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Online Registration

Five and a half (5.5) hours of continuing education credit will be provided

SCHEDULE

Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021
Registration & Exhibits
8:00am – 8:30am
Lynn Atkinson
8:30am – 10:00am
Break & Exhibits
10:00am – 10:30am
Bill Pavaletz
10:30am – 12:30pm
Lunch & Exhibits
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Tricia Osuna
1:30pm – 3:30pm
Lynn Atkinson (3 Hr. Workshop) Cost $99.00
1:00pm – 4:00pm

Five and a half (5.5) hours of continuing education credit will be provided

Diode Lasers Used in the Hygiene Practice

LYNN ATKINSON, RDH
LYNN ATKINSON, RDH

COURSE DESCRIPTON:

The Diode laser has become the most utilized laser in dentistry today especially in the hygiene department. Diode lasers are soft-tissue lasers that have many advantages over traditional surgical and therapeutic techniques including less pain, faster healing and preciseness, bacterial reduction, along with no contraindications. Some of the most commonly used Diode laser procedures in the hygiene department are Laser Bacterial Reduction (LBR), Laser Assisted Periodontal Therapy (LAPT), hemostasis, and the treatment of oral lesions (aphthous ulcers/herpetic lesions), This course will present common diode laser procedures, techniques used in the hygiene department, and how to incorporate lasers into your practice. Learning Objective.

The Diode laser has become the most utilized laser in dentistry today especially in the hygiene department. Diode lasers are soft-tissue lasers that have many advantages over traditional surgical and therapeutic techniques including less pain, faster healing and preciseness, bacterial reduction, along with no contraindications. Some of the most commonly used Diode laser procedures in the hygiene department are Laser Bacterial Reduction (LBR), Laser Assisted Periodontal Therapy (LAPT), hemostasis, and the treatment of oral lesions (aphthous ulcers/herpetic lesions), This course will present common diode laser procedures, techniques used in the hygiene department, and how to incorporate lasers into your practice. Learning Objective.

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:

  • Identify the laser procedures and benefits most commonly used in the hygiene department
  • Understand the laser device and settings
  • Discuss tips and techniques to get the best results with your patients.
  • Describe strategies for communicating and educating patients about lasers

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:

  • Identify the laser procedures and benefits most commonly used in the hygiene department
  • Understand the laser device and settings
  • Discuss tips and techniques to get the best results with your patients.
  • Describe strategies for communicating and educating patients about lasers

About LYNN ATKINSON:

Lynn Atkinson has been a Registered Dental Hygienist for 30 years. She graduated from Cypress College with a degree in Dental Hygiene in 1989 and was fortunate enough to be a part of several dental teams that incorporated state of the art technology. Since obtaining the Associate Fellowship Certification through the World Clinical Laser Institute (WCLI) in 1996, Lynn has been actively applying the use of dental lasers in hygiene on a daily basis. Lynn went on to achieve the Standard Proficiency Certification through the Academy of Laser Dentistry (ALD) in 2013 and the Advanced Proficiency Certification Parts I and II in 2019. Lynn is currently practicing four days a week and is also training hygienists, doctors, and team members on the use of lasers along with strategies to incorporate dental lasers into their protocol with her company, Laser Focused Hygiene. Lynn is an active member of the Academy of Laser Dentistry, the American Dental Hygiene Association, the California Dental Hygiene Association and is the Hygiene Member on the Biolase Advisory Board. Lynn serves on the Board of Directors at the Academy of Laser Dentistry as Auxiliary Chair and is involved in the testing committee

About LYNN ATKINSON:

Lynn Atkinson has been a Registered Dental Hygienist for 30 years. She graduated from Cypress College with a degree in Dental Hygiene in 1989 and was fortunate enough to be a part of several dental teams that incorporated state of the art technology. Since obtaining the Associate Fellowship Certification through the World Clinical Laser Institute (WCLI) in 1996, Lynn has been actively applying the use of dental lasers in hygiene on a daily basis. Lynn went on to achieve the Standard Proficiency Certification through the Academy of Laser Dentistry (ALD) in 2013 and the Advanced Proficiency Certification Parts I and II in 2019. Lynn is currently practicing four days a week and is also training hygienists, doctors, and team members on the use of lasers along with strategies to incorporate dental lasers into their protocol with her company, Laser Focused Hygiene. Lynn is an active member of the Academy of Laser Dentistry, the American Dental Hygiene Association, the California Dental Hygiene Association and is the Hygiene Member on the Biolase Advisory Board. Lynn serves on the Board of Directors at the Academy of Laser Dentistry as Auxiliary Chair and is involved in the testing committee

