2024 ODA Annual Meeting Event Program

ANNUAL MEETING 2024 Oklahoma Dental Association’s

Welcome from the ODA President

On behalf of the Oklahoma Dental Association, I am pleased to extend a warm welcome to the 2024 ODA Annual Meeting in Oklahoma City!

This year’s meeting promises to be an enriching experience filled with opportunities for networking, learning, and professional growth. As the ODA President, I am particularly excited to see professionals like you gather to exchange insights, share best practices, and collaborate on advancing the field of dentistry.

The theme this year, “Stronger Than Ever,” showcases the growth of ODA’s membership this past year and our commitment to increasing member engagement, particularly in our advocacy and policy work.

Our collective efforts are even more powerful with more members getting involved

in setting our priorities and goals, creating relationships with lawmakers, and making important decisions for the future. If you’re not already serving in a leadership or volunteer role with ODA, we’d love to have you on board.

At this year’s Annual Meeting, you’ll hear from speakers on a wide variety of topics, reflecting the many types of attendees we have. There’s something for everyone in the dental industry at this conference, and I am confident that you will find inspiration and valuable takeaways to apply within your own organizations.

Moreover, the Annual Meeting serves as an excellent platform to forge new connections and strengthen existing ones. I encourage you to take full advantage of the social events on Thursday night, Friday morning, and Friday afternoon, and engage with your peers from diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise. It is through these interactions that we can foster innovation and drive positive change in our respective spheres.

As a participant, your presence contributes to the vibrancy of this event, and your support allows us to continue bringing high-caliber, relevant, and talented speakers each year. Your insights and contributions during the meetings and sessions will enrich the discourse and propel our collective mission forward, and we thank you for signing up and showing up.

I would like to express my appreciation to our sponsors, speakers, planning committee members, and staff who have worked to make this event possible. Their work is instrumental in ensuring a seamless and rewarding experience for all attendees.

A special thanks to event co-chairs Jennifer Jenkins, DDS and Sara Spurlock, DDS who led the 2024 Annual Meeting Planning Committee and helped secure speakers, identify session topics, raise funds, and spread the word. They are also the keynote speakers at Friday’s Lunch & Learn and are award winners this year.

Once again, welcome to the 2024 ODA Annual Meeting. I look forward to meeting you personally and sharing in the excitement of this remarkable event.

Paul S. Wood, DDS Oklahoma Dental Association President

ANNUAL MEETING 2024

Welcome from the ODAA

Welcome from the Oklahoma Dental Assistants Association!

Our theme for this meeting is Strength In Numbers! ODAA has been busy working to bring an exciting and informative meeting to all dental team members.

Please join us Friday morning for “Scanning with a Purpose: The Digital Revolution in Restorative Care and Patient Education” with Kelly McClure and Ashley Sutherland. In the afternoon, Sheila Todd will present “Infection Control in Practice.”

Come to our membership table in the Exhibit Hall for refreshments and a chance to meet officers from the American Dental Assistant Association and our local ODAA to learn more about our organization.

The ODAA encourages all dental assistants to reach their full potential as dental team members. Our goal is to advance the profession of dental assisting in Oklahoma through education and encouragement for dental assistants.

Becky Streeter, CDA President, Oklahoma Dental Assistants Association (ODAA)

EXHIBIT HALL INFO

The Exhibit Hall is an integral part of the ODA Annual Meeting, offering attendees an opportunity to browse and discuss the latest advancements in products and technologies in dentistry. Be sure to stop in and talk with our partners and supporters, shop, and enter to win prizes!

Exhibit Hall Hours

Friday, April 12

7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Shop. Network. Learn. Explore.

Exhibit Hall Events

Morning Mixer sponsored by DentaQuest

Join your colleagues for coffee, morning cocktails, and networking at the Morning Mixer on Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. in the Exhibit Hall. All registered attendees receive a drink ticket in their packet.

BINGO Game

Grab a game card and visit participating Exhibit Hall booths to complete your BINGO card. Submit your completed card to ODA staff at the Registration Desk in the Exhibit Hall by 5:00 p.m. on Friday for a chance to win prizes! Winners will be announced between 5:00 and 6:00 p.m. at the ODA Reception. Must be present to win.

ODA Reception sponsored by Alliant

Come hang out and have a drink (or two!) on us at the ODA Reception on Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the Exhibit Hall. Shop the booths and play BINGO while you’re there. All registered attendees receive two drink tickets in their packet.

Incentive Buying Program

ODA Members who spend $5,000 or more with exhibitors on Friday at the 2024 Annual Meeting will receive a free registration for next year’s conference in Tulsa!

How to Participate

To participate, ODA members must submit receipts totaling $5,000 or more to an ODA staff person at the Registration Desk during the 2024 ODA Annual Meeting.

