WESTERN SOCIETY OF PERIODONTOLOGY

JOINING TOGETHER IN SCOTTSDALE, AZSEPTEMBER 4-6, 2020

The 2 Dental TeamEvents of the Year! 68th Annual

Scientific Session 20202020 Vision for Interdisciplinary

and Collaborative Dental Care&

Western RegionDental Hygiene Symposium

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2 GREAT EVENTS INTO ONE SCIENTIFIC SESSIONWelcome to The Western Society of Periodontology

68th Annual Scientific Session September 4-6, 2020Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch • • Scottsdale, AZ

“2020 Vision for Interdisciplinary and Collaborative Dental Care”

Dear Colleagues,

Come and Join us for the 68th Annual Meeting of the Western Society of Periodontology (WSP). The 2020 Western Society of Periodontology Annual Meeting promises an interdisciplinary and collaborative vision in providing dental and oral health care.

WSP is a unique organization that strives to bring restorative dentists, hygienists and periodontists together for education and collaboration like no other orga-nization.

For our 68th annual meeting, we are privileged with distinguished speakers who will present cutting edge information in contemporary periodontology, implant dentistry, dental anesthesiology and pain management, oral medicine, pathology, orthodontics and restorative dentistry at the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Our restorative colleagues will find applicable information about periodontal therapy and interdisciplinary treatment of mutual patients with periodontal colleagues as well as other specialties. Our periodontal colleagues will find contemporary information about new technology, materials and techniques in periodontal therapy that can be applied to their practices to provide optimum patient care in collaboration with restorative colleagues and other specialties. Our hygiene track will be in session throughout the three days of the meeting. This track will be cognizant of what the modern dental hygiene practice needs with information on management of periodontal inflammation, peri-implant diseases, periodontal-systemic connection and more, presented by vibrant speakers who aim to inform and inspire our attendees.

The WSP Annual Session is unique in promoting a collegial atmosphere amongst restorative dentists, dental hygienists, periodontists, other dental specialties and dental auxiliary colleagues.

We are looking forward to share this event with you. See you September 4-6 at the WSP 68th Annual Meeting in Scottsdale, AZ.

Sincerely,Laurence Ambrose, DMD MS2020 Program Chair

Welcome to The Western Region Dental Hygiene SymposiumSeptember 4-6, 2020 •• Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch • • Scottsdale, AZ

The Western Society of Periodontology (WSP) has a longstanding reputation as an organization dedicated to supporting the education and advancement of all dental team members—periodontists, restorative dentists, and dental hygienists. With the ultimate goal of improving patient outcomes, the WSP has been the fastest growing Periodontal organization in America. In the last four years, throughout the West Coast, the WSP has sold out some of the most highly regarded dental hygiene meetings in the country. Record numbers of periodontists, general dentists and dental hygienists have attended due to the quality of these team focused, clinically relevant programs. On the heels of this success, the WSP is joining with the Nevada Dental Hygienists’ Association to launch the First Annual Western Region Dental Hygiene Symposium in Scottsdale, AZ, September 4-6, 2020. I am honored to serve as Chair of the Advisory Committee for this new symposium along with many well known dental hygienists, such as Kathleen Hodges, RDH, MS; Susan Wingrove, RDH; and Tricia Osuna, RDH, BSDH, FAADH, among others. Our aim is to provide high-quality, evidence-based courses with an emphasis on practical implementation—an approach proven very popular among all clinicians, not just dental hygienists. The event will include both periodontist speakers, including Satish S. Kumar, DMD, MDSc, MS and Larry Ambrose, DDS and general dentists like William Paveletz and Arash Hakhamian as well as dental hygienist speakers, such as myself, Jodi Deming, RDH, MS; Michelle Strange, RDH, BHS, MSDH, MS; Osuna; and Ms. Win-grove, to name just a few. Along with these lectures, we are excited to offer an abundance of hands-on workshops. We are all united in our mission to improve the periodontal health of patients across the United States. Offering this type of engaging and rigorous education can make the difference in the quality of care provided by oral health professionals. As such, we’d love to partner with you to make the Annual Western Region Dental Hygiene Symposium a success. We invite you to attend this inaugural event and help make history in the dental profession.I look forward to seeing you in Scottsdale.

Warm Regards, Anna M. PattisonEvent Chair, 2020 WSP Hygiene Symposium

REGISTER TODAY AT WWW.WSPERIO.ORG

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WSP 68th ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC SESSION COURSE DESCRIPTIONSContemporary Approaches in Bone Grafting in Implant DentistryAMIR AALAM & ALINA KRIVITSKYCourse Description:Once a tooth is extracted, the natural wound-healing cascade paired with irreversible alteration. Grafting techniques (hard and soft tissue) and prosthetic manipulations are required to attempt reestablishing the proper hard and soft tissue loses and proper emergence profile of the implants restorations. Multiples grafting materials and surgical techniques (hard and soft tissue) compound-ed with biological modifiers are currently used to reduce and repair the amount of ridge deformation.Learning Objectives:

After this course the participants should be able to:• Discuss the decision tree making of bone graft selection• Understand the mechanism of bone graft incorporation • Show the utilization of Titanium mesh, membranes, tenting screws and Biological modifier ( Platelets Rich Fibrin and Sticky Bone) to enhance the clinical outcome = of bone grafting• Techniques and case presentations

