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J O I N U S A S W E C E L E B R A T E 40 YEARS O F D E N T I S T R Y E X C E L L E N C E

A professional conference for Clinicians, Specialists, Hygienists, Students, and their families.

You’re invited!! Please join us for the 40th annual conference of the Academy of LDS Dentists on August 18th and 19th. Attendees in the past have commented that this conference is unique and second to none. In addition to the excellent clinical lectures, your family will enjoy infor-

mative spouse presentations and awesome youth activities. The Friday dinner/fireside will be an evening of great food and inspiring entertainment. During the business meeting and service luncheon, an overview of current Academy projects and activities will also be presented. I hope you will check out the details in this brochure, then register and help us celebrate 40 years of fellowship, education, and service. See you there!! —Tom Johnston, Academy President

To register online, go to: LDSDentist.byu.edu

Invitation from the President Friday, August 18, 2017 Clinician Presentations

Dr. Jason NicholsonDr. Jason D. Nicholson is a board-certified Periodontist. He attended the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry. Following the completion of his dental training, he next pursued a specialty in periodontitics at the University of Oklahoma Graduate Periodontics program. Here he completed his three-year residency with a certificate in periodontics. During his residency he also completed a master’s program during which he earned the graduate student association award for outstanding academic achievement. Dr. Nicholson is in private practice in Provo, Utah where he is the founder and owner of Sundance Implant and Periodontal Center.

Current Concepts for Treatment of Peri-implantitisJoin Dr. Jason Nicholson for lunch as he explores possible etiological factors for peri-implantitis. Learn to recognize early signs of peri-implantitis (peri-mucositis) and etiology and listen as Dr. Nicholson discusses historical treatment of peri-implantitis and treatment algorithms. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn about the current surgical approaches to treatment of peri-implantitis.

Bob Spiel, MBAProviding time-tested insights into personal and group leadership, Bob Spiel brings audiences a refreshingly unique take on the core actions and mindsets needed to unlock the talents and gifts inside each of us. Drawing on his experience as a practice management and leadership coach to doctors and practice leaders throughout the country, Bob helps participants discover new ways to challenge old limitations. Whether sharing insights from mentors who worked with greats like Stephen Covey and Brian Tracy, or giving leading edge examples from clients today, Bob

cuts through the fog and brings participants his trusted perspective on personal growth and practice success. Bob is a personal and business coach to dental practice leaders and owners from Portland to Boston. His firm, Spiel Consulting (spielconsulting.com), provides proven business solutions in practice leadership & management, as well as associate hiring and transitions. Before dentistry finding him almost 10 years ago, he served as a hospital and surgical center CEO and turned entities from near bankruptcy to profitability. He has spoken nationally at the Hinman Meeting, AADOM, AADPA, PALS, Carestream, numerous state meetings as well as internationally. Bob is also the author of the recently released book, Flip Your Focus: Igniting People, Performance and Profits through Upside-down Leadership.

Flip Your Focus: Igniting People, Performance and ProfitsThrough Upside-down Leadership (morning)A motivated team of loyal, “in-powered” team members will take a practice to the next level and beyond — and “Upside Down Leadership” is the catalyst to achieve this. These simple principles radically change the usual dynamic of high stress and high burnout to building a synergistic, results-driven, high performance culture. This presentation strips away the mystery from true leadership and team building.

Igniting the Leader in You (afternoon)In today’s competitive and demanding dental world, personal leadership is needed from every member of the team to make their practice thrive, while creating a true team culture. Learn a landmark personal leadership principle, and be ready to use it Monday morning in three key areas of your practice: coaching and communicating with and between team members, leading patients to accept treatment, and building a fully engaged team through personal accountability.

Friday, August 18, 2017 Clinician Presentations

Hygienist Lunch and Learn with Dr. Jason Nicholson

Refer a Friend Program Take advantage of our “Refer-a-Friend” program to help you earn more conference discounts. Here’s how it works: Share the good news of the Academy with another practicing dentist or specialist and encourage them to join. (Make sure they are brand new to the Academy and list you as the referring member when they join.) He or she joins the Academy as a dues-paying member and attends the 2017 annual conference in August. After attending the conference yourself, your account will be reimbursed $100 for each brand new dentist member you referred who attended the conference.

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GORDON’S TOPTWELVEREASONS TO

ATTEND 1 Associate with your colleagues in a

unique professional and spiritual environment.

