20th Annual Conference & Exhibition Program Guide 20th Annual Conference & Exhibition ...

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Welcome to the Coachella Valley, home of the nation’s playground
of Palm Springs as well as the Inland Empire, the 12th most populous e
metropolitan area of the entire United States. As the valley is diverse Welcome to the 2013 Annual ALD Conference where we are
and supports business, recreation, and relaxation, we at the Academy celebrating the 20th Anniversary of our Academy.
of Laser Dentistry have designed a conference to satisfy your needs
and enrich your lives. Through the work of our conference Chair, Dr. It is with warm memories that we reflect on our accomplishments of
Glenda Payas and our General and Scientific Sessions Chair, Dr. Charles the last twenty years of lasers in dentistry. With pride we recognize
Hoopingarner, the program for this conference will enrich, rejuvenate, the stability and influence the Academy of Laser Dentistry has
and challenge you. brought to our profession.
We have programs planned for every aspect of your practice as well The opportunity to gather each year and learn from the experiences
as every specialty in dentistry. After you have enriched your mind, of our mentors and colleagues in the field of laser dentistry has
be certain to rejuvenate your spirit by taking part in local attractions. been a great asset. This challenges us to continue to grow in our
Activities range from the serenity of the Las Palmas Spa to exploring knowledge and skills.
desert vistas on horseback or by foot, championship golf courses and
tennis courts at the resort, hot air ballooning or the Palm Springs Tram It is our hope that this annual conference will provide you with the
for unparalleled views of the San Andreas Fault and more. Evenings ability to expand the use of lasers in your practice and provide your
provide a great opportunity for fine food, drink, and dancing with patients with the latest, cutting-edge laser treatment in dentistry.
many fantastic restaurants and night spots.
As our organization continues to rapidly grow and evolve, we hope
Reward yourself with a full conference for your mind as well as your that you will share your experiences and techniques so that we may
body. Go back to your practice on Monday, revived and refreshed, all benefit.
taking advantage of what you have seen and implementing what
you have learned. Be a true advocate and help us spread the word of We hope you have a wonderful time while you are here as we…….
lasers in dentistry. Come join with us, work on a committee, and give Celebrate the Past and Embrace the Future of lasers in dentistry.
back to our profession.
Best Regards,
The future depends on the actions we take today to push the Glenda Payas, DMD
boundaries of what we know today to what we can develop for President Elect and 2013 Conference Chair
tomorrow.
What you have done is only a foundation to what you can do. Let’s
do it together!
Sincerely,
Arthur B Levy, DMD
President
Glenda Payas, DMD
Arthur B. Levy, DMD
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This year’s program is designed to benefit everyone from those with a
casual interest to seasoned veterans. We have arranged parallel tracks
of interest that allow for the fulfillment of individual needs and can
be customized to cover multiple areas of interest. Our keynote and
featured speakers are world leaders in dental education and research.
Following our opening session, highlighted by past president of the
American Academy of Periodontology, Dr. Sam Low, you can continue
a periodontal track highlighted by one of our Dr. Eugene Seidner
Student Scholarship award nominees, Dr. Chanthoeun Chui, or visit
a practice management track highlighted by marketing authority
Paul Herreras, or learn new caries detection, implant, and endodontic
techniques in our other afternoon track.
Our second day is opened by world-renowned researcher, Dr. Rella
Christensen, who is presenting for the first time her recent research on Chuck Hoopingarner, DDS
the use of lasers in periodontal therapy. This is followed by a hard tissue
and restorative track highlighted by Dr. Akira Aoki and Dr. Shigeyuki
Nagai who will cover a broad field from implants to aesthetics. There
is also a hygiene track in addition to the pediatric dentistry and
orthodontics track featuring Dr. Larry Kotlow and Dr. Fred Margolis. Our
Dr. Eugene Seidner Pediatric Student Scholar, Dr. J. Ryan Blankenship, is
presenting during the pediatric session.