Successful Business Structures:The Keys to Protecting Your WealthNICK FORTUNECourse Description: Learn how to protect your business and personal assets from litiga-tion during this in-depth discussion on proper entity structuring,

tax reduction and Medical License Protection. More and more lawsuits are exceeding the limits and caps of most insurance policies; it is more important than ever to use the proper legal structure to protect your Practice. Your Medical License is the most important asset you own, learn how to protect it forever. Invest in anything Tax-Free using The Investment Grade Insurance Contract, and ultimately gain the freedom to run your Practice without worrying about protecting your hard-earned income from legal predators at this session.Learning Objectives:At the end of this course the attendee will have learned:• How the financially independent like Warren Buffett set themselves apart using Tax Strategies.• The proper legal structure for your business to maximize income tax reduction, The LLLP• The importance of Using The investment Grade Insurance Contract to Invest in anything Tax-Free

Saving TeethSCOTT H. FROUM, DDS, PCCourse Description: One of the principal goals of dentistry should be the preservation of the natural dentition. The opportunity to save teeth with ad-vanced periodontal disease has become possible with advances in regenerative tissue engineering. With new potential to restore both

hard and soft tissue around teeth lost because of periodontal disease, a shift in prognosis has occurred. What was formerly considered a hopeless tooth may now be saved because of technical and biological advances. With the emerging knowledge regarding complications associated with dental implants, keeping teeth has become more important. This program will look at how a patient driven philosophy in dentistry is shifting back to one of saving teeth versus placing implants.Learning Objectives:• Promote the benefits to rebuilding teeth with periodontal defects using hard tissue grafts and growth factors versus extraction and replacement with dental implants.• Learn what biologic, hard, and soft tissue material can be used in regenerative periodontics around tooth defects• Discuss the financial benefits of saving teeth vs placing implants

SPECIAL BONUS LECTURE: Periodontal Disease as a Contributing Factor toCovid-19 SeveritySCOTT H. FROUM, DDS, PCCoronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), leads to a life-threatening pneumonia and acute respiratory distress syndrome. This virus has been found to cause a hyperinflammatory state with the release of immune modulators and mediators. This has been described as a “cytokine storm” that has been found to cause cardiomyopathy, disseminated blood clots, stroke via large vessel occlusion, neurologic problems, thrombosis, and multiorgan failure, including heart, kidney, and brain. COVID-19 illness can range from mild to severe with an increase in the severity of COVID-19 symptoms associated with patients who have preex-isting inflammatory conditions. Periodontal disease is an inflammatory disease in which microbial etiologic factors induce a series of host responses that mediate inflammatory events, leading to tissue destruction in susceptible individuals. The purpose of this lecture is to highlight common inflammatory mediators between periodontal disease and COVID-19, and further suggest that periodontal disease may be a contributing factor and/or exacerbate COVID-19 severity.

Emergence of the SurvivingImmunocompromised Population andTheir Periodontal Management ALON FRYDMAN, DDS, QME CVCourse Description: Currently birth rates for patients with immuno-compromised

conditions is on the rise due to changes in society and healthcare. More of these patients are presenting for periodontal management and retention of their dentition as a result of increased life expectancy. There is a growing need for both simple and complex management of these populations in the periodontal field. Learning Objectives: • Recognize at risk populations• Understand what makes these populations at risk• Create intervention protocols to screen these populations

Osseodensification: Optimize theSite-Optimize the Outcome SALAH HUWAIS, DDSCourse Description:Osseodensification, an evidence-based approach to osteotomy preparation that enhances implant stability and bone density with-

out compromising healing. This lecture will present the biomechanical, histological healing timeline, and clinical data of Osseodensification. It will discuss bone plasticity and its clinical effect and will also cover the clinical versatility of this novel technique including Sub-Crestal Sinus Auto Grafting, Ridge Expansion, Immediate Implant Placement with Osseodensifica-tion, and Guided Expansion Graft. Several clinical protocols will be outlined.Learning Objectives: • Understand The scientific principal of Osseodensification.• Understand bone plasticity biomechanics and its clinical advantages.• Discuss Osseodensification effect on total implant stability, healing, and what it means biomechanically and histologically (BIC, Bone volume)• Learn how bone can be enhanced with adequate instrumentation.• Learn sub-crestal sinus lift protocols.• Learn how Osseodensification can change the minimum amount of bone needed to predictably place an implant utilizing the Plus1 protocol.• Learn how to optimize their implant practice and create more with less.

