Full Schedule

7:30 AM - 11:00 AM

L115 - Botox Refresher Course

Location: W181A

Speaker: – FACES Education and Boston Univ. School of Dental Medicine

730-Botox

Earn 3.5 ADA CERP

7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

H112 - Botox Certification Training: Elevate Your Practice with a Science-Driven Approach to Botox Training Workshop

Location: W181A

Speaker: – FACES Education and Boston Univ. School of Dental Medicine

730-Botox

Earn 7.5 ADA CERP

7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

H184 - Support Staff Botox Training Program: All Day Course

Location: W181A

Speaker: – FACES Education and Boston Univ. School of Dental Medicine

730-Botox

Earn 7.5 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

FLS120WC - Demystifying Dental Benefits for Practice Owners and New Dentists

Location: W475A

Speaker: – Amrita Patel, DDS

550-Practice Management/New Dentist

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

FLS121AP - Clinical Protocols for Full Arch Fixed Implant-Supported Prostheses

Location: W470A

Speaker: – UConn School of Dental Medicine

610-Fixed Prosthodontics

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

L122 - Back to the Basics and Beyond: Dental Insurance 101+

Location: W471B

Speaker: – Colleen Huff-Dental Insurance Coach

550-Practice Management/Insurance

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

LS123 - Orthodontics and the Airway

Location: W470B

Speaker: – Grayslake Orthodontics

370-Orthodontics

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

L124 - Work Smarter, Earn More: The 5-System Blueprint for Office Success

Location: W471A

Speaker: – Zar Dental Consulting

550-Practice Management/Auxiliary

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

L114 - From Xarelto to Ozempic and Diabetes to Heart Failure: How to Medically Assess and Treat the Modern Dental Patient

Location: W185D

Speaker: – Miami Valley Hospital Department of Medical Education

150-Health, Medicine, Nutrition

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

L116 - The Christensen Bottom Line - 2026

Location: W183C

Speaker: – Gordon J Christensen - Practical Clinical Courses Inc.

250-Restorative

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

L117 - How to Tackle Full Mouth Rehabilitation: An Interdisciplinary Approach from Facially-Generated Treatment Planning to Definitive Reconstruction

Location: W187C

Speaker: – E. Armand Bedrossian DDS Inc.

610-Fixed Prosthodontics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

L118 - Local Anesthesia Update for 2026: Mythbusters Edition! Common Myths Explained

Location: W184D

Speaker: – Premier Dental Products Company

340-Anesthesia & Pain Management/ Local Anesthesia

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

H100 - Oral Cancer Screening Workshop: It's More Than Grasping the Tongue

Location: W175A

Speaker: – Oral Cancer Free and Oral Cancer Consulting

730-Oral Medicine, Diagnosis, Pathology

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

L125 - The Dental Practice Transition Playbook: A Guide for Sellers and Buyers Alike

Location: W178AB

Speaker: – ADS Midwest

Co-Presenter: – Law Office of Todd L. Erdman, P.C.

550-Practice Management/Transitions

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

H103 - CBCT: Optimal Diagnosis for Optimal Patient Care

Location: W176A

Speaker: – University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry

730-Radiology/CBCT

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

L119 - Up in Smoke: Smoking, Vaping, Cannabis Use and Oral Health

Location: W192AB

Speaker: – University of Alabama at Birmingham

490-Periodontics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

H102 - 21st Century Laser Dentistry, A Hands-On Workshop

Location: W175C

Speaker: – general and forensic dentistry

135-Laser Therapy

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

LD138 - Breaking the Chain: Mastering Infection Control Basics

Location: W190B

Speaker: – Amanda Hill, RDH, LLC

148-Infection Control

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L126 - Oral Cancer: A Focus on Prevention

Location: W179AB

Speaker: – CAMP Laboratory

730-Oral Medicine, Diagnosis, Pathology

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

H108 - BLS CPR AED Training and Certification Course

Location: W191*

Speaker: – CPR Training for LIFE!

142-CPR

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L127 - Let’s Get Digital: Indirect Workflows That Simplify the Complex

Location: W194AB

Speaker: – Fossil Creek Dental Partners, LLP

250-Restorative/Digital

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L128 - Think Like a CEO

Location: W193AB

Speaker: – Curious Consulting LLC

550-Practice Management/Financial

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

FL139 - Red, Swollen, Glossy and Boggy: Fixing Those Broken Gums

Location: W375C

Speaker: – CONSTANTINE POLITIS, DDS PC

490-Periodontics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

H101 - Biofilm, Calculus, Stain…Goodbye! Leveraging Ultrasonics as a Triple Threat

Location: W175B

Speaker: – Independent

490-Periodontics/Hygiene/Ultrasonics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

H104 - Better, Faster, Prettier Composite Dentistry

Location: W176B

Speaker: – Clark Dental Group

250-Restorative/Composites

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L129 - Transforming Your Numbers

Location: W185BC

Speaker: – The Pankey Institute

Co-Presenter: – Mark Kleive DDS PA

550-Practice Management/Financial

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L130 - High Impact Communication: Words to Use and Words to Lose

Location: W187AB

Speaker: – n/a

550-Practice Management/Communication

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L131 - Implant Prosthodontics: Aesthetics, Complications, Innovations, and Rescue Treatment: Part 1

Location: W185A

Speaker: – Dental College of Georgia

690-Implants

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

LP132 - Oral Jeopardy! What's Jeopardizing Your Health That Most Healthcare Professionals Don't Know?

Location: W475B

Moderator: – Midwestern State University

Panelist: – Saliva Hacker at IDM Scholar Society

Panelist: – Spectrum Health Sciences - SimplyTEST Oral Health

Panelist: – The PREVENT! Clinic

Panelist: – Oral Systemic Seminars

150-Health, Medicine, Nutrition

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L133 - Laser Treatment of Periodontal and Peri-implant Disease: A Surgical Alternative

Location: W184BC

Speaker: – Puget Sound Periodontics

490-Periodontics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L140 - Pediatric Oral Pathology: Recognizing Oral Manifestations of Systemic Diseases

Location: W183B

Speaker: – Indiana University School of Dentistry

430-Pediatric Dentistry

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

H106 - Suturing with Precision and Finesse: A Hands-On Workshop

Location: W181B

Speaker: – Chicago, IL

Co-Presenter: – Perio Implant Chicago

490-Periodontics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L134 - Don’t You (Forget About These): What Your Patients May Not Be Telling You About Their Self-Medication