2 Earn 14 CE credits (AGD approved).

3 Learn about the many opportunities the Academy provides for humani-tarian service, and how you can participate.

4 Learn and implement the latest techniques and methods from the best and brightest in the profession.

5 Combine tax deductible business and family fun at one of the most family-friendly places on earth: BYU!

6 Broaden your expertise in new practices and procedures to maximize your service and profitability.

7 Take advantage of reasonably priced continuing education credits—a great value!

8 Get inspired! Fill your spiritual reservoir and go home feeling rejuvenated and uplifted.

9 Network, socialize, and renew friendships with spouses and other families.

10 Learn of breaking news and announcements from the Academy!

11 Have the opportunity to support scholarships for motivated and deserving dental and hygiene students.

12 Celebrate 40 years of Academy history—and have the opportunity to win one of 40 prize giveaways!

To register by phone, call: 877-221-6716

Clinician Schedule Dentists and Hygienists

FRIDAY, AUGUST 18, 2017 Clinician Program held at the CONF

Check-in and Registration, 7:00–7:50 a.m.

Morning Presentations, 8:00–10:30 a.m.Bob Spiel, MBA (Practice Management)

John Burgess, DDS (Materials)

Morning Break with Spouses, 9:30–9:50 a.m.

Ann Eshenaur Spolarich, RDH, PhD (Pharmacology), 9:50 a.m.

Question-and-Answer Session, 10:30 a.m.

Academy Business, 11:00 a.m.Hygienists’ Lunch and Learn

with Dr. Jason Nicholson, 11:00 a.m.

Lunch with Spouses, 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Lunch and Learn for Students and New Dentists

with Dr. Gordon Christensen, 11:30 a.m.

Afternoon In-Depth Presentations by Morning Presenters, 1:00–2:50 p.m.

Buying/Selling Practice Networking Break, 2:50–3:10 p.m.

Clinician Break, 2:50–3:10 p.m.

Afternoon Presentations (Repeat), 3:10–5:00 p.m.

Evening Banquet and Fireside Provo Marriott Hotel, 6:30 p.m.

Liz Lemon Swindle

SATURDAY, AUGUST 19, 2017 Clinician Program held at the CONF

Mentor Breakfast (ticket reqiured), 6:45 a.m.Morning Presentations, 8:00–10:30 a.m.

Larry Emmott, DDS (Technology)Lee Silverstein, DDS, MS (Perio & Implants)

Morning Break with Spouses, 9:30–9:50 a.m. Student Chapter Presidents’ Meeting, 9:30 a.m.

Rita Zamora, BS (Social Media)Question-and-Answer Session, 10:30 a.m.

Gordon J. Christensen, DDS, MSD, PhD “What’s New—2017,” 11:00 a.m.

Lunch with Spouses, WSC Ballroom, 11:30 a.m.

Afternoon In-Depth Presentations, 1:30 p.m.

Clinician Break, 3:20–3:40 p.m.

Afternoon Presentations (Repeat), 3:40–5:30 p.m.

Friday, August 18, 2017 Clinician Presentations

John Burgess, DDSDr. John O. Burgess is the Assistant Dean for Clinical Research and Director of the Biomaterials Program at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He served as military consultant in General Dentistry to the Air Force Surgeon General and is a member of numerous dental associations. In 2010, he received the Hollenbeck Award for outstanding work in Operative Dentistry and Biomaterials from the Academy of Operative Dentistry. A prolific researcher, he has authored more than 400 articles, abstracts, and book chapters. He is past chair of the Biomaterials Section of the American Association for Dental Schools,

served as a consultant to the American Dental Association’s Council on Scientific Affairs, and was a member of the Executive Board for the American Association for Dental Research. He is active in clinical evaluations of dental materials and is the principal investigator on nine clinical protocols evaluating adhesives, ceramic restor-atives, low shrinkage posterior composites, digital impression materials, self-adhesive restoratives and vital pulp therapy materials. Dr. Burgess lectures extensively nationally and internationally and has presented more than 1000 all-day CE courses. Dr. Burgess is married to a wonderful lady, Patricia. They currently make their home in Birmingham, Alabama.