Graft-less Solutions Myths and RealitiesSAJ JIVRAJ, DDSCourse Description:The purpose of this presentation is to discuss concepts in full arch Implant rehabilitation using graft less protocols.Learning Objectives:

• The participant will understand the diagnostic concepts involved in Full arch rehabilitations• The participant will understand the rationale for material selection and prostheti design• The participant will be introduced to minimally invasive protocols for graftless soltuons

Diagnosis and Management ofGingival Diseases and ConditionsSATISH S. KUMAR, DMD, MDSC, MSCourse Description:Diagnosis and Management of Gingival Diseases and Conditions is a continuing education presentation designed to provide an

overview of common gingival diseases and conditions other than the co mon plaque-induced gingivitis. The causes of these diseases can range from genetics, medications, infection, immune-mediated, reactive, traumatic, endocrine to ne plastic in nature. Examples include herpetic lesions, plasma cell gingivitis, pemphigoid, orofacial granulomatosis, pyogenic gran-uloma, leukoplakia, leukemia, vitamin deficiencies, drug induced overgrowth, among others. Diagnostic work-up including medical history, clinical examination, laboratory tests, histopa-thology, and diagnostic imaging for appropriate diagnosis will be presented. Evidence-based management m dalities to treat and manage these conditions will be discussed. Periodontal management considerations including non-surgical and surgical therapies (grafting, im-plants) in patients with gingival diseases such as lichen planus will also be discussed. Learning Objectives:• Identify clinical characteristics of gingival diseases and conditions• Develop differential diagnoses for gingival disease other than plaque-induced gingivitis• Choose appropriate management modalities for specific gingival diseases

New Patient Growth thru Digital Marketing IAN McNICKLE, MBACourse Description: In this seminar we will explore the most important aspects of on-line marketing for dentists including website optimization, social media, online reviews / reputation management, SEO for Google

rankings, PPC for new patient leads, and videos. Case studies will be used throughout the program to illustrate best practices. We will review how to track and measure results as well as how to determine Return on Investment.Learning Objectives:• Discuss recommended marketing services and budget for best results• How to properly optimize a website to convert new patient leads• SEO best practices to rank high on Google• Review typical ROI (Return on Investment) for new patient generation

LECTURE: New Trends in PRF TherapyRICHARD J. MIRON, DDS, BMSC, MSC, PHD, DMDCourse Description: The use of platelet concentrates has had a long-history of use in various fields of medicine as an autologous source of growth

factors fabricated utilizing centrifugation of blood under various conditions. Over the past 10 years, platelet rich fibrin (PRF) has seen a steady increase in utilization for a variety of medical procedures due to its lack of anti-coagulation factors favoring fibrin clot formation and faster wound healing. This talk aims to highlight the recent advancements made with respect to the newest formulations of platelet concentrates including recent developments in horizontal centrifugation. Thereafter, the Bio-Heat technology will be presented with an ability to extend the working properties of PRF from 2-3 weeks to 4-6 months. Lastly, new clinical applications and uses of PRF will be presented in periodontology and facial esthetics.Learning Objectives:• Optimization of protocols for any centrifugation device• Update on Bio-Heat technology and the ability to extend the working properties of PRF from 2-3 weeks to 4-6 months• Launch of the Bio-Cool technology• New uses of PRF in Periodontology and Facial Esthetics

An Update On Ceramics in Implant DentistryALIREZA MOSHAVERINIA,DDS, MS, PHD, FACP Course Description:Dental implants have gained widespread acceptance in clinical practice. Advancements in material science have lead to the

development of an array of different ceramic material. Technological advancements have led to several techniques for fabricating restorations with these biomaterials. Ceramics are used for abutments, as well as restoration. Clinicians can often be overwhelmed by plethora the various restorative material options and methods required, making material selection very complicated. This presentation attempts to answer important questions with regards to the clinician’s decision to use ceramic material for implant resto-rations and to simplify the confusion in material selection. Different types of dental ceramics in the market will be introduced and their properties will be compared and discussed. Also, a systematic solution and a decision-making guide will be provided, which help the clinicians to choose the best material in each clinical case. Learning Objectives: • Review of different ceramic materials • Discuss their properties and applications • Selection process for appropriate material for common restorative situations

How The Periodontal Status of A PatientAffects Overall Patient CareFLAVIA PIRIH, DDSCourse Description:This lecture will provide a better understanding of how the periodon-tal status of a patient can affect overall patient care and vice versa.

Learning Objectives: • Review periodontal health and disease• Identify systemic conditions that are associated with periodontal conditions• Understand how the periodontal status of a patient can affect overall patient care.

Oral Pathology Case Study: Review of Diagnosis and TreatmentALI POURIAN, DDSCourse Description: The course will present a variety of interesting case studies in oral and maxillofacial pathology focusing on entities most likely to be

encountered in general practice. Emphasis will be placed on presentation and treatment of the various conditions. The course will be in a clinico-pathology conference format, making the experience interactive by utilizing an Audience Response System. This session will allow participants to respond using their computer, tablet, smartphone or any phone with texting capability. Participation is not required to attend.Learning Objectives:• Review of common oral pathology presentations• Discuss various treatment modalities of common oral pathology lesions• Review of oral cancer and treatments

PharmaDMD+MEP - Pharmaceuticals and Emergencies in the Dental OfficeJOHN ROBERSON, DMD, FACSCourse Description: Medical Emergencies happen in dental offices. They are not rare. Dentists and their staff must be ready, there can be no exception.

