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Next Gen ADA Speakers and CE Presenters New Dentist Learning Network (East Coast)

NOTE: This is a livestreamed event series. It is not included with the ADA CE Online subscription.

Network launch date: Monday, January 18, 2024

Overview
Unlock your potential to evolve into an in-demand ADA and dental speaker, captivating audiences at the regional, state, national, and global levels. During this impactful year, you will learn from the most recognized speakers in dentistry how to determine your interests and strengths, understand the current landscape of dental conferences and major events, create your “elevator pitch” for potential speaking opportunities, build a speaker packet, and market yourself. You will also decode the secrets of earning recognition as a distinguished presenter and craft an impactful speaker persona through captivating web pages and compelling collateral.

Join our eight engaging 1.5-hour Zoom sessions throughout 2024, where expert speakers share rich content followed by interactive discussions. Join the network and receive 12 hours of CE for your participation as well as an exclusive invitation to share your speaker packet and give a brief presentation at SmileCon® 2024—the ADA’s annual meeting—in New Orleans.    

This network will meet on one Thursday per month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time. For the Pacific Time version of this network, search "Next Gen".

Learning Objectives
• Craft your introduction to regional, state, national, and global program, program, and conference decision-makers  
• Develop your professional brand as a presenter 
• Define the ideal audience for your content 
• Frame your expertise  
• Dive into the concepts of live events, online events, and hybrid events 
• Create an insightful speaker packet that sells 
• Lean on fellow presenters to garner an audience 
• Discuss the varied dental events held regionally on the state level, nationally, and globally 

Network livestream meeting dates:
• January 18, 2024  
• February 8, 2024 
• March 7, 2024 
• April 4, 2024 
• May 9, 2024 
• September 19, 2024 
• October 10, 2024 
• November 14, 2024


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Next Gen ADA Speakers and CE Presenters New Dentist Learning Network (West Coast)

NOTE: This is a livestreamed event series. It is not included with the ADA CE Online subscription.

Network launch date: Monday, January 18, 2024

Overview
Unlock your potential to evolve into an in-demand ADA and dental speaker, captivating audiences at the regional, state, national, and global levels. During this impactful year, you will learn from the most recognized speakers in dentistry how to determine your interests and strengths, understand the current landscape of dental conferences and major events, create your “elevator pitch” for potential speaking opportunities, build a speaker packet, and market yourself. You will also decode the secrets of earning recognition as a distinguished presenter and craft an impactful speaker persona through captivating web pages and compelling collateral.

Join our eight engaging 1.5-hour Zoom sessions throughout 2024, where expert speakers share rich content followed by interactive discussions. Join the network and receive 12 hours of CE for your participation as well as an exclusive invitation to share your speaker packet and give a brief presentation at SmileCon® 2024—the ADA’s annual meeting—in New Orleans.    

This network will meet on one Thursday per month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Pacific Time. For the Eastern Time version of this network, search "Next Gen".

Learning Objectives
• Craft your introduction to regional, state, national, and global program, program, and conference decision-makers  
• Develop your professional brand as a presenter 
• Define the ideal audience for your content 
• Frame your expertise  
• Dive into the concepts of live events, online events, and hybrid events 
• Create an insightful speaker packet that sells 
• Lean on fellow presenters to garner an audience 
• Discuss the varied dental events held regionally on the state level, nationally, and globally 

Network livestream meeting dates:
• January 18, 2024  
• February 8, 2024 
• March 7, 2024 
• April 4, 2024 
• May 9, 2024 
• September 19, 2024 
• October 10, 2024 
• November 14, 2024


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LGBTQIA+ Patient-Centered Care New Dentist Learning Network (East Coast)

NOTE: This is a livestreamed event series. It is not included with the ADA CE Online subscription.

Network Launch date:Thursday, January 25, 2024

Overview
This dynamic network is designed to equip new dentists with the knowledge to provide affirming care to LGBTQIA+ patients. Each session will cover patient-centered topics ranging from terminology and history to practical strategies for creating a practice environment that supports your patients and families. Learn from experienced professionals in the field and gain valuable insights on navigating various aspects of LGBTQIA+ healthcare, thought leadership, health equity, family support, faith considerations, and pediatric care.

