Audience: DH, DA

In this 20-minute TED talk, you will learn how Oral Science can become your partner to integrate the most effective and evidence-based products and protocol to help enhance your clinical outcomes and patient experience in the areas of periodontal disease, high risk caries, xerostomia and tooth sensitivity.

Audience: Everyone

Dental caries remains the most prevalent chronic disease in both children and adults, even though it is largely preventable. The price paid for dental caries is not only measured in the cost for restorative procedures, it is also measured in the effects it has on overall health and well-being. With the knowledge and tools currently available, it is time to shift from restore to prevention.

Management of the caries-prone patient requires a multifaceted approach – caries risk assessment, in-office care, patient education, and at-home regimens. 

Fluoride therapies play a key role in the in-office and at-home fluoride treatment programs in the prevention and management of dental decay.  It is an accepted but often under-utilized therapy.  This course will provide the participant with an overview of caries development, the incidence and prevalence of dental decay in various vulnerable populations, and the role of in-office and at home fluoride therapies in the management of patients who are at risk for caries development.  An overview of Caries Risk Assessment will also be presented.

Learning objectives:

• Describe the caries development process and appropriate intervention strategies.

• Utilizing data obtained through caries risk assessment techniques assign patients to the correct caries risk level.

• Develop and implement an effective in-office fluoride treatment protocol, based on appropriate patient risk for caries development.

• Develop and implement an effective at-home fluoride treatment protocol based on appropriate patient risk for caries development.

Audience: Dentistry

Managing your finances during school can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. In this practical 20-minute talk, you’ll learn simple and effective ways to tackle student debt, build savings, and choose the right insurance for your needs.

No complicated jargon—just real-world advice you can start using right away.

Whether you’re early in your studies or preparing to graduate, this talk will help you take control of your finances with confidence. It’s about making smart choices today so you can focus on your future as a dentist.

Audience: Dentistry

A course for dental students and future practice owners

As a future dentist and potential practice owner, this talk will help you elevate your business acumen, financial literacy, and operational efficiency. Coming from a business background and managing our family’s dental professional corporation, I’ve learned firsthand what works—and what doesn’t. This course distills those lessons into practical insights and strategies to help you navigate the business side of dentistry with confidence and success.

Each boxed lunch includes a sandwich, cookie and either a pop or juice.

• Turkey

• Tuna

• Egg

• Roasted veggies 

Audience: Dentistry

This talk provides valuable guidance for Dentists as they transition from academia to professional practice. It covers the critical financial aspects you need to be aware of as you begin your career. Whether you’re wondering about navigating tax complexities or managing finances and cash flow our presenters will guide you through the essentials.

Audience: Everyone

Andau Medical is an Edmonton-based company excelling in finding ergonomic solutions with innovative products to help medical and dental clinicians throughout North America. We educate and support customers with our Ergo loupes/ lights, STA local anesthetic devices, ergo finger HVE and flamingo loupe camera.  With local support by fellow hygienists we are here to help students and U of A instruction learn correct ergonomics and advance their skills with our support and dedication.

Audience: Dental hygiene

As you transition from academia to the professional world, what core principles will shape the foundation of your practice? Each patient you encounter will bring a unique combination of biology, physiology, psychology, and personal circumstances. As the science of dentistry continues to evolve, what core values will you embrace to define your distinctive clinical approach? How can strategies, protocols, and technologies work together to ensure a high-quality, patient-centered continuum of care?

This brief presentation will introduce the systematic, evidence-based protocol of Guided Biofilm Therapy— a progressive, modern, and predictable solution for delivering a minimally invasive, comfortable, and preventative model of care.

Audience: Everyone

This presentation explores the reasons why the prevalence of acid erosion is increasing and becoming a concern for oral health. Behaviors that contribute to hard tissue loss, including acid erosion, are defined. Recognizing the differences between caries and erosion is examined, as well as patient assessment, diagnosis, and management of this condition.

Learning objectives: 

• Discussion:  is “dental erosion” an oral condition or a disease?

• Prevalence in canada

• Discuss the clinical indicators and appearance of erosive tooth wear 

• Explain the chemistry of erosive tooth wear

• Recognize the cultural influences which contribute to extrinsic and intrinsic sources of acid 

• Assessing who is at risk for erosive tooth wear

• The dental professional role in recommending oral healthcare products with the ability stabilize early/ moderate erosive tooth wear