Dental News - ‘Savor the flavors’ of dentistry in New Orleans

Robin Goodman, DTA

Fri. 2 July 2010

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The Academy of General Dentistry is the second largest dental organization in the world, and its 2009 annual meeting attracted more than 3,000 attendees, which the AGD notes was its second most successful meeting in 10 years. For this year’s event in New Orleans, the AGD has augmented its course offerings and events.

Here are few highlights of note for the upcoming event.

Dates to note

6 to 8 July: AGD House of Delegates
8 to 11 July: AGD Annual Meeting & Exhibits

Featured speakers

Clear Aligner Therapy: How to Use it Successfully in Your Practice
Willis J. Pumphrey, DDS
8 a.m.–5 p.m., Friday, 9 July
Learn the basic concepts of Clear Aligner Therapy and gain a better understanding of how it works and how to apply it

The Artistry of Direct Composite Veneers: Contour is King
Michael R. Sesemann, DDS and Elizabeth M. Bakeman, DDS, FAGD
8 a.m.–5 p.m., Friday, 9 July
Learn to place, sculpt and contour for to six direct resin veneers.

Materials Selection for Esthetic Efficient Composite Resin Dentistry
John O. Burgess, DDS, MS
8 a.m.–5 p.m., Friday, 9 July
This is a demonstration as well as a hands-on course. Create life-like anterior and posterior restoration by using new composite resin materials, adhesives, finishing materials and matrix systems.
Learn why some materials work and other don’t, and get answers to your most difficult clinical questions.

Special events

Welcome Reception
5 to 7 p.m., Thursday, 8 July
Hobnob with those of a like mind over cocktails and conversation. As you wander, you can also peruse the newest products and technological advancements in the Exhibit Hall.
There will be hor d’oevres and a cash bar, as well as entertainment. If you have kids along, the Kids’ Corner will be open during the cocktail hours.

5K Fun Run/Walk 5K
6 a.m., Saturday, 10 July
You’ll need a ticket to run or walk along the Mississippi River at this early hour, but know that it will benefit the AGD Foundation.

Convocation
4:30 p.m., Saturday, 10 July
Held at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside, join in honoring the AGD fellows, masters, and lifelong learning and service recognition recipients. Your friends and family are also welcome to attend.

Savor Your Saturday Night
8 to 11 p.m., Saturday, 10 July
Join the AGD at Mardi Gras World, which overlooks the Mississippi River.
The site features an indoor plantation that translated into fun for the entire family. Browse Mardi Gras floats from the days of yore to the present and indulge in Creole cuisine.

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