Posterior Composite Resins - Materials Selection and Placement Techniques (morning)Are posterior composite resins different – does the material make a significant difference in the longevity of these restorations? This presentation will provide the success and failure of bulk-placed and cured composite resins comparing them to incrementally placed posterior composite restorations. The clinical success of flowable composite in posterior applications as well as highly filled bulk placed composites will be shown. Matrices, use of bases, and finishing techniques will be presented to improve clinical outcomes. See a clinical comparison between bulk-filled flowable and highly-filled materials to compare when each should be used to improve their success.

Preventive Materials- It Is Not Just a Toothbrush Anymore! (afternoon)As you are reviewing the patients for the day, you see a patient’s name who strikes fear into your heart, since you know things will not look as well as they did when you placed the restorations. This presentation addresses preventive techniques and materials for the three most commonly seen high caries risk patients and details how to treat each one. Specific treatment methods are addressed for patients requiring additional oral hygiene procedures, those with little saliva flow, and the sugar-loving patients. Treatments for these patients differ — learn to apply specific effective methods to reduce the caries risk for each patient type. Treatment will be tailored for their clinical situation and cases reviewed. Beginning with Icon, fluoride releasing and other ion releasing materials as well as chemical approaches, most patients’ oral health can be improved.

Ann Eshenaur Spolarich, RDH, PhDAnn Eshenaur Spolarich is an internationally recognized author and speaker on pharmacol-ogy and the care of medically complex patients. She has presented over 900 lectures and has more than 100 professional publications. She is Professor and Course Director of Clinical Medicine and Pharmacology, and Director of Research at the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health, where she also teaches part-time in the Special Care Clinic. Ann is also Associate Director of the National Center for Dental Hygiene Research & Practice. This year, Ann was among the first of four dental hygienists in the country to receive fellowship

status in special care dentistry. Ann practices dental hygiene part-time, specializing in geriatrics.

Antibiotic Stewardship (morning)Increased awareness about the growing problem of microbial resistance with related challenges of treating infec-tions caused by resistant organisms has resulted in a global initiative to improve the appropriate and safe use of antibiotics. Antibiotic stewardship refers to a set of recommendations for clinicians to follow to guide decision-making and management of infections with antibiotics. These recommendations are relevant to all healthcare professionals and their related practice environments, including dentistry. This presentation will review strategies to promote antibiotic stewardship among dental professionals. Proper use of antibiotics, including antibiotic use for premedication in at-risk individuals will be reviewed based upon current scientific literature.

Medication Safety in the Dental Office (afternoon)Managing medications safely is a critical component of the office safety plan. Dental professionals should closely examine the steps taken to help reduce risks for medication errors in their practice settings. The purpose of this course is to review strategies to improve medication safety in the dental office. Learning Objectives:• Identify common medication errors, including prescribing faults, errors with prescribing, dispensing and drug

administration, and erroneous monitoring.• Demonstrate proper prescription writing skills according to the Institute for Safe Medicine Practices.• Discuss the benefits of drug information systems that should be used to obtain information regarding drug

indications, contraindications, and adverse events.• Discuss simple strategies to reduce risks associated with medication use in the dental office.• Discuss safety guidelines for prescribing controlled substances. • Review proper methods of drug storage and disposal.*T his material is the intellectual property of the author and may not be reproduced or distributed without written permission.

Saturday, August 19, 2017 Clinician Presentations

Larry Emmott, DDSDr. Larry Emmott is one of the most entertaining speakers in dentistry. His high-energy programs provide the tools needed to make wise technological decisions, saving time and thousands of dollars. Recognized as a leading dental high-tech authority in the country and with over 30 years of experience as a practicing general dentist, Dr. Larry Emmott’s mission is to help dentists

make good technology choices. He has addressed hundreds of professional groups, and has been a featured speaker at every major US dental meeting. He has written three books on using technology in the dental office and is a featured contributor to the ADA book, Expert Business Strategies. Dr. Emmott has contributed hundreds of articles to dental publications, has been a pioneer in online publishing with his blog—EmmottonTechnology.com—and has been recognized as one of the top ten dentists in social media.

The Future is Coming and it will be Amazing! (morning)Digital technology is revolutionizing every aspect of dental practice including how we make clinical decisions and how we communicate. We will first explore essential core concepts of digital technology, concepts which will help dentists understand and make good technology choices. We will then take a fast ride to the future, looking at some amazing new technologies which will revolutionize the profession.