HANDS-ON WORKSHOP : Diode Lasers Used in the Hygiene Practice

BY LYNN ATKINSON, RDH:

COURSE DESCRIPTON:

The Diode laser has become the most utilized laser in dentistry today especially in the hygiene department. This course will give you hands on techniques used in the hygiene practice. Mechanisms, safety, tips, and protocols will be reviewed, and attendees will have an opportunity to demonstrate the use of the lasers for Laser Bacterial Reduction, Laser Assisted Periodontal Therapy, Hemostasis, and Aphthous Ulcers/Herpetic lesions on porcine jaw.

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:

  • Operate the laser device understanding basic biologic interactions
  • Demonstrate competency in using the laser with hygiene procedures
  • Understand the difference in the procedures of Laser Bacterial Reduction and Laser Assisted Periodontal Therapy
  • Utilize and understand the laser safety protocols
  • Understand the laser device, tips, and settings
Lynn Atkinson (3 Hr. Workshop) Cost $99.00
Workshop Time : 1:00pm – 4:00pm

Are Your Patients Too Sensitive ?

William-Paveletz
WILLIAM PAVELETZ, DMD

COURSE DESCRIPTON:

Is it safe to say if you work in a dental office you have probably heard a patient complain about hypersensitivity at least once a day? Sensitivity brought about by hot/cold beverages or foods, sweets, or even brushing certain areas of their dentition. Sometimes the patient cannot explain what caused the sensitivity in the first place! Dentists and hygienists tend to treat with typically established procedures which deliver minimal results or they can offer state-of-the-art formulated products achieving remarkable results. This course discusses Nano/Ormocer technologies as they relate to today’s preventative desensitizers, tooth creams, and fluoridation procedures used in combating patient’s hypersensitive complaints and symptoms

Is it safe to say if you work in a dental office you have probably heard a patient complain about hypersensitivity at least once a day? Sensitivity brought about by hot/cold beverages or foods, sweets, or even brushing certain areas of their dentition. Sometimes the patient cannot explain what caused the sensitivity in the first place! Dentists and hygienists tend to treat with typically established procedures which deliver minimal results or they can offer state-of-the-art formulated products achieving remarkable results. This course discusses Nano/Ormocer technologies as they relate to today’s preventative desensitizers, tooth creams, and fluoridation procedures used in combating patient’s hypersensitive complaints and symptoms

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:

  • Gain an understanding of groundbreaking results that contribute to the evidence for the application of varnish with chemotherapeutic fluoride treatment.
  • Attendees will be educated about the method of applying Ormocer containing desensitizing treatments and Nano-hydroxy filled tooth creams.
  • Understand how to discuss options with your patient how to better manage their sensitivity and pain issues that occur when they neglect their oral health.
  • Understand the best approach to correctly bill for these procedures & incorporate theses hygiene procedures to
    increase profitability in the office

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:

  • Gain an understanding of groundbreaking results that contribute to the evidence for the application of varnish with chemotherapeutic fluoride treatment.
  • Attendees will be educated about the method of applying Ormocer containing desensitizing treatments and Nano-hydroxy filled tooth creams.
  • Understand how to discuss options with your patient how to better manage their sensitivity and pain issues that occur when they neglect their oral health.
  • Understand the best approach to correctly bill for these procedures & incorporate these hygiene procedures to
    increase profitability in the office

About WILLIAM PAVELETZ:

Dr. William Paveletz, DMD, is a graduate of Temple University School of Dentistry. Upon receiving his DMD degree he completed a one-year general practice residency at University of Pittsburgh and continued studying prosthetics at the Graduate Department of Pittsburgh Dental School. Currently he is VOCO’s North Americas Clinical Educator. He lecturers nationally/internationally to dental retailers, dental societies and teaching institutions. Dr. Paveletz has been published in various dental trade publications regarding temporization techniques with dental implants, treating geriatric patients and fluoridation usage in adolescences. He has a true passion for preventative and restorative dentistry with an emphasis on biocompatibility and holistic dentistry. His hands-on workshops focus on topics ranging from dental coding and billing, hygiene, esthetic dentistry, fixed and removable prosthetics, and Nano and ORMOCER technology