The first 10 minutes are critical in a life-threatening emergency. This is an energetic, interac-tive lecture devoted to having dentists and their team ready on Monday. Every dentist and their team need to experience The L.I.F.E. Program.Learning Objectives:• What to do in the first 10 minutes of a medical emergency• Recognize adverse reactions to drugs and implement appropriate interventions for those causing a medical emergency• Understand and know the CORE 8 DRUGS (Critical Office Resuscitative Emergency Drugs) your office needs for medical emergencies:• Recognize and discuss management of the DOME 16 (Dental Office Medical Emergencies):• Legal Ramifications of adverse events in dental offices• Case Presentations involving various medical emergencies that occurred in dental offices• Describe all contents within the emergency drug kit and know their uses• Medical emergency algorithms

Getting Better Case AcceptanceTODD GOLDMANCourse Description:Sales are easily won and lost based on the conversations you and your sellers have with your patients. The common thoughtprocess is that sellers make mistakes along the way – but that is too easy to

diagnose. More often mistakes are made before the sales process really starts. How much do you know about your patients? How much time do you actually spend getting to understand what your patient really wants? And are you leaving the most crucial aspect, THE CLOSE, to people who have never even been trained to sell…or who may not even like to sell. Patients aren’t like they were 20, 30 or even 10 years ago. They are wiser and more educated. The days of blind treatment acceptance from an expert in a white lab coat are long gone. So even after putting in place a great marketing campaign, a gorgeous and informative website, do you still find that you may not be converting as many treatment plans as you hoped?Learning Objectives:• Learn the steps, strategies and tactics that are the foundation of successful selling• Learn the key selling skills your dental team needs to get more patient compliance and treatment acceptance

WSP 68th ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC SESSION COURSE DESCRIPTIONSLECTURE: Periodontal & Peri-Implant Plastic Therapy: Biologic, Surgical and Prosthetic ImplicationsHOMA H. ZADEH, DDS, PHDCourse Descripiton:

Mounting evidence has demonstrated that periodontal and peri-implant plastic surgery not only can be used for esthetic enhancement, but can contribute to improved long-term out-comes. A variety of bone and soft tissue reconstructive procedures fall under the umbrella of periodontal and peri-implant plastic surgery. The most effective outcomes are often achieved, when there is interdisciplinary coordination of various disciplines, namely, surgical, prosthetic, and orthodontic care. This presentation will review the rationale, scientific evidence and protocols for interdisciplinary care, involving periodontal and peri-implant plastic surgery. Learning Objectives:Upon completion of this presentation, participants will have gained knowledge with:• Risk assessment to identify patients and sites at risk, requiring treatment• The rationale and interdisciplinary protocol for regenerative and reconstructive periodontal and peri-implant plastic surgery• Material selection for periodontal and peri-implant plastic surgery.

Saving Teeth Through EndodonticTherapy – What are the Outcomesand What is the Evidence?STEFAN ZWEIG, DDS, FACDCourse Descripiton:

The decision as to whether to incorporate an endodontically treated tooth in a periodontal/restorative treatment plan is often difficult. The availability of other successful treatment alternatives (dental implants) further complicates the issue. Yet, the retention of the natural dentition has many benefits for the patient. Endodontic success rates are high given new technologies and treatment modalities but is undeniably tied to restorative and periodontal factors. This lecture will focus on the evidence that endodontic therapy (initial therapy, re-treatment, and surgical procedures) is still a viable and successful alternative in saving teeth which can be strategically used in restorative treatment plan. The prognosis for endodontical-ly treated teeth will be considered.Learning Objectives:• Learn the success rates of the various endodontic modalities.• Learn the application and viability of applying these modalities clinically.• Learn guidelines as to when and when not to rely on endodontically treated teeth based on their strategic value in the treatment plan and their prognosis.

LECTURE: Lasers - Approaching aNew Standard of Care in ManagingPeriodontitis and Peri implant disease.SAMUEL B. LOW, DDS, MS, M.ED Course Description:

A recent landmark study demonstrates validity in managing periodontitis with all-tissue-la-sers including clinical success with positive patient related outcomes and a concomitant decrease in recession. Similar data shows how Erbium laser wavelengths have been incorpo-rated into procedures for treating peri implant disease with no adverse thermal events as to the integrity of implant surfaces. Dentistry is evolving into a minimally invasive culture with attention to positive patient perceptions and comfort. Learning Objectives:• Develop an understanding of the Erbium wavelength as related to the effects on target tissue in both the periodontium and implants • Review the rationale for managing periodontitis as related to laser therapy.• Explore the effect of Erbium lasers on various titanium surfaces as part of a detoxification process in managing peri implantitis.• Demonstrate how the integration of a Er, Cr: YSGG laser into a practice of periodontics creates a positive niche for patient acceptance and value-added revenue stream