Join the network for our eight engaging 1.5-hour Zoom sessions throughout 2024, where expert speakers share rich content followed by interactive discussions. You’ll receive 12 hours of CE for your participation. Even better, you will be invited to attend in-person events with your network peers and moderator at SmileCon 2024 in New Orleans for "what’s next" brainstorming sessions, network-only after-hours events, and unique keynote speakers.

This network will meet on one Thursday per month from 7- 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time. For the Pacific Time version of this network, search "LGBTQIA+ Patient".

Network Moderator: Evan Rosenthal, MS, LPCC, LADC (He/They) 

Network Learning Objectives
• Gain practical insights from today’s LBTQIA+-centered providers
• Discuss the latest research at the crossroads of dentistry and LGBTQIA+ identity, engaging in insightful discussions that span oral health, medical considerations, mental wellness, and addiction
• Immerse yourself in the experiences of LGBTQIA+ patients and their families
• Refine your approach to care and communication
• Elevate your communication prowess by honing your understanding of LGBTQIA+ terminology and mastering effective discourse strategies
• Partner with medical, mental health, and allied health professionals to advance care for LGBTQIA+ patients and families

Network Livestream Meeting Dates
Thursday, January 25, 2024: Terminology, History, Using the Language we have, and showing up for/with Colleagues
Thursday, February 15, 2024: Creating an Affirming Business and Getting All Levels of Leadership on Board
Thursday, March 5, 2024: Seeing the Whole Patient as Part of Providing LGBTQIA+-Affirming Care
Thursday, April 11, 2024: Needs and Considerations for Health Equity and Access for LGBTQIA+ Patients
Thursday, May 2, 2024: Supporting Parents of LGBTQIA+ Children/Young People and Family Experiences in Healthcare Settings
Thursday, September 12, 2024: Impact of Faith, Spirituality, Religion and how LGBTQIA+ Affirming Care Aligns with those Values
Thursday, October 3, 2024: Pediatric Care: Supporting Young People in your Practice
Thursday, November 7, 2024: Navigating Politics and Legislative Policy Changes Across the U.S. with Clients and in your Practice 

Network Moderator Biography
Evan Rosenthal, MS, LPCC, LADC (He/They) is a Psychotherapist with Transcend Psychotherapy and a national presenter focused on LGBT+ Mental and Chemical Health. They work primarily with LGBQIA+/trans/non-binary/gender-expansive clients. They use lived experiences from daily living, medical, and therapy settings, alongside research, reading, and other training to offer individual and broad depictions of gender-affirming care. They provide national and regional consultation and training in academic, corrections, and other large systems using an intersectional social justice lens and experiential and didactic approaches. Evan is also a board-approved supervisor for LPC and LPCC licensing in Minnesota.


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LGBTQIA+ Patient-Centered Care New Dentist Learning Network (West Coast)

NOTE: This is a livestreamed event series. It is not included with the ADA CE Online subscription.

Network Launch date:Thursday, January 25, 2024

Overview
This dynamic network is designed to equip new dentists with the knowledge to provide affirming care to LGBTQIA+ patients. Each session will cover patient-centered topics ranging from terminology and history to practical strategies for creating a practice environment that supports your patients and families. Learn from experienced professionals in the field and gain valuable insights on navigating various aspects of LGBTQIA+ healthcare, thought leadership, health equity, family support, faith considerations, and pediatric care.

Join the network for our eight engaging 1.5-hour Zoom sessions throughout 2024, where expert speakers share rich content followed by interactive discussions. You’ll receive 12 hours of CE for your participation. Even better, you will be invited to attend in-person events with your network peers and moderator at SmileCon 2024 in New Orleans for "what’s next" brainstorming sessions, network-only after-hours events, and unique keynote speakers.