Only purchases that were made during Exhibit Hall hours on Friday, April 12 will be accepted in order to receive the free registration for next year.

The Registration Desk is open Friday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday 6:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

No receipts will be accepted after Saturday, April 13 at 12:00 p.m.

AAID Maxicourse OKC

Advantage Dental

Alliant

Ameritas Insurance Co.

Ashton Gray, LLC

BancFirst

Brasseler USA

Burkhart Dental Supply

Catalyst Dental Allies

Cavitron Rescue

Chickasaw Nation Dept. of Health

Commerce Bank

Complete Clarity Training, LLC

Crest/Oral B (Procter & Gamble)

Dental Depot

DentalHQ

DentaQuest

Doctors Disability Specialists

Edward Jones

Elite Anesthesia Associates

Epic Dental Studios

Farmers Bank

First Citizens Bank

First Liberty Bank

Garfield Refining

Gumline Marketing

Haleon Consumer Healthcare

Henry Schein Dental

Huntington Bank Practice Finance

Insurance Answers Plus

Kaylor Dental Lab Inc

Liberty Dental Plan

LumaDent Inc.

Massco Dental

Midwest Dental Equipment & Supply

Millennium Dental Technologies, Inc.

National Dentex

NBC Oklahoma

Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline, a program of TSET

OraPath

Patterson Dental

Pearl Street Dental Partners

Positive Impact Dental Alliance

Purevida Water Technologies

Q-Optics

RCB Bank

Shofu Dental Corporation

Solutions Dental Lab

Suction Solutions

SurgiTel

The Bite Shop Dental Lab

Woody & Associates, CPAs, PLLC

Works 24

Zachary Gray Films

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Thursday, April 11

8:00 a.m. - 10:00

Registration Desk open 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. in Exhibit Hall

ODA Past Presidents Breakfast Room 205

Morning Mixer, sponsored by DentaQuest Exhibit Hall

Opening Session: Parul Dua Makkar, DDS Exhibit Hall Classroom

When a Dentist Dies of Oral Cancer - The Need for Early Diagnosis

Session: Judy Kay Mausolf - Delivering W.O.W. Service Room 302

Session: Irene Iancu, RDH, CTDP Room 207

How to Prevent, Manage and Restore White Spot Lesions and Caries

Session: Melissa Seibert, DMD Exhibit Hall Classroom Esthetic Class IV, Diastema Closure and Composite Mastery

CONVENTION CENTER

FIRST FLOOR

SECOND FLOOR

THIRD FLOOR

ODA Annual Meeting 2024

GENERAL INFORMATION

CLASSROOM ETTIQUETTE

Please be courteous to other meeting attendees and silence your mobile devices during all courses. If you must use your phone, please step outside the classroom.

NAME BADGES

All attendees at the ODA Annual Meeting must register and wear a name badge. Entrance to each classroom is strictly limited to attendees wearing a 2024 ODA Annual Meeting name badge and will be checked at the entrance.

PAID SESSIONS & EVENTS

Registration fees do not include additional paid sessions. Space is limited at all sessions, and ticketed/paid sessions may sell out. Spots are filled on a first come, first served basis. If you would like to attend a paid session for which you did not pre-register, please go to the registration desk to reserve your spot and purchase your ticket.

REGISTRATION DESK HOURS

The Annual Meeting Registration Desk will be open:

Friday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. in the Exhibit Hall

Saturday 6:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in the Convention Center Lobby

SCHEDULE CHANGES

Although we don’t anticipate any, the schedule of events for the Annual Meeting is subect to change, including days, times, locations, speakers, and topics. ODA will do its best to communicate changes to registrants as soon as possible.

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ODA Annual Meeting 2024

OBTAINING CE CREDITS

The Oklahoma Dental Association will provide Annual Meeting attendees with an electronic Verification of Participation Form for each course they attend in order to obtain continuing education (CE) credits. Credits are assigned by the ODA and/or ODAA on an hour-for-hour basis.

To access the course surveys, visit okda.org/CEsurveys or scan the QR code to the right, then click the link to take the survey. Once completed, you will receive a link to download your certificates.

A link will also be emailed to all attendees the week following the Annual Meeting.

Please note: ODA’s Annual Meeting CE credits are not PACE or CERP certified, although they are compliant with all rules governing those programs. The Oklahoma State Board of Dentistry has pre-approved all ODA Annual Meeting courses, and courses will count toward continuing education for licensure in the State of Oklahoma, but they may not be applicable toward national level fellowships or other programs.

Oklahoma practitioners are responsible for submitting their own CE documentation to the Oklahoma Board of Dentistry. Please review the updated requirements online at ok.gov/dentistry. Out-of-state practitioners are responsible for submitting necessary continuing education documentation to their individual state’s Board of Dentistry to receive credits.

