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J O I N U S A S W E C E L E B R A T E 41 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.

New Dentist/Student “Lunch and Learn” Join other new dentists (in practice five years or less) and students for a 70-minute “Lunch and Learn” session with Dr. Gordon Christensen, who is keenly aware of the challenges young dentists face in today’s ever-changing field of dentistry. He is passionate about helping make the transition from student to dentist a successful one. Space is limited so register soon!

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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 humanitarian service and how you can participate.

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

GORDON’STop Ten ReasonsTO ATTEND THE CONFERENCE

Education, Service >> and FellowshipEducation, Service >> and Fellowship

“ The annual Academy Conference is a great way for me to get practical C.E. and rub shoulders with other dedicated practitioners in a unique setting. I also look forward to the spiritual boost I get from the Friday evening fireside. It’s a complete package that’s hard to beat.”

—Tom Johnston, Academy President

Join us for the 41st Annual Conference of the Academy of LDS Dentists, where we bring together the nation’s best speakers for the entire oral healthcare team.

Why Attend?EDUCATION: Our excellent clinical lectures will help enhance your professional endeavors in countless ways, from new systems and technologies to inspirational stories to new ideas in patient care.

SERVICE: Academy donations, excess membership funds, and conference profits go to support our scholarship and humanitarian efforts throughout the world. Come learn how you can get involved with helping to provide dental service to those who need it most.

FELLOWSHIP: Attending the conference provides opportunities to make or renew friendships with other colleagues and to network with one another. Family can come enjoy our spouse and youth programs and build friendships, new and old, with others who share the same ideals.

REFER-A-FRIEND PROGRAM Take advantage of our “Refer-a-Friend” program to help you earn more confer-ence discounts. Visit our website for more information.academyofldsdentists.com

GENERAL INFORMATIONBE A CURRENT MEMBER OF THE ACADEMY AND SAVE!Take advantage of significant discounts on conference registration for current academy members! (Take $200 off for practicing dentists and $60 for practicing hygienists.) Visit academyofldsdentists.com or call Kathy at 801.889.7012 to join or pay dues. Promotional code is provid-ed via email upon payment of dues and is needed at time of registration to receive the discount.

Friday Evening Banquet Fireside

Lloyd D. NewellTake a break from professional learning to be spiritually uplifted and edified, nourishing both body and spirit. For dentists, hygienists, and spouses, the banquet fireside is included with conference registration; however, an

RSVP is required at time of registration (new this year). Our special speaker will be Lloyd D. Newell.

Dr. Newell has worked as a television news anchor in Pennsylvania and Utah, as well as for CNN in Atlanta, Georgia, and is the author of more than a dozen books. Dr. Newell has been the voice and writer of the longest continuing nationwide broadcast in America, Music and the Spoken Word, since 1990.

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

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

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

8. Network, socialize, and renew friendships with colleagues and other families.

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

10. Celebrate over 40 years of Academy history—and have the opportunity to win one of several prize giveaways!

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

Eva Grayzel Tongue-Tied: A Story NOT Silenced by Oral Cancer Eva inspires audiences with her firsthand account of hardships unantici-pated and overcome. Become a more vigilant and aware clinician as you improve your oral cancer screening technique along with educating your patients about the disease’s signs and symptoms.

Ignite the Power of Story to Educate, Engage and Persuade Tap the power of story to build relationships and inspire trust. In her

uniquely interactive format, Eva guides you to craft your story, showcasing what makes YOU stand out among the competition.

J. William Robbins, DDS, MA “Global Diagnosis”—A New Vision of Dental Diagnosis and Treatment Planning Global Diagnosis is a systematic approach for treatment planning the more complex dental patient. This presentation includes the system to diagnose and treatment plan the interdisciplinary patient, as well as the diagnostic form that leads the clinician through the process.

“4-5-6 Global Diagnosis” This lecture will give an overview of the Global Diagnosis System and its

use in treatment planning the complex interdisciplinary patient.

Manor Haas, DDS, Cert Endo MSc(D) Controversies and Advances in Endodontics This honest and practical course will review the relevance along with the good and bad behind many new endodontic instruments, procedures, and protocols.