This network will meet on one Thursday per month from 7- 8:30 p.m. Pacific Time. For the Eastern Time version of this network, search "LGBTQIA+ Patient".

Network Moderator: Evan Rosenthal, MS, LPCC, LADC (He/They) 

Network Learning Objectives
• Gain practical insights from today’s LBTQIA+-centered providers
• Discuss the latest research at the crossroads of dentistry and LGBTQIA+ identity, engaging in insightful discussions that span oral health, medical considerations, mental wellness, and addiction
• Immerse yourself in the experiences of LGBTQIA+ patients and their families
• Refine your approach to care and communication
• Elevate your communication prowess by honing your understanding of LGBTQIA+ terminology and mastering effective discourse strategies
• Partner with medical, mental health, and allied health professionals to advance care for LGBTQIA+ patients and families

Network Livestream Meeting Dates
Thursday, January 25, 2024: Terminology, History, Using the Language we have, and showing up for/with Colleagues
Thursday, February 15, 2024: Creating an Affirming Business and Getting All Levels of Leadership on Board
Thursday, March 5, 2024: Seeing the Whole Patient as Part of Providing LGBTQIA+-Affirming Care
Thursday, April 11, 2024: Needs and Considerations for Health Equity and Access for LGBTQIA+ Patients
Thursday, May 2, 2024: Supporting Parents of LGBTQIA+ Children/Young People and Family Experiences in Healthcare Settings
Thursday, September 12, 2024: Impact of Faith, Spirituality, Religion and how LGBTQIA+ Affirming Care Aligns with those Values
Thursday, October 3, 2024: Pediatric Care: Supporting Young People in your Practice
Thursday, November 7, 2024: Navigating Politics and Legislative Policy Changes Across the U.S. with Clients and in your Practice 

Network Moderator Biography
Evan Rosenthal, MS, LPCC, LADC (He/They) is a Psychotherapist with Transcend Psychotherapy and a national presenter focused on LGBT+ Mental and Chemical Health. They work primarily with LGBQIA+/trans/non-binary/gender-expansive clients. They use lived experiences from daily living, medical, and therapy settings, alongside research, reading, and other training to offer individual and broad depictions of gender-affirming care. They provide national and regional consultation and training in academic, corrections, and other large systems using an intersectional social justice lens and experiential and didactic approaches. Evan is also a board-approved supervisor for LPC and LPCC licensing in Minnesota.


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Oral Surgery Skills for Female General and Pediatric Dentists (East Coast New Dentist Learning)

NOTE: This is a livestreamed event series. It is not included with the ADA CE Online subscription.

Network Launch Date: Wednesday, January 24, 2024

The dynamic field of oral surgery procedures is continuously evolving, and it presents unique challenges, especially for women general and pediatric practitioners. Many tools, techniques, and surgical environments are designed with larger bodies and hands in mind, necessitating the adaptation of strategies to cater to the physical attributes and care preferences of women.

Join a distinguished team of female oral and maxillofacial surgeons for a transformative year. Together, you'll analyze cases, enhance your surgical repertoire, and cultivate a skillset aligned with your professional vision. What's even more valuable is that, following the initial three sessions, your cohort will collectively choose pivotal topics and cases for in-depth discussions, enabling you to propel your practice forward.

This network offers eight engaging 1.5-hour Zoom sessions throughout 2024. You’ll receive 12 hours of CE for your participation as well as exclusive invitations to network-only events and CE at SmileCon® 2024—the ADA’s annual meeting—in New Orleans.

This network will meet on one Wednesday per month from 7- 8:30 p.m. EasternTime. For the Pacific Time version of this network, search "Oral Surgery Skills".

Network Moderator: Rachel Uppgaard, DDS

Network Moderator Biography
Rachel Uppgaard, DDS, is a clinical assistant professor, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Department of Developmental and Surgical Sciences, University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. Dr. Uppgaard is a member of the American Dental Association and the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. She is an active volunteer within the community and provides care to patients at Woodbury Smiles Dentistry. Dr. Uppgaard received her Bachelor of Arts, dental degree, and completed her residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Minnesota.