If you have trouble with the surveys or receiving the verification, please email jjohnson@okda.org.

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ENGAGING AS A GLOBAL CORPORATE CITIZEN

When Henry and Esther Schein opened the doors of their pharmacy, they firmly believed that a special culture, deeply-held values, and a commitment to giving back to the community would prove to be a recipe for a successful business. Nine decades later, we have adhered to the idea that "doing good" for the professions and communities we serve strengthens the ability of the Company to "do well." This idea was exemplified by the establishment of our corporate social responsibility program, Henry Schein Cares, in 2001.

We pursue this mission in partnership with more than 4,000 supplier partners and more than 1 million health care providers, who serve 1 billion patients around the world. Our unique position within the health care ecosystem enables us to engage each of our stakeholders to fulfill our mission as a global corporate citizen to make the world healthier.

OUR APPROACH

Commitment to Social Responsibility

En g agement in Gl o bal H ealth Leadershi p

• Helping save lives through innovative models to prepare for and respond to healthcare emergencies

• Advocating for health equity, access to healthcare for all and improving health systems, in the context of the UN SDGs

• Forging partnerships to promote wellness, prevention, and oral health as primary care

• Raising awareness to lessen the burden of non-communicable diseases such as heart disease, cancers, diabetes, and oral diseases

• Collaborating across sectors and with international organizations including the World Economic Forum, World Health Organization, UN, and CDC

Partnership with the Healthcare Profession

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

It is our mission to promote an environment for our Team Schein Members where diversity and inclusion thrives to best support the diversity of our customers, the patients they serve and society at large.

• Employee Resource Groups to foster inclusion and engagement

• Strategic recruiting partnerships to advance diversity

• External commitments to demonstrate accountability

• Strong external partnerships that share our D&I mission

• Continued focus on supplier diversity

• Education of all Global leaders on key concepts and equity based actions to drive Diversity and Inclusion

Henry Schein Cares focuses on the following five pillars:

Parul Dua Makkar, DDS

Dr. Parul Dua Makkar completed her Bachelor of Science from the University of Central Oklahoma in 1999, Magna Cum Laude and then earned her DDS from the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry in 2003. She practiced in Alberta, Canada before moving to New York. In New York, she completed a GPR training at Staten Island University Hospital in 2007 and has been in private practice since. She is the owner of PDM Family Dental in Long Island, NY, where she resides in with her husband and two boys.

Dr. Makkar’s life took a different trajectory when she lost her only and younger sibling, Dr. Manu Dua, to oral cancer last year. He was a dentist as well. Since his death, she devotes her time educating doctors and patients alike about risk factors, prevention and advocating for early diagnosis of oral cancer. She has co-authored several dental journal articles,

Dr. Makkar has been featured in the American, Canadian and British Dental Journals. She is the recipient of the Denobi Awards 2022, as well as Long Island Excellence in Healthcare 2022, and Power Woman of Long Island 2022. She has also been awardedthe Outstanding Women’s Achievement Award by Indian American Forum 2023 and named Healthcare Hero in May 2023. She has also co-authored of the book ‘Life Interrupted, Dr. Dua’s Survival Guide’ which is a winner of CIPA EVVY Award for Motivational/ Inspirational books and was named a Distinguished Favorite by the NYC Big Book Award. Dr. Makkar is currently serving as a Wellness Ambassador to the American Dental Association and is a Fellow of the American College of Dentists.

Dr. Makkar can be reached at Parul@parulduamakkar.com and is active on Instagram at @pdmfamilydental or @duagoodjob. Website: www.parulduamakkar.com

OPENING SESSION

When a Dentist Dies of Oral Cancer: The Need for Early Diagnosis

FRIDAY | 8:00 AM-9:00 AM

One (1) CE Hour | Category B

Location: Exhibit Hall Classroom

Course Description

Early detection and early treatment are the key to surviving oral cancer diagnoses. As dental professionals on the front line, diligence in screening during examination is crucial for early detection and diagnosis.

In this essential course, we will identify patient risk factors, explore the statistics, and discuss the importance and effectiveness of HPV vaccinations. Together we will delve into the basic screening examination and documentation protocols, as well as illuminate signs, symptoms, and enhanced early detection tools. Together we will explore staging and treatment options. We will also give emphasis to skills for communicating results and referral protocols.

Course Objectives

• What is oral cancer vs oropharyngeal cancers and why rates are increasing

• What are risk factors

• How to document lesions, soft tissue, hard tissue

• When and whom to refer

• How to screen patients and screening importance

• How to help patients undergoing cancer treatments

• Sharing a personal aspect of cancer presented lectures to dentists, has been a guest on several podcasts, and created her own podcast. She believes oral care is the gateway to overall wellbeing and aims to have open conversations with her patients.

