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UPCOMING LIVE WEBINARS WITH VDDS ONLINE
BC Dental Association DWP Presents: Mindful Dentistry: Overcoming Perfectionism and Imposter Syndrome
RECORDING OF LIVE WEBINAR NOW AVAILABLE TO VDDS MEMBERS – FOR DENTISTS ONLY
Description:
Are you a dedicated dentist striving for excellence? Do you sometimes feel like you’re not as capable as your achievements suggest? Join us for a transformative webinar hosted by the BCDA Dentist Wellness Program (DWP) on November 9th AT 7:30 pm. Featuring Alice Watson and Dalal Badawi from the Physician Health Program, and special guest Dr. Cheryl Handley, this live webinar will help you understand and overcome perfectionism while conquering negative self-talk.
Key Topics We’ll Cover:
1. Understanding Perfectionism: Unveiling the roots and impact of perfectionism on personal and professional growth.
2. Decoding Imposter Syndrome: Recognizing the signs and understanding how it affects your confidence and success.
3. Overcoming Self-Doubt: Practical strategies to challenge negative self-talk, build resilience, and boost self-esteem.
4. Embracing Growth Mindset: Cultivating a mindset of learning, embracing failures, and embracing continuous improvement.
5. Building Authentic Confidence: Techniques to recognize your strengths, celebrate achievements, and overcome the fear of failure.
Why Should You Attend?
- Gain insights into the psychology of perfectionism and imposter syndrome.
- Acquire practical tools to enhance your personal and professional growth.
- Connect with a community of like-minded dentists committed to wellness.
Presenter Bios:
Alice Watson, RMN, Bsc: NMC UK Registered Mental Health Nurse with 7 years’ experience in adult acute care and in-patient child and adolescent psychiatry prior to moving to Canada. MSc in Eating Disorders and Clinical Nutrition from University College London.
Dalal Badawi is a Clinical Coordinator with the Physician Health Program (PHP) at Doctors of BC. Possessing a Master of Social Work from the University of Toronto, she has worked extensively in acute care with children, families, and individuals as they engage with the health care system and is happy to be supporting health care providers!
Dr. Cheryl Handley is a general dentist who graduated from the University of Alberta in 1989. She practiced in Alberta until relocating with her family to Vancouver Island in 2009. It is her goal to share what she can with others so that they may benefit from what she has learned to achieve a less stressful, more fulfilling life as a dentist. Dr. Handley also serves on the BCDA Dentist Wellness Program Steering Committee.
Learn more about the BCDA DWP here.
For DWP inquiries, please contact info@physicianhealth.com
UPCOMING LIVE WEBINARS WITH VDDS ONLINE
BC Dental Association DWP Presents: Mindful Dentistry: Coping Strategies for Anxiety and Stress
LIVE WEBINAR was held Tues, Nov 22, 7:30 pm (Recording avail. to VDDS Members)
Description:
Stress is a very real problem among Dentists, but you do not need to handle it alone. Join BCDA’s Dentist Wellness Program (DWP) team and special guest Dr. Cheryl Handley as they share experiences related to anxiety and stress, along with practical strategies and tips for managing it. This educational session aims to teach you easy mindfulness exercises that you can start applying immediately. The wellness strategies discussed in this session are applicable to both your work and personal life, and will show how self-care helps maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Learning Objectives:
- Learn practical anxiety and stress coping strategies
- Learn general wellness tips and how to incorporate them into your daily life
- Learn healthy boundaries and effective communication techniques
- Learn about how the BCDA Dentist Wellness Program (DWP) supports you and your family with a wide range of issues
Presenters: Dr. Cheryl Handley, Gillian Inksetter; Alice Watson; Hilary Nolle
Speaker Bios Click HERE
Digital Smile Design
Live Webinar was held Thursday, March 24, 2022 6:30pm
Description:
This course will demonstrate the principles behind digital smile design from 2D digital photography to 3D conversion using various CAD/CAM technologies. This digital work flow will enhance your treatment planning and case predictability.
Learning objectives:
- Learn the principles behind digital smile design and digital photography
- The use of digital smile design templates in keynote/powerpoint
- Learn to convert 2D designs in 3D smile designs using the latest in digital software platforms including, CEREC, InLab, Nemotec and Meshmixer
(2.0 Credit Hours)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Amarjit Rihal
Dr. Amarjit Rihal obtained his DMD degree from the University of Manitoba, Faculty of Dentistry. His professional interest has involved all aspects of implant and CAD/CAM dentistry. Dr. Rihal has acquired expertise in CAD/CAM based prosthetic dentistry, involving numerous CAD systems and materials. He currently manages operations of his in-house lab, Lodge Dental, and is the owner of his own digital lab, Rihal Digital Designs. He is a principal partner in a large group practice in Winnipeg, MB and serves on the Board of the Manitoba Dental Association as well as the National Dental Examination Board. A Past Chair of the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada, he is also a former instructor at the University of Manitoba Faculty of Dentistry. He is a Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy, American College of Dentists and International College of Dentists.
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The below webinars are no longer available for purchase.
VDDS GPR 2021 Online Series
11 CE Credit Hours 
FEES FOR GPR 2021 SERIES:
For Members who renewed their Membership in 2020, your membership expires May 31, 2022: all online series from Sept 2020 – May 2022 are included in your Membership until expiration. Your Staff can attend LIVE webinars complimentary.
Non-Member Dentist: $300 + GST
Non-Member Staff: $150 + GST
Undergrad Grad 2019/20/21: $150 + GST
Grad Specialty Prog. Students: $150 + GST
FEES FOR EACH WEBINAR:
Dentist: $60 + GST
Dental Staff: $30 + GST
Undergrad Grad 2019/20/21: $30 + GST
Grad Specialty Prog. Students: $30 + GST
NOTES: Fees include Live Events and On-Demand Recordings when they become available; Access to series available until May 31, 2022. Certificates are not required for LIVE Webinars (unless you get audited). On-Demand Webinars require a Certificate for submitting CE credits to The College of Dental Surgeons of BC. After viewing a recorded webinar, a registrant must take the associated Quiz to download a Certificate.
