Future presentations by Mary Ellen and/or Greg
Psaltis, dates and contacts for currently scheduled events.
For more complete information regarding program contents, go
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Directors.
Friday, September 27, 2019
Getting Past “Uh-oh,”
“No” and Helicopters
Pediatric dentistry is unique since it requires dentists to
successfully communicate with both children and
parents and manage their behaviors as well as one’s own. Principles
of behavior management are discussed
and shown in videos with patients in treatment and how to handle
them. Dentistry focuses on technical
aspects of work, but in pediatrics it is only possible by proper
handling of patients. The parents? They are
the entertainment and promotional program, not the “problem” that
most believe.
"I
Was on the Internet Last Night"
We
all
have had the experience of patients (or parents of patients)
coming in to our practices and questioning
our treatment recommendations because of their new-found knowledge
they obtained from the internet. In this
course, we will explore why this is happening so frequently, what
ramifications it can have on your practice
and how to deal with it. Specific issues, such as primary pulp
medicaments, fluoride and sealant materials will
be discussed with the controversies surrounding them. Tools for
dealing with this increasing phenomenon
will help practitioners to communicate more effectively when faced
with demands from patients.
Virginia Dental Meeting, Richmond, VA
Contact: Megan Wyman, Director of Continuing Education and Meeting
Planning (804) 523-2193
Thursday-Saturday, Feb 20-22, 2020
Valuable Tips for Volunteer Trips
Perhaps you've read or heard about health care
professionals who have traveled to foreign countries
to provide treatment to the disadvantaged. Do you wonder how can
they do it? In this program, you
can learn about several programs that allow you to participate
immediately in international mission
trips. If travel isn’t what you are seeking, you will also hear
suggestions for participating in local
projects that can fulfill your desire to provide care for those
who are less fortunate than you.
Create Your Own Dental Mission Project
The focus of this class
will be discussing how Dr. Psaltis created two programs in
Mexico. Legalities,
and logistics will be discussed; photographs and videos
of the programs are part of the discussion.
Also covered are the many aspects of setting up a project that
fits your specific needs. This program
will possibly have you taking your dreams of helping others to
the next step.
Getting Past “Uh-oh,” “No” and Helicopters
Pediatric dentistry is unique since it requires dentists to
successfully communicate with both children and
parents and manage their behaviors as well as one’s own. Principles
of behavior management are discussed
and shown in videos with patients in treatment and how to handle
them. Dentistry focuses on technical
aspects of work, but in pediatrics it is only possible by proper
handling of patients. The parents? They are
the entertainment and promotional program, not the “problem” that
most believe.
Chicago Midwinter Meeting, Chicago, IL
Contact: Dr. Ted Borris, Director of Scientific Programs,
312-836-7312
Friday-Saturday, March 6-7, 2020
Getting Past “Uh-oh,”
“No” and Helicopters
Pediatric dentistry is unique since it requires dentists to
successfully communicate with both children and
parents and manage their behaviors as well as one’s own. Principles
of behavior management are discussed
and shown in videos with patients in treatment and how to handle
them. Dentistry focuses on technical
aspects of work, but in pediatrics it is only possible by proper
handling of patients. The parents? They are
the entertainment and promotional program, not the “problem” that
most believe. (Parts 1-2 on Friday
morning, Part 3 on Saturday morning)
"I
Was on the Internet Last Night"
We
all
have had the experience of patients (or parents of patients)
coming in to our practices and questioning
our treatment recommendations because of their new-found knowledge
they obtained from the internet. In this
course, we will explore why this is happening so frequently, what
ramifications it can have on your practice
and how to deal with it. Specific issues, such as primary pulp
medicaments, fluoride and sealant materials will
be discussed with the controversies surrounding them. Tools for
dealing with this increasing phenomenon
will help practitioners to communicate more effectively when faced
with demands from patients. (Friday p.m.)
"Dental Divas: Dealing with Dental Drama" presented by Mary
Ellen Psaltis Is
your work place fulfilling or frustrating? Optimizing your work
environment is essential for your everyone's
success and well-being. However, working together can be fraught
with conflict and unresolved issues even
though women (the majority of dental employees) are know to be
nurturing and helpful. Why is it so hard?
Is there one person who seems to ruin it for everyone else? Or
does it go deeper? This lively presentation will
increase your understanding of the underlying dynamics that can
create conflict and also create understanding
and cooperation. We will cover thoughtful ideas for transforming
your office environment. (Saturday morning)
"Problem Parents? No Problem!" presented by Greg and
Mary Ellen Psaltis Are you among those who think that parents are the problem
in children’s treatment in a dental office? In this
informative program you will learn to identify parents’ hidden
agendas, why parents behave in different ways
and some shortcut clues to dealing effectively with parents. These
simple, but remarkably effective skills will
enhance your communications when presenting treatment plans,
scheduling appointments or teaching oral
hygiene techniques. Are parents really the problem or is it
our understanding of them? (Saturday afternoon)
Pediatric dentistry is unique since it requires dentists to
successfully communicate with both children and
parents and manage their behaviors as well as one’s own. Principles
of behavior management are discussed
and shown in videos with patients in treatment and how to handle
them. Dentistry focuses on technical
aspects of work, but in pediatrics it is only possible by proper
handling of patients. The parents? They are
the entertainment and promotional program, not the “problem” that
most believe.
