Thursday Speakers

Mark L. Cannon DDS received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Nebraska and then attended Northwestern University for his Masters of Pediatric Dentistry. He completed his residency at Children’s Memorial Hospital and received his Diplomate status by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. He is a past president of the Illinois Society of Dentistry for Children, a Professor of Otolaryngology, Division of Dentistry at Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine, and a member of the International Association of Pediatric Dentistry. In addition to maintaining a large private practice in the suburbs of Chicago, he is the Research Coordinator of the residency program at Ann and Robert Lurie Children’s Hospital, Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Cannon is on the Executive Board and a Fellow of the American Academy for Oral and Systemic Health. Dr. Cannon has presented guest lectures at the University of Athens, Greece, Sao Paulista State University, UNESP, Aracatuba, Brazil, University of Texas- Houston, University of Alabama-Birmingham, University of California, Los Angeles, University of Southern California, Louisiana State University, Nova Southeastern University, CES Universidad (Medellin, Columbia) and at the University of Illinois, Chicago, Department of Pediatric Dentistry. He has had presentations to the following organizations; I.A.D.R./A.A.D.R., the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Society of Dentistry for Children, Academy of Dental Materials, World Congress of Biological Materials, International Association of Pediatric Dentistry, Pediatric Dental Association of Asia, Australasian Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, World Congress of Preventive Dentistry, Chicago Dental Society, Texas Dental Society, Utah Dental Society, Birmingham Dental Society, Mexican Association of Pediatric Dentistry, Brazilian Association of Pediatric Dentistry, Korean Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Hellenic Society of Pediatric Dentistry, American Academy for Oral and Systemic Health, Probiotics, Prebiotics, and New Food Congress (Rome) and the European Association of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Cannon has humbly accepted two invitations by the Karolinska Institutet, first to the Nobel Forum (2016) and secondly to the Nobel Assembly (2017). Most of all, Dr. Cannon is the proud father of five, all of whom are very accomplished. He is also a very proud grandfather!

SESSION:
Saving Lives Everyday. How Oral Dysbiosis Initiates Systemic Illness and What You Can Do to Save Lives!
Thursday, April 27th, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Credit Hours:
3

Session Description:
Exciting recently published research has revealed the precise mechanisms used by key pathogens to suppress the host’s immune system creating a slew of systemic illnesses. Indeed, key oral pathogens are now proven to be the determinants of the new axis of disease. With an oral dysbiosis comes an eventual gut dysbiosis leading to “leaky” gut and faulty Blood Brain Barrier. The connection has been well defined between these key pathogens and metabolic syndrome, pre-mature birth, mis-carriages, atherosclerosis, inflammatory Alzheimer’s and cancer. Fortunately, we have an armamentarium of prebiotics and probiotics that can help oral healthcare professionals restore an oral eubiosis! In addition, early diagnosis and correction of mouth breathing can also benefit the oral microbiome. Impressive new research into the many benefits of prebiotics, especially xylitol, will be presented. And the surprising effect of xylitol inhibiting cancer cell lines is truly encouraging and not to be overlooked.

Session Objectives:
  • The key pathogens and how they alter the host’s immune defenses
  • The role of the missing “old friends” and why they can be difficult to restore
  • How to use prebiotics and probiotics in clinical practice
  • How to introduce Patient Centric Care

SESSION:
Biologic Materials for 21st Century Dentistry.
Thursday, April 27th, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Credit Hours:
3

Session Description:
Recent developments in resin technology have propelled the introduction of hydrophilic resins for the evolution of therapeutic dental products. These resins allow for the addition of biologically kind active components in order to positively influence pulpal health. One such innovative light cured resin based tricalcium/dicalcium silicate product is indicated for pulp protection and a recently developed dual cured resin based tri/dicalcium silicate material for pulpal therapy. Besides being very pulpally kind by preserving cell vitality, these new materials encourage dentin bridge formation, preserve the dentin hybrid layer and resorptive processes are hindered. In addition, these materials provide a more durable base upon which to place the restoration. For direct restorative treatment, biointeractive restorative materials have been significantly accepted by Pediatric Dental clinicians. For example, a dual cure, bulk fill, biologically active ion releasing restorative material is used by many pediatric dentists. Materials used for cementation of zirconium crowns in pediatric dentistry should also be ion releasing, that is, biointeractive. Filler materials have evolved and recent materials are not only ion reactive, but also may be anti-bacterial, reducing the risk of recurrent caries.