About WILLIAM PAVELETZ:

Dr. William Paveletz, DMD, is a graduate of Temple University School of Dentistry. Upon receiving his DMD degree he completed a one-year general practice residency at University of Pittsburgh and continued studying prosthetics at the Graduate Department of Pittsburgh Dental School. Currently he is VOCO’s North Americas Clinical Educator. He lecturers nationally/internationally to dental retailers, dental societies and teaching institutions. Dr. Paveletz has been published in various dental trade publications regarding temporization techniques with dental implants, treating geriatric patients and fluoridation usage in adolescences. He has a true passion for preventative and restorative dentistry with an emphasis on biocompatibility and holistic dentistry. His hands-on workshops focus on topics ranging from dental coding and billing, hygiene, esthetic dentistry, fixed and removable prosthetics, and Nano and ORMOCER technology

Change Your Thoughts and Improve Your Outcomes An Update on Protocols, Products and Treatment Options

Tricia Osuna Picture Tricia Osuna, RDH, BSDH, FAADH NO PAIN, THEIR GAIN
TRICIA OSUNA, RDH, BSDH, FAADH

COURSE DESCRIPTON:

Two-hour course. Updated protocols assist us in determining our patient’s specific needs. As we move towards a more collaborative profession, we need to embrace these updates to identify those needs. We are presented with continuous challenges of new advances in products and technology and their use in dentistry and are in need of information to determine when and how to add them into our armamentaria. As professionals providing health services, our perception of product use along with protocols needs to be discussed with our team as well as the interdisciplinary referrals we have. The process of care (assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, implementation, evaluation and documentation) requires a comprehension of protocols, products and treatment options and how they are to be utilized.

Two-hour course. Updated protocols assist us in determining our patient’s specific needs. As we move towards a more collaborative profession, we need to embrace these updates to identify those needs. We are presented with continuous challenges of new advances in products and technology and their use in dentistry and are in need of information to determine when and how to add them into our armamentaria. As professionals providing health services, our perception of product use along with protocols needs to be discussed with our team as well as the interdisciplinary referrals we have. The process of care (assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, implementation, evaluation and documentation) requires a comprehension of protocols, products and treatment options and how they are to be utilized.

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:

  • Modify diagnosis assistance with the team and rationale for changes in assessment forms and diagnostic tools
  • Distinguish which new-to-market products should be brought into your practice
  • Integrate materials and products for a variety of uses in the dental office from infection control, dental hygiene therapy, oral cancer screening, patient communication and instrumentation
  • Develop effective communication with patients and assist in the business of the dental practice
  • Formulate strategies that incorporate efficiency in patient treatment for more productive scheduling

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:

  • Modify diagnosis assistance with the team and rationale for changes in assessment forms and diagnostic tools
  • Distinguish which new-to-market products should be brought into your practice
  • Integrate materials and products for a variety of uses in the dental office from infection control, dental hygiene therapy, oral cancer screening, patient communication and instrumentation
  • Develop effective communication with patients and assist in the business of the dental practice
  • Formulate strategies that incorporate efficiency in patient treatment for more productive scheduling

About Tricia Osuna:

Tricia Osuna, BSDH, RDH, FAADH is a University of Southern California graduate, Past President of the American Academy of Dental Hygiene and California Dental Hygienists’ Association.  Tricia is in her 44th year as a dental hygienist, with many of those as a clinician. She shares her experiences with her audiences in a humorous and enlightening presentation experience. Ms. Osuna is a lifelong CDHA/ ADHA member and a previous Member of the Dental Board of California. She is a Founding Member of the American Board of Facial Esthetics. Licensed in both California and New York, her experiences traverse the dental hygiene arena in a unique way spanning a variety of roles including Consultant, Clinician, Educator, International Presenter, Author, Mentor as well as owner of Professional Insights, Inc.

