Navigation
- This event has passed.
CAGD Seminar Series 2024-25 – Season Pass
Friday, September 6 @ 8:00 am - Sunday, September 29 @ 5:00 pm
600.00$ - 2600.00$Event Navigation
Welcome to the Chicago AGD Seminar Series 2024-25!
You can purchase the Chicago AGD Season Pass 2024-2025 at the bottom of this page…
The Chicago Academy of General Dentistry (CAGD) is that component of the Illinois AGD that produces the Chicago AGD Seminar Series. Beginning in September, we provide 4 seminars given by the best local and national lecturers that we can find. The content is determined by the Seminar attendees, and it is geared towards the interests of general dentists. We have an incredible lineup of topics and presentations our membership desires and we found experts in the area of Dental Implants , Endodontics A-Z , Veneers and Smile Makeovers, All on X Implants , Digital Workflow from Single Implant to All On X ( full mouth rehab) that will prove interesting and stimulating as well as beneficial to our patients and in the subjects of interest to AGD members. The Seminar Series is held at Chicago suburban locations in beautiful settings with great food and interaction with the speaker and sponsors is encouraged. The Chicago AGD Seminar Series is committed to education and continues to provide a terrific value for our member dentists. In addition, our loyal sponsors have partnered with us and continue to support dentists in their commitment to education and daily in our practices. We are so grateful for their support without which we could not provide the quality of education we have enjoyed through the years.
Sincerely,
Joseph Akhikar , DMD , CAGS , DABOI, DICOI, FAGD , FICD.
2024-2025 Program Chair
“Dental Implant Site Preparation” – Season Pass #1
Speaker: Ziv Simon, DMD, Msc 
When: September 6, 2024 (8am – 4pm) – 7 Hours Lecture
Location: Gibson’s Bar & Steakhouse in Oak Brook
Course Description:
Esthetic zone implant dentistry is considered challenging because implant sites are frequently deficient in bone and soft tissue. Dr. Simon will review his methodology for extractions, bone grafting, soft tissue management and accurate implant placement in the esthetic zone.
Attendees will learn:
– learn the least traumatic extraction techniques
– learn which bone grafts and membranes to use
– learn how to assess the implant site and plan the surgery
– learn the socket shield technique
– learn how to achieve success in the esthetic zone
Click here if you’d like to register for this course “a la carte”
OR Scroll to the bottom to register for the Season Pass
“Endodontics From A to Z” – Season Pass #2
When: November 8, 2024 (8 am – 4pm) – 7 Hours Lecture
Location: Gibson’s Bar & Steakhouse in Oak Brook
Course Description:
Over the last 30 years, many exciting advancements have been made in the field of endodontics. The basic biology has not changed, but the way we diagnose, approach and deal with endodontic disease has changed. In this course we will look at the major improvements in technology and methodology that impact the care that we are able to offer our patients.
Attendees will learn:
1. Learn about the technologies available today that can raise the level of endodontic care for our patients.
2. Gain knowledge in the area of diagnosis and local anesthesia.
3. Become more aware of the relationship between conservative endodontics, proper restoration and tooth longevity.
4. Be able to make better choices about when to attempt to save a tooth with root canal treatment, when to refer to an endodontist and when to extract.
Click here if you’d like to register for this course “a la carte”.
OR Scroll to the bottom to register for the Season Pass
“Elevate Your Practice with the Aesthetic Advantage ” – Season Pass #3
When: March 7, 2025 (8 am – 4pm) – 7 Hours Lecture
Location: Maggiano’s Restaurant in Oak Brook, IL
Course Objectives:
In this lecture you will learn:
1. Elements of Smile Design
2. Case Selection Criteria
3. Preparation Keys for Veneers
4. Bonding Tips for multiple unit cases
5. Material Selection considerations
6. Increasing Case Acceptance for Aesthetic Dentistry
Click here if you only want to register for this course “a la carte”.
OR Scroll to the bottom to register for the Season Pass
“A Beginner’s Guide for Confidently Cutting Your First 100 Arches & Full Arch Digital Workflow with CT Alignment & Photogrammetry” – Season Pass #4
Speaker: Dr. Matt Grieger & Dr. Irbad Chowdhury
When: May 2, 2025 (8 am – 4pm) – 7 Hours Lecture
Location: Maggiano’s Restaurant in Oak Brook, IL
Course Objectives:
In this lecture you will learn:
In this surgically focused part of the lecture, Dr. Krieger will demystify the full-arch surgery process and fundamental techniques to give you the confidence you need to cut your first 100 arches.
Lectures will focus on the following 4 key surgical areas:
1. Optimal Patient Selection for Full-Arch Success
2. AOX Treatment Planning – Making Complex Simple
3. An Introduction to AOX Surgical Technique & Fundamentals
4. What Now? Managing the Most Common AOX Complications
If you’ve been waiting to get your feet wet in the world of AOX surgery, or simply wanting to take your AOX surgery to the next level – then this is the full-arch lecture for you.
Click here if you only want to register for this course “a la carte”.
OR Scroll to the bottom to register for the Season Pass
Registration:
Online registration is open now, select your tickets at the bottom of the page and “Add to Cart”
Tuition for single courses “a la carte”: (Breakfast and Lunch Included)
AGD Dentist – $175
Non-AGD Dentist – $250
Hygienist or staff (AGD dentist) – $85
Hygienist or staff (non-AGD dentist) – $105
Student/Resident – $20
To register for the single course only, scroll up and click 1 of the 4 courses above.
OR
To register for the Season Pass, scroll to the bottom and select your ticket.
All 4 Programs – Season Pass AGD members ONLY $600
All 4 Programs – Season Pass NON-AGD members ONLY $900
$30 fee for late registration (within 7 days of the course) or on -site registration.
Any cancellation on or after day of course will not be refunded.
For questions or more information please contact:
Dr. Joseph Akhikar
2024-2025 Education Program Course Director
Chicago Component of the Illinois Academy of General Dentistry
Sponsors:
Be Guided – Chris Kopp : We are a dental lab that only specializes in surgical guides for placing implants. We make guides for single implant cases all the way to full arch cases. We are located in the Chicagoland area, but work with clients all around the United States. We pride ourselves in reliable products, fast turnarounds and a staff that is always available to take client calls and questions.
