Allison Lacoursiere is a dynamic figure at the intersection of dentistry, personal development, and empowerment. With over 15 years of dedicated dental experience, she's a trailblazer in Clear Aligner Operations, credited with creating the Clear Aligner Systemization methodology.

As the visionary founder of Clear Coaching, a dynamic dental coaching and consulting firm, Allison demonstrates an unwavering commitment to helping doctors and teams reach new heights of excellence. Her approach is firmly rooted in a return-on-investment-driven ethos with a strong focus on a "humans-first" philosophy.

As a highly sought-after Coach, Consultant, and Speaker, Allison is dedicated to aiding dental offices in overcoming challenges like time constraints, disorganization, and inefficiency. Her primary objective is to cultivate a thriving office culture and bolster revenues through strategic training and effective delegation within teams. Working closely with practices, Allison spearheads the implementation of profit-boosting strategies, relieving stress on doctors and arming teams with the skills and strategies necessary to excel in driving treatment conversations, consults, and orthodontic treatment conversions.

Allison's reach extends well beyond the confines of dental practices. She graces international stages, captivating audiences with her enlightening lectures on Clear Aligner Systems, team training, and social media marketing in the field of dentistry. Her remarkable influence within the dental industry is underscored by her prestigious roles as a faculty member of Align Technology, Upgrade Dental, and the Dental Speakers Institute.

Allison is additionally multifaceted entrepreneur and co-founder of Clearly.IG, bespoke social media marketing agency that not only manages social accounts, but coaches teams on how to operate successful marketing campaigns. She has additionally trained hundreds of individuals to create an ROI on Instagram through her online courses and international speaking.

An active member of the American Association of Dental Office Management (AADOM), Allison holds certifications as a registered dental assistant and orthodontic assistant. Her commitment to dental excellence has led her to become a respected dental speaker, influencer, and educator.

Beyond her dental career, Allison is a renowned high-performance leadership coach who speaks on the global stage, sharing her expertise in worthiness, female empowerment, confidence, and effective communication. With certifications as a Professional Coach through IPEC, membership in the International Coaches Federation, and coaching certification from UC Davis, Allison is well-equipped to guide individuals towards their highest potential.

Furthermore, she holds a distinguished certification as a Transformational Trainer through Lionspeak, a testament to her exceptional abilities in inspiring transformation and growth. As the host of "The Clearly Worthy Podcast," Allison delves deep into the realms of leadership empowerment, success strategies, mindset mastery, and the invaluable concept of worthiness. Her podcast serves as a wellspring of inspiration, particularly for women seeking to embark on their journey of personal and professional growth under Allison's guidance.

Outside her professional achievements, Allison's commitment to health and wellness is evident. She represents Bermuda in beach volleyball, is a certified personal trainer, and yoga instructor, empowering individuals to unlock their full potential and find life satisfaction.

Allison Lacoursiere's journey is a testament to determination, innovation, and unwavering self-worth. As a coach, consultant, and creator of the Clear Aligner Leadership Bootcamp, she's dedicated to helping dental professionals achieve excellence, increase practice profitability, and lead with confidence. With Allison, the journey to success is not just a destination; it's a transformative experience rooted in self-belief.

Brandi acquired her formal education from Idaho State University, most recently earning a master's degree in health education. She has served the Idaho Dental Hygienists' Association as President, as well as her local Portneuf Valley Dental Hygiene Society. With nearly two decades of experience as a clinician in private practice, Brandi has treasured her time as clinical dental hygiene faculty at Idaho State University and served on the ISU Dental Hygiene Advisory Board. Currently, Brandi owns and operates Stellar Outcomes and Evans Dental with her husband, Dr. Eron Evans. Furthermore, she is an American Academy of Dental Hygiene accredited continuing education provider. Her enthusiasm for the dental profession is contagious and uplifting. Spend some time with her to add delight and expertise to your career!

Dr. Davila began her academic journey at the University of Florida, where she obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutritional Sciences. She then pursued a Doctorate of Dental Medicine (DMD) from the University of Florida College of Dentistry in Gainesville, Florida.

In her postgraduate career, Dr. Davila earned a Master's in Dental Sciences and a Certificate in Prosthodontics in 2023 from the University of Florida School of Dentistry. She was elected as a surgical chief, demonstrating a keen interest in restoring complex cases and embracing advancements in digital dentistry and 3D printing. Additionally, she has gained experience presenting case reports and scientific literature and was awarded first place in the patient presentation at the 2023 Academy of Prosthodontics Conference.