Saturday, in our general session, we will learn from Dr. John
Featherstone and Dr. Peter Rechmann on the continuing research
efforts in laser technology and discovery, as well as bridge into the
realm of dermatology with Dr. Pat Allen to learn about fractional
therapy for oral depigmentation. Our final day continues as three
tracks of distinctly different natures. Our dental team track features
Leslie Canham, RDA with her hygiene and safety insights. The lasers
of today and tomorrow track provides updates on many current and
future research projects. However, the main track of the day is the
photobiomodulation or low level laser therapy (LLLT) track featuring
internationally acclaimed authorities James Carroll and Roberta Chow,
PhD. This evidence-based track is appropriate for all levels
of experience.
There are hands-on participation workshops every day and our annual
Standard and Advanced Proficiency courses and testing.
Don’t forget the opening Tales and Ales vendor experience on
Wednesday and the closing Seidner benefit social on Saturday. Above
all, have a great time and do not hesitate to contact me if you have any
questions about this exciting experience.
Sincerely,
Chuck Hoopingarner, DDS
2013 General and Scientific Sessions Chairman
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As the Certification Committee Chairman, I welcome you to our 20th
Annual ALD Conference. Welcome to Palm Springs and ALD’s 20th Anniversary Conference!
This year’s enrollment in our Standard Proficiency course stands Each year ALD strives to plan a meeting that surpasses the previous
to surpass last year’s achievements and we are eager to announce year. We review past performance and your evaluation forms (send
this year’s successful candidates during Friday’s awards ceremony. I them in – we do rely on your replies). We scan changes in the
am proud to say that we recognized 31 members with successful economy and the educational needs of our members and dentistry
Standard Proficiency certification in Scottsdale in 2012 and expect overall. Our speakers submit abstracts of which we reviewed over
similar if not better results this year. We also recognized 3 people in 75 for Palm Springs, and have 50 speakers sharing their contributions
various stages of their Advanced Proficiency (AP) candidacy and we to lasers in dentistry. Please welcome them all, some new, some
have greatly increased the number of AP Candidates this year. That experienced, engage and say hello. Everyone is friendly and very
is a great affirmation that the changes we made to the program were willing to share.
well conceived and well received. We said we were listening and this
proves it. This will be the first of the class of 2014’s AP candidates Whether you are a speaker or an attendee or an exhibitor, you are
taking exams. The new “AP Online Review” and the Advanced propelling dentistry forward. Today, you are an integral part of a 20th
Proficiency Policies and Procedures manual provides everything that Anniversary milestone. Everyone here is making a contribution to
you need to know in one conveniently bound book that answers dentistry and to improved patient care. That’s a unique quality and
virtually any questions you may have along your travels to AP. The speaks volumes. Together, we all Celebrate the Past and Embrace
review of the exam question library has been completed. With these the Future.
recent modifications, we are assured of the validity and accuracy
of the AP program and that the exam questions remain relevant to These next 3 days, enjoy with old and new friends. Make ALD your
today’s education. annual place to be for lasers in dentistry. Plans are already in the
works for ALD’s 21st Conference and Exhibition, February 27 – March
So as you can see, we have been active and listening. We are 1, 2014.
only able to accomplish this with the wonderful people on the
Certification Committee. They have worked diligently to make all of I welcome you to Rancho Las Palmas and thank you for your
this happen. I want to thank my committee members for their many commitment to dental laser education. Stop me and introduce
hours of hard work and dedication to the Academy. I hope you all yourself, if I don’t get to you first.
have a wonderful experience in Palm Springs and return for many
more. Please feel free to stop me and introduce yourself and give It’s a pleasure for me to serve as your Executive Director for a group in
me your feedback. I value your opinions and need them to make the dentistry that gives back their time and knowledge just because they
process even better. I wish you all success. want to.