Location: W186ABC

Speaker: – Pharmacology Declassified

010-Basic Science/Pharmacotherapeutics/Health Wellness Nutrition

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

H105 - X-Out Your X-ray Errors: A Hands-On Workshop

Location: W176C

Speaker: – Malcolm X College- City Colleges of Chicago

Co-Presenter: – Malcolm X College Dental Hygiene Program

730-Radiology

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L135 - The Gum Game Plan™

Location: W190A

Speaker: – Amber Auger CORP

490-Periodontics/Hygiene

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L136 - Top Coding and Documentation Strategies: Maximize Your Insurance Reimbursement

Location: W184A

Speaker: – Practice Booster

550-Practice Management/Coding

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L137 - A Biohacker's Guide to Energy, Productivity & Mental Clarity

Location: W180*

Speaker: – DrUche.com

150-Health, Medicine, Nutrition

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

H107AD - Full Arch Implant Fixed Therapy with Immediate Loading: Model Based Hands-On Workshop

Location: W181C

Speaker: – The Institute for Dental Excellence

610-Fixed Prosthodontics/Implants

Earn 6 ADA CERP

10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

SLT141 - Fundamental Case Presentation and Case Acceptance

Location: East Sponsor Theater

Speaker:

Earn 0 ADA CERP

10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

SLT142 - Unlock Maximum Value: Proven Strategies for Selling Your Dental Practice with Confidence

Location: West Sponsor Theater

Speaker:

Earn 0 ADA CERP

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

LS143 - The Heart of the Practice: Leading with Accountability, Clarity, and Confidence

Location: W471A

Speaker: – Dental Science Alliance

550-Practice Management/Leadership

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

LS145 - Instagram Marketing to Grow Your Practice

Location: W471B

Speaker: – Rita Zamora Connections / Connect90

550-Practice Management/Social Media

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

LS144 - Talk Dirty to Me: Tackling OSHA and Infection Control Swiftly

Location: W470B

Speaker: – The OSHA Lady

148-Infection Control/OSHA

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

FLS146WC - Sleep-Related Breathing Disorders and Craniofacial Pain: Bridging the Gap Between Dentistry and Medicine

Location: W475A

Speaker: – TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Cleveland

160-Sleep Medicine

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

FLS147AP - A Story of a Tooth: From a Restoration to an Implant -- Which One Is Complication-Free?

Location: W470A

Speaker: – Boston Prosthodontics

610-Fixed Prosthodontics

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

SLT148 - Diode Lasers in Day to Day Dentistry

Location: West Sponsor Theater

Speaker:

Earn 0 ADA CERP

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

SLT149 - The New Reality of Cyber Threats: Protecting Your Dental Practice's Data, Reputation, and Future

Location: East Sponsor Theater

Speaker:

550-Practice Management/Cybersercurity/HIPPA

Earn 0 ADA CERP

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

N150 - Thursday Yoga

Earn 0 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

LS156 - A Mouthful of Insurance: A Dental Team Approach

Location: W471B

Speaker: – Colleen Huff-Dental Insurance Coach

550-Practice Management/Insurance

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

LS157 - Orthodontics in the Mixed Dentition

Location: W470B

Speaker: – Grayslake Orthodontics

370-Orthodontics

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

LS158 - From Good to Great: Hire Right, Lead with Heart, and Transform Your Culture

Location: W471A

Speaker: – Zar Dental Consulting

550-Practice Management/Auxiliary

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

FLS185AP - Digital Workflow for Rehabilitation of Dentate Patients: Approaches and Benefits

Location: W470A

Speaker: – UAB School of Dentistry- ClearChoice Birmingham

610-Fixed Prosthodontics

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

FLS159WC - Elevate Your Daily Dentistry

Location: W475A

Speaker: – Cityplace Dental Group

250-Restorative/Composites

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

LP160 - Mastering the Business of Dental Practice Transitions: A Comprehensive and Interactive Panel Discussion

Location: W178AB

Moderator: – ADS Midwest

Panelist: – Law Office of Todd L. Erdman, P.C.

Panelist: – Provide

Panelist: – PBC Advisors, LLC

550-Practice Management/Transitions

Earn 2 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

L151 - A Hard Pill to Swallow: The Impact of Systemic Medical Conditions and Medications on Periodontal and Peri-Implant Health

Location: W192AB

Speaker: – University of Alabama at Birmingham

490-Periodontics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

L152 - Digital Dreams to Analog Realities: Mastering Modern Implantology for the Contemporary Practice

Location: W187C

Speaker: – E. Armand Bedrossian DDS Inc.

610-Fixed Prosthodontics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

L153 - Implant vs. Tooth Restorations: Key Differences Every Dentist Should Know

Location: W183C

Speaker: – Gordon J Christensen - Practical Clinical Courses Inc.

250-Restorative

Earn 3 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

H109 - Just Because It's Wet Doesn't Mean It's Healthy: Hands-On Workshop

Location: W175A

Speaker: – Out of the Box Learning Academy

490-Periodontics/Hygiene

Earn 3 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

L154 - Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office: What’s in Your Emergency Kit and Why?

Location: W184D

Speaker: – Premier Dental Products Company

142-Medical Emergencies

Earn 3 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

H103R1 - CBCT: Optimal Diagnosis for Optimal Patient Care

Location: W176A

Speaker: – University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry

730-Radiology/CBCT

Earn 3 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

L155 - We’re Not Getting Any Younger: Making Sense of Geriatric Physiology and Pathology

Location: W185D

Speaker: – Miami Valley Hospital Department of Medical Education

750-Special Patient Care/Geriatric

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

H102R1 - 21st Century Laser Dentistry, A Hands-On Workshop

Location: W175C

Speaker: – general and forensic dentistry

135-Laser Therapy

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

LD161 - The Curious Clinician: Reigniting Passion and Embracing Emerging Trends in Dentistry

Location: W190B

Speaker: – Amanda Hill, RDH, LLC

490-Periodontics/Hygiene

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L162 - Pediatric Oral Pathology

Location: W179AB

Speaker: – CAMP Laboratory

730-Oral Medicine, Diagnosis, Pathology

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L163 - Between the Threads: Uncovering Implant Therapy for the Dental Hygienist

Location: W186ABC

Speaker: – Katrina RDH LLC

490-Periodontics/Hygiene/Implants

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

H108R1 - BLS CPR AED Training and Certification Course

Location: W191*

Speaker: – CPR Training for LIFE!