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SPEAKERS & COURSE INFO

Irene Iancu, RDH, CTDP

Irene is a practicing dental hygienist and orofacial myologist who founded and owns Toothlife Studio in Toronto. She is a theoretical and clinical educator at Oxford College, international speaker, author, podcaster, and social media expert. Irene is a peer and quality assurance mentor contracted by the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario, a writer for The National Board of Dental Hygiene Examination, and a regular contributor to Oral Hygiene Magazine. She originally graduated with a political science degree but changed course after completing the dental hygiene program in 2007 from Oxford College. Her greatest passion is working with children and orthodontists to retrain facial muscles in order to break damaging habits.

She is active on Instagram at @toothlife.irene and @toothlifestudio Website: www.toothlifeirene.ca

How to Prevent, Manage and Restore White Spot Lesions and CariesFrom Traditional Fluoride Varnish to Creative DIY Techniques and Resin Infiltration

FRIDAY | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Three (3) CE Hours | Category B

Location: Room 207

Course Description

In this engaging event, you’ll dive into a comprehensive journey covering prevention, management, and sustained solutions for white spot lesions. From establishing a rock-solid foundation to exploring cutting-edge techniques and products, Irene has you covered. Elevate your practice and become a true white spot lesion conqueror. From basics to advanced solutions, this presentation is your gateway to transforming your patients’ smiles and oral health journey.

Course Objectives

• Grasp the underlying causes of white spot lesions and caries and discover approaches to avert them

• Acquire proficiency in the conventional application of fluoride varnish

• Review the mechanics of resin infiltration and its pivotal role in managing early-stage carious lesions.

The RDH Checklist for Implant Maintenance and Identifying Failure

FRIDAY | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Three (3) CE Hours | Category B

Location: Room 207

Course Description

In the dynamic landscape of implant dentistry, achieving enduring success with dental implants hinges on a profound comprehension of failure recognition and meticulous maintenance protocols. Join Irene for a comprehensive lecture designed to provide the checklist you didn’t know you needed to bring back to practice with you and spice up your maintenance protocols. This session will furnish you with the knowledge and proficiency required to optimize patient outcomes.

Course Objectives

• Identify Clinical Indicators of Implant Complications, recognize the clinical signs of implant failure

• Utilize radiographic assessment effectively to detect early bone loss and identify possible issues

• Develop evidence-based strategies for diagnosing and managing peri-implantitis

• Implement Specialized Maintenance Protocols: Apply specialized techniques and instruments to perform professional cleaning around dental implants without compromising their integrity

OKLAHOMA DENTAL ASSOCIATION

ANNUAL MEETING

SAVE THE DATE

APRIL 11- 12, 2025

SOUTHERN HILLS MARRIOTT, TULSA

SPEAKERS & COURSE INFO

Judy Kay Mausolf

Judy Kay Mausolf is a speaker, author, and dental culture specialist with expertise in helping others be happier and more successful. She coaches dentists and their teams how to become better leaders, communicate effectively, work together better and deliver service with more focus and passion which result in cultivating a happier, healthier and higher performing culture. She is Past President of National Speakers Association, Director of Sponsoring Partners for the Speaking Consulting Network, and a leader in consulting by Dentistry Today. She is author of three books; “TA-DAH!,” “Delivering W.O.W. Service,” and “Rise & Shine!” and is a contributing author for many dental magazines.

She is active on Instagram at @practicesolutionsinc Website: www.practicesolutionsinc.net

Delivering W.O.W. Service: People Will Forget Everything Except How You Made Them Feel

FRIDAY | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Three (3) CE Hours | Category B

Location: Room 302

Course Description

Research shows that practices that build their office environment around serving the patient own and dominate the market. Customer service is often confusing, complex and vague! “I’m satisfied” means nothing in today’s world. Set yourself apart from your colleagues. Learn principles for strengthening communication skills, practice brand, and service standards. Illuminate the patient decision making processes to create lasting impressions and exceptional experiences. Inspire the entire team to deliver W.O.W. service with more passion and focus!

Course Objectives

• Understand W.O.W. Patient Philosophy and illuminate a W.O.W. Decision Making Process

• Learn techniques to make W.O.W. Impressions and recognize essentials of W.O.W. Branding

• Identify how to spot opportunities that create W.O.W. Touch Points

• Understand W.O.W. Service Standards Concepts

Communication Solutions: Attitudes, Breakdowns, and Conflict Resolutions

FRIDAY | 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Three (3) CE Hours | Category B

Location: Room 302

Course Description

Discover how to elevate your communication to a level that inspires open communication, prevents breakdowns, resolves conflict and builds trust and respect resulting in high performing team and patient relationships! Learn the skills to communicate positively and effectively with different and even difficult personalities. Discover formats to hold positive, effective and efficient huddles and team meetings. Transform attitudes from toxic to tremendous and create a positive environment where everyone looks forward to coming to the office.