About Tricia Osuna:

Tricia Osuna, BSDH, RDH, FAADH is a University of Southern California graduate, Past President of the American Academy of Dental Hygiene and California Dental Hygienists’ Association.  Tricia is in her 44th year as a dental hygienist, with many of those as a clinician. She shares her experiences with her audiences in a humorous and enlightening presentation experience. Ms. Osuna is a lifelong CDHA/ ADHA member and a previous Member of the Dental Board of California. She is a Founding Member of the American Board of Facial Esthetics. Licensed in both California and New York, her experiences traverse the dental hygiene arena in a unique way spanning a variety of roles including Consultant, Clinician, Educator, International Presenter, Author, Mentor as well as owner of Professional Insights, Inc.

NO PAIN, THEIR GAIN Ergonomics and Effective patient care

Tricia Osuna Picture Tricia Osuna, RDH, BSDH, FAADH NO PAIN, THEIR GAIN
TRICIA OSUNA, RDH, BSDH, FAADH

COURSE DESCRIPTON:

This course will review ergonomics, increase awareness of repetitive motion problems and how they may be impacted by operatory design, instrument utilization / design / selection, sharpening skills / options and a variety of other issues. A clinician’s ability to identify ergonomic issues is directly related to improved patient care. Detailed information will be offered on a variety of products as well as design options to best allow you to fulfil your requirements in relating to the total health of your patients. Join us for an opportunity to share, learn and critique all the above, to gather information from your peers, which you can then incorporate into your daily practice routine!

This course will review ergonomics, increase awareness of repetitive motion problems and how they may be impacted by operatory design, instrument utilization / design / selection, sharpening skills / options and a variety of other issues. A clinician’s ability to identify ergonomic issues is directly related to improved patient care. Detailed information will be offered on a variety of products as well as design options to best allow you to fulfil your requirements in relating to the total health of your patients. Join us for an opportunity to share, learn and critique all the above, to gather information from your peers, which you can then incorporate into your daily practice routine!

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
This course will provide information for the clinicians to be able to:

  • Design a program to enhance patient treatment while identifying ergonomic needs to provide increased quality of care.
  • Identify and recognize instruments available to select from for a variety of patient conditions and improved clinical outcomes.
  • Distinguish habits that lead to repetitive movement which may cause harm to the clinician’s instrumentation abilities.
  • Interpret specifics for care of instruments impacting instrument longevity and accuracy of utilization.

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
This course will provide information for the clinicians to be able to:

  • Design a program to enhance patient treatment while identifying ergonomic needs to provide increased quality of care.
  • Identify and recognize instruments available to select from for a variety of patient conditions and improved clinical outcomes.
  • Distinguish habits that lead to repetitive movement which may cause harm to the clinician’s instrumentation abilities.
  • Interpret specifics for care of instruments impacting instrument longevity and accuracy of utilization.

About Tricia Osuna:

Tricia Osuna, BSDH, RDH, FAADH is a University of Southern California graduate, Past President of the American Academy of Dental Hygiene and California Dental Hygienists’ Association.  Tricia is in her 44th year as a dental hygienist, with many of those as a clinician. She shares her experiences with her audiences in a humorous and enlightening presentation experience. Ms. Osuna is a lifelong CDHA/ ADHA member and a previous Member of the Dental Board of California. She is a Founding Member of the American Board of Facial Esthetics. Licensed in both California and New York, her experiences traverse the dental hygiene arena in a unique way spanning a variety of roles including Consultant, Clinician, Educator, International Presenter, Author, Mentor as well as owner of Professional Insights, Inc.

About Tricia Osuna:

Tricia Osuna, BSDH, RDH, FAADH is a University of Southern California graduate, Past President of the American Academy of Dental Hygiene and California Dental Hygienists’ Association.  Tricia is in her 44th year as a dental hygienist, with many of those as a clinician. She shares her experiences with her audiences in a humorous and enlightening presentation experience. Ms. Osuna is a lifelong CDHA/ ADHA member and a previous Member of the Dental Board of California. She is a Founding Member of the American Board of Facial Esthetics. Licensed in both California and New York, her experiences traverse the dental hygiene arena in a unique way spanning a variety of roles including Consultant, Clinician, Educator, International Presenter, Author, Mentor as well as owner of Professional Insights, Inc.

Online Registration

Five and a half (5.5) hours of continuing education credit will be provided

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