"I
Was on the Internet Last Night"
We
all
have had the experience of patients (or parents of patients)
coming in to our practices and questioning
our treatment recommendations because of their new-found knowledge
they obtained from the internet. In this
course, we will explore why this is happening so frequently, what
ramifications it can have on your practice
and how to deal with it. Specific issues, such as primary pulp
medicaments, fluoride and sealant materials will
be discussed with the controversies surrounding them. Tools for
dealing with this increasing phenomenon
will help practitioners to communicate more effectively when faced
with demands from patients.
"Think
and Work Like a Pediatric Dentist"
Pediatric dentistry is far more than filling
teeth on little people. It is managing behavior, understanding
facial development, establishing successful treatment plans and
performing the appropriate procedures.
This course will stimulate your thinking about dental age,
sequential care and management tools for
successful care for children in a general practice. If you have
ever wondered “how pediatric dentists can
handle kids,” you’ll find out here.
Thursday, April 30, 2020 (lectures to be determined)
Iowa Dental Meeting, Des Moines, IA
Contact: Stacy Hilsbeck, Conference Coordinator, (515 331-2298, Ext.
104
Friday, June 5- Friday June 12, 2020
Bites, Bytes and Bites
This program will span a variety of topics,
ranging from pediatric preventive and interceptive orthodontics
(Bite #1), to issues with parental demands based on their internet
“education” (Byte #2) to nutritional
guidance for a healthier life (Bite #3). The final section will
include a session about no bites, namely
managing the behavior in the pediatric dental setting. The
specifics on the courses are:
Pediatric Preventive and
Interceptive Orthodontics
This course will include a discussion of space
maintenance, oral habits and simple corrections of crossbites
and other developmental issues. It is not intended as a
comprehensive orthodontic program, but will
emphasize pediatric procedures.
I was on the Internet
Last Night
With this particular issue becoming greater all
the time, the focus here will be on how it has arisen, grown and
become, at times, a headache for practitioners.Specific strategies for
dealing with various issues will be included.
Food as Your Farm-acy
Daily food choices create the foundation for
your overall health and ultimately the health of your practice. We
will cover eating plans, food strategies, hidden influences, sugar
awareness and current topics. We will look at
the food we can eat (or not) and identify action steps, both large
and small, that add up a lifetime of well-being.
Getting Past “Uh-oh,”
“No” and Helicopters
Behavior management in the pediatric dental
setting is key to success in both the technical and the social
aspects
of dental care for children. This session will include videos to
illustrate points about managing oneself, the child
and the parents.
Continuing Education, Inc, University at Sea
Contact:
https://universityatsea.com/coursedetails.php?program_number=3016
Friday, Oct 2, 2020 (lectures to be determined)
University of North Carolina, School of Dentistry, Continuing
Education
Contact: Dr. Michael Roberts, (919) 537-3781
Thursday- Friday, Oct 28-9, 2020 (lectures to be
determined)
"Stainless Steel Crowns are a Snap" (Hands on course) Do primary tooth crowns mystify you? They always sound so simple—right
up until you try them on a live
pediatric patient. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how
to diagnose properly for stainless steel crowns.
Next you will be able to see the proper preparation and
placement technique (including a live demonstration)
and then perform it yourself on a typodont. At the end of this
workshop you will agree that these restorations
are a snap!
Getting Past “Uh-oh,” “No” and Helicopters
Pediatric dentistry is unique since it requires dentists to
successfully communicate with both children and
parents and manage their behaviors as well as one’s own. Principles
of behavior management are discussed
and shown in videos with patients in treatment and how to handle
them. Dentistry focuses on technical
aspects of work, but in pediatrics it is only possible by proper
handling of patients. The parents? They are
the entertainment and promotional program, not the “problem” that
most believe.
"Food as your Farm-acy" presented by Mary Ellen Psaltis
The food choices you make are the foundation for your optimal health
- and the health of your
practice. The results even touch your patients. You will learn how
to take powerful steps daily
that can add up to a lifetime of optimal well-being and also take
home helpful tips.
"Do These Genes Make Me Look Fat?" presented by Mary Ellen
Psaltis
Can we blame our genes for our health woes? Are we victims or agents
of change? We know
nutrition is integral to our health, but we need to get our brains
and thoughts working with us.
Learn top strategies that support your body and your life.
Ontario Dental Association Meeting, Toronto, ON
Contact: Teresa Tomessetti, Conference and Events Coordinator,
416-355-2259
"Dental Divas: Dealing with Dental Drama" presented by Mary
Ellen Psaltis Is
your work place fulfilling or frustrating?
Optimizing your work environment is essential for your everyone's
success and well-being.
However, working together can be fraught with conflict and
unresolved issues even though
women (the majority of dental employees) are know to be nurturing
and helpful. Why is it so hard?
Is there one person who seems to ruin it for everyone else? Or
does it go deeper?