Cyber Risks and Security for Dental Practitioners: Protecting Your Business and Patient Information From Cyber Crime
LIVE WEBINAR: Thursday, September 23, 7:30pm
Description:
Dental offices are increasingly reliant on technology for almost every aspect of their operations including appointment scheduling, billing, clinical 
procedures, electronic medical records, charting, staffing, office management, and communication with other offices. These systems introduce complexity and increased risks to the dental practice, patient information and the staff tasked to manage them. During this presentation, we will discuss some of the top threats faced by dental practices and review some signs of what a breach can look like, learn critical lessons from real life dental breaches and obtain the steps necessary to protect your practice from a potentially catastrophic cyber breach. Also to be discussed: how to respond to phishing attacks; separation of wifi; and critical questions we need to ask our 3rd party technology partners and providers.
(2.0 Credit Hours)
Guest Speaker: Anwar Visram
Owner of Visram Security
Anwar Visram is a Cyber Security Expert with over 25 years experience in Cyber Security and Information Technology. Visram Security is a highly respected firm that has received significant recognition in the cyber security industry including receiving a finalist nomination for the 2018 Family Wealth Report as a top global Cyber Security company serving both Family Offices and HNW families. Anwar has advised client families and businesses across the globe on cyber security issues for over 25 years. He builds bespoke strategies to protect families, family offices and their operating businesses (e.g. medical/dental practices, law firms, accounting offices, financial firms, etc) from the latest cyber threats and digital tactics used in financial fraud, extortion, ransom, and reputation attacks. He is currently a member of British Columbia’s Provincial Security Advisory Committee, where he advises top government officials on current global cyber threats targeting both businesses and individuals.
We thank our Season Partner in Education, TD
Providing Dental Care for Older Adults
LIVE WEBINAR: Thursday, October 7, 7:30pm
Description:
The World’s population is aging, and an increasing number of people are presenting to our community dental offices with the positive and negative 
effects of old age. A growing number of older adults are successfully aging at home, and living active lifestyles. The prevalence of chronic conditions and disabilities has declined over the past seventy years due to improvements in diet, an increase in physical activity, and reduction in smoking. In addition medical advances in orthopedics, implants/transplants, and cardiac pacemakers have helped people live longer and healthier. However many older adults suffer chronic disease and disabilities including cardiovascular disease, cancer, arthritis, and senile dementia. In addition, the provision of dental care for older adults is affected by polypharmacy and xerostomic effects of many medications.
Older adults are retaining teeth longer and have experienced sophisticated dental care over their lifetime. They have invested a considerable amount of time and money in their mouths and expect to retain their teeth, implants and dental prostheses for a lifetime. However, for many older adults, poor oral hygiene predisposes them to gingivitis, periodontitis, denture stomatitis, and especially dental caries. Poor oral health and tooth loss often results in discomfort, poor aesthetics, halitosis, compromised mastication, and these combined decrease quality of life.
The consequences of missing teeth are compromised aesthetics, phonetics, mastication, and occlusion. The loss of a maxillary incisor is just as much an aesthetic concern for an older adult as a younger adult. The options for replacement of teeth is no different from those who are younger. However, frailty (physical and cognitive) pose significant limitation on a patient’s ability to undergo a complex treatment and comply with maintenance recommendations. The provision of dental care for older adults sometimes involves consent for treatment from others (family and guardians), determining the best environment to provide services, and the support from others for daily oral hygiene, and maintenance of the dental prostheses. Increasingly, dental professionals must work with fellow health care providers (physicians, social workers, and community nurses) to better serve their elderly patients.
Learning Objectives:
- Be aware of the impact of aging on general health, mobility, cognitive ability, and oral health.
- Be able to apply a rational approach to diagnosing oral disease and developing appropriate treatment plans to restore dentitions affected by tooth loss, dental caries and periodontal disease for older adults.
- Understand the need and have the skills to obtain appropriate levels of consent for dental care, and communicating with relatives of patients and other health care providers.
(2.0 Credit Hours)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Christopher Wyatt
Head, Department of Oral Health Sciences, UBC Faculty of Dentistry
Chair, Division of Prosthodontics & Dental Geriatrics, UBC Faculty of Dentistry
Director, Graduate Prosthodontics Program, UBC Faculty of Dentistry
Director, Geriatric Dentistry Program, UBC Faculty of Dentistry
Dr. Chris Wyatt is Professor and Chair of the Division of Prosthodontics & Dental Geriatrics in the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of British Columbia. Dr. Wyatt graduated with a DMD degree from the University of British Columbia in 1986, a diploma in Prosthodontics in 1995, and an MSc in Dentistry in 1996 from the University of Toronto. He is a past President of the Association of Prosthodontists of Canada and the British Columbia Society of Prosthodontists and is a member of the Geriatric Dentistry Committee of the British Columbia Dental Association.
We thank our Season Partner in Education, TD
The Way We Breathe Influences Facial Growth and Development
LIVE WEBINAR: Wednesday, October 27, 7:30pm
Description:
How we breathe affects facial growth and development. Soft tissue such as the tongue, lips, cheeks, tonsils and adenoids influences growth. Certain habits, compensations, and airway-related issues can contribute to adverse skeletal changes.
In this lecture, we will discuss how soft tissue and breathing patterns influence skeletal growth. We will examine similar malocclusions in children and adults, and discuss how the treatment plans differ, depending on the age and skeletal maturation of the patient. For adolescents, our treatment plans will focus on growth modification. For adults, we will explore both surgical and non-surgical options, including adult TAD expansion, as we derive the ideal comprehensive treatment plan.