142-CPR

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L164 - The New and Improved User’s Guide for Bonding and Cementation: Tips, Tricks, and Trends for Success

Location: W194AB

Speaker: – Fossil Creek Dental Partners, LLP

250-Restorative/Digital

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L165 - Clinical Workflows for Digital Dentures: Scanning, Milling, and Printing

Location: W193AB

Speaker: – Nobel Biocare North America

670-Removeable Prosthodontics/Digital Dentures

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

FL174 - Practical Protocols for Predictable and Positive Outcomes in Endodontics

Location: W375C

Speaker: – Advanced Endodontics of Chicago

070-Endodontics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

H110 - Ultrasonic Clinical Coaching: Level Up Your Use of Curved Lefts and Rights

Location: W175B

Speaker: – Independent

490-Periodontics/Hygiene/Ultrasonics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L166 - Diagnosis and Treatment Planning: Solving the First Two Riddles

Location: W185BC

Speaker: – The Pankey Institute

Co-Presenter: – Mark Kleive DDS PA

550-Practice Management/Financial

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L167 - Implant Prosthodontics: Aesthetics, Complications, Innovations, and Rescue Treatments- Part 2

Location: W185A

Speaker: – Dental College of Georgia

690-Implants

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

LP132R1 - Oral Jeopardy! What’s Jeopardizing Your Health That Most Healthcare Professionals Don’t Know? (Repeat)

Location: W475B

Speaker: – Midwestern State University

Panelist: – Saliva Hacker at IDM Scholar Society

Panelist: – Spectrum Health Sciences - SimplyTEST Oral Health

Panelist: – The PREVENT! Clinic

Panelist: – Oral Systemic Seminars

150-Health, Medicine, Nutrition

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L169 - Managing Misfortunes and Complications in General Practice: Things We All Need to Know

Location: W184BC

Speaker: – Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital

250-Restorative

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L175 - Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Children: The Dentist's Role

Location: W183B

Speaker: – Indiana University School of Dentistry

430-Pediatric Dentistry

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L170 - Rx for the Real World™: Homecare Innovations for High-Risk Mouths

Location: W190A

Speaker: – Amber Auger CORP

490-Periodontics/Hygiene

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

H105R1 - X-Out Your X-ray Errors: A Hands-On Workshop

Location: W176C

Speaker: – Malcolm X College- City Colleges of Chicago

Co-Presenter: – Malcolm X College Dental Hygiene Program

730-Radiology

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L171 - Stay in the Know! Recent CDT Changes and Common Insurance Administration Errors

Location: W184A

Speaker: – Practice Booster

550-Practice Management/Coding

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

H111 - The Optimal Operatory: Ergonomics, Wellness, and Efficiency for the Entire Dental Team

Location: W176B

Speaker: – MARKLUND WASMOND CENTER; COMMUNITY PHYSICAL THERAPY

150-Ergonomics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

H113 - Occlusal Equilibration: Why, When, and How

Location: W181B

Speaker: – Davis Comprehensive Dentistry

180-Occlusion

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L172 - Treatment Acceptance from the Patient's Point of View

Location: W187AB

Speaker: – n/a

550-Practice Management

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L173 - Body on Fire: Integrating Total Patient Health into Your Chairside Conversations

Location: W180*

Speaker: – DrUche.com

150-Health, Medicine, Nutrition

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

SLT176 - AI That Speaks Dentistry: Transforming Patient Care & Team Communication

Location: East Sponsor Theater

Speaker:

550-Artificial Intelligence

Earn 0 ADA CERP

1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

SLT177 - The Business of AI: Scaling Dentistry with Specialized LLMs

Location: West Sponsor Theater

Speaker:

Earn 0 ADA CERP

2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

N178 - Pop-in for Garrett's Popcorn

Location: Exhibit Hall

Earn 0 ADA CERP

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

LS179 - Get Found, Get Liked, Get Patients: Making the Most of Social Media

Location: W471B

Speaker: – Rita Zamora Connections / Connect90

550-Practice Management/Social Media

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

LS143R1 - The Heart of the Practice: Leading with Accountability, Clarity, and Confidence

Location: W471A

Speaker: – Dental Science Alliance

550-Practice Management/Leadership

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

LS181 - Talk Dirty to Me: Tackling OSHA and Infection Control Swiftly

Location: W470B

Speaker: – The OSHA Lady

148-Infection Control/OSHA

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

LS182 - I Screen, You Screen, We All Screen: No One Has Ever Done That Before!

Location: W475A

Speaker: – Oral Cancer Free and Oral Cancer Consulting

730-Oral Medicine, Diagnosis, Pathology

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

FLS184AP - Technologies and Innovation Advancements in Restoring Complete Edentulous Patients with Dental Implants

Location: W470A

Speaker: – Indiana University School of Dentistry

690-Implants

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

3:15 PM - 4:30 PM

SLT186 - Sponsor Content Theater

Location: East Sponsor Theater

3:15 PM - 4:30 PM

SLT187 - Sponsor Content Theater

Location: West Sponsor Theater

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

N183 - Keynote Presentation: Chris Chelios

Location: W375D

Keynote Speaker:

Earn 1 ADA CERP

7:00 AM - 9:30 AM

N285 - Wisconsin Welcome Breakfast

Location: Level 3

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

FLS219WC - Private Practice Transitions in 2026: Valuation Data, Trends, and the Three Keys to a Smooth Transition

Location: W475A

Speaker: – Dental Buyer Advocates & DentalTax

550-Practice Management/Transitions

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

LS221 - Anesthesia and Pain Management from Start to Finish, Part I

Location: W470A

Speaker: – Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center

340-Anesthesia & Pain Management/Medical

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

LS220 - What Works and What’s Next in Dental AI: The Playbook Used by 8 of the 10 Largest DSOs in North America

Location: W471A

Speaker: – VideaHealth

250-Restorative

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

L213 - Lasers and Their Roles in the Dental Practice

Location: W187C

Speaker: – Dental College of Georgia

135-Laser Therapy

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

L214 - CBCT 101: A Detailed Exploration of Anatomy, Pathological Conditions, and Incidental Findings

Location: W185D

Speaker: – WesternU, College of Dental Medicine

730-Radiology/CBCT

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

H200 - Clinical Crown Lengthening: Hands-On Workshop

Location: W175A

Speaker: – Puget Sound Periodontics

490-Periodontics/Crown Lengthening

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

H201 - Mastering Pediatric Restorative Techniques: Hands-On Training for General Dentists

Location: W176A

Speaker: – UIC College of Dentistry

430-Pediatric Dentistry

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

L215 - Advanced Endodontic Diagnosis: When the Pulp Is and Isn't the Problem

Location: W183C

Speaker: – Capital Endodontics

070-Endodontics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

H202 - Mastering Scaling and Ergonomic Excellence: Perfect Your Skills, Protect Your Career!