Network Learning Objectives:
• Analyze the unique challenges impacting female dentists and oral surgery
• Discuss nuances of common oral surgery cases
• Consider when to provide care and when to refer
• Modify your tools and techniques
• Administer pre and perioperative care for surgical patients
• Perform complete flap procedures
• Prepare extraction sites
• Execute tooth removal with finesse instead of force
• Address medico-legal concerns
• Handle medically compromised patients
• Assess surgical risks
• Deal with surgical complications
• Remove erupted teeth surgically or non-surgically
• Extract third molars surgically
• Conduct pre-prosthetic surgery and implant procedures
• Respond to medical emergencies
• Apply principles of pain management
• Manage post-operative care and associated complications
• Address medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw
• Administer antibiotic prophylaxis
• Address nerve injuries
• Utilize lasers for treatment
• Manage patients on oral anticoagulant therapy

Network livestream meeting dates:
• Wednesday, January 24, 2024
• Wednesday, February 21, 2024
• Wednesday, March 13, 2024
• Wednesday, April 10, 2024
• Wednesday, May 8, 2024
• Wednesday, September 25, 2024
• Wednesday, November 6, 2024
• Wednesday, December 4, 2024


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Oral Surgery Skills for Female General and Pediatric Dentists (West Coast New Dentist Learning)

NOTE: This is a livestreamed event series. It is not included with the ADA CE Online subscription.

Network Launch Date: Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Overview
The dynamic field of oral surgery procedures is continuously evolving, and it presents unique challenges, especially for women general and pediatric practitioners. Many tools, techniques, and surgical environments are designed with larger bodies and hands in mind, necessitating the adaptation of strategies to cater to the physical attributes and care preferences of women.

Join a distinguished team of female oral and maxillofacial surgeons for a transformative year. Together, you'll analyze cases, enhance your surgical repertoire, and cultivate a skillset aligned with your professional vision. What's even more valuable is that, following the initial three sessions, your cohort will collectively choose pivotal topics and cases for in-depth discussions, enabling you to propel your practice forward.

This network offers eight engaging 1.5-hour Zoom sessions throughout 2024. You’ll receive 12 hours of CE for your participation as well as exclusive invitations to network-only events and CE at SmileCon® 2024—the ADA’s annual meeting—in New Orleans.

This network will meet on one Wednesday per month from 7- 8:30 p.m. PacificTime. For the Eastern Time version of this network, search "Oral Surgery Skills".

Network Moderator: Rachel Uppgaard, DDS

Network Moderator Biography
Rachel Uppgaard, DDS, is a clinical assistant professor, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Department of Developmental and Surgical Sciences, University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. Dr. Uppgaard is a member of the American Dental Association and the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. She is an active volunteer within the community and provides care to patients at Woodbury Smiles Dentistry. Dr. Uppgaard received her Bachelor of Arts, dental degree, and completed her residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Minnesota.

Network Learning Objectives:
• Analyze the unique challenges impacting female dentists and oral surgery
• Discuss nuances of common oral surgery cases
• Consider when to provide care and when to refer
• Modify your tools and techniques
• Administer pre and perioperative care for surgical patients
• Perform complete flap procedures
• Prepare extraction sites
• Execute tooth removal with finesse instead of force
• Address medico-legal concerns
• Handle medically compromised patients
• Assess surgical risks
• Deal with surgical complications
• Remove erupted teeth surgically or non-surgically
• Extract third molars surgically
• Conduct pre-prosthetic surgery and implant procedures
• Respond to medical emergencies
• Apply principles of pain management
• Manage post-operative care and associated complications
• Address medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw
• Administer antibiotic prophylaxis
• Address nerve injuries
• Utilize lasers for treatment
• Manage patients on oral anticoagulant therapy

Network livestream meeting dates:
• Wednesday, January 24, 2024
• Wednesday, February 21, 2024
• Wednesday, March 13, 2024
• Wednesday, April 10, 2024
• Wednesday, May 8, 2024
• Wednesday, September 25, 2024
• Wednesday, November 6, 2024
• Wednesday, December 4, 2024


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Eco-Sustainable Practice New Dentist Learning Network (East Coast)

NOTE: This is a livestreamed event series. It is not included with the ADA CE Online subscription.