Learning objectives:
- Recognize how dysfunctional habits and patient compensations lead to common malocclusions
- Understand interdisciplinary treatment strategies for early intervention
- Learn surgical and non-surgical treatment strategies for adult treatment
(2.0 Credit Hours)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Rebecca Bockow
Certified Specialist in Orthodontics
Certified Specialist in Periodontics
Dr. Rebecca Bockow received her dental degree from the University of Washington School of Dentistry. Upon graduation, Dr. Bockow practiced as a restorative dentist in Seattle for two years. In 2013, she completed her dual training in both Orthodontics and Periodontics from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, where she also earned a Masters in Oral Biology.
Dr. Bockow is a Board-Certified Orthodontist and Periodontist. She is a Resident Faculty at Spear Education, and lectures to audiences internationally on topics including interdisciplinary treatment planning, airway and sleep disorders, skeletal growth and development, TAD expansion, and corticotomy-facilitated orthodontic therapy.
Dr. Bockow maintains a private practice in Seattle and Bellevue, limited to orthodontics.
We thank our Season Partner in Education, TD
We thank VDDS’ Online Sponsor, Align Technology
Radiographic Interpretation in Everyday Dentistry
LIVE WEBINAR: Thursday, November 4, 7:30pm
Description:
Referral to oral surgery for evaluation of radiographic findings is common practice in dentistry.
We will go through real incoming referrals and the subsequent diagnoses.
Pattern recognition and concise review of relevant anatomy and pathology will help arm the dentist to more nimbly spot and triage radiologic findings that arise in everyday dentistry.
(1.5 Credit Hours)
Guest Speaker: Dr. David Yang
Certified Specialist in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Dr. David Yang is the Provincial Practice Leader in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery for BC Cancer. He is co-founder of the Spear Study Club Vancouver, and past president of the Dental Specialist Society of BC. He lectures nationally and internationally on the topics of implant reconstruction, cancer care and jaw necrosis.
We thank our Season Partner in Education, TD
GPR Update in Endodontics for the General Practitioner: A Review of Cracked Teeth
LIVE WEBINAR: Thursday, November 18, 7:30pm
Description:
A review of types of longitudinal fractures and cracks in teeth, from diagnosis, to prognosis and management.
(1.5 Credit Hours)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Ellen Park
Certified Specialist in Endodontics
Dr. Ellen Park was born and grew up in Toronto. She attended the University of Toronto, studying microbiology and receiving her Bachelor of Science (Hons) in 2002. She attended dental school at the University of Western Ontario, receiving her dental degree in 2006. She then completed a residency program in advanced general dentistry at the University of Rochester, Eastman Institute for Oral Health to further her training and interests in restorative treatment. Dr. Park maintained a private practice in Toronto’s financial district and Vancouver for several years, before returning to graduate school to complete her three-year certificate in endodontics and a Master of Science degree in craniofacial science at the University of British Columbia, receiving the William W. Wood memorial scholarship. She has since published several scientific papers and invited reviews on various topics in endodontics, maintaining an interest in endodontic research.
Dr. Park has been teaching dentistry at the University of British Columbia since 2008 and has received two teaching awards from the faculty of dentistry. She currently teaches in the graduate endodontic division, and leads endodontic residents through clinical sessions and didactic sessions on endodontic microsurgery. She also provides endodontic services for patients at Vancouver General Hospital and helps to oversee endodontic clinics for the hospital residents as well.
Dr. Park is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, and a member of the Canadian Academy of Endodontics, the American Association of Endodontists, the Canadian Dental Association, the College of Dental Surgeons of British Columbia, and the BC Society of Endodontists. Dr. Park is an active committee member with the British Columbia Dental Association, the College of Dental Surgeons of BC and volunteers with the Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland, because her two favorite causes are mentorship and education. She loves cookbooks, yoga, and making jam.
We thank our Season Partner in Education, TD
We thank our Online Event Sponsor, Dentsply Sirona Endodontics
Chasing Nature: Techniques for ‘Ultra-mate’ Biomimicry
LIVE WEBINAR: Saturday, December 4, 3:00pm
Synopsis:
The delegate will review strategies for completing esthetic Class V restorations and isolation concepts in a distal free end extension case without an anchor tooth for rubber dam placement in an everyday clinical workflow. Bevel concepts will be discussed. Layering concepts in posterior esthetic composites will be reviewed in terms of sequence, with an emphasis on tint placement and timing for realistic-looking outcomes. A review of esthetic parameters relative to both pink and white esthetics will be completed with strategies given for balancing asymmetries using Gemini SuperPulsed dual-wavelength laser-guided gingival recontouring in cases with osseous recontouring required. A review of biologic width parameters to
be re-established is planned along with myths debunking the ability of lasers vs. retraction cord in their role to cause recession – which causes more? A review of incisor hypomineralization, its etiology and current best practice protocol for staged minimally-invasive treatment will be reviewed. Finally, a review of anterior esthetic layering will be undertaken with a review of “how much to prepare to achieve a color improvement.”
(2.0 Credit Hours)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Clarence Tam
Specialties: Restorative and Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Clarence Tam is originally from Toronto, Canada, where she completed her Doctor of Dental Surgery and General Practice Residency in Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Western Ontario and the University of Toronto, respectively. Clarence’s practice has a focus on restorative and cosmetic dentistry, and she strives to provide consistently exceptional care with each patient. She is well-published in both the local and international dental press, writing articles, reviewing submissions, and developing prototype products and techniques in clinical dentistry. She frequently and continually lectures internationally.