Currently, Dr. Davila practices at an established prosthodontics dental office in Tampa. Inspired by her father, a leading Maxillofacial Prosthodontist, Dr. Davila is an advocate for advanced tools in oral healthcare and hopes to lead innovation in traditional dental practices.

Beyond her clinical role, Dr. Davila finds joy in traveling and spending time with her fiancé, family, and beloved dog, Comet.

Dr. Bobby Birdi received his DMD with distinction from the University of Saskatchewan and his post-graduate specialty training in periodontics and prosthodontics from the University of Minnesota. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, and a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and the American Board of Prosthodontics.

Dr. Birdi is one of the few board-certified dual specialists in periodontics and prosthodontics in North America, and the first and only specialist in the world to attain board certification in these two specialties in both the USA and Canada.

Dr. Birdi is a reviewer for numerous leading journals and has recently been appointed to the board of The Journal of Clinical and Practical Oral Implantology.

He has academic affiliations at the University of British Columbia and the University of Minnesota, and also lectures nationally and internationally in the fields of implant surgery, prosthetics and dental esthetics.

Dr. Birdi is the co-founder of the Digital Dentistry Institute, one of the largest dental educational organizations in Canada, and maintains a private practice in Vancouver dedicated to comprehensive periodontal and prosthetic treatment with a major focus on esthetics and implant dentistry.

Dr. Nový is the Chief Dental Officer of the Alliance Dental Center, Massachusetts Public Employees Fund with faculty appointments at Harvard School of Dental Medicine and Western University. His awards include the Academy of General Dentistry Weclew Award, The ADA Evidence Based Practice Award, The AADR/IADR Gies Award, and the ADA Adult Preventive Care Practice of the Year. He served on the ADA Council of Scientific Affairs from 2010 to 2014, and as President of the CAMBRA coalition. In 2016 he was appointed the Consumer Advocate, United States Food and Drug Administration Dental Products Panel.

Dr. Fraser has been trained as a Periodontist in the placement of dental implants and surgical procedures limited to the oral cavity. He is a graduate of Temple University and served our country as a periodontist in the United States Air Force. Dr. Fraser is an internationally acclaimed lecturer and has traveled internationally to teach dentists about periodontics and implant dentistry.

Dr. Fraser is the founder of PURE PERIO: an in-practice specialty provider and dental implant coaching program. He is the founder of Southern Georgia Dental Education, a resource for continuing education for dentists, hygienists, and team members. He is also a member of the American Academy of Periodontology, American Dental Association, Georgia Dental Society, National Dental Association, North Georgia Dental Society, and the Catapult Education Speakers Bureau.

Dr. Fraser lectures on periodontics, dental implants (from beginning to advanced placement and restoration), soft tissue considerations, 3D imaging, and implant overdentures. Dr. Fraser also trains doctors and their teams on how to begin placing and restoring dental implants in their offices.

Dr. John Zalesky received his Master’s of Biomedical Science from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey School of Biomedical Sciences. He was awarded his DMD degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine and completed a General Practice Residency at Denver Health Medical Center. Dr. Zalesky went on to complete a second year, advanced training program, as Chief Resident at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine General Practice Residency, concentrating on Implants and Complex Prosthodontic cases. Additionally, he collaborated with Head and Neck Oncology at UC Health to create a continuing education course entitled, “Head and Neck Radiation: The Collaborative Relationship for Patient Treatment between General Dentists and Radiation Oncologists.” He is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and is a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. Dr. Zalesky has been published in several respected dental journals.

Dentistry has been Dr. Zalesky’s ultimate career goal since a young age. His decision was reached as a result of the positive experiences he had with several dental professionals who corrected major issues with his teeth and who all became and remain important role models in his life. Dr. Zalesky enjoys the variety and challenges that each patient brings to the practice – each with their unique needs and circumstances and he is able to provide exceptional, high quality care. He performs a variety of procedures including advanced surgery, implants, Pinhole Surgical Technique, all-on-four, full mouth rehabilitation, and orthodontics. Dr. Zalesky pays the highest attention to detail and incorporates the latest technology and research into his practice. He believes in building lasting relationships with every patient.