Digital Workflow – Beyond Paperless (afternoon)The “Practice Technologist” will be the most valuable member of any future dental team.Paperless records are just the beginning; digital technology ultimately empowers dental team members with a more efficient digital workflow. Team members who master digital workflow (the “Practice Technologist”) can harness one of the most powerful trends in technology: the development and expansion of the Internet and e-services to help the typical dentist improve patient care and increase profitability.

Lee Silverstein, DDS, MSDr. Silverstein has been in Private Practice for over 30 years in addition to holding the position of Associate Clinical Professor of Periodontics at the Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University. He lectures extensively both nationally and inter-nationally on the topics of Periodontal Plastic Surgery, Dental Implantology, Hard and Soft Tissue Regenerative Surgical

Techniques, and Oral Medicine. He is on the contributing editorial boards of almost all dental journals and magazines. Dr. Silverstein has committed his entire career to expanding the scope and level of dentistry by writing over 140 scientific articles and authoring 11 textbook chapters. In addition, Dr. Silverstein co-founded Advanced Dental Educational Seminars, a worldwide leader in providing hands-on surgical dental courses.

Friday Evening Fireside

An evening with…

Liz Lemon Swindle Liz Lemon Swindle began her painting career in first grade. Her first exhibitions were on the refrigerator, encouraged by her father. In the early 1980s she tutored under renowned wildlife artist, Nancy Glazier. In 1992, Liz began painting a subject matter she had long desired to approach: her faith. Her paintings are now held in corporate and private col-lections around the world and have been published in countless magazines and books. Liz and her husband Jon have five children and thirteen grandchildren.

The Pearls for When and Why to Refer to a Specialist, or Should I Just Use Antibiotics Instead? (morning)This lecture will teach clinicians about the extrinsic health factors that affect their patients’ ability to heal. The lecture will also discuss the intrinsic factors where the clinician should communicate with the patient’s physician to get predictable soft tissue healing. Lastly, an old wise man told me, “Your eyes can only see what your brain knows,” so we will discuss the past medical history of a patient and the findings on a current medical chart and how they can have huge effects on your patients and their soft tissue healing.

Pearls for the Placement of Dental Implants in the Aesthetic Zone (afternoon)This lecture will teach the clinician how not to reinvent the square wheel. This lecture will teach what not to do as evidenced by the screw-ups it will show. Experience is nothing short of the culmination of someone’s mess-ups. This lecture will try to teach based on Yogi Berra’s saying, “If you don’t know where you are going, then chances are you won’t get there.” The lecture will discuss the order of certain types of dental disciplines and why they are used.

Rita Zamora, BSRita Zamora is an international speaker and published author on social media and online reputation management. She and her team offer expe-rienced social media training, mentoring, and support for healthcare cli-ents across the country. Rita served as a Contributing Faculty Member on the topic of marketing for the American Dental Association Center for Success Certificate Program. She graduated magna cum laude from

the University of Colorado with a bachelor’s degree in business and marketing. With over 20 years of experience in the business of dentistry, working with general and specialty practices, she also brings to the table a solid understanding of the dental world.

Social Media & The Changing Face of Marketing (morning)It’s been said that there is more change occurring in ten years than there had been in 100 years in the past. Likewise, marketing is experiencing tremendous change. This ses-sion will provide an overview of how Millennials and technology are changing the face of marketing, particularly social media, and the methods new patients of all ages are using to find healthcare providers today.

Keys to Social Media Marketing Success (afternoon) Over 40% of potential new patients will never consider your practice unless you provide them with ample opportunity to research you online. This goes far beyond having a traditional website. Learn what top dental practices are doing today to successfully grow their practices with social media. We’ll focus on specific techniques to boost your efforts on the most important social media platforms. Walk away with tips to grow your prac-tice that you can implement right away.Learning Objectives:• Understand how social media can help enhance and protect your online reputation. • Define which strategies and tactics work best in creating thriving social communities.• Identify the top social media platforms for marketing your practice.

Gordon J. Christensen, DDS, MSD, PhD This presentation includes many identifiable ongoing and predicted changes in the profession that will influence dental practice, research, and patient care. Each of these changes requires observation by the respective groups influenced, plans for change, and implementation of the changes.Gordon J. Christensen, Founder of the Academy of LDS Dentists

in 1977, is CEO of Practical Clinical Courses (PCC), and CEO of Clinicians Report Foundation (CR). He is a practicing prosthodontist in Provo, Utah. Gordon has presented over 45,000 hours of continuing education throughout the world and published many articles and books. Gordon and Dr. Rella Christensen are cofounders of the nonprofit Clinicians Report Foundation (previously CRA), which Rella directed for many years. Since 1976, they have conducted research in all areas of dentistry and published the findings to the profession in the well-known Clinicians Report. Gordon is a member of numerous professional organizations.