Clarence has multi-faceted dentistry experience that extends across multiple tiers of leadership. She is the immediate past Chairperson and Director of the New Zealand Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. She is one of merely two dentists in Australasia who are Board-Certified Accredited Members of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). Moreover, Clarence maintains Fellowship status with the International Academy for DentoFacial Esthetics. She sits on the Advisory Board for Dental Asia, and is part of the Restorative Advisory Panel for Henry Schein Dental New Zealand. Aside from the professional organizations she belongs to, Clarence is a Key Opinion leader for an array of global dental companies, including Triodent, Coltene,Kuraray Noritake, Hu-Friedy, J Morita Corp, Henry Schein, Ivoclar Vivadent,Kerr, GC Australasia, SDI, and DentsplySirona. Moreover, she is the sole Voco Fellow in New Zealand and Australia.
Clarence participates in a number of charitable endeavors and takes great pride in achieving beautiful smiles for patients in and around her community. She sits on the board of Smiles For the Pacific, an educational trust and charity that aims to expand professional dentistry services across the entire South Pacific region. She is involved with Delta Gamma Sorority and aims to spearhead projects harmonious with Service for Sight in the South Pacific.
We thank our Season Partner in Education, TD
VDDS New Year 2021 Series
Total 12 CE Credit Hours
VDDS 2020-22 Member: Included in membership
Dentist: $300 + GST
Dental Staff: $150 + GST
Recent Undergrad Grad 2019/20/21: $150 + GST
UBC Dental Student: Free (please Register Your Student Online Membership).
FEES FOR EACH LIVE WEBINAR:
Dentist: $50/$60 + GST
Dental Staff: $25/$30 + GST
Recent Undergrad Grad 2019/20/21: $25/$30 + GST
NOTES: Access to series available until May 31, 2022. Certificates are not required for LIVE Webinars. On-Demand Webinars require a Certificate for submitting CE credits to The College of Dental Surgeons of BC. After viewing a recorded webinar, a registrant must take the associated Quiz to receive a Certificate for download.
New Year Online Series 2021 – Dentist
New Year Online Series 2021 – Recent UBC Grad and Staff
Leading Your Team in This New COVID World (Live Webinar held January 18, 2021)
“Take your team from surviving to thriving in 2021 – You deserve it!”
Leadership and building your team are looking very different today, which is mainly due to COVID- 19. There have been a number of studies done regarding leadership and what it looks like in this new world….the results have clearly indicated a transformational cultural, shift. According to the Harvard Business Review, in this new reality, companies are moving away from traditional command-and-control practices toward something very different; a model in which managers / leaders give support and guidance rather than instructions. This calls for a change in the way we lead and develop our team. During this webinar we will discuss the following topics:
1) Building your team; how to “lead” rather than manage your team
2) Identifying your leadership style
3) Leadership is a behaviour, not a role
4) How to “coach” rather than “manage”
5) Inclusive communication and engaging your team
6) Providing training and developing your staff
7) Your staff need to feel appreciated and valued
(1.5 Credit Hours)
Guest Speaker: Paddy Briggs
Paddy Briggs
Owner of Paddy Briggs Consulting: Bringing Your Dental Practice to Life
For over 25 years, Paddy Briggs has created and refined practical, effective strategies that assist dentists and their staff in delivering the highest level of patient care. Combining business acumen with emotional intelligence, success principles and skillful human resource insights, Paddy’s approach is one of collaboration and thoughtful coaching. She is actively involved in continuing education, developing curriculum and presenting leading edge, comprehensive training programs for the dental professional that will help them in reaching their full potential. Her warm, humorous style of communicating promises a meaningful presentation.
We thank our Season Partner in Education, TD
We thank our VDDS Online Sponsor, Professional Practice Sales
New Year Webinar with Paddy Briggs – Dentist
New Year Webinar with Paddy Briggs – Recent UBC Grad and Staff
Tackling Those Tricky Third Molars (Live Webinar held February 1, 2021)
Description:
Unsure how to take on 3rd Molars in your general practice? Let me help you! In this webinar we will go through:
1. Indicators of difficulty and what to watch out for when determining your case selection
2. Maximizing Access and Visibility through Maxillary and Mandibular 3rd Molar Flap Designs
3. My favourite armamentarium for all 3rd molars including burs, surgical handpieces, and elevators
4. How to Section a Horizontally Impacted Molar – 3 Ways
5. Post-Operative Care and Complication Management
(2.0 credit hours)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Nekky Jamal
Dr. Nekky Jamal is a general practitioner that operates a referral-based sedation practice with a heavy focus on surgical 3rd molar extractions. With a passion for sharing knowledge amongst his peers, Nekky is a faculty member at the Bites Institute and has lectured extensively across Canada on atraumatic extractions and wisdom tooth removal. Nekky is also the Dental Brigade Lead for Change for Children, an Edmonton based charity, that provides fresh water wells and dental care to communities in Central America.
We thank our Season Partner in Education, TD
We thank our VDDS Online Sponsor, HESIRA MED INC.
New Year Webinar with Dr. Nekky Jamal – Dentist
New Year Webinar with Dr. Nekky Jamal – Recent UBC Grad and Staff
Current Concepts for the Use of Lasers in Surgery (Live Webinar held February 21, 2021)
Lasers can be employed in surgery to manipulate tissue through ablation, resection and tissue sculpting. Control of the neurogenic, hematologic, and lymphatic responses will differ when using soft versus hard tissue lasers. This webinar will focus on the biologic response as a criteria for selection of the appropriate type of laser for surgery by comparing clinical outcomes in each type of procedure. (1.5 credit hours)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Robert J. Miller
Board Certified Specialist in Implant Surgery and Reconstruction
Pioneer in Laser Dentistry and Surgery Specialist in Revision of Failing Implants
Dr. Robert J. Miller is a board certified clinician as well as a researcher and renowned lecturer. A pioneer in laser/surgical dentistry, he is known for his ability to handle very complicated cases, even for patients who have been told there is no hope, and to save failing implants (implant revision) with or without surgery.
