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SUMMARY:Embezzlement\, Communication and Legal Requirements of Sterilization....All in ONE Day!
DESCRIPTION:Agenda:\nBreakfast & registration – 8 a.m.\nLecture – 9 a.m.\nLunch – 12 p.m.\nDismissal – 4 p.m. \nTuition Cost: AIDA members: $99 per person\nGeneral Admission: $149 per person\n*Tuition includes breakfast and lunch \nCE: 6 Lecture CE Credits\nCE Code: 550\nPrerequisites: None \nMORNING COURSE TITLE #1:  A Secret Pay Raise: How Embezzlers Think and Act  (This course is for doctors only!)  \nMorning Course Description #1: While many dental teams are loyal and honest\, it only takes one desperate individual to financially ruin a dental practice. While internal controls are useful and important\, they have limitations and may not be as effective as the doctor thinks. Many doctors fail to discover fraud and embezzlement until significant damage has occurred.  Dr. Little shares some of his embezzlement cases as teaching tools that take you into the mindset of an embezzler. \nBecause specific fraud methodologies are openly discussed and demonstrated\, this presentation is appropriate for dentists only.  \nMorning Course Objectives #1: \n\nRecognize the profile of a typical embezzler.\nUnderstand what leads to embezzlement in dental offices.\nAnalyze the strengths and limits of internal controls strategies.\nIdentify the additional actions doctors need to take beyond internal controls.\nGain access to a behavioral assessment to identify red flag behaviors.\n\nMeet the Instructor: Dr. Pat Little FAGD \nAs both a dentist and accountant\, Dr. Pat Little brings a unique blend of skill and experience in executive coaching and financial risk management. He integrates his business experience with over thirty years of varying dental experiences including starting two private practices from “scratch.” \nDr. Little is an Executive Coach and Consultant with Fortune Management where he assists dentists\, and their team members achieve clinical and business success. He also provides fraud and embezzlement consulting through Prosperident. \nMORNING COURSE TITLE #2: What Did They Say? Communication in the Office and With the Patient  (This course is for the entire office.) \nMorning Course Description #2: So often we think we understand the message from the back to the front and vice versa. Having everyone on the “same page” is key for less mistakes\, better cohesiveness\, and improved case acceptance. It is more than “talk”\, it the verbiage\, the body language and how others read into our message. \nMorning Course Objectives #2: \n\nUnderstand communication and different communications skills.\nRecognize the value of relationships and the impact it has in the office and on making dental decisions.\nEvaluate information needed for effective co-diagnosing during the patient appointment.\nDiscuss ways to enhance team handoffs to promote a better patient experience.\n\nMeet the Instructor: Renee’ C Graham RDH\, MEd \nRenee’ received her dental hygiene degree from Albany University. She holds both a Bachelor of Science in Education and a Master of Education degree from Valdosta State University. The combination of clinical dental hygiene\, academics\, and corporate sphere allows her to bring many insights to the dental professional. Renee’s speaking engagements encompass international\, national\, regional\, and local events. \nAFTERNOON COURSE TITLE:  Legal Aspects of Infection Control      (This course is for the entire office.) \nAfternoon Course Description: This timely program will address legal pitfalls in infection control that have occurred in dental practices. The program will also address common OSHA violations\, so that you can avoid making the same mistakes. The program will also address what type of quality control program you need to put into place so that your defense and potential litigation is solid. \nAfternoon Course Objectives: \n\nRecognize common OSHA violations so you can avoid the same mistakes.\nLearn about legal pitfalls related to dental infection control.\nImplement an effective quality control program.\n\nMeet the Instructor: Olivia Wann\, JD \nOlivia was a former dental office manager and RDA. After launching a successful compliance consulting company\, she pursued higher education and holds a doctorate in jurisprudence. She practices law in TN and KY and consults with clients throughout the nation on regulatory compliance issues while practicing civil law on a local level. Olivia has authored OSHA and HIPAA compliance manuals\, numerous articles in leading dental journals\, and was the creator of Compliance Cathy\, a software solution to manage compliance. \n  \n. \n  \n 
URL:https://aidagroup.org/event/embezzlement-communication-legal-requirements-of-sterilization/
LOCATION:Daphne Civic Center\, 2603 US Hwy 98\, Daphne\, AL\, 36526\, United States
CATEGORIES:August 2024,Non-Virtual
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SUMMARY:Does Team Management EVER get easier?
