MDDS Presents: Navigating the World of 3D Imaging
2021-10-01 08:00 - 15:00 (America/Denver) | Mountain West Dental Institute
Navigating the World of 3D Imaging

Presented by Dr. Peter Green and Dr. Michael Moroni
While 3D technology (cone beam) is a huge benefit to the patient and practice, proper implementation is essential. Review best practices that accelerate the rewards and minimize the frustration and workflow disruption within your practice. Through lecture and hands-on learning, understand the proper utilization of 3D Imaging within a general dentistry practice. Learn correct indications and contraindications for 3D imaging. Gain a basic knowledge for reading 3D images – key landmarks, normal vs. pathological and when to call in additional assistance. Finally, discover how to properly evaluate the return on investment for 3D imaging in your practice.
Objectives:

Learn the proper implementation and utilization of 3D imaging within your practice.
Learn the proper indication and contraindications for 3D imaging.
Learn basic head and neck anatomy including key landmarks.
Evaluate the return on investment for 3D imaging in your practice.

Dr. Peter Green is a board certified oral and maxillofacial radiologist in Raleigh, NC. He received his DMD from the Medical University of South Carolina and his MS and certificate in oral and maxillofacial radiology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Dr. Green also maintains an appointment as adjunct assistant professor at UNC Chapel Hill.
Dr. Michael Moroni received his DDS from Case Western Reserve University and completed his dental residency at the Cleveland Clinic. He maintains a private practice in Castle Rock, CO and is one of the few dental practitioners in the country who uses both the CEREC and Emerald S CAD/CAM systems. Dr. Moroni travels internationally lecturing and training dentists on the use of CBCT and CAD/CAM technology.
Course held in partnership with:
Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Date Friday, October 1, 2021
Time 8:00am – 3:00pm (one-hour lunch)
Rate $159 MDDS Member $159 MDDS Member Staff $189 Non-MDDS Member $189 Non-MDDS Member Staff
Credits: 6
Format: Lecture/Hands-on
Cancellation Deadline: September 24, 2021
2 Easy Ways to Register Online – available 24 hours/day
Click here to register online
Phone In
Available Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm at (303) 488-9700
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 “Matrix” or “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 the link for more information.

ASDash - The 5K to Beat Decay
2021-10-02 09:30 - 13:00
Join the Colorado chapter of the American Student Dental Association (ASDA) as they join forces with Special Olympics Colorado to beat tooth decay. The annual 5k will take place on the CU Anschutz Medical Campus.
Date: Saturday, October 2, 2021
Time: 9:30am – 1:00pm (Bib and t-shirt pick-up at 8:00am)
Rate: $25 + $2.45 sign-up fee
Location:
CU Anschutz Medical Campus – Boettcher Commons (next to the dental school)
13065 E 17th Ave
Aurora, CO 80045

CS Kids Dentist Appt
2021-10-05 15:00 - 16:00

9th Annual Expressions of KINDness Gala
2021-10-07 19:00 - 21:00
Be part of a KIND event that impacts a child’s smile, self-esteem, and health. BMW of Denver Downtown presents the 9th Annual Expressions of KINDness Gala!
Enjoy a late summer evening soirée to raise funds and continue KIND’s mission of caring for Colorado children in need at Denver’s hottest urban winery, Bigsby’s Folly-A Craft Winery.
Features of the event include:

3 hour, full open bar with exclusive KIND wine blend and blends curated through the KIND Blending Wars.
Seated, three-course wine pairing dinner
Live entertainment
Children’s art gallery

Date
Thursday, October 7, 2021
Time
7:00pm – 9:00pm
Location
Bigsby’s Folly
3563 Wazee St
Denver, CO 80216
Attire
Cocktail Attire
Click here to learn more and register. Contact Krista Barnes at kbarnes@kindsmiles.org for details and sponsorship opportunities.