Currently, he divides his time between his private practice and teaching part-time as a faculty at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine. He is the Immediate Past President of the Colorado Constituent of the Academy of General Dentistry. He now resides as the Executive Director and Treasurer for Region 14 of the Academy of General Dentistry which oversees Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming.  He is a Key Opinion Leader for DEKA Dental Lasers, Carestream Dental and is a speaker for Catapult Education's Speakers Bureau. Dr. Zalesky has consistently been listed as one of Colorado’s Top Dentists by 5280 magazine and was named 2023 Top 40 under 40 by Incisal Edge magazine.

Dr. Joseph Lee has received his dental degree from University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Thereafter, completed two separate General Practice Residencies at New York Medical College’s Westchester Medical Center and NYU Langone Winthrop Hospital (currently known as NYU Langone Long Island Hospital). His residencies in New York focused primarily on hospital dentistry, trauma management, oral surgery, implant dentistry, and advance prosthodontics.

Dr Lee completed his postgraduate residency program in Prosthodontics at University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). While understanding the importance of prosthodontics in regards to implant dentistry, he obtained a Fellowship in Implant Dentistry at Loma Linda University. Addition to private practice, Dr Lee currently holds an assistant professor status at Loma Linda University Graduate Implant Dentistry.

Dr Lee holds several affiliations to national and international professional associations and societies, including the Academy for Osseointegration, American College of Prosthodontics, The American Prosthodontic Society, as well as the American Dental Association and Korean Dental Association, to name a few.

Dr. Dadoush is a Dual Board Certified Periodontist, Clinical Assistant Professor at UBC Dentistry, Fellow of The Royal College of Dentists of Canada and Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and Dental Implant Surgery. He holds a Master of Science in Craniofacial Science and a Diploma in Periodontics from the University of British Columbia (UBC).

He is dedicated to technological advancements in dentistry, with a Master’s thesis focused on Artificial Intelligence in Implant Dentistry. His pioneering research in AI was presented at the Canadian Academy of Periodontology Annual Meeting and the European Association for Osseointegration Conference in Berlin. He also received the UBC Graduate Support Initiative Award for his groundbreaking AI research.

Before specializing in Periodontics, Dr. Dadoush earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Dental Surgery and a Master’s Degree in Oral Medicine from Damascus University. He worked as a Certified Implantologist and Dental Surgeon in the UAE for six years, and he is a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists accumulating 14 years of experience in the dental field.

Dr. Dadoush is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Periodontology, the Canadian Academy of Periodontology, the British Columbia Society of Periodontists, the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, the International Team for Implantology, and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.

Dr. Dadoush loves to share his knowledge with colleagues, and he is multilingual and speaks four languages.

Dr. Riccardo Di Gianfilippo is a periodontist and a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. He earned his Master of Science in Periodontics from the University of Michigan and his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Rome Tor Vergata. Currently, he practices as a specialist in Periodontology at the esteemed center Pacific Northwest Periodontics.

Dr. Di Gianfilippo has conducted extensive research on peri-implant bone regeneration and periodontal plastic surgery. He has published numerous articles in top tier journals and currently serves as a reviewer for several international journals. He is also listed on Expertscape as one of the top 1% worldwide contributors in the field of gingival recessions. Dr. Di Gianfilippo has received recognition from the American Academy of Periodontology with the Orban Award, from the Michigan Periodontal Association twice, and has been honored with the University of Michigan Teaching Fellowship, the Jeffrey Johnston Award, and the Martignoni Award for his clinical and academic excellence.

Dr. Di Gianfilippo's goals include pursuing a career as a periodontist clinician/researcher, providing guidance at local and national professional meetings, and delivering outstanding patient care at Pacific Northwest Periodontics based on ethical principles and dedicated knowledge.

For over a decade, Dr. Ryan M. Walsh has been educating dentists and endodontists to provide the highest level of evidence-based patient-centered endodontic care. Dr. Walsh is a board-certified endodontist and maintains a full-time private practice (limited to endodontics) in Keller, Texas. As a board-certified endodontist, Dr. Walsh is abreast of the latest techniques in patient and clinical research focusing on bioceramic materials, resorption processes and treatment, irrigation techniques, and tooth cracks and fractures. Dr. Walsh has published multiple peer-reviewed journal articles and has presented to both national and international audiences. When not in private practice, Dr. Walsh maintains a faculty appointment at Texas A&M College of Dentistry in Dallas, TX, where he teaches endodontic residents and dental students the latest advances in endodontics. Dr. Walsh is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics, a member of the American Association of Endodontists, American Dental Association, and Texas Dental Association. Dr. Walsh is the past president of the DFW Metroplex Endodontic Society and a founding board member of the Seattle Study Club of Fort Worth. Dr. Walsh has been voted “Top Dentist” for the past 10 years in the Fort Worth area.