A longtime proponent of dental and medical technology, Dr. Miller assisted in the design and development of the Biolase Waterlase Laser. In his practice, he uses five different lasers, a fully digital imaging system and a high-powered microscope. He also provides platelet therapy using the patient’s own cells to accelerate the healing process.
A diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology and a fellow of the Academy of Osseointegration, Dr. Miller has been the chairman of the Department of Implant Dentistry at Palm Beach State College, teaching up to 30 dentists each season about why and when to use implant products, three-dimensional scanning, bone grafting, platelet therapy, reconstruction (prosthodontics) as well as other topics and surgical training.
We thank VDDS’ Season Partner in Education, TD
New Year Webinar with Dr. Robert Miller – Dentist
New Year Webinar with Dr. Robert Miller – Recent UBC Grad and Staff
Implant Complications: Avoiding and Dealing with Them (Live Webinar held March 22, 2021)
This presentation will showcase tips and tricks on how to deal with both prosthetic and surgical implant complications. It will also showcase how proper planning with surgical-prosthetic synergy will help avoid issues. New technologies and innovations will also be highlighted. (2.0 credit hours)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Bobby Birdi
Certified Specialist in Periodontics
Certified Specialist in Prosthodontics
Dr. Bobby Birdi is one of North America’s very few Certified Dual Specialists in Periodontics and Prosthodontics and the first and only specialist in the world to attain Canadian and American board certifications in both Periodontics and Prosthodontics.He received his dental degree from the University of Saskatchewan and his post-graduate specialty training in both periodontics and prosthodontics from the University of Minnesota. He is a Fellow and previous Examiner for the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, and a Diplomate of both the American Board of Periodontology, and the American Board of Prosthodontics. He is currently serving on the executive board for the VDDS and the Western Society of Periodontology. He is also currently acting as the scientific chair for the Canadian Academy of Restorative Dentistry and Prosthodontics (CARDP) meeting in Vancouver in September 2021.
Dr. Birdi is well-published in the areas of dental implants and surgery and is an adjunct faculty member at the University of British Columbia and the University of Minnesota, where he is involved in multiple dental implant research projects and clinical trials. He also actively lectures both nationally and internationally in the fields of implant surgery and prosthetics, as well as aesthetic dentistry. A frequent guest on “Vancouver Consumer”, a radio show on CKNW AM980, Dr. Birdi is the owner of BC Perio Dental Health and Implant Centre, and co-founder of the Digital Dentistry Institute which is an international learning organization for all dentists.
We thank VDDS’ Season Partner in Education, TD
We thank VDDS’ Online Sponsor Madaisky & Company Business Lawyers LLP
We thank VDDS’ Online Sponsor Nobel Biocare Canada Inc.
New Year Webinar with Dr. Bobby Birdi – Dentist
New Year Webinar with Dr. Bobby Birdi – Recent UBC Grad and Staff
A Review of Oral Mucosal Disease for the General Practitioner: Diagnosis and Management (Live Webinar held April 19, 2021)
Dentists are very comfortable examining oral soft tissue and delineating normal variation from abnormalities. The challenge is often diagnosing the particular abnormality and developing a management plan. This refresher will focus on common oral mucosal lesions and those that pose a significant risk to the patient. (1.5 credit hours)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Eli Whitney, BSc, DDS, FRCD(C)
Certified Specialist in Oral Medicine and Pathology
Dr. Eli Whitney is a Certified Specialist in Oral Medicine and Oral Pathology. He earned his BSC and DDS degrees at the University of Alberta and completed specialty residency training at UBC Dentistry/Vancouver General Hospital. After completing his dentistry training he practiced general dentistry in Edmonton. He then spent three years as a full-time Teaching Fellow in Oral Diagnosis at the University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry. Dr. Whitney completed his specialty training in 2004 and started as an Assistant Professor at UBC Dentistry immediately afterward. He was awarded Fellowship in the Royal College of Dentists of Canada in Oral Medicine and Oral Pathology in 2005.
Dr. Whitney was appointed to the Vancouver General Hospital Medical Staff in 2004 and since then he has been treating patients with oral mucosal disorders, facial pain, and temporomandibular disorders in the VGH Department of Dentistry. From 2011 to 2015 he was the director of the VGH Dentistry Orofacial Pain Program. He has also been providing Oral Medicine and Pathology care to patients at the Vancouver General Hospital Division of Rheumatology since 2011. He also maintains a one day a week Oral Medicine private practice.
Currently Dr. Whitney is the DMD Curriculum Director for UBC Dentistry. When not working Dr. Whitney likes to spend time with his family andlooks forward to when they can all travel again!
We thank VDDS’ Season Partner in Education, TD
New Year Webinar with Dr. Eli Whitney – Dentist
New Year Webinar with Dr. Eli Whitney – Recent UBC Grad and Staff
Pediatric Dentistry for the General Practitioner (Live Webinar held May 3, 2021)
One size does not fit all – it is important to individualize your treatment plans to match your patient. In pediatric dentistry you don’t just treat the patient; you need to address the needs of the family. In order to do this we need to have more than one tool in our box to offer options to our families. These tools will be presented as we: 1. review restorative materials and procedures for the pediatric patient; 2. review management techniques for the pediatric patient. (2.0 credit hours)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Anita Gartner
Certified Specialist in Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Anita Gartner is a Certified Specialist in Pediatric Dentistry, a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. A Past President of the Vancouver and District Dental Society, she has also volunteered on professional boards in the Evergreen Pediatric Dental Study Club (Seattle, WA), B.C. Pediatric Dentist Society and the BC Dental Association. She has participated in joint clinical studies with graduate students and postdoctoral students from the Department of Oral Health and Psychology at the University of British Columbia and Public Health at the University of Washington. Her interests include dental technologies, child development and empowerment, and how to reduce a child’s pain and anxiety. She is the mother of two grown daughters, lives and works in East Vancouver. In her free time she can be found paddling, gardening, walking her dogs or riding.