Course Objectives

• Learn verbal skills to communicate effectively with difficult and different personalities

• Learn steps to address and resolve conflict

• Establish protocols that eliminate gossip and Identify behaviors that elevate trust and respect

• Discover methods that turn toxic attitudes to tremendous

• Inspire a culture of appreciation and celebration and learn fundamentals for effective huddles and team meetings

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SPEAKERS & COURSE INFO

Melissa Seibert, DMD

Session sponsored by Brasseler USA

Dr. Melissa Seibert is a dentist proudly serving in the U.S. Air Force and is the creator and host of the top clinical dental podcast, Dental Digest, which helps dentists to stay on the cutting edge of evidence-based dentistry. Dr. Seibert is the deputy program director of the AEGD at Langley AFB and Clinical Instructor at Creighton University School of Dentistry. She is a key opinion leader, consultant, and author of numerous articles, and she lectures to national and international audiences. Her areas of interest include restorative dentistry, adhesive dentistry, digital dentistry, and prevention. Dr. Seibert founded the Advanced Interdisciplinary Mastermind – a study club comprised of top-tier clinicians. She received her Doctorate of Medicine in Dentistry at the University of Louisville. Prior to that, she received her Bachelor of Science degree and commission as an Officer in the United States Air Force from the U.S. Air Force Academy.

She is active on Instagram at @dr.melissa_seibert and @dental_digest_podcast

Website: www.dentaldigestinstitute.com

Esthetic Class IV, Diasterma Closure and Composite Mastery

FRIDAY | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Three (3) CE Hours | Category B

Location: Exhibit Hall Classroom

Course Description

Throughout the program, participants will explore the intricate details of anterior tooth anatomy, color matching, and shade selection. Understanding the nuances of light reflection, translucency, and surface texture becomes paramount in this course, as participants learn how to replicate the characteristics of natural teeth in their restorative work. Participants will learn nuanced details about composite artistry. They will also learn tips and tricks for diastema closure.

Course Objectives

• Understand the fundamental esthetic principles related to Class IV restorations, including smile design, facial proportions, and the impact of color on overall esthetics

• Develop proficiency in tooth anatomy, light reflection, and translucency to replicate the natural characteristics of anterior teeth

• Learn techniques for closing a diastema with composite

Hands-On Session: Mastering the Esthetic Class IV and Diasterma Closure

FRIDAY | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Three (3) CE Hours | Category

B

Location: Room 202

* This is a ticketed event. Additional fees apply and pre-registration is required.

Course Description

In this course, participants will learn how to successfully create esthetic Class IV restorations and close a diastema with composite. This course offers dental professionals a comprehensive learning experience, combining theoretical insights with practical skills to master the art of anterior tooth restoration. This course is designed to empower participants with the expertise needed to create seamless and aesthetically pleasing Class IV restorations and diastema closure.

Course Objectives

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• Learn techniques for creating an esthetic class IV composite restoration

• Become aware of shade matching principles with composite and learn how to close a diastema with composite

• Develop an understanding for case selection with composite

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SPEAKERS & COURSE INFO

Jennifer Jenkins, DDS and Sara Spurlock, DDS

Session sponsored by OraPath

Dr. Jennifer Jenkins and Dr. Sara Spurlock became friends at the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry. While their paths initially went in different directions, in 2014 Jennifer joined Sara in Norman and they began cultivating their dental practice. Both doctors are committed to advancing their profession through science and have achieved this by dedicating themselves to continuing their education. In 2022, Dr. Jenkins and Dr. Spurlock completed all nine courses from the world-renowned Kois Center in Seattle, WA.

Their experience and knowledge gained at Kois enabled them to implement a successful periodontal program, and they have found fulfillment in partnering with patients to effectively treat periodontal disease and realized genuine success in improving the health of their patients. It was at the Kois Center where their passion for oral integrative medicine was ignited.

In their free time, both doctors have obligations to their profession serving as President and Vice President of the Central District, co-lead triage for the Oklahoma Mission of Mercy, and serve on boards for the Oklahoma Dental Association and Board of Dentistry. Dr. Jenkins is active in the Sooner Rotary Club of Norman, OK serving as president during 2022-2023, and Dr. Spurlock serves on the Norman Regional Hospital Foundation Board. Both doctors serve on the Children’s Hospital Foundation Board.

