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SUMMARY:GM – 15 on 15: Technology in Dentistry
DESCRIPTION:SDDS 15 on 15: 15 Minutes\, 15 Slides: Technology in Dentistry (In-person course)\n3 CEU\, Core • Member Price: $89 early (ends 12/30)\nRegistration cost details: $89 early (ends 12/30) / $99 regular (begins 12/31) / $99 late (begins 1/8) \n\n \nNima Aflatooni\, DDS\nUse of AI to Aid in Radiographic Diagnosis \nA review on how AI is changing the diagnostic landscape in dental radiography and how this technology can be used to enhance patient experience and clinical outcomes. \nDr. Aflatooni owns Gold River Smiles\, a general practice in Gold River\, California. Dr. Aflatooni is the immediate Past President of the Sacramento District Dental Society\, a member of the CDA Board of Managers\, and has held multiple leadership positions throughout ADA\, CDA and SDDS. He is F.A.C.E.-trained and is a fellow of both the International College of Dentists and the Pierre Fauchard Academy. \n\n \nNavneet Arora\, DDS\, MPH\, DABP\nDigitizing Full Arch Workflow \nDiscuss trends in digital dentistry and how to make the transformation to FULL ARCH digital workflow work for you\, your team\, and your practice and learn digital integration strategies that have proven successful and practical for the dentist and the team. Learn why restorative planning is the key better surgical outcome for better restorative results and we’ll discuss concepts of different ways to temporize full arch cases.  \nDr. Arora is a practicing periodontist with 15+ years of experience. He is a Board-Certified Diplomate of the American Academy of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry. He finished his Certificate in Periodontics from Eastman Dental Center at University of Rochester Medical Center. Actively involved in teaching\, lecturing\, and community outreach nationwide\, with early academic roles at USC\, Los Angeles and Loma Linda University. Passionate about sharing clinical knowledge and practical methodologies to help practitioners achieve more predictable\, successful treatment outcomes. \n\n \nSarmad Paydar\, DDS\nPlatelet-Rich Fibrin: Regenerative Biology and Its Impact on Surgical Outcomes \nAutogenous blood concentrates deliver a biologic boost where it counts. Platelet-Rich Fibrin enhances healing and elevates regenerative outcomes – making it an essential tool in modern surgical practice. \nDr. Paydar is the owner and surgeon at Golden State Dental Co.\, with offices located in Roseville\, Folsom\, and Sacramento. Dr. Paydar is a periodontist committed to delivering exceptional periodontal and implant care. He completed his Periodontic and Implant Surgery residency at the University of California\, San Francisco (UCSF) and is an American Board–Certified Periodontist. His clinical approach integrates advanced training with the latest evidence-based techniques to provide effective outcomes and minimally invasive treatment plans. \n\n \nKen Wong\, DDS\nPterygoid and Zygomatic Implants\nTwo implants every dentist who is doing All-on-X should know. \nDr. Wong is owner of King Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Center in Rocklin. Born and raised in West Sacramento\, Dr. Wong graduated with honors from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry. After completing a General Practice Residency at the Northern California Veterans Administration\, he finished his Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency at Highland General Hospital/Alameda County Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center. He went on to join the Maxillofacial Surgery staff at Kaiser Oakland before opening private practice. He became a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in 2007. \n\n \nPeter Yanni\, DMD\, MS\nIn-House 3D Printing: A Game Changer for Guided Implant Dentistry\nLearn how digital tools and in-house 3D printing can simplify implant surgery in everyday practice. A comprehensive look at the workflow from digital planning and guide design to printing and using surgical guides chairside. \nDr. Yanni earned his Master’s in Medical Sciences and Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Western University of Health Sciences\, where he developed a strong passion for periodontics and received multiple honors\, including the President’s Society Award\, Dean’s List\, the American Academy of Periodontology Dental Student Award\, and induction into the OKU National Dental Honor Society. He went on to complete his Master’s in Oral and Craniofacial Sciences and a Certificate in Periodontics at the University of California\, San Francisco. \n \nRegister with Fillable PDF »\nSign up online » \nTerms and Conditions: \nCancellation/Refund Policy\nFull refund granted less $25 administration fee\, if received in writing 14 days before the class. NO REFUNDS if cancelled within 13 days of the class or for No Shows or for registrations received after that date. Attendee substitutions OK. \nConsent to Use of Photographic Images\nRegistration\, attendance and/or participation in SDDS’ courses/events constitutes an agreement by the registrant/sponsor to SDDS’ use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs\, videos\, electronic reproductions\, and audio of such events and activities.