Session Objectives:
  • define which resin based materials are hydrophilic and biologically reactive. In addition, the participant will understand why the use of hydrophobic material for therapeutic purposes is not recommended.
  • list the necessary steps to maintain pulpal vitality (long term) and what animal studies have demonstrated. In addition, the participant will appreciate the interaction between the pulp and medicaments
  • describe why previously promoted techniques for pulpal protection often utilized materials that were non-compatible, creating weak interfaces allowing for restoration failure and/or micro-leakage
  • recognize the role that clinicians may play in biomaterials research and the new role of advanced filler particles

Dr. Jerry Hu, DDS, DABDSM, DACSDD, DASBA, MICOI, FICOI, AFAAID, FIAPA, LVIF, FIADFE grew up in Soldotna, Alaska and has moved to Las Vegas in summer of 2022. He is triple-board certified in dental sleep medicine, and he will bring to the Vegas Valley many airway and sleep dental treatment options including pediatric sleep medicine, orthotropics, functional airway orthodontics and traditional customized oral appliance therapy in dental sleep medicine. Dr. Hu is also on the national lecture circuit, teaching airway/ dental sleep medicine, cosmetic and implant dentistry. He has been named Dentistry Today's TOP CE leaders for years in a row and for his clinical research studies, he has numerous publications in major peer reviewed journals in sleep medicine as well as cosmetic and implant dentistry. With his broad accreditation and accomplishments, he is able to complete the "finishing" phase of complex airway, TMJ/TMD and pain cases. Dr. Hu has also won numerous awards in cosmetic dentistry (Nationwide MACSTUDIO Model Search-- Repeat 5 time grand prize winner), and holds 5 patents (IP's) in sleep medicine. He also has lectured worldwide from Europe to Asia, and he currently would like to bring together all his experiences and knowledge to help clients in the Vegas valley.

SESSION:
Introduction to Dental Sleep Medicine and the Future of this Field
Thursday, April 27th, 8:00 am – 11:00 am

Credit Hours:
3

Session Objectives:

1. Gain an understanding of the prevalence and serious co-morbidities of untreated sleep apnea and sleep breathing disorders 
2. Understand why every dentist need to screen for airway problems and follow the ADA guidelines on sleep apnea screening 
3. Learn how sleep apnea is connected to dentistry treatment and outcomes. Discuss sleep bruxism and sleep related movement disorders 
4. Learn sleep apnea terminology and sleep testing, both polysomnograms and home sleep testing 
5. Gain knowledge of all dental sleep medicine treatment options from customized oral appliance therapy to Orthotropics to surgery 
6. Learn about pediatric airway problems, Craniofacial growth and development and treatment options


SESSION:
Continuation from Morning Session + Pediatric Airway and Dental Sleep Medicine
Thursday, April 27th, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Credit Hours:
3

Session Objectives:

1. Gain an understanding of the prevalence and serious co-morbidities of untreated sleep apnea and sleep breathing disorders 
2. Understand why every dentist need to screen for airway problems and follow the ADA guidelines on sleep apnea screening 
3. Learn how sleep apnea is connected to dentistry treatment and outcomes. Discuss sleep bruxism and sleep related movement disorders 
4. Learn sleep apnea terminology and sleep testing, both polysomnograms and home sleep testing 
5. Gain knowledge of all dental sleep medicine treatment options from customized oral appliance therapy to Orthotropics to surgery 
6. Learn about pediatric airway problems, Craniofacial growth and development and treatment options