We thank VDDS’ Season Partner in Education, TD
New Year Webinar with Dr. Anita Gartner – Dentist
New Year Webinar with Dr. Anita Gartner – Recent UBC Grad and Staff
A Conversation in Effective Communications Between Dentists and Lab Techs (Live Webinar held May 17, 2021)
Presented by Dr. Jonathan Ng and Mr. Neal Russell
Discussion points to focus on:
1. Strategies and tips for dentists in communicating with their lab
2. Things dentists need to know before sending cases to their lab
3. Common mistakes labs see dentists making and how to avoid them
4. Building strong relationships with your lab tech to increase positive results more efficiently
5. Offer better patient care
(1.5 credit hours)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Jonathan Ng
Certified Specialist in Prosthodontics
Dr. Jonathan A. Ng BMedSc, DDS, MSc, Dip. Pros., FRCD(C) is a Certified Specialist in Prosthodontics. He earned his specialist training at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver and his Bachelor of Medical Sciences and Doctor of Dental Surgery degrees at the University of Alberta.
Following completion of a general practice residency, he continued at the University of Alberta Hospital as a staff dentist treating medically compromised patients in a clinical and operating room setting. He also managed a rural practice in Elk Point, Alberta. Dr. Ng is currently an Assistant Clinical Professor at the UBC Department of Dentistry and is also on staff as a clinical Prosthodontist at the BC Cancer Agency in Vancouver delivering multifaceted prosthodontic care and oral and facial rehabilitation to medically complex patients.
Dr. Ng’s private practice is with Dr. Chris Wyatt at their office on West Broadway in Vancouver, Canada. He focuses his private practice on esthetic and functional reconstruction ranging from the single tooth situation to complex prosthodontics. His practice includes the surgical placement and restoration of dental implants. He has a passion for the area of digital dentistry such as digital impressions and the digital workflow and has been invited to speak both nationally and internationally on these topics. He has published articles on the subject area.
Dr. Ng has been involved in international aid missions with a strong desire to help those in underdeveloped countries. When not practicing dentistry, he enjoys photography, playing the guitar and snowboarding.
Guest Speaker: Neal Russell
Certified Dental Technician
General Manager, Protec Dental Laboratories Ltd.
Neal Russell received his dental technician license in 1981 after graduating from Dental Technology at Vancouver Community College in 1979. He is President and General Manager of Protec Dental Laboratories Ltd., and is in charge of administration, human resources and marketing. Neal was recently elected as a director and board member of the Cal-Lab Group, an International Association of Dental Laboratories.
A strong advocate for education, Neal stays informed of industry advancements through continued education in all areas of dentistry. In March 2005, Neal received a “Certificate of Appreciation Award” from the College of Dental Surgeons of British Columbia recognizing his valuable contribution to the industry. Neal initiated a project in 2008 to allow Protec to begin the process of embracing and integrating new technology in the laboratory. Through this process the company has become an international leader in digital dentistry manufacturing techniques.
We thank our Season Partner in Education, TD
We thank VDDS’ Online Partner in Education, Protec Dental Laboratories Ltd.
We thank VDDS’ Online Event Sponsor, Garfield Refining Company
New Year Webinar with Dr. Ng and Mr. Russell – Dentist/Corporate
New Year Webinar with Dr. Ng and Mr. Russell Recent UBC Grad and Staff
VDDS GPR Update 2020 On-Demand Series!
FEES FOR ON-DEMAND SERIES:
Total 12 CE Credit Hours
VDDS 2020-22 Member: Included in membership
Dentist: $300 + GST
Dental Staff: $150 + GST
Recent Undergrad Grad 2019/20/21: $150 + GST
UBC Dental Student: Free (please Register Your Student Online Membership).
FEES FOR EACH ON-DEMAND WEBINARS:
Dentist: $50/$60 + GST
Dental Staff: $25/$30 + GST
Recent Undergrad Grad 2019/20/21: $25/$30 + GST
NOTES: Access to series available until May 31, 2022. Registrant must take the associated Quiz to receive a Certificate for submitting CE credits to the College of Dental Surgeons of British Columbia.
GPR Update Online On-Demand Series 2020 – Dentist
GPR Update On-Demand Series 2020 – Recent UBC Grad and Staff
A Special Presentation for Recent Grads and Students:
New Grad Launchpad: Kick-Start Your Career! (Live Webinar held September 17, 2020)
There is a murky myriad of career options available to new general dentist grads – associate in a main clinic, associate in satellite clinic, locum dentist, group partner and clinic owner! This talk will go over many of the pros and cons that accompany each career path, from a practitioner that has experienced them all! Time will also be spent reviewing clinical efficiencies, communication skills, smart CE choices as well as non-dental issues including financial, legal and physical health. (1.5 Credit Hours)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Scott Kollen
Dr. Scott Kollen was born, raised, and educated in greater Vancouver. He associated in private practices on Vancouver Island before making the jump across the Rockies to a group practice in Calgary AB, where he quickly became partner and was a part of 5 clinics expanding to 15 startup clinics in a few years time. He has since returned to Vancouver and started up a rapidly growing clinic, River District Dentistry. In his spare time, he enjoys surfing, flyfishing and travel.