Location: W175B

Speaker: – West Coast University Anaheim, CA

490-Periodontics/Hygiene/Instrumentation

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

L216 - From Chaos to Control: Accelerate Your Growth and Conquer $240K in Practice Problems in Under 12 Months

Location: W193AB

Speaker: – IGNITEDDS

550-Practice Management

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

LP217 - Your Questions Answered by the Experts

Location: W375D

Speaker: – Gordon J Christensen - Practical Clinical Courses Inc.

Panelist: – University of Alabama at Birmingham

Panelist: – Aurora Borealis Dentistry

Panelist: – Katrina RDH LLC

Panelist: – University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry

Panelist: – Grayslake Orthodontics

149-Multi-Disciplinary Topics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

L217 - Treatment of the High-Caries Risk Patient

Location: W184D

Speaker: – UAB School of Dentistry

250-Restorative

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

L218 - Dentistry: What a Pain! What Is It? Where Is It? What to Do About It

Location: W181A

Speaker: – MARKLUND WASMOND CENTER; COMMUNITY PHYSICAL THERAPY

150-Ergonomics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

FLP226 - Emerging Innovations in Dentistry Part 1: Clinical Integration & Patient Outcomes

Location: W194AB

Moderator: – Professional Insights Inc.

Co-Presenter: – Private Practice

010-Dental Materials/Prevention

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 10:00 AM

LS222 - The 7 Steps to Negotiating PPO Fees

Location: W470B

Speaker: – Veritas Dental Resources

550-Practice Management/PPO's/Insurance

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 10:00 AM

LS223 - The Service Side of Dentistry: Managing Expectations and Handling Situations When Treatment Does Not Go as Planned

Location: W471B

Speaker: – MedPro Group

550-Practice Manegement/Risk Management

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

FLP242 - Clinically Relevant Science 2025: What Providers Need to Know from the American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR)

Location: W475B

Speaker: – Impact Health Strategies

Co-Presenter: – University of Minnesota

Co-Presenter: – University of Illinois Chicago

Co-Presenter: – The University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics

Co-Presenter: – University of Michigan, School of Dentistry

151-Dental Research

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

FL225 - Dental Assistants and Documentation: Are You Doing All You Need to Do?

Location: W184A

Speaker: – Clinical Assistant Dynamics

250-Restorative/Auxiliary

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L270 - Dynamic Duo: The Doctor- Hygienist Team

Location: W192AB

Speaker: – Chicago, IL

Co-Presenter: – Perio Implant Chicago

490-Periodontics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

H203 - Exquisite Temporaries Made Simple Workshop

Location: W181B

Speaker: – Mark Kleive DDS PA

250-Restorative/Provisionals

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L219 - Oral Cancer and Lesion Recognition: Improve Diagnostic and Management Skills!

Location: W179AB

Speaker: – Wake Forest University School of Medicine

730-Oral Medicine, Oral Diagnosis, Oral Pathology/ Oral Cancer

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L220 - Dental Prescribing Dilemmas: How to Maximize Results with Minimal Risk

Location: W185A

Speaker: – University of Iowa College of Dentistry

010-Basic Science/Pharmacotherapeutics/Health Wellness Nutrition

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L221 - Hit Me with Your Best Shots! Mastering the Science and Safety of Dental Local Anesthetic Agents

Location: W190A

Speaker: – Pharmacology Declassified

340-Anesthesia & Pain

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

FLS224 - Faces of the Future: Technology Transforming Craniofacial Surgery and Orthodontics

Location: W375C

Speaker: – Jacobson & Tsou Orthodontics

Co-Presenter: – University of Illinois - Chicago

370-Craniofacial Trauma & Surgery/Orthodontics

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

H208R2 - BLS CPR AED Training and Certification Course

Location: W191*

Speaker: – CPR Training for LIFE!

142-CPR

Earn 3 ADA CERP

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

H204 - Clinical Workflows for Success with Digital Dentures: A Hands-On Workshop (Thurs L165 Required)

Location: W181C

Speaker: – Nobel Biocare North America

670-Removable Prosthodontics/Digital Dentures

Earn 3 ADA CERP

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

L227 - Winning Over Little Smiles: Practical Management and Minimally Invasive Solutions

Location: W183B

Speaker: – Dr Carla Cohn

430-Pediatric Dentistry

Earn 3 ADA CERP

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

L228 - Crush Your Next Class II Restoration

Location: W186ABC

Speaker: – Clark Dental Group

250-Restorative/Composites

Earn 3 ADA CERP

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

L229 - It's a Metal-Free World

Location: W187AB

Speaker: – Private Practice

250-Restorative/Minimally Invasive

Earn 3 ADA CERP

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

L230 - Key Factors for Predictable Esthetic Treatment

Location: W190B

Speaker: – Louisiana State University, School of Dentistry

610-Fixed Prosthodontics

Earn 2 ADA CERP

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

L231 - State-of-the-Art Restorative and Digital Dentistry

Location: W185BC

Speaker: – Dental Tech Advisors

Co-Presenter: – Dentistry Today

Co-Presenter: – Denticle Consulting Group

250-Restortive/Digital

Earn 3 ADA CERP

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

H206 - Hands-On Oral Surgery Workshop for the General Practitioner

Location: W176B

Speaker: – American Dental Association

310-Oral Surgery

Earn 3 ADA CERP

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

H205R2 - X-Out Your X-ray Errors: A Hands-On Workshop

Location: W176C

Speaker: – Malcolm X College- City Colleges of Chicago

Co-Presenter: – Malcolm X College Dental Hygiene Program

730-Radiology

Earn 3 ADA CERP

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

L232 - Comprehensive Care: from Diagnosis and Treatment Planning to Execution

Location: W184BC

Speaker: – Davis Comprehensive Dentistry

180-Occlusion

Earn 3 ADA CERP

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

L233 - Using the Turbyfil Denture Technique to Ensure Success with Implant Planning, Placement, and Restoration

Location: W180*

Speaker: – Cassidy Dental Associates

670-Removeable Prosthodontics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

H207AD - Introduction to Implant Dentistry: Hands-On Training with Models

Location: W175C

Speaker: – Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital

690-Implants

Earn 3 ADA CERP

10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

SLT236 - Protect Your Practice & Profits: Essential Lawsuite Defense & Tax Secrets Even Dental Provider Must Know

Location: East Sponsor Theater

Speaker:

Earn 0 ADA CERP

10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

SLT235 - Unlock Maximum Value: Proven Strategies for Selling Your Dental Practice with Confidence

Location: West Sponsor Theater

Speaker:

Earn 0 ADA CERP

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

LS237 - Comprehensive Financial Planning for Dentists

Location: W471A

Speaker: – Eide Bailly, LLP

550-Practice Management/Financial

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

LS238 - Challenges in Special Care Dentistry

Location: W470A

Speaker: – University of Illinois College of Dentistry

750-Special Patient Care

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

FLS239WC - Streamlined Emergencies: Preparing for, Managing, and Preventing Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office

Location: W475A

Speaker: – Flemingsburg Dental Care StreamDent Software IV Sedation Training for Dentists LLC

142-Medical Emergencies

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

LS240 - Data Drama: Turning Tech Chaos and Cybersecurity Woes into Predictable Failures

Location: W471B

Speaker: – Copper Penny Consulting

550-Practice Management/Cybersercurity/HIPPA

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

LS241 - Million Dollar Lemonade Stand: Lessons from Stirring Lemonade to Running a $100+ Million Enterprise

Location: W470B

Speaker: – Ryan Vet

550-Practice Management

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

SLT244 - Sponsor Content Theater

Location: West Sponsor Theater

Earn 0 ADA CERP

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

SLT243 - STOP Overpaying Your Taxes and PROTECT Your Wealth!

Location: East Sponsor Theater

Speaker:

Earn 0 ADA CERP

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

N245 - Friday Yoga

Earn 0 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

FLS253 - Beyond the Drill Profit Center: Chairside Prevention with Nutrition and Tobacco Counseling

Location: W475A

Speaker: – University of Illinois Chicago

Co-Presenter: – University of Illinois, Chicago

250-Restorative/Prevention

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

LS254 - Local Anesthesia and Pain Management, Part II

Location: W470A

Speaker: – Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center

340-Anesthesia & Pain Management/Medical

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

FLS252 - Sports Dentistry for Today’s Athlete: A Modern Approach to Injury Prevention and Management

Location: W471A

Speaker: – Jackson Family Dentistry

154-Sports Dentistry

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

L213R1 - Lasers and Their Roles in the Dental Practice

Location: W187C

Speaker: – Dental College of Georgia

135-Laser Therapy

Earn 3 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

H208 - Basic and Advanced Suturing: Hands-On Workshop

Location: W175A

Speaker: – Puget Sound Periodontics

490-Periodontics/Suturing

Earn 3 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

L247 - CBCT in 2026: An In-Depth Review of Clinical Applications, Pathology Detection, and Radiation Safety

Location: W185D

Speaker: – WesternU, College of Dental Medicine

730-Radiology/CBCT

Earn 3 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

L248 - Single-Visit Endodontic Efficiency and Predictability for the GP

Location: W183C

Speaker: – Capital Endodontics

070-Endodontics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

H202R1 - Mastering Scaling and Ergonomic Excellence: Perfect Your Skills - Protect Your Career!

Location: W175B

Speaker: – West Coast University Anaheim, CA

490-Periodontics/Hygiene/Instrumentation

Earn 3 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

L249 - Keys to Esthetic and Prosthetic Success with Single Implants

Location: W181A

Speaker: – Nobel Biocare North America

610-Prosthodontics/Implants

Earn 3 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

H209 - Interactive Workshop: Hands-On Update in Dental Infection Prevention and Control

Location: W176A

Speaker: – Mary Govoni & Associates

148-Infection Control

Earn 3 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

L250 - Materials and Protocols for Adhesive Ceramic Restorations

Location: W184D

Speaker: – UAB School of Dentistry

010-Dental Materials/Ceramics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

L251 - Take Your Shot: Lead Under Pressure Without Burning Out

Location: W375D

Speaker: – Striegel Performance Coaching

550-Practice Management/Business/Team

Earn 3 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

FLP263 - Emerging Innovations in Dentistry Part 2: Clinical Integration and Patient Outcomes

Location: W194AB

Moderator: – Professional Insights Inc.

Co-Presenter: – Midwestern State University

010-Dental Materials/Prevention

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

LS260 - Combatting Day to Day Insurance Problems

Location: W470B

Speaker: – Veritas Dental Resources

550-Practice Management/PPO's/Insurance

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

LS261 - Compliance Without Panic: Straightforward Infection Control That Works

Location: W471B

Speaker: – Dental Ed, Inc

148-Infection Control/OSHA

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L255 - Desiccation Therapy: A New Frontier in Managing Dysbiotic Oral Disease

Location: W475B

Speaker: – Out of the Box Learning Academy

490-Periodontics/Hygiene

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L256 - Oral Manifestations of Systemic Diseases in Clinical Practice

Location: W179AB

Speaker: – Wake Forest University School of Medicine

730-Oral Medicine, Oral Diagnosis, Oral Pathology/ Systemic Disease

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L257 - Drug Reactions and Interactions Important in Clinical Dentistry

Location: W185A

Speaker: – University of Iowa College of Dentistry

010-Basic Science/Pharmacotherapeutics/Health Wellness Nutrition

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L258 - Local Anesthesia: New Techniques, the Latest Trends, and Troubleshooting

Location: W190A

Speaker: – Katrina RDH LLC

340-Anesthesia & Pain

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L259 - Periodontal Plastic Surgery: The Science and the Art

Location: W192AB

Speaker: – Chicago, IL

Co-Presenter: – Perio Implant Chicago

490-Periodontics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

FL262 - From First Hello to Final Smile: Enhancing Patient Experiences

Location: W184A

Speaker: – Dental Assistant Connection

250-Restorative/Auxiliary

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

SLT274 - From Clinical Trials to Chairside: Empowering Everyday Practice with New Toothpaste Science

Location: West Sponsor Theater

Speaker:

Earn 0 ADA CERP

1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

SLT275 - Print, Place, Perfect

Location: East Sponsor Theater

Speaker:

Earn 0 ADA CERP

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

FLP271 - Dental Public Health: Opportunities and the Future of Caries Management

Location: W375C

Moderator: – Impact Health Strategies

Panelist: – MouthWatch, Inc

Panelist: – Overjet

Panelist: – Apple Tree Dental

Panelist: – Montshire Dental, PC

Panelist: – Illinois Oral Health Coalition

Panelist: – University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry

250-Restorative

Earn 2 ADA CERP

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

L264 - Beauty Comes in Different Packages

Location: W187AB

Speaker: – Private Practice

250-Restorative/Anterior Resins

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

H208R3 - BLS CPR AED Training and Certification Course

Location: W191*

Speaker: – CPR Training for LIFE!