CDA & MDDS Day of Wellness
2021-10-08 08:00 - 15:00
Presented by: Ms. Holly Duckworth, Dr. Brian Gurinsky and Dr. Nicholas Studholme
Take charge of your wellbeing plus earn clinical CE as CDA & MDDS bring together professional wellness leaders for A Day of Wellness. This one-day retreat was designed to help you revive your long-lasting positive health and give you better practice outcomes. This immersive experience will start with a 45-minute yoga session to address the specific musculoskeletal needs inherent to practicing dentistry, destress through breathing and movement and improve your physical condition.
Next, join Dr. Nicholas Studhome, Doctor of Chiropractic and Get Comfortable as you learn tips and specific stretches to minimize the damage done by the dental chair, maximize efficiency, reduce the occurrence and severity of musculoskeletal disorders and practice pain-free.
Science has shown that mindfulness-based stress reduction reduces health care costs and improves productivity and happiness. In Everyday Mindfulness: From Chaos to Calm In A Crazy World learn seven simple applied practices from Ms. Holly Duckworth that you can do just about anywhere to get through even your most challenging days.
Wrap up the day with a 2-hour clinical CE course led by periodontist Dr. Brian Gurinsky designed to ensure your socket bone grafts will not result in failure and unnecessary repeated patient visits. Review the steps and principles that will lead to successful socket fills in preparation for dental implant placement. Participants will access material selection and their differences, including bone, membranes, sutures and more.
Dr. Brian Gurinsky has a private periodontal practice in Denver, CO. He is the past president of the Rocky Mountain Society of Periodontists and the Metro Denver Dental Society. He has lectured nationwide for the Perio Institute and is also currently teaching at Denver Health.
Ms. Holly Duckworth, CAE, CMP, LSP is a keynote speaker and applied mindful leadership advisor. As a contributor to the New York Times, Producer/Host of the Everyday Mindfulness Show, and columnist to countless industry publications, she works with stressed-out leaders to create peace, presence and profits.
Dr. Nicholas Studholme is a Colorado native and skilled in treating chronic pain, sports-related injuries, and analyzing and improving running form and technique. He graduated Cum Laude from Western States Chiropractic College in Portland, Oregon and has been in practice in the Denver/Boulder area since 2000. In addition to private practice, Dr. Studholme is an instructor for Functional Neuro Orthopedic Rehab and Dynamic Tape, and consults with many professional athletes in the NHL, EPL and MLS.
Date: Friday, October 8, 2021
Time: 8:00am – 3:00pm
Rate:
$40 CDA/MDDS Members
$30 CDA/MDDS Member Staff (Does not include afternoon clinical CE)
$75 Non-CDA/MDDS Members
$60 Non-CDA/MDDS Member Staff (Does not include afternoon clinical CE)
Credits: 4
Location:
Moxy Denver Cherry Creek
240 Josephine St
Denver, CO 80206
Registration Deadline: Monday, October 4, 2021
Cancellation Deadline: Thursday, September 30, 2021
2 Easy Ways to Register
Online – available 24 hours/day
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Phone-In
Available Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm at (303) 488-9700
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.
Sponsored by:

Freedom Day USA
2021-10-14
Freedom Day USA is America’s largest military appreciation event. Each year businesses around the country say, “thank you” to our nation’s active military, veterans and their immediate families by offering free services. Examples of services offered include oral health exams, hygiene appointments, xrays, fillings, extractions and more. Consider registering your dental practice to give back to this patient population.

New Member Welcome Event - Joy Hill Denver
2021-10-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Joy Hill, 1229 S Broadway, Denver, CO, 80210, United States
Kick back after work and connect with Denver area dentists. Build a sense of community while enjoying delicious food and drinks at the October New Member Welcome Event. All MDDS member dentists are invited to attend this NO COST event.
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Date: Thursday, October 21, 2021
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Rate: No cost
Location:
Joy Hill Denver
1229 S Broadway
Denver, CO 80210
Sponsored by:

KIND
2021-10-25, 2021-11-08, 2021-11-22, 2021-12-06, 2021-12-13, 2022-01-10, 2022-01-24

MWDI Rental: The OBI Foundation
2021-11-05 08:00 - 2021-11-06 17:00

MDDS Presents: CPR & AED Training
2021-11-09 18:00 - 20:30 | Mountain West Dental Institute
CPR & AED Training
Presented by CPR Choice
This program is ideal for all dental office personnel who need CPR & AED recertification. This course is certified by both the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI).
Date
Tuesday, November 9, 2021
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
Registration Deadline: November 1, 2021
Cancellation Deadline: November 5, 2021
2 Easy Ways to Register
Online – available 24 hours/day
Click here to register online
Phone-In
Available Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm at (303) 488-9700
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 “Matrix” or “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.