Gordon J. Christensen is Founder and CEO of Practical Clinical Courses (PCC) and Co-Founder and CEO for Clinicians Report Foundation (CR) and a practicing prosthodontst in Provo, Utah. PCC is an international continuing education organization that provides courses and videos for all dental professionals. CR offers unbiased research on thousands of dental products.

Dr. Christensen has presented over 45,000 hours of continuing education throughout the world and has published many articles and books.

Gordon and Dr. Rella Christensen are co-founders of the non-profit Gordon J. Christensen CLINICIANS REPORT (previously CRA), which Rella directed for many years. Since 1976, they have conducted research in all areas of dentistry and published the findings to the profession in the well-known CRA Newsletter now called CLINICIANS REPORT.

Gordon's degrees include: DDS, University of Southern California; MSD, University of Washington; PhD, University of Denver; an Honorary Doctor of Science from Utah State University, and an honorary Doctor of Dental Education and Research from Utah Valley University.

Early in his career, Gordon helped initiate the University of Kentucky and University of Colorado Dental Schools and taught at the University of Washington.

Gordon is a practicing prosthodontist in Provo, Utah. Gordon and Rella's sons are both dentists. William is a prosthodontist, and Michael is a general dentist. Their daughter, Carlene, is a teacher.

Mike has spent the last 12 years growing dental software technology companies that are designed to streamline office efficiency and increase overall production, while elevating the standard of care for your patients. He led business development and partner strategy for Solutionreach, back when offices were just starting to text patients to confirm appointments. He then helped grow Dental Intelligence, focusing on providing valuable insights to practices allowing them to focus on vital key performance indicators to improve overall practice health. He then joined Weave while it was in its infancy, leading partnership growth strategies. His most recent endeavor finds him as the Executive Vice President of Revenue at Pearl, the first company to bring Artificial Intelligence into the dental space with comprehensive FDA clearance to assist the clinicians and team members in reading and detecting pathologies in 2D X-rays (Bitewings and PAs).

Nicholas Freuen DDS MD, a practitioner with dual distinctions of DDS and MD, is recognized as a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and a Fellow of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.

With a commitment to education, Dr. Freuen serves as an Affiliate Professor at the University of Washington School of Dentistry, nurturing the growth of aspiring dental professionals. As the founder and operator of Spokane Oral Surgery, he takes pride in the recent designation as a "X-Guide Center of Excellence," a testament to the precision and innovation embedded in his practice.

Actively contributing to the dental community, Dr. Freuen is a proactive member of ADA, WSDA, and SDDS. Driven by a passion for advancement, his goal is to actively shape the future of oral and maxillofacial surgery. Dr. Freuen is committed to establishing robust relationships within the dental community, fostering collaborations, and pushing the boundaries of excellence.

Sunee Limmeechokchai is an associate professor in the dental specialist position at Loma Linda University, School of Dentistry, California, with a background as an endodontist and implantologist. Her primary responsibility at dental school includes teaching students with complex implant cases and taking care of full arch implant oral rehabilitation cases.

Sunee graduated from Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand, with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. Afterward, she continued her dental specialty education by receiving a certificate in Endodontics from Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand. In addition, she received a certificate and master’s degree from an advanced education program in implant dentistry at Loma Linda University, California, USA.

For her other specialty certifications, she received the following diplomas and fellowships: Academy of Osseointegration (AO), Diplomat in 2023; American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) Fellowship in 2022; American Board of Oral Implantology (ABOI) Diplomat in 2021; Academy of Osseointegration (AO) Certificate in 2021. During her implant specialty training and practice, she published five clinical research articles and case reports. She was invited to be a key speaker and give multiple lectures and presentations at international conferences. On top of that, Sunee dedicated her time to the Academy of Osseointegration Social Media Committee 2023-2025.