Founder Presentation

To register online, go to: LDSDentist.byu.edu To register by phone, call: 877-221-6716

Spouse ScheduleFRIDAY, AUGUST 18, 2017

Morning Program held at the Monte L. Bean Life Science Museum Auditorium

Check-in and Registration, 7:00–8:00 a.m.Welcome, Announcements, Introduction of Theme, and Opening Prayer, 8:00–8:20 a.m.

Ben Knowlton, 8:20–9:30 a.m. Morning Break with Dentists, 9:30–9:50 a.m.

Susan Easton Black, 10:00–11:30 a.m.

Lunch with Dentists, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.After lunch, please make your way to the WSC for the

afternoon portion of the Spouse Program. Shuttles will be at the CONF south doors, or you may walk.

TBD, 1:00–2:00 p.m., Varsity Theatre

Nate Tanner, 2:00–3:00 p.m., Varsity Theatre

Afternoon Break, 3:00–3:45 p.m.

Debbie Gibbons, 3:45–4:45 p.m., Varsity Theatre

Evening Banquet and Fireside Provo Marriott Hotel, 6:30 p.m.

Liz Lemon Swindle

SATURDAY, AUGUST 19, 2017 Morning Program held at the

Monte L. Bean Life Science Museum AuditoriumWelcome and Announcements, 8:00–8:20 a.m.

Scott Peterson, 8:20–9:30 a.m.

Morning Break with Dentists, 9:30–9:50 a.m.

Brad Wilcox, 10:00–11:30 a.m.

Service Awards Lunch w/Clinicians11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

After lunch, please make your way to the WSC for the afternoon portion of the Spouse Program.

Alan Hawkins, 1:30–2:30 p.m. Varsity Theatre

Roy and Glenda Hammond, 2:30–3:30 p.m. Varsity Theatre

Closing Remarks, Evaluations 2018 Introductions, 3:30–3:45 p.m.

SPOUSE CONFERENCE PRESENTERS The 2017 Academy of LDS Dentists Spouse Program is for husbands and wives of dental professionals who attend our conference. This year’s theme is “What are you tied to?…Come unto Him.” The morning program will be held at the Monte L. Bean Life Science Museum Auditorium (MLBM); afternoon presentations will be held in the Varsity Theatre of the BYU Wilkinson Center (WSC).

Alan J. HawkinsAlan J. Hawkins earned a PhD in Human Development and Family Studies at The Pennsylvania State University and is the Camilla E. Kimball Endowed Professor of Family Life at Brigham Young University. Professor Hawkins has taught and conducted research and out-reach focused on educational and policy interventions to help couples form and sustain healthy relationships and enduring marriages. In 2012, he received the university’s prestigious Karl G. Maeser Research Award and serves as the current Chair of the Utah Marriage Commission.

Ben Knowlton Ben Knowlton was raised in Kaysville, Utah, and is married to Lisa Larkins. They have five sons ages 12-26, two daughters-in-law, and one grandson. He lives in Springville, Utah. He graduated from BYU in Portuguese and Psychology with a Master of Public Administration, and taught seminary in Utah County for 19 years and has been teaching institute for nine years. He has taught at EFY, Education Week, and Habits for Life Camp for many years. He loves to snow ski and sing karaoke.

Brad WilcoxBrad Wilcox grew up in Provo, Utah, except for childhood years spent in Ethiopia, Africa. He served his mission in Chile and later returned to that country to serve as a mission president. He has served as a member of the Sunday School General Board and is a professor at Brigham Young University where he also enjoys working with such programs as Especially for Youth, Women’s Conference, and Campus Education Week. He is the author of the book, The Continuous Atonement, and the BYU devotional, “His Grace is Sufficient.” He and his wife, Debi, have four children and five grandchildren.

Deborah Gibbons Deborah Gibbons grew up in Orem, Utah, graduated from BYU with a bachelor’s degree in Modern Dance, and instructs in the children’s creative dance program at BYU. She is a certified aerobics instructor, a certified personal trainer, and is passionate about helping people find the joy of move-ment, increasing health and energy. Deborah also received her BS in Nursing from BYU-I and currently works in an Emergency Department, combining her fitness and medical knowledge as she treats and educates patients. She is married to Nathan Gibbons, and they have five children.

