Metro Denver Dental Society

WEBINAR Surcharging in Dental Practices: The Pros, Cons & Regulations
2026-02-24 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Denver)
Presented by Mr. Phil Nieto
Should patients cover your credit card fees? It’s a question more dental practices are asking as surcharging, sometimes promoted as “credit card processing for free”, becomes more common. But there’s more to it than meets the eye. In this no-cost webinar, attendees will walk through the real-world implications of surcharging in dental practices, including:

The rules & regulations you must follow.
The impact on patient satisfaction and retention.
Financial pros and cons for the dental practice.

Mr. Phil Nieto is the President of Best Card, the endorsed credit card processor of the American Dental Association (ADA). He enjoys working with thousands of dental offices to help minimize the headaches of accepting card payments by focusing on providing what the merchant services industry often lacks: innovation and integrity. On the rare occasions when he has a quiet moment, he loves spending time with his wife and kids.
Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Rate:
$0 MDDS Member
$0 MDDS Member Dental Team
$25 MDDS Non-member
$25 MDDS Non-member Dental Team
Location: Zoom Webinar
CE Credits: 1
Format:
Live Virtual, On-Demand available for 3 months following the webinar.
Speaker Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Phil Nieto is the owner of Best Card, LLC, a credit card processing company based in Colorado and an endorsed company of the ADA and CDA.
Cancellation Deadline: February 20, 2026
Registration Deadline: February 23, 2026
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations will be accepted and are entitled to a refund provided they are received at MDDS by the cancellation deadline. Refunds will not be given for cancellations after the cancellation deadline.

Education Committee - Zoom
2026-02-24 18:30 - 20:00

CDA Foundation Breakfast for Dinner
2026-03-05 18:30 - 21:00 | Snooze DTC, 5073 S Syracuse St, Denver, 80237, United States
Join the Colorado Dental Association Foundation (CDAF) and your dental colleagues at the annual Feeding the Foundation Breakfast for Dinner event supporting the scholarship for dental students at the University of Colorado’s School of Dental Medicine. Enjoy elevated breakfast favorites, boozy brunch beverages, silent auction surprises and lots of fun for a great cause!
Date: Thursday, March 5, 202
Time: 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Location:
Snooze DTC
5073 S Syracuse St
Denver, CO 80237
Rate: $75
Dress: Brunch-chic attire
Questions? Contact Julie Collett at julie@cdaonline.org or 303-740-6900.

WEBINAR: Business Financial Foundations
2026-03-12 18:30 - 19:30
WEBINAR Business Financial Foundations
Presented by Mr. Paul Jerez
This course provides dentists with the tools and knowledge to understand a dental practice’s financial health. Participants will learn how to interpret financial statements, track cash flow and use key reports to guide smart business decisions. From monitoring profitability and managing expenses to preparing for growth and financing, this session simplifies financial management for dental professionals looking to strengthen their practice operations and long-term stability.
After completing this course, participants will be able to:

Interpret and connect core financial statements to evaluate the overall financial health of their dental practice.
Apply practical bookkeeping and tracking methods to manage collections, expenses, and owner compensation while maintaining separation between personal and business finances.
Analyze financial performance indicators to identify growth opportunities, prepare for lending or expansion, and make informed business decisions that improve profitability and sustainability.

PAUL JEREZ BIO COMING
Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026
Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Rate:
$0 MDDS Member
$25 MDDS Non-member
Location: Zoom Webinar
CE Credits: 1
Format:
Live Virtual, On-Demand available for 3 months following the webinar.
Speaker Conflict of Interest Disclosure: None reported.
Cancellation Deadline: March 6, 2026
Registration Deadline: March 11, 2026
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations will be accepted and are entitled to a refund provided they are received at MDDS by the cancellation deadline. Refunds will not be given for cancellations after the cancellation deadline.

MWDI Rental: The OBI Foundation-Level 3
2026-03-20 08:00 - 2026-03-21 17:00, 2026-05-15 08:00 - 2026-05-16 17:00

University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine Connections in Dentistry Social
2026-04-02 18:30 - 20:00 | Cheluna Brewing Company, 2501 Dallas St, Aurora, CO, 80010, United States
Back by popular demand, MDDS and CDA have partnered with the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine to host the third annual Connections in Dentistry Networking Night. We hope you feel inspired to invest in the next generation of dentists by attending this social event. Our goal is to connect future dentists with current members of the dental community. RSVP to enjoy delicious local brews, a taco bar and make an impact on the future of dentistry in Colorado.
Date: Thursday, April 2, 2026
Time: 6:30pm – 8:00pm
Cost: No cost
Location:
Cheluna Brewing Company
2501 Dallas St #148
Aurora, CO 80010
Questions?
Contact Kristen Brodie, UCSDM, at kristen.d.brodie@cuanschutz.com or (303) 724-7122.

