Newfoundland & LabradorOral Health Convention

2016 ConventionPROGRAMJune 9-11, Gander, NL

Hotel GanderGander, NL100 Trans Canada Highway1-800-563-2988

Town of Gander

Message from Claude Elliott

Mayor, Town of Gander

On behalf of my fellow Councillors and the Citizens of Gander, I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to the Town of Gander and to the Newfoundland and Labrador Dental Association conference. We are very pleased to have you visit us and are honoured that you have chosen Gander to host your conference. We trust that you will enjoy our hospitality and hope that your time in Gander is both enjoyable and rewarding. Congratulations to the volunteers who worked countless hours to make this conference an enjoyable one for the participants. Sincerely, Town Council of Gander

Claude Elliott Mayor

Welcome From Our Presidents

We are happy to welcome you back once again to Gander for the 2016 Oral Health Convention. The convention is a great time to mingle with other dental professionals and reunite with old classmates. We have a great CEC program lined up with some great local talent as well as some national speakers. The social program includes Fun Night and President Dinner not to mention our ever-popular Pub Crawl. All our favorite exhibitors are back so make sure to head to the tradeshow and let them make you a deal. See you there!

Dr. Jacqueline Tucker Newfoundland & Labrador Dental Association

It is with great pleasure that I warmly welcome all Oral Health Professionals to the town of Gander for the 2016 annual Oral Health Convention. We have another weekend of great courses and socials planned, including our Recognition Dinner. This provides an excellent opportunity to collaborate, network and socialize with other dental professionals while enjoying scenic Central Newfoundland. I look forward to seeing you there!!

Barbara Hollett, RDH Newfoundland & Labrador Dental Hygienists Association

It is with great pleasure that I welcome all Oral Health Professionals from across the province to the 2016 Oral Health convention hosted in the wonderful town of Gander. We hope you find the selection of continuing education courses & social events that the OHC committee organizes both rewarding and enjoyable. I look forward to meeting with our members at the NLDAA meetings throughout the year!

Victoria Rideout, RDA Newfoundland & Labrador Dental Assistants Association

The Oral Health Convention Planning Committee:

As a Committee we look forward to each year building a better Convention. We hear the members as they outline the types of CEC they require and work to accommodate such demands. This year we offer courses in: Implant Dentistry, Pathology, Pediatric, Infection Control, Restorative Dentistry, and Eating Disorders. The Convention provides for an opportunity to earn up to 24 points per year.

As our numbers have increased the demand for the CE offered has also grown. Therefore to stay within the Fire Marshall’s rules there is a maximum capacity for some courses, so please register early. The cut-off date is May 23rd, 2016. There will be a late administration fee of $25.00 applied to all registrations received after May 23rd, 2016.

The trade show floor has expanded significantly over the years. However, there are still areas that we would like to cover that are not currently on the floor. If there are exhibitors that you would like to see attending our OHC, please let us know and we will work to bring them in.

The OHC Committee

Raelene Keating, NLDADr. Shane Roberts, DDS

Tobi Stuckless, RDH Patricia Penton, RDH

Lesley Patey, OS

Dr. Rob Furlong, DDS

Paulette Gosse, RDA Kerry Griffiths, RDA

Anthony Patey, NLDA Dr. Patrick Redmond, DDS

 

 

Information

Accommodations:The Oral Health Convention Committee has reserved a block of guest rooms at Hotel Gander under a group rate until May 6th 2016.

If you are interested in accommodations at this hotel, please call (709) 256-3931 or 1-800-563-2988.

For ease of booking, inform the hotel of the guest room block code Oral Health Convention 2016.

Group rate: regular room — $119, Suite — $185.

Sinbad’s Hotel & Suites133 Bennett Dr, GanderA1V 1X3Phone: 709 651-2678Toll free 1-800-563-8330To book within the block, use the block code NLDA

$129 Single$139 double$10 per extra person

Online registration:Online registration is now open. Please visit www.nlda.net and click on the NLDA OHC link. If you have previously used our online registration system, your information is already stored and all you need to do is log in. You can always click “forgot password” if necessary. If your registration was associated with someone else, please give us a call and we can reset your account.

