Dental Futures Unveiled: Edmonton

ClearDent has collaborated with leading dentistry experts and thought leaders to launch a 2024 roadshow that aims to educate dental professionals across Canada on what it means to future-proof their practices. We are delighted to invite Dr. Michael Parchewsky and Dr. Amer Hussain as our Keynote Speakers. They are highly respected in the fields of dentistry with AI Technology and Orthodontics and will be sharing their insights with seminar attendees in Edmonton.

In addition, we will also delve into topics such as cloud computing, practice marketing, industry economics, and the future of AI in dentistry. This seminar is eligible for five (5) CE credits.

Agenda

Time	Subject	Learning Objectives
9:00 – 9:15	Check-in, Breakfast
9:15 – 10:00	Navigating 2024: Reset and revival in a reshaping world	Gain an in-depth understanding of the economic outlook in 2024 backed by data and proven financial indicators including Certified Economist Understand how the changing outlook will impact the Dental Profession Best practices in planning your growth strategy and Investments with the financial outlook in mind
10:00 – 10:45	The Five Levels of AI in Dental Imaging	AI in Dental imaging- What is Diagnocat and how does it function? 5 Levels of utilization in the dental office. The various reports that can be generated using Diagnocat. Benefits of using AI for dental imaging.
10:45 – 11:00	Break
11:00 – 12:00	Artificial Intelligence: From Oral Health to Systemic Health—How AI can Help Support Dentistry	What are Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML)? Understand the benefits of AI technology in dentistry. What do current AI technologies offer for clinicians and how can they be integrated? Learn about the technologies coming to market that feature AI and ML. How to leverage technology and AI for improved case acceptance.
12:00 – 12:30	Lunch
12:30- 1:15	Kick Drama to the Curb	How to build a culture of accountability Put the right people into the right seat to drive performance Communicate effectively and candidly to guarantee predictable results
1:15- 2:00	Next Generation Practice Management Software: The Cloud and Beyond	Find out why Cloud technology is essential in enabling next generation technology like AI and more. Learn the difference between true Cloud Dental Practice Management Software, Cloud-washed solutions, and traditional On-Premise Software. Understand the business benefits of Cloud solutions including centralization, anytime/anywhere access, and scalability. Find out what transitioning to a Cloud solution looks like including essential considerations like retraining and system setup.
2:00 – 3:00	Mastering Digital Orthodontics and Aligner Treatment: Strategies for Practice Integration	Digital Orthodontics: Understanding the fundamentals of digital orthodontics, including intraoral scanning, 3D imaging, and virtual treatment planning. Aligner Treatment: Exploring the principles of aligner therapy, from case selection and treatment planning to monitoring and refinement. Practice Integration: Strategies for successfully implementing digital orthodontics and aligner treatment into your practice, including team training, workflow optimization, and patient education. Overcoming Resistance: Addressing common challenges and objections to adopting digital orthodontics and aligner treatment, and strategies for overcoming resistance within the practice. Maximizing ROI: Practical tips for maximizing return on investment (ROI) from digital orthodontic technologies and aligner treatment, including marketing strategies and practice differentiation.
3:00 – 3:10	Prize Draw

Our Keynote Speaker

Dr. Michael Parchewsky

Dentist at Terra Dental Care

A KOL/Beta tester for Dentsply Sirona and implant mentor for Atlantis implant solutions, Dr. Michael Parchewsky completed his DMD at the University of Saskatchewan. Having completed an OMFS Fellowship at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, he focuses on CAD/CAM & 3D CBCT for implants, TMJ, restorative, and sleep dentistry. He is the Chief Clinical Officer for the Passion Dental Group and oversees the Passion U Education Platform. He has a role in development of AI technology as the Director of Clinical Protocols for OraQ software. He is a partner with Digital Workflow Dentistry, an online platform for podcasts, technology reviews, and lectures.

Learn more about Dr. Parchewsky and his practice: Meet Dr. Mike Parchewsky | Dentist

Dr. Amer Hussain

Registered Orthodontic Specialist at Pure Orthodontic

Dr. Amer Hussain, DDS, M.Sc., is a distinguished orthodontist and visionary leader in the field of dentistry. As the owner of Pure Orthodontics, he oversees a network of eight esteemed locations across Alberta and British Columbia, guiding a team dedicated to excellence.

Learn more about Dr. Hussain and his practice: Meet The Team – Pure Orthodontics

Our Subject Matter Experts

Seemab Amir

Portfolio Manager & Wealth Advisor at RBC

For nearly two decades, Seemab has been proudly serving retirees, medical professionals and business owners in banking and wealth manager roles. As a Portfolio Manager and Wealth Advisor, Seemab is exceptionally positioned to cater to the unique generational wealth management needs of affluent individuals, families, family enterprises and business owners. Seemab holds her CFP®, CIM®, CIWM and FCSI designations. She is currently pursuing her Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA) designation.

Randeep Babu

Business Develop Manager at Diagnocat

Randeep Babu, an internationally trained Dentist and Implantologist, boasts an 8-year distinguished career. Specializing in dentistry, he is a leading expert, merging clinical expertise with technological innovation. Starting in a Toronto dental office, he has held key positions at renowned organizations, contributing significantly to the industry’s improvement.

Bianca Dornan

Practice Management Coach at Practices Made Perfect

Over the past several decades, Bianca has developed a wide frame of reference for all things dental. With a talent for understanding the challenges practitioners face and aptitude for finding practical solutions to their daily struggles, she excels driving client success through innovative, tailored solutions. While her unique blend of educational and practical experience gives her deep insight into the industry, it’s her big-picture approach and “think outside the box” mindset that has endeared her to her clients.

Alisa Vickers

Solution Expert at ClearDent

Alisa Vickers is a University of Toronto graduate and an esteemed sales professional. The road to dental sales began for her with a degree in Human Biology. At one time an aspiring dentist, she was even accepted into the Goldman School of Dental Medicine. Armed with a passion for all things dental, Alisa delights in helping her clients find the best solutions for their needs. She joined ClearDent as a Solutions Expert in 2018.

Karl Schmidt

VP of Business Development at ClearDent

Mr. Schmidt’s experience in the dental industry spans nearly 30 years. He has been involved in several start-ups and has had leadership positions with the largest distributors in Canada. His involvement in bringing advancing technologies to the Canadian market is to an extent, unprecedented. Karl is part of the executive team of ClearDent as Vice President of Business Development, one of Canada’s fastest-growing integrated software platforms. He is also a long-standing member of the Market Research and Data Committee for the Dental Industry Association of Canada (DIAC).