Tongue Tie-Assessment + Pre & Post-op Protocols

10:30 AM-12:00 PM

Speaker Bray

EFDA/ Assistant Front Office

Time 8:00 AM-9:30 AM

Hygienist

FRIDAY LECTURES

Dentist

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Communication/ n n n Preventive Dentistry Artificial Intelligence/ n n n n Marketing n n n n Digital Photography Restorative/Esthetics n Restorative/Esthetics Hygiene n n

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1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5

Insurance

1.5

Sedation

1.75

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Hempton

1:30 PM-3:00 PM

Hornsby

1:30 PM-3:00 PM

Jacob

The Facts About Fluoridation: A Science & Advocacy Update Part 2

1:30 PM-3:00 PM

Martin

1:30 PM-3:00 PM 1:30 PM-3:00 PM 1:30 PM-3:00 PM 1:30 PM-3:00 PM 1:30 PM-3:00 PM 1:30 PM-3:00 PM 1:30 PM-3:00 PM 1:30 PM-3:15 PM 1:30 PM-3:30 PM 3:05 PM-3:55 PM 4:00 PM-5:30 PM 4:00 PM-5:30 PM 4:00 PM-5:30 PM 4:00 PM-5:30 PM

Advanced Tax, Transition & Income Planning for Before, During & After Transition Part 1 Video That Converts: How to Use YouTube & Website Video to Attract HighNewman Value Patients You Make a Great Impression on Me: Mastering Impression Materials, Trays & Pace Brinker Predictable Techniques Rice Smile Design: Direct & Indirect Part 3 Sharifi Uppers are from Mars, Lowers are from Venus: Clarifying Overdentures Part 1 Tanbonliong Pediatric Dental Trauma in the Primary Dentition: Diagnosis and Management Void-Holmes Sensitive Teeth, Sensible Solutions: Managing Dentinal Hypersensitivity Stop Fighting Denials Alone: How to Activate Patients (and Use AI) to Put Real Wright Pressure on the Plan (Repeat) Mastering Adult Minimal Sedation Part 3: Put Minimal Sedation Into Practice Donaldson From Patient Selection to Post-op Care Going Under: Legal Risks, Timing Failures & Liability Exposure in In-Office Clarke Anesthesia Dentistry Karbakhsch Washington Dental Commission Update Advanced Tax, Transition & Income Planning for Before, During & After Bodin Transition Part 2 From Files to Ferrule: A Restoratively Driven Path to Endodontic Excellence Bruder Part 2 (Repeat) The 4 Riddles Every Practice Must Solve: Riddle 4 (The Financial Riddle) - How DeWood Do I Design My Business to Get What I Need? Why Implants & Peri-implant Tissues May Have Issues: Implant Therapy & the Hempton RDH Part 2 Hornsby

4:00 PM-5:30 PM 4:00 PM-5:30 PM 4:00 PM-5:30 PM 4:00 PM-5:30 PM 4:00 PM-5:30 PM 4:00 PM-5:30 PM

Muller Buy or Build: Your Roadmap to Dental Practice Ownership Newman The New Patient Engine: Building a Predictable, Multi-Channel Growth System Pace Brinker Fabricating Exquisite Anterior, Posterior, Single & Multiple Unit Provisionals Rice Smile Design: Direct & Indirect Part 4 Sharifi Uppers are from Mars, Lowers are from Venus: Clarifying Overdentures Part 2 Void-Holmes No Fluoride No Problem: Discover the Alternatives Fight the Plan, Not the Front Desk: Turning Patient Anger Into Dental Plan Wright Pressure (Repeat) Mastering Adult Minimal Sedation Part 4: Beyond the Basics - Nitrous Oxide, Donaldson Patient Monitoring & Rules for Sedation

4:00 PM-5:30 PM 4:00 PM-5:45 PM

From Mouth Breathing to Tongue Thrust: Clinical Clues in Everyday Exams

FRIDAY WORKSHOPS Time 8:00 AM-11:00 AM 8:30 AM-11:30 AM

Speaker Cole Soliman

Endodontics

1.5

n n n n

Treatment Planning

1.5

n n

Implants

1.5

n n n

1.5

n n n

Sleep Apnea Communication/ Preventive Dentistry

Practice Transitions

1.5

n n n n

n n n n n Marketing n n n n n n n n n n n n

1.5

n Restorative/Esthetics

1.5

Restorative/Esthetics

1.5

n Prosthodontics

1.5 1.5

n n n n

Insurance

1.5

n n n

Sedation

1.75

n n n

Risk Management

n n n n n Regulations

1.5

Practice Transitions

1.5

Endodontics

1.5

n n n n

Practice Management

1.5

n n

Hygiene

1.5

n n

n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n

Myofunctional Therapy/ Sleep Apnea Practice Management n n Marketing n Restorative/Esthetics Restorative/Esthetics n Prosthodontics Preventive Dentistry n

n n n n

1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5

Insurance

1.5

Sedation

1.75

Title Subject Basic Life Support Training for Healthcare Providers | Hands-On Workshop ($95) n n n n n Basic Life Support Implant Placement: "The Starter Workshop" | Hands-On Workshop ($395) Implants n

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Pediatric Dentistry Preventive Dentistry

Dentist

4:00 PM-5:30 PM

Lab Tech

1:30 PM-3:00 PM

Lab Tech

DeWood

EFDA/ Assistant Front Office

1:30 PM-3:00 PM

Hygienist

Bruder

Subject Preventive Dentistry Practice Transitions

EFDA/ Assistant Front Office

1:30 PM-3:00 PM

Title Can We Really "Heal" Caries? What Today's Remineralization Evidence Says From Search to Success: Navigating a Dental Practice Purchase From Files to Ferrule: A Restoratively Driven Path to Endodontic Excellence Part 1 (Repeat) The 4 Riddles Every Practice Must Solve: Riddle 3 (The Behavioral Riddle) - How Can I Help Them Ask for What They Need? Why Implants & Peri-implant Tissues May Have Issues: Implant Therapy & the RDH Part 1 Facial Development, Airway Function & the Dentist's Role

Hygienist

Speaker Dogan Bennett

Dentist

Time 12:30 PM-1:20 PM 1:30 PM-3:00 PM

F R I DAY L EC TU R ES & F R IDAY WO R KSHOP S

FRIDAY LECTURES, cont

CE 3 3

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Geisinger

8:00 AM-9:30 AM

Morris

8:00 AM-9:30 AM 8:00 AM-10:00 AM 10:00 AM-11:30 AM

Tataryn Madden Gammichia

10:00 AM-11:30 AM

Geisinger

10:00 AM-11:30 AM

Kang

10:00 AM-11:30 AM

Kerns

10:00 AM-11:30 AM

Morris

10:00 AM-12:00 PM

Clarke

10:00 AM-12:00 PM 1:00 PM-2:30 PM 1:00 PM-2:30 PM 1:00 PM-2:30 PM

Randall Fahmy Gammichia Geisinger

1:00 PM-2:30 PM

Kerns

1:00 PM-2:30 PM

Morris

1:00 PM-3:00 PM 2:45 PM-4:15 PM 2:45 PM-4:15 PM

Madden Gammichia Geisinger

2:45 PM-4:15 PM

Morris

2:45 PM-4:15 PM 3:00 PM-5:00 PM

Paranjpe Randall

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Lab Tech

8:00 AM-9:30 AM

Title Holy $&@?!, I Didn't Know You Could Do That With Composite Part 1 n Tik Tok Toothpaste? Separating Oral Hygiene Hype from Evidence-Based Care n Part 1 Everything You Wanted to Know About Oral Surgery But Were Afraid to Ask n Part 1 Odontogenic Sinusitis: What Dentists Need to Know n MATE Training: Opening Doors to Recovery from Substance Use Disorders Part 1 n Holy $&@?!, I Didn't Know You Could Do That With Composite Part 2 n Tik Tok Toothpaste? Separating Oral Hygiene Hype from Evidence-Based Care n Part 2 Specialists Serve Two Masters: Patients & Referrals - How Leadership & Smart AI n Adoption Build Winning Practices Effects of Severe Periodontal Inflammation on Distant Healthy Tooth Sites n Everything You Wanted to Know About Oral Surgery But Were Afraid to Ask n Part 2 Managing Preventable Incidents in Dentistry: Swallowed Instruments & Wrong n Tooth Treatment Key Concepts and Skills for Health Equity in Dentistry n Food for Thought: Nutrition's Influence on Oral Disease & Recovery Conservative Dentistry: This Isn't Your Father's Composite Lecture Part 1 n Killer Smile? The Oral-Systemic Connection Part 1 n Effects of Severe Periodontal Inflammation on Distant Healthy Tooth Sites n (Repeat) Everything You Wanted to Know About Oral Surgery But Were Afraid to Ask n Part 3: Focus on Implant Placement MATE Training: Opening Doors to Recovery from Substance Use Disorders Part 2 n Conservative Dentistry: This Isn't Your Father's Composite Lecture Part 2 n Killer Smile? The Oral-Systemic Connection Part 2 n Everything You Wanted to Know About Oral Surgery But Were Afraid to Ask n Part 4: Focus on Implant Placement Vital Pulp Therapy: The Old, The New & The Future n Key Concepts and Skills for Health Equity in Dentistry (Repeat) n