As usual, you will receive your nametag with your registration package when you arrive at the conference. This will have all your registration information from what courses you have paid for to all the social events you have signed up for. The barcode on your name tag will be scanned in as you enter a course or social event. At the end of every event all attendees will be automatically signed out by the system operator so you will not have to be scanned out.

At any time during the convention there will be a kiosk available from which you can print off a report of the courses you have attended. You will also be able to print your online registration receipt anytime from when you register to up to one month after the convention. This can be accessed through the login account that you set up for your registration.

www.nlda.net

As always, if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the office, 709 579-2362, nfdental@nfld.net

Speakers

HPV and Oropharyngeal Cancer Thursday, June 9TH — 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM 3 CEC points — Category IDescription of CourseThis session will discuss Human Papillomavirus and its impact on human diseases from warts to cancer. The natural history and pathogenesis of HPV infection to cancer will be reviewed and strategies for disease prevention from vaccination and screening outlined. Finally, special consideration will be given to the contribution of HPV towards oropharyngeal cancer and what dental professionals should know when examining and counselling their patients.

Ouch… That Hurts When IThursday, June 9TH — 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM 6 CEC points (Hands-on course) — Category I BDescription of CourseCaries infection has increased in young adult populations and continues to be a major disease for children. This course discusses the impact of Nano Technology on today’s preventative and restorative materials. Attendees will have a “hands-on forum” to provide their dental teams with new findings on today’s desensitizers, sealants, and fluoride treatments to combat patient’s current symptoms and prevention of future issues.

• Gain an understanding of new research findings that can contribute to the evidence for application of varnish with chemotherapeutic fluoride treatment

• Understand the findings of recent research exploring how dental practitioners are using scientific evidence in their patient treatment decisions and patient counseling

• Learn about the method of applying Xylitol containing, natural and artificial based fluoride treatments and Nano Hybrid Sealants and the evidence showing the effective changes they can have on today’s patients

Maximum 30 participants Open to DDS only

Dr. Catherine Popadiuk, MD, FRCS has been practicing as a Gynecologic Oncologist in Newfoundland and Labrador since 1998. She is an Associate Professor, Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University and Medical Director of the Cervical Screening Initiatives Program in NL. She has a special interest in Cervical Cancer and HPV Vaccination and is the National Lead for the HPV-Cervix Cancer Risk Management Model at the Canadian Partnership Against Cancer.

Dr. William Paveletz, DMD is a graduate of Temple University School of Dentistry. He completed his AEGD Residency at University of Pittsburgh Dental School and continued postgraduate work in prosthetics at University of Pittsburgh Dental School. He currently is one of VOCO America’s Clinical Educators speaking nationally to dental retailers, various dental societies and teaching institutions. He has a true passion for restorative dentistry with an emphasis on biocompatibility and holistic dentistry. His hands on workshops focus on topics ranging from dental hygiene, esthetic dentistry, fixed and removable prosthetics and nano technology.

Did you have your FIBER today?Thursday, June 9TH — 1:00 PM — 4:00 PM 6 CEC points (Hands-on course) — Category I BDescription of CourseStep-by-Step instructions on how to fabricate a “nano bis acrylic” temporary bridge using glass fiber reinforced materials and nano hybrid composite. Esthetic restorative dentistry with indirect restorations is a treatment that is in high demand by patients and clinicians.

This course explores the use of Nano-technology in bis- acryl /composite and how they are impacting today’s dental staff.

Key techniques are shown with update products that help streamline chair side temporization of single unit and multi-unit prosthetic restorations. Materials discuss: Structur 3, Grandioso HF, Grandtec , Dimanto Polishing System, and Provicol Cement.