Nathan Tanner Nathan Tanner began working at the Missionary Training Center in Provo, Utah, after his mission to Brazil in 1996. Since that time he has served in a number of capacities working with missionary training, curriculum development, mission president training, and a variety of administrative assign-ments. He is currently the Manager of Training and supervises the instruction of 37 of the MTC’s 56 languages. Although he loves missionaries and missionary work, his proudest accomplishments are at home where he has a wonderful wife and nine fantastic children! He is currently serving as the bishop of his ward.

Scott M. Peterson Scott M. Peterson, ChFC, is the founder and principal investment advisor of Peterson Wealth Advisors. A graduate of BYU, Scott specializes in managing money for retirees. He is the architect of the Perennial Income Model, a planning tool that helps retirees manage their investments, author of “Maximize Your Retirement Income”, and is a regular presenter at BYU’s Education Week. Scott enjoys serving in his community in various civic and religious endeavors and is an avid sports fan. When he’s not in the office, he enjoys outdoor activities with his wife, Tracie, and their five children.

Susan Easton BlackSusan Easton Black was born and reared in Long Beach, California. Susan was the first woman to teach religion at BYU and the first woman to receive the Karl G. Maeser Distinguished Faculty Lecturer Award for her research and writing, the highest award given a professor at BYU. Susan has served two missions for the Historic Sites Department, a mission as a psychologist for LDS Social Services, a mission to the Nauvoo Illinois Temple, and a mission in the St. George Temple Visitors’ Center. She is currently serving a mission with the department of Church Curriculum. Susan is the mother of three sons. She enjoys writing, speaking, and being with her husband.

The Spouse Program is designed for adult participants age 18 and older. If you will be accompanied by a baby, we invite you to participate in the program

via audio broadcast in the Mother’s Lounge.

Founder Presentation

To register by phone, call: 877-221-6716ldsdentist.byu.edu/spouse

“Are we securely tied to God so that our faith shows, or are we actually tied to something else?”

–Russell M. Nelson What are you tied to?

Conference Information & Registration

Youth ScheduleFRIDAY, AUGUST 18, 2017

Check-in on the Conference Center Lobby East Patio, 7:30–8:30 a.m.

Youth (ages 6–11)Get-to-Know-You Games, 8:30–9:30 a.m.

Youth (ages 12–18)Speaker: Hank Smith, 8:30-9:30 a.m.

All YouthLagoon (lunch and snack included)

11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Dinner by Café Zupas, 6:15 p.m.

Pick up Youth, CONF, 8:00 p.m.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 19, 2017Check-in, 7:30–8:30 a.m.

Youth (ages 6–11)Water Games, CONF Lawn, 8:30–9:30 a.m.

Youth (ages 12–18)Speaker: Ben Knowlton, 8:30-9:30 a.m.

All YouthSeven Peaks Waterpark (lunch), 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Ice cream party with snacks, 4:00–4:45 p.m.

Pick up Youth, CONF, 4:00–4:45 p.m.

THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR CHILDREN AND YOUTH WITH US.Please pick up your child promptly at the end of each day. The youth program ends at 8:00 p.m. Friday and at 4:00 p.m. Saturday.

Ben Knowlton Ben Knowlton was raised in Kaysville, Utah, and is married to Lisa Larkins. They have five sons ages 12-26, two daughters-in-law, and one grandson. He lives in Springville, Utah. He graduated from BYU in Portuguese and Psychology with a Master of Public Administration and has taught seminary in Utah County for 19 years and has been teaching institute for nine years. He has taught at EFY, Education Week, and Habits for Life Camp for many years. He loves to snow ski and sing karaoke.

Hank SmithHank Smith teaches in the Religious Education Department at BYU and is a favorite speaker for Especially for Youth, Best of Especially for Youth, and BYU Education Week. Hank and his wife, Sara, were both born and raised in St. George, Utah, and are the parents of one daughter and two sons. Brother Smith enjoys running marathons and eating lots and lots of ice cream (which is why he runs marathons). More than anything else, he loves being at home spending all day with his wife and children.