EFDA/ Assistant Front Office

Speaker Gammichia

Hygienist

Time 8:00 AM-9:30 AM

Dentist

SATUR DAY L EC TU R ES

SATURDAY LECTURES

Subject Restorative/Esthetics

n n n n

Hygiene

1.5

Oral Surgery

1.5

n n n n n n

Endodontics Pharmacology Restorative/Esthetics

1.5

n n

Hygiene

1.5

n n n

Leadership

1.5

Periodontics

1.5

Oral Surgery

1.5

n n

Risk Management

n n n n

Health Equity Nutrition Restorative/Esthetics Periodontics

n n n n n

n n n n n n n n n n n n

1.5

2 1.5

2 1.5 1.5 1.5

Periodontics

1.5

Implants

1.5

Pharmacology Restorative/Esthetics Periodontics

1.5

Implants

1.5

Endodontics Health Equity

1.5

2 1.5

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WAS HINGTO N C E R EQ U I R EMENTS

WASHINGTON CE REQUIREMENTS DENTISTS

Licensed Washington dentists must complete 63 hours of continuing education every three years. • For Dentists Licensed Before 2019: Verification of completion of CE hours was due on the dentist’s annual license renewal date in 2022, and every three years thereafter. • For Dentists Licensed 2019 or Later: The three-year CE reporting period begins upon date of licensure and is due every three years thereafter. Prepare for your reporting deadline by earning 20+ CE credits in just three days at PNDC!

HYGIENISTS

Licensed Washington dental hygienists must complete 15 hours of continuing education per year. Hygienists can complete an entire year of CE in just three days at PNDC!

ADDITIONAL CE REQUIREMENTS PNDC offers CE sessions to meet several more specific continuing education requirements for Washington dentists, hygienists, and other members of the dental team. CE REQUIREMENT

Health Equity Licensed Washington dentists and dental anesthesia assistants must complete two hours of health equity CE every three years. Licensed Washington dental hygienists must complete two hours of health equity CE every four years. Eligible Toward Requirement: 2 CE Credits - Key Concepts & Skills for Health Equity in Dentistry (Randall)

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CE REQUIREMENT

Basic Life Support (BLS) Dental staff providing direct patient care in an inoffice or outpatient setting must hold a current and valid healthcare provider basic life support (BLS) certification. Training must include both didactic and hands-on components. Certification is good for two years. Eligible Toward Requirement: Basic Life Support Training for Healthcare Providers | HandsOn Workshop (Cole) ($95)

CE REQUIREMENT

DEA MATE Act Dentists applying for a U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration must complete eight hours of one-time training on safely prescribing controlled substances (Schedules II, III, IV, and/or V) in order to receive their registration. Eligible Toward Requirement: 2 CE Credits - MATE Training: Opening Doors to Recovery from Substance Use Disorders Part 1 (Madden) 2 CE Credits - MATE Training: Opening Doors to Recovery from Substance Use Disorders Part 2 (Madden)

CE REQUIREMENT

Sedation Dentists who administer sedation must complete CE based on their permit level. The full “Mastering Adult Minimal Sedation” series (parts 1-4) at PNDC 2027 satisfies the 7 CE hour requirement for minimal sedation with nitrous oxide, minimal sedation, and moderate sedation with enteral agents. Other sedation permit holders may count these hours toward their requirement. Eligible Toward Requirement: 1.75 CE Credits - Mastering Adult Minimal Sedation Part 1: Getting Started - The Essentials Every Dental Professional Should Know (Donaldson) 1.75 CE Credits - Mastering Adult Minimal Sedation Part 2: Choosing the Right Sedative - Medications & Reversal for Minimal Sedation (Donaldson) 1.75 CE Credits - Mastering Adult Minimal Sedation Part 3: Put Minimal Sedation Into Practice - From Patient Selection to Post-op Care (Donaldson) 1.75 CE Credits - Mastering Adult Minimal Sedation Part 4: Beyond the Basics - Nitrous Oxide, Patient Monitoring & Rules for Sedation (Donaldson)

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Exhibit Hall Happy Hour Thursday, April 1 | 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Exhibit Hall, Summit – Seattle Convention Center Free, Open to All Attendees & Exhibitors, No Reservation Required Sponsored by Omni Practice Group Enjoy free drinks and appetizers while you shop the Exhibit Hall on Thursday night!

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S P EC I A L EV ENTS

SPECIAL EVENTS

Comedy Night with Dr. Bert Walpack Thursday, April 1 | 7:00 PM Summit – Seattle Convention Center $25/ticket Presented by PNDC, Open to All Bert Walpack is a tall, gray haired, lanky, waspy, father of three who runs a dental practice during the day but keeps his smoldering comedy career alive at night. Now living in Eugene, Oregon he performs throughout the country on his “Oral Fixation” show. He likes to tell jokes about what it is like to hold needles and drills in people’s mouth. Bert has performed in the Hell Yes Comedy Festival, the B4Udie Comedy Festival, the Portland Maine Festival and Don’t Tell Comedy shows.

WSDA Mentor/Mentee Luncheon Friday, April 2 | 11:45 AM - 1:15 PM Free (Open to WSDA Member Dentists & All Dental Students, RSVP Required) Sponsored by Washington Dentists’ Insurance Agency WSDA mentor dentists and dental student/new dentist mentees are invited to meet up during PNDC at the WSDA Mentor/Mentee Luncheon. Learn more and RSVP at www.wsda.org/mentor.

Sips & Smiles Reception Friday, April 2 | 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Free, Open to Only Attendees & Sponsors, No Reservation Required Enjoy free drinks and appetizers plus live music as you catch up with colleagues and friends at the Sips & Smiles Reception on Friday night!

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P NDC 2 027 EX HI BI T HA L L

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Exhibit Hall Schedule

Thursday, April 1: 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM Friday, April 2: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

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The Leading Provider of Dental Practice Transitions & Real Estate April

THURSDAY

10:30-12:00 pm 1.5 CE Credits

Smart Real Estate Moves for Dental Practices: Start, Expand & Relocate

April

THURSDAY

1:30-3:00 pm 1.5 CE Credits

Your Practice, Your Exit: Choosing Between a DSO and Private Buyer

Learn how to evaluate leases, purchases, and build-outs before you start, expand, or relocate. Get a clear framework for choosing a location that protects your bottom line.

DSO or private buyer? Compare valuation, deal terms, clinical autonomy, and post-sale involvement to choose the exit that fits your goals.

April

FRIDAY

8:00-9:30 pm 1.5 CE Credits

The Numbers Behind the Deal: What Buyers & Sellers Need to Know

Collections, overhead, cash flow, and valuations: Learn to read the numbers that shape the price and structure of a practice sale, whether you are buying or selling.

FRIDAY

1:30-3:00 pm 1.5 CE Credits

From Search to Success: Navigating a Dental Practice Purchase

Follow the purchase process from search to closing. Learn how to evaluate a practice, run due diligence, negotiate terms, and buy with confidence.

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Jen Bennett A native to Washington, Jen received her degree in Communications at Central Washington University. After college, she furthered her education and training at PIMA Medical Institute where she earned her certificate in Dental Assisting. She served the dental community as a CDA for over 16 years. Jen decided to advance her career by becoming a Dental Practice Broker in 2016 and now has over 50 successful dental practice transitions under her belt. She is a valuable asset to the OMNI team.

