JOIN US AS WE CELEBRATE 41 YEARS OF DENTISTRY EXCELLENCE

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

Conference Website: ldsdentist.byu.edu Academy Website: academyofldsdentists.com Education, 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

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! ldsdentist.byu.edu/register

1. Associate with your colleagues in a unique GORDON’S professional and spiritual environment. 2. Earn 14 CE credits (AGD approved). 3. Learn about the many opportunities the Academy Top Ten Reasons provides for humanitarian service and how you can TO ATTEND THE CONFERENCE participate. 4. Learn and implement the latest techniques and methods from the best and brightest in the profession. Friday Evening Banquet Fireside Lloyd D. Newell Join us for the 41st Annual Conference Take a break from professional learning to be spiritually uplifted and edified, of the Academy of LDS Dentists, nourishing both body and spirit. For where we bring together the nation’s dentists, hygienists, and spouses, the banquet fireside is included with best speakers for the entire oral conference registration; however, an RSVP is required at time of registration (new this year). Our special healthcare team. speaker will be Lloyd D. Newell.

Dr. Newell has worked as a television news anchor in Pennsylvania Why Attend? and , 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 EDUCATION: Our excellent clinical lectures will help enhance your of the longest continuing nationwide broadcast in America, Music professional endeavors in countless ways, from new systems and and the Spoken Word, since 1990. technologies to inspirational stories to new ideas in patient care.

SERVICE: Academy donations, excess membership funds, and conference profits go to GENERAL INFORMATION support our scholarship and humanitarian efforts throughout the world. Come learn how BE A CURRENT MEMBER OF THE ACADEMY AND SAVE! you can get involved with helping to provide dental service to those who need it most. Take advantage of significant discounts FELLOWSHIP: Attending the conference provides opportunities to make or renew on conference registration for current friendships with other colleagues and to network with one another. Family can come academy members! (Take $200 off for practicing dentists and $60 for practicing enjoy our spouse and youth programs and build friendships, new and old, with others hygienists.) Visit academyofldsdentists. who share the same ideals. 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.

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

5. Combine tax-deductible business and 7. Get inspired! Fill your spiritual reservoir 9. Have the opportunity to support family fun at one of the most family- and go home feeling rejuvenated and scholarships for motivated and friendly places on earth: BYU! uplifted. deserving dental and hygiene students. 6. Take advantage of reasonably priced 8. Network, socialize, and renew 10. Celebrate over 40 years of Academy continuing education credits—a great friendships with colleagues and other history—and have the opportunity to win value! families. one of several prize giveaways!

To register online, go to:to ldsdentist.byu.edu LDSDentist.byu.ed ToTo registerregister byby phone,phone, call:call 877-221-6716 2018 Clinician Presentations

Clinician Schedule Eva Grayzel DENTISTS AND HYGIENISTS Tongue-Tied: A Story NOT Silenced by Oral Cancer FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2018 Eva inspires audiences with her firsthand account of hardships unantici- [ ] pated and overcome. Become a more vigilant and aware clinician as you BYU CONFERENCE CENTER improve your oral cancer screening technique along with educating your Check-In and Registration 7:00–7:50 a.m. patients about the disease’s signs and symptoms. Ignite the Power of Story to Educate, Engage and Persuade Morning Presentations 8:00–10:30 a.m. Tap the power of story to build relationships and inspire trust. In her Eva Grayzel 8:10 a.m. uniquely interactive format, Eva guides you to craft your story, showcasing what makes YOU stand out among the competition. J. William Robbins, DDS, MA 8:50 a.m.

Morning Break with Spouses 9:30–9:50 a.m. J. William Robbins, DDS, MA Manor Haas, DDS Cert Endo MSc(D) 9:50 a.m. “Global Diagnosis”—A New Vision of Dental Diagnosis and Treatment Planning Question-and-Answer Session 10:30 a.m. Global Diagnosis is a systematic approach for treatment planning the Academy Business 11:00 a.m. 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. Hygienist Lunch and Learn with Derek Hein 11:00 a.m. “4-5-6 Global Diagnosis” Lunch with Spouses 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. This lecture will give an overview of the Global Diagnosis System and its use in treatment planning the complex interdisciplinary patient. Lunch and Learn for Students and New Dentists with Dr. Gordon Christensen 11:40 a.m. Manor Haas, DDS, Cert Endo MSc(D) Controversies and Advances in Endodontics Afternoon In-Depth Presentations by Morning This honest and practical course will review the relevance along with the Presenters 1:00–2:50 p.m. good and bad behind many new endodontic instruments, procedures, and Buying/Selling Practice Networking Break protocols. 2:50–3:10 p.m. Endo for GPs: Better, Faster and Safer Root Canals Clinician Break 2:50–3:10 p.m. 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 Afternoon Presentations (Repeat) 3:10–5:00 p.m. be demonstrated and tailored to novice and experienced GPs.