Maximum 30 participants Open to DDS only

Speakers

Clinical Success in Implant DentistryThursday, June 9TH — 1:00 PM — 4:00 PM 3 CEC points — Category IDescription of CourseThis course will review the role of dental implants in different clinical situations. It will highlight the importance of site preservation and site development techniques for predictable outcomes and specifically socket preservation, ridge augmentation and sinus elevation procedures. It will review the surgical and prosthetic considerations for immediate implant placement as well as those for implant-retained full arch restorations.

Periodontics TodayFriday, June 10TH — 1:00 PM — 4:00 PM 3 CEC points — Category IDescription of CourseThis course will review the role of surgical periodontal therapy in the treatment of periodontitis including resective and regenerative techniques. It will highlight the surgical approaches utilized to address esthetically challenging situations such as soft tissue grafting and crown lengthening procedures.

Dr. Tony Crivello DMD MS FRCD(C) Dr. Crivello received his dental degree from McGill University. He received his certificate in periodontics and IV conscious sedation as well as a Master of Science degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Dr. Crivello is the recipient of numerous clinical and academic recognitions including the American Academy of Periodontology’s Balint Orban Prize honoring research conducted while in graduate school. Dr. Crivello is a Fellow in the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. He lectures nationally and internationally on topics including hard and soft tissue grafting and dental implants. He maintains a private practice limited to periodontics and implant dentistry in St. John’s, Newfoundland.

Trials and Tribulations of 3rd Molar Extractions and General Medicine ReviewThursday, June 9TH — 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM 3 CEC points — Category IDescription of Course1. “The Third Molar- Trials and Tribulations of Third Molar Extractions — A current review of the literature, the how, what, when and where of third molar extractions and associated complications”

2. General Medicine Review — High Yield Medicine Update for the General Practitioner” Topics include the “new” anticoagulants, current guidelines for antibiotic prophylaxis, immunomodulator medications and naturopathic medications and many more!

Dr. Peter StefanutoPeter obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from The University of Western Ontario, having received the London District Dental Association award for the highest overall proficiency in clinical years during his dental training. Upon graduation, he went on to complete a one year General Practice Residency (GPR) within the teaching hospitals of the University of Western Ontario Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry and London Health Sciences Centre.

After three years of practicing in St. Thomas, Peter was then accepted into the 6-year Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery programme at Dalhousie University and trained under the tutelage of internationally renowned surgeons. In that time he also completed his MD (Medical Doctor) degree and MSc (Masters in Science). He has published in the peer-reviewed journal “Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology and Oral Radiology” and presented his original research at the 2013 American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery meeting. His special professional interests include orthognathic surgery, craniomaxillofacial trauma (with advanced training in orbital reconstruction), temporomandibular joint surgery, dental implant surgery and facial reconstructive surgery.

Speakers

Bill Budgell, FCPA, FCA is a tax partner based in the St. John’s office of Grant Thornton, a national audit, tax and advisory firm. For over 30 years, Bill has been advising clients across Newfoundland and Labrador on a wide range of tax matters including corporate reorganizations, owner-manager tax planning, and succession and estate planning. He is active in his community and currently serves on the Board of Directors for Ronald McDonald House Newfoundland and Labrador.

Tax planning 2016 and beyondThursday, June 9TH — 1:00 PM — 4:00 PM 3 CEC points — Category IIDescription of CourseWhen you’re trying to build your practice, the last thing you want is to overpay your taxes. Staying on top of changes to tax rules — federal and provincial — is time consuming and perhaps not your area of expertise. The Grant Thornton tax team of Bill Budgell, Tom Boone and Darryl Paul, will bring you up-to-date on the 2016 changes to income tax and review the impact those changes will have on dental professionals. They’ll explain what planning makes sense now and recap the advantages or disadvantages of various structures. In addition, you’ll learn what to consider when buying or selling a practice, the importance of partnership agreements, and how to optimize remuneration and equity arrangements – all the areas necessary to grow your practice and build a solid foundation for the future. This session is suited to all dentists — from those just starting out through to long established practices.