Sincerely, Sincerely,
Mel Burchman, DDS Gail S. Siminovsky, CAE
Certification Chairman Executive Director
Mel Burchman, DDS
Gail S. Siminovsky, CAE
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General Information ......................................................................................................................................................................................................5
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ALD General Membership Meeting .....................................................................................................................................................................9

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Group Tours and Optional Activities .................................................................................................................................................................10
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Conference Schedule & Hotel Floor Plan ........................................................................................................................................................12
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Abstracts ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................23 - 52
Preconference Certification Program ...........................................................................................................23
Workshops ....................................................................................................................................................................25
Special Programs ......................................................................................................................................................27
Lasers in Periodontology ......................................................................................................................................29
Lasers in Practice Management .......................................................................................................................34
Lasers in Caries Detection, Implantology, and Endodontics ..........................................................35
Research, Hard Tissue, and Restorative Dentistry ..................................................................................36
Hygiene Track ..............................................................................................................................................................40
Pediatric Dentistry Track .......................................................................................................................................42
The Future of Lasers, Today & Tomorrow ...................................................................................................44
LLLT Photobiomodulation ...................................................................................................................................48
The Dental Team .......................................................................................................................................................52
Exhibitors ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................53
Speaker Biographies and Disclosures ...............................................................................................................................................................60
Speaker Index ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................70
Advertising Index
Joyco Multimedia .......................................................................................................................................................................Inside Front Cover
Dentlight ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................22
Thor .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................50
Academy of Laser Dentistry ....................................................................................................................................................................................59
Academy of General Dentistry ............................................................................................................................................Inside Back Cover
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Art Levy, DMD, President, Chester, NJ Sebastiano Andreana, DDS, Buffalo, NY r
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Glenda Payas, DMD, President Elect, Tulsa, OK Stuart Coleton, DDS, Chappaqua, NY, JLD Editor
Douglas Gilio, DMD, Visalia, CA a
Scott Benjamin, DDS, Vice President, Sidney, NY
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Charles Hoopingarner, DDS, Houston, TX
John Graeber, DMD, Treasurer, E. Hanover, NJ i
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Ed Kusek, DDS, Sioux Falls, SD
Gabi Kesler, DMD Secretary, Tel Aviv, Israel n
Mitch Lomke, DDS, Olney, MD
Ana Triliouris, DDS, Immediate Past President, Merrick, NY
Constanza Martinez, DDS, Bogota, Columbia
Gail Siminovsky, CAE, Executive Director, Coral Springs, FL
Jeanette Miranda, RDH, Sioux Falls, SD
Raminta Mastis, DDS, St. Clair Shores, MI
Shigeyuki Nagai, DDS, Tokyo, Japan
Steve Parrett, DDS, Chambersburg, PA
2013 Palm Springs Conference Committee Laser Safety Committee
Glenda Payas, DMD, Chair, Tulsa, OK Raminta Mastis, DDS, Chair, St. Claire Shores, MI
Scott Benjamin, DDS, Vice Chair, Sidney, NY Beatrys Deruyter, DDS, Vice Chair, Liedekerke, Belgium
Mel Burchman, DDS, Langhorne, PA Scott Benjamin, DDS, ANSI Representative, Sidney, NY
J. Byron Fontenot, DDS, Gonzales, LA Keith Brewster, DDS, Dallas , TX
