It’s widely known that classroom learning can be a valuable tool, but this year’s ADA Annual Session in Denver will be offering even more cutting-edge ways to learn and earn continuing education (CE) credits. The following is a list of just some of the highlights that will be featured in the coming days.
Live-Patient CAD/CAM Stage
As advances in technology continue at a rapid pace, the live-patient CAD/CAM stage will allow dental professionals to learn more about digital impressioning and in-office options. These attributes can enhance your quality of care and grow your practice.
Planmeca and Patterson Dental Supply will be presenting live-patient programs. “Digital Restorative Dentistry” will be led by Dr. Mike Moroni, and “The Power of One-Visit Dentistry” will be led by Dr. Todd Ehrlich.
Register here: ada.org/en/meeting/continuing-education/cad-cam-stage
Campfire Sessions
These small, informal group discussions will be taking place throughout the convention center during the meeting.
There will be 3 different formats, including “Continue the Conversation,” which allows attendees to “dive deeper” with expert speakers, who will answer questions after their courses; “Peer-to-Peer Knowledge Exchanges,” which will allow attendees to engage in small-group discussions of defined topics and exchange ideas; and “Ask the Experts,” which will be led by today’s leaders on dentistry’s hottest topics. Attendees to the latter are encouraged to bring questions, case examples, and original personal theories to discuss with the group.
Register here: ada.org/en/meeting/continuing-education/campfire-sessions
Social Media and Office Productivity Zone
Social media is a necessity in today’s practice, and it can be difficult to know where to get started. At the ADA’s Social Media and Office Productivity Zone, attendees can get expert advice on how to make the best impressions with social media. Areas of focus include the Tech Bar, which will help users with their smartphones and tablets; the Head Shot Lounge, for updated professional portrait photographs; and the Social Media Corner, where Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, Anchor, LinkedIn, Periscope, and other programs will be explored.
Register here: ada.org/en/meeting/continuing-education/social-media-zone
Technology Expo
The Technology Expo will be open during exhibit hours for attendees to interact with the 2016 Cellerant Best of Class Technology Award winners (formerly known as the Pride Best of Class Technology Award). Visit these 14 companies and speak with representatives to learn more about incorporating these technologies into your practice. There will be ongoing CE at the Technology Expo, including courses by Dentistry Today’s technology editor, Dr. Paul Feuerstein.
The companies include the following:
3Shape for 3Shape TRIOS
Bien-Air Dental for iOptima/iChiropro
Dental Practice Solutions for Solutionreach
Henry Schein for Dentrix Ascend
DEXIS for DEXIS CariVu
Doxa Dental for Ceramir Crown & Bridge
HR for Health
LED Dental for VELscope Vx
MMG Fusion
Orascoptic for EyeZoom
Orascoptic for Spark
Shofu Dental for EyeSpecial C-II
VATECH PaX-i3D Green
WEO Media
Zipwhip
Book an appointment here: ada.org/en/meeting/continuing-education/technology-expo
The Design Studio/Dental Office Design Competition
At The Design Studio (formerly The Dental Office Design Center), you can imagine your dream office and fuel your practice management acumen.
Attendees can view this year’s entries as well as the 2016 winners. Learn best practices and get fresh ideas from hand-on exhibits such as floor plans, photos, and key project information.
Visit the designers from Patterson Dental to discuss your design goals, touch and feel design materials, and experience design concepts using virtual reality technology.
Register here: ada.org/en/meeting/continuing-education/the-design-studio
The Wellness Studio
Dental professionals need to take some time for themselves but often feel too overwhelmed to do so. With the Wellness Studio, learn how to create a balance between work and life, and how to incorporate more wellness into your routine. There will be free ergonomic screenings, a rock wall for climbing, and a smoothie bar. (Sunrise Yoga is currently sold out.)
Register here: ada.org/en/meeting/continuing-education/the-wellness-studio