MDDS Membership Committee Meeting
2021-11-10 18:00 - 20:00

Dental Business Boot Camp - Critical Elements for Your Career Success - POSTPONED
2021-11-13 08:00 - 15:30
Dental Business Boot Camp – Critical Elements for Your Career Success – POSTPONED – To be rescheduled in Spring 2022
Presented by Dr. Brad Guyton and topic specialists

In a fun and collaborative environment, address the most critical aspects of managing and leading a dental practice. Join Dr. Brad Guyton and learn the fundamentals of business management including leadership, marketing, people management, communication and conflict resolution. Delve into financials and discover the best way to improve the experience and culture for both your patients and your team. Gain knowledge and takeaways you can implement on Monday.
NOTE: This course is geared toward new dentists (less than ten years out of school), but it is appropriate for all levels of experience.
Objectives
1. Define what it takes to lead a team
2. List vital aspects in improving communication and patient experience
3. Address the essential components in successful marketing, branding and advertising
4. Understand the best ways to attract, develop and retain team members
5. Describe crucial factors in improving the financial elements of your practice
6. Learn new ways to reintroduce joy back into your team and your practice.
Dr. Brad Guyton serves as Chief Dental Officer for Delta Dental of Colorado and Delta Dental of Virginia. He is an Associate Professor and Course Director for Practice Management, Ethics and Professionalism at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine and practices clinical dentistry in Denver, CO. Dr. Guyton serves on boards for dental schools and dental foundations, is a Fellow in the ACD, and is a member of the ADA, CDA, VDA, and AGD.
Date: Saturday, November 13, 2021
Time: 8:00am – 3:30 pm (one-hour lunch)
Rate:
$125 CDA/MDDS Member
$155 Non-CDA/MDDS Member
CE Credits: 6.5
Format: Lecture
2 Easy Ways to Register
Online – available 24 hours/day
Click here to register online
Phone In
Available Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm at (303) 488-9700
Registration Deadline: November 1, 2021
Cancellation Deadline: November 5, 2021
This course is held in partnership with

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.
Parking
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 red sign that says “Matrix” or “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.

MWDI Rental: The Beauvallon HOA Meeting
2021-11-16 19:00 - 21:00

Leadership Series #4 (tentative)
2021-11-18 18:00 - 20:00, 2021-12-02 18:00 - 20:00

Use Lips and Ear to Avoid Flips and Fears!
2021-12-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Mountain West Dental Institute
Use Lips and Ears to Avoid Flips and Fears!
Real World Effective Communication and Conflict Resolution for Dental Patients and Teams
Presented by Dr. Brad Guyton

Attend this course in person or watch the live stream!
If a tree falls in the woods and there is no one there to hear it, will it make a sound? If that tree was a team member or a patient, would you be the one to listen? In this workshop, we will dive into straightforward strategies that will help us not only become better communicators and listeners with both patients and teams but also help us resolve conflict. The old mantra of “a message sent needs to be received for it to be effective” still reigns true today.
After attending this course, you will be able to:

Identify the two parts of a message
Use active listening skills when dealing with conflict
Deploy appropriate communication tactics and de-escalate emotions to have a positive resolution that leave valuable relationships unharmed
Describe your own personal areas of strength and opportunity in communication
Define best practices in handling different communication styles and conflict resolution
Discover ways to leverage these techniques with both dental team members and patients to be able to resolve conflict quickly and effectively

This course is held in partnership with

Date: Thursday, December 2, 2021
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm (Dinner from 6:00pm-6:30pm)
Rate:
$29 CDA/MDDS Member
$29 CDA/MDDS Member Team
$39 Non-CDA/MDDS Member
$39 Non-CDA/MDDS Member Team
CE Credits: 1.5
Format: Lecture – in-person or via live stream
Cancellation Deadline: November 26, 2021
2 Easy Ways to Register
Online – available 24 hours/day
Click here to register online
Phone-In
Available Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm at (303) 488-9700
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 red sign that says “Matrix” or “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.