Tom M. Bodin, CFA, CFP, TPCP, MBA Thomas “Tom” Bodin, CFA, CFP®, TPCP®, MBA is a director and practice integration advisor with Focus Partners. Tom provides comprehensive financial advisory services to medical clinicians and practice owners, including tax, pension and retirement planning. He is motivated by a passion to help dental and medical professionals connect the hard work they put into their practices with their most deeply held values and goals, through an evidence-based approach to practice financial management and true wealth management. Prior to joining Focus Partners, Tom was the chief economist and chief financial officer for the Office of the Indiana Attorney General, where he worked with civil servants and other professionals in the oversight and management of the organization’s accounting, financial, and economic functions.

Kevin J. Bray Kevin J. Bray is a CoFounding Partner and Client Advisor at the Dental Accounting Group (DAG) — Washington State’s leading dental-specialized CPA and accounting firm, serving more than 400 dental practice owners across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. A recognized thought leader in dental accounting and practice management, Kevin co-built DAG into a three-time INC. 5000 honoree and Puget Sound Business Journal Best Places to Work firm.

helping dental practice owners navigate every stage of their career — from acquisition through growth, partnership, and exit planning. He is the architect of DAG’s annual Dental Practice Financial Survey, which benchmarks the financial performance of hundreds of practices across Washington State each year. Kevin is passionate about small business ownership, and is actively involved with dental societies to promote private practice dentistry. Most recently, he has been working closely with the WSDA by providing insight and financial data to help with the recent legislative push to improve the provider reimbursement framework and tax relief for dentists in Washington.

George A. Bruder, DMD Dr. Bruder was the founding Chair of the Department of Endodontics and Director of the Advanced Specialty Education Program in Endodontics and Associate Dean for Education and Information Technologies at Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine from 2006 – 2015. In 2012, Dr. Bruder was awarded the prestigious Edward M. Osetek Educator Award from the American Association of Endodontists and is also a member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon, National Dental Honor Society. Dr. Bruder is a Fellow of the International College of Dentists and a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics. Dr. Bruder has delivered more than 2,500 lectures both nationally and internationally. In addition, he has published numerous articles on Micro-Endodontics and Endodontic technologies and authored and co-authored numerous textbook chapters including the chapter on non-surgical MicroEndodontic Retreatments with Dr. Robert R. White in Color Atlas of Endodontics, by Dr. William Johnson. Currently, Dr. Bruder divides his time between his family, private practice, and providing the ultimate in handson participation continuing education programs. Dr. Bruder serves as President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of TruEndo INC. and coinvented both TruShape and TruNatomy Endodontic Instrument Lines with Dr. Ove A. Peters.

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Timothy Caruso, PT, MBA, MS, CERT.MDT, CEAS

S P EA KER S

SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES

Timothy J. Caruso has been a practicing Physical Therapist for over 35 years, focusing his expertise in the area of manual therapy, orthopedics & ergonomics. He continues with direct patient care at Marklund Wasmond Center in Elgin Illinois as well as Community Physical Therapy in Addison Illinois. Tim has worked extensively with the dental profession since 1988 in the areas of ergonomics, injury prevention, productivity, exercise & wellness. He balances his professional career between pediatric & adult populations with orthopedic conditions. He is president & co-founder of the Kids Equipment Network Children’s NFP which has provided over 5000 children with special needs adaptive equipment at no cost for over 20 years. He was a member of the American Dental Association Dental Wellness Advisory Committee for over 15 years. He is a member of the FDI Health and Safety in the Dental Workplace Task Team.

Jacqueline Clarke, JD Jacqueline Clarke received her BA in Literature and Film from Kalamazoo College in 2010, and her Juris Doctorate from Michigan State University College of Law in 2013. She is admitted to practice law in both the Michigan and Illinois state courts, as well as the United States District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan. Before joining MedPro Group, she worked as a litigation attorney at Smith, Haughey, Rice & Roegge in Ann Arbor, Michigan. There, she specialized in the defense of hospitals, healthcare facilities, physicians, nurses, and dentists in all stages of the licensing, claims, and litigation processes. She also provided risk management consultative services to a number of institutional clients, including the University of Michigan Health System, Spectrum Health, and Beaumont Health. Jacqueline joined MedPro in 2018 and helped our dental division achieve a trial win rate of 95% and a closed without payment rate over 80%. Jacqueline’s responsibilities include developing and delivering risk management and patient safety services to MedProinsured dentists, students/residents, and national dental organizations. Jacqueline also serves in a business development role by providing educational seminars on risk reduction and proactive risk management to prospective clients, distribution partners and dental students and residents.

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Art Cole Teaching Group has over one hundred years of experience working in the fire service and teaching. The instructors are active and retired firefighters and paramedics. Art Cole has been involved teaching locally, nationally and internationally for groups and foreign governments. You will walk away able to handle emergencies through his teaching style.

Matthew Cooke, DDS, MD, MPH Matthew Cooke, DDS, MD, MPH, is a pediatric dentist and dentist anesthesiologist who serves as Professor and Program Director of Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Florida College of Dentistry. His multidisciplinary background in dentistry, medicine, anesthesiology, pediatric dentistry, and public health provides a distinctive perspective on the care of children, medically complex patients, and individuals with special health care needs. Dr. Cooke earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University and completed advanced specialty training in pediatric dentistry and dental anesthesiology. He subsequently earned a Master of Public Health and Doctor of Medicine from Virginia Commonwealth University. Prior to joining the University of Florida, Dr. Cooke served on the faculty of the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine in the Departments of Dental Anesthesiology and Pediatric Dentistry. His academic career has encompassed clinical care, education, research, mentorship, and professional service. Dr. Cooke is committed to advancing pediatric dentistry and dental anesthesiology through education, scholarship, and clinical innovation. A significant focus of his work is the safe and effective use of sedation and anesthesia in dentistry, particularly for children, medically complex patients, and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or other special health care needs. His work emphasizes patient safety, evidence-based practice, and expanding access to highquality oral healthcare. As an educator, Dr. Cooke is dedicated to preparing the next generation of pediatric dentists to provide compassionate, evidencebased care in an increasingly complex clinical environment. His scholarly interests include sedation and anesthesia, local

anesthetics, pain management, special health care needs, early childhood caries, and improving access to oral healthcare.

appointment as Adjunct Professor at The Arizona School of Oral and Dental Health at AT Still University.

Beth A. Damas, DDS, MS

I have had the privilege of presenting nationally and internationally on esthetics, occlusion, appliance therapy, the business of dentistry, and making a connection with our patients. I am an active member of: The Central Arizona Dental Society, the Arizona Dental Association, the American Dental Association (serving on the CCEPR Commission), the Academy of General Dentistry, the American Equilibration Society (Treasurer), the American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics, the American Academy of Oro-Facial Pain, the American Academy of Cranio-Facial Pain, the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

Dr. Beth Ann Damas was born and raised in Lemont, Illinois. In 2005, she graduated as one of only five students with a dual DDS and MS degree from the University of Illinois College of Dentistry. Upon graduation, Dr. Damas entered the private practice of general dentistry in the Southwest Suburbs of Chicago from 2005 to 2008. Subsequently, Dr. Damas entered the endodontic residency program at the University of Detroit Mercy in Michigan. She completed her residency training in 2010. Dr. Damas is an active member of the American Association of Endodontists, American Dental Association and the Chicago Dental Society. She is on the board of the Edgar Coolidge Endodontic Study Club. She is the Endodontic Consultant for Lurie Children’s Hospital. Her expertise includes regenerative endodontics in adolescents and she has presented this research to various dental conferences, residency programs and study clubs both nationally and internationally. Dr. Damas completed her American Board of Endodontics Diplomate certification in 2015.