DESCRIPTION:Tuition Cost: AIDA members: $9.99 per person\nGeneral Admission: $19.99 per person \nCE: 1.5 Lecture CE Credits\nCE Code: 550\nPrerequisites: None \nCourse Description: \nFor many employers and/or managers\, managing performance is very stressful. Without effective performance management you don’t get a return on the investment you’ve made in “human capital”. Today’s workplace requires a new\, more relevant\, meaningful and productive approach to performance management. Productive ongoing feedback and a new method of goal setting is the contemporary method of choice for effective performance management. \nThis webinar will help build a more effective team by opening and enhancing lines of communication\, resolving conflict more effectively\, creating more productive and cooperative teams and self-motivating people to achieve their potential. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nBetter use performance reviews\nImplement a goal/feedback model for performance management\nBest practices for documenting performance concerns and performance expectations\nThe most common corrective action mistake\nProvide effective\, productive and constructive feedback\n\nMeet the Instructors: Adrienne Twigg \nAdrienne is a well-recognized key opinion leader and highly sought-after speaker. She is the heart and soul of Bent Ericksen & Associates’ educational programs and human resource services and serves as a vital resource to clients and dental professionals across the country. \nWith her HR expertise and experience\, coupled with a background of managing a large multi-doctor group practice for 17 years\, Adrienne’s presentations deliver common sense and uncommon insights with a focus on HR. \nShe is a member of numerous organizations including the Society for Human Resource Management\, Seattle Study Club Speaker’s Bureau\, the American Association of Dental Office Managers\, the Speaking Consulting Network\, and the Academy of Dental Management Consultants. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://aidagroup.org/event/team-management-ever-get-easier/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:August 2024,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Technology\, Opioids & Ethics....All in ONE Day!
DESCRIPTION:Agenda:\nBreakfast & registration – 7 a.m.\nLecture – 8 a.m.\nLunch – 12 p.m.\nDismissal – 3 p.m. \nTuition Cost: AIDA members: $99 per person\nGeneral Admission: $149 per person\n*Tuition includes breakfast and lunch \nCE: 6 Lecture CE Credits\nCE Code: Pruett: AGD PACE Code: 134/ Sword: AGD PACE Code: 550/ Flucke: AGD PACE Code: 250 \nMORNING COURSE TITLE #1: Opioid and Pharmacology Update for Todays Dental Practice \nMorning Course Description #1: \nDaily\, pharmaceuticals impact general practices and dental care. Learning to evaluate new drugs and the potential effects on patients and dental practices is essential for protection for all. This course will offer some of the required MATE training credits (2) for DEA renewal. \nMorning Course Objectives #1: \n\nRecognize drugs new and established\, that impacts dental care.\nDevelop strategies for managing patients related to their opioid use.\nReview analgesics\, antibiotics and opioid alternatives that are most appropriate for dental practices.\nReview rational and use of opioids in dental practices.\n\nMeet the Instructor: Dr. Michael E. Pruett \nDr. Pruett serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of General Dentistry while the Director of Continuing Education for the Dental College of Georgia.  Prior to this\, he served as Director of the General Practice Residency Program at The Dental College of Georgia for 21 years. He received his DMD from the Medical College of Georgia School of Dentistry\, and then completed a two-year General Practice Residency at the University of Virginia. Dr. Pruett has placed and restored dental implants for the last 31 years and maintains an active practice within the Dental College of Georgia. Dr. Pruett lectures nationally and internationally on a variety of topics. \nMORNING COURSE TITLE #2: “What would you do?” An Interactive Ethics Workshop \nMorning Course Description #2: Take a fresh look at how to approach everyday ethical scenarios!  This course will cover a new approach to working our way through ethical situations that may present themselves in our practice settings.  Audience members will actively participate in the discussion as well as bring up scenarios of their own for the group to work through. \nMorning Course Objectives #2: \n\nReview and rethink traditional approaches to ethical scenarios.\nDiscuss unique ethical scenarios common to practice settings.