Dean Swift, B.Sc., B.Ed., FADM Cert. Tox. is a Development BioChemist and Educator with special interests in microbiology, biofilms, biomaterials and toxicology. He has strategically developed and/or clinically nurtured over $700 million worth of medical-dental products to market for more than a dozen companies. At Biolennia, his projects include antimicrobial surface coatings, dairy antiseptics, acne creams and diabetic toothpastes.

Understanding the Bacterial TwitterverseThursday, June 9TH — 1:00 PM — 4:00 PM Saturday, June 11TH — 1:00 PM — 4:00 PM 3 CEC points — Category IDescription of CourseKey factors to ensure your Self-Protection and Preservation

An in-depth look at what clinicians are exposed to on a regular basis and how it may be affecting the health of their bodies. Perspectives include the use of disinfecting chemicals and solutions, incidences of antibiotic resistance, asthma and allergic reactions as a result of chronic exposures, proper interpretation and understanding of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and how this relates to exposure to toxins. You will surely walk away with a practical and useable action plan after this lecture.

Speakers

Dr. Rebecca Woodford was born in Gander and later moved to Mount Pearl, where she graduated from O’Donel High School. Rebecca left the province after high school to pursue her studies and received a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from Dalhousie University. At the convocation she received the PEI Dental Association Prize for greatest proficiency and interest in Hospital Dentistry. She enjoys travelling and humanitarianism and provided dental surgical care in Tanzania, Africa during her dental training. After graduating from dental school, she completed a year as a General Practice Resident within the teaching hospitals of the University of Western Ontario (UWO) and London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC). She then completed the intensive 6 year training program of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Western Ontario (UWO), during which she completed her degree of Medical Doctor (MD) and a Masters in Science (MSc) in Oral Pathology. She has been published in the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. She has presented at various conferences, inclusive, but not exclusive, of the Ontario Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (OSOMS), the Canadian Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (CAOMS), and the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS). She is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Discipline of Surgery in the Faculty of Medicine at Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN).

Pathology Review and Medical Emergencies in the Dental OfficeFriday, June 10TH — 1:00 PM — 4:00 PM 3 CEC points — Category IDescription of Course

1. PATHOLOGY : HOW TO DEVISE A DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS OF A RADIOGRAPHIC RADIOLUCENCY

Radiographic examinations often demonstrate radiolucent lesions, which may or may not be associated with teeth. Radiolucent lesions are regularly seen on radiographs examined by dental professionals. Although a definitive diagnosis most often requires a biopsy and histopathological review and diagnosis, learn how to easily devise a differential diagnosis for a radiolucent lesion on a radiograph. Also, briefly learn the treatment protocol for the various diagnoses of radiolucent lesions.

2. MEDICAL EMERGENCIES IN THE DENTAL OFFICE

Are you prepared for a medical emergency should it arise in your dental office? Do you know what action to take if a patient suffers a myocardial infarction, an asthma attack, or has an allergic reaction in your office? Are you and your team prepared to take action and provide proper emergent care? Do you have all of the necessary emergency drugs in your office emergency kit? Learn how to prevent and be prepared for the common, but devastating, medical emergencies that can occur in your office. Learn how to recognize/diagnose a medical emergency quickly and how to take action to treat it appropriately.

Heart and Stroke Foundation’s BLS for Healthcare ProviderFriday, June 10th — 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM Friday, June 10th — 1:00 PM — 4:00 PM Saturday, June 11th — 1:00 PM — 4:00 PM 3 CEC points — Category IB

Description of CourseThe Heart and Stroke Foundation’s BLS for Healthcare Provider (C) course teaches the skills of 1- and 2-rescuer adult, child and infant cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), choking, automated external defibrillator (AED) training and the use of bag valve mask (BVM). The course is designed for healthcare providers who need a credentialed course and is also open to first responders who have a duty to respond to a cardiac emergency because of job responsibilities or regulatory requirements.