Gary DeWood, DDS, MS I have been practicing general dentistry for 43 years, focusing the majority of my time on teaching for the past 20 years after leaving private practice in Pemberville, Ohio. I earned my B.S. in Education from Bowling Green State University, and my D.D.S. from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland. I completed the University of Florida Facial Pain Center Curriculum and earned a Master of Science degree from The University of Toledo College of Medicine in 2004. I served as Clinical Director at the Pankey Institute from 2003 to 2008 and held appointments as Assistant Clinical Professor at The University of Toledo College of Medicine, and Associate Professor at The University of Tennessee College of Dentistry prior to joining Frank Spear’s education company, The Seattle Institute, as its President in 2008. In 2009 we merged The Seattle Institute with The Scottsdale Center for Dentistry and I relocated to Phoenix, Arizona as Director of Curriculum and Clinical Education for the newly formed Spear Education. I also currently hold an

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S P EA KER S

Art Cole, Paramedic

Jasjit Dillon, MBBS, DDS, FDSRCS, FACS Jasjit (Jas) Kaur Dillon is a Professor and Program Director of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Washington, Seattle, USA. She is also the Chief of OMS service at Harborview Medical Center; the only level I trauma center in the Pacific Northwest where she has a busy oncology, trauma and reconstructive practice. Her clinical training has been garnered from 5 countries – the UK, South Africa, Hong Kong, Vancouver BC, and San Francisco. She obtained her dental degrees from the University of Newcastle Upon Tyne (BDS), the University of California San Francisco (DDS) and her medical degree from St Bartholomew’s School of Medicine, University of London (MBBS). She is a member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (FDSRCS), the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and is a past examiner for the American Board of OMS and current pathology section editor of the Journal or Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery . She has over 100 peer reviewed scientific publications, book chapters and lectures extensively in North America and internationally.

Sami Dogan, Dr. med. dent. Dr. Sami Dogan, DDS, Dr. med. dent, is an Associate Professor in Restorative Dentistry at the University of Washington, where he has served as faculty, clinician, and prosthodontist since 2005. His primary scholarly and clinical focus is translational research on tooth remineralization, with the aim of moving laboratory and clinical evidence into practical care that preserves tooth structure

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He earned his DDS at the University of Ankara in Türkiye in 1991 and his Dr. med. dent degree at the Medical School Hannover in Germany in 1997. He completed specialty training in prosthodontics at the University of Washington in 2012. That combination of restorative, periodontal, and prosthodontic training shapes his approach to conservative treatment, prevention, and material selection.

Mark Donaldson, BSP, ACPR, PHARMD, FASHP, FACHE Mark Donaldson received his baccalaureate degree from the University of British Columbia and his Doctorate in Clinical Pharmacy from the University of Washington. He has practiced as a clinical pharmacy specialist, clinical coordinator and director of pharmacy services at many healthcare organizations in both Canada and the United States. He is currently Associate Principal of Clinical Pharmacy for Vizient’s Advisory Solutions, and lives in Whitefish, Montana. Dr. Donaldson is a Clinical Professor at the University of Montana, Clinical Associate Professor at the Oregon Health & Sciences University, and affiliate faculty in Dentistry at UBC. He has lectured internationally to both dental and medical practitioners focusing on dental pharmacology and therapeutics and is a leader in the field. Dr. Donaldson has published numerous peerreviewed works and textbook chapters. He serves on the Editorial Board for the Journal of the American Dental Association and is the 2016 recipient of the Academy of General Dentistry’s Dr. Thaddeus Weclew Award. In 2019 he was conferred by the Canadian Dental Association (CDA) with the “Special Friend of Canadian Dentistry Award.” This award is given to an individual outside of the dental profession in appreciation for exemplary support or service to the profession as a whole. He can be reached via email at: drmarkdonaldson@gmail.com

Mina D. Fahmy, DDS, MS, Dip ABOMS Dr. Mina D. Fahmy is a board certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon. He graduated with Distinction from the University of Alberta and continued his training by earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree, Summa Cum Laude from Marquette University in 2018. Dr. Fahmy was then selected to complete Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

training at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville, where he served as Chief Resident in his final year. His passion for education and advancement of the field has led him to conduct numerous scientific studies and publish over 40 peer reviewed articles and textbook chapters. His interest in the nutrition of his patients before and after surgery prompted him to obtain a Master of Science degree in Medical Nutrition. He has lectured across the country on a number of topics including nutrition optimization, 3D bio-printing, pathology, and tissue engineering. During his extensive surgical training, Dr. Fahmy has become proficient in areas of advanced dental implants, full arch reconstruction, wisdom teeth removal, infections, head and neck oncology/pathology, facial trauma, jaw correction surgery, facial cosmetics, and nerve repair. He has also received substantial training in both office based and general hospital anesthesia. Currently he is practicing full scope, pain free Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Dr. Fahmy is a Diplomate with the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS). He is a member of American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS), American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (ACOMS), and the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS). He is certified in Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). When not working, Dr. Fahmy enjoys flying planes, cooking and spending time in nature, camping, hiking, and kayaking with friends and family.

John Featherstone, MSc, PhD Dr. John Featherstone is Dean Emeritus of the School of Dentistry at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and Professor Emeritus of Preventive and Restorative Dental Sciences at UCSF. His research over the past 50 years has covered several aspects of cariology (study of tooth decay). He was one of the scientists who established how fluoride really works, and he was a pioneer in research on laser interactions with hard tissues. He spearheaded the development of CAMBRA® (caries management by risk assessment) at UCSF and its clinical implementation over 20 years. He is currently active in encouraging the implementation of Optimal Intervention Dentistry across the world. He has won numerous national and international awards and he has published over 320 papers and book chapters.

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and improves everyday dental health.

Trish Flaig is the Director of Regulatory and Compliance Strategy at the Washington State Dental Association (WSDA). She leads WSDA’s regulatory analysis, rulemaking review, and advocacy work, representing dentistry’s perspective with state agencies and regulators and giving her insight into how compliance requirements are developed, interpreted, and applied in practice. She also leads WSDA’s ComplyBetter program, guiding the development of HIPAA, OSHA, and infection control training, tools, and resources that help dental teams put complex requirements into practice. With 20 years in dentistry as a registered dental assistant and practice manager, Trish knows firsthand how compliance plays out at the front desk, in the operatory, and everywhere in between. Trish’s approach is clear, practical, and solutions focused. She translates complicated rules into everyday workflows teams can actually follow, so practices can protect patient information, reduce stress, and stay focused on patient care. Her goal is to make compliance feel clear, approachable, and less intimidating.

John V. Gammichia, DMD, FAGD Dr. John Gammichia is a 1995 graduate of the University Florida College of Dentistry. He has been in private practice for over 30 years. He has written a bunch of articles and he has lectured in a lot of places. But what you really need to know about him is that he absolutely loves what he does for a living. He loves doing composite restorations and wants you to love them too. He is married to his college sweetheart and has four kids. He is active in his church and is an avid runner. And he will do anything and go anywhere to watch the Gators play.

Mia L. Geisinger, DDS, MS Dr. Mia L. Geisinger is a nationally recognized periodontist, educator, and thought leader shaping the future of oral healthcare. A Professor, Director of Advanced Education in Periodontology, and Acting Chair of the Department of Periodontology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), Dr. Geisinger brings a rare blend of clinical expertise, academic leadership, and research

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perspective, her goal is the same: give dental professionals information they can actually use when they return to practice.

Jason H. Goodchild, DMD received his dental training at the University Of Pennsylvania School Of Dental Medicine (Philadelphia, PA). He is currently the Director of Scientific Affairs at Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals (New York, NY). He holds faculty appointments at Creighton University School of Dentistry (Omaha, NE), and the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine (Newark, NJ). Dr. Goodchild’s general dental practice is in Elkins Park, PA. He can be reached via email at: DrJGoodchild@gmail.com.

Amanda is a Certified in Dental Infection Prevention and Control (CDIPC) professional and recipient of the Association for Dental Safety’s Emerging Infection Control Leader Award. She serves on the advisory board for RDH magazine and contributes to numerous dental publications.

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excellence to every stage she steps onto. A graduate of Duke University, Columbia University School of Dental Medicine, and the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, Dr. Geisinger is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and a Fellow of the International Team for Implantology, the International College of Dentists, and the American College of Dentists. Her leadership footprint spans the profession: she has served as President of the American Academy of Periodontology Foundation, Chair of the American Dental Association Council on Scientific Affairs, and a member of the Board of Directors for the ADA Science and Research Institute. She is a Past President of the American Academy of Periodontology and contributes to numerous AAP and ADA committees and task forces. With more than 80 peer reviewed publications, multiple editorial board appointments, and a research portfolio focused on periodontal systemic interactions, implant therapy in the compromised dentition, and innovative regenerative strategies, Dr. Geisinger is a trusted voice at the forefront of evidence based dentistry. She lectures nationally and internationally, delivering dynamic, clinically relevant programs that empower dental teams to elevate patient care, embrace emerging science, and navigate the evolving landscape of periodontology and oral systemic health.