MDDS Presents: CPR/BLS Training
2026-04-07 18:00 - 20:30 | Mountain West Dental Institute
CPR/BLS Training
Presented by CPR Choice
This program is ideal for all dental office personnel who need CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) recertification. This course is certified by both the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI).
Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Time: 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Rate:
$69 MDDS Member
$69 MDDS Member Staff
$79 Non-MDDS Member
$79 Non-MDDS Member Staff
CE Credits: 2.5
Format: Lecture/Hands-on
Speaker Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Non-Reported
Cancellation Deadline: April 3, 2026
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations will be accepted and are entitled to a refund provided they are received at MDDS by the cancellation deadline of each course. Refunds will not be made for cancellations after the cancellation deadline.
MWDI Parking Information
For your convenience, we have free parking in two retail garages within the Beauvallon building (east-facing side). Both garages are accessed from Lincoln Street between 9th and 10th Avenues. Parking in these garages is available on a first-come, first-served basis. ** If you are attending a large course/event at the MWDI, we recommend arriving early in case the garages fill and alternative parking must be secured. Be aware – The garages come up quickly after you cross 9th Avenue and both have left lane entrances. All numbered spaces within both retail parking garages (without “Reserved” signs) are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Do not park in any spaces marked “KCNC.” Do not park in the residential parking. Residential garages are at the back of the retail garages. The north and south garages are not connected. Both have open parking available. See link for more information.

MWDI Rental: OSHA Training (tentative)
2026-04-08

MWDI Rental: IPSO Study Club
2026-04-08 06:00 - 21:00

MWDI Rental: OSHA Training
2026-04-08 08:00 - 17:00

WEBINAR Promoting a Culture of Safety: Professionally Essential, Financially Smart
2026-04-08 18:30 - 19:30
WEBINAR Promoting a Culture of Safety: Professionally Essential, Financially Smart
Presented by Dr. Micaela Gibbs

Implementing robust patient and staff safety policies in a dental office can significantly reduce liability and operational costs by proactively preventing harm, ensuring compliance and optimizing workflows. This webinar will provide an overview of practices and procedures that promote decreased liability, more efficient workflows, improved regulatory compliance, and better staff and patient retention, with resulting cost savings for your practice.
Objectives

Describe specific safety protocols that can be implemented to reduce risk and decrease liability.
Describe specific guidelines and internal processes related to management of protected health information and compliance that can prevent untoward breaches of care and resulting financial implications.
Describe specific practices that offices can employ to ensure adherence to standards of care and evidence-based practices to decrease redos, remakes and increase liability.

Micaela Gibbs, DDS, MHA, is Senior Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs and Professional Practice at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine. A CU alumna, Dr. Gibbs is nationally recognized for her leadership in clinical operations and academic dentistry. She has served as Chief Dental Officer at the University of Texas Health San Antonio School of Dentistry and spent two decades at the University of Florida, where she advanced access to care initiatives and led major extramural and global outreach programs. A dedicated advocate for underserved populations, she secured over $8 million in grant funding to expand care delivery and dental education programs. Her work has consistently emphasized patient safety and adherence to HIPAA standards, ensuring that expanded services uphold the highest levels of privacy, ethical care and regulatory compliance.
Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Rate:
$0 MDDS Member
$0 MDDS Member Dental Team
$0 CU-SDM Faculty
$25 MDDS Non-member
$25 MDDS Non-member Dental Team
Location: Zoom Webinar
CE Credits: 1
Format:
Live Virtual, On-Demand available for 3 months following the webinar.
Speaker Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Non-reported
Cancellation Deadline: April 3, 2026
Registration Deadline: April 7, 2026
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations will be accepted and are entitled to a refund provided they are received at MDDS by the cancellation deadline. Refunds will not be given for cancellations after the cancellation deadline.