Speakers

Eating Disorders — How to Recognize and Seek HelpFriday, June 10th — 1:00 PM — 4:00 PM 3 CEC points — Category I

Description of Course• Eating Disorder Foundation of Newfoundland & Labrador Overview

• Eating Disorder Statistics

• Identification of Eating Disorders — Specific Information for Dentists

• Intervention — How to Approach Someone if an Eating Disorder is Suspected

• Provincial Services Available

Paul Thomey is Executive Director of the Eating Disorder Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador. He is responsible for the day-to-day operation of a not-for-profit charity dedicated to supporting individuals dealing with eating disorders and their families as well as advocating for services to deal with this deadly illness. He reports to a twelve person volunteer Board of Directors and the Foundation has a staff of four. The Eating Disorder Foundation is celebrating ten years in existence in 2016.

Paul spent twenty-two years with Newfoundland Telephone in sales and marketing. He is a past president of the St. John’s Board of Trade and served on the Board for 7 years. He has also worked in the newspaper industry and other not-for-profit organizations during his career.

Paul is currently on the Board of Directors of the Jack Byrne Arena and in his fourth year as treasurer of the Board. Paul is also a member of the Minister’s Advisory Council on Mental Health and Addictions.

Dr. Trang Nguyen is currently the head of Pediatric Dentistry at the Janeway Child and Rehabilitation Centre. She obtained her degree in Dentistry from the University of Alberta, spent two years training at The Hospital for Sick Children and completed her Masters of Science in Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Toronto. Her current research focuses include clinical care and special needs dentistry.

First Visit, First Tooth – How Dentists Can Reduce Early Childhood Tooth DecayDental Care for Children: An OverviewSaturday, June 11TH — 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM 3 CEC points — Category I

Description of CourseDental surgery is the number one pediatric surgery in Canada and caries rates are greater than 50 percent in Canadian children. Visiting the dentist within the first 12 months or within 6 months of the first tooth erupting is the best practice to help reduce the incidence of early childhood caries. This session will review techniques used to examine and treat infants and young children, anticipatory guidance for parents, infant oral care and common clinical scenarios routinely encountered in young children.

This session will review clinical scenarios routinely encountered in dental practices including situations related to restorative, pulp therapy, ectopic eruption, oral habits, developmental anomalies and oral pathology. Clinical photographs and radiographs will be used to demonstrate clinical scenarios with discussion on diagnosis and management.

Speakers

Dr. Frank J. Milnar DDS, AAACD is a Smile Designer. He is a master technician with a strong foundation in general, preventative and restorative care. He is also an artisan, a dentist skilled in the applied art of smile design and enhancement. He understands that it is a blend of smile beauty and smile health that creates a winning smile.

That’s why Dr. Milnar is recognized for his advancement of the field of cosmetic dentistry as a dentist and as an educator and publisher. He is committed to understanding and teaching the latest techniques in restorative and cosmetic care. His fine sense of esthetics and technical expertise are well regarded internationally and he lectures abroad and publishes work on the latest techniques in cosmetic care.

Dr. Frank J. Milnar is one of the 360 American dentists fully accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AAACD). He is co-founder of the Minnesota Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and teaches dentistry to the U.S. Armed Forces. He was also voted one of the “Twin Cities Top Dentists” for four years by Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine.

Review Dr. Milnar’s professional and artistic background and see why he is considered one of the finest esthetic based restorative dentists in the nation.

Incorporating Minimally Invasive Concepts to Prevent Sensitivity and Insure Predictable Restorative ResultsSaturday, June 11th — 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM 3 CEC points — Category I

Description of CourseIn today’s world, there is an ever-intensifying focus on physical appearance. This trend has made inroads to the way individuals view their smiles bringing along immense pressure on dental professionals. This trend provides enormous opportunity for the clinician who can grasp and implement “minimally invasive” methodologies and procedures.

This seminar is designed to provide you with information and tips that will help you quickly select products and develop the techniques required to prevent sensitivity. Instituting adhesive protocols that address the clinical challenges will serve to enhance oral health and preserve tooth structure.