Hakan Gem, DDS, PhD, MSD, DABOM Dr. Gem is a board certified oral medicine specialist at the Univeristy of Washington and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center. He completed his dental training and doctorate at the University of Washington where his research focus was on cell cycle dysregulation in oral cancers. He went on to complete his oral medicine residency at the University of Washington and his current research examines the impact of the oral microbiome on oral mucositis development on bone marrow transplant patients. In his role as assistant professor, Dr. Gem treats patients with orofacial pain and mucossal disorders, teaches pre- and post-doctoral trainees, and continues his research within UW and Fred Hutch. Outside of work, Dr. Gem loves to play golf with his friends and spend time outdoors with his wife, Jennifer, and their dog, Tiny.

Timothy James Hempton, DDS Dr. Hempton is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and maintains a private practice limited to periodontics and dental implants in Dedham, MA. Dr. Hempton is an Adjunct Associate Clinical Professor at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. He previously served as the Assistant Director of the postdoctoral program in Periodontology at Tufts from 2000 to 2012 and as Program Director from 2012 to 2014. In Addition, Dr. Hempton holds an appointment at the Department of Veterans Affairs in Boston, MA. He is a recipient of the 2005 American Academy of Periodontology Teaching and Mentoring award at Tufts University, the 2011 Yankee Dental Congress Clinician of the Year Award and the 2014 Dean’s Award for Excellence in Preclinical Teaching at Tufts University.

Amanda Hill, RDH, CDIPC Amanda Hill, BSDH, RDH, CDIPC, is an award-winning dental hygienist, educator, author, and national speaker with more than 30 years of experience in dentistry. A graduate of Old Dominion University, Amanda began her career in clinical dental hygiene and has spent decades helping dental professionals turn evidence, technology, and clinical skills into practical improvements in patient care. Known for making complex—and sometimes uncomfortable—topics approachable, Amanda lectures nationally on dental hygiene instrumentation, infection prevention, oral-systemic health, patient communication, and inclusive care. Whether she is putting an instrument in a clinician’s hand or challenging an audience to see a patient’s experience from a different

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Amanda believes great dentistry requires curiosity, compassion, and a willingness to keep learning—even when we’ve been doing something the same way for years. Her energetic, practical teaching style encourages clinicians to ask better questions, sharpen their skills, and provide care that meets patients where they are.

Machell Hoover, RDH, FAAOSH Machell Hoover, RDH, CHC, is an internationally recognized speaker, educator, consultant, and Founder and CEO of Integrative Dental Coaching with more than 20 years of experience in dentistry. A proud integrative dental hygienist, Machell’s experience in dental sleep medicine and interdisciplinary, whole-health care has allowed her to practice—and now teach—at the top of her licensure. She is passionate about helping dental teams elevate patient outcomes through comprehensive risk assessment, codiagnosis, patient-centered communication, and collaborative care. Machell serves as a Subject Matter Expert for Spear Education, is a hygiene educator for 3D Dentists, and serves on the advisory boards of DentistryIQ and the American Academy for Oral & Systemic Health (AAOSH). In addition to her clinical and educational work, Machell is a Certified Health Coach with advanced training in menopause and lifestyle-as-medicine coaching, bringing a unique whole-health perspective to patient care. She is co-author of A Patient’s Guide to Oral Systemic Connections and a contributor to industry publications focused on prevention, oral-systemic health, and comprehensive care. Through speaking, consulting, and one-on-one coaching, Machell is dedicated to empowering dental professionals with the confidence, knowledge, and systems needed to elevate care, strengthen practice performance, and help patients better understand the connection between oral and overall health. She believes dentistry changes lives and that those who make up the profession have the privilege and opportunity to make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of the communities they serve.

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Sarah K. Hornsby is a trailblazer in the field of myofunctional therapy: an international speaker, educator, and entrepreneur who has redefined how myofunctional therapy is taught and delivered. A licensed dental hygienist turned innovator, Sarah was the first in the world to launch a fully online myofunctional therapy practice, years before telehealth became mainstream. In 2014, she founded MyoMentor, the first online myofunctional therapy training program. MyoMentor has since become a globally respected, time-tested 12-week course with more than 2,500 graduates practicing in over 40 countries, as of 2026. It has shaped the careers of many of today’s leading myofunctional therapy providers and educators. Sarah’s work is grounded in her own transformative experience of recognizing and treating her orofacial myofunctional symptoms, and she brings that authenticity, depth, and infectious passion to every stage she steps on. Beyond education, she has built a global community of healthcare professionals across dentistry, speech and physical therapy, chiropractic, pediatrics, and more, united by a commitment to airwayfocused, root-cause care. Sarah remains a passionate advocate for providers and patients alike, dedicated to empowering clinicians to elevate standards of care through healthy breathing, airway dentistry, myofunctional therapy, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Matt Jacob, BA Matt Jacob is a public health consultant who advises dental and medical organizations, nonprofits and children’s advocates on communicating with policymakers and patients. His clients include the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics (Section on Oral Health). Matt has provided training in more than 15 states to strengthen communication about fluoride. In 2013, he testified about strategies to improve health literacy to the Institute of Medicine’s Roundtable on Health Literacy. Matt has authored a dozen peerreviewed journal articles about oral health communication or policy. He is the co-author of two books, and he lives in Arlington, Virginia.

Rodney Johnston, MBA, CMA Rodney Johnston is the Founder and Principal Broker of OMNI Practice Group, a leading provider of dental practice transitions, sales, valuations, buyer representation and real estate services. He is also past president of the National Association of Practice Brokers. Rod has assisted in the valuation of over one thousand practices and selling of hundreds of practices ranging from simple one doctor transactions, multi-location sales and DSO transitions. He is an accomplished public speaker who draws upon his vast experience in practice transitions, valuations, accounting, marketing, and practice management to educate and engage his audience. Prior to forming OMNI, Rod spent 15 years as Director of Treasury and Director of Accounting for AT&T Wireless. Rod is also on the board of directors of Everyone for Veterans and is founder of the Eastside Basket Brigade which is a group that provides meals to hundreds of families for Thanksgiving.

Thomas Kang, DDS Dr. Thomas Kang is the founder of Puget Sound Periodontics, a leading multi-location specialty practice in the Seattle area. Since opening his first office in 2006, Dr. Kang has grown the practice into a sixdoctor, referral-based group recognized for clinical excellence, innovation, and patient-centered care. A graduate of the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry, Dr. Kang completed his periodontal residency at the University of Pittsburgh and later earned an Executive Development certification in Leadership from the University of Washington Foster School of Business. His professional interests include dental implant therapy, bone and soft tissue regeneration, and advancing interdisciplinary collaboration between specialists and restorative dentists. Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Kang is passionate about leadership development, mentorship, and community outreach. He serves as a mentor to young clinicians, leads the South Sound Multidisciplinary Dental Study Club, and host community events meant to educate dentists about the value of their businesses and how as leaders they can influence their communities in positive ways. Dr. Kang’s work reflects his commitment to excellence, compassion, and lifelong learning values that continue to inspire both his patients and his peers.

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Andrew J. Kapust, DDS

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Dr. Andrew Kapust received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry in 1991. Following dental school, Dr. Kapust joined his father’s pediatric dental practice where he developed his passion for providing dental and orthodontic care for children and adolescents. In 1993, he continued his formal education at the University of California, Los Angles (UCLA) School of Dentistry, completing its combined orthodontic and pediatric dentistry residency program in 1996. He earned specialty certificates in both orthodontics and pediatric dentistry. Dr. Kapust is board certified in both specialties and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Kapust has been published in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics and referenced in other dental journals for his research. Dr. Kapust’s dual-specialty training allows him to provide a seamless continuum of pediatric-focused dental care with advanced orthodontic treatment, from infancy through adolescence.

Kristopher A. Kerns, PhD, MPH Kristopher A. Kerns, PhD MPH is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Periodontics, Associate Director of the Clinical Oral Microbiome Research Center (COMRC), and recent NCATS/ITHS KL2 Scholar focusing on translational clinical research. Dr. Kerns’ research focuses on translational oral microbiology and mucosal immunology, with a particular emphasis on leveraging parallel multi-omic approaches and advanced bioinformatics to investigate host–microbiome interactions in distant clinically healthy sites in patients with active periodontal inflammation at the individual tooth level.