\nParticipate in open dialogue about scenarios from their specific practices.\n\nMeet the Instructor: Dr. Rhoda J. Sword\, Professor\, The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University \nDr. Sword is a Professor in the Department of Restorative Sciences at The Dental College of GA at Augusta University. Prior to accepting to accepting a full-time faculty appointment in 2008\, she practiced General Dentistry for 6 years in Evans\, GA. She teaches preclinical and clinical dentistry in the areas of occlusion\, treatment planning and operative dentistry while maintaining a limited faculty practice in restorative dentistry. Dr. Sword is a fellow in ACD and is very active in the EDDS and the GDA. She is currently an ADA delegate and is on the ADA Council for Membership. \nAFTERNOON COURSE TITLE: Technologies that Change Your Practice \nAfternoon Course Description: Learn about many technologies and strategies that can improve your efficiency and patient care.  Topics covered include digital impressions\, 3D milling\, lasers\, and many others.  This fun and fast paced lecture will give you tons of info no matter where you are on the “techno-curve” in an entertaining and fun format. Dr. Flucke constantly evaluates new products to find the latest and greatest products and devices… so you don’t have to! Spend some time with dentistry’s “Technology Evangelist” and leave with a list of new and exciting ways to improve patient care and office efficiency the very next day. \nAfternoon Course Objectives: \n\nUnderstand advantages of digital systems.\nLearn the advantages of Artificial Intelligence.\nDetermine advantages of digital impressions.\nLearn affordable ways to improve clinical outcomes & efficiencies.\n\nMeet the Instructor: Dr. John C. Flucke DDS \nDr. John Flucke is in private practice at Lee’s Summit\, Missouri where he has direct patient care.  He serves as Technology Editor for Dental Products Report magazine as well as Chief Dental Editor where he writes\, edits\, and does video demos of products featured in his “Technology Evangelist’ columns. Dr. Flucke has one of the most popular dental blogs on the Internet “Ramblings of Dentistry’s Technology Evangelist ” featuring daily updates on technology in healthcare and technology in general.  The site has over 2 million unique page views. \nHe consults with manufacturers helping with development of techniques\, technologies\, and products which allows him to see things from the “duct tape and zip tie stage” all the way through to the completed item. He lectures extensively on all aspects of clinical dentistry as well as technology in dentistry. He has been featured at every major dental meeting in the U.S. and internationally. Dr. Flucke is the past president of the Greater Kansas City Dental Society as well as serving as the Missouri State Peer Review Chairman. \n 
URL:https://aidagroup.org/event/technology-opioids-and-ethics-all-in-one-day/
LOCATION:The Lodge at Lake Guntersville State Park\, 1155 Lodge Drive\, Guntersville\, 35976\, United States
CATEGORIES:August 2024,Non-Virtual
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SUMMARY:The 2nd Annual  Let's Rise Together Midwest Dental Conference
DESCRIPTION:Agenda:\nBreakfast & registration – 7 a.m.\nLecture – 8 a.m.\nLunch – 12-1 p.m.\nDismissal & Cocktails – 4-6 p.m. \nGeneral Session includes the following 3 courses: \nCourse Description #1: Integrating Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry \nThis course is designed to equip dentists with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively integrate artificial intelligence (AI) technologies into their dental practices. Participants will explore various AI applications tailored to dentistry\, understand their implications for patient care and practice management\, and learn how to leverage these tools to\nenhance diagnosis\, treatment planning\, and overall patient experience. Through a combination of case studies\, clinical examples\, and audience-involved activities\, participants will gain practical insights into implementing AI solutions in their day-to-day clinical workflows \nCourse Objectives #1: \n\nUnderstand the fundamentals of artificial intelligence\, machine learning\, and computer vision as applied to dentistry\, including terminology and common applications. Learn about the 5 categories of artificial intelligence (AI)\, and how they impact dentistry.\nEvaluate the potential benefits and challenges of integrating AI technologies into dental practices\, including improved diagnostic accuracy\, treatment planning efficiency\, and enhanced patient engagement to increase case acceptance and understanding.