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HANDS-ON: Reconstructive Periodontal & Peri-implant Therapy with VISTA and FIVEHOMA H. ZADEH, DDS, PHDCourse Descripiton:Periodontal and peri-implant soft tissue deficiencies may be treat-ed through a variety of approaches. Vestibular Incision Subperioste-

al Tunnel Access (VISTA) technique has a number of advantages which makes this technique suitable for periodontal and peri-implant soft tissue regeneration. The FIVE (Fibrin Immobi-lization Vestibular Extension) technique will be introduced for regeneration of peri-implant keratinized mucosa and vestibuloplasty. This presentation will review the risk factors that influence disease progression and predict therapeutic outcomes. The rationale, scientific evi-dence and material selection for various therapeutic approaches will be discussed. Learning Objectives:Upon completion of this course and hands-on workshop, participants will have gained knowledge and practical experience with:• Risk assessment to identify patients and sites at risk, requiring treatment• The rationale and protocol for VISTA to regenerate periodontal and peri-implant tissues• Selection of appropriate material: connective tissue (palate and tuberosity), acellular dermis allograft, collagen matrix xenograft, platelet-fibrin concentrates, growth factors. Hand-on workshop Objectives:Simulated exercises will be conducted to provide practical experience with procedures for soft tissue augmentation around teeth and implants:• VISTA to regenerate periodontal and peri-implant tissues• FIVE technique for regeneration of peri-implant keratinized mucosa and deepening of the vestibule• Material: connective tissue, native and cross-linked collagen matrix xenograft platelet-rich fibrin and acellular dermis allograft.

HANDS-ON: Understanding Platelet RichFibrin: From Biological Background to Clinical IndicationsRICHARD J. MIRON, DDS, BMSC, MSC, PHD, DMD

Course Description: The use of platelet concentrates has had a long-history of use in various fields of medicine as an autologous source of growth factors fabricated utilizing centrifugation of blood un-der various conditions. While platelet rich plasma (PRP) was proposed as a first-generation platelet concentrate over 3 decades ago, over the past 10 years, platelet rich fibrin (PRF) has seen a steady increase in utilization for a variety of medical procedures due to its lack of anti-coagulation factors favoring fibrin clot formation and faster wound healing. More re-cently, the development of a liquid PRF provides a new formulation of liquid PRF without using anti-coagulation factors that may specifically be combined with currently available bone biomaterials favoring particle stability, angiogenesis and tissue integration. This talk aims to highlight the recent advancements made with respect to the newest formulations of platelet concentrates including recent developments in horizontal centrifugation and liquid concentrated-PRF to further speed wound healing and tissue regeneration for various clinical indications faced in routine daily dental practice.Learning Objectives:• Provide the biological background and scientific rationale for why platelet concentrates speed wound healing• Introduce new protocols using horizontal centrifugation• Provide clinical indications when, where and why to use PRF (membranes and liquid) in regenerative dentistry and facial esthetics.

CORPORATE SESSION -Sponsored by Biolase HANDS-ON: Utilize Today’s Dental Lasers inManaging Periodontal/ImplantSAMUEL B. LOW, DDS, MS, M.Ed

Course Description:Give your practice a boost by harnessing laser technology with a positive result that manages effectively day to day periodontal to soft tissue patient conditions. We provide the practi-tioner on how to chose the right laser and apply simple techniques that result in precision, controlled bleeding, accelerated healing, reduced post-operative issues, shorter procedure time, and a more relaxed experience for the patient. Procedures include non-surgical (Laser bacterial reduction and curettage) surgical periodontics, frenectomy, gingivectomy, implant uncovering, implantitis, are presented considering coding and patient acceptance. You ex-perience direct hands on activity with various lasers on a variety of models including the hog jaw.Learning Objectives:• Understand indications for using laser in crown lengthening and pre -orthodontic procedures including esthetics• Consider case reports demonstrating success along with clear contraindications.• Develop techniques for incorporating laser into a dental practice considering patient acceptance, third party coding• Differentiate laser technologies for periodontal indications (surgical and non-surgical)• Develop post-operative evaluation protocols assessing wound healing

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HYGIENE SYMPOSIUM COURSE DESCRIPTIONSPeriodontics - Facts, Fiction and the Future LAURENCE S. AMBROSE, DDS, MSCourse Description:This presentation will provide an entertai ing and informative review of some myths and misconceptions surrounding periodontics and implant dentistry. We will also explore what the future holds for the

profession and how the role of the dental hygienist is evolving in the era of collaborative care.Learning Objectives:• Dispel some common myths about periodontal and peri-implant disease• Separate the facts from the fiction about products and techniques we use every day• Discuss future therapies that dental hygienists can incorporate into their practice

Subgingival Biofilm Control throughAir Polishing and Piezo-ElectricJODI DEMING, RDHCourse Description:Learn how to do what you have thought was impossible. Gain time in

your hygiene appointment without compromising but even improving your quality of care. • Utilization of air polishing and piezoelectric scaling equipment• Application of supra and subgingival air polishing techniques• Characteristics and application for various air polishing powders• Implementation of air polishing therapy into your treatment protocol. Participants will have a sense of assurance and confidence in their approach to subgingival biofilm control being effective, efficient and safe.Learning Objectives: • Understand biofilm and it’s management.• Understanding the new disease model. • Polymicrobial Symbiotic and Dysbiosis- Beyond the red complex.