We thank our Season Partner in Education, TD
GPR Update On-Demand with Dr. Scott Kollen – Recent UBC Grad and Staff
Clear Aligners: The Future is Here! (Live Webinar held September 24, 2020)
New innovations in clear aligner technology has allowed the clinician to treat a wide range of cases such as deep bite, open bite, Class II and Class III malocclusions successfully. Case selection criteria within the scope of the general practitioner will be outlined. Finally the two latest innovations such as Invisalign® with Mandibular Advancement for Class II growth modification, and Invisalign® First for mixed dentition treatment will also be illustrated with clinical cases. (1.5 credit hours)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Sandra Tai, BDS, MS, Cert Ortho, FCDS, FRCD (C)
Certified Specialist in Orthodontics
Dr. Sandra Tai received her graduate training in Orthodontics at the University of Minnesota, USA. She is currently a practicing Specialist in Orthodontics in Vancouver, Canada and Clinical Assistant Professor in Orthodontics at the University of British Columbia. She is also Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of the Pacific in San Francisco.
Dr Tai has been an Invisalign Certified Orthodontist since 2000 and is currently an Invisalign Diamond Plus Provider who has treated over 2,500 cases with Invisalign clear aligners. She is a member of the Editorial Board of the Journal of Aligner Orthodontics and the author of the textbook “Clear Aligner Technique”. (Quintessence Publishing 2018) which has been translated into 11 languages – English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Portugese, Russian, Korean, Chinese, Turkish and Japanese. She is also a reviewer for the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.
Dr. Tai is a Fellow of the College of Dental Surgeons of British Columbia and a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists, Canada. Professional affiliations include memberships in the Canadian Association of Orthodontists, American Association of Orthodontists and International Dental Federation. Dr Tai has lectured extensively on clear aligner technique all over the world. She is one of the pioneer testing doctors on Invisalign with Mandibular Advancement and Invisalign First appliance and is involved in several research projects on clear aligners.
We thank our Season Partner in Education, TD
We thank our Online Partner in Education, Invisalign / iTero
GPR Update On-Demand with Dr. Sandra Tai – Dentist
GPR Update On-Demand with Dr. Sandra Tai – Recent UBC Grad and Staff
Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry (Live Webinar held October 8, 2020)
The general concept of Artificial intelligence (AI) and its use in everyday life will be reviewed. For dentistry, this will be a revolutionary and evolutionary change. AI can be used in patient management, radiology assessment, treatment options, and monitoring of patient outcomes. AI will be able to standardize and optimize dental care. Patients may be evaluated at home and obtain dental care before conditions worsen. AI can also assist in educating the next generation of dentists. (1.5 credit hours)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Kenneth Chow
Certified Specialist in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Dr. Kenneth Chow is a Certified Specialist in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery who provides the full scope of surgical treatment for the oral-facial complex in Vancouver, Burnaby and Richmond. Dr. Chow completed his dental education at the University of Southern California in 1992. He was then accepted to a 4 year residency program in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Loyola Medical Centre in Chicago. He completed the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Program in 1996 and returned to his hometown, Vancouver to provide Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical treatment. He is involved in many related activities: teaching at UBC Dental School, teaching at study clubs and continuing education courses, mentoring a Study Club, and involved in the College of Dental Surgeons of BC.
We thank our Season Partner in Education, TD
GPR Update On-Demand with Dr. Kenneth Chow – Recent UBC Grad and Staff
An Update on Modern Prosthodontics: Where Do We Stand? (Live Webinar held October 22, 2020)
An overview and update on Prosthodontics in today’s world. The most recent advances in digital technology, biomaterials and clinical procedures will be discussed. (1.5 credit hours)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Faraj Edher, DDS, MSc, Dip. Pros, FRCD©
Certified Specialist in Prosthodontics
Dr. Faraj Edher is a Specialist in Prosthodontics focussed on cosmetic transformations and implant reconstructions using the most advanced digital technology. Dr. Edher is the Director of the Digital Dentistry Institute, a global educational organization that conducts comprehensive training programs in digital dentistry and implant dentistry. He is also a Clinical Assistant Professor and guest lecturer at the University of British Columbia and has numerous publications in areas such as digital dentistry and dental implants.
He received his dental degree from the University of Sharjah College of Dental Medicine, and then completed his Masters in Craniofacial Science and post-graduate specialty training in Prosthodontics at the University of British Columbia. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, and an active member of the American College of Prosthodontists, Association of Prosthodontists of Canada, and the Canadian Association of Restorative Dentistry and Prosthodontics.
We thank our Season Partner in Education, TD
GPR Update On-Demand with Dr. Faraj Edher – Recent UBC Grad and Staff
Evidence-Based Restorative Dentistry: From Research Findings to Clinical Practice (Live Webinar held November 19, 2020)
In the last few years, multiple restorative materials have been designed. The universal dental adhesive systems, the new technologies on bulk-fill composites, the advancements on glass ionomer cements, and the evolution of restorative materials with bioactive properties are among the direct restorative materials in the market where the flow of innovations has been a constant. This webinar aims to provide an update to clinicians on the most recent research findings on novel commercial materials and techniques, mainly pertaining to restorative procedures. The presentation will address potential clinical issues and technical strategies to optimize clinical results, allowing to take the most of its benefits without jeopardizing quality and durability. (2.0 credit hours)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Adriana Manso, DDS, MS, PhD
Restorative Dentistry and Dental Biomaterials
Dr. Adriana Manso received her D.D.S. degree at the University of Londrina, Brazil, Master of Science in Restorative Dentistry at the University of São Paulo, Brazil, and PhD in Dental Biomaterials at the University of São Paulo, Brazil. Additionally, she holds two specialty degrees, in Endodontics and Restorative Dentistry along with 28 years of private practice experience.
Dr. Manso taught Dental Biomaterials and Restorative Dentistry in Specialty Programs in Brazil. She was Manager for Clinical Research at Bisco, Inc, USA; and a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Restorative Dentistry, University of Florida, College of Dentistry, USA. Dr. Manso joined UBC Faculty of Dentistry as Clinical Assistant Professor in 2011 in the Division of Dental Biomaterials. Currently, she is Associate Professor and Chair, Division of Restorative Dentistry, Department of Oral Health Sciences at the University of British Columbia.