\nExplore the evolving landscape of AI in dentistry\, including its impact on the patient insurance process. Gain insights into how AI-driven tools and algorithms are revolutionizing insurance claims processing\, fraud detection\, and reimbursement optimization\, and learn strategies for navigating this changing environment to streamline administrative workflows and maximize practice efficiency.\n\nCE: 1 Lecture CE Credit\nCE Code: 550\nPrerequisite: None \nMeet the Instructor: Mike Buckner \n\nMike has spent the past 12 years growing dental software technology companies that are designed to streamline office efficiency\, and increase overall production while elevating the standard of care for your patients. He led business development and partner strategy for Solutionreach\, back when offices were just starting to text patients to confirm appointments. He then helped grow dental intelligence\, focusing on providing valuable insights to practices allowing them to focus on vital key performance indicators to improve overall practice health. He then joined Weave while it was in its infancy\, leading partnership growth strategies. His most recent endeavor finds him as the executive vice president of revenue at Pearl\, the first company to bring artificial intelligence into the dental space with comprehensive FDA clearance to assist clinicians and team members in reading and detecting pathologies in 2D X-rays (bitewings and PAs). \n\n\nCourse Description #2: Medical Billing in a Dental Practice: Can it Really be this Difficult? The session’s goal is to provide the participants with beginner’s knowledge and concepts to ethically and practically bill medical insurance in the dental practice. This includes a basic understanding of what medical billing is\, how it works\, and what types of services performed in a dental office are appropriate to bill to medical insurance. After this session\, attendees will have all the information needed to start implementing medical billing at their practice while also providing solutions to create revenue for their practice \nCourse Objectives #2: \n\nUnderstand the benefits of medical billing\nGain a fundamental understanding of medical billing in a dental setting\nLearn the principles of CPT and ICD-10 coding\nImplement a basic medical billing workflow in your office\nOffer solutions to accomplish medical billing successfully\n\nCE: 1 Lecture CE Credit\nCE Code: 550\nPrerequisite: None \nMeet the Instructor: Petar Tofovic\, DMD\, MPH \n\nPetar Tofovic\, DMD\, MPH\, is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Tofovic went on to complete a general practice residency (GPR) program at the Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago. After a few years as an associate\, he opened up his 4 operatory PPO dental office in 2011\, where he started using medical billing in 2014. Dr. Tofovic puts great emphasis on continuing education\, research-based dentistry\, and improving the patient’s dental experience by incorporating the latest applicable technologies and advancements. Led by his passion for technology’s role in dentistry\, Dr. Tofovic is also an adjunct faculty at the College of Dental Medicine of Illinois at Midwestern University and a visiting faculty at Spear Education in Scottsdale\, AZ\, and Charlotte\, NC. \nCourse Description #3:Digitally-driven Dental Implantology Utilizing CBCT Technology Successful dental practices are run with a few key mantras in mind – clinical outcome\, patient experience\, and practice profitability. Decisions on treatment modalities and their specific restorative workflows should be formulated using the same principles. Implant tooth replacement therapy is an ever-growing treatment choice for our dental populations. The general practitioner of today must be familiar with the parts\, processes\, and critical steps involved. Thankfully\, the digital workflows that we’re afforded today as dentists are unlike any we’ve seen before. Utilizing 3D CBCT imaging\, intraoral scanning\, fully guided and timed surgery\, as well as virtual scan body technology\, the doctor is afforded a digital workflow for single to full arch fixed implant therapy. With the advent of AI-based auto-segmentation of 3D images\, the doctor is afforded even greater options. Before surgery\, a digital plan is formulated\, surgical guides planned\, and 3D printed; resulting in increased clinical outcomes\, patient experience\, and practice profitability. \nCourse Objectives #3: \n\nBreakdown the pre-surgical digital approach to dental implants\, including CBCT and intraoral scanning\nGain an