Course Objectives• Discuss the properties of composite resins that affect their longevity • Learn the benefits of Immediate Dentin Sealing to prevent sensitivity• Explain the chemistry at work that create adhesion with Total etch/

Self etch and Self Adhesion technologies

Managing Dental Disease and Preserving Tooth Structure in All Ages of Our PopulationSaturday, June 11th — 1:00 PM — 4:00 PM 3 CEC points — Category I

Description of CourseThe practice of dentistry is being significantly impacted by the growing older adult population within the United States. Oral health professionals will increasingly need to more effectively assess and diagnose oral problems, as well as skillfully provide a diverse and frequently complex range of preventive and restorative services to geriatric patients. Understanding the important aspects of the actual delivery of dental services and maintenance of care of geriatric patients is essential to preparing future dentists to meet the oral health challenges facing our “graying” population.

Normal Aging of the Oral Complex focuses on normal aging patterns of the oral complex, the results of these changes, and the ability to distinguish between normal aging and pathology. Along with an increase in the population of older adults, there has been an increase in those seeking to preserve and maintain their oral and dental health. A number of predictable changes in the oral complex must be understood when providing the older adult with comprehensive dental care. The oral health care professional of today and tomorrow will treat an ever-increasing number of older adult patients who differ from older cohorts of the past. The new elderly have more of their own teeth, visit the dentist more often, and demand more sophisticated care.

This seminar will address the diagnostic tests and give you tools to manage your patients through the aging process. This will help them preserve their tooth structure and maintain optimum oral health.

Learning objectives:• Recognize early factors in the disease process• Understand the role of saliva pH• Learn how to choose the appropriate dental products and materials to

preserve tooth structure• Understand how on glass ionomer fits into your dental practice• Learn what “Minimally Invasive” is and how to market your practice

Speakers

Jo-Anne Jones is the president of an educational and clinical training company dedicated to excellence in quality education and team training. Jo-Anne has been selected as one of the DPR’s Top 25 Women in Dentistry and joins the 2016 Dentistry Today CE Leaders for the 6th consecutive year. Jo-Anne continues to write for professional publications such as Dentistry Today, Dental Hygiene Today, RDH-Media, Dental Economics, Dental Products Report, Oral Health, Oral Hygiene, Preventive Dentistry Canada and Dental Practice Management in North America as well as the UK and Australia.

Jo-Anne is a Key Opinion Leader for a number of corporations within the dental community including Philips Oral Healthcare, LED Imaging Inc., Orascoptic, Dentsply, Oral Science, 3M ESPE and a corporate partner with rdhu, home of the “The Dental Practice Breakthrough Blueprint!”

The Silent Killer: Understanding and Addressing the Inflammatory PathwaySaturday, June 11th — 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM 3 CEC points — Category IDescription of CourseAre we still treating periodontal disease as an infection when leading authorities have redefined periodontitis as an inflammatory disease? The American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) redefined periodontal disease from an infectious disease to an inflammatory disease in 2008. We are missing a critical piece that is the foundation and benchmark of innovative healthcare delivery if we only treat the bacterial component of the disease. This is supported by the 2015 JADA Guidelines for the treatment of chronic periodontal disease. Today the AAP refers to periodontitis as an inflammatory disease with far reaching destructive effects on systemic health. Long running, ongoing chronic disease such as periodontal disease tips the body’s balance towards chronic inflammation.

Inflammation often being referred to as the ‘silent killer’ is one of the hottest topics of research. The latest research surrounding the oral systemic link is both startling and compelling. Current research points to an association between oral health and some of today’s most prevalent and deadly diseases namely cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, respiratory illness, and autoimmune disorders.

What if we now could slow down the destruction caused by chronic inflammation and impact not only oral health but systemic health? If we continue to choose to ignore we are at a standstill in our treatment progress resulting in further destruction and unpredictable outcomes. Sound familiar?

Science and research by leading authorities presents a call to action for dental professionals to challenge our thinking. We have the ability to change lives through the power of our message and the science of our treatment. It’s time to put our words into action and recognize our role in reducing inflammation and sustaining overall health for our dental patients.