URL:https://www.sdds.org/event/gm-15-on-15-technology/
LOCATION:2200 Harvard St\, Sacramento\, CA 95815\, 2200 Harvard St\, Sacramento\, California\, 95815\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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SUMMARY:GM – Leading with Trust: Tools to Inspire Teams\, Prevent Burnout\, and Build Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Leading with Trust: Tools to Inspire Teams\, Prevent Burnout\, and Build Wellness (In-person course)\n3 CEU\, Core • Member Price: $89 early (ends 2/24)\nRegistration cost details: $89 early (ends 2/24) / $99 regular (ends 3/4) / $109 late (begins 3/5) \nThis session explores how trust-centered leadership transforms dental teams by strengthening relationships\, reducing stress\, and promoting resilience. Participants will gain evidence-based strategies to address burnout\, foster team wellness\, and create a culture of purpose and engagement that sustains both professional success and personal fulfillment. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the link between leadership\, trust\, burnout\, and overall team wellness in dentistry.\nLearn actionable tools to build stronger teams\, reduce stress\, and foster a culture that prevents burnout.\nDiscover ways to inspire purpose and meaning that sustain both personal well-being and professional success.\n\n \nThis Course Sponsored by Alpha & Delgadillo OMS\n \n \nEric Johnson\, DDS\nDr. Eric Johnson\, owner of San Clemente Dental Studio in Southern California\, has extensive experience in building teams through acquiring multiple practices. He is the CEO of Leaders in Dentistry\, a coaching cohort for dentist teams. Dr. Johnson earned his dental degree from the University of Southern California\, a Masters of Divinity from Pepperdine University\, and spent nine years working with at-risk students in Los Angeles. He served as a Captain in the USAF Dental Corps\, awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal. He directed the California Center for Advanced Dentistry\, is a key opinion leader for Glidewell Dental Laboratory\, and received a doctorate in Organizational Leadership at the University of La Verne\, focusing on occupational burnout among dentists. Dr. Johnson’s focus of research is on burnout and job engagement in dentists. Dr. Johnson holds a Guinness World Record for the oral rehabilitation of Sultan Kosen\, The World’s Tallest Man\, completed in just six days. He enjoys roasting coffee\, building playgrounds with Kids Around the World for children in impoverished countries\, serving on the Board of Directors for the Boys and Girls Club\, and spending time with his wife\, Christa\, and their four boys. \n \nRegister with Fillable PDF »\nSign up online » \nTerms and Conditions: \nCancellation/Refund Policy\nFull refund granted less $25 administration fee\, if received in writing 14 days before the class. NO REFUNDS if cancelled within 13 days of the class or for No Shows or for registrations received after that date. Attendee substitutions OK. \nConsent to Use of Photographic Images\nRegistration\, attendance and/or participation in SDDS’ courses/events constitutes an agreement by the registrant/sponsor to SDDS’ use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs\, videos\, electronic reproductions\, and audio of such events and activities.