Youth Adventure

Fun in the Sun! Youth ages 6 to 18 will enjoy two action-packed days at some of Utah’s most exciting attractions, as well as make new friends and enjoy friendships from previous annual dental conferences. We hope all youth will join us for great adventures! On Friday, ages 6 to 11 will start the day with games, and ages 12 to 18 will enjoy a dynamic speaker. All youth will spend the rest of the day at Lagoon, followed by dinner from Café Zupas! On Saturday, youth ages 6 to 11 will start the morning with water games, while ages 12 to 18 hear another awesome speaker. All will then head for Seven Peaks Waterpark with its giant half-pipe tube ride, 16 water slides, 500,000-gallon wave pool, 100 feet of free-fall drop slides, lazy river, and more!

REGISTER NOW! Go to ldsdentist.byu.edu/youth Early-bird Youth Adventure registration is available through July 15: $170 Full-price Youth Adventure registration is available July 16–July 31*: $220*Please note early deadline

Conference Information & Registration

An Important Conference for Specialists

Register Now—It’s Easy!*Please note: To ensure the accuracy of your registration, conference materials and name badges, each participant (dentist, spouse, hygienist, student, youth) must register for the conference by individual name if using the form below.

Register Online: Go to LDSDentist.byu.edu and click on “Register Now.” Online registration is available through August 11, 2017. Register by July 15 to get the early-bird discount! NOTE: You must register each person individually.

Register by Phone: This is the easiest way to register more than one person at a time. Call us toll free at 1-877-221-6716 on week-days from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. mountain daylight time through August 11, 2017. Register by July 15 to avoid higher fees.

Register in Person: The registration window in the lobby of the Harman Continuing Education Building at BYU is open weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. mountain daylight time (closed on holi-days). Register before or during the conference for yourself and your family members. Pay by personal check or credit card. Register by July 15 for the lowest rates (see below).

Register by Mail: Use the registration form below (one copy of the form per person being registered) to register for the 2017 conference. Mail your completed form(s) and a check to:

BYU/Academy of LDS Dentists 115A HCEB, Provo, UT 84602 Attn: Andrea Ramsey

Lunch and Learn for Students and New DentistsAvoiding Costly Mistakes: Techniques and Products the Top Dentists of Today Can’t Live Without

August 18, 2017 (Friday)11:30 am – 12:50 pm (80 Minutes)Academy of LDS DentistsGordon J. Christensen DDS MSD PhDThis presentation is oriented toward the new products and concepts in dentistry that are competing for your purchase and use. Which ones are actually faster, easier, better, and less expensive than the ones you are now using? Should you use them or are you better staying with what you are now using? Audience participation and questions will be encouraged throughout the program.

Full name: __________________________________________________

Field of Dentistry: _____________________________________________

Birthday________________________ Gender ______________________

Street address, city, state, ZIP: ___________________________________

__________________________________________________________

Telephone________________ Email _____________________________

Referring member (if any) ______________________________________

*Dues Payment Discount: To pay your dues and receive a promo code for discounted conference registration ($200 off for dentists, $60 off for hygienists), call 801-889-7012 or visit: academyofldsdentists.com

Conference Registration (each participant must register by name to ensure accuracy). Please select the category that best identifies you: Early-bird pricing by July 15 July 16-August 19Dentist* p $695 p $745 Hygienist* p $150 p $200Full retired dentist p $295 p $345 Recent dental school graduate (2015 forward) p $150 p$200 Dental student and pre-dental student p $60 p $110 Dental hygiene student p $60 p $110 Dental assistant p $150 p $200 Spouse of clinician** p $150 p $200

Spouse of dental student or recent grad** p $60 p $110 Early-bird pricing by July 15 July 16-July 31Youth age 6–11 p $170 p $220 Youth age 12–18 p $170 p $220

Please note: To register all your family under one registration, call 1-877-221-6716.

