There is an interesting and complex history of autism. The condition has many controversies. The program will discuss many of the challenges facing these individuals in the community. Behavior guidance skills and an understanding of the related medications are essential. Throughout the presentation numerous references to the dental office will be made.

This course provides dentists with a practical, evidence-informed approach to the diagnosis and management of temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJD).
Participants will gain a working understanding of TMJ anatomy, biomechanics, and pathophysiology as they relate to occlusal splints, pharmacologic strategies, and surgical considerations.
Emphasis is placed on clinical reasoning, pain science, and decision-making to help clinicians confidently screen and evaluate patients, implement effective in-office management strategies, and determine appropriate referrals.
The course also highlights interdisciplinary collaboration, equipping participants with actionable tools and insights they can apply in their practice the very next day.

Course Objectives:
1. Understand TMJ anatomy, biomechanics, and pathophysiology relevant to splint therapy, surgery, and pharmacologic treatment.
2. Strengthen clinical reasoning skills using pain science to guide TMJD diagnosis, management, and referral.
3. Enhance interprofessional collaboration skills when working with multidisciplinary teams caring for patients with TMJD.

Creating a Culture of Success® is the foundation of a thriving dental practice—one built on 80% repeat and referral patients. In this course, you will discover the key systems and behaviors that make your practice a magnet for loyal patients, top-tier talent, and 5-star reviews. Participants will explore what truly sets a practice apart—qualities that competitors cannot copy—and learn how to strengthen reputation, elevate patient experience, and boost production and profitability. You will also uncover simple, proven strategies your team can implement immediately, including a powerful (and free!) tool that energizes team performance, a habit that dramatically increases case acceptance, and the secrets of top-performing teams that consistently achieve exceptional results. Making your practice stand out so that the best patients know who you are, where to find you, and why they should choose you has never been more critical—and this course will show you how.

Dental AI has moved beyond experimentation—it’s delivering measurable, repeatable results at scale. Drawing on real-world implementations across 50,000 clinicians in North America, this lecture distills five proven wins: improved case acceptance, clearer patient conversations, earlier clinical detection, faster documentation, and more efficient operations.

You’ll learn how to separate outcomes from hype, what “good” adoption looks like in a practice, and what’s coming next across patient care, revenue cycle management, and beyond. You’ll leave with practical adoption strategies and a clear playbook you can bring back to your team and use immediately.

This program will discuss why a comprehensive evaluation of symptoms is necessary for successful treatment. The interdisciplinary treatment approach allows for success in therapies by appropriate healthcare providers, and at what point in therapy is a referral indicated. An overview of how structural and postural changes of the head, neck, and TMJ joints can be directly related to breathing.

Restorative dentistry is a core part of daily general practice. Each patient presents unique challenges, and our goal is to deliver the best possible outcomes together. This session will demonstrate how to achieve beautiful, efficient, and streamlined results using proven protocols.

Topics include isolation techniques, adhesive strategies, and both posterior and anterior composite restorations with a focus on esthetics.

Root canal therapy doesn't have to be a horror story. However, when key steps are missed, even routine cases can turn into clinical nightmares. This engaging and eye-opening session explores the top 7 most common mistakes general practitioners make during endodontic treatment that can lead to post-op pain, persistent infection, or complete treatment failure. From missed canals to inadequate irrigation, poor obturation, and flawed restorations, you'll learn how to identify, prevent, and correct these critical errors.

Through a series of vivid clinical cases, radiographic images, and real-life outcomes, Dr. Aziz Alfarra breaks down the red flags and shares practical solutions you can implement immediately in your daily practice. Whether you’re doing your own endo or referring out, this lecture will sharpen your diagnostic eye and help you save more teeth, with fewer surprises.

The typical general dentist will administer over 1500 cartridges of local anesthetic a year. Mastering the available techniques and choosing the right anesthetic can make the difference between an easy appointment and a frustrating experience. After laying the foundation, anesthetic choices and techniques will be discussed using case presentations.

Dentistry is more than fillings and crowns; it’s about people, purpose, and the life you create along the way. In this workshop, Karan Nijhawan will help you step back from the day-to-day stress of running a practice and rediscover what truly matters to you. You’ll learn how to reduce stress, set bigger and more meaningful goals, and design what Karan calls an Upgraded Life...one where you feel fulfilled both inside and outside the operatory. Expect practical tools, honest conversations, and a renewed sense of clarity for your life and career.

In today’s dental environment, your presence matters just as much as your clinical expertise. Whether interacting with patients, colleagues, or your team, how you show up influences trust, communication, and overall success. This powerful session is designed specifically for dental professionals who want to elevate their image, strengthen team dynamics, and lead with confidence.

You’ll learn how to harness your professional presence to make a positive, lasting impact—both chairside and in the wider dental community. Grounded in the ABCs of success—Appearance, Behavior, and Communication—this training provides practical tools to help you and your team shine in every interaction.

You’ll walk away with:
• Practical strategies to enhance your presence in the practice and online.
• Insight into how your image influences patient trust, team cohesion, and leadership effectiveness.
• A clear action plan to strengthen your personal brand and professional influence.