John Graeber, DMD, E. Hanover, NJ Rashita Jaju, DDS, Ashburn , VA
Charles Hoopingarner, DDS, Houston, TX Jan Lebeau, RDH, Moorpark , CA
Raminta Mastis, DDS, St. Claire Shores, MI Jeanette Miranda, RDH, Sioux Falls, SD
Gail Siminovsky, CAE, Coral Springs, FL Inge Stassen, DDS, Brugge, Belgium
John G. Sulewski, MA, Huntington Woods, MI Gail Siminovsky, CAE, Coral Springs, FL
John Sulewski, MA, Huntington Woods, MI
2013 20th Anniversary Luncheon Chairs
Emile Martin, DDS, Presidents Luncheon, Syracuse, NY Conference Advisors
Janet Rice, DDS, Award Recipients Luncheon, Bristol, TN Nick Hudson, Qwantum Management
John Sulewski, MA
2013 Palm Springs General and Scientific
Sessions Committee Executive Assistant
Charles Hoopingarner, DDS, Chair, Houston, TX Donna Rell
Raminta Mastis, DDS, Vice Chair, St. Claire Shores, MI
John Graeber, DMD, E. Hanover, NJ Conference Staff
Gabi Kesler, DDS, Tel Aviv, Israel Margaret Angarola
Larry Kotlow, DDS, Albany, NY
Fred Margolis, DDS, Buffalo Grove, IL Program Design
Emile Martin, DDS, Syracuse, NY Chris Inman
John Sulewski, MA , Huntington Woods, MI P. O. Box 880031
Gail Siminovsky, CAE , Coral Springs, FL Boca Raton, FL 33488-0031
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Hosts and Moderators [email protected]
Scott Benjamin, DDS, Chair, Sidney, NY [phone]
Gail Siminovsky, CAE, Coral Springs, FL
Executive Director
Gail Siminovsky, CAE
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Mission of our ALD 2013 Conference
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To provide attendees with a positive educational and recreational experience that will leave them better equipped to
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Academy Mission
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meetings, and additional activities. The Academy fosters dialogue and seeks to build community among its members and
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n The Academy’s official incorporation took place in 1993, following the merger of the American Academy of Laser Dentistry,
e The International Academy of Laser Dentistry, and the North American Academy of Laser Dentistry. The Academy of Laser
G Dentistry is one of the largest nonprofit international organizations devoted to lasers in dentistry and includes leading
clinicians, academicians, and researchers in all laser wavelengths. The Academy is devoted to clinical education, research, and
development of standards and guidelines for the safe and effective use of dental laser technology.
General Information Intended Audience and Background Requirements
The intended audience includes dentists in all disciplines, hygienists,
dental assistants, office staff, industry representatives, government
Conference Design and Educational Methods professionals, and anyone interested in learning about lasers in dentistry.
ALD 2013 Palm Springs, the Academy of Laser Dentistry’s 20th Annual The meeting is geared toward both novice and experienced laser
Conference and Exhibition, is intended for educational and practitioners who will share information about the use of lasers in
informational purposes to improve dental education, clinical practice, dentistry. Unless specified otherwise for certain sessions, individuals
and dental research in the use of lasers in dentistry. Educational methods attending the conference are not required to have any previous
include lecture, discussion, demonstration, and supervised hands-on knowledge or experience in laser dentistry, medicine, or surgery.
participation activities.
Responsibility of Program Selection
Expected Learner Outcomes The Academy’s General and Scientific Sessions Committee is solely
Expected learner outcomes include a broad overview of the research responsible for the review of submitted abstracts, selection of faculty
and clinical aspects of lasers in dentistry. Presentations encompass and presenters, and approving the specific content of all continuing
applications in virtually all laser wavelengths for general dentistry, education (CE) activities.
periodontics, aesthetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, pediatric dentistry,
implantology, endodontics, and oral surgery. Practice management topics Continuing Education Credit
are also offered. By means of didactic lectures, panel discussions, and Continuing education credit is available to all eligible participants. The
participation courses, all attendees will have exposure to basic science Academy of Laser Dentistry is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider and an
and clinical laser use in many areas of dentistry. In addition, the specialty AGD Accepted Program Provider (FAGD/MAGD Credit). The amount of CE
nature of this conference provides a networking between practitioners, credit to be granted is determined according to the individual educational
researchers, and academicians leading to new interest and scientific content of each presentation and course. Up to approximately 28 CEU are
breakthroughs in the fields of dentistry. possible for the duration of this meeting:
Laser Certification Program Up to approximately 28 CEU are possible:
The educational objective of the Academy’s Laser Certification Program Lasers in Dentistry: 6.0 Lecture 2.5 Participation
is to provide candidates with an overview of the scientific fundamentals Introductory Course
of lasers, the instruments themselves, safety issues and clinical guidelines
Standard Proficiency Course 8.5 Lecture 4.0 Participation
in accordance with the Curriculum Guidelines and Standards for Dental Lecture and Examinations
Laser Education. Four levels of certification are available.