In addition to dedication to their patients, practice, community, and profession, Drs. Jenkins and Spurlock are dedicated to their families. Dr. Jenkins and her husband, Justin, have two children, Jase and Jax. Dr. Spurlock and her husband, Jay, have three childrenAnna, Will, and John Henry.

Drs. Spurlock and Jenkins are active on Instagram at @dds_norman Website: www.normandentist.com

Lunch & Learn: Bugs & Bites – The Role of Salivary Diagnostics in Modern Dentistry

FRIDAY | 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

One (1) CE Hour | Category B

Location: Room 208

* This is a ticketed event. If you have not already registered and would like to attend, please go to the Registration Desk to purchase a ticket.

Course Description

The mouth is the first glimpse inside the body, and much can be learned about one’s overall health by doing a thorough evaluation. Salivary diagnostics are a critical component of a thorough oral evaluation. The treatment of periodontal disease not only improves oral health, but also reduces the risk of severe health consequences. Identifying the pathogens lends resolution.

Course Objectives

• Gain the ability to prescribe appropriate and specific antibiotics in conjunction with mechanical therapeutics, such as scaling and root planing, garnering the most predictable treatment outcomes.

• This course will highlight common oral pathogens as well as their systemic risks and a guide to implement salivary testing as part of your patient’s periodontal and oral microbiome assessment.

SPEAKERS & COURSE INFO

Carolyn Kittell, DDS

Hands-on course supplies provided in part by Cosmedent

Dr. Carolyn Kittell is an expert in restorative and cosmetic dentistry and owner of a thriving private practice, Smile Essentials, outside of Denver in Greenwood Village, CO. She received her Bachelors in Business Administration, Bachelors of Science in Dental Hygiene, and Doctor of Dental Surgery all from the University of Oklahoma. She is a dedicated knowledge seeker, and through her practice’s transition from analog to digital, she has created a state-of-the-art, in-house dental lab. Dr. Kittell has developed 3DFreeForm, a direct composite technique that incorporates digital smile design, 3D printing and composite techniques for beautiful direct composite restorations.

Dr. Kittell is active on Instagram at @carolynkdds and @smileessentialsdentistry

Website: www.smileessentialsdental.com

What You Need to Know Before Creating an In-House Lab in Your Practice

SATURDAY | 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

One (1) CE Hour | Category B

Location: Room 207

Course Description

Digital dentistry has changed the way many dentists are practicing. In this course, you will be taken through my practice’s transition from analog to in-house digital lab. From Milling to 3D Printing Workflows, I will share my experience and offer tips for making the transition as smooth as possible for you and your team.

Course Objectives

• Brief overview of digital technologies and workflow

• Choosing a mill that fits your practice: Chairside vs 5 Axis Mills (puck)

• Recommendations for Incorporating 3D Printing into your practice

• In-house lab workflow – tips on managing scheduling, team member roles and patient expectations

• Where is the ROI?

Hands-On Session: 3DFreeForm: Digitally Assisted Anterior Composite Restorations

SATURDAY | 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Three (3) CE Hours | Category B

Location: Room 207

* This is a ticketed event. Additional fees apply and pre-registration is required.

Course Description

3DFreeForm combines digital 3D printing technology and freehand direct composite techniques to achieve predictable and aesthetic anterior restorations. This technique minimizes chair time by eliminating the hardest part of most anterior composite restorations by utilizing a digitally designed 3D printed matrix with established proximal contacts and incisal edge position. Freehand direct composite techniques are used to finish the restoration and achieve the beauty and shine that direct composite provides. All levels of digital aptitude are welcome. Participants will be given instructions on how to communicate with their lab for design and fabrication of 3DFreeForm matrix/restoration.

Course Objectives

• Review the indications and practical application of the 3DFreeform Technique

• Gain confidence in achieving predictable and beautiful anterior composite restorations by reviewing cosmetic principles such as morphology, material selections and color science.

• An overview of adhesion and finishing protocols of the 3DFreeform Matrix/Restoration

SPEAKERS & COURSE INFO

Dunn Cumby, DDS, MPH

Dr. Dunn Cumby attended the University of Oklahoma for his undergraduate degree and continued on to earn his MPH and DDS, also from the University of Oklahoma. He was the first black man to graduate from OU’s College of Dentistry in 1976 – the same year he founded his private dental practice and became a faculty member at the school. Dr. Cumby worked as the division head in community dentistry at the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry for more than 43 years and oversaw the Community Dental Health Coordinator Pilot Training Program. Dr. Cumby sold his practice and retired from full time work in 2019, but he continues to teach Introduction to Ethics at the College of Dentistry today. In addition to his dental career, Dr. Cumby is an ordained deacon for the Catholic Archdiocese of Oklahoma City, a 4th Degree Black Belt, and a World Taekwondo referee.