Endo for GPs: Better, Faster and Safer Root Canals In this practical course, you will learn how in 2018, you can absolutely per-

form root canals better, faster, and safer. Many clinical tips and tricks will be demonstrated and tailored to novice and experienced GPs.

Charles Wakefield, DDS Restorative Considerations in Geriatric Dentistry This lecture will review the basics of the unique problems associated with geriatric patients

New Aspects in Restorative Dentistry This lecture will discuss adhesives; composites, including bulk fill products; glass ionomers and the new “bioactive” or “smart” products and present the most appropriate material for varying clinical situations.

Clinician ScheduleDENTISTS AND HYGIENISTS

[ FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2018 ]BYU CONFERENCE CENTER

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

Morning Presentations 8:00–10:30 a.m.Eva Grayzel 8:10 a.m.

J. William Robbins, DDS, MA 8:50 a.m.Morning Break with Spouses 9:30–9:50 a.m.

Manor Haas, DDS Cert Endo MSc(D) 9:50 a.m.

Question-and-Answer Session 10:30 a.m.Academy Business 11:00 a.m.

Hygienist Lunch and Learn with Derek Hein 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 11:40 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.

Lloyd D. Newell

All presenter bios are available at ldsdentist.byu.edu

2018 Clinician Presentations

“I absolutely love that the LDS Dental Conference is for the entire family! Not only does my husband get outstanding training for his field, but the rest of the family gets uplifted in their own unique ways. I leave the Spouse Conference inspired, rejuvenated, and excited to share what I have learned. The kids LOVE coming because of all the fun things the Academy has planned for them, and it’s a great break from our everyday routines! We love the dental conference and hope to continue this fun tradition with our family for years to come!”

—Lisa Westover, New Mexico

Hygienist Lunch and Learn Derek Hein, COO, CR FoundationInnovative and Helpful Products and Concepts for Dental HygienistsThis course reviews the most recent dental hygiene products from Clinicians Report Foundation evaluations.

David Little, DDS Implant Dentistry: Enhancing Diagnostic, Surgical, and Restorative Outcomes Using the Latest Technology—Part I Learn how to enhance the quality of your patients’ lives with implant den-tistry. Explore how to produce predictable results whether replacing a single tooth or an entire arch utilizing a digital workflow.

Implant Dentistry: Enhancing Diagnostic, Surgical, and Restorative Outcomes Using the Latest Technology—Part II

The afternoon course will dive deeper into the morning session. Topics will include implant treatment planning, surgical guides, digital workflow, immediate provisionalization, and solutions for the single tooth and for the edentulous patient.

Steven M. Katz, DMD Make a Difference! This presentation will trace the events of Dr. Katz losing his practice in a series of tragedies, to helping a horribly injured team member rebuild her life, to making a difference in his patients’ lives through dental care.

You’ve Got the Power This presentation will teach, inspire, and take you on a rollercoaster of

laughter and despair leading to emotional triumph.

Gordon J. Christensen, DDS, MSD, PhD Founder Presentation, What’s New—2018 This presentation includes many identifiable ongoing and predicted changes in the profession that will influence dental practice, research, and patient care.

Clinician Schedule (Continued)

DENTISTS AND HYGIENISTS[ SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 2018 ]

BYU CONFERENCE CENTER

Mentor Breakfast (ticket required) 6:45 a.m.

Morning Presentations 8:00–10:30 a.m.

Charles Wakefield, DDS 8:10 a.m.

David A. Little, DDS 8:50 a.m.

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

Student Chapter Presidents’ Meeting 9:30 a.m.

Steven M. Katz, DMD (Practice Management)

9:50 a.m.

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

Gordon J. Christensen, DDS, MSD, PhD 11:00 a.m.

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

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

Clinician Break 3:30–3:40 p.m.

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

“ Along with my personal desire, I feel it is my obligation as a dental hygienist to be informed and educated on current dental concepts, products, and procedures, so I can better serve my patients and answer questions they may have expanding beyond dental hygiene and oral health. This conference gives me the opportunity to be taught by the best.