Evening Banquet and Fireside Charles Wakefield, DDS Provo Marriott Hotel, 6:30 p.m. Restorative Considerations in Geriatric Dentistry Lloyd D. Newell This lecture will review the basics of the unique problems associated with geriatric patients

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

“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 DIGITAL CONFERENCE BINDER Conference 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.

David Little, DDS Clinician Schedule Implant Dentistry: Enhancing Diagnostic, Surgical, and (Continued) Restorative Outcomes Using the Latest Technology—Part I Learn how to enhance the quality of your patients’ lives with implant den- DENTISTS AND HYGIENISTS tistry. Explore how to produce predictable results whether replacing a single tooth or an entire arch utilizing a digital workflow. [ SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 2018 ] BYU CONFERENCE CENTER Implant Dentistry: Enhancing Diagnostic, Surgical, and Mentor Breakfast (ticket required) 6:45 a.m. 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, Morning Presentations 8:00–10:30 a.m. immediate provisionalization, and solutions for the single tooth and for the edentulous patient. Charles Wakefield, DDS 8:10 a.m. David A. Little, DDS 8:50 a.m. Steven M. Katz, DMD Make a Difference! Morning Break with Spouses 9:30–9:50 a.m. 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 Student Chapter Presidents’ Meeting life, to making a difference in his patients’ lives through dental care. 9:30 a.m.

You’ve Got the Power Steven M. Katz, DMD (Practice Management) This presentation will teach, inspire, and take you on a rollercoaster of laughter and despair leading to emotional triumph. 9:50 a.m. Question-and-Answer Session Gordon J. Christensen, DDS, MSD, PhD 10:30 a.m. Founder Presentation, What’s New—2018 Gordon J. Christensen, DDS, MSD, PhD This presentation includes many identifiable ongoing and predicted changes 11:00 a.m. in the profession that will influence dental practice, research, and patient care. Service Award Lunch with Spouses WSC Ballroom, 11:30 a.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, Afternoon In-Depth Presentations 1:30 p.m. 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 Clinician Break 3:30–3:40 p.m. to be taught by the best. —Donita Holland, RDH, BS, Nevada Afternoon Presentations (Repeat) 3:40–5:30 p.m.

Hygienist Lunch and Learn Derek Hein, COO, CR Foundation Innovative and Helpful Products and Concepts for Dental Hygienists This course reviews the most recent dental hygiene products from Clinicians Report Foundation evaluations. “My soul delighteth in the things of the Lord” (2 Nephi 4:16)

WHAT THE SPOUSE PROGRAM IS ALL ABOUT Hank Smith, PhD Finding Joy through Building Trusting Relationships The 2018 Academy of LDS Dentists Spouse Program is for Hank Smith teaches in the Religious Education Department at BYU and is a favorite speaker for husbands and wives of dental professionals who attend Especially for Youth, Best of Especially for Youth, and BYU Education Week. 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 Hilary Weeks Finding Joy in Daily Life roof as the clinicians’ program! The Spouse Program will Hilary has always loved music. Her most recent CD releases Every Step, Say Love, and Love Your Life all be held in the beautiful new Harman Building Ballroom. charted in the top ten on the Christian Billboard Charts. She loves sharing the message of optimistic living. Spouse Schedule Dorie Haws Finding Joy in Parenting FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2018 Dorie Haws is a head teacher trainer in the Child and Family Studies Laboratory in the School of [ ] Family Life at BYU. Check-In and Registration 7:00–8:00 a.m. Welcome and Opening Prayer 8:00–8:15 a.m. Liz Edmunds Finding Joy in the Kitchen Hank Smith 8:15–9:30 a.m. Liz 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- Morning Break with Spouses 9:30–9:50 a.m. cases her passion for family dinnertime. Hilary Weeks 9:50–11:30 a.m. Rella Christensen, PhD, RDH Finding Joy in Your Work Lunch with Dentists 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Rella has a PhD and leads TRAC Research—the human studies section of the nonprofit Clinicians Dorie Haws 1:00–1:50 p.m. Report Foundation, formerly called CRA, which she cofounded and directed for 27 years. Liz Edmunds (The Food Nanny) 1:50–2:50 p.m.

