Sip & C.E. in Sonoma Valley
Dates: September 16-18, 2026
Location: Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa
100 Boyes Boulevard | Sonoma, CA 95476
Meeting Room Name: Kenwood Ballroom 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Main Hotel: (707) 938-9000
Hotel Information
Check In/Out Times
Check-in Time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out Time: 11:00 a.m.
Hotel Room Pricing
Rooms are available September 15 – September 19, 2026
Prices
· Regular Rooms: $425 per night (Run of House- You can request a king or 2 queens but you are not guaranteed a particular room type at check-in. We suggest requesting your room type when you reserve your room.)
· Discounted suite upgrades of $565.00 Mon-Thu and $695.00 on Fri/Sat for Mission or Vineyard Suites, based on availability at time of request
Descriptions of guest rooms are available at- http://www.fairmont.com/sonoma/ or otherwise available by calling Global Reservations Centre at 1 (800) 441-1414.
Additional Occupants:
· A third person sharing a room will be charged an additional $50.00 per night. There will be no charge for children up to and including the age of 18 years who share with their parents. Maximum occupancy is (3) adults per room.
Resort Fee
· $10 per night—See below for the amenities that are included for this fee.
· -Unlimited basic internet access in guest rooms and resort public areas- wireless and wired
- ALL members receive an upgrade to premium speed internet access
- ALL premium members receive access to in-room movies
- On-site shuttle service to Sonoma Plaza or Sonoma Golf Club - based upon availability, not available for group transfers*
- Access to PressReader, digital newspaper app 4 Client Initials Hotel Initials
- Use of bicycles, based on availability
- Lawn games and bocce ball court
- Wine Country welcome bottle of wine (in-room)
-Daily wine tasting 4:30pm-5:30pm
-Docent-led hikes on Saturday and Sunday*
- Local, domestic long distance and toll free calls
- Art Gallery rotating exhibit
- Sparkling Wine Country arrival experience
- Yoga and fitness classes
- Access to fitness center
Parking
· $49 per vehicle, per night
or
· $29 for day use only
Reservations
Make your reservation here: LDA Fall 2026 Meeting - Start your reservation
Reservations due by: Monday, August 17, 2026
Speakers
Dr. Justin Jellin, ART
He co-authored the research article “Dental and Physical Therapy Faculty Collaborate in Assessing and Education Dental Students on Musculoskeletal Disorders,” which was published in the Journal of Dental Education.
Dr. Noëlle M. Santucci, MA, RDH
Dr. David Balhoff
Dr. Balhoff is a native of Baton Rouge and a graduate of Catholic High School. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree from Louisiana State University in 2000, Dr. Balhoff graduated from the Louisiana State University School of Dentistry in New Orleans, LA in 2006 with his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. He received the Dean’s Outstanding Senior Dental Student award and the LSUSD Alumni Association Leadership Award. Dr. Balhoff was a member of the C. Edmund Kells Honor Society and was awarded membership in the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Dental Society for outstanding academic and clinical achievement in his class. Dr. Balhoff went on to complete his Orthodontic Residency at Louisiana State University School of Dentistry in June 2008.
Dr. Balhoff is a private practice orthodontist at our Baton Rouge and Prairieville office locations. He has published both research and clinical orthodontic articles in the Journal of Orthodontics (2009) and Orthotown (2014) magazine, respectively. Dr. Balhoff also became the first Orthodontist to start the charitable arm of Smiles Change Lives in the state of Louisiana.
In 2013 Dr. Balhoff completed the Full FACE Course (Functional and Cosmetic Excellence). This 2-year continuing education course incorporated comprehensive diagnostics, airway-focused orthodontics, thorough treatment mechanics, and the latest orthodontic advancements for treating the entire dental and facial system. He is a member of the American Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Association (ACPA) and is a team member of the Our Lady of the Lake Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Team. He was awarded the 2014 New Dentist Award, which is given to one dentist in the state of LA annually for his civic involvement, public service, and unselfish devotion to the dental profession. In 2015, Dr. Balhoff began utilizing Invisalign as an orthodontic treatment option for his patients. He became the leading Invisalign provider in the state of Louisiana. Now, as a leading clear aligner provider in Louisiana, Dr. Balhoff lectures to the LSU Orthodontic Residency students annually to help educate future orthodontists in their clear aligner studies.
Dr. Balhoff is married to his wife Leah Blaize Balhoff, and they have 3 sons– Thomas, Andrew, and Henry. Dr. Balhoff enjoys watching and coaching sports, being in the outdoors, and growing with his family. He has A LOT of 1st cousins.
Courses
Wednesday, September 16
Course Title: Depending On How You Sit, Dentistry Can Be A Pain In The Assets
Speakers: Noëlle M. Santucci, DDS, MA and Justin Jellin, PT, DPT, ART
Course Description:
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are one of the major reasons dental professionals retire prematurely. With over 50% of dentist suffering from MSDs while practicing, it is an important topic to keep in the forefront of the dental practitioner’s minds daily. This unique, interactive and inter-professional educational course will be presented by both a Dentist and a Doctor of Physical Therapy and will be of interest not only to the doctors, but to their entire dental team as well. Attendees will learn about the most common musculoskeletal disorders affecting dental professionals and the ergonomic risk factors associated with practicing dentistry. Participants will understand how to address current injuries and how to mitigate future injuries through practice modifications. Musculoskeletal injuries should not prevent you from a fulfilling career and a lifetime of practice!
Course Objectives:
- Identify the most common MSDs that affect dental professionals
- Understand the causes of MSDs
- Understand effective corrective exercises to address and prevent MSDs
- Learn ergonomic practice guidelines while using office equipment *Understand fiscal impacts of MSDs on dental professionals
Thursday, September 17
Speaker: Dr. David Balhoff
Course Description:
Dr. Balhoff will discuss the importance of orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning for dental health care providers as relates to hard and soft tissue esthetics, smile design, and overall functional occlusion.
Multiple, interactive case presentations will be shown that illustrate how the face, airway, and bite are affected with and without orthodontic treatment.
Friday, September 18
Speaker: Dr. David Balhoff
Course Description:
Dr. Balhoff will discuss the importance of orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning for dental health care providers as relates to hard and soft tissue esthetics, smile design, and overall functional occlusion.
Multiple, interactive case presentations will be shown that illustrate how the face, airway, and bite are affected with and without orthodontic treatment.
Schedule
- Wednesday–Friday: Breakfast at 7:30 a.m., course from 8:00–11:00 a.m. (3 credit hours each day)
After each session, enjoy free time for the rest of the day.
Registration Pricing
Early Registration Pricing | Regular Pricing From August 4 - Sept. 14, 2026 | On-Site Registration Pricing | |
| LDA Members | $439 | $469 | $499 |
| ADA Members | $479 | $509 | $539 |
| Non-ADA Members | $589 | $619 | $649 |
| Hygienist | $329 | $369 | $399 |
| Other Staff | $229 | $269 | $299 |
| Dental Students | $229 | $269 | $299 |
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