URL:https://www.sdds.org/event/gm-leading-with-trust-tools-to-inspire-teams-prevent-burnout-and-build-wellness/
LOCATION:2200 Harvard St\, Sacramento\, CA 95815\, 2200 Harvard St\, Sacramento\, California\, 95815\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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SUMMARY:GM – Non-Odontogenic Tooth Pain
DESCRIPTION:Non-Odontogenic Tooth Pain (In-person course)\n3 CEU\, Core • Member Price: $89 early (ends 3/31)\nRegistration cost details: $89 early (ends 3/31) / $99 regular (ends 4/8) / $109 late (begins 4/9) \nThe primary cause of tooth pain is a dental disease that ends up sometimes needing restorative work\, root canal treatment or even extraction. What if the pain persists beyond the dental treatment? Would this be a medical condition related to jaw or head and neck issues? This lecture will discuss how to recognize\, differentiate and manage dental pain due to medical (Non-odontogenic) conditions and how to collaborate with an orofacial pain specialist on management.  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstanding the concept of Non-Odontogenic tooth pain\nIdentifying contributing factors and medical conditions causing Non-Odontogenic tooth pain\nLearning about red flags of Non-Odontogenic tooth pain\nUnderstanding diagnostic and management options\nWhen to refer\n\n\n \nMohd Khalaf\, DDS\nDr. Mohd Khalaf\, is specialized in the areas of Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine.\nHe completed his training in Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine at the University of Kentucky and the University of Southern California\, Los Angeles. Dr. Khalaf is Board certified by the American Board of Orofacial Pain (ABOP)\, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain (FAAOP) \nHe taught at postgraduate level in both Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine. He is also published in both fields. Dr. Khalaf established the Head & Neck pain and Oral Medicine services at Kaiser Permanente in Northern California. He is the founder & President of The Head Pain Center in Roseville\, California  \n \nRegister with Fillable PDF »\nSign up online » \nCancellation/Refund Policy\nFull refund granted less $25 administration fee\, if received in writing 14 days before the class. NO REFUNDS if cancelled within 13 days of the class or for No Shows or for registrations received after that date. Attendee substitutions OK. \nConsent to Use of Photographic Images\nRegistration\, attendance and/or participation in SDDS’ courses/events constitutes an agreement by the registrant/sponsor to SDDS’ use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs\, videos\, electronic reproductions\, and audio of such events and activities.
URL:https://www.sdds.org/event/gm-non-odontogenic-tooth-pain/
LOCATION:2200 Harvard St\, Sacramento\, CA 95815\, 2200 Harvard St\, Sacramento\, California\, 95815\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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SUMMARY:GM – Drugs\, Bugs and Dental Products\, What to Prescribe!
DESCRIPTION:Drugs\, Bugs and Dental Products\, What to Prescribe! (In-person course)\n3 CEU\, Core • Member Price: $89 early (ends 4/28)\nRegistration cost details: $89 early (ends 4/28) / $99 regular (ends 5/6) / $109 late (begins 5/7) \nAttendees will receive a copy of Dr. Jacobsen’s Little Dental Drug Booklet\nWe all recommend\, prescribe\, and administer medications every day. Patients also use oral care products\, hopefully\, on a daily basis. How can we and the patients get the best care and benefit from our knowledge\, as well as from the medications and products we and they use? This course will address the medications and products available to optimize benefits and minimize the risks associated with the procedures and products we use every day. \nLearning objectives:  \n\nYou will learn the steps in the management of oral infections before antibiotics need to be considered.\nYou will learn the newest new thing in making brushing and flossing more effective.\nYou will learn the drugs of choice for Herpes\, Aphthous\, and how to avoid giving a nocebo when managing dental pain.\n\n \nThis Course Sponsored by Capitol Periodontal Group\n \n \nPeter L. Jacobsen PhD\, DDS\nDr. Peter Jacobsen is board-certified in oral medicine and taught diagnosis and treatment planning\, oral medicine\, clinical dental pharmacology\, and dental management of medically complex patients at the University of the Pacific\, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry for 35 years. He also maintained a two-day a week general dental practice during those years. He is the author of the Little Dental Drug Booklet\, a succinct and practical reference relative to the pharmacological management of a wide range of oral cavity concerns. \n \nRegister with Fillable PDF »\nSign up online » \nCancellation/Refund Policy\nFull refund granted less $25 administration fee\, if received in writing 14 days before the class. NO REFUNDS if cancelled within 13 days of the class or for No Shows or for registrations received after that date. Attendee substitutions OK. \nConsent to Use of Photographic Images\nRegistration\, attendance and/or participation in SDDS’ courses/events constitutes an agreement by the registrant/sponsor to SDDS’ use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs\, videos\, electronic reproductions\, and audio of such events and activities.
