Future presentations by Mary Ellen and/or Greg
Psaltis, dates and contacts for currently scheduled events.
For more complete information regarding program contents, go
to Courses
or Program
Directors.
Friday, October 6 2017
"Getting Past 'Uh-oh,' 'No' and 'Helicopters'" (Behavior Management in the Pediatric Dental Setting)
Pediatric dentistry is unique in that each appointment requires that
the dentist must successfully communicate
with both children and parents and manage everyone's behavior
including oneself. In this program, principles of
behavior management are discussed and demonstrated in video footage
showing actual patients in treatment
and how to best handle them. While dentistry often focuses on the
technical aspects of our work, in this specialty,
it is only through effective handling of patients that our technical
work can be at its best. And the parents? They
are the entertainment and promotional program, not the “problem”
that most people believe.
"Sugar Bugs and Sleepy Juice: A
Potpourri of Practical Pediatric Dental Pearls"
Caring for pediatric dental patients is far
more than simply filling baby teeth. It is an entire art form that
includes communications, unique
skill sets, a different perspective and clinical equipment that
facilitates the actual treatment. In this program, the many aspects
of success with the child patient will be discussed, including
management tools, equipment, materials, local anesthesia skills,
plus the astonishing satisfaction that grows out of the
relationship that is developed with the child patient. This
course is a “must”
for practitioners who see pediatric patients.
Pennsylvania Peak Group (Master Track AGD), State College, PA
Contact: Dr. Rick Knowlton, RdKnowlton@aol.com
Thursday, January 18, 2018
"Getting Past 'Uh-oh,' 'No' and 'Helicopters'" (Behavior Management in the Pediatric Dental Setting)
Pediatric dentistry is unique in that each appointment requires that
the dentist must successfully communicate
with both children and parents and manage everyone's behavior
including oneself. In this program, principles of
behavior management are discussed and demonstrated in video footage
showing actual patients in treatment
and how to best handle them. While dentistry often focuses on the
technical aspects of our work, in this specialty,
it is only through effective handling of patients that our technical
work can be at its best. And the parents? They
are the entertainment and promotional program, not the “problem”
that most people believe.
"So Little Room, So Much to See" (The Complete Pediatric Dental Exam)
Every pediatric dental examination is like a new patient examination
simply because of the dynamics of growth
and development. Furthermore, there is much to see in the mouths of
children other than caries and loose teeth.
This program thoroughly covers all aspects of the pediatric dental
examination including recognition of anomalies,
growth and development, symmetry and balance of the dentition and
other components that make examinations
on children far from routine. Both clinical and radiographic
photographs illustrate the areas of discussion.
Rocky Mountain Dental Conference, Denver, CO
Contact: Shelley Fava, Director of Conventions and Events (303)
488-9700 x3273
Friday- Saturday, January 26-27, 2018
"Getting Past 'Uh-oh,' 'No' and 'Helicopters'" (Behavior Management in the Pediatric Dental Setting)
Pediatric dentistry is unique in that each appointment requires that
the dentist must successfully communicate
with both children and parents and manage everyone's behavior
including oneself. In this program, principles of
behavior management are discussed and demonstrated in video footage
showing actual patients in treatment
and how to best handle them. While dentistry often focuses on the
technical aspects of our work, in this specialty,
it is only through effective handling of patients that our technical
work can be at its best. And the parents? They
are the entertainment and promotional program, not the “problem”
that most people believe.
"But Aren't They Just Baby Teeth?" (Answers
to Common Questions from Parents of Pediatric Patients)
You've heard these words and can't help thinking, "Another
ignorant parent." There aren't really ignorant-- they're
just working from old beliefs or experiences. The ability to
answer common questions insures better understanding
of the pediatric dental issues and creates more trust. This
program covers questions routinely heard from parents of
pediatric patients and covers a broad spectrum of topics. Included
are primary anterior trauma, treatment planning,
"rotten teeth," timing of initial examinations and more.
Practitioners who treat children will benefit from this
engaging course.
"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 and
anterior composite crowns.Next
you will be able to see the proper preparation and placement
techniques
for both (including a live demonstration) and then perform them
yourself on a typodont. At the end of this
workshop you will agree that these restorations are a snap!
Oregon Academy of General Dentistry, Portland, OR
Contact: Laura Seurynck, RDH, MS, Executive Director (503) 228-6266
Saturday, February 24, 2018
"Sugar
Bugs and Sleepy Juice: A
Potpourri of Practical Pediatric Dental Pearls"
Caring for pediatric dental patients is far
more than simply filling baby teeth. It is an entire art form that
includes communications,
unique skill sets, a different perspective and clinical
equipment that facilitates the actual treatment. In this
program, the many aspects
of success with the child patient will be discussed, including
management tools, equipment, materials, local anesthesia skills,
plus the astonishing satisfaction that grows out of the
relationship that is developed with the child patient. This
course is a “must”
for practitioners who see pediatric patients.