MDDS Presents: HANDS-ON Advanced Scaling Workshop: Elevate Your Career to a New Level! - Session 1
2026-04-10 08:00 - 11:00 | Mountain West Dental Institute
HANDS-ON Advanced Scaling Workshop: Elevate Your Career to a New Level! – Session 1
Presented by Ms. Diane Millar
Important Note: Due to the focus of the exercises in this workshop, attendance is limited to only practicing dental hygienists.
This course will provide a hands-on scaling experience designed to enhance scaling efficacy and proper ergonomics to prevent work related pain, musculoskeletal injuries, and disability. Through video clips and hands-on participation coupled with the use of instruments with wider handles, attendees will learn advanced reinforced scaling techniques in every quadrant on a typodont model attached to a portable simulation unit. Attendees will receive personalized instruction while scaling during the workshop to improve upon instrumentation skills, and postural ergonomics for career enhancement and musculoskeletal protection from injury.
Course participants will receive a copy of the book Reinforced Periodontal Instrumentation and Ergonomics for the Dental Care Provider.
Objectives

Demonstrate an ideal grasp, advanced instrumentation scaling techniques, ideal fulcrum rests and optimal postural ergonomics while working to enhance scaling precision, prevention and protection
How to protect their hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck and back while scaling to prevent injuries that can lead to career ending disability
Demonstrate ideal postural strategies around the patient chair for every quadrant while scaling in a seated posture or while standing to prevent prolonged static postures which can lead to career-ending injuries

Ms. Diane Millar has been a dental hygienist for over 40 years. She received a Master’s in Education from Pepperdine University in 2009 and has been an educator at the University of Southern California, Cerritos College, and currently, for over 14 years, an instructor at West Coast University. She also received the Sigma Phi Alpha award in 2021 for her accomplishments in the dental hygiene profession. Ms. Millar is the published author of the book entitled, “Reinforced Periodontal Instrumentation and Ergonomics for the Dental Care Provider.” She provides lectures and hands-on workshops on advanced instrumentation and ergonomics internationally to empower dental professionals and students to have extraordinary scaling and ergonomic skills to enhance career longevity.
Continental breakfast provided.
Date: Friday, April 10, 2026
Time: 8:00am – 11:00am
Rate:
$225 MDDS Member Staff
$255 Non-MDDS Member Staff
CE Credits: 3
Format: Hands-on
Speaker Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Consultant for LM-Dental and Zirc Dental Products
Cancellation Deadline: April 3, 2026
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations will be accepted and are entitled to a refund provided they are received at MDDS by the cancellation deadline. Refunds will not be given for cancellations after the cancellation deadline.
MWDI Parking Information
For your convenience, we have free parking in two retail garages within the Beauvallon building (east-facing side). Both garages are accessed from Lincoln Street between 9th and 10th Avenues. Parking in these garages is available on a first-come, first-served basis. **If you are attending a large course/event at the MWDI, we recommend arriving early in case the garages fill and alternative parking must be secured. Be aware – the garages come up quickly after you cross 9th Avenue and both have left lane entrances. All numbered spaces within both retail parking garages (without “Reserved” signs) are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Do not park in any spaces with a sign “KCNC.” Do not park in the residential parking. Residential garages are at the back of the retail garages. The north and south garages are not connected. Both have open parking available. See link for more information.

MWDI Rental: The OBI Foundation-Level 4, session 9 (tentative)
2026-04-10 08:00 - 2026-04-11 17:00

MDDS Presents: HANDS-ON Advanced Scaling Workshop: Elevate Your Career to a New Level! - Session 2 (Repeat)
2026-04-10 13:00 - 16:00 | Mountain West Dental Institute
HANDS-ON Advanced Scaling Workshop: Elevate Your Career to a New Level! – Session 2 (Repeat)
Presented by Ms. Diane Millar
Important Note: Due to the focus of the exercises in this workshop, attendance is limited to only practicing dental hygienists.
This course will provide a hands-on scaling experience designed to enhance scaling efficacy and proper ergonomics to prevent work related pain, musculoskeletal injuries, and disability. Through video clips and hands-on participation coupled with the use of instruments with wider handles, attendees will learn advanced reinforced scaling techniques in every quadrant on a typodont model attached to a portable simulation unit. Attendees will receive personalized instruction while scaling during the workshop to improve upon instrumentation skills, and postural ergonomics for career enhancement and musculoskeletal protection from injury.
Course participants will receive a copy of the book Reinforced Periodontal Instrumentation and Ergonomics for the Dental Care Provider.
Objectives

Demonstrate an ideal grasp, advanced instrumentation scaling techniques, ideal fulcrum rests and optimal postural ergonomics while working to enhance scaling precision, prevention and protection
How to protect their hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck and back while scaling to prevent injuries that can lead to career ending disability
Demonstrate ideal postural strategies around the patient chair for every quadrant while scaling in a seated posture or while standing to prevent prolonged static postures which can lead to career-ending injuries

