Tuscany Suites
255 E Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89169
(702) 893-8933
Neural Therapy
Philip Mollica MS, DMD, IBMD, MIAOMT
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Comprehensive Holistic Treatment of Periodontal Disease
Craig Zunka DDS and Polly Hoverter RDH
The workshop is intended for dentists, hygienists, assistants and even front office staff. We will cover diagnosis, treatment protocols, nutritional supplements and the system effects on the periodontal patient.
Dr. Zunka and Polly, RDH have spent the last 30 years developing and perfecting a holistic periodontal program that gets real results. Their shared clinical experience and knowledge will reignite the passion you felt as a new graduate.
Objectives of the presentation:
- How to design and grow a periodontal treatment plan that proves itself to you and your patients.
- How to present a periodontal treatment plan to your patients.
- Step-by-step instructions on the usage of a phase contrast microscope.
- How to incorporate it into your perio program.
- Learn what products to use based on varying bacteria present in the oral cavity to stop periodontal disease and allow healing to begin. - When, why, and how to phase out of active periodontal treatment and into maintenance without relapse.
- Blood chemistry in connection with healing of periodontal disease.
- Use of vitamins and minerals for healing (Vitamin D, Magnesium, Phosphorus, and Enzymes).
- Cortisol – stress and healing. - Homeopathic remedies in periodontal treatment.
MORNING 8AM – 12PM
Holistic Dentistry 101
Bernice Teplitsky DDS, NMD, FAGD, AIAOMT
What does it mean to practice Holistic Dentistry? This half-day course introduces dentists and teams to the philosophy, patient expectations, and essential tools that define a holistic practice. You’ll learn what patients are really asking for, how to integrate holistic approaches into daily care, and the key modalities every practice should understand. While mastery requires further study, this session provides a comprehensive overview, practical takeaways you can apply immediately, and a roadmap for future growth. Come ready to learn and explore. The insights you gain will transform the way you see dentistry — and the way your patients see you.
Objectives of the presentation:
- Gain a deeper understanding of Holistic Dentistry and its multidisciplinary approach.
- Recognize the many “branches” of Holistic Dentistry and how they interconnect.
- Have a general understanding of each of these “branches” and confidently discuss them with patients.
- Identify what holistic patients are seeking and how to address their concerns.
- Understand the essential technologies, materials, and products required — and where to source them.
- Determine practical next steps for integrating or expanding your journey in Holistic Dentistry.
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Applied Kinesiology for Dentists
James Kennedy DDS
Dr. Kennedy will cover the history and basic concepts that developed into Applied Kinesiology. He will cover how to correctly test muscles for determining information from the body, emphasizing testing that can be done in the dental office. In his “hands on” Workshop, he shows how to use AK to determine jaw position and vertical dimension for dental appliances; to test for dental materials, nutrients, homeopathic remedies; and to locate areas of dysfunction in the body.
Objectives of the presentation:
At the end of this course, participants should be able to:
- Develop their skill level in using Applied Kinesiology in their practice.
- Use AK to help diagnose dental pathology and occlusal problems.
- Use AK to diagnose and treat TMJ dysfunction.
- Use AK to identify nutritional deficiencies and choose the appropriate nutrients to correct these deficiencies.
- Use AK to choose homeopathic remedies for their patients.
- Use AK to choose biocompatible dental materials for their patients.
- To better understand the different applications of AK in healthcare.
AFTERNOON 1PM – 5PM
Clinical Nutrition: Silver Bullets
James Kennedy DDS
This presentation will be informative for the experienced doctor and doctors new to nutrition.
The lecture will highlight key dietary, physiologic and nutritional principles that will guide the doctor in recommending nutritional supplements in their practice. The importance of basic dietary changes that need to be made first, before providing nutritional support for the patient. Digestion and absorption of food will be emphasized so the body can utilize the nutritional products recommended.
Physical signs and symptoms that correlate with nutritional deficiencies – asking the right questions will be covered. Testing for the correct products will be explained. These tests will include at home tests, blood chemistry evaluation and online ordering of tests. Applied Kinesiology testing will be demonstrated.
Objectives of the presentation:
- Educating the doctor, hygienist or assistant to become more comfortable with asking patients questions about their diet and health symptoms. We often see patients more often than their PCP.
- Understand how nutrition can complement the practice of dentistry and help improve outcomes. Knowing what supplements to recommend.
- Being able to identify health issues and refer patients to the appropriate health care provider to help in treating their symptoms.
- Provide information on where to obtain appropriate testing and provide quality nutritional products for your patients. All supplements are not the same.
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Dental Kinesiology and the Establishment of the
Holistic Dental Association in 1978
George Eversaul APH
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Transitions: Passing the Torch with Style and Grace
Paul Sletten
This seminar will provide you with new insights into the current dental marketplace and holistic dentistry’s place in it. Mr. Sletten will also talk about how to start a holistic practice and transition a more mature practice by adding an associate or preparing to sell your practice. He will also talk about how to put your own plan together for a bright future. The Sletten Group has done 6,000 dental practice transitions in North America and Australia. They have more experience working with holistic practices than anyone else in the country.
Paul strongly believes that the private practice model still has a bright future for those who build a great team, run the practice effectively, provide excellent whole health outcomes and build strong patient relationships. He will address the current dental market and how to effectively compete with Corporate Practices and DSO’s.
Whether you are adding an associate, selling or buying a practice, growing by acquisition, merging with another practice, or considering other changes that will impact you and your practice, it is critical to plan ahead to help prevent unwanted chaos and disruption to care and loss of investment.
Adding an Associate or a Partner to a practice is a very exciting and complex process that requires customized planning for maximum success. The end goal is to create a future Buyer. One of the most important aspects of this process is the “human” or behavioral aspect of bringing two or more dentists together in a professional relationship.
A team-based model for adding an Associate incorporates the behavioral and relationship factors that are key in ensuring a successful transition. This model also includes a formula for growing a buyer for your practice based on shared values and philosophies.
It is critically important to find another dentist to join you who shares your vision for your practice and embraces your philosophy of patient care. By this we mean someone who is open to new possibilities, understands the value of your practice and its history, and recognizes and agrees with the way you approach patient treatment. It also means finding someone who understands and appreciates the value of a quality team.
Objectives of the presentation:
- See a practice transition as a team-based model.
- Fully understand the importance of PLANNING.
- The practice Value and Contracts are important, but the most important issue is finding the right person.
- Learn a highly successful Transition Model.
- Create the QUADRUPLE WIN for the practice owner, the incoming dentist, the patients and the team.
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