Bryce Barfuss, DDS, and Heidi Barfuss Finding Joy in Service Afternoon Break 2:50–3:30 p.m. Bryce and Heidi live in Twin Falls, Idaho, and enjoy hiking, backpacking, skiing, road-tripping, and Rella Christensen 3:30–4:15 p.m. serving abroad. They feel that serving and traveling together creates the best memories. Service Presentation 4:15–5:00 p.m. Bryce and Heidi Barfuss Taylor and Bailee Morris Finding Joy Before, During, and After Adversity Evening Banquet and Fireside 6:30 p.m. Taylor and Bailee are both performers and entertainers at heart. They met through the BYU Young Lloyd D. Newell Provo Marriott Hotel Ambassador program and both were members of the group for three years.

[ SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 2018 ] Nathan Ogden Finding Joy in the Journey Welcome and Announcements 8:00–8:10 a.m. Nathan 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. Taylor and Bailee Morris 8:15–9:30 a.m. Morning Break with Spouses 9:30–9:50 a.m. Jeff Hill, PhD, and Tammy Hill, LMFT Igniting Joy in Marriage: Sparks that Light the Fire Nathan Ogden 9:50–10:40 a.m. Tammy 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. Service Awards Lunch with Clinicians 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. (Make your way to the WSC Ballroom) H. James Christensen, MD, and Janet Christensen Finding Joy in Temple Attendance Yvonne and Jacques Baraketse 1:30–2:25 p.m. James and Janet were called to preside over the Copenhagen Mission in 2004. They also served as missionaries to the Missionary Training Centre, and President and Matron of the Jeff and Tammy Hill 2:25–3:20 p.m. Copenhagen Denmark Temple. Afternoon Break with Spouses 3:20–3:40 p.m. Yvonne & Jacques Barketse James and Janet Williams 3:40–4:30 p.m. Yvonne and Jacques grew up in Rwanda and both escaped during the Rwandan genocide in 1994. Closing Remarks 4:30–4:45 p.m. They now both work with refugees, wanting to help others who are experiencing similar life changes that they both experienced. ldsdentist.byu.edu/spouse FUN IN THE SUN! Youth Schedule 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. FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2018 We hope all the youth will join us for great adventures! [ ] Check-In, Conference Center Lobby Friday East Patio, 7:00–8:00 a.m. On 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 Youth Ages 6–11 service. All youth will spend the rest of the day at Lagoon, followed by dinner from KFC! Get-to-Know-You Games, 8:00–9:30 a.m.

Youth Ages 12–18 Speaker: Dorie Haws, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Saturday On Saturday, youth ages 6–11 will start the morning with games, while ages 12–18 hear All Youth another awesome speaker, Nathan Ogden, who will share his courageous story of survival Lagoon (Lunch and Snack Included) after a skiing accident. 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Dinner with KFC, 5:15 p.m. Youth Pickup at Marriott Hotel, 8:00 p.m. REGISTER NOW! Go to ldsdentist.byu.edu/youth Early-bird Youth Adventure registration is available through July 16: $170 [ SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 2018 ] Full-price Youth Adventure registration is available July 17–July 31*: $220 Check-In, 7:30–8:30 a.m. *Please note early deadline Youth Ages 6–11 Games on Cougar FIeld, 8:30–9:30 a.m.

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

All Youth TBA Fun Activity (Lunch Included) 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR CHILDREN AND YOUTH WITH US. Jamba Juice Party with Cosmo, 4:00–5:00 p.m. 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. Note: Activities are subject to change. YOUTH ADVENTURE ldsdentist.byu.edu/youth University Conferences and Workshops 115 Harman Continuing Education Building Provo, 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

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Register Now Conference Registration Register Online at ldsdentist.byu.edu: Register Until July 16 July 17–August 18 by July 15 to get the early-bird rate! Online reg- istration closes August 11, 2018. Note: You must Dentist* 695 745 register each person individually.* Hygienist* 150 200 Register by Phone: The easiest way to register Full retired dentist 295 345 more than one person* is to call us toll free at Recent (2016+) dental school graduate 150 200 877.221.6716 on weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. mountain time through August 15, 2018. Dental or pre-dental student 60 110 Save $50 before July 15. Dental hygiene student 60 110 Register in Person: The registration desk at the Dental assistant 150 200 Harman Continuing Education Building (BYU) Spouse of clinician 150 200 is open weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (closed on holidays). Register before or during Spouse of dental student or recent grad 60 110 the conference by personal check or credit card. Until July 16 July 17–July 31 Register by July 15 for the lowest rates. Youth ages 6–11 170 220 Having trouble registering? Call us toll free at Youth ages 12–18 170 220 877.221.6716 on weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. mountain time. Please note: To register all your family members under one registration, call 1-877-221-6716. *Each participant must register by their own name to Additional banquet ticket: $40 ensure accuracy. *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

Discover How You Can Serve If 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!