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As a Commercial Real Estate Broker, Steve specializes in helping medical professionals and has been licensed since 2006. Steve works with doctors every day who are looking to buy a building or lease a space for their new startup, relocate an existing, or opening an additional practice. This gives him a unique opportunity to understand and negotiate the terms that will best meet medical professionals’ goals – now and in the future. Steve also represents landlords and building owners to help secure tenants and/ or sell their properties with an emphasis on maximum market exposure. His background and experience allow him to provide the highest degree of service possible to our clients.

Kevin C. Lee, DDS, MD Kevin Lee, DDS, MD is an Assistant Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Washington. He holds a BA from the University of Pennsylvania, earned his DDS and MD at Columbia University, and completed his oral and maxillofacial surgery residency at Columbia University/NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. He further specialized with a fellowship in head and neck surgical oncology and microvascular reconstruction at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. Practicing at UW-Harborview Medical Center, Dr. Lee treats the full spectrum of oral-maxillofacial conditions with specialization in craniomaxillofacial trauma, oral cavity cancer, and head and neck free flap reconstruction.

Sanghee Lee, DDS, MSc, MS, PhD Dr. Sanghee (Sunni) Lee is a board-certified orthodontist and Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthodontics at the University of Washington, where she supervises resident clinics and mentors research on high-impact initiatives, including AI integration in 3D imaging and clear aligner advancements. Her academic approach is informed by a unique background that began with a foundation in chemical engineering before earning her dental degree, master’s research, and doctoral training, along with specialty orthodontic residency training at Yonsei University and The Ohio State University. An active contributor to scientific literature, Dr. Lee publishes in peer-reviewed journals and

serves as a reviewer and committee member for several international orthodontic publications and professional organizations, dedicated to advancing evidence-based care and elevating patient outcomes across the specialty.

Elizabeth Lense, DDS, MSHA Dr. Lense attended Emory University School of Dentistry, winning the Oral Pathology and Hinman Scholar Awards. She completed an Oral Maxillofacial Pathology residency at Emory, obtained a Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration from Georgia State University, and did a residency in Dental Public Health at the CDC in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Lense has served as Director of a hospital-based Pediatric Dental Program in Atlanta, Asst Prof of Pediatrics for Emory and Morehouse Medical Schools, the State Dental Director of Georgia, and Associate Prof of Community Dentistry at University of Florida. Currently, she works with the American Dental Association’s Council on Advocacy for Access and Prevention as a Senior Scientist for Population Health. She is the ADA’s subject matter expert on Community Water Fluoridation.

Theresa E. Madden, DDS, MS, PhD, FICD Dr. Theresa Madden is Professor of Periodontics at the Pacific NW University’s School of Dental Medicine and Affiliate Professor in the UW GPR. Previous Chair of Perio at OHSU in Portland she spent her sabbatical at the University of Otago dental school in New Zealand as the Colgate visiting Periodontist. Presently on the Practitioner Executive Committee of the National Dental Practice-based Research Network and has published over 45 peerreviewed original publications. She has been an ad hoc reviewer for the journal Substance Abuse. Dr. Madden ran her own private perio and implant practice in Olympia from 2008 until 2020. Prior to entering the Baltimore College of Dentistry, she earned Maryland state certification in addiction counseling and worked at the Johns Hopkins Hospital outpatient alcohol center, as well as residential detox and half-way houses in Prince Georges County, Maryland. For 8 years, she served on the Council on Dental Practice’s Advisory Committee on Chemical Dependency at the ADA. Since 1991, she has collaborated with academics

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across the country in medicine, nursing, psychology, and social work on federal grant projects aimed at improving the clinical competencies of all health professionals in today’s topic. She also served on the Outreach to Professionals committee of Al-Anon Family Groups World Service Office. Through her career she remains an expert within dentistry of assisting families at risk for being impacted by substance use disorders.

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Sam Martin, MBAtax, CFP(r), CPA Sam is a Senior Wealth Advisor for Focus Partners Wealth and heads the Bellevue office which focuses on comprehensive financial planning and wealth management. In the same office, Sam plays a senior tax and planning role for Dental Accounting Group and leads DG Transitions, a comprehensive seller’s transition consultancy. Sam is an accounting graduate of the University of Montana and holds a Masters in Federal Income Taxation from Golden Gate University. Sam is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Financial Planner (TM) (CFP (r)). Sam and the Dental Accounting Group are members of the Academy of Dental CPAs, a nationwide affiliation of like-minded CPA practices dedicated to improving the practices and lives of some 6,000 plus dentists and their families. A strong cup of french roast and looking forward to keeping your money away from Washington, D.C. and Olympia is what gets Sam up in the morning.

Ronald P. Morris, DDS, MS Dr. Morris graduated with honors in 1981 from the University of Detroit School of Dentistry. He did a General Practice residency at Truman Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri, and an Oral and Maxillofacial residency at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. He has been practicing Oral and Maxillofacial surgery since 1985 and is a diplomat of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial surgery. Dr. Morris has been teaching human anatomy for 48 years and is part time faculty at the University of Detroit Mercy dental school and has been lecturing nationally and internationally.

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Matt is a Regional Vice President specializing in financing of practice start-ups, commercial real estate, debt consolidation and equipment financing. Matt begin his career with Bank of America at the beginning of 2019 following a successful tenure focusing on dental core equipment for new and expanding offices. Matt covers the Pacific Northwest (AK, WA, OR, MT, ID) and is committed to providing his clients the service and resources necessary to get their projects done on time and within budget.

Brad Newman Brad Newman is the founder and Chief Buzz Officer of Dentainment, a dental marketing agency helping practices grow through innovative digital marketing, AI-driven strategies, and patient-focused online experiences. Since founding Dentainment in 2010, Brad has worked with dental practices across the country to strengthen their brands, increase visibility, improve patient conversion, and navigate the rapidly changing digital landscape. An entrepreneur since the age of 14, Brad brings a unique combination of marketing strategy, technology, creativity, and real-world business experience to the dental industry. His expertise includes artificial intelligence and AI search, website conversion optimization, SEO, video and YouTube marketing, social media, digital advertising, and the evolving ways patients discover and choose their healthcare providers. Brad is also the host of the *Best Dental Marketing* podcast and author of *Best Dental Marketing*, where he shares practical strategies dentists and their teams can use to build stronger practices and create meaningful connections with patients. Before entering the marketing world, Brad played NCAA Division I hockey at Bowling Green State University and professionally in Italy. He remains actively involved in the sport and, outside of dentistry and marketing, enjoys coffee, sushi, and yoga.

Shannon Pace Brinker, CDA Shannon Pace Brinker, CDA, CCD, is a nationally and internationally recognized dental assistant, speaker, author, and educator with more than 34 years of clinical experience. She has educated more than 80,000 dental professionals through lectures, hands-on programs, webinars, and continuing education courses. Shannon is the founder and owner of Chairside Assisting® Magazine, a publication dedicated to educating, supporting, and elevating dental assistants. She is also the creator of Chairside Assisting with Shannon Pace Brinker, an online education platform providing continuing education and clinical training designed specifically for dental assistants. Throughout her career, Shannon has held educational roles with some of dentistry’s most respected organizations, including the Nash Institute, Dawson Academy, and Spear Education. She has authored more than 300 dental articles and has worked extensively with leading dental manufacturers on clinical education, product evaluation, and professional training. Shannon was the first dental auxiliary elected to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Board of Directors and is a recipient of the AACD Rising Star Award. Her industry recognition also includes being named among Dentistry Today’s Top 100 Clinicians, receiving a Dental Product Report educator award, and being named Dental Assistant Educator of the Year by DrBicuspid. After more than three decades chairside, Shannon remains passionate about advancing the dental assisting profession and giving assistants the clinical knowledge, confidence, and skills to become invaluable members of the dental team. Her message is simple: “Become the assistant your dentist can’t work without.”