URL:https://www.sdds.org/event/gm-drugs-bugs-and-dental-products-what-to-prescribe/
LOCATION:2200 Harvard St\, Sacramento\, CA 95815\, 2200 Harvard St\, Sacramento\, California\, 95815\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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SUMMARY:GM – Oral Appliances for the Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea
DESCRIPTION:Oral Appliances for the Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (In-person course)\n3 CEU\, Core • Member Price: $89 early (ends 8/25)\nRegistration cost details: $89 early (ends 8/25) / $99 regular (ends 9/6) / $109 late (begins 9/7) \nSleep Breathing Disorders have rapidly become recognized as a possible etiology to many serious medical conditions including Diabetes\, Cardiovascular disease\, psychiatric disorders\, Cognitive impairment\, and Chronic Pain Conditions. Dentists can play an important role in the management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea.   \nThis Presentation will cover: \n\nA brief overview of OSA\nSigns and Symptoms of OSA\nAvailable treatment/Management modalities\nOral Devices for OSA: Indications and Limitations\nVarious available types of devices\nFeatures of a well made device\nComplications associated with oral devices\nInsurance and Financial Considerations\nMedico-Legal considerations\n\n\n \nAlexander Malick\, DDS\nDr. Malick has dedicated more than 40 years to advancing patient care in dentistry and dental sleep medicine. After earning his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine in 1982\, he completed a General Practice Residency with the U.S. Army and served both on active duty and in the Army Reserves. He also served as an adjunct professor in restorative dentistry at UCSF School of Dentistry. \nOver the course of his career\, Dr. Malick successfully built and operated multiple private practices throughout California before focusing exclusively on the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea\, orofacial pain\, and oral pathology. His passion for dental sleep medicine began in 2007\, leading him to pursue extensive advanced training and research through the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine\, where he reviewed more than 1\,700 scientific articles in preparation for board certification. \nToday\, Dr. Malick is a trusted referral partner for leading medical groups including Sutter Health\, UC Davis Health\, and others throughout Northern California. In addition to patient care\, he serves as an expert witness for the Dental Board of California and private litigation cases. \n \nSign up online » \nCancellation/Refund Policy\nFull refund granted less $25 administration fee\, if received in writing 14 days before the class. NO REFUNDS if cancelled within 13 days of the class or for No Shows or for registrations received after that date. Attendee substitutions OK. \nConsent to Use of Photographic Images\nRegistration\, attendance and/or participation in SDDS’ courses/events constitutes an agreement by the registrant/sponsor to SDDS’ use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs\, videos\, electronic reproductions\, and audio of such events and activities.