142-CPR

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

L265 - Smart Restorative Choices for Kids: From Fillings to Full Coverage, Including Pulp Therapy

Location: W183B

Speaker: – Dr Carla Cohn

430-Pediatric Dentistry

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

L266 - Closing the Gaps: Treating Diastemas, Black Triangles, and Peg Laterals

Location: W186ABC

Speaker: – Clark Dental Group

250-Restorative/Cracked Tooth Syndrome

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

LP272 - The Evolving Landscape of Dental Practice

Location: W180*

Moderator: – Grayslake Orthodontics

Panelist:

Panelist: – P1 Dental Partners

Panelist: – City Smiles/Chicago Dental Society

Panelist: – HR for Health

550-Dental Practice Model

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

L267 - Artificial Intelligence and Dentistry

Location: W193AB

Speaker: – Global Summits Institute

550-Artificial Intelligence

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

L268 - Management of All-Ceramic Crowns: Control of Risk Factors

Location: W190B

Speaker: – Louisiana State University, School of Dentistry

610-Fixed Prosthodontics

Earn 2 ADA CERP

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

LP273 - Advanced Dental Technology Integration and Future Trends

Location: W185BC

Moderator: – Dental Tech Advisors

Panelist: – Dentistry Today

Panelist: – Denticle Consulting Group

Panelist: – IGNITEDDS

250-Restorative/Digital

Earn 2 ADA CERP

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

H206R1 - Hands-On Oral Surgery Workshop for the General Practitioner

Location: W176B

Speaker: – American Dental Association

310-Oral Surgery

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

H205R3 - X-Out Your X-ray Errors: A Hands-On Workshop

Location: W176C

Speaker: – Malcolm X College- City Colleges of Chicago

Co-Presenter: – Malcolm X College Dental Hygiene Program

730-Radiology

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

H211 - The Turbyfil Denture Technique: A Workshop for Skill Development

Location: W181B

Speaker: – Cassidy Dental Associates

670-Removeable Prosthodontics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

L269 - Predictability in Restorative Care

Location: W184BC

Speaker: – Davis Comprehensive Dentistry

180-Occlusion

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

H212 - Foundations of Endodontic Technique: A NuEndo Introductory Hands-On Course

Location: W181C

Speaker: – NuEndo

070-Endodontics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

LS276 - Know Your Practice by the Numbers: Including Metrics and KPI's

Location: W471A

Speaker: – Eide Bailly, LLP

550-Practice Management/Financial

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

LS277 - Understanding Autism

Location: W470A

Speaker: – University of Illinois College of Dentistry

750-Special Patient Care

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

FLS278WC - Negotiating as a Practice Owner: Practical Ways to Cut Costs

Location: W475A

Speaker: – GroupUps

550-Practice Management

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

LS279 - When Seconds Count: Disaster Drill Coaching for Dental Practices

Location: W471B

Speaker: – Copper Penny Consulting

550-Practice Management/Emergency Preparedness

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

LS280 - When Generations Collide: Leadership in a Multigenerational Workplace

Location: W470B

Speaker: – Ryan Vet

550-Practice Management

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

3:15 PM - 4:30 PM

SLT287 - Sponsor Content Theater

Location: East Sponsor Theater

3:15 PM - 4:30 PM

SLT288 - Sponsor Content Theater

Location: West Sponsor Theater

3:15 PM - 5:15 PM

N282 - Sips, Suds, & Sales

Location: Exhibit Hall

Earn 0 ADA CERP

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

N283 - Dental Student Reception

Location: Exhibit Hall

Earn 0 ADA CERP

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

N286 - Speaker & Scout Reception

Location: Marriott Marquis Great Lakes Ballroom E F

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

N284 - Beats, Bash, & Bites

Location: Hyatt McCormick Regency Ballroom

Earn 0 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

TR234 - Harnessing the Power of Personalities in the Dental Practice

Location: W178AB

Speaker: – DrBicuspid.com

550-Practice Management/Business

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

TR234 - Leveraging AI For the Administrative Team

Location: W178AB

Speaker: – Odyssey Management, Inc.

550-Practice Management/Business

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

TR234 - High-Impact Dental Coding: Small Fixes, Big Results

Location: W178AB

Speaker: – Practice Booster

550-Practice Management/Business

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

TR234 - Lunch Break, Provided

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

TR234 - Leading Change: Operations Management in Dentistry

Location: W178AB

Speaker: – Curious Consulting LLC

550-Practice Management/Business

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

TR234 - Beyond SEO: How AI and Social Media Influence Which Dentists Get Chosen

Location: W178AB

Speaker: – Rita Zamora Connections / Connect90

550-Practice Management/Business

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

7:00 AM - 7:45 AM

N310 - Saturday Yoga

Earn 0 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

FLS316WC - Digital Integration in Contemporary Restorative Practice: Technologies and Clinical Implementation

Location: W475A

Speaker: – Advanced Prosthodontics

610-Prosthodontics

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

FLS320WC - Dental Implants Basics and Maintenance

Location: W475B

Speaker: – Practice At Your Best, LLC

690-Impants/Auxiliary Basics & Maintenance

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

LS318 - In Plain Sight: Confronting the Human Trafficking Crisis in the Healthcare Setting

Location: W470A

Speaker: – Collin College

166-Human Trafficking

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

LS319 - The Power of Presence: Transform Your Team, Transform Your Practice

Location: W471A

Speaker: – KELLY DUGGAN Image Consulting, LLC

550-Practice Management/Image

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

H300 - Implants in Action: A Hands-On Workshop for the Dental Hygienist

Location: W175A

Speaker: – Katrina RDH LLC

Co-Presenter: – Paradise Dental Technologies

490-Periodontics/Hygiene/Implants

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

L311 - Un-break My Heart! : What You Don't Know What You Don't Know About Your Patients' Cardiovascular Disease

Location: W187C

Speaker: – Pharmacology Declassified

010-Basic Science/Pharmacotherapeutics/Health Wellness Nutrition

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

L312 - Healers versus Stealers: How to Outsmart a Thief in Your Practice

Location: W181A

Speaker: – Prosperident Inc.