Breakfast & Learn: Ethics

SATURDAY | 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Two (2) CE Hours | Category B

Location: Room 208

* This is a ticketed event. If you have not already registered and would like to attend, please go to the Registration Desk to purchase a ticket.

Course Description

J. Eric Hopkins, DDS

Dr. J. Eric Hopkins has been performing general dentistry in Shawnee, Oklahoma since receiving his DDS from the University of Oklahoma in 1989, and he has been performing advanced dental implant procedures since completing the AAID Maxicourse in New York, NY in 1999. He achieved board certification with the ABDS in 2018 following successful completion of the oral and written examinations for the American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry (ABOI/ID) the same year. Dr. Hopkins is a Diplomate of the ABOI and a Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. He teaches various aspects of implant dentistry, from simple to complex, through Hopkins Implant Institute as well as the L-PRF class for accreditation of dental auxiliaries, and serves as the Director of the AAID Maxicourse Oklahoma City.

L-PRF: What Is It and Why Is It So Super Cool?

SATURDAY | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Two (2) CE Hours | Category B

Location: Room 302-C

The use of blood concentrates can jump start the healing process by utilizing the patient’s own concentrated healing factors. The use of Leukocyte-Platelet Rich Fibrin (L-PRF) and Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) in conjunction with everyday dental surgery, from general extractions to complex procedures, allows for faster recovery, better results and less pain for the patient. We’ll discuss the nature of L-PRF and it’s many uses.

Course Objectives

• Introduction to the benefits of blood concentrates.

• Identify the many uses for L-PRF.

• Learn how to incorporates L-PRF into your dental practice.

SPEAKERS & COURSE INFO

Brian Baliwas, DDS

Dr. Brian Baliwas received his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from University of California Davis, followed by his doctorate in dentistry from the University of the Pacific in San Francisco, where he graduated with high honors. He is also a graduate of the Kois Center. He has received several awards for his outstanding clinical work in the areas of esthetic dentistry, oral implantology, restorative dentistry, and endodontics. Dr. Baliwas teaches part-time at the University of the Pacific Dental School in the Department of Integrated Reconstructive Dental Sciences, where he inspires his students to maintain a high level of commitment, passion, and pride in their dental work. Outside of the office, Dr. Baliwas enjoys traveling, working out, kayaking, gardening, collecting sneakers, and golfing.

Avant-Garde Marketing Strategies: Differentiating Your Practice from the Herd

SATURDAY | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Three (3) CE Hours | Category B

Location: Room 302-A

Clear Matrix Injection Molding

SATURDAY | 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Three (3) CE Hours | Category B

Location: Room 302-A

SPEAKERS & COURSE INFO

Lauren Lunday, DDS

Dr. Lauren Lunday is an Oklahoma native who obtained her undergraduate and dental degrees from the University of Oklahoma. She completed a surgical internship at the University of Miami, Jackson Memorial Hospital, and her residency training at Nova Southeastern University/Broward Health Medical Center/Memorial Regional Hospital System in South Florida. While at Nova, she was awarded the distinguished honor of “2016 Resident of the Year” by her colleagues, and also served as the Resident Organization of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons liaison. She was a recipient of the AAOMS scholarship for Resident Education and the Philip J. Boyne Memorial Scholarship. Dr. Lunday is a diplomate of the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and a Fellow of the American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons and the American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. She serves as a mentor for the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry and is a member of the American Dental Association, Oklahoma Dental Association, and the Oklahoma Society of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons. Dr. Lunday is a clinical assistant professor for the department of oral and maxillofacial surgery at OU COD and the OMS residency training program. Dr. Lunday is active staff at Baptist Medical Center, Mercy Hospital, and OU Health as well as serving on various committees for the Board of Dentistry. Dr. Lunday enjoys spending time with her twin sons, OU sports, pilates, and attending cultural events.

Lunch & Learn: Opioids

SATURDAY | 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Two (2) CE Hours | Category B

Location: Room 208

* This is a ticketed event. If you have not already registered and would like to attend, please go to the Registration Desk to purchase a ticket.

Dave Bolin, Armor CPR

Dave Bolin is the founder and owner of Armor CPR in Oklahoma City. With more than 20 years of EMS experience as an EMT and firefighter paramedic, Dave and his team provide professional training, AEDs, first aid equipment and the confidence to help save a life. All Armor instructors are experienced and certified in CPR+First Aid, Basic Life Saving for Dental and Medical Professionals, Bloodborne Pathogens OSHA courses, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, and Advanced Bleed Control.

Basic Life Support and CPR

SATURDAY | 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Three (3) CE Hours | Category B

Location: Room 205

* This is a ticketed event. If you have not already registered and would like to attend, please go to the Registration Desk to purchase a ticket.