The Team Approach to a Successful Energized Dental PracticeSaturday, June 11th — 1:00 PM — 4:00 PM 3 CEC points — Category II BDescription of CourseIn our changing economy, here’s what’s certain; a smart, experienced team, a focus on quality care and excellence and an ability to powerfully communicate.

A well-orchestrated dental practice built upon strong systems and excellent team communication recognizing that the dental hygiene department is a huge contributor to overall practice success. Do your patients truly value their dental hygiene appointments or do they view as ‘just a cleaning’. Do you seem to be attracting new patients however not seeing the results in growth of the practice? Have you ever heard “I only want what my insurance covers”? Unfortunately, all too often. The general public often view the dental hygiene appointment as a “feel good”, non-essential health service rather than a critical contributor of overall wellness.

Discover how to create value both in communication and services that will raise the bar and attain loyalty from your patients. Learn how to optimize the opportunities and minimize the last minute cancellations and other challenges that are undermining the success of your practice.

Social Program

The Annual Golf TournamentBrought to you by Dental Supplies and Dental CraftsThursday, June 9th shotgun starts TBA

Reception Honouring Retired Members and New MembersBrought to you by ScotiabankThursday, June 9th – 6:00 pm

Pub CrawlBrought to you by Grant ThorntonThursday, June 9th All Day Registration Booth at Hotel GanderGathering 7:00 PM, Leaving for first club at 7:30 PM

NLDA President’s DinnerFriday, June 10th Cocktails 6:30 pm, Dinner 7:30 pm Curling Club

Fun NightSaturday, June 11th Doors Open at 6:30 PM, Meal Service 7:00 PM, Dance Only 10:00 PM

NL Dental Hygienists Recognition DinnerFriday, June 10th Cocktails 7:00 PM, Dinner 7:30 PM Hotel Gander

NLDAA SocialFriday, June 10th Cocktails 7:00 PM, Hors d’oeuvres 7:30 PM Hotel Gander

Dental Crafts Ltd and Dental Supplies Limited are inviting all people associated with the Convention to a round of golf at the Gander Golf Club. Our hosts will provide beverages, snacks and prizes. Please RSVP to Larry @ 753-6552 or Blair @ 747-6125. As in past years, this is a no stress enjoyable tournament.

Cost per person TBA

As this will be the opening event of the Convention. Join us and meet old friends and make new friends. Retired members and new members will be the guests of honour. Hors d’oeuvres with a cash bar.

Follow or lead a group through 5 clubs in Gander. To mark the team, a complementary neckerchief will be provided by Grant Thornton. Pub Crawl ends at 11:00 pm.

Cost per person $40.00 plus HST

Enjoy the formal part of the Convention. Your choice of meal is outlined on the registration form. A special diet can be arranged. For NLDA members the cost of this function is included in their annual fees. Cost per Non-NLDA member $80.00 plus HST

Enjoy a Hawaiian themed-night and a casino where you will get a chance to win some prizes followed by the Exploits Valley Jazz Band to end our convention. Cost per person: $80.00 plus HST

The evening will consist of a social hour, followed by a delicious buffet-style meal and inspiring guest speakers. With this night being dedicated to all NLDHA members, it is an opportunity to engage yourself in peer communication, socialization, marketing, education or just a night out with like-minded individuals that share similar passions. As members of the NLDHA, you are encouraged to attend this dinner as a thank you to those members that have in the past or are currently volunteering their time to help your profession advance and help you grow as a professional. The NLDHA would like to thank its volunteer members for their generosity, and we hope to see you this June in Gander for the fourth annual dinner.Cost TBA

The NLDAA would like to invite all our members to a social to catch up with everyone we haven’t seen since last year. So, let’s get together and make a few more memories. Hope to see all our members making their way out to Gander and this event this year.Cost $20

Convention ScheduleTime Thursday, June 9th

8:00 am Exhibit Hall Opens9:00 am HPV and Oropharyngeal Cancer

Dr. Catherine Popadiuk, MD, FRCSOuch...That Hurts When I

Dr. William PavaletzTrials and Tribulations of 3rd Molar Extractions and General Medicine Review