Academy of LDS Dentists Conference 2017 Mail Registration Form

Check the meals you will be attending: p Friday Dentist Lunch p Friday Lunch and Learn for Students and New Dentists p Friday Hygienists’ Lunch and Learn p Saturday Awards Lunch p RSVP Friday Spouses’ Practice Management Lunch and Learn BANQUET TICKETS—Choose one meal option for the Friday night banquet (Included with dentist, hygienist, and spouse registration):

p New York Steak p Salmon p Vegetarian p Steak, Gluten free

ADDITIONAL BANQUET TICKETS

__ New York Steak ($40) __ Salmon ($40) __ Vegetarian ($40) __ Steak, Gluten Free ($40)

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*Dues Payment Discount: To pay your dues and receive a promo code for discounted conference registration ($200 off for dentists, $60 off for hygienists), call 801-889-7012 or visit: academyofldsdentists.com

**For the first time in the history of the Academy, a Lunch and Learn just for spouses will be taking place on Friday, August 18, during the lunch break. Join experienced spouses of clinicians who have been actively involved in practice management for a roundtable discussion, do’s, don’ts, and other helpful advice! The option to participate in this Lunch and Learn is included with spouse regis-tration—just be sure to RSVP for it when you register for the conference.

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BE A CURRENT MEMBER OF THE ACADEMYAcademy members have been standing strong for 40 years, each doing his or her part as we work together to fulfill the Academy’s mission of serving mankind through dental education and service. In recognition of this important milestone in Academy history, we have lots of fun things planned for the 2017 conference, including prize giveaways!

Don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate four decades of service, humanitarian work, and fellowship at this year’s conference—and make sure you take advantage of the significant discount on annual conference registration offered to current, dues paying members of the Academy ($200 off for dentists, $60 off for hygienists). Promo code for discount is required.

Visit AcademyofLDSDentist.com or call 801-889-7012 to pay your dues and receive your promo code.

Brigham Young UniversityConferences and Workshops115 Harman Continuing Education BuildingProvo, Utah 84602

Academy of General DentistryApproved PACE Program ProviderFAGD/MAGD CreditApproval does not imply acceptanceby a state or provincial board ofdentistry or AGD endorsement

“The annual conference is educational, yet engaging and fun, and has exceeded all of my expectations! I have been pleased to find that there is a diverse agenda to reach all who attend. I feel welcome and embraced as part of a larger community and have grown professionally and as a person. Thanks to the Academy for a great conference every summer!” —Debbie Cook

Registration telephone: 801-422-8925or toll free: 877-221-6716 Information telephone: 801-422-3896Website: ldsdentist.byu.edu

Featuring Top Dental Professionals:Bob Spiel, MBA, brings audiences a refreshingly unique take on the core actions and mindsets needed to unlock the talents and gifts inside us all. Drawing on his experience as a practice management and leadership coach to doctors and practice leaders throughout the country, Bob helps partici-pants discover new ways to challenge old limitations.

John Burgess, DDS, is the Assistant Dean for Clinical Research and Director of the Biomaterials Program at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He served as military consultant in General Dentistry to the Air Force Surgeon General. In 2010, he received the Hollenbeck Award for outstanding work in Operative Dentistry and Biomaterials.

Ann Eshenaur Spolarich, RDH, PhD, is an internationally recognized author and speaker on pharmacology and the care of medically complex patients. She is Professor and Course Director of Clinical Medicine and Pharmacology, and Director of Research at the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health, and teaches part-time in the Special Care Clinic.

Larry Emmott, DDS, provides participants the tools needed to make wise technological decisions, saving time and thousands of dollars. Recognized as a leading dental high-tech authority in the country and with over 30 years of experience as a practicing general dentist, Dr. Emmott’s mission is to help dentists make good technology choices.

Lee Silverstein, DDS, MS, lectures extensively both nationally and interna-tionally on the topics of Periodontal Plastic Surgery, Dental Implantology, Hard and Soft Tissue Regenerative Surgical Techniques, and Oral Medicine. He is on the contributing editorial boards of almost all our dental journals and magazines.

Rita Zamora, BS, is an international speaker and published author on social media and online reputation management. She and her team offer experienced social media training, mentoring, and support for healthcare clients across the country. Rita served as a Contributing Faculty Member on the topic of marketing for the ADA.

Gordon J. Christensen, DDS, MSD, PhD, is founder of the Academy and director of Practical Clinical Courses (PCC) and CEO of Clinicians Report Foundation (CR) in Provo, Utah. He has presented over 45,000 hours of continuing education throughout the world and published many articles and books. He and Dr. Rella Christensen are cofounders of the nonprofit Clinicians Report Foundation.

Dr. Jason Nicholson is a board-certified Periodontist. Following the completion of his dental training, he next pursued a specialty in periodon-titics at the University of Oklahoma. Here he completed his three-year residency with a certificate in periodontics along with a master’s program and was awarded for outstanding academic achievement.

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