Ms. Diane Millar has been a dental hygienist for over 40 years. She received a Master’s in Education from Pepperdine University in 2009 and has been an educator at the University of Southern California, Cerritos College, and currently, for over 14 years, an instructor at West Coast University. She also received the Sigma Phi Alpha award in 2021 for her accomplishments in the dental hygiene profession. Ms. Millar is the published author of the book entitled, “Reinforced Periodontal Instrumentation and Ergonomics for the Dental Care Provider.” She provides lectures and hands-on workshops on advanced instrumentation and ergonomics internationally to empower dental professionals and students to have extraordinary scaling and ergonomic skills to enhance career longevity.
Afternoon snacks provided.
Date: Friday, April 10, 2026
Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Rate:
$225 MDDS Member Staff
$255 Non-MDDS Member Staff
CE Credits: 3
Format: Hands-on
Speaker Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Consultant for LM-Dental and Zirc Dental Products
Cancellation Deadline: April 3, 2026
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations will be accepted and are entitled to a refund provided they are received at MDDS by the cancellation deadline. Refunds will not be given for cancellations after the cancellation deadline.
MWDI Parking Information
For your convenience, we have free parking in two retail garages within the Beauvallon building (east-facing side). Both garages are accessed from Lincoln Street between 9th and 10th Avenues. Parking in these garages is available on a first-come, first-served basis. **If you are attending a large course/event at the MWDI, we recommend arriving early in case the garages fill and alternative parking must be secured. Be aware – the garages come up quickly after you cross 9th Avenue and both have left lane entrances. All numbered spaces within both retail parking garages (without “Reserved” signs) are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Do not park in any spaces with a sign “KCNC.” Do not park in the residential parking. Residential garages are at the back of the retail garages. The north and south garages are not connected. Both have open parking available. See link for more information.

TeamSmile and the Colorado Rockies
2026-04-14 08:00 - 15:00 | Coors Field, 2001 Blake St, CO, 80205, United States
TeamSmile and the Colorado Rockies community are teaming up to provide underserved children from your community with free preventative and emergency oral health care and a one-of-a-kind sports experience! Volunteer positions in general, dental assistant, dentist, hygiene, sterilization and students are available.
Please join your community and volunteer to give back in a fun and unique way!
Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Time: 8:00am – 3:00pm
Location:
Coors Field
2001 Blake St
Denver, CO 80205

MWDI Rental: JP Morgan-Mountain Region Meeting
2026-04-14 08:00 - 2026-04-15 17:00

WEBINAR: Intro to Saliva & Glucose-Guided Treatment Planning
2026-04-14 18:30 - 19:30
WEBINAR: Intro to Saliva & Glucose-Guided Treatment Planning
Presented by Ms. Lora Hooper, BSDH, RDH, EFDA
Discover the future of dentistry at the intersection of oral and systemic health. In this 1-hour webinar, Lora Hooper, The Saliva Hacker™, will reveal how saliva diagnostics and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) expose the hidden perio–metabolic connection. Attendees will see firsthand how combining these tools transforms periodontal and implant treatment outcomes. This session is your exclusive preview of the groundbreaking 2-day workshop designed to set a new standard in oral–systemic care.
Objectives

Explain why scaling and root planing alone often fail due to biofilm and systemic drivers.
Describe the perio–metabolic pathway and how CGM data links to oral inflammation.
Interpret a case example integrating saliva test results with glucose variability.
Preview saliva-guided protocols that form the foundation of precision perio and implant care.

Ms. Lora Hooper earned her BS in Dental Hygiene and EFDA certification from The Ohio State University in 1995. She is President of the Integrative Dental Medicine Scholar Society and a Preceptor of the Bale Doneen Method. She completed the SSRP peptide program, focusing on disease reversal at the cellular level.
Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Ms. Hooper has financial or other interests of some nature in ProBiora Health and IDM Scholar Society.
Want more of a deep dive on this topic? Learn about Lora’s two-day hands-on workshop on May 8-9, 2026, by clicking HERE.
Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Rate:
$0 MDDS Member
$0 MDDS Member Dental Team
$25 MDDS Non-member
$25 MDDS Non-member Dental Team
Location: Zoom Webinar
CE Credits: 1
Format:
Live Virtual, On-Demand available for 3 months following the webinar.
Speaker Conflict of Interest Disclosure: None reported.
Cancellation Deadline: April 10, 2026
Registration Deadline: April 13, 2026
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations will be accepted and are entitled to a refund provided they are received at MDDS by the cancellation deadline. Refunds will not be given for cancellations after the cancellation deadline.

