BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Illinois Academy of General Dentistry - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ilagd.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Illinois Academy of General Dentistry REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20270314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20271107T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261101T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261101T200000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20260917T185902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T185902Z UID:22534-1793556000-1793563200@ilagd.org SUMMARY:ILAGD Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:ILAGD Board Meeting:\nThe Illinois Academy of General Dentistry Board of Directors \nThe Illinois Academy is incorporated in the State of Illinois as a not-for-profit organization. \nThe IL AGD Board of Trustees is mandated to meet twice a year\, but normally meets four times a year. The purpose of the Academy is to serve the needs\, to represent the interests\, and to foster \nthe continued proficiency of the general dentist through quality continuing education in order to better serve and promote the oral health of the public. \nThe IL AGD Board of Trustees is composed of dentist member volunteers that are committed to the mission and vision of the AGD.  The Board of Trustees are charged to: \n1.Determine the mission and purpose of the organization. It is the board’s responsibility to create and review the statement of mission and purpose that articulates the organization’s goals and means. \n2.Select the organization’s support staff. The Board must reach consensus on the staff’s responsibilities and undertake a careful search to find the most qualified individual for the positions. \n3.Support and evaluate the staff. The board ensures that the staff has the moral and professional support he or she needs to further the goals of the organization. \n4.Ensure effective planning. The Board must actively participate in an overall planning process and assist in implementing and monitoring the plan’s goals. \n5.Monitor and strengthen programs and services. The board’s responsibility is to determine which programs are consistent with the organization’s mission and monitor their effectiveness. \n6.Ensure adequate financial resources. One of the board’s foremost responsibilities is to secure adequate resources for the organization to fulfill its mission. \n7.Protect assets and provide proper financial oversight. The board must assist in developing the annual budget and ensuring that proper financial controls are in place. \n8.Build a competent board. All boards have a responsibility to articulate prerequisites for candidates\, orient new members\, and periodically and comprehensively evaluate their own performance. URL:https://ilagd.org/event/ilagd-board-meeting-43/ CATEGORIES:Board Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/ILAGD-color-coded-text1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261030T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261030T160000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20250331T234401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261107T173915Z UID:19991-1793347200-1793376000@ilagd.org SUMMARY:Chicago AGD Presents: Oral Medicine and Pathology for the Pediatric and Adult Patients DESCRIPTION:Oral Medicine and Pathology for the Pediatric and Adult Patients – Season Pass #2\nSummary:\nDate: Friday\, October 30\, 2026\nTime: 8am – 4pm (including lunch hour)\nLocation: Gibson’s Bar & Steakhouse @ Oak Brook\, IL\nSpeaker: Dr. Daniel Stoeckel\nCE Credits: 4 Lecture CE (430  pediatric) & 3 Lecture CE  (730 oral pathology)\nTuition: (Breakfast and Lunch Included)\nAGD Dentist: $225\nNon-AGD Dentist: $275\nHygienist or staff (AGD Dentist): $95\nHygienist or staff (Non-AGD Dentist): $115\nStudent/Resident: $20\nSpeaker’s Bio:\n Dr. Daniel Stoeckel received his dental degree from University of Iowa in 1997 and stayed to complete a certificate in Oral and Maxillofacial\nPathology and Master’s Degree in Stomatology in 2000. He completed his pediatric specialty residency at the University of Louisville in 2009. He is board dual certified in both Oral Pathology and Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Stoeckel is an associate professor in the Department of Pathology at Saint Louis University (SLU) School of Medicine. He is the director of the pediatric dental residency program at SLU and SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital. Dr. Stoeckel enjoys reading\, music\, family time\, and exercise. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse Objectives:\nUpon completion of the course the participants will: \n\nUnderstand the diagnosis and management of dental trauma in children and adolescents\nImprove their comfort level treating patients with selected special health care needs\nDevelop a differential diagnosis for oral lesions in pediatric and adult patients including mucositis\, soft tissue enlargements and bone lesions\n\nRegistration: \nScroll to the bottom to register for this course only. \nSponsored By:\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://wealthwave.com\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.ottawadentallab.com\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.henryschein.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://mcpheecoaching.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.oldnational.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.usa.philips.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.be-guided.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://medcoinstruments.