Network Launch date:Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Overview
Introducing the Sustainable Dentistry New Dentist Network–your gateway to a future-ready dental practice. In a world where resource conservation is paramount, this network offers a transformative perspective on dentistry. Curated by new dentists for new dentists, this year-long continuing education experience provides insights from a diverse array of global experts. Working together with like-minded peers, you will dive into a wealth of knowledge, including groundbreaking research in specialist areas, environmental mapping, tele dentistry, and cutting-edge insights on prevention and decontamination. Discover how small changes can pave the way for a more sustainable dental system.

Be a part of a community committed to a greener, more sustainable future—join the network for our eight engaging 1.5-hour Zoom sessions throughout 2024, where expert speakers share rich content followed by interactive discussions. You’ll receive 12 hours of CE for your participation as well as exclusive invitations to network-only events and CE at SmileCon® 2024—the ADA’s annual meeting—in New Orleans.

This network will meet on one Tuesday per month from 7- 8:30 p.m. EasternTime. For the Pacific Time version of this network, search "Eco-Sustainable".

Network Mission Statement
In a shifting dental landscape, a focus on sustainability can help build resilience while better protecting the health of patients and the community.
Together, we can collectively reduce the dental sector’s carbon footprint and improve healthcare equity and patient safety, as the individuals least able to compensate for the effects of the climate are already burdened with adverse social determinants of health. Estimates suggest that the healthcare industry accounts for approximately 8.5% of national carbon emissions. It is important that as dental practitioners we do our part to help improve our dental practice’s environmental footprint.

Dental practices that prioritize sustainability gain meaningful, lasting benefits such as cost savings, operating efficiencies, staff recruitment and retention, and potential payments and tax credits through recent federal incentives.

Network Moderator: Jenn Luca DMD, MS 

Network Learning Objectives
• Become a leader in eco-friendly dentistry and explore the cutting-edge research shaping our future practice.
• Evaluate and embrace a diverse range of sustainable dental innovations, both for integration into your practice and personal growth.
• Elevate your influence as you champion sustainable dentistry, initiating and leading discussions on local, regional, national, and global stages.
• Craft a strategic roadmap for sustainable dentistry within your practice, region, state, and with the ADA.
• Shape the future of sustainable dentistry, working with the ADA and like-minded peers from around the world to develop visionary plans for ongoing continuing education, speaker engagements, impactful social media outreach, and comprehensive resource kits.  

Livestream meeting dates
• Tuesday, January 23, 2024
• Tuesday, February 13, 2024
• Tuesday, March 19, 2024
• Tuesday, April 9, 2024
• Tuesday, May 14, 2024
• Tuesday, September 24, 2024
• Tuesday, November 19, 2024
• Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Moderator Biography
Jenn Luca DMD, MS, is a pediatric dentist practicing in metro Atlanta. She founded the Sustainability Committee while at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine before creating and leading the Green Team at Nationwide Children's Hospital while in residency at The Ohio State University. She volunteers with the Centre for Sustainable Healthcare and is a facilitator of the Sustainable Dentistry course. She has presented nationally on the topic of Sustainable Dentistry at the ASDA National Conference and the AAPD Annual Session. Jenn is dedicated to integrating environmentally sustainable practices into the dental profession and cultivating a community that supports the well-being of everyone and our planet.


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About ADA CE Online

ADA's Online CE platform provides trusted education to dental professionals at your convenience.  Our ever-growing catalog of clinical, practice management, and personal development education offers peer-reviewed continuing education credits to fit your resources and schedule.  Credits earned through this platform are maintained for all users in an online transcript that you can access when you need your verification letters.

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