This lively presentation will increase your understanding of the
underlying dynamics that can create conflict
and also create understanding and cooperation. We will cover
thoughtful ideas for transforming your office
environment.
"Stainless
Steel Crowns are a Snap" (Hands on course) Do primary tooth crowns mystify you? They always sound so simple—right
up until you try them on a live
pediatric patient. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how
to diagnose properly for stainless steel crowns.
Next you will be able to see the proper preparation and
placement technique (including a live demonstration)
and then perform it yourself on a typodont. At the end of this
workshop you will agree that these restorations
are a snap!
"Nutrition Ignition: The Science and the Sense" presented by
Mary Ellen Psaltis
The vast sea of nutrition information is difficult to navigate. With
ads, fads and crazy science it is
challenging to discern what is actually beneficial. Increase your
food awareness with the best of
science and sense in order to make sound, appropriate choices. The
actions you take on a daily
basis make a difference in the overall health of you, your practice
and your patients.
Plus learn top tips in incorporate into your healthy living right
now.
"Food as your Farm-acy" presented by Mary Ellen Psaltis
The food choices you make are the foundation for your optimal health
- and the health of your
practice. The results even touch your patients. You will learn how
to take powerful steps daily
that can add up to a lifetime of optimal well-being and also take
home helpful tips.
"Heart Work is Not Hard"(Volunteering to your highest good)
Perhaps you've read or heard about health care professionals who
have traveled to foreign countries to provide
humanitarian treatment to the disadvantaged. How can they do that,
you wonder. In this program, learn about several
existing programs that would allow you to participate immediately
and also about how Dr. Psaltis created two programs
in Mexico. Legalities, logistics and the rich rewards will be
discussed with visual support of photographs and videos of the
programs in action. This program will touch your heart and possibly
have you taking your dreams of helping others to the
next step.
"Do These Genes Make Me Look Fat?" presented by Mary Ellen
Psaltis
Can we blame our genes for our health woes? Are we victims or agents
of change? We know
nutrition is integral to our health, but we need to get our brains
and thoughts working with us.
Learn top strategies that support your body and your life. (Friday
11:00 a.m. - noon)
"Nutrition Ignition Quiz and Latest Buzz" presented by Mary
Ellen Psaltis
Test your nutrition knowledge with a quiz. With a light-hearted
attitude we will examine fun food facts
and design healthy strategies for every day living. We will touch on
health in the news and you can pick up
ideas to integrate into your life. (Sat. 11:00 - noon)
Getting Past “Uh-oh,”
“No” and Helicopters
Pediatric dentistry is unique since it requires dentists to
successfully communicate with both children and
parents and manage their behaviors as well as one’s own. Principles
of behavior management are discussed
and shown in videos with patients in treatment and how to handle
them. Dentistry focuses on technical
aspects of work, but in pediatrics it is only possible by proper
handling of patients. The parents? They are
the entertainment and promotional program, not the “problem” that
most believe.
"Primary Pulp Therapy" This
one hour presentation will discuss several primary tooth pulp
therapy medicaments and techniques.
Included will be pulpotomy procedures and pulpectomy (primary root
canals) as well.
"Getting Green" in the Health Pavilion Save money,
save time, be kind to the environment and get more greens in your
body. We each make
powerful choices every day. Up your participation in the game of
life with greater health and well-being.
Collect ideas for daily living that bring green to your wallet, your
plate and your world.
"To B or Not to B"
(Behavior Management from a new Perspective)
Have you ever wondered why pediatric dentists love their work?
Imagine seeing nothing but… (gulp) children
all day long! For some of you, this may sound like the worst of
your nightmares come true. Attend this engaging,
fun and informative program and discover many of the simple keys
to unlocking the best kept secret in dentistry—
the joy of treating children. The presentation includes audience
participation exercises that enhance the understanding
of the child’s experience in the dental setting. Just for fun,
we will also discuss handling the parents so that they can
be helpful rather than a hindrance.
"Pediatric Preventive and
Interceptive Orthodontics"
In this program there will be a thorough review of all space
maintainers used in pediatric dentistry as well as
some active appliances for space-regaining and cross-bite
correction. Diagnosis of early orthodontic referrals
will also be discussed to clarify which cases can and should be
referred early and which ones can wait. Habits
and their management will be covered as well. Finally, the
techniques for banding and impression-taking for all
appliances are illustrated during the program.
"Baby Steps"
(Infant and Preschool Dental Care for General Dentists)
Emphasis is now being placed on establishing a dental home for all
children upon eruption of the
first tooth or at 12 months of age. It is essential that all dental
care providers become skilled at the
steps necessary to make these visits successful for both the child
and parents. This course discusses
developmental ages, appropriate guidelines and clinical tips.
"A
New GPS"
Whether
you
are in your first year out of your training program or just short
of retirement, this presentation is for you. Stimulate
your thoughts and activate practical, achievable steps to increase
your enjoyment of work and assure that your investment of time,
money and effort will continue to pay off over a lifetime. Drawing
upon the advice of several dental experts (as well as others
from outside of dentistry), the material will help you establish a
plan to enhance your professional and personal life. Both
realistic
and fun, your new GPS will guide you to the place you’ve always
wanted to be.