Course Description

The HSI Basic Life Support (BLS) program is for participants to gain or improve knowledge and skill proficiency in high-quality CPR skills and teamwork for the adult, child, and infant. Your hands-on training will consist of CPR/AED and BLS Airway procedures. HSI Basic Life Support (BLS) reflects the latest resuscitation science and treatment recommendations published by the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR), and it conforms with the 2020 American Heart Association (AHA) Guidelines Update for CPR and ECC and the annual Guidelines Update.

SPEAKERS & COURSE INFO

Kelly McClure, RDH presented by the Oklahoma Dental Assistants Association

Kelly McClure graduated from Coastal Bend College with a degree in Dental Hygiene. She has practiced hygiene for 23 years with the mission to establish trust with her patients and create systems and protocols to grow the hygiene department. Kelly, along with two other hygienists, co-founded a consulting company called Hygiene Solution to help doctors and practices understand their potential and increase revenue without compromising patient care. After her time with Hygiene Solution, Kelly joined Align Technology as a Digital Adoption Specialist. In this role, she works with teams to implement the Align Digital Platform and is particularly passionate about helping dental professionals transform their approach to patient education.

Kelly and her husband, Steve, have two children, Abby and Jackson. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, and cheering on the University of Arkansas Razorbacks, where her daughter Abby recently started attending college.

Scanning with a Purpose:

Ashley Sutherland presented by the Oklahoma Dental Assistants Association

Ashley Sutherland grew up in northwestern Oklahoma, and at a young age she knew she wanted to pursue a career in the dental field. After high school, she pursued her passion by enrolling in the dental assisting program at Platt College and has now been in the dental field for over 18 years. During that time, she became an iTero mentor with Heartland Dental where she taught other offices how to educate their patients on the importance of health and occlusion. Because of her expertise in scanning, she became a DA mentor for two years before joining Align Technology to continue her passion of helping dental teams fully implement digital scanners. She loves spending time with her nieces and nephew, walking her dog, and traveling as much as possible.

The Digital Revolution in Restorative Care and Patient Education

FRIDAY | 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Two (2) Hours CE | Category B

Location: Room 209

* This is a ticketed event. If you have not already registered and would like to attend, please go to the Registration Desk to purchase a ticket.

Course Description

Digital intraoral scanners are rapidly replacing PVS as the standard of care for a wide range of dental procedures. In this course, we will discuss the limitations of PVS and the benefits of digital impressions including improved accuracy, efficiency, and patient experience. Additionally, you will receive an overview of diagnostic and patient education capabilities in modern intraoral scanners which are designed to enhance communication and improve case acceptance. You’ll also see a live demonstration of a scan and receive valuable hands-on training with the iTero intraoral scanner.

Course Objectives

• Recognize the benefits of digital impressions in restorative, preventative, and orthodontic workflows

• Experience enhanced patient education applications on modern scanners designed to improve communication

• Learn to scan with a live hands-on opportunity

SPEAKERS & COURSE INFO

Course Objectives

Sheila Todd presented by the Oklahoma Dental Assistants Association

Sheila Todd is an Infection Control Consultant and Regional Account Manager for Hufriedy Group, where she has worked for more than nine years. She was previously a Senior Territory Manager for Dentsply Sirona. Sheila attended the University of Oklahoma, and is a dental speaker, consultant, and educator.

Infection Control

FRIDAY | 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Three (3) Hours CE | Category B

Location: Room 209

* This is a ticketed event. If you have not already registered and would like to attend, please go to the Registration Desk to purchase a ticket.

• Importance of Infection Control Principles and Practices

• Purpose of CDC guidelines and standard precautions

• Review of sterilization flow and processing

• Learn strategies to maximize efficiency and safety of instrument processing

• Understand why it is important to test and treat dental unit waterlines

• Learn how to optimize the quality of the water delivered to patients

*price listed for custom abutment only

Titanium Screw Retained

Gold Hue Screw Retained

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Cooper Tate Producer Cooper.Tate@alliant.com

Lydia Christine Producer Lydia.Christine@alliant.com

Oklahoma Dental Association’s Annual Meeting 2024

AWARD WINNERS

DR. ROBERT HERMAN Public Service Award

DR. ROBERT LAMB

Dan E. Brannin Award for Professionalism and Ethics and

James A. Saddoris

Lifetime of Leadership Award

DR. RIEGER WOOD

Robert K. Wynne Memorial Award for Dental Education and Public Information

DR. PAUL MULLASSERIL

Richard T. Oliver Legislative Award

DR. SARA SPURLOCK

President’s Leadership Award

DR. TABITHA ARIAS

Young Dentist of the Year Award

DR. JENNIFER JENKINS

President’s Leadership Award

DR. CLAY ANDERSON & DR. ROB MULLER Presidential Citations