Anne Rice has been a clinical hygienist for over 30 years and created Oral Systemic Seminars in 2017 where she devotes most of her time, focus and study to dementia prevention and sleep hygiene. She is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, a Longevity Specialist with the Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation where she has also developed curriculum and immensely enjoys lecturing in the medical, dental, and public space. Anne lectures about oral health and overall health in the medical, dental, and public space. In 2021 published her manuscript Alzheimer’s Disease and Oral-Systemic Health: Bidirectional Care Integration Improving Outcomes, for Frontiers. She completed the Bale/Doneen Preceptorship, is a Fellow with American Academy of Oral Systemic Health and has consulted with Weill Cornell Alzheimer’s and Prevention Clinic and Florida Atlantic’s Brain Health Center. Currently she consults at the Atria Institute in New York, writes a column for RDH Magazine and Today’s RDH. Anne is included in an International Consortium of a diverse network of brain researchers, clinicians and institutions who support Alzheimer’s prevention.

A dental educator with over 40 years of experience in her field, Christine Taxin excels at explaining complex billing and health topics to diverse audiences.  Taxin is an adjunct professor at the NYU Dental School, has taught at Harvard University, and other dental universities around the country. Her focuses include medical billing in dental practices and how to transform general dentistry practices into dental wellness centers.

She has published sixteen guidebooks and whitepapers for dental teams navigating the complexities of medical billing in dental practices.  She has published articles in many trade publications, including Inside Dentistry, Dentistry IQ, and The Profitable Dentist.  A popular presenter a Dental Conferences around the country, Taxin has been one of Dentistry Today’s Top 100 Leaders in Dental Consulting for over ten years. She is a proud member of many organizations that deal with billing, wellness, oral systemic issues. By September 2020 Christine Taxin has successfully completed a working agreement with Q’Pro and the AMA to have certification for billing within the specialties of dental practices.  They will be in modules to allow all to be able to become certified billers under the AMA for Sleep Apnea, Pedo Sleep, Sedation, TMD, Implants and Oral Surgery. The tests are now live on Q’Pro.com for dental team members who want to become credentialed billers.

Christine has started a new program bringing the best of insurance into one room the insurance extravaganza has been successful with many always asking when it is this year!!!!

Dr. Anthony (Tony) Tomaro is a recognized academician and clinician, an accomplished author, and lectures nationally and internationally. His lectures emphasize the same concepts he practices: comprehensive dental health exams, diagnosis, and treatment plans; conservative esthetic dentistry and materials; smile design; evaluation, diagnosis, and restoration of worn dentition; and financial success (learned skills growing up in a family business). As a speaker for Catapult Education, Dr. Tomaro lectures on aesthetic dentistry and his unique process for natural smile design. He has dedicated his entire career to the advancement of dental education.

Dr. Tomaro received his DDS in 1980 from The University of Michigan and previously his BS and MS in Biology and Histology there. He enjoyed 26 years of private practice in Grand Rapids, MI. He then relocated to Las Vegas to become the Director of Clinics at the Las Vegas Institute and opened a private practice there in 2008.

Dr. Tomaro has completed extensive dental and other academic training, and is considered an expert restorative and esthetic dentist. His extensive and comprehensive knowledge of TMJ and his ability to understand complex occlusion has prompted dentists to not only refer patients to him but to seek him for their own personal treatment. There is a difference in cosmetic dentists. Dr. Tomaro is particularly famous for his style of veneers-smile design. Using facial landmarks to dictate tooth position can both enhance esthetics and conserve tooth structure. Each porcelain veneer is handmade by Dr. Tomaro’s personal ceramist who custom-blends the porcelain according to the patient’s desire and Dr. Tomaro’s direction for a natural-looking finish. No two patients will have the same smile. Thus, many Las Vegas celebrities and performers have sought Dr. Tomaro to create their new smile.

Dr. Tomaro serves on the editorial board of national dental publications and is an independent consultant and clinical researcher for many dental manufacturers and laboratories. Dr. Tomaro was awarded an ADA lifetime membership, was past Chairman of the Nevada Dental Association, is a present member of the Illinois State Dental Society, and the Chicago Dental Society.

In his free time, Dr. Tomaro enjoys spending time with his wife, Cheryl, and their four children. He also likes fishing, biking, and anything outdoors and of course, loves the vineyards.

Dr. Christensen has been treating Sleep Disorder Breathing since becoming an orthodontist in 1999.   For children, being trained in bio-progressive orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics, he has been able to treat breathing disorders through growth and development.  It is a matter of knowing what is causing the airway obstruction. It could be due to a small nasal airway, enlarged tonsils and adenoids or a tongue that drops into the back of the throat. This can be caused by a deficiency of growth of the lower jaw or very narrow upper and lower jaws that can’t accommodate the tongue. Treatment could consist of expansion of the upper and/or lower jaws. It can also include helping the lower jaw to grow forward, which in turn helps to pull the tongue out of the back of the throat.