Peri-Implant Inflammation Controland MaintenanceMARIA GALVAN, MS, DDSCourse Description: Peri-implant mucositis is defined as a reversible inflammatory process

in the soft tissues surrounding a functioning implant. The continuous presence of biofilm on the implants, induces an inflammatory reaction that if not treated correctly can evolve to periimplantitis. The use of non surgical treatment to prevent peri-mucositis and treat it when present is key to prevent the development into peri-implantitis.Learning Objectives:• Peri-Implant Inflammation Diagnosis• Peri-Implant Inflammation Non Surgical Management• Peri-Imlant Inflammation Control And Maintenance

The New Normal: Trends ThatCould Impact PatientsMARIA PERNO GOLDIE, RDH, BA, MS Course Description: In recent decades, we have observed enormous technological ad-

vancements, which is driving healthcare in many ways. Oral healthcare is no exception, from new midlevel providers to new self-care tools. We are also living through a global pandemic. This presentation will discuss how we deal with aerosol generating procedures, the timeline of return to normalcy in oral healthcare, and new methods of safe dental treatment. It will review current protocols in preserving implant health, the evolution of infection control and how it is changing, and the clinical management of xerostomia. New products such as per-sonalized, automated brushing tools will be showcased. In addition, we will mention artificial Intelligence, CRISPR, augmented reality, 3D-printing, and teledentistry.Learning Objectives:• Compare the Classification of Periodontal and Peri-implant Diseases and Conditions updatesB with the previous classification made in 1999; • Recognize what the EFP toolkit comprises and how it is used; • Identify at least three evolving technologies changing the face of dental hygiene and oral health care; • Assess how mitigation will play a key role in enabling recovery of the oral healthcare sector during/after COVID-19• Evaluate how to reduce and mitigate the infection risks of dental aerosol generating procedures;• Summarize new trends in oral healthcare.

Emerging Legislation, Laws, andImplementation of Mobile Dentistryand TeledentistryDR. ARASH HAKHAMIAN, DDS, FIADFE & LINDA BROOKMAN, RDH, MS, A USC D.H.Course Descripiton:The Action for Dental Health Act of 2017 and 2018 lobbied by the ADA and passed into law by congress are just a few of the new laws that have been passed in order to allow increased access to care for millions across the United States. The purpose of this lecture is to discuss and educate dental professionals about these new guidelines

and present guidelines for Mobile clinicians and Teledentists on how to implement them into their practices. Topics that will be discussed in the course are emerging trends, opportunities, and restrictions in the practice of Mobile Dentistry and Teledentistry as it pertains to dentists, hygienists, and HIPAA regulations. Learning Objectives:• Understanding laws, rules and regulations for mobile dentistry and teledentistry• Opportunities for Hygienists and dental clinicians interested in mobile dentistry• Emerging technologies in dentistry and their applications for Hygienists

Achieving Patient Compliance in Home Care HEATHER KELLEY, RDH, MSDHCourse Description: Achieving optimal oral health for our periodontally involved patients is not just the practitioner’s job, but we must also depend on our patient’s oral home care routines and compliance. This course will dis-

cuss strategies for deciding continuing care intervals based on utilizing assessments appropri-ately, considering the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) guidelines of periodontal classification, and understanding the microbiome of the oral cavity. After we have decided how often we will see our patients, how will we achieve patient compliance? Next we will discuss oral hygiene instruction related to how we administer the instruction, how the pa-tient retains the information, and how we document. It makes a difference. Lastly, not every patient is the same, so we must tailor the home care regimen recommendations. Based on research and specific patient needs, we will discuss what types of modalities to recommend. Learning Objectives:• Identify appropriate continuing care intervals • Strategize an effective approach to professional oral hygiene instruction• Deliver individualized home care recommendations based on patient needs

Covid-19 Hand Scaling Essentials ANNA M. PATTISON, RDH, MSCourse Description:The Covid-19 pandemic has profoundly affected dental and dental hygiene practice. To address state and national guidance for aerosol abatement, many practitioners are renewing their focus and reliance

on hand instrumentation for effective patient care. This course emphasizes best practices with essential hand instruments to help practitioners return to work in these times. Learn how proper techniques can help you avoid fatigue and improve effectiveness. Recommendations for ideal cassette and instrument selection, along with reinvigorating your hand instrumen-tation techniques and timely tips for safe clinical practice will be discussed. Learning Objectives: • Recognize best cassette designs for infection prevention and instrument longevity• Identify and select the optimal hand instruments for • Describe best evaluation before hand scaling • Describe best hand instrumentation techniques for easing strain and providing effective scaling• Describe best evaluation after hand scaling • Describe safe use of water and suction

Are Your Patients Too Sensitive?… Addressing Oral Hypersensitivity/PainManagement with Today’s Patients DR. WILLIAM PAVELETZ, DMDCourse Description:

Caries infection has increased in today’s population and continues to be a major dis-ease for children and adults. This course discusses the impact of Nanotechnology 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, fluoride applications and dental tooth creams used to combat patient’s current symptoms and effectively handle pain management. Learning Objectives:• 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 • Attendees will learn about the method of applying Xylitol containing, natural and artificial-based fluoride treatments and Nano filled tooth creams• Understand how to discuss options with your patient to better manage their sensitivity and pain issues that occur when they neglect their oral health

How The Periodontal Status of A PatientAffects Overall Patient CareFLAVIA PIRIH, DDSCourse Description:This lecture will provide a better understanding of how the periodon-

tal status of a patient can affect overall patient care and vice versa.Learning Objectives: • Review periodontal health and disease• Identify systemic conditions that are associated with periodontal conditions• Understand how the periodontal status of a patient can affect overall patient care.