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://corescientific.com/\n \n \n\n  URL:https://ilagd.org/event/chicago-agd-presents-6/ LOCATION:Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse\, 2105 Spring Road\, Oak Brook\, IL\, 60523\, United States CATEGORIES:ChicagoAGD ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/ChicagoAGD-color-coded-text1-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Alivia Cao":MAILTO:aliviacao531@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261016T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261017T170000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20250323T205825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T220812Z UID:19957-1792137600-1792256400@ilagd.org SUMMARY:ILAGD MASTERTRACK PRESENTS: Practical Clinical Periodontology for the General Dentist DESCRIPTION:Practical Clinical Periodontology for the General Dentist\nPresented by Dr. Timothy Hempton\nFriday-Saturday\, October 16-17\, 2026\nSpeaker:\n Dr. Timothy Hempton is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and also maintains a private practice Limited to Periodontics and Dental Implants in Dedham\, MA. Currently he is an Adjunct Associate Clinical Professor at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and a lecturer/clinical instructor for the GPR program at the Veterans Affairs hospital in Boston\, MA. Dr. Hempton previously served as the Director of the postdoctoral program in Periodontology at Tufts University and prior to his appointment at Tufts was a clinical instructor at Harvard School of Dental Medicine in the department of Oral Medicine. \n\n\n\nCourse Description:\nAs most patients want to save their teeth\, effective practitioners must possess a strong foundation in both basic periodontal principles and evidence based periodontal management. In the context of the updated periodontal diagnosis and classification system\, this program will discuss clinical findings\, radiographic indications\, and medical history to determine a realistic prognosis with treatment. Nonsurgical and surgical periodontal management\, appropriate case selection and long-term maintenance will be reviewed. The program will provide in depth descriptions of non-surgical and surgical techniques\, stress the rationale for providing therapy\, and review wound healing/post-operative instructions.\nTherapeutic topics covered will include SRP techniques/ instrumentation\, management of mucogingival deformities\, flap design for surgical access\, and selection of bone graft/ barrier membrane materials utilized for regeneration. In addition\, soft tissue and bone resective techniques utilized in functional crown lengthening\, esthetic crown lengthening\, and surgical pocket reduction will be described and discussed. \nCourse Objectives:\nFollowing this presentation\, dentists will: \n1. Determine a realistic prognosis utilizing the 2018 Diagnosis/ Periodontal Classification system\n2. Review techniques and assess medications utilized in non-surgical therapy\n3. Achieve predictable management of mucogingival deformities (treatment of Gingival Recession)\n4. Identify bone defect morphology amenable to successful periodontal regeneration\n5. Utilizing a hands-on workshop\, learn techniques for functional and esthetic crown lengthening. \nDental supplies needed: surgical loupes \nWho Should Attend?\nThese hands-on programs were created for AGD Fellows aspiring to be AGD Masters\, but we’ve discovered that they may benefit all dentists\, from new graduates to seasoned practitioners. \nCE Credit:\n16 hours of participation credit for those who attend the 2 days of lecture and hands-on. 34 total hours of participation credit to those who attend the 2 days of lecture and hands-on\, complete the assigned protocol in their office\, and return to document the protocol assignment. \nWhen:\nFriday & Saturday\, October 16-17\, 2026 \n8:00AM – 12:00PM Lecture and/or Hands on \n12:00PM – 1:00PM Lunch \n1:00PM – 5:00PM Lecture and/or Hands-on \nProgram Site:\nGC America Inc \n3737 W 127th St\, \nAlsip\, IL 60803 708-371-7300 \nPrice:\nThe total tuition for Premasters for this course\, which includes the reporting session is $1075.00. MAGD’s receive a $100.00 discount and pay $975.00. Non-AGD member is $1175.00. Tuition includes continental breakfast and lunch Friday & Saturday\, and a banquet on Friday evening at 5:30PM. Please indicate on your registration whether you will be attending the banquet. Thank you. Friday night dinner is at Zachary’s Grill Located in: Westgate Valley Commons Address: 13415 S Ridgeland Ave\, Palos Heights\, IL 60463 Time: 5:30pm A shuttle can be arranged to Zachary’s Grill if needed with notice. \n Hotel Information:\nDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chicago-Alsip Address: 5000 W 127th St\, Alsip\, IL 60803 Phone: 800-222-8733 Rate: $139+ Tax \nShuttle from Midway Airport to the Hotel; 10 miles approximately 30 minutes. Reservations can be made online at www.ChicagoAlsip.DoubleTree.com\, or by calling 800-222-8733\, and referencing GD8 to obtain the discounted rate of $139 plus tax per room per night. Guests must make reservations by the cutoff date of 9/15/26  (When you go to the website-put in your dates and then click on Special Rates and put in GD8 and it will go right to your room with the correct rate of $139. If you have Hilton points be sure to login in first.)  *Guestroom reservations must be cancelled 48 hrs. prior to arrival or your credit card will be billed. \n**Dr. Gibbs can arrange a Shuttle for the doctors from the Hotel to GC America at 7:15 am Friday and 7:30 am Saturday. A shuttle can be arranged to take people back to the hotel as well and to dinner on Friday.  Please email Dr. Jessica Gibbs at ilagdMT@gmail.com if you will require Shuttle service \nGC America is 1.7 miles and approximately 8 minutes from the DoubleTree Hotel. \n Protocols-Note Protocols will be on Zoom until further notice.