Dr. Manso has lectured both nationally and internationally in continuing education programs and universities. She has authored and co-authored several scientific articles in peer-review journals as well as book chapters. She serves as reviewer in multiple peer-reviewed journals, including Journal of Dental Research, Dental Materials, Operative Dentistry, Journal of Biomedical Materials Research, among others. Some of her major research interests are related to the mechanisms involved in the degradation of resin-dentin interfaces for direct and indirect dental restorations, adhesive systems, resin cements and resin composites. Currently, her research program is focused on the development of resin-based dental materials with antimicrobial properties.
We thank VDDS’ Season Partner in Education, TD
We thank VDDS’ Online Partner in Education, 3M Canada (BC Chapter)
GPR Update On-Demand with Dr. Adriana Manso – Recent UBC Grad and Staff
Clinical Practice Supported by Scientific Evidence (Live Webinar held December 3, 2020)
This presentation will illustrate how current scientific evidence can support the choice of materials and techniques when dealing with adhesive dentistry in clinical practice. (2.0 credit hours)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Rick Carvalho, DDS, PhD, FADM
Restorative Dentistry and Dental Biomaterials
Dr. Rick Carvalho is a Professor and Head of Department of Oral Biological and Medical Sciences at The Faculty of Dentistry, UBC. A Professor of Dental Biomaterials, he is the Former Director of the Frontier Clinical Research Centre, UBC Dentistry.
We thank VDDS’ Season Partner in Education, TD
We thank VDDS’ Online Partner in Education, Bisco Canada – Meet the TheraFamily
GPR Update On-Demand with Dr. Rick Carvalho – Recent UBC Grad and Staff
An Update on Soft Tissue Management Around Teeth and Implants (Live Webinar held December 10, 2020)
An overview and update on soft tissue grafts. The anatomy of soft tissue around teeth and implants, soft tissue grafting indications, procedures and materials will be discussed. (2.0 credit hours)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Rana Tarzemany
Certified Specialist in Periodontics
Dr. Rana Tarzemany received her D.D.S. from Azad Tehran Dental School and completed her graduate studies in the field of combined PhD and Diploma in Periodontics at the University of British Columbia. She is a Certified Periodontist, a Fellow of Royal College of Dentists of Canada FRCD(C), and a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and Dental Implant Surgery (DABP). She serves as a Postdoctoral Research and Teaching Fellow at UBC Faculty of Dentistry, and a faculty member at Digital Dentistry Institute (DDI). She practices as an associate periodontist in Vancouver.
In her research, which centers around the molecular mechanisms of wound healing and scar formation, she has received outstanding recognition and academic achievements. In 2015, she was the winner of the highly prestigious international Volpe Competition that recognizes the best periodontal research from the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. She was the first Canadian to win this competition.
Rana was the recipient of numerous prestigious national and international awards including Joseph Tonzetich Fellowship (2012, 2013 and 2014), B.W. Leung Award (2015), Dr. Donald M. Brunette Award (2016) for academic excellence within UBC Faculty of Dentistry, and the Osteology Education Grant for participation in the Osteology Research Academy, Harvard School of Dental Medicine (2016). She was the winner of the poster presentation competition in the UBC Faculty of Dentistry in four different occasions (2012, 2013, 2016, and 2017). She has also received CIHR Institute Community Support Travel Award (2013), the Canadian Student Health Research Forum Award (2013), Canadian Dental Specialties Association Travel Award (2016), and selected as top 10 finalists to receive the Travel Award to attend the University of North Carolina Perio 2017 Expo. In addition, she was nominated by UBC Graduate Studies, as one of the top 5% of doctoral students, to participate in the CIHR Research Poster Presentation event in Winnipeg (2014) and Edmonton (2015). Rana has authored several publications in peer-reviewed journals, and presented her research findings in various conferences within Canada and internationally. She was recently acknowledged at the 13th Annual President’s Student Leader Recognition Event by UBC President Prof. Santa Ono (2017).
We thank VDDS’ Season Partner in Education, TD
We thank VDDS’ Online Partner in Education, BioHorizons Canada
GPR Update On-Demand with Dr. Rana Tarzemany – Recent UBC Grad/Staff
Current Concepts and Future Trends in Endodontics (Live Webinar held Nov. 5, 2020) On-Demand Recording Not Available
Endodontic treatment is one of the most challenging procedures in dentistry as the complexity and variability of the root canal system can often result in procedural mishaps and treatment failures. In recent years, many advances in endodontic technology have helped clinicians perform safer procedures and with better long-term outcome. Utilizing operating microscopes and Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) are gold standards in endodontics. New technologies such as guided endodontics utilizing CBCT-/Computer-driven approaches and irrigation devices using multi-sonic technology may hold promise to enhance our treatment outcomes.
Our continual understanding of the biology and the causes for endo-restorative treatment failures are helping us move away from a more traditional approach to endodontic treatment and guide us towards a more conservative approach, specially when it comes down to access cavity preparations and canal debridement. As the research and technology continue to mature in the field of endodontics, we should expect a trend towards reduction in treatment failures and faster healing rates, and an increase in long-term survival of natural dentition.
This lecture is an overview of all steps involved in the initial endodontic treatment and a review of common practices according to our current understanding of the biology and available techniques and materials. (1.5 credit hours)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Mahmoud Ektefaie
Certified Specialist in Endodontics
Dr. Mahmoud Ektefaie received his DMD from the University of British Columbia in 2003 and his Certificate in Endodontics and M.Sc. in Oral Biology from Temple University (Philadelphia, PA) in 2008. He maintains a full-time Endodontic practice (VanEndo) in Vancouver and he is also a part-time clinical instructor at UBC Graduate Endodontics Program.