MDDS Presents: Botulinum Toxins & Dermal Fillers Level 1
2026-04-17 08:00 - 17:00 | Mountain West Dental Institute
Botulinum Toxins & Dermal Fillers Level 1
Presented by The American Academy of Facial Esthetics

All On-Demand lectures must be completed as a prerequisite to taking the live patient hands-on portion of these courses.

Day One: The Botulinum Toxins Level 1 live patient training will take place in the morning (didactic portion to be completed online prior to live-patient). The afternoon will be the live patient training for Dermal Fillers Level 1.
Day Two: Frontline TMJ & Facial Pain Therapy Level 1 & Gum Builder live patient training.

Course Information & Outlines for Botulinum Toxins Level 1 (Botox) Training, Dermal Fillers Live Patient Training Level 1

Patient assessment and consultation for botulinum toxin (Botox, Xeomin, Dysport) and dermal fillers (Juvederm, Restylane). Indications and contraindications for these pharmaceutical agents
In-depth instruction in the anatomy, neurophysiology, musculature and circulatory system of the oral and maxillofacial areas
Patient evaluation for the best dental and facial esthetic and therapeutic outcomes
Review of sterile technique as it relates to the use of injectable pharmacologic agents
Safety and risk issues for botulinum toxin and dermal fillers injectable therapy
Learn the physiology and pharmacology of oral and maxillofacial injectable treatment
Integrating botulinum neurotoxin and dermal filler therapy into therapeutic and esthetic treatment plans
Volumizing nasolabial folds, marionette lines, and lifting up the corners of the mouth using anatomical landmarks
Beautiful and subtle lip enhancements by adding volume to establish proper lip and smile lines
Smoothing lip lines and eliminating vertical “smokers” lines
Learn the best treatment techniques, including anatomical muscle sites, muscle depths, proper preparation and dilution for the best oral and maxillofacial therapeutic and esthetic outcomes
Botulinum toxin therapeutic treatment for bruxism to relieve TMJ syndrome
How to avoid, manage, and treat possible adverse reactions and complications
Live patient training, including comprehensive diagnosis, treatment planning, proper dosing and delivery of botulinum neurotoxin and dermal fillers
Proper fee structures for oral and maxillofacial injectable treatment
All necessary office forms and informed consents needed to begin treating patients immediately
This course is recognized by and will help in securing liability insurance
Observe many model patients during the day
One-on-one comprehensive mentored instruction as you work hands-on with your model patient

DATE
Friday, April 17, 2026
TIME
Friday, April 17
7:30am Registration
8:00am – 12:00pm – Botulinum Toxins Live Patient Training Level 1 – Staff must be registered in advance to attend
12:45pm Registration
1:00pm – 5:00pm – Dermal Fillers Live Patient Training Level 1 – Staff must be registered in advance to attend
RATE
Click here for rate information and to register for Botulinum Toxins Training Level 1 and Dermal Fillers Training Level 1
CE CREDITS
4 credit hours for Botulinum Toxins Level 1
4 credit hours for Dermal Fillers Level 1
Additional credits are given for online didactic.
FORMAT
Lecture (online)/Hands-on
CANCELLATION POLICY
Registration is fully refundable only if the course is canceled by The American Academy of Facial Esthetics. Please read the Cancellation Policy carefully.
MWDI PARKING INFORMATION
For your convenience, we have free parking in two retail garages within the Beauvallon building (east-facing side). Both garages are accessed from Lincoln Street between 9th and 10th Avenues. Parking in these garages is available on a first-come, first-served basis. **If you are attending a large course/event at the MWDI, we recommend arriving early in case the garages fill and alternative parking must be secured. Be aware – the garages come up quickly after you cross 9th Avenue and both have left lane entrances. All numbered spaces within both retail parking garages (without “Reserved” signs) are available on a first-come, first served basis. Do not park in any spaces marked “KCNC.” Do not park in the residential parking. Residential garages are at the back of the retail garages. The north and south garages are not connected. Both have open parking available. See attachment for more information.

MDDS Presents: Frontline TMJ & Facial Pain Therapy Level 1 & Gum Builder
2026-04-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Mountain West Dental Institute
Frontline TMJ & Facial Pain Therapy Level 1 & Gum Builder & Black Triangle Training
Presented by The American Academy of Facial Esthetics

All On-Demand lectures must be completed as a prerequisite to taking the live patient hands-on portion of these courses.