Advancing technologies in growth of infants to adult patients, by use of epigenetics, has made it possible to treat patients in a way never considered in the past.  Many patients can now be treated non-surgically and without extractions.   Treating the cause of the malocclusion (bad airway, tongue tie) rather than just looking at the teeth.

In the last 10 years, Dr. Christensen’s orthodontic practice has incorporated Sleep Medicine as a driving force in treating patients with a comprehensive health focused treatment rather than with traditional orthodontics.

In May 2019, Dr. Christensen received Diplomat Status with the ASBA (American Sleep and Breathing Academy) and became one of five orthodontists to become Board Certified in Sleep Medicine.

Dr. Gene Santucci is an Associate Professor in the Department of Preventive and Restorative Dentistry at the University of the Pacific Dugoni School of Dentistry, San Francisco, CA. He is co-director of the Dental Sleep Mini-Residency Program, and Content Coordinator for Sleep Medicine. He also holds a Masters Degree in Educational Psychology and Counseling.

Dr. Santucci has presented nationally and internationally on the topics of dental sleep medicine, ADHD in children and sleep related disorders, occlusion, aesthetics, temporomandibular disorders, photography, functional anatomy of the gnathostomatic system and the fabrication and delivery of night guards. He is a published author contributing to numerous articles in refereed journals and abstracts, along with a task force report regarding sleep medicine, and course content in dental education. His textbook contributions include: Patient Examinations in an Esthetic Dentistry Practice, Headache and Facial Pain.

Dr. Santucci has been awarded membership in the following associations: the American College of Dentists, Pierre Fauchard Academy, American Academy of Integrated Pain Management, American Dental Educators Association, American Academy of Sleep Medicine, American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, California Sleep Society, American Association of Oral Systemic Health, American Dental Association and California Dental Association. He is a member of Catapult Education's Speakers Bureau and reviews dental products for them.

Dr. Santucci’s goal is to encourage all dental professionals to become the first line of defense regarding the evaluation, referral, and treatment for the various types of sleep disturbances from snoring to obstructive sleep apnea in children and adults.

Dr. Liao embarked on his journey in dentistry at National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (Taiwan), where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree (DDS). Fueled by a passion for periodontal care, he pursued specialized training in the field of periodontology following his graduation. With his training background, he had the opportunity to deliver multiple lectures in Asian countries, where he discovered his passion for dental education. This quest led him to the United States, where he enrolled in the prestigious implant dentistry program at Loma Linda University (LLU) and earned his Master of Science Degree in Implant Dentistry (MSD). Over the course of three rigorous years, he immersed himself in advanced studies, honing his skills in comprehensive oral rehabilitation. Eager to share his knowledge and contribute to the field, he continues teaching as a full-time faculty at the dental school, where he imparts his expertise to the next generation of dental professionals.

Dr. Liao is actively engaged in research, notably in collaboration with esteemed industry pioneer Dr. Joseph Kan. Together, they spearhead multiple projects focused on esthetic implant dentistry, with a particular emphasis on immediate implant placement and provisionalization of maxillary anterior implants. Dr. Liao and his team have integrated cutting-edge digital workflows into their treatment protocols, all while meticulously measuring outcomes for research purposes.

Driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence, Dr. Liao holds diplomate status with both the American Board of Implantology (ABOI) and the Academy of Osseointegration (AO). He is currently practicing in Southern California.

Dr. Jonelle Anamelechi is a Multi-Hyphenated Mom, Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist, CEO of Children’s Choice Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics (MD and DC), Dental Director for Thrive House, Past President of the DC AAPD, and Best-Selling Author in the D.C. Metro area. She has been named a top doctor in Family Magazine four years in a row and has been featured in The New York Times, Dentaltown, NBC, ABC, and CBS News. She is also a contributing author for Health in Her Hue and Dentaltown. Dr. Anamelechi serves as faculty of Children’s National Hospital and MedStar Georgetown University Hospital.

Dr. Anamelechi's areas of expertise come from years of training including but not limited to laser dentistry, maternal and child health, dental trauma, and growth and development. She graduated from Duke University and the University of North Carolina Schools of Dentistry and Public Health. After graduating, Dr. Anamelechi completed the specialized Pediatric Dental Residency Program at St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center.