Dr. Peter Stefanuto12:00 Noon Lunch In Exhibit Hall

1:00 pm Clinical Success in Implant Dentistry

Dr. Tony Crivello, DMD, MS FRCD(C)

Understanding the Bacterial TwitterverseDean Swift

Did you have your FIBER today?Dr. William Pavaletz

Tax planning 2016 and beyondBill Budgell, FCPA, FCA

6:00 pm Reception Honouring Retired Members and New MembersSponsored by Scotiabank

7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Pub CrawlSponsored by Grant Thornton

Time Friday, June 10th

8:00 am Exhibit Hall Opens9:00 am NLDA Annual General Meeting NLDHA Annual General Meeting

9:30 am - 12:00 pmNLDAA Annual General Meeting

10:30 am - 12:00 pmHeart and Stroke Foundation’s

BLS for Healthcare Provider (CPR)

12:00 Noon Lunch In Exhibit Hall1:00 pm Pathology Review and Medical

Emergencies in the Dental OfficeDr. Rebecca Woodford, DDS, MD,

MSc, FRCDC

Periodontics TodayDr. Tony Crivello, DMD, MS FRCD(C)

Eating Disorders — How to Recognize and Seek Help

Paul Thomey

Heart and Stroke Foundation’s BLS for Healthcare Provider

(CPR)

6:30 pm - 11:00 pm

NLDA President’s Dinner — 6:30 pm Cocktails, 7:30 DinnerNL Dental Hygienists Recognition Dinner — 7:00 pm Cocktails, 7:30 pm Dinner

NLDAA Social — 7:00 pm

Time Saturday, June 11th

8:00 am Exhibit Hall Opens9:00 am Incorporating Minimally Invasive

Concepts to Prevent Sensitivity and Insure Predictable

Restorative ResultsDr. Frank J.Milnar DDS, AAACD

First visit, first tooth — How dentists can reduce early

childhood tooth decayDr. Trang Nguyen

The Silent Killer: Understanding and Addressing the Inflammatory

PathwayJo-Anne Jones, RDH

12:00 Noon Lunch In Exhibit Hall1:00 pm Managing dental disease and

preserving tooth structure in all ages of our population

Dr. Frank J.Milnar DDS, AAACD

The Team Approach to a Successful Energized

Dental PracticeJo-Anne Jones, RDH

Understanding the Bacterial TwitterverseDean Swift

Heart and Stroke Foundation’s BLS for Healthcare Provider

(CPR)

7:00 pm Fun NightDance starts at 10:00 pm

Exhibitors

Belmont

NLDB

Henry Schein

Retain-It Lab

Procter and Gamble

Zimmer Biomet

Island Dental

Premier Dental Products

TD Bank

Dentsply Implants

Brasseler Canada

Orascoptic

Align Technology

ScotiaBank

Orthodent

Nobel Biocare

Sinclair Dental

EasyMarkit

CDA

Sunstar Americas Inc.

Aurum Group

Pro-Art Dental Laboratories

Septodont

3M ESPE

VOCO

Dental Supplies Ltd.

Ivoclar Vivadent

CDSPI

Dentsply Canada

Micrylium

Dental Crafts

A-dec

Straumann

CIDF

Element Financial

Patterson Dental

CDSPInow company/CDSPI @CDSPI

CDSPI provides the Canadian Dentists’ Insurance Program and the Canadian Dentists’ Investment Program as member benefits of the CDA and participating provincial and territorial dental associations. Financial planning and advisory services are provided by CDSPI Advisory Services Inc.

CDSPIYour Partner in DentistryCDSPI provides insurance, investment and financial planning solutions exclusively to the Canadian dental community.

With dental associations as our members, and dentists on our Board, CDSPI is a proud supporter of initiatives that are important to the dental profession, including students, new dentists, established practitioners, retirees, and the communities they serve.

For solutions to help you build your practice, take care of your family and grow your wealth, contact us — your partner in dentistry.

Call CDSPI at1-800-561-9401

or visitwww.cdspi.com