URL:https://www.sdds.org/event/gm-oral-appliances-for-the-management-of-obstructive-sleep-apnea/
LOCATION:2200 Harvard St\, Sacramento\, CA 95815\, 2200 Harvard St\, Sacramento\, California\, 95815\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261006T174500
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DTSTAMP:20260820T152356Z
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SUMMARY:GM – Is It Possible? Predictability\, Limitations\, and Heroics in Tooth Preservation
DESCRIPTION:Is It Possible? Predictability\, Limitations\, and Heroics in Tooth Preservation (In-person course)\n3 CEU\, Core • Member Price: $89 early (ends 9/22)\nRegistration cost details: $89 early (ends 9/22) / $99 regular (ends 10/4) / $109 late (begins 10/5) \nThis presentation will explore the complex decision-making process behind saving teeth from an endodontic perspective. Through real-world cases and input from current literature\, we will examine when preservation is predictable\, when it is not\, and when extraordinary measures we’ve taken have succeeded — or failed. \nCourse objectives: \n\nReview clinical and radiographic tools that are helpful in diagnosis\, treatment planning\, and determining prognosis.\nRecognize situations where treatment outcomes are less reliable and extraction may be the better choice.\nDiscuss our “heroic” attempts with what has worked\, what hasn’t\, and the lessons we have learned from pushing the limits of biology and technique.\n\n\n \nKatherine Shi\, DMD\nDr. Katherine Shi grew up in Michigan and Georgia\, graduated with her DMD degree from University of Pennsylvania\, and completed her Endodontics Residency at Tufts University in Boston\, MA. With Penn\, she worked on integrating artificial intelligence for computer-aided CBCT detection of periapical lesions. She followed her husband to Sacramento and is thankful to practice at Endodontic Associates with an incredible team that shares a passion for saving natural teeth. \n \nSign up online » \nCancellation/Refund Policy\nFull refund granted less $25 administration fee\, if received in writing 14 days before the class. NO REFUNDS if cancelled within 13 days of the class or for No Shows or for registrations received after that date. Attendee substitutions OK. \nConsent to Use of Photographic Images\nRegistration\, attendance and/or participation in SDDS’ courses/events constitutes an agreement by the registrant/sponsor to SDDS’ use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs\, videos\, electronic reproductions\, and audio of such events and activities.
URL:https://www.sdds.org/event/gm-is-it-possible-predictability-limitations-and-heroics-in-tooth-preservation/
LOCATION:2200 Harvard St\, Sacramento\, CA 95815\, 2200 Harvard St\, Sacramento\, California\, 95815\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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SUMMARY:GM – Diabetes\, Oral Health and GLP-1 Medications
DESCRIPTION:Diabetes\, Oral Health and GLP-1 Medications (In-person course)\n3 CEU\, Core • Member Price: $89 early (ends 10/27)\nRegistration cost details: $89 early (ends 10/27) / $99 regular (ends 11/8) / $109 late (begins 11/9) \nIn this presentation we will explore the connection with GLP-1 medications and body chemistry. We will review the diabetes and oral health connection\, discover the direct link between GLP-1s\, blood sugar\, and oral health\, and examine how these drugs impact diabetes management.\nCourse Objectives: \n\nReview the connection between Diabetes and Periodontal Disease. What are the latest statistics?\nDiscuss the popular GLP-1 medications: Ozempic\, Wegovy\, Mounjaro and Zepbound\nRecognize the side Effects of GLP-1 medications have with Oral Health\n\n\n \nKim Lucas Benton\, DDS\, MPH\, FICD\, FACD\nDr. Benton received her DDS from Meharry Medical College\, School of Dentistry\, and her MPH from Capella University.  She is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Diagnostic Sciences at the University of the Pacific\, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry (UOP) and currently serves as the Director of the Pacific Health Care Collaborative and Sacramento Programs at UOP. Dr. Benton’s capstone while in graduate school focused on Diabetes and the Oral Health Connection. She is passionate about “spreading the word” to know your numbers and get screened for Diabetes.   \n \nSign up online » \nCancellation/Refund Policy\nFull refund granted less $25 administration fee\, if received in writing 14 days before the class. NO REFUNDS if cancelled within 13 days of the class or for No Shows or for registrations received after that date. Attendee substitutions OK. \nConsent to Use of Photographic Images\nRegistration\, attendance and/or participation in SDDS’ courses/events constitutes an agreement by the registrant/sponsor to SDDS’ use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs\, videos\, electronic reproductions\, and audio of such events and activities.
URL:https://www.sdds.org/event/gm-diabetes-and-oral-health/
LOCATION:2200 Harvard St\, Sacramento\, CA 95815\, 2200 Harvard St\, Sacramento\, California\, 95815\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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