Dr. Joyce Bassett practices comprehensive restorative and aesthetic dentistry in Scottsdale, Arizona. She is an accredited fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and former president, 2015-2016. She is a diplomate of the American Board of Aesthetic Dentistry, an associate member of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, a KOIS Center clinical instructor, an active member in the Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics, and a fellow in the AGD. Dr. Bassett has also served as adjunct faculty, teaching the aesthetic continuum at the Arizona School of Dentistry. Dr. Bassett is an international lecturer, published author, and member of the editorial board of several peer-reviewed publications. The cases presented in her lectures are all published in peer-reviewed journals . She is a recipient of the Lucy Hobbs Award for Clinical Expertise, the AACD Evy Award for Excellence in Teaching Cosmetic Dentistry Education, the Volunteer Dentist of the Year Award by Arizona CASS Dental Clinic, and the Give Back a Smile Volunteer Service Award.

Dr. Marc Geissberger taught at University of the Pacific for 30 years and ran Pacific’s prestigious complex and esthetic rehabilitation program. He is also a researcher and a published author in the areas of dental materials, contemporary fixed prosthodontics, and esthetic dentistry. He serves as a consultant for many dental materials companies and helps guide product development.

During his 30 years in academia, he has maintained a private practice geared toward restorative dentistry with his brother and fellow Pacific alum Dr. Jeffrey Geissberger. He believes his continual involvement in providing patient care as well as a role in academia has given him a unique balance that allows him to blend the best of both worlds.

Dr. Geissberger is a member of the Catapult Education Speakers Bureau, has won several teaching awards, and has presented over 450 lectures and hands-on workshops to colleagues in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, China, Peru, Denmark, and Taiwan. He has co-authored and published numerous scientific papers and a textbook entitled Esthetic Dentistry in Clinical Practice for Wiley-Blackwell which is currently available in 4 languages (English, Spanish, Polish, and Turkish).

Dr. Geissberger earned a master’s degree in educational psychology in 1994 and has been a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) with the National Academy of Sports Medicine since 2008. He completed his Fitness Nutrition Specialty (FNS) training in 2011.

Dr. Richard Lipscomb Jr. is a graduate of The University of Howard College of Dentistry and an international speaker with lectures specializing in restorative mini dental implants. He has been performing restorative procedures for over 20 years and placing mini dental implants since 2006. During that time, he has overseen hundreds of MDI cases and has gained the experience to provide hands-on training for restorative and mini-implant procedures to other doctors.

Dr. Lipscomb is a speaker for Catapult Education's Speakers Bureau, serves on the editorial advisory board for Dental Product Shopper, and has written several articles for publications including Dental Economics, Dental Products Report, and Dental Product Shopper. Dr. Lipscomb’s unique dental experience includes both private practice and public health service in community health centers. By delivering restorative procedures in a variety of dental environments, he has spent years working with a wide range of resin materials to suit many challenging clinical situations.

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Clinical Techniques and Materials They Don’t Teach in Dental School  Dental school, which equips you with the basics, is the beginning of your journey toward practicing dentistry. Continued learning and much growth as a dental provider occur after dental school. This course will have an open discussion about some of the techniques and materials that are used routinely and yet, are beyond the scope of dental school.

Learning Objectives:

• Exposure to the latest materials

• Exposure to techniques not taught in dental school

• Discuss the importance of organized dentistry

• Understanding how important patient perception can be

Dr. Todd C. Snyder received his doctorate in dental surgery at the UCLA School of Dentistry and trained at the F.A.C.E. institute for complex gnathological (functional) and temporomandibular joint disorders. Dr. Snyder is the 77th Accredited Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the International Academy of Dental Facial Esthetics, the American Society for Dental Aesthetics and a Diplomat of the American Board of Aesthetic Dentistry. Dr. Snyder has been on the faculty at U.C.L.A. where he helped create and co-direct the first (in the world) two year graduate program in Aesthetic and Cosmetic Restorative Dentistry. Dr. Snyder lectures both nationally and internationally on numerous aspects of dental materials, techniques, equipment, marketing, technology & business. He is a consultant for numerous dental manufacturing companies. Dr. Snyder has been published and featured in many books and dental journals worldwide. Dr. Snyder has a live, online and virtual dental education program known as www.Legion.Dentist. Dr. Snyder is also a professional race car driver and entrepreneur. He practices Cosmetic and Restorative dentistry in Laguna Niguel, CA and Las Vegas, NV