"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.
Chicago Midwinter Meeting, Chicago, IL
Contact: Ted Borris, Director of Scientific Programs, CDS, (312)
836-7312
Friday, March 9-10, 2018
"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 and
anterior composite crowns.Next
you will be able to see the proper preparation and placement
techniques
for both (including a live demonstration) and then perform them
yourself on a typodont. At the end of this
workshop you will agree that these restorations are a snap!
(Friday a.m. and p.m.)
"A
Potpourri of Practical Pediatric Dental Pearls"
Caring for pediatric dental patients is far
more than simply filling baby teeth. It is an entire art form that
includes communications,
unique skill sets, a different perspective and clinical
equipment that facilitates the actual treatment. In this
program, the many aspects
of success with the child patient will be discussed, including
management tools, equipment, materials, local anesthesia skills,
plus the astonishing satisfaction that grows out of the
relationship that is developed with the child patient. This
course is a “must”
for practitioners who see pediatric patients.
(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.
(Thursday a.m.)
"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 a.m.)
"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 and
anterior composite crowns.Next
you will be able to see the proper preparation and placement
techniques
for both (including a live demonstration) and then perform them
yourself on a typodont. At the end of this
workshop you will agree that these restorations are a snap!
(Friday p.m. and Saturday a.m.)
"Getting Past 'Uh-oh,' 'No' and 'Helicopters'" (Behavior Management in the Pediatric Dental
Setting)
Pediatric dentistry is unique in that each appointment requires that
the dentist must successfully communicate
with both children and parents and manage everyone's behavior
including oneself. In this program, principles of
behavior management are discussed and demonstrated in video footage
showing actual patients in treatment
and how to best handle them. While dentistry often focuses on the
technical aspects of our work, in this specialty,
it is only through effective handling of patients that our technical
work can be at its best. And the parents? They
are the entertainment and promotional program, not the “problem”
that most people believe.(Friday a.m.)
"So Little Room, So Much to See" (The Complete Pediatric Dental Exam) Every pediatric dental examination is like a
new patient examination simply because of the dynamics of growth
and development. Furthermore, there is much to see in the mouths of
children other than caries and loose teeth.
This program thoroughly covers all aspects of the pediatric dental
examination including recognition of anomalies,
growth and development, symmetry and balance of the dentition and
other components that make examinations
on children far from routine. Both clinical and radiographic
photographs illustrate the areas of discussion. (Friday
p.m.)
"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 and
anterior composite crowns.Next
you will be able to see the proper preparation and placement
techniques
for both (including a live demonstration) and then perform them
yourself on a typodont. At the end of this
workshop you will agree that these restorations are a snap!
(Saturday a.m. and p.m.)
Midwest Dental Conference, Kansas City, MO
Contact: Amy Windau, Manager Dental Continuing Education (816)
235-2142
Thursday-Friday, April 26-27, 2018
"So Little Room, So Much to See" (The Complete Pediatric Dental Exam) Every pediatric dental examination is like a new
patient examination simply because of the dynamics of growth
and development. Furthermore, there is much to see in the mouths of
children other than caries and loose teeth.
This program thoroughly covers all aspects of the pediatric dental
examination including recognition of anomalies,
growth and development, symmetry and balance of the dentition and
other components that make examinations
on children far from routine. Both clinical and radiographic
photographs illustrate the areas of discussion.
"Getting Past 'Uh-oh,' 'No' and 'Helicopters'" (Behavior Management in the Pediatric Dental Setting)
Pediatric dentistry is unique in that each appointment requires that
the dentist must successfully communicate
with both children and parents and manage everyone's behavior
including oneself. In this program, principles of
behavior management are discussed and demonstrated in video footage
showing actual patients in treatment
and how to best handle them. While dentistry often focuses on the
technical aspects of our work, in this specialty,
it is only through effective handling of patients that our technical
work can be at its best. And the parents? They
are the entertainment and promotional program, not the “problem”
that most people believe.
"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 and
anterior composite crowns.Next
you will be able to see the proper preparation and placement
techniques
for both (including a live demonstration) and then perform them
yourself on a typodont. At the end of this
workshop you will agree that these restorations are a snap!
(Fri a.m. and p.m.)
Star of the North Meeting, St. Paul, MN
Contact: Tasha Strait, Scientific Sessions Committee, 612-616-1009
Friday, May 18, 2018
"So Little Room, So Much to See" (The Complete Pediatric Dental Exam) Every pediatric dental examination is like a new
patient examination simply because of the dynamics of growth
and development. Furthermore, there is much to see in the mouths of
children other than caries and loose teeth.