550-Practice Management/Embezzlement

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

H301 - Evidence Based Endodontics: Instrumentation, Irrigation, and Obturation Hands-On Workshop for the General Practitioner (Fri L248 Attendance Required)

Location: W176A

Speaker: – Capital Endodontics

070-Endodontics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

L313 - 3D Printing in Dentistry - From Basics to Breakthroughs, for Generalists and Specialists

Location: W184D

Speaker: – Atlanta Dental Spa

250-Restorative/Digital

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

L314 - Sleep Apnea: Time to Wake Up! Introduction to Screening Patients in Your Practice - Part 1

Location: W185D

Speaker: – Post Falls Family Cosmetic and Family Dental/ Sleep Better Northwest

160-Sleep Medicine

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

L315 - Nobody Told Me That! Management Issues We Should Talk About

Location: W183C

Speaker: – Odyssey Management, Inc.

550-Practice Management/Insurance

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 10:00 AM

LS332 - HIPAA & Cybersecurity for Dental Professionals: How to Avoid a Million Dollar Mistake

Location: W470B

Speaker: – Modern Practice Solutions, LLC

550-Practice Management/Cybersercurity/HIPPA

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

H303 - Alter the Tooth Life Cycle: Posterior Indirect Restorations Hands-On Workshop

Location: W181B

Speaker: – Private Practice

250-Restorative/Minimally Invasive

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L321 - Shaping a Safe Future: Optimizing Care with Patient Education and Team Training

Location: W185BC

Speaker: – Illinois Association of Defense Trial Attorneys

Co-Presenter: – HelperBroom LLC

Co-Presenter: – TDIC

550-Practice Management/Risk Management

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L322 - CBCT Use for the General Dentist: How Does It Fit in My Practice?

Location: W185A

Speaker: – Aurora Borealis Dentistry

730-CBCT

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L323 - The Three-Day-a-Week Practice: Constructing an Ownership Path to Fit Your Goals

Location: W187AB

Speaker: – Cain Watters and Associates

550-Practice Management/Financial

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L324 - From Clicks to Comfort: A Guide to TMD Relief in Private Practice

Location: W184A

Speaker: – FIXT Dental

250-Restorative/Esthetics Anterior

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L325 - Actions and Algorithms for Medical Emergencies 2026: Multiple Actions to Prevent a Medical Crisis in Your Office

Location: W190B

Speaker: – Advanced Practice Seminars, LLC

142-Medical Emergencies

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L326 - From Prevention to Restoration: Innovations in Pediatric Dentistry Techniques, Materials, and Interdisciplinary Care

Location: W183B

Speaker: – UIC College of Dentistry

430-Pediatric Dentistry

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

H302R2 - Mastering Scaling & Ergonomic Excellence: Perfect Your Skills - Protect Your Career!

Location: W175B

Speaker: – West Coast University Anaheim, CA

490-Periodontics/Hygiene/Instrumentation

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L327 - From Exhausted to Empowered: The Professional's Guide to Thriving

Location: W193AB

Speaker: – Dynamic Speaker Institute

150-Health and Wellness

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L328 - Guided Biofilm Therapy: What's All the Hype About?

Location: W190A

Speaker: – University Of British Columbia

490-Periodontics/Hygiene

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

H306 - Hands-On Oral Surgery Workshop for the General Practitioner (Repeat)

Location: W176B

Speaker: – American Dental Association

310-Oral Surgery

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

FL329 - What Is the Role of the Dental Professional in Screening for Oral and Oropharyngeal Cancer?

Location: W179AB

Speaker: – The University of Chicago

730-Oral Medicine, Diagnosis,Pathology/ Oral Cancer

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L330 - TMJ - How Does It Apply to Every Day Dentistry?

Location: W186ABC

Speaker: – Raman Center for TMJ & Sleep

730-TMD

Earn 3 ADA CERP

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

L331 - Treating the Apprehensive Patient

Location: W184BC

Speaker: – Stony Brook University

340-Anesthesia & Pain Management/ Anxiety

Earn 3 ADA CERP

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

H308R4 - BLS CPR AED Training and Certification Course

Location: W191*

Speaker: – CPR Training for LIFE!

142-CPR

Earn 3 ADA CERP

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

H309 - Easy Pedo for the GP: Hands-On Workshop - Pediatric Dentistry Essentials for General Practitioners

Location: W175C

Speaker: – Dr Carla Cohn

430-Pediatric Dentistry

Earn 3 ADA CERP

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

L333 - Don’t Be a One-Trick Pony: Restorative Selections for Successful Outcomes

Location: W192AB

Speaker: – Dental Economics Magazine

250-Restorative

Earn 3 ADA CERP

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

H307 - Beyond the Toothache: Mastering the Diagnosis and Referral of Non-Odontogenic Orofacial Pain Workshop

Location: W181C

Speaker: – Midwestern University

730-Oral Medicine, Diagnosis, Pathology

Earn 3 ADA CERP

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

H305R4 - X-Out Your X-ray Errors: A Hands-On Workshop

Location: W176C

Speaker: – Malcolm X College- City Colleges of Chicago

Co-Presenter: – Malcolm X College Dental Hygiene Program

730-Radiology

Earn 3 ADA CERP

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

FL334 - Principles of Predictable Endodontics: An Introduction for the General Dentist

Location: W180*

Speaker: – NuEndo

070-Endodontics

Earn 3 ADA CERP

10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

SLT337 - Sponsor Content Theater

Location: East Sponsor Theater

Earn 0 ADA CERP

10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

SLT336 - Unlock Maximum Value: Proven Strategies for Selling Your Dental Practice with Confidence

Location: West Sponsor Theater

Speaker:

Earn 0 ADA CERP

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

FLS338WC - Dentistry Unscripted: Creating Opportunity and Impact Beyond the Operatory Through Mobile Outreach

Location: W475B

Speaker: – Smiles Across Montana

750-Special Needs/Mobile Dental

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

FLS339WC - Get Clearly Visible with Instagram

Location: W475A

Speaker: – Clear Coaching

550-Practice Management/Auxiliary

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

FLS340 - The Upgraded Dentist: How to Create and Live an Authentic Life

Location: W470A

Speaker: – Expansion Project

550-Practice Management/Business

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

LS341 - Bias Happens: Mitigating Unconscious Bias in Dentistry

Location: W471A

Speaker: – LBH Consulting, LLC

558-Diversity & Inclusion

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

FLS373WC - Back to the Bite: Essential and Practical Occlusion for Everyday Dentistry