—Donita Holland, RDH, BS, Nevada

DIGITAL CONFERENCE BINDERConference participants have the option of accessing conference materials online with the Guidebook app (in lieu of hard copy materials). Save the green and try the app this year! Of course, if you prefer a regular binder, we have that option as well.

Hank Smith, PhD Finding Joy through Building Trusting RelationshipsHank 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.

Hilary Weeks Finding Joy in Daily Life Hilary has always loved music. Her most recent CD releases Every Step, Say Love, and Love Your Life all charted in the top ten on the Christian Billboard Charts. She loves sharing the message of optimistic living.

Dorie Haws Finding Joy in ParentingDorie Haws is a head teacher trainer in the Child and Family Studies Laboratory in the School of Family Life at BYU.

Liz Edmunds Finding Joy in the KitchenLiz Edmunds is the author of two cookbooks: The Food Nanny Rescues Dinner (2008) and The Food Nanny Rescues Dinner Again! (2009). She also hosts the BYUtv show The Food Nanny, which show-cases her passion for family dinnertime.

Rella Christensen, PhD, RDH Finding Joy in Your WorkRella has a PhD and leads TRAC Research—the human studies section of the nonprofit Clinicians Report Foundation, formerly called CRA, which she cofounded and directed for 27 years.

Bryce Barfuss, DDS, and Heidi Barfuss Finding Joy in Service Bryce and Heidi live in Twin Falls, Idaho, and enjoy hiking, backpacking, skiing, road-tripping, and serving abroad. They feel that serving and traveling together creates the best memories.

Taylor and Bailee Morris Finding Joy Before, During, and After Adversity Taylor and Bailee are both performers and entertainers at heart. They met through the BYU Young Ambassador program and both were members of the group for three years.

Nathan Ogden Finding Joy in the JourneyNathan Ogden’s life came crashing to a halt after he was instantly paralyzed in a skiing accident. By staring his excuses in the eye he found new legs to live life standing taller.

Jeff Hill, PhD, and Tammy Hill, LMFT Igniting Joy in Marriage: Sparks that Light the FireTammy is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Provo, UT, and Jeff is a professor of Family Life at BYU. Both widowed, they have experienced the challenge and joy blending a family of 12 children.

H. James Christensen, MD, and Janet Christensen Finding Joy in Temple AttendanceJames and Janet were called to preside over the Denmark Copenhagen Mission in 2004. They also served as missionaries to the England Missionary Training Centre, and President and Matron of the Copenhagen Denmark Temple.

Yvonne & Jacques Barketse Yvonne and Jacques grew up in Rwanda and both escaped during the Rwandan genocide in 1994. They now both work with refugees, wanting to help others who are experiencing similar life changes that they both experienced.

“My soul delighteth in the things of the Lord” (2 Nephi 4:16)

Spouse Schedule[ FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2018 ]

Check-In and Registration 7:00–8:00 a.m.

Welcome and Opening Prayer 8:00–8:15 a.m.

Hank Smith 8:15–9:30 a.m.

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

Hilary Weeks 9:50–11:30 a.m.

Lunch with Dentists 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Dorie Haws 1:00–1:50 p.m.

Liz Edmunds (The Food Nanny) 1:50–2:50 p.m.

Afternoon Break 2:50–3:30 p.m.

Rella Christensen 3:30–4:15 p.m.

Service Presentation 4:15–5:00 p.m. Bryce and Heidi Barfuss

Evening Banquet and Fireside 6:30 p.m. Lloyd D. Newell Provo Marriott Hotel

[ SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 2018 ]Welcome and Announcements 8:00–8:10 a.m.

Taylor and Bailee Morris 8:15–9:30 a.m.

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

Nathan Ogden 9:50–10:40 a.m.

Service Awards Lunch with Clinicians 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

(Make your way to the WSC Ballroom)

Yvonne and Jacques Baraketse 1:30–2:25 p.m.

Jeff and Tammy Hill 2:25–3:20 p.m.

Afternoon Break with Spouses 3:20–3:40 p.m.

James and Janet Williams 3:40–4:30 p.m.

Closing Remarks 4:30–4:45 p.m.