understanding of digital implant planning\, surgical guide design\, and 3D printing/fabrication\nBe exposed to implant timing and virtual scan bodies for surgical and restorative workflows\nVisualize Romexis Smart AI 3D auto segmentation and realize its potential\n\nCE: 1 Lecture CE Credit\nCE Code: 690\nPrerequisite: None \nMeet the Instructor: Don Murry III DMD \n\nDr. Murry is the president of a growing\, multi-location\, dentist-owned dental service organization in Richmond\, Virginia. His clinical focus is on digital implant therapy\, All-on-X surgical and restorative dentistry\, as well as CAD/CAM chairside ceramics and 3D printed restorative\, and digitally-driven straight wire and clear aligner orthodontics Dr. Murry is a key opinion leader for Planmeca\, TruAbutment\, and URIS Implants. Additionally\, he serves on the board of education at Planmeca USA. Outside of the clinical theater\, Dr. Murry lectures to dentists and dental teams around the U.S. and abroad\, on multi-practice ownership and leveraging digital dental technology— CAD/CAM restorative\, digital implant dentistry\, and in-office 3D printing— as a catalyst to providing efficient\, effective and profitable PPO dentistry in today’s real-world environment. \n  \n\nAfternoon Break-Out Sessions \n  \n\nBreakout Session #1 Course Description: CAD/CAM Basics of Single Unit Restorations Improving the digital workflow of CAD/CAM in your practice is a game-changer that raises patient satisfaction and provides a steady revenue stream. This course gives you an outlook on the opportunities available to you. It covers how to augment your existing procedure by adding same-day crowns and gaining control of your production with robust lab capabilities. Learn how to extend your in-house production with titanium custom abutments\, dentures\, splints\, and spare night guards\, generating additional income. This 3-hour introductory hands-on course is ideal for dentists and team members. You will learn to scan\, design\, mill\, and finish a variety of restorations using a fully integrated CAD/CAM system of intraoral scanning\, design software and milling with various blocks. \nBreakout Session #1 Course Objectives: \n\nApply techniques for digitizing clinical workflows\nMake material choices based on their indications\nDigitally design functional and esthetic restorations\nProduce quality restorations in a single visit\n\nCE: 3 Lecture CE Credits\nCE Code: 770\nPrerequisite: None \nMeet the Instructor: Terri Britt\, RDA \n\nTerri Britt is a registered dental assistant and certified in digital dentistry. She has more than 15 years of clinical experience with Planmeca CAD/CAM and Imaging systems. As a strategic account training manager\, she promotes the improvement of dental schools\, government facilities and DSO groups\, through demoing\, training\, and supporting many facets of digital dentistry. \n  \nBreakout Session #2 Course Description: Elevate Your Practice with Cutting-Edge Laser Technology This comprehensive course on dental lasers offers an in-depth exploration of laser technology applications in modern dentistry. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the principles\, safety protocols\, and clinical applications of lasers. The course combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on training to ensure dental professionals can effectively integrate laser technology into their practice. Join us for this advanced training in CO2 dental lasers and elevate your practice with cutting-edge laser technology. \nBreakout Session #2 Course Objectives: \n\nDemonstrate a solid understanding of laser physics and the specific characteristics of CO2 dental lasers\nApply CO2 laser technology effectively across various dental procedures\nImplement proper safety measures and protocols when using CO2 lasers\nConfidently perform laser-assisted treatments through hands-on practice\nEnhance patient care by incorporating advanced laser techniques into their dental practice\n\nCE: 3 Lecture CE Credits\nCE Code: 135\nPrerequisite: None \nMeet the Instructor: Dr. Mike Smith \n\nDr. Mike Smith graduated from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry and then pursued an extensive post-graduate education in dental rehabilitation in the fields of occlusion\, full mouth rehabilitation\, TMJ disorders\, sleep apnea\, and conscious sedation. His private practice in Phoenix\, Arizona\, is dedicated to aesthetic\, contemporary\, restorative\, and cosmetic rehabilitation. Dr. Smith instructs other dentists nationally and internationally as a lecturer and mentor for companies involved in advanced dental treatment and diagnosis