MDDS Presents: HANDS-ON Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Administration Training - SOLD OUT
2021-12-04 08:00 - 16:00 | Mountain West Dental Institute
HANDS-ON Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Administration Training
Presented by Dr. Jeffrey Young

Anxiety and pain are two of the main obstacles to the acceptance of dental care. Appropriate administration and use of Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen can be a safe, effective means to alleviate mild to moderate fear and anxiety. In addition, it may diminish responses to pain and elevate pain threshold.
This course will provide an introduction to the pharmacology, mechanism of action and effects of Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen. The goals of anxiolysis, including clinical applications, indications, advantages/disadvantages and biohazards of administration will be presented. The monitoring and recognition of potential complications will be discussed.
A review of Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen equipment and technique for safe administration will be presented followed by a demonstration of the administration and use of Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen inhalation equipment in a dental clinic setting. Participants will then practice administration and monitoring using actual inhalation equipment.
This is a one-day course with approximately five (5) hours of classroom instruction followed by two (2) hours of clinical demonstration and practice. At the end of this course, participants will clearly understand the indications for use of Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen and be able to provide safe administration and monitoring.
Objectives

Discuss and understand the basic pharmacology and effects of Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen
Review the anesthesia continuum and the Colorado State Board of Dentistry regulations regarding the administration and monitoring of Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen in the dental office
Know the goals of anxiolysis including advantages and disadvantages of inhalation administration
Discuss indications and contraindications for safe administration of Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen
Understand how to monitor patients and recognize potential complications of Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen
Review the inhalation equipment used for administration of Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen in dental offices
Become proficient in administration and monitoring of Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen by practicing with inhalation equipment in a clinical setting

Dr. Jeffrey Young earned his DDS from the University of Iowa and is a retired Army Colonel. He is a former Associate Professor at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine and served as Director of the Sedation Program at Children’s Hospital Colorado, Pediatric Dental Residency Program. He currently owns a private pediatric dental practice in Brush, CO.
Continental breakfast and lunch provided
Date
Saturday, December 4, 2021
Time
8:00am – 4:00pm (one-hour lunch)
Rate
$429 MDDS Member – SOLD OUT
$429 MDDS Member Staff – SOLD OUT
$529 Non-MDDS Member – SOLD OUT
$529 Non-MDDS Member Staff – SOLD OUT
CE Credits: 7 (4 additional patient hours completed outside of class)
Format: Lecture/Hands-on
Registration Deadline: November 23, 2021
Cancellation Deadline: November 26, 2021
2 Easy Ways to Register
Online – available 24 hours/day
Click here for online registration
Phone-In
Available Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm at (303) 488-9700
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 red sign that says “Matrix” or “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.

CAC Committee Meeting
2021-12-13 18:00 - 20:00

MWDI Rental: The OBI Foundatin-Morphology
2022-01-24 08:00 - 2022-01-26 17:00

MWDI Rental: The OBI Foundation-Level 3
2022-01-28 08:00 - 2022-01-29 17:00

MDDS Community Outreach & Public Relations Committee Meeting (cs)
2022-01-31 18:30 - 20:00

Virtual Town Hall Meeting on CDA Board Re-Structuring
2022-02-03 18:00 - 20:00
The CDA and Metro Denver Dental Society (MDDS) leadership are inviting members of the MDDS to a Town Hall ​Forum. The forum is meant to openly discuss and gather further membership feedback on the proposed CDA Board of Trustees restructuring that was brought forth at the 2021 CDA House of Delegates. Members are encouraged to attend the Town Hall Meeting with the intention of asking questions and providing feedback around the proposed Board of Trustees restructuring.
Learn more about the proposed changes here and here.
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Date: Thursday, February 3, 2022
Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Where: Zoom
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Give Kids a Smile Day
2022-02-04
The Give Kids A Smile® (GKAS) program, launched nationally in 2003, provides underserved children with free oral health care. Each year approximately 6,500 dentists and 30,000 dental team members volunteer at local GKAS events to provide free oral health education, screenings, preventive and restorative treatment to over 300,000 children.
GKAS events kick off annually on the first Friday in February, which is Give Kids A Smile Day. GKAS events are held throughout the year.
Give Kids a Smile Vision: To ensure access to quality oral healthcare for all children.
Interested in hosting an event? Learn more, get promotional materials, legal forms, clinical forms and more on the button above.

MDDS Presents: CPR & AED Training
2022-02-09 18:00 - 20:30 | Mountain West Dental Institute
CPR & AED Training
Presented by CPR Choice
This program is ideal for all dental office personnel who need CPR & AED recertification. This course is certified by both the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI).
Date: Wednesday, February 9, 2022
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
Registration Deadline: February 4, 2022
Cancellation Deadline: February 4, 2022
2 Easy Ways to Register
Online – available 24 hours/day
Click here to register online
Phone-In
Available Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm at (303) 488-9700
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 “Matrix” or “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.