Avina Paranjpe, BDS, MS, MSD, PhD Dr. Avina Paranjpe graduated with her BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) degree from the Mumbai University, India in 2000. She was in private practice in Mumbai, India from 2000-2002 after which she obtained her Master’s degree (MS) and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Oral Biology, Immunology from the University of California, Los Angeles in 2004 and 2007 respectively. Dr. Paranjpe earned her Master of Science in Dentistry (MSD) and Certificate in Endodontics from the University of

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Washington Graduate Endodontics Program in August 2009 after which she joined the faculty at the University of Washington, School of Dentistry as Assistant Professor. She was promoted to Professor with tenure in 2020 and is the current Program Director in Endodontics at the school. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics and the immediate past ABE President. Dr. Paranjpe is involved in several ongoing research projects related to dental materials and regenerative Endodontics. She has numerous publications in the area of pulpal regeneration and revascularization, immunology, and compatibility of biomaterials. She has won multiple teaching awards including: Edward M. Osetek Educator Award 2019: Recognized for outstanding status as an educator in North America by the American Association of Endodontists. She was recently inducted as a Fellow to the American College of Dentists (ACD) for contributions to the profession, community, and research.

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Amrita Patel, DDS Dr. Amrita Patel is an awardwinning general dentist and multi-practice owner based in New York, with over 15 years of clinical experience. She writes the Leadership column for AGD Impact magazine,is on the Editorial Advisory Board for Dental Economics, and has headlined sessions at dental meetings across the country. Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Patel develops continuing education and practice management curricula for dental professionals, and consults with practices navigating growth, insurance strategy, and operations. She also reaches both dentists and patients through her content platforms: @dramritapatel and @projectconfidents where she tackles insurance transparency and healthcare advocacy head-on.

Kimberly Patterson, DDS, MS Dr. Patterson received her B.S. in Dental Hygiene from Caruth School of Dental Hygiene, M.S. in Anatomy/ Microbiology from Baylor University, and D.D.S from The Texas A&M University System - Baylor College of Dentistry. She completed residency in Pediatric Dentistry at the Louisiana State University School of Dentistry and Children’s Hospital in New Orleans, Louisiana as chief resident. Following residency, Dr. Patterson delivered pediatric dental care in and around the Austin, Texas area until pursuing academics. While in Austin, she was consultant to the Cleft Lip and Palate Team at the Dell

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Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas. Dr. Patterson is a diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, consultant and examiner for the ABPD, consultant to the AAPD Council on Scientific Affairs, a reviewer for the Journal of Dentistry for Children and Pediatric Dentistry journal among others, and is currently Councilor for the ADEA Section on Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Patterson serves as the Program Director for the Advanced Education Program in Pediatric Dentistry and Interim Chair of the Department of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry at Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine.

Andrea Pizzini, DDS, MS He was born and grew up in Desenzano del Garda, Italy. He received his dental degree from the University of Alfonso X el Sabio (UAX) in Madrid, Spain. In recognition of his academic record and clinical skills, he was accepted to a postgraduate course in advanced implantology with the Spanish Society of Dental Implants (SEI). Following graduation, Dr. Pizzini practiced for two years as a general dentist in Italy. Dr. Pizzini came to the United States for the Post-Graduate Periodontics program at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) where he obtained his certificate in Periodontology and Master of Science (MS) in dentistry. He is a visiting professor at the University Central del Este (Dominican Republic) and a professor at Coppel Dental Academy in Madrid (Spain). He served as an assistant professor in the depertment of Periodontology at West Virginia University School of Dentistry. Dr. Pizzini is a fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI). He is a diplomate from the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) and received the Excellence in Teaching award from the AAP in 2022. Dr. Pizzini works in private practice in Spokane, WA

Cameron L. Randall, PhD, is a clinical health psychologist and Assistant Professor of Oral Health Sciences at the University of Washington School of Dentistry (UWSOD) in Seattle. Broadly, his work applies behavioral science to improve population oral health, dental education, and the practice of dentistry. His NIH-funded research focses on pain, dental fear, health behavior, and providers’ implementation of evidence-based practice. Many of his projects address these topics in the context of health equity. He has published more than 60 journal articles and book chapters, and his scholarly work has been recognized with awards from the NIH, the International Association for Dental Research, and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. He also researches and speaks nationally and internationally on topics related to dental workforce well-being. Dr. Randall holds leadership positions in the International Association for Dental Research and the American Dental Education Association, and he has served on the editorial boards for multiple dental journals. He was a lead author on the Consensus Statement on Future Directions for the Behavioral and Social Sciences in Oral Health, a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry workgroup that developed clinical practice guidelines for nonpharmacological behavior guidance, and a contributor for the NIH report, Oral Health in America. As Director of Behavioral Sciences at UWSOD, he teaches extensively in the predoctoral and resident curricula on topics such as person-centered care, communication, patient behavior, and public health. Dr. Randall completed his undergraduate studies (BS) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, his graduate studies (MS, PhD) at West Virginia University, and his clinical psychology internship training at the University of Washington, where he was a resident in behavioral medicine and neuropsychology.

Ski racing has been his biggest passion since he was six years old. He raced throughout Europe, United States and New Zealand. He was the captain of the Alpine ski team at the University Alfonso X el Sabio and was the ski coach of the Amistad race team in Madrid. In 2019 he won the NASTAR national championship at Squaw Valley (CA) and became a member of the World Pro Ski Tour. He takes an annual trip to Alaska to Heli ski.

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David Rice Dr. David Rice is the Founder of IGNITEDDS and an Executive Clinical Leadership Dental Coach who helps dentists transform overwhelmed practices into organized, high-performing businesses that support both growth and quality patient care. A practicing dentist, best-selling author, speaker, executive coach, and Adjunct Faculty member at The Pankey Institute, Dr. Rice combines clinical excellence, business strategy, and leadership development to help dentists build thriving practices. As the leader of one of the largest communities for dentists and dental students in the United States, he mentors dental professionals worldwide on growth, profitability, and practice success.

Amber D. Riley, MS, RDH, CLCP, CMCPS, FAAFS Ms. Riley is a 1998 graduate of Sinclair College in Dayton, Ohio. She completed her Baccalaureate with Wright State University and Master of Science with Boston University. Amber is a Forensic Dental Consultant for the San Diego County Office of the Medical Examiner, to the California Office of Emergency Services and the California Dental Identification team. She is a Federal Safety and Occupational Health Specialist and member of the forensic dental unit of the U.S. Government disaster mortuary operational response team (DMORT). Ms. Riley is a professional risk and liability consultant specializing in the dental sciences to national medical/ dental liability insurance brokerages, she is a certified life care planner and certified medical cost projection specialist. Amber is a team partner and educator to multidisciplinary healthcare providers for awareness, recognition, documentation and reporting standards for patient harm, abuse, and human trafficking in the United States. Ms. Riley is Past-President of the American Society of Forensic Odontology, Fellow of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences, Member of the International Association of Coroners & Medical Examiners, Member of the California Dental Hygienists’ Association and an Associate Member of the American Academy for Oral Systemic Health. She is an internationally recognized speaker providing continuing education programs for dental and medical professionals covering oral and systemic pathologies, forensic odontology, and the use and misuse of therapeutic and illicit substances.

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Gregory D. Rudolf, MD, DFASAM Dr Rudolf practices pain medicine, addiction medicine, and medical acupuncture at Swedish Pain Services in Seattle, where he has been a staff physician since 2004. Trained in family medicine, Dr Rudolf approaches care of patients with chronic pain and/or SUDs from a holistic perspective, aiming to provide patient-centered, wholeperson care. He is a former president and board member of the WA Society of Addiction Medicine, the immediate past chair of the American Society of Addiction Medicine Pain and Addiction Committee, and serves as a clinical associate professor at the UW School of Medicine.

Frank Sciabica, DDS Dr. Frank Sciabica serves as a Transition Consultant at Omni Practice Group. He has been looking after the oral health of his patients and creating healthy, beautiful smiles for more than 25 years. The doctor and his team at Lake Sammamish Family Dentistry have advanced their dental training and knowledge to provide every patient with the most advanced treatment available today. Frank has a DDS from Marquette University School of Dentistry, and his postgraduate education includes training at the Las Vegas Dental Institute for Advanced Dental Studies for Advanced Anterior Aesthetic Dentistry and at the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. Frank is a licensed commercial broker in Washington and California.

Nader Sharifi, DDS, MS M. Nader Sharifi, D.D.S., M.S. holds a certificate in prosthodontics and a masters degree in biomaterials from Northwestern University. He received his dental education at the University of Illinois. He has presented more than 700 lectures covering numerous topics on restorative dentistry earning him recognition from esteemed study groups, societies and associations across the nation and internationally.

cost effective care are represented in his presentations. In 2007 Chicago Dental Society honored him with the Gordon Christenson Distinguished Lecturer Award. He has also been honored with Fellowship in the American College of Dentists and Membership in the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry – both in 2010.