in TMD\, full mouth reconstruction\, and implants. He is actively involved in numerous organizations and associations dedicated to the pursuit of providing patients with extraordinary care. \n  \n\n\n\n\nBreakout  Session #3 Course Description: Embracing the Digital Highway in Modern Dentistry An introduction to digital dentistry through short\, interactive discussions and hands-on sessions. The focus for this session will be use of intra-oral scanners and 3D printers\, highlighting how their seamless integration into dental clinics can improve patient outcomes. \nBreakout  Session #3 Course Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the use of intra-oral scanners and their role in dental clinics\nUnderstand the use of files generated from intra-oral scanners\nUnderstand the basics of printing\nHave a basic understanding of printing materials\n\nCE: 3 Lecture CE Credits\nCE Code: 250\nPrerequisite: None \nMeet the Instructor: Richard Zimmerman DDS \n\nRichard Zimmermann\, DDS\, graduated from NYU College of Dentistry in 1997 and is currently an associate professor at UT Health San Antonio in the Comprehensive Dentistry Department. Since 2009\, his primary focus has been the clinical integration of digital applications\, which started with the acquisition of an SLA printer circa 2010 to create patient-specific models for implant surgeries. He was subsequently tasked with integrating CAD/CAM technology into various clinics and creating the in-house digital laboratory. Dr. Zimmermann has worked closely with companies as a key opinion leader and trainer for various hardware\, software and implant digital workflows in both clinical and laboratory environments and has published numerous articles and chapters on dental technology. Dr. Zimmermann was awarded the Barry Norling BS MS PhD Professorship in Dentistry to further his focus on additive manufacturing in dentistry. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBreakout  Session #4 Course Description: Taking the Mystery Out of Digital Dentistry and Creating a Roadmap for the Modern Dental Practice  \nDigital dentistry has changed the workflow and how we provide treatment for our patients. Understanding technology and creating protocols is key to succeeding in this new digital environment. Dr. Donnie Murry will continue his morning session and go more in-depth with the possibilities of a digital\nplan. CBCT is a primary component of the digital workflow. Dr. Akshita Mehta\, MD\, will help you understand the pivotal role of imaging in both dentistry and medicine\, addressing liability concerns and how to protect your practice and your reputation. Learn best practices for integrating radiological reading services into your practice\, including cost considerations and patient billing options\, to fully leverage CBCT imaging.\nAll this technology is exciting\, however\, how do you pay for it? Dr. Petar Tofovic will also join in this session to provide you with a plan on how medical billing can assist you in offsetting the cost of this technology and making the most of your investment. \nBreakout  Session #4 Course Objectives: \n\nReview digital workflow and how to get started\nGrasp fundamental CBCT imaging principles while prioritizing patient safety\nDifferentiate between OMR and medical radiology and how each is an important element of any practice\nUnderstand the significance of imaging in dentistry and medicine\, navigating liability challenges that concern many dentists\nReview medical billing principles and how they can contribute to practice production\n\nCE: 3 Lecture CE Credits\nCE Code: 770\nPrerequisite: None \nMeet the Instructors: Don Murry III DMD\, Petar Tofovic DMD\, MPH  and Akshita Mehta MD \n\nDr. Mehta is a practicing neuroradiologist who completed residency and fellowship training at UTSW\, developing advanced skills in brain\, maxillofacial\, head/neck\, and spine imaging as well as minimally invasive spine and pain procedures. She holds a doctor of medicine from George Washington University. She served as chief resident while in training at UT Southwestern with a particular interest in medical education. Her research and extracurricular interests focus on developing educational materials and utilizing innovative techniques to advance medical knowledge. She is board-certified by the American Board of Radiology. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n 
URL:https://aidagroup.org/event/lets-rise-together-midwest-dental/
LOCATION:Mission Event Center\, 200 N. Shary Rd. \, TX\, Mission\, TX\, 78572\, United States
CATEGORIES:May 2024,Non-Virtual
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