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WHAT THE SPOUSE PROGRAM IS ALL ABOUT The 2018 Academy of LDS Dentists Spouse Program is for husbands and wives of dental professionals who attend our conference. This year’s theme is “Finding Joy in the Journey.” This year, we are excited to announce that we will be able to hold the Spouse Program under the same roof as the clinicians’ program! The Spouse Program will be held in the beautiful new Harman Building Ballroom.

Youth Schedule[ FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2018 ]Check-In, Conference Center Lobby

East Patio, 7:00–8:00 a.m.

Youth Ages 6–11Get-to-Know-You Games, 8:00–9:30 a.m.

Youth Ages 12–18Speaker: Dorie Haws, 8:30-9:30 a.m.

All YouthLagoon (Lunch and Snack Included)

10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.Dinner with KFC, 5:15 p.m.

Youth Pickup at Marriott Hotel, 8:00 p.m.

[ SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 2018 ]Check-In, 7:30–8:30 a.m.

Youth Ages 6–11Games on Cougar FIeld, 8:30–9:30 a.m.

Youth Ages 12–18Speaker: Nathan Ogden, 8:30-9:30 a.m.

All YouthTBA Fun Activity (Lunch Included)

10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.Jamba Juice Party with Cosmo, 4:00–5:00 p.m.

Note: Activities are subject to change.

YOUTH ADVENTURE

FUN IN THE SUN! Youth ages 6–18 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 the youth will join us for great adventures!

FridayOn Friday, youth ages 6–11 will start the day with games and youth ages 12–18 will enjoy a dynamic speaker, Dorie Haws, who will talk about relationships, communication, and service. All youth will spend the rest of the day at Lagoon, followed by dinner from KFC!

SaturdayOn Saturday, youth ages 6–11 will start the morning with games, while ages 12–18 hear another awesome speaker, Nathan Ogden, who will share his courageous story of survival after a skiing accident.

REGISTER NOW! Go to ldsdentist.byu.edu/youth Early-bird Youth Adventure registration is available through July 16: $170 Full-price Youth Adventure registration is available July 17–July 31*: $220*Please note early deadline

THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR CHILDREN AND YOUTH WITH US.Please pick up your child promptly at the end of each day. On Friday the youth program ends at 8:00 p.m. at the Marriott Hotel and on Saturday pickup is at 5:00 p.m. at the Conference Center.

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Conference Registration Until July 16 July 17–August 18

Dentist* 695 745

Hygienist* 150 200

Full retired dentist 295 345

Recent (2016+) dental school graduate 150 200

Dental or pre-dental student 60 110

Dental hygiene student 60 110

Dental assistant 150 200

Spouse of clinician 150 200

Spouse of dental student or recent grad 60 110

Until July 16 July 17–July 31Youth ages 6–11 170 220Youth ages 12–18 170 220

Please note: To register all your family members under one registration, call 1-877-221-6716.Additional banquet ticket: $40* 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

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

“ The conference attracts the best speakers on the circuit. After the conference, I am always excited to get home and implement something new I have learned. Also, there is no better group in the world with whom to rub shoulders.”

—Curtis Godfrey, DDS, Idaho

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

Register NowRegister Online at ldsdentist.byu.edu: Register by July 15 to get the early-bird rate! Online reg-istration closes August 11, 2018. Note: You must register each person individually.* Register by Phone: The easiest way to register more than one person* is to call us toll free at 877.221.6716 on weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. mountain time through August 15, 2018. Save $50 before July 15.Register in Person: The registration desk at the Harman Continuing Education Building (BYU) is open weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (closed on holidays). Register before or during the conference by personal check or credit card. Register by July 15 for the lowest rates.Having trouble registering? Call us toll free at 877.221.6716 on weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. mountain time.

Discover How You Can ServeIf you’ve been hoping to learn about how to get involved with dental humanitarian service, our annual conference is the place to be! Display tables line the Conference Center hallway, showcasing the many varied dental service opportunities available to Academy members. Come learn how you can share your dental talents with those in need, regardless of where you are in your dental career, AND include your family!

* Each participant must register by their own name to ensure accuracy.