\nThe Illinois Academy of General Dentistry and the Wisconsin Academy of General Dentistry are pleased to present this program leading to Mastership certification in the Academy. To complete the Mastership Program\, candidates must enroll for 600 hours of continuing education\, 400 of which must be of participatory nature. \nProtocol Reporting Session via Zoom\nPlease RSVP to Dr. Jessica Gibbs at jessicagibbs@gmail.com by October 1\, 2026 to present protocol reports on Thursday\, October 15\, 2026 at 6:00pm.\nA Zoom link will be emailed to you. \n\nNEW DENTISTS!!! Two (2) full Scholarships will be made available at each program to AGD member dentists who have graduated less than 3 years ago! For more information contact: Dr. Jessica Gibbs at ilagdMT@gmail.com or Maureen Kugel @ mkugel.ilagd@gmail.com. \n  URL:https://ilagd.org/event/ilagd-mastertrack-presents-4/ LOCATION:GC America\, 3737 West 127th Street\, Alsip\, IL\, 60803\, United States CATEGORIES:Mastertrack ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/Mastertrack-color-coded-text.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261015T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261015T200000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20250415T224725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T180817Z UID:20052-1792087200-1792094400@ilagd.org SUMMARY:Protocol Presentations DESCRIPTION:MasterTrack protocols will be scheduled with the Mastertrack Directors by appointment during the week leading up to the next seminar course. \nAppointments may be conducted via Zoom or in person during the designated MasterTrack course lunch period. \nZoom Virtual Meeting/Webinar \nProtocol Presentations \n\nProtocol presentations offer attendees the opportunity to more than double their CE participation hours earned per program. Please RSVP with Dr. Jessica Gibbs if you plan to report on a protocol assignment from a previous Mastertrack session.\nAs an aspiring Master in the AGD\, it is both an honor and an obligation to be able to share your knowledge and experiences with others. There is no better format to improve those presentation skills than with the protocol reporting sessions available to those who have taken a PACE/CERP approved participation course. The objective of taking a participation course and then doing a protocol session is to (1) instruct the participant in the practical application of a skill(s)\, (2) for the participant to do that procedure(s) in his/her office\, and (3) to then show the protocol facilitator (and others presenting that day) how this procedure was done by you.  In short: See it done\, Do it in your office\, and Teach others by showing what you have done. You will learn the most from the “teach” part of this triad! So\, what is the best way to “teach”? Tell the “story” about the case/s. Yes\, from “once upon a time” to “happily ever after” with all that went on between the two. The method is the same. Deliver this story so that each member of the audience can share the experience simultaneously. Suggestions: Do a PowerPoint presentation\, with good photos to support the “story”\, handouts\, models (or photos of the models)\, and a literature search to support the case. Remember that the story is first\, the photos support it. Not the other way around!**Sit in on a protocol session and see how others present. Emulate a style you like; others will like it\, too. \n\nThis might be an outline to follow: \n1. Title to describe what the presentation is about \n2. Patient chief complaint \n3. Medical/ Dental/Social history \n4. Pre-operative dental charting. \n5. Established need for treatment: Diagnosis(s) \n6. Prognosis \n7. Treatment plan with objectives & rationale for treatment provided \n8. Photographs\, radiographs\, and models (if applicable) of the case prior to starting treatment. \n9. Photographs\, radiographs\, and models as the case progresses \n10. What went right; what went wrong. \n11. Post treatment photographs\, radiographs\, and documentation. \n12. What was learned from this case? What would you do differently next time? \n\nThink about this as if you are a member of the audience and would like to know everything about the case. You want to know about the patient\, the problems\, the treatment plan and how it was carried out\, the problems encountered and how they were solved (or not)\, the materials used\, the final result and how you would do the case if given another chance. You have information others need! Develop the skill to share it! Click Here for Frequently Asked Questions about our IL & WI Mastertrack Protocols Protocol presentations offer attendees to more than double their CE participation hours earned per program. \nFor more information or if you plan to present a protocol\, please contact Dr. Jessica Gibbs at jessicagibbs@gmail.com. URL:https://ilagd.org/event/protocol-presentations-14/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual meeting/Webinar\, United States CATEGORIES:Mastertrack ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/Mastertrack-color-coded-text.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260925T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260925T163000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20260407T230955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T200817Z UID:22129-1790325000-1790353800@ilagd.org SUMMARY:Northern ILAGD Presents: CEO Workshop: Understanding the Business of Dentistry & Building Financial Clarity DESCRIPTION:Northern Illinois Academy of General Dentistry Presents:\nCEO Workshop: Understanding the Business of Dentistry\n& Building Financial Clarity\nFeaturing:\nJustin Larson\, Founder and CEO of UpLevel Partners\nFriday\, September 25\, 2026\nNorthern Illinois University Rockford Convention Center\n8500 E. State St. Rockford\, IL 61108\nThe NIU Rockford Convention/Education Center is conveniently located off I90 W at State St. (one hour from O’Hare)\n*NIAGD room rate available at The Rockford Radisson\, 815-226-2100. Must be booked by 8/25/2026*\nCAN’T ATTEND A