Day One: The Botulinum Toxins Level 1 live patient training will take place in the morning (didactic portion to be completed online prior to live-patient). The afternoon will be the live patient training for Dermal Fillers Level 1.
Day Two: Frontline TMJ & Facial Pain Therapy Level 1 live patient training and Gum Builder & Black Triangle Training

Course Information & Outlines for Frontline TMJ & Facial Pain Therapy Level 1

How to quickly identify and diagnose facial pain patients in your practice – they are everywhere and have been asking you for treatment!
A step-by-step comprehensive patient examination and evaluation, including a one-minute maxillofacial neurological exam, a one-minute otic exam, and a thorough head and neck muscle examination
Learn why you should not initially spend a dollar on expensive equipment for facial pain diagnosis and treatment
Learn the two most important tools used to diagnose myofascial pain – one is free and the other one will cost you one penny each!
Learn the real secret of the role of occlusion in orofacial pain – don’t suffer from occlusion confusion anymore
Simple, easy ways to quickly identify if facial pain is coming from the TMJ, neuralgia, ear, eyes, or facial muscles
Trigger point injections – learn how to precisely identify and inject trigger points for instant and long-term pain relief
Understand when to use different chemotherapeutics such as sterile saline, lidocaine, and botulinum toxin for differential diagnosis, pain management, and the best short-term and long-term successful
Therapeutic outcomes
Learn when to treat and when to refer orofacial pain patients
Common sense diagnosis and treatment planning for TMJ syndrome, headaches, and orofacial pain patients
Medical insurance reimbursement for the dental/medical practice for myofascial pain patients, with a full list of diagnoses and treatment codes to help you get started immediately
Observe many model patients during the day
One-on-one comprehensive mentored instruction as you work hands-on with your model patients

Course Information & Outlines for Gum Builder & Black Triangle Training

Periodontal anatomy and how it relates to collagen biostimulation
Gingival biotypes and gingival recession
Predisposing factors for gingival recession – where does it really come from?
Surgical options and success – what do the studies really say?
Regenerative CaHA (calcium hydroylapatite) dermal fillers – how they work
The interrelationship between collagen biostimulation and tissue regeneration
FDA clearance and scientific study review
Rapidly reduce dentin hypersensitivity with CaHA filler – how does it work?
CaHA filler full-strength and dilute preparations for gingival recession treatment
Patient evaluation and assessment for successful CaHA filler treatment
Precise treatment CaHA filler protocols
Gingival anatomy and how it relates to different treatment options for black triangles
Identify the proper interdental gingival contour for each clinical situation
Esthetic gingival guidelines to establish proper lip and smile lines
Assessing the patient’s gingival biotype and how to treatment plan for different biotypes for dental restorative, implant, and black triangle treatment
The top 6 causes of deficient interdental papilla – the dreaded black triangle
Black triangle treatment alternatives, including removable prosthodontics, dental restorative treatment with fixed restorative or composite resins, and periodontal surgery options
Patient assessment and consultation for black triangle treatment with dermal fillers
Indications and contraindications for dermal filler pharmaceutical agents
Different delivery techniques to rebuild deficient interdental papilla
Internal partial thickness graft technique to create an interdental papilla space for dermal filler treatment
Sterile technique training using dermal fillers
Step-by-step black triangle treatment with dermal fillers for the best esthetic and therapeutic outcomes
Follow-up and maintenance visits management
Patient fees and dental insurance codes for CaHA filler treatment – this is one of the highest ROI dental treatments that can double your perio production immediately!

DATE
Saturday, April 18, 2026
TIME
Saturday, April 18
7:30am Registration
8:00am – 12:00pm – Frontline TMJ & Facial Pain Therapy Level 1 – Staff must be registered in advance to attend
12:45pm Registration
1:00pm – 5:00pm – Gum Builder training – Staff must be registered in advance to attend
RATE
Click here for rate information and to register for Frontline TMJ & Facial Pain Therapy Level 1 & Gum Builder & Black Triangle Training
CE CREDITS
4 credit hours for Frontline TMJ & Facial Pain Therapy Level 1
4 credit hours for Gum Builder & Black Triangle Training
Additional credits are given for online didactic.
FORMAT
Lecture (online)/Hands-on
CANCELLATION POLICY
Registration is fully refundable only if the course is canceled by The American Academy of Facial Esthetics. Please read the Cancellation Policy carefully.
MWDI PARKING INFORMATION
For your convenience, we have free parking in two retail garages within the Beauvallon building (east-facing side). Both garages are accessed from Lincoln Street between 9th and 10th Avenues. Parking in these garages is available on a first-come, first-served basis. **If you are attending a large course/event at the MWDI, we recommend arriving early in case the garages fill and alternative parking must be secured. Be aware – the garages come up quickly after you cross 9th Avenue and both have left lane entrances. All numbered spaces within both retail parking garages (without “Reserved” signs) are available on a first-come, first served basis. Do not park in any spaces marked “KCNC.” Do not park in the residential parking. Residential garages are at the back of the retail garages. The north and south garages are not connected. Both have open parking available. See attachment for more information.

