Online Registration

Seven (7) hours of continuing education credit will be provided.

SCHEDULE

Saturday, March 25, 2023
Registration & Exhibits
7:30am – 8:00am
Katrina Sanders
8:00 am – 9:30 am
Break & Exhibits
9:30 am – 10:00 am
Lynn Atkinson
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Lunch & Exhibits
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Susan Wingrove & Gerrarda O’Beirne
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Break & Exhibits
3:00 pm – 3:15 pm
Larry Ambrose
3:15 pm – 4:45 pm
Lynn Atkinson – 3 hr. Hands-On – $149
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Seven (7) hours of continuing education credit will be provided.

Pockets, Paradigms and Protocols a Revolutionary Approach to Precision Periodontics

Katrina Sanders
KATRINA M. SANDERS, RDH, BSDH, M.ED, RF

COURSE DESCRIPTON:

Despite our best efforts to study, treat and manage diseases of the periodontium, research continues to indicate increasing prevalence of oral inflammatory conditions, unpack challenges with our existing protocols and challenge the dental profession with paradigm shifts. The ‘gold standard’ of periodontal disease management is pivoting as patients are looking to non-invasive approaches to safely, efficiently and definitively treat disease and subsequently promote health. The ever-changing environment of health care delivery is now focusing on the convergence of precision medicine, implementation science and learning health care system studies to synergistically improve clinical health outcomes. While our medical colleagues have adapted these paradigm shifts into avant-garde approaches to patient care, dentistry is now called upon to become part of this trailblazing movement. Join periodontal hygienist and international speaker Katrina M Sanders as she discusses a revolutionary concept of ‘Precision Periodontics’, critically examining the current landscape of oral inflammation with a deep focus on contemporary interventions aimed to transform non-invasive care for the periodontal patient, improve clinical outcomes and optimize management of periodontal diseases

Despite our best efforts to study, treat and manage diseases of the periodontium, research continues to indicate increasing prevalence of oral inflammatory conditions, unpack challenges with our existing protocols and challenge the dental profession with paradigm shifts. The ‘gold standard’ of periodontal disease management is pivoting as patients are looking to non-invasive approaches to safely, efficiently and definitively treat disease and subsequently promote health. The ever-changing environment of health care delivery is now focusing on the convergence of precision medicine, implementation science and learning health care system studies to synergistically improve clinical health outcomes. While our medical colleagues have adapted these paradigm shifts into avant-garde approaches to patient care, dentistry is now called upon to become part of this trailblazing movement. Join periodontal hygienist and international speaker Katrina M Sanders as she discusses a revolutionary concept of ‘Precision Periodontics’, critically examining the current landscape of oral inflammation with a deep focus on contemporary interventions aimed to transform non-invasive care for the periodontal patient, improve clinical outcomes and optimize management of periodontal diseases

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:

  • Define implementation science and identify how this emerging discipline is focusing treatment strategies
  • Discuss precision medicine and the evidence-based interventions available to improve clinical outcomes
  • Examine the learning health care system and its influence on health care delivery systems
  • Evaluate paradigm shifts in the provision of periodontics and the trends in inflammatory management for the dental professional
  • Review the results of optimal therapy in a non-invasive approach to treating periodontal disease
  • Examine case selection in integrating an early and precise approach to advanced periodontics
  • Discuss anti-inflammatory products for the adjunctive treatment of periodontitis

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:

  • Define implementation science and identify how this emerging discipline is focusing treatment strategies
  • Discuss precision medicine and the evidence-based interventions available to improve clinical outcomes
  • Examine the learning health care system and its influence on health care delivery systems
  • Evaluate paradigm shifts in the provision of periodontics and the trends in inflammatory management for the dental professional
  • Review the results of optimal therapy in a non-invasive approach to treating periodontal disease
  • Examine case selection in integrating an early and precise approach to advanced periodontics
  • Discuss anti-inflammatory products for the adjunctive treatment of periodontitis

About KATRINA M. SANDERS:

Katrina is a clinical dental hygienist, author, and international speaker. She is a vibrant, passionate, and charismatic award-winning educator with a unique approach to delivering continuing dental education. Katrina is the Clinical Liaison, Hygiene Excellence, and Innovation for AZ Perio, the country’s largest periodontal practice. She works alongside Diplomates to the American Board of Periodontology to instruct on collaborative professionalism and standard of care protocols while delivering education through hygiene boot camps and study clubs. Known as “The Dental Resultant”, Katrina is a dental hygiene consultant focused on high-level standards, excellence, and production. Her philanthropic efforts include dental humanitarian work in developing countries, supporting abused and homeless animals, and spreading awareness about the benefits of organ and tissue donation

About KATRINA M. SANDERS:

Katrina is a clinical dental hygienist, author, and international speaker. She is a vibrant, passionate, and charismatic award-winning educator with a unique approach to delivering continuing dental education. Katrina is the Clinical Liaison, Hygiene Excellence, and Innovation for AZ Perio, the country’s largest periodontal practice. She works alongside Diplomates to the American Board of Periodontology to instruct on collaborative professionalism and standard of care protocols while delivering education through hygiene boot camps and study clubs. Known as “The Dental Resultant”, Katrina is a dental hygiene consultant focused on high-level standards, excellence, and production. Her philanthropic efforts include dental humanitarian work in developing countries, supporting abused and homeless animals, and spreading awareness about the benefits of organ and tissue donation

LECTURE: Diode Lasers Used in the Hygiene Practice

Lynn Atkinson
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.

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:

  •  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 RDH has been a Registered Dental Hygienist for over 30 years. She graduated from Cypress College, California with a degree in Dental Hygiene. Her passion for utilizing technology while delivering the highest quality of patient care keeps her practicing four days a week as the Clinical Hygiene Director for a high-performing, patient-oriented dental practice in Mission Viejo, California. Lynn lectures and provides clinical, hands-on training to dental professionals on successfully incorporating lasers and other adjunctive therapies into their protocols. For the past several years, Lynn has been a speaker at numerous conferences across the nation, speaking on a variety of topics. She lectures locally in addition to her hands-on courses, has authored several published articles, and has been a guest speaker on industry audio media platforms, enjoyed nationwide. Lynn is an active member and participant of multiple dental associations and organizations. Lynn is a key opinion leader for several dental manufacturers and companies as well as a speaker and trainer for US EMS Guided Biofilm Therapy. She serves on the Board of Directors at the Academy of Laser Dentistry as Auxiliary Chair, and a member of the ALD Speakers Bureau, Education, Conference, and Testing Committees. Lynn is the honored recipient of the ALD 2022 Leon Goldman Clinical Excellence Award.

About LYNN ATKINSON:

Lynn Atkinson RDH has been a Registered Dental Hygienist for over 30 years. She graduated from Cypress College, California with a degree in Dental Hygiene. Her passion for utilizing technology while delivering the highest quality of patient care keeps her practicing four days a week as the Clinical Hygiene Director for a high-performing, patient-oriented dental practice in Mission Viejo, California. Lynn lectures and provides clinical, hands-on training to dental professionals on successfully incorporating lasers and other adjunctive therapies into their protocols. For the past several years, Lynn has been a speaker at numerous conferences across the nation, speaking on a variety of topics. She lectures locally in addition to her hands-on courses, has authored several published articles, and has been a guest speaker on industry audio media platforms, enjoyed nationwide. Lynn is an active member and participant of multiple dental associations and organizations. Lynn is a key opinion leader for several dental manufacturers and companies as well as a speaker and trainer for US EMS Guided Biofilm Therapy. She serves on the Board of Directors at the Academy of Laser Dentistry as Auxiliary Chair, and a member of the ALD Speakers Bureau, Education, Conference, and Testing Committees. Lynn is the honored recipient of the ALD 2022 Leon Goldman Clinical Excellence Award.