Advanced Proficiency 1.0 Lecture 2.0 Participation
Lecture and Examinations
Thursday 6.33 Lecture
Friday 6.5 Lecture
Friday Lunch and Learn 1.25 Lecture
Friday Workshops 3.0 Participation
Saturday 5.5 Lecture
Saturday Workshops 2.5 Participation
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Disclosure of Speaker and Faculty Commercial Relationships The Academy of Laser Dentistry (ALD) is a not-for-profit organization qualifying G
According to the Academy’s Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Policy, under Section 501c(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code. The Academy of
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faculty and speakers for this conference are expected to disclose any Laser Dentistry is an international professional membership association of
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economic support, personal interests, or potential bias that may be dental practitioners and supporting organizations dedicated to improving the
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perceived as creating a conflict related to the material being presented. health and well-being of patients through the proper use of laser technology.
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Disclosure statements are printed in the conference program and The Academy is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge, research, and a
announced by moderators or individual speakers at the beginning of each education and to the exchange of information relative to the art and science of l

presentation. This policy is intended to alert the audience to any potential the use of lasers in dentistry. The Academy endorses the Curriculum Guidelines I
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bias or conflict so that participants may form their own judgments about and Standards for Dental Laser Education.
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Abstracts, presenter biographies, disclosure information, and product r
Disclaimer descriptions are published for educational purposes as submitted by the m
The views expressed and materials presented represent the personal respective presenters and exhibitors. They do not necessarily represent the
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views of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent views of the Academy of Laser Dentistry. ALD is not responsible for the opinions
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the opinion of the Academy of Laser Dentistry. While the General and expressed by the presenters, exhibitors and advertisers. i
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Scientific Sessions Committee of the ALD is responsible for the selection
of faculty and presenters and approving the specific content of all CE Written permission must be obtained by the Academy to audiotape, videotape, n
activities, the Academy assumes no responsibility for the content of the duplicate, and/or distribute any portion of the conference program or
presentations made by individual participants or groups of participants. proceedings. Photography of any kind during any session is prohibited without
Selected presentations may include exploratory research or experimental prior consent.
procedures and are intended for informational purposes that may lead to
new interest and scientific breakthroughs in the fields of dentistry. Practitioners are advised to investigate and consider which medical devices
and materials are cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for safety
Copyright and efficacy and which are considered experimental, and which procedures are
All proceedings of the Conference are intended solely for dissemination within the applicable scope of their license, competence, skills, and abilities, as
of knowledge relative to the art and science of lasers in dentistry. Any established by their education, training, and experience. Clinicians are advised
statement of presentation made is to be regarded as limited publication to review the specific indications for use of their devices and to review their
only and all property rights in the material presented, including common operator manuals for guidance on operating parameters before attempting
law copyright, are expressly reserved to the speaker or to the ALD. Any similar techniques on their patients.
sound reproduction, transcript, or other use of the materials presented
in the conference without written permission of the Academy of Laser
Dentistry or the individual speaker is prohibited to the full extent of © Copyright 2013 Academy of Laser Dentistry. All rights reserved.
common law copyright in such material. Audio and video taping is
strictly prohibited unless prior permission is given by the Academy of
Laser Dentistry.
Name Badges (Mandatory)
Registrants are required to wear name badges at all times to all
conference events, both educational and social receptions, with the
exception of the optional guest activities that are off the property. This
badge serves as verification of your paid conference registration. BE SURE NOT TO MISS!
Tickets
Registrants are required to present tickets for the President’s Awards
Banquet on Friday. Badges are required to receive meals during the 3 Welcome Reception
conference days.
Thursday 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Attire
Exhibit Hall
You will want to be comfortable while your mind is abuzz, so resort
casual dress is highly recommended for all educational sessions. Speakers Food, Fun and Camaraderie
should wear professional business attire while presenting. Dress for the
Everyone Welcome!
Friday evening President’s 20th Anniversary Awards Banquet is formal
cocktail attire. For men this includes suits or tuxedo if desired; for The opening night reception is your
women, cocktail attire is appropriate.
chance to meet vendors ALD style!
Conference Children’s Policy Food, camaraderie, friendships galore!
Children are not allowed in the lecture hall or exhibit hall. Tickets for
Everyone welcome.
optional events and activities may be purchased at the registration desk.
Childcare, nanny, or companion services may be arranged through
Guest Services.