Mark Donaldson received his baccalaureate degree from the University of British Columbia and his Doctorate in Clinical Pharmacy from the University of Washington. He has practiced as a clinical pharmacy specialist, clinical coordinator and director of pharmacy services at many healthcare organizations in both Canada and the United States.  He is currently Associate Principal of Clinical Pharmacy for Vizient’s Advisory Solutions, and lives in Whitefish, Montana. Dr. Donaldson is a Clinical Professor at the University of Montana, Clinical Associate Professor at the Oregon Health & Sciences University, and affiliate faculty in Dentistry at UBC. He has lectured internationally to both dental and medical practitioners focusing on dental pharmacology and therapeutics and is a leader in the field.

Dr. Donaldson has published numerous peer-reviewed works and textbook chapters. He serves on the Editorial Board for the Journal of the American Dental Association and is the 2016 recipient of the Academy of General Dentistry’s Dr. Thaddeus Weclew Award. In 2019 he was conferred by the Canadian Dental Association (CDA) with the “Special Friend of Canadian Dentistry Award.” This award is given to an individual outside of the dental profession in appreciation for exemplary support or service to the profession as a whole. He can be reached via email at:  drmarkdonaldson@gmail.com

I graduated from dental school with a DMD degree from the University of British Columbia (UBC) in 2009. Right after graduation, I moved to the US to start a residency in Prosthodontics at the University of Iowa. I graduated with a Certificate in prosthodontics in 2012. Shortly after, I wrote the Canadian Specialty Board and RCDC Fellowship exams and joined a specialty private practice in Vancouver, BC. I eventually purchased the practice before his passing and operated as a solo practitioner for about 8 years.

In 2020, I decided to seek other opportunities and joined BC Perio, a group speciality practice in Vancouver, under the leadership of Dr. Bobby Birdi, where I am currently practicing full-time. In the past few years, I have been teaching at UBC as a clinical assistant professor. I have provided didactic and hands-on courses, lectured in local and national level and have mentored a study club for local general dentists. I have also worked contunously with RCDC and NDEB of Canada as a board examiner and with the College of Dental Surgeons of British Columbia as a member of the Inquiry Committee for the past few years.

I have received numerous awards, including - American College of Prosthodontics Undergraduate Achievement Prize, UBC; - British Columbia Society of Prosthodontists Prize, UBC; and - International Student Award in Dentistry, UBC, just to name of few. I am a Board Examiner for the Royal College of Dentists of Canada since 2016 and a Board Examiner for the National Dental Examining Board of Canada since 2023.

Shi Yin received her dental degree from Guangxi University Medical School in China and moved to the United States as a postdoctoral research fellow at Columbia University Medical Center. To strengthen her foundation in research, she obtained her Master of Science in Biotechnology at Georgetown University. Dr. Yin joined the Post-graduate Periodontics Program at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine for her specialty training. She graduated at the top of her class both academically and clinically.

After residency, she continued her training as a fellow in the Department of Implant Dentistry at Loma Linda University where she deepened her knowledge in prosthodontics, digital dentistry, full-mouth rehabilitation, and anterior implant esthetics. She accepted a full-time faculty position in the Department of Periodontics at Loma Linda, where she worked with postgraduate residents, teaching didactic courses, and supervising surgical procedures. Now she is in a private practice in Washington, USA.

Dr. Yin is a board-certified periodontist and implant surgeon. She has several peer reviewed publications the field of sinus augmentation and anterior immediate implant placement and provisionalization (IIPP). She has been invited to give lectures at esteemed conferences.

Thomas Dudney, DMD is a 1977 graduate of the University of Alabama at the Birmingham School of Dentistry. He has previously served as the Clinical Director for the Aesthetic Advantage hands-on programs taught by Dr. Larry Rosenthal at New York University and the Eastman Dental Clinic in London.

Presently he is the clinical director of the Pacific Aesthetic Continuum (PAC) hands-on programs. In addition to teaching hands-on programs, he has presented workshops and lectures at dental meetings and has authored several articles on aesthetic and restorative dentistry.

He is a member of the American Dental Association, the Alabama Dental Association, and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He is also a fellow of the American Society for Dental Aesthetics and a Diplomate of the American Board of Aesthetic Dentistry as well as a member of Catapult Education's Speakers Bureau.