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

COURSE DESCRIPTON:

By LYNN ATKINSON, RDH

The Diode laser has become the most utilized laser in dentistry today, especially in the hygiene department. This course will give your hands-on techniques used in 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 the porcine jaw.

The Diode laser has become the most utilized laser in dentistry today, especially in the hygiene department. This course will give your hands-on techniques used in 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 the 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

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

3 Hr. Workshop $149

Join the Biofilm Revolution!

SUSAN WINGROVE BS, RDH

COURSE DESCRIPTON:

Join the movement from calculus-focused to biofilm-focused care of natural teeth, im- plants, and tooth- and implant-borne restorations for our patients. Understand the nature of oral biofilms in health and disease so that we can empower our patients to be co-therapists in the management of their oral health. Elevate your scope of practice with new biofilm-focused protocols for safe and effective maintenance, guidance on home care, and disease management. The future is in our hands, hygienists will play a central role in biofilm-focused care for a lasting impact on patient’s overall health!

Join the movement from calculus-focused to biofilm-focused care of natural teeth, im- plants, and tooth- and implant-borne restorations for our patients. Understand the nature of oral biofilms in health and disease so that we can empower our patients to be co-therapists in the management of their oral health. Elevate your scope of practice with new biofilm-focused protocols for safe and effective maintenance, guidance on home care, and disease management. The future is in our hands, hygienists will play a central role in biofilm-focused care for a lasting impact on patient’s overall health!

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:

  • Understand the paradigm shift from calculus to biofilm-focused care.
  • Gain an overview of the importance of the role of biofilm in the current World Workshop AAP/ EFP Classification for periodontal and peri-implant disease.
  • Learn clinical practice biofilm-focused protocols for the maintenance of healthy teeth, implants, and periodontal and peri-implant disease treatment.
  • Discuss hygienists’ and patients’ roles in biofilm-focused care for the patient’s oral and overall health.
GERRARDA O’BEIRNE, BDS, MSD
SUSAN WINGROVE BS, RDH
GERRARDA O’BEIRNE, BDS, MSD

COURSE DESCRIPTON:

Join the movement from calculus-focused to biofilm-focused care of natural teeth, im- plants, and tooth- and implant-borne restorations for our patients. Understand the nature of oral biofilms in health and disease so that we can empower our patients to be co-therapists in the management of their oral health. Elevate your scope of practice with new biofilm-focused protocols for safe and effective maintenance, guidance on home care, and disease management. The future is in our hands, hygienists will play a central role in biofilm-focused care for a lasting impact on patient’s overall health!

Join the movement from calculus-focused to biofilm-focused care of natural teeth, im- plants, and tooth- and implant-borne restorations for our patients. Understand the nature of oral biofilms in health and disease so that we can empower our patients to be co-therapists in the management of their oral health. Elevate your scope of practice with new biofilm-focused protocols for safe and effective maintenance, guidance on home care, and disease management. The future is in our hands, hygienists will play a central role in biofilm-focused care for a lasting impact on patient’s overall health!

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:

  • Understand the paradigm shift from calculus to biofilm-focused care.
  • Gain an overview of the importance of the role of biofilm in the current World Workshop AAP/ EFP Classification for periodontal and peri-implant disease.
  • Learn clinical practice biofilm-focused protocols for the maintenance of healthy teeth, implants, and periodontal and peri-implant disease treatment.
  • Discuss hygienists’ and patients’ roles in biofilm-focused care for the patient’s oral and overall health.

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:

  • Understand the paradigm shift from calculus to biofilm-focused care.
  • Gain an overview of the importance of the role of biofilm in the current World Workshop AAP/ EFP Classification for periodontal and peri-implant disease.
  • Learn clinical practice biofilm-focused protocols for the maintenance of healthy teeth, implants, and periodontal and peri-implant disease treatment.
  • Discuss hygienists’ and patients’ roles in biofilm-focused care for the patient’s oral and overall health.