Urban Peak Outreach Event
2026-04-19 12:00 - 14:00 | Urban Peak, 1630 S Acoma St, Denver, 80223, United States
Join fellow dentists and members of the MDDS Membership & Community Engagement on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Urban Peak as we provide lunch and oral health supplies to underserved youth.
Urban Peak is the only nonprofit organization in Denver that provides a comprehensive range of services for youth ages 12-24 experiencing homelessness.
Space is limited, so if you are interested, sign up early.
Date: Sunday, April 19, 2025
Time: 12:00pm – 2:15pm
Location:
Urban Peak
1630 S Acoma St
Denver, CO 80223
Questions? Contact Cara Stan, Director of Marketing & Membership, at membership@mddsdentist.com or (303) 957-3270.

KM Vacation
2026-04-23 08:00 - 2026-04-27 17:00, 2026-04-28 08:00 - 10:00

WEBINAR: Green Dentistry: Cannabis & Teeth
2026-04-30 18:30 - 20:00
WEBINAR Green Densitry: Cannabis & Teeth
Presented by Dr. Barry Taylor
Cannabis is the most commonly used illicit drug in the United States. Thirty-five states currently have legalized marijuana for medicinal purposes, while 15 states have legalized it for recreational use. It is estimated that over 10% of the US population uses marijuana at least once a year.
This course is an unbiased and evidence-based presentation of marijuana and its role in dentistry. We will present an introduction to the history of marijuana and trends pertaining to its use. Next, we will provide a basic science review regarding the Cannabis plant, the drug marijuana and the Endocannabinoid System. We will review how marijuana use affects oral and general health. Finally, we will address areas of possible dental research related to cannabinoids.
Objectives

Comprehend the Endocannabinoid System, what cannabinoids are and how marijuana is connected.
Understand how marijuana affects oral health, specifically detailing oral pathology, dental caries and periodontal disease.
Understand how marijuana affects patients’ general health and provide information on possible interactions of marijuana with commonly prescribed medications.
Learn how to communicate with patients who regularly use marijuana.
Explore future areas of research on cannabinoids regarding anxiolysis, bone metabolism, wound healing and inflammation.

Dr. Barry Taylor is the Executive Director of the Oregon Dental Association and is a volunteer Clinical Assistant Professor at the Oregon Health & Science University School of Dentistry. Before attending the OHSU School of Dentistry, he worked for two years as a research assistant in Neuropsychopharmacology at the U.S. Veterans Hospital in Portland, Oregon. Dr. Taylor served as ODA’s Editor for 9 years and as President. He was a member of the ADA’s Council on Communications. He also has had leadership positions with the Oregon Academy of General Dentistry, American College of Dentists, Academy of General Dentistry, Delta Sigma Delta and the American Dental Association. Dr. Taylor has been awarded the “Dentist of the Year” from both the Oregon AGD and the Washington County Dental Society, as well as Alumni of the Year from the OHSU School of Dentistry.
Date: Thursday, April 30, 2026
Time: 6:30pm – 8:00pm
Rate:
$0 MDDS Member
$0 MDDS Member Dental Team
$25 MDDS Non-member
$25 MDDS Non-member Dental Team
Location: Zoom Webinar
CE Credits: 1.5
Format:
Live Virtual, On-Demand available for 3 months following the webinar.
Speaker Conflict of Interest Disclosure: None reported.
Cancellation Deadline: April 24, 2026
Registration Deadline: April 29, 2026
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations will be accepted and are entitled to a refund provided they are received at MDDS by the cancellation deadline. Refunds will not be given for cancellations after the cancellation deadline.

Colorado Orthodontic Foundation Derby Day Fundraiser
2026-05-02 12:00 - 18:00 | COF Derby Day Fundraiser, 5248 Mining Camp Tr, Parker, CO, 80134, United States
Join the Colorado Orthodontic Foundation (COF) on May 2, 2026, for their annual Derby Day Fundraiser. Get ready for exciting horse races, delicious food and fantastic company!
Put on your fanciest hat and dress to impress because this event is all about having a great time while supporting a good cause. Whether you’re a seasoned horse racing fan or just looking for a unique way to spend your day, this event is perfect for everyone.
Come out and show your support for our cause while enjoying the thrill of the races. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of something special!
Mark your calendars for May 2, 2026, at 12:00 PM and get ready for a day you won’t forget! See you there!