Ms. Renee Russell, RDH, BS, TMC Consultant has been with Total Medical Compliance since 2016 and has been an OSHA, HIPAA and Infection Control Consultant since 2008, serving both dental and medical environment.  Renee has also served nationwide as a Speaker on OSHA, Infection Control and HIPAA. Renee has over 30 years’ experience in dental practices delivering care as both a dental assistant and as a Registered Dental Hygienist.  Renee served as the OSHA & HIPAA Compliance Officer in the practice that she served. She graduated with a Bachelor of Health Science degree from the Medical University of South Carolina in 2006. Renee was honored as South Carolina’s Dental Hygienist of the Year for 2010. Renee lives in Alcolu, SC with her husband, Daniel.  They have two children, Ross and Sarah.   Renee also has several pets and enjoys spending time with her family and at the beach with her toes in the sand! 

SESSION:
Stay Calm and Follow the Rules! An OSHA
Thursday, April 27th, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Credit Hours:
3

Session Description:
Do you ever feel as if you just can’t get ahead of all the rules and regulations which apply to your practice? Here is the good news! Yes you can! This presentation will provide a review of OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, Hazard Communication Standard, and CDC infection control guidance. Additionally, measures to protect patient information required by HIPAA will be discussed.

Session Objectives:

• Recognize specific employee safety measures required by the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard.
• Recall acceptable standards of care outlined in the CDC Dental Infection Control Guidelines.
• Discuss identification of breach situations and reporting process to impacted patients.


Success is dependent on a clear understanding of the requirements and a plan. Once you have these items in place, your practice will be positioned to be a safe workplace and a safe place to receive care. You CAN succeed!


Kelly W. Jones, Pharm.D., is a graduate of the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) where he received both his B.S in Pharmacy and Doctor of Pharmacy degrees.  He also completed a Pharm. D. Fellowship in Family Medicine from MUSC.  After graduation he join the faculty at the McLeod Family Medicine Residency Program in Florence, South Carolina and worked with them for 28 years.  In 2016, he broke away from academics to help develop a new independent pharmacy located in Florence simply called THE Pharmacy.  In October 2021, Dr. Jones decided he missed his first love, teaching.  He decided to rejoin McLeod Family Medicine with the intent to focus and develop the rural residency program in Manning and Cheraw, South Carolina.  In 1993, he was awarded Board Certification in Pharmacotherapy and since has renewed that certification three times.  In June of 2018, the South Carolina Pharmacy Association awarded him Pharmacist of the Year for the State of South Carolina.  Dr. Jones was born in Fountain Inn, South Carolina, married to Lisa and has 6 wonderful children Amanda, West, Carol, Mason, Hamilton, and Jackson.  To these he can add 9 grandchildren: Mae, Kellett, Lily, Sammy, Morgan, Henry, George, Andy and Jamie.  He currently resides in Hartsville, South Carolina.  His hobbies include family and writing music.

SESSION:
Climbing the Mountain: New Guidelines for Pain Management
Thursday, April 27th, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Credit Hours:
3

Session Description:
This program is designed to lead the dentist into considering the tensions involved in opiate prescribing. Recent dental pain research will be reviewed and discussed. The new 2022 CDC guidelines have been released and these recommendations will be discussed. Dental pain guidelines are under construction and will also be discussed if they are published before the conference.

Session Objectives:
  • The learner will be able to discuss the new CDC guidelines and apply them when prescribing opiates for acute dental pain.
  • The learner will be able to calculate MME’s of opiate medications to assess adverse event risk and prescribe naloxone.
  • Understand the latest evidence-based research on treating pain in patients with dental disease.
  • Understand and critically think through the latest death statistics concerning the opioid crisis.

The South Carolina Dental Association is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. This continuing education activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the standards of the ADA Continuing Education Recognition Program (ADA CERP) through joint efforts between the South Carolina Dental Association, South Carolina Dental Assistants Association and South Carolina Dental Lab Technicians Associations. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to ADA CERP at www.ada.org/cerp.