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2021 LDA Summer Education Conference Agenda Wednesday, June 23 : C.E. Course 8 a.m. to noon Thursday, June 24 : C.E. Course 8 a.m. to noon Friday, June 25: C.E. Course 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 26: C.E. Course 8 a.m. to noon |
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| Speakers & Course Descriptions |
| Wednesday, June 23, 2021 (8 a.m. to noon) |
| Speaker: Richard Small |
| Course Title: Fortress Risk Management Course (for discount on insurance) |
| Lecture: 4 Non-Clinical C.E. Hours |
| Course Description |
In this course, closed dental malpractice claims will be analyzed to identify how and when dentists and their staff can implement risk management and ethical principles to enhance patient safety and reduce untoward outcomes. Topics include extractions and implants, failure to diagnose, nerve injury, and patient selection and management considerations. There are no prerequisites.
| Learning Objectives |
- Apply clinical risk management strategies to improve patient safety, mitigate associated risk factors, and reduce untoward outcomes and malpractice claims
- Implement strategies to help prevent failure to diagnose allegations
- Recognize the potential effect technology and applied risk management can have on mitigating and managing nerve injury
Mr. Small practices law in Michigan. He spent the first 20 years of his law practice defending dentists in court in Michigan and other states. He became an insurance agent for OMSNIC and Fortress in 2000. Mr. Small is currently the Executive Director and General Counsel for the Michigan Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, and the Great Lakes Society of Oral Surgeons. He also represents the Council of Michigan Dental Specialties and sits on the Michigan Dental Association Access to Care Study Group.
Richard teaches risk management courses at several dental schools, writes articles on avoiding litigation in a variety of periodicals and lectures frequently on many aspects of dental malpractice litigation around the country. He comes from a family of dentists. Mr. Small has nothing to disclose.
Speaker: Pam VanArsdell
Course Title: Foods that fight Cancer
Lecture: 4 Clinical Hours
| Course Description |
Research suggests that nearly 50% of all cancers are preventable and related to our lifestyles with 30% of cancers attributed to dietary factors. But food can work in our favor, to reduce our risk of cancer IF we eat the right foods, prepared in the right way. In this session, several different food families and their anti-cancer phytochemicals will be discussed. We will also discuss the most common mechanisms by which these foods fight cancer. Findings from cancer research focusing on chemoprevention of particular foods will be discussed. Tips from research about how to prepare these foods to preserve maximum potency of the important cancer fighting phytochemicals in the foods will be shared. Current dietary recommendations for cancer prevention from the World Health Organization and the American Institute of Cancer Research will be discussed. Resources will be shared to help participants continue learning even after this session.
- Describe the mechanisms by which certain foods fight cancer
- Define polyphenols and phytochemicals
- List the phytochemicals and foods that research has found to be protective against
cancer
- Describe evidenced based preparation tips that will help preserve cancer fighting
phytochemicals in foods
| Speaker Biography |
Dr. VanArsdall graduated from the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry in 1990. She has a Master's degree in Public Health with a concentration in health behavior. She practiced general dentistry for 13 years and then became a full-time faculty member at the University of Kentucky in the College of Medicine's Department of Anatomy and Neurobiology where she taught and conducted research. In 2009, she became a full-time faculty member at the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry teaching geriatrics and public health and continuing to conduct health research. She is the past Academic Dean of the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry and is currently a professor and the Director of Education for the grant “Eradicate Oral Cancer in Eastern Kentucky.” She has published funded research in the Journal of the American Dental Association, the Journal of Dental Research, the Annals of Long Term Care, Alzheimer’s & Dementia, and the Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association.
Dr. VanArsdall has a holistic approach to health. She is a certified health and wellness coach and trained as a plant based professional chef. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, running, gardening, cooking and spending time with her friends and family, especially her grandson, Henry.
Friday, June 25 (8 a.m. to noon)
Speaker:
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Lecture: 4 Clinical Hours
Course Description:
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Saturday, June 26 (8 a.m. to noon)
Speaker: Dr. Liz Kidder
Course Title: Exude Excellence From the First Phone Call to the Final Restoration
Lecture: 4 Clinical Hours
| Course Description |
In this course, participants will learn how to truly exude excellence in dentistry, from their patients' first contact with the office, through the end of their treatment and throughout their continued relationships. Subjects covered will include: tips on streamlining communication, both with patients and among team members, favorite products and materials we've found to be most valuable in our practice, and how to enhance the patient experience in every aspect of their interactions with your office.
| Learning Objectives |
Participants that take this course will:
- Leave with tangible, easy to implement strategies to improve communication, not only with patients, but also amongst their teams.
- Learn details about specific clinical tips, materials, and products that have been proven to improve clinical outcomes, and patient experiences.
- Have a newfound appreciation for every aspect of the patient experience, and have insights to improve it on every level.
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| Registration Information |
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Category |
Early Registration (Available until 6/1/2021) |
Late Registration (Available 6/2- 6/18) |
On-Site Registration |
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LDA Member |
$349 |
$399 |
$424 |
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ADA Member |
$429 |
$479 |
$504 |
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Non Member |
$549 |
$599 |
$624 |
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Hygienist |
$165 |
$215 |
$240 |
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Associate Member |
$130 |
$180 |
$205 |
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Other Staff |
$139 |
$189 |
$214 |
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Retired Volunteer License |
$99 |
$149 |
$174 |
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Dental Student |
$99 |
$149 |
$174 |
Join us for a lunch reception Friday, June 25. Menu TBA.
C.E. Registrant FREE until 6/1, after $29.95
Adult Guest $30.95 until 6/1, after $40.95
Children (12 and under) $12.95 until 6/1, after $15.96
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Refunds and Cancellation Requests To receive a refund, all requests must be postmarked or sent no later than the day before each meeting begins. You may send your request to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or fax to (225) 926-1886. Registration and course cancellation/refund requests must be in writing. |
| Event Host Hotel |
| Hilton Pensacola Beach, FL |
These rates are applicable for the 2021 LDA Summer Conference. Reserve your room by May 21, 2021. The group code is LDC.
Book Your Reservation ONLINE: https://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/P/PNSPEHF-LDC-20210622/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG
Attendees can call the hotel directly at 1(866) 916-2999.
You have so many great reasons to get away. The good news is, Hilton Pensacola Beach is the perfect solution for all the right reasons.
Check-in begins at 4 p.m. and check-out time is 11 a.m.
| Type of Room | Nightly Rate | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Standard Room | $275 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Gulf Front Room | $305 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1 Bedroom Suite | $355 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2 Bedroom Suite | $455 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3 Bedroom Suite | $545 |
This rate does not include tax or fees.