About SUSAN WINGROVE:

Susan Wingrove is a Dynamic Innovator, International speaker, writer, researcher, and instrument designer. RDH of Distinction Recipient and WSP Educator of the Year Awards. Susan is on Oral-B Global Implant and Western Society of Periodontology Boards. Published author; American and International journals on peri-implant therapy, regeneration, and advanced instrumentation. Textbook: Peri-Implant Therapy for the Dental Hygienist: 2nd Edition, Wiley Oxford UK. Resides in Missoula, Montana USA to enjoy flyfishing, hiking, and snowshoeing.

About GERRARDA O’BEIRNE:

Dr. Gerrarda O’Beirne received her dental degree from University College Cork in 1989. She spent one year as a Junior House Officer in Oral Surgery at the Dental Hospital in Cork before moving to private practice in Dublin. In 1994 she received a Certificate in Periodontics at the University of Washington in Seattle and an MSD in 1995. Dr. O’Beirne is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and an Affiliate Assistant Professor with the Dept of Periodontics at the University of Washington. She maintains a private practice in downtown Seattle specializing in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry.

About SUSAN WINGROVE:

Susan Wingrove is a Dynamic Innovator, International speaker, writer, researcher, and instrument designer. RDH of Distinction Recipient and WSP Educator of the Year Awards. Susan is on Oral-B Global Implant and Western Society of Periodontology Boards. Published author; American and International journals on peri-implant therapy, regeneration, and advanced instrumentation. Textbook: Peri-Implant Therapy for the Dental Hygienist: 2nd Edition, Wiley Oxford UK. Resides in Missoula, Montana USA to enjoy flyfishing, hiking, and snowshoeing.

About GERRARDA O’BEIRNE:

Dr. Gerrarda O’Beirne received her dental degree from University College Cork in 1989. She spent one year as a Junior House Officer in Oral Surgery at the Dental Hospital in Cork before moving to private practice in Dublin. In 1994 she received a Certificate in Periodontics at the University of Washington in Seattle and an MSD in 1995. Dr. O’Beirne is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and an Affiliate Assistant Professor with the Dept of Periodontics at the University of Washington. She maintains a private practice in downtown Seattle specializing in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry.

Periodontics - Facts, Fiction and the Future

Laurence Ambrose
LAURENCE S. AMBROSE, DDS, MS

COURSE DESCRIPTON:

This presentation will provide an entertaining 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.

This presentation will provide an entertaining 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 OBJECTIVE:

  • Dispel some common myths about the 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

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:

  • Dispel some common myths about the 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

About LAURENCE S. AMBROSE:

Dr. Laurence Ambrose is a board-certified periodontist and has been a full-time staff member at the VA Medical Centre in Phoenix, Arizona since 1998. He is also Adjunct Clinical Faculty at the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health. He received his certificate in Periodontics from the VA Medical Centre in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and his Master of Science degree through Marquette University. From 1991 to 1995 he was a Commissioned Officer with the United States Public Health Service and practiced general dentistry on numerous Indian Reservations in northern New Mexico. He is a graduate of the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry and is the Past President of the Arizona Society of Periodontists. Dr. Ambrose received his Master of Science in Oral Biology from Marquette University in 2000 and became a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology in 2002.

About LAURENCE S. AMBROSE:

Dr. Laurence Ambrose is a board-certified periodontist and has been a full-time staff member at the VA Medical Centre in Phoenix, Arizona since 1998. He is also Adjunct Clinical Faculty at the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health. He received his certificate in Periodontics from the VA Medical Centre in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and his Master of Science degree through Marquette University. From 1991 to 1995 he was a Commissioned Officer with the United States Public Health Service and practiced general dentistry on numerous Indian Reservations in northern New Mexico. He is a graduate of the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry and is the Past President of the Arizona Society of Periodontists. Dr. Ambrose received his Master of Science in Oral Biology from Marquette University in 2000 and became a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology in 2002.

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Courtyard Seattle
Pioneer Square

612 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA 98104

Online Registration

Seven (7) hours of continuing education credit will be provided.