This program thoroughly covers all aspects of the pediatric dental
examination including recognition of anomalies,
growth and development, symmetry and balance of the dentition and
other components that make examinations
on children far from routine. Both clinical and radiographic
photographs illustrate the areas of discussion.
"Restore Your Confidence in Pediatric Restorative Care" Do pulpotomies and
stainless steel crowns mystify you? What materials are being used
to fill baby
teeth? Why do pediatric dentists seem to put so many stainless
steel crowns on children’s teeth?
Answers to these questions and more await you in this program.
Diagnosis, treatment planning
and all the latest techniques are discussed in detail during this
comprehensive pediatric restorative
dentistry program. Local anesthesia, air abrasion technology,
anterior strip crowns and primary
pulp therapy are all discussed in addition to the routine
restorative procedures.
Stark County Dental Society, Canton, OH
Contact: Laura Deforest, Executive Director, (330)
305-6637
Saturday, May 26, 2018
"Revisiting Behavior Management-- The Basics Still Work'"
Pediatric dentistry is unique in that each appointment requires
that the dentist must successfully communicate
with both children and parents and manage everyone's behavior
including oneself. In this program, principles of
behavior management are discussed and demonstrated in video
footage showing actual patients in treatment
and how to best handle them. While dentistry often focuses on
the technical aspects of our work, in this specialty,
it is only through effective handling of patients that our
technical work can be at its best. And the parents? They
are the entertainment and promotional program, not the “problem”
that most people believe.
"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.
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Annual Meeting,
Honolulu, Hawaii
Contact: Tonya Almond, CMP, (312-337.2169 x18)
Friday-Saturday, September 6-8, 2018
(exact date to be determined)
"Getting Past 'Uh-oh,' 'No' and 'Helicopters'"
(Behavior Management in the Pediatric Dental Setting)
Pediatric dentistry is unique in that each appointment requires
that the dentist must successfully communicate
with both children and parents and manage everyone's behavior
including oneself. In this program, principles of
behavior management are discussed and demonstrated in video
footage showing actual patients in treatment
and how to best handle them. While dentistry often focuses on
the technical aspects of our work, in this specialty,
it is only through effective handling of patients that our
technical work can be at its best. And the parents? They
are the entertainment and promotional program, not the “problem”
that most people believe.
"Sugar
Bugs and Sleepy Juice: A Potpourri of Practical Pediatric Dental Pearls"
Caring for pediatric dental patients is far more than simply
filling baby teeth. It is an entire art form that
includes communications, unique skill sets, a different
perspective and clinical equipment that facilitates the
actual treatment. In this program, the many aspects of success
with the child patient will be discussed,
including management tools, equipment, materials, local
anesthesia skills, plus the astonishing satisfaction that
grows out of the relationship that is developed with the
child patient. This course is a “must” for practitioners
who see pediatric patients.
Southwest Dental Conference, Dallas, TX
Contact: Jane Evans, Conference Director (972) 386-5741, ext 226
Friday- Saturday, October 19-20, 2018
"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! ( repeated three times on Friday)
"Primary Pulp Therapy" This one hour presentation will discuss several primary
tooth pulp therapy medicaments and the latest philosophy
and techniques. Included will be pulpotomy procedures and
pulpectomy (primary root canals) as well. (Sat. a.m.)
"Getting Past 'Uh-oh,' 'No' and 'Helicopters'"
(Behavior Management in the Pediatric Dental Setting)
Pediatric dentistry is unique in that each appointment requires
that the dentist must successfully communicate
with both children and parents and manage everyone's behavior
including oneself. In this program, principles of
behavior management are discussed and demonstrated in video
footage showing actual patients in treatment
and how to best handle them. While dentistry often focuses on
the technical aspects of our work, in this specialty,
it is only through effective handling of patients that our
technical work can be at its best. And the parents? They
are the entertainment and promotional program, not the “problem”
that most people believe. (Sat. p.m.)
American Dental Association Annual Meeting, Honolulu, Hawaii
Contact: Narcisia Despoiu, Speaker Coordinator, ADA, despoiun@ada.org
Sunday, November 11, 2018
"So Little Room, So Much to See" (The Complete Pediatric Dental Exam) Every pediatric dental examination is like a
new patient examination simply because of the dynamics of growth
and development. Furthermore, there is much to see in the mouths
of children other than caries and loose teeth.
This program thoroughly covers all aspects of the pediatric dental
examination including recognition of anomalies,
growth and development, symmetry and balance of the dentition and
other components that make examinations
on children far from routine. Both clinical and radiographic
photographs illustrate the areas of discussion.
"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.
Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA
Contact: Kathleen Moore, Director of Continuing Eductaion (909)
558-4685
Friday, May 3, 2019 (lectures to be determined)
Michigan Dental Meeting, Detroit, MI
Contact: Shawna Owens, CMP, Manager of Continuing Eductaion (517)
372-9070 ext. 402
"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.
"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)
"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.