WEBINAR: Buying a Dental Practice: From Readiness to Close
2026-05-07 18:30 - 19:30
WEBINAR Buying a Dental Practice: From Readiness to Close
Presented by Ms. Marie Chatterley
This webinar is designed for dentists preparing to purchase a practice or expand through acquisition. Participants will gain the tools to assess their readiness, understand today’s market landscape and identify the right opportunities. Attendees will walk through every step of the buying journey, from financial preparation and due diligence to structuring the deal and planning a smooth transition.
Objectives

Assess personal and financial readiness for practice ownership, including clinical scope, credit, budget and advisory team setup.
Analyze market factors such as demographics, payer mix, referral networks and competition to determine ideal locations.
Evaluate practice profiles, financials, and operational systems to identify strengths, risks and opportunities.
Conduct thorough due diligence across financial, clinical, operational and legal areas.
Understand how practice value is determined and identify red flags that may impact valuation.
Compare deal structures, including conventional purchases and associate buy-ins/buy-outs and understand timelines.
Develop a transition plan covering staff communication, patient retention, credentialing and operational handoff.

Ms. Marie Chatterley is a dental broker for CTC Associates. She has been assisting dentists since 2003 with practice transitions, team building, marketing and practice management. She is the former President of the National Association of Practice Brokers, a member of the Dental Practice Valuation Study Club and a member of the International Business Brokers Association.
Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026
Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Rate:
$0 MDDS Member
$25 MDDS Non-member
Location: Zoom Webinar
CE Credits: 1
Format:
Live Virtual, On-Demand available for 3 months following the webinar.
Speaker Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Marie Chatterley is the owner of CTC Associates, a Colorado-based practice transitions company.
Cancellation Deadline: May 1, 2026
Registration Deadline: May 6, 2026
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations will be accepted and are entitled to a refund provided they are received at MDDS by the cancellation deadline. Refunds will not be given for cancellations after the cancellation deadline.

Education Committee-Zoom
2026-05-13 18:30 - 20:00

MWDI Rental-The Dawson Academy-Core 2: Examination and Records (tentative)
2026-05-14 - 2026-05-16

WEBINAR: Selling a Dental Practice: Maximize Value, Minimize Disruption
2026-05-19 18:30 - 19:30
WEBINAR Selling a Dental Practice: Maximize Value, Minimize Disruption
Presented by Ms. Marie Chatterley
This webinar provides dentists with a roadmap for preparing for and successfully selling their practice while protecting value and minimizing disruptions. Whether selling to an independent buyer, DSO, or private equity group, attendees will learn how to strengthen financials, optimize operations, manage staff and patient communications and evaluate offers. The session will also cover valuation methods, deal structures, tax/legal considerations and best practices for a smooth transition.
Objectives

Understand the current seller’s market and how independent buyers differ from DSO groups.
Prepare their practice 6–18 months in advance by cleaning up financials, optimizing operations and addressing overhead.
Evaluate insurance participation strategy and its impact on practice value and buyer interest.
Strengthen team stability and facility appeal to maximize goodwill and patient retention.
Understand EBITDA valuation principles and common pitfalls that reduce practice value.
Compare and evaluate offer structures, including cash-at-close, earn-outs, equity rollovers and seller notes.
Protect confidentiality throughout the process and manage staff/patient communications.
Navigate key legal and tax considerations, including asset vs. stock sales, purchase price allocation and non-compete agreements.

Ms. Marie Chatterley is a dental broker for CTC Associates. She has been assisting dentists since 2003 with practice transitions, team building, marketing and practice management. She is the former President of the National Association of Practice Brokers, a member of the Dental Practice Valuation Study Club and a member of the International Business Brokers Association.
Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Rate:
$0 MDDS Member
$25 MDDS Non-member
Location: Zoom Webinar
CE Credits: 1
Format:
Live Virtual, On-Demand available for 3 months following the webinar.
Speaker Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Marie Chatterley is the owner of CTC Associates, a Colorado-based practice transitions company.
Cancellation Deadline: May 15, 2026
Registration Deadline: May 18, 2026
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations will be accepted and are entitled to a refund provided they are received at MDDS by the cancellation deadline. Refunds will not be given for cancellations after the cancellation deadline.

MDDS Membership & Community Outreach Committee Meeting
2026-05-27 18:30 - 20:00