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d Be sure not to miss! President’s Awards Ceremony
e Friday 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Salon 5
s Join us as we recognize distinguished members. No additional fees apply.
s Orientation to 2013 Palm Springs
Mi Wednesday 7:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. President’s Gala Dinner Dance
This presentation provides a guide to help attendees maximize their Friday 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Salon 4

e experience over the course of the conference and exhibition. It is Friday’s dinner dance promises to be memorable. Separate fees apply.
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Laser Jeopardy Interactive Game
for the first time, a new Academy of Laser Dentistry (ALD) member,
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considering purchasing your first laser, or a veteran user wishing to keep Friday 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Salon 5
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up with the latest developments. No previous knowledge of lasers is This program is designed as an interactive presentation about Laser Safety

t necessary. Maximize your experience during the annual conference and facts, rules, infractions, even trivia. The presentation is in the form of the
o exhibition by targeting your attendance and participation in programs game show Jeopardy!, in which contestant teams will be selected from
N that meet your specific needs. the audience to test their knowledge of Laser Safety. This is designed to
be a fun, entertaining, yet informative opportunity to refresh and review
Tales and Ales Laser Vendors Showcase issues involving the safe use of lasers in dentistry.
Happy Hour
Advanced Proficiency
Wednesday 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Review & Discussion
Learn about the lasers in the marketplace today. The ALD Laser
Vendors Tales and Ales Showcase is where laser company vendors share Friday 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
what’s new in their product line in a brief product and company spotlight. Want to learn more about the Advanced Proficiency Certification
The purpose is to let everyone know what’s current in an informative Program? Plan to attend the AP Review and Discussion Hour. Enjoy light
yet casual setting. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, beverages, and lots of face time refreshments. This course is designed to assist individuals who are on
opportunities. the pathway to or are presently considering achieving the Academy of
Laser Dentistry’s (ALD’s) Advanced Proficiency Certification. This level of
Welcome Reception certification requires an extensive amount of knowledge on laser safety,
Thursday 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Exhibit Hall physics, and clinical case management.
Not to be missed! Food, Fun and Camaraderie
Saturday 2014 Launch Party
Everyone Welcome!
21st Anniversary Kickoff Party – Ready, Set, Putt!
The opening night reception is your chance to meet vendors ALD style!
Food, camaraderie, friendships galore! Everyone welcome. 3:30 – 5:30 pm The Golf Clubhouse Putting Green
Come as you are; casual, casual, casual. Everyone is welcome. Wear your
Friday Lunch N Learn sneakers and get ready to putt, putt, putt on the putting green and
12:15 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. play Minute-to-Win-It games as we launch ALD 2014, 21 Years of Lasers
The Academy is pleased to offer its Lunch and Learn Series at ALD 2013 – a Coming of Age as we Change Perspectives and Broaden Horizons.
unique opportunity to interact one-on-one with conference speakers Support ALD’s Student Charity. Enjoy cocktails and tasty hors d’ourves
and laser experts in an informal setting. To maximize your time with table with your ALD friends. Sponsored by the ALD. Join us!
hosts, each table will be limited to 8 participants. Reservations will be
accepted on a first-come, first-served basis at the registration desk. Your
ticket will be available at the Registration Desk. If you do not pre-register,
you may sign up at the Registration Desk for any table that still has seats Exhibitors Reserve your
open. There is no additional charge.
2014 Booth Today!
Morning Nature Walks and Yoga on
Thursday, Friday and Saturday
Each Day 6:30 – 7:00 a.m.
Are you an early riser? On Thursday, Friday and Saturday mornings at
sunrise, enjoy an easy guided nature walk and yoga stretch outside.
No previous experience necessary. Hear about the natural area, local
plant knowledge and desert survival. Each day will be different. No fees
required. Meet in the foyer near the ALD registration desk. It will be early
enough to change and get to the meetings. Casual wear, good walking
Celebrate with ALD in 2014
shoes (no open sandals). Take in the beautiful, cool desert sunrise. Enjoy
the continental breakfast on your return to the hotel. Lasers Coming of Age
Student Scholarship Presentations 21 Years of Enlightenment
Thursday 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Salon 4
Changing Perspectives,
Friday 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Salon 5
Broadening Horizons
General Membership Meeting
Friday 9:50 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Salon 4-5
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