Sohaib Soliman, DDS Dr. Soliman is a boardcertified oral and maxillofacial surgeon and a founder of the Seattle Oral Surgery Academy. A graduate of University of Washington School of Dentistry and University at Buffalo OMFS, he is a skilled clinician with a strong focus on all aspects of dentoalveolar surgery. With years of hands-on experience and a passion for surgical education, Dr. Soliman is dedicated to helping dentists build confidence in surgical procedures through clear, practical, and evidence-based instruction. Known for his calm demeanor and precise technique, he fosters a supportive learning environment where dentists can advance their skills and deliver safer, more predictable outcomes for their patients.

Kyle Stanley, DDS Dr. Kyle Stanley is a globally recognized leader in modern dentistry. Named “The Next Generation of Cosmetic Dentistry” by the AACD and one of the “Top 10 Young Educators in Dentistry” by the Seattle Study Club, he is also listed among the “World’s Top 100 Doctors in Dentistry.” A graduate of USC, Dr. Stanley advanced his training in dental implants in Brazil and has published extensively on esthetics, implants, mental health, and plastic surgery. He is also a pioneer in dental artificial intelligence. As cofounder of Pearl, a dental AI company valued at over $400M, he’s helping reshape patient care and diagnostic accuracy. Dr. Stanley advises leading dental tech companies and champions mental health in the profession through his award-winning Light Side Academy, which helps dentists prevent burnout and build sustainable careers. A sought-after speaker, he’s presented on six continents, inspiring audiences with his forward-thinking approach to dentistry.

Dr. Sharifi currently maintains a fulltime private practice of prosthodontics in Chicago’s downtown loop and uses his experience as a five day a week wet gloved dentist to ensure time saving and 38

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Stephanie Staples, CSP, HoF Stephanie Staples is a Hall of Fame keynote speaker, Certified Speaking Professional, reWired nurse, multi-titled author and proud last-placed triathlete who has edu-tained audiences from the Mayo Clinic to the Middle East. Blending research-informed ideas, great stories, practical tools and plenty of audience participation, Stephanie gets people talking, thinking, laughing, reflecting and connecting. Most importantly, they leave with ideas they can actually use – at home with their families and Monday morning at work. Independent evaluation has shown that participants leave Stephanie’s programs with significantly greater hope, happiness, sense of control and empowerment to create positive change. Stephanie believes you shouldn’t have to choose between a rewarding career and a rewarding life – and that small, intentional shifts can revitalize both. She understands the realities of dental professionals who care for patients while juggling schedules, expectations, personalities, perfectionism – and the occasional reluctant patient. That’s why her tools are designed to be practical, memorable and easily implemented in real life. Buckle up – this won’t feel like your typical sit-back-and-listen CE session. Stephanie’s highly interactive program is designed around the people in the room – their experiences, their challenges and the practical shifts that can help them feel more energized, engaged and effective at work and in life. She also has a rather unforgettable story involving pregnancy and a dental chair…

Emily R. Studebaker, Esq. A founding Member of Studebaker Nault, PLLC, Emily R. Studebaker practices exclusively in the area of health law. She provides counsel on healthcare transactional and regulatory matters, ambulatory surgery centers, single and multi-specialty medical and dental practices and other health care providers and entrepreneurs on compliance and transactional matters. Ms. Studebaker counsels clients on federal and state fraud and abuse laws, including the federal Antikickback Law and the Physician Self-Referral Law (commonly referred to as the “Stark Law”) as well as state anti-rebating and

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Thomas Tanbonliong, DDS Dr. Thomas Tanbonliong is a professor and program director in the Advanced Education in Pediatric Dentistry Residency Program at the University of Washington and holds a hospital appointment at Seattle Children’s Hospital. He has devoted his career to educating and mentoring future pediatric dentists and remains actively engaged in organized dentistry at both the local and national levels.

Roderick W. Tataryn, DDS, MS Dr. Rod Tataryn has been in private practice endodontics in Spokane, Washington since 1994. He earned his DDS degree in 1989 and Master of Science degree in 1994 from Loma Linda University. Dr. Tataryn has served on the endodontic faculty at Loma Linda University, the Clinical Practice Committee for the American Association of Endodontists and is a reviewer for the Journal of Endodontics. Dr. Tataryn has published numerous scientific and clinical papers in endodontics, lectures internationally, and is a contributing author for seven endodontic textbooks including Ingle’s Endodontics and The Art and Science of Contemporary Surgical Endodontics.

Michael Thompson Michael began his career with Bank of America in 2016 within the Practice Solutions division. In early 2019, he was promoted to serve as the Regional Manager for the Pacific Northwest (AK, WA, OR, MT, ID) specializing in medical financing. In this role, he supports clients in practice acquisitions, start-ups, real estate, debt consolidation and expansions. He surrounds his clients with the right team of advisors to help them realize their dreams of successful practice ownership. Michael has been responsible for over $400 million in funding volume to the practice community in his career with Bank of America.

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Megan grew up in dentistry. Her dad was a dentist in Kansas, After relocating to Oregon, she worked as an EFDA and EFODA before working as an office manager and regional manager in the dental industry. She also worked with a dental-specific CPA where she determined she enjoyed helping dentists to sell and buy practices. Megan is so glad to be selling dental practices and helping buyers find dental practices for OMNI, and since she is a licensed real estate broker in Oregon, Megan can also assist with the sale of your dental condo or building.

Joy Void-Holmes, DHSc, BSDH, RDH, FADHA, AADH Dr. Joy Void-Holmes, DHSc, BSDH, RDH, FADHA, AADH, is a leader in oral healthcare with nearly 30 years of experience across clinical practice, education, and industry. As a Clinical Education and Launch Strategy Consultant, she partners with dental manufacturers to bring hygiene-focused products from concept to chairside adoption, building the research, workflows, and trainer teams behind the launch. Through her personal brand, Dr. Joy, RDH™, and as co-founder of JELL-ED, she delivers courses, hands-on intensives, and national and international speaking on instrumentation, infection control, ergonomics, dentinal hypersensitivity, prevention, and the business of dental hygiene. She is the creator of the P3 Hygiene Growth System™, which helps dental groups and DSOs systematize performance, monetize prevention, and maximize profit within the hygiene department. Dr. Joy serves as a consultant examiner for ADEX and is a former member of the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners. She holds a dental hygiene certificate from Howard University, a Bachelor of Science from the University of Maryland, and advanced degrees from Nova Southeastern University.

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fee-splitting prohibitions. She also advises clients regarding corporate practice of medicine and corporate practice of dentistry laws and assists clients to structure medical and dental service organizations to comply with or properly avoid these laws. Ms. Studebaker works with several medical specialty societies and currently serves as outside counsel to the Washington Ambulatory Surgery Center Association and Washington State Dental Association.

Stephanie Wright is a dental practice management coach and founder of Stephanie Wright Practice Management. With more than 20 years of experience in healthcare and dentistry, she helps private practice dentists strengthen operations, build healthy team cultures, develop effective leaders, and increase profitability and long-term practice value. Stephanie has spent years helping dentists navigate restrictive Dental Plan rules, reduce their dependence on Dental Plan companies, and remove contracts while retaining patients and protecting their businesses. In 2023, Delta Dental of Michigan sent her a cease-and-desist letter because of this work. Rather than silencing her, it confirmed that her strategies were making an impact and strengthened her resolve to advocate even louder. Stephanie works alongside teams, not above them. Before becoming a coach, she was a dental assistant, so she begins by asking the people doing the work what gets in their way and addresses those barriers first. That is where genuine buy-in begins. From there, she helps practices build cultures in which team members have a voice, take ownership, and help shape how their roles contribute to the success of the practice. Her expertise includes Dental Plan strategy and appeals, fee-for-service transitions, Open Dental optimization, KPI analysis, leadership development, and practice valuations. She rejects one-size-fits-all solutions, building every strategy around the practice’s goals, care philosophy and team. Stephanie is a Coast Guard veteran and the founder of The Great Lakes Smile Project Inc., a nonprofit supporting a dental clinic in Tanzania. Her programs are direct, engaging, and built for action. Attendees leave not only motivated, but equipped with practical tools they can use immediately.

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