Location: W471B

Speaker: – University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry

180-Occlusion

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

LS342 - Collective Cash Flow: A Team Strategy for Financial Success

Location: W470B

Speaker: – Rae Dental Management, LLC DBA Novonee

550-Practice Management/Financial

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

N344 - Smile and Shine Hygienist Luncheon

Earn 0 ADA CERP

11:45 AM - 1:00 PM

SLT345 - Sponsor Content Theater

Location: East Sponsor Theater

Earn 0 ADA CERP

11:45 AM - 1:00 PM

SLT346 - Sponsor Content Theater

Location: West Sponsor Theater

Earn 0 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

FLS372WC - AI Advantage in Dentistry: From Hype to Reality

Location: W471B

Speaker: – Intelligent Care Alliance

550-Artificial Intelligence

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

LS351 - First Impressions That Last: The Psychology of Trust at Every Dental Touchpoint

Location: W471A

Speaker: – KELLY DUGGAN Image Consulting, LLC

550-Practice Management/Image

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

FLS352WC - Unlocking Smiles: Compassionate Care for Dental Patients with Special Healthcare Needs

Location: W475B

Speaker: – Lisa Curbow, RDH, LLC

750-Special Needs

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

LS353 - HIPAA & Cybersecurity for Dental Professionals: How to Avoid a Million Dollar Mistake

Location: W470B

Speaker: – Modern Practice Solutions, LLC

550-Practice Management/Cybersercurity/HIPPA

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

FLS354 - Origins of Dental Fear: Providing Trauma Informed Care

Location: W470A

Speaker: – Collin College

153-Dental Anxiety

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

FLS355WC - An Introduction to Orofacial Pain and TMD for the GP Dentist: The 12th ADA-Recognized Dental Specialty

Location: W475A

Speaker: – ABOP

730-Oral Medicine, Oral Diagnosis, Oral Pathology/ Systemic Disease

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

L347 - Beyond the Basics: The Next Steps in Treating Sleep Apnea in Your General Dental Practice, Part 2

Location: W185D

Speaker: – Post Falls Family Cosmetic and Family Dental/ Sleep Better Northwest

160-Sleep Medicine

Earn 3 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

L348 - Healers Versus Stealers: How to Outsmart a Thief in Your Practice (Repeat)

Location: W181A

Speaker: – Prosperident Inc.

550-Practice Management/Embezzlement

Earn 3 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

L349 - Dental Photography Made Simple

Location: W184D

Speaker: – Atlanta Dental Spa

138-Photography/Restorative

Earn 3 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

L350 - Revenue Cycle Documentation with a Focus on AI Tools

Location: W183C

Speaker: – Odyssey Management, Inc.

550-Practice Management/Insurance

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L356 - Creating a Successful Dental Partnership: Lessons Learned from 35 Years of Practice Transitions

Location: W187AB

Speaker: – Cain Watters and Associates

550-Practice Management/Financial

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L357 - An Acidic Awakening: Dental Erosion’s Implications for Overall Health

Location: W184A

Speaker: – FIXT Dental

250-Restorative/Erosion

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L358 - Part II: Actions and Algorithms for Medical Emergencies 2026: Updated Medications and New Routes of Administration for Drugs Used When Treating a Medical Emergency

Location: W190B

Speaker: – Advanced Practice Seminars, LLC

142-Medical Emergencies

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L359 - Adapting Dental Practice to Modern Trends and Challenges facing Pediatric Dentistry

Location: W183B

Speaker: – UIC College of Dentistry

430-Pediatric Dentistry

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L360 - Dental Implants for Beginners: Pearls of Wisdom on How to Succeed!

Location: W185A

Speaker: – Aurora Borealis Dentistry

690-Implants

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

FL361 - Differential Diagnosis of Head and Neck Soft Tissue Lesions: Everything You Forgot About Since School!

Location: W179AB

Speaker: – The University of Chicago

730-Oral Medicine, Diagnosis, Pathology

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L362 - MATE: Controlled Substances- Review of Pain Management, Signs of Addiction, and Treatment and Opioid Prescribing Protocols

Location: W184BC

Speaker: – Stony Brook University

340-Anesthesia & Pain Management/ MATE

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L363 - Oral Self-Care Products: What’s in Your Drawer?

Location: W190A

Speaker: – University Of British Columbia

490-Periodontics/Hygiene

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

L364 - Can Neuromuscular Dental Treatment Resolve Even Chronic Whole-Body Symptoms with Medical Diagnoses? ( Morning Attendance L330 Required)

Location: W186ABC

Speaker: – Raman Center for TMJ & Sleep

730-TMD

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

H308R5 - BLS CPR AED Training and Certification Course

Location: W191*

Speaker: – CPR Training for LIFE!

142-CPR

Earn 3 ADA CERP

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

L365 - A Modern, Biologic Approach to Preventive Dentistry

Location: W192AB

Speaker: – Dental Economics Magazine

490-Periodontics/Hygiene

Earn 3 ADA CERP

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

FLS367WC - Nightmare Root Canals: Top Seven Mistakes That Cause Treatment Failure

Location: W475A

Speaker: – American Dental Masters

070-Endodontics

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

LS368 - REAL Leadership for Thriving Teams

Location: W471A

Speaker: – LBH Consulting, LLC

550-Practice Management/Leadership

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

FLS369 - 14 Ways to Stand Out from the Dentist Down the Street (Without Competing on Price)

Location: W470A

Speaker: – Expansion Project

550-Practice Management/Social Media

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

LS370 - Lock the Back Door: The Keys to Enhanced Patient Retention

Location: W470B

Speaker: – Rae Dental Management, LLC DBA Novonee

550-Practice Management

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

7:00 PM - 11:30 PM

N372 - President's Dinner Dance

Location: Hyatt Regency Chicago Crystal Ballroom

Earn 0 ADA CERP

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

TR317 - Battling and Beating the Demons of Dental Assisting

Location: W178AB

Speaker: – DrBicuspid.com

149-Auxiliary

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

TR317 - Maximizing Dental Practice Efficiency: Harnessing AI, Advanced Systems, and Cutting-Edge Equipment

Location: W178AB

Speaker: – Mary Govoni & Associates

149-Auxiliary

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

TR317 - Unstoppable: The 90 Minutes That Will Redefine Your Dental Assistant Career

Location: W178AB

Speaker: – IGNITEDDS

149-Auxiliary

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

TR317 - Lunch Break, Provided

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

TR317 - Beneath the Surface: What’s Lurking, What’s Working, and How to Stay Safe

Location: W178AB

Speaker: – Dental Ed, Inc

149-Auxiliary

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

TR317 - Tools of the Trade: Smart Supply Management for Dental Assistants

Location: W178AB

Speaker: – Dental Assistant Connection

149-Auxiliary

Earn 1.5 ADA CERP