Providing Care in a Marijuana Legal WorldHEATHER M. ROGERS, RDH, BSDHCourse Description: Have you thought about how medical and recreational marijuana use may impact you as a practitioner? This course will discuss your possi-ble liabilities in the treatment of patients using this drug. With states

legalizing marijuana, it will be challenging to address just how to safely provide dentistry to our patients. We’ll discuss how to make common sense decisions on a topic that may prove to be very challenging in the future. We will also discuss the basic history, method of use, myths, and provide a general knowledge of this complex and ever-changing topic.Learning Objectives:• This class will provide some of the history of marijuana.• This course will describe marijuana and how it is used.• The class will define physical implications of medical and recreational marijuana use.• This class will discuss myths and truths of medical and recreational marijuana use.• This class will list the effects of marijuana use on the dentition and oral tissue.• The course will discuss contraindications in providing dentistry to patients using marijuana in a medical or recreational manor. 

Revalations on Implant Maintenance& Peri-Implantitis Revealed SUSAN WINGROVE, RDH, BSCourse Description: As dental professionals, we face new challenges to assess, maintain

and recommend home-care for dental implant patients. This course will revel answers on what technology, instruments, and products that are safe to use on implants and around implant-borne restorations. End the confusion with a comprehensive system for ceramic and titanium implant assessment, instrumentation, monitoring, and home-care recommenda-tions based on Susan’s textbook; Peri-Implant Therapy for the Dental Hygienist: Clinical Guide to Maintenance and Disease Complications.Learning Objectives: • Review the current research on ceramic and titanium implants, what technology, instruments, and home-care products to use, what not to use. • Provide safe implant assessment, maintenance and home-care recommendations for all forms of dental implants, their restorations/ prostheses including Full Arch Fixed Hybrids.• Gain an understanding of peri-implantitis and its prevention and treatments.

HANDS-ON: Diode Laser Certification in the USJANET PRESS, RDH Course Description: Working with hands–on simulation exercises, detailed instrumen-tation photography and video, these programs are designed to build

new clinical skills, confidence, and clinical understanding in the delivery of periodontal treat-ment protocols by using Soft Tissue Dental Lasers.Learning Objectives:• Expand your existing Hygiene treatment model through the adjunctive use of lasers. • Interpret laser tissue interaction, power settings and the various techniques used to obtain optimal clinical outcome with periodontal therapy, recall, medically compromised patients, and difficult tomanage areas. • Learn the specifics of initiated and bare fiber tip applications.• Practice the clinical technique and methods associated with laser sulcular debridement and disinfection.• Successfully Increase the Number of Hygiene Laser periodontal therapy, laser recall management, and laser surgical procedures per day, and profit from your patients saying “YES” to the incorporation of laser technology.

HANDS-ON WORKSHOP

BRING A COLLEAGUE - The goal of the WSP, from its inception, has been to build a meeting that appeals to the team. In that light we have created entirely new registration options unlike any other dental meeting in America. You may still register on your own, however, now if you want to bring your hygienist(s) or referring General Dentists we are offering a package price that is a substantial discount. Below are your member pricing options.

I am a Member Periodontist and I want to bring:

3 days_____Hygienists Special Rate: nn $139 _____General Dentists Special Rate: n n $229Call for Single Day Pricing Total Amount Due:__________________Enclosed is a check for the amount of (or process our payment in the amount of ) $____________________

Complete and mail to: 3820 Northdale Blvd., Suite 205A, Tampa, FL 33624 or fax to 813.422.7966

2020 REGISTRATION FEES by 6/30/2020 by 7/25/2020 3 days 2 days 3 days 2 daysMember Dentists n n $495 nn $395 n n $545 n n $445Non-Member Dentist n n $595 n n $495 n n $645 n n $545Member Hygienist/Staff n n $139 n n $99 n n $149 n n $109Non-Member Hygienist/Staff n n $229 nn $189 n n $249 n n $199Member Faculty/Military n n $395 n n $345 n n $415 n n $355Non-Member Faculty/Military n n $495 n n $445 n n $525 n n $465Students/Residents n n $245 n n $195 n n $265 n n $215Hands-On Courses n n $395Hygiene HO Altrasonics nn $159Diode Laser nn $450Foundation Gala Tickets nn $99 STUDENT/NEW RDH BOOT CAMP - $25.00 or FREE with full registration.

Cancellation Policy: The fee, less a $35 per person processing fee, will be refunded if cancelled by 7/4/2020. Cancellations made between 7/4/2020 and 8/4/2020 will be charged $100 cancellation fee. No refund for cancellations on or after August 1, 2020. Please register online at wsperio.org.

2020 ANNUAL PACKAGE REGISTRATION FEES*

NEW COLLABORATIVE REGISTRATION OPTIONS

SEPTEMBER 4-6, 2020HYATT REGENCY SCOTTSDALE RESORT & SPA AT GAINEY RANCH

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2020 Western Region Dental Hygiene Symposium

Schedule at a GlanceFRIDAY

12:30pm - 12:45pm Anna Pattison Opening Remarks 12:00pm - 1:50pm Dr. William Paveletz “Are Your Patients Too Sensitive?” …Addressing Oral Hypersensitivity/ Pain Management with Today’s Patients 2:00pm - 3:45pm Susan Wingrove Revelations on Implant Maintenance & Peri-Implantitis Revealed 3:45pm -4:15pm Break4:00pm - 5:00pm Flavia Pirih How the Periodontal Status of A Patient Affects Overall Patient Care

SATURDAY8:00am - 8:10am Susan Wingrove Opening Remarks 8:10am - 10:00am Anna Pattison Covid-19 Hand Scaling Essentials10:00 - 10:30 Break10:30am - 11:30am Heather Kelley Achieving Patient Compliance in Home Care 11:30am - 1:00pm Jodi Deming Subgingival Biofilm Control through Air Polishing and Piezo-Electric1:00pm - 2:00pm Lunch 2:00pm- 3:30pm Linda Brookman, RDH, MS, a USC D.H. & Dr. Arash Hakhamian Emerging Legislation, Laws, and Implementation of Mobile Dentistry and Teledentistry3:30- 4:00pm Break4:00pm - 5:30pm Maria Galvan Peri-Implant Inflammation Control and Maintenance

SUNDAY8:30am - 10:00am Maria Perno Goldie Oral Healthcare Outlook for 2020 and Beyond: Trends That Could Impact Patients 10:00am - 10:30am Break 10:30am- 12:00pm Heather Rogers, BSDH Providing Care in Marijuana Legal World12:00pm -1:30pm Dr. Larry Ambrose Periodontics: Facts, Fiction and the Future

SUNDAY HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS8:00am - 5:00pm Janet Press Diode Laser Certification Course (Full Day Lecture and Hands-On Laser Simulation Workshop) 8 CE Credits (20 people max)

68th Annual Scientific Session 2020

Schedule at a GlanceFRIDAY

9:00am - 9:10am Larry Ambrose Opening Remarks9:10am - 10:10am Samuel Low Approaching a New Standard of Care in Managing Periodontitis and Peri Implant Disease10:10am - 10:15am Break 10:15 -12:00pm Amir Aalam / Contemporary Approaches in Bone Grafting in Implant Dentistry Alina Krivitsky 12:00pm - 6:30pm Exhibits Open 12:00pm -1:00pm Lunch/Exhibitors1:00pm - 2:15pm Ian McNickle Website and Online Marketing 2:15pm - 2:45pm Break and Exhibits 2:45pm - 4:00pm Rick Miron New Trends in PRF Therapy 4:00pm -5:00pm Scott Froum BONUS LECTURE: Periodontal Disease as a Contributing Factor to Covid-19 Severity

SATURDAY8:00am - 9:30am Salah Huwais Osseodensification: Optimize the Site-Optimize the Outcome 9:30am - 10:00am Break and Exhibits10:00am - 11:30am Scott Froum Saving Teeth 11:30am - 12:3Opm Homa Zadeh Advancements in Periodontal & Peri-implant Plastic Surgery12:30pm - 1:30pm Lunch/Exhibitors 1:30pm - 3:00pm John Roberson PharmaDMD + MEP:  Combination of Pharmacology with Medical Emergency Preparedness 3:00pm - 3:30pm Exhibits and Break 3:30pm - 4:30pm Nick Fortune Successful Business Structures: The Keys to Protecting Your Wealth

SATURDAY - HANDS ON2:30pm - 5:30pm Homa Zadeh Reconstructive Periodontal & Peri-implant Therapy with VISTA and FIVE

SUNDAY8:30am - 9:30am Saj Jivraj Graft-less Solutions Myths and Realities 9:35- 11:00am Satish Kumar Diagnosis and Management of Gingival Diseases and Conditions 11:00am - 11:30am Break and Exhibits11:30pm - 12:15pm Stefan Zweig Saving Teeth Through Endodontic Therapy - What are the Outcomes and What is the Evidence?12:15pm -1:15pm Flavia Pirih How the periodontal status of a patient affects overall patient care 1:15 - 2:15pm Ali Pourian Oral Pathology Case Study: Review of Diagnosis and Treatment

SUNDAY - HANDS ONAll Day Rick Miron HANDS-ON: Understanding Platelet Rich Fibrin: From Biological Background to Clinical Indications9:00am -12:00pm Samuel Low HANDS-ON: Utilize Today’s Dental Lasers in Managing Periodontal/Implant - (Corporate Session - Sponsored by Biolase)

Attendees: Please note what is included with your registrationThe WSP has expanded its offerings to allow you to register for either a 2 or 3-day program. As part of your registration each day’s breakfast and lunch

is included as well as a Friday evening reception with exhibitors and all the lecture courses. Hands-on courses are an additional fee.These lecture programs are intended for periodontists, general dentists, hygienists and dental assistants. All dentists and the entire dental team are welcome.

The WSP is a recognized ADA CERP Provider. The Academy of General Dentistry Accepted Program Provider FAGD/MAGD Credit. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing education credit.

ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hour by boards of dentistry. Western Society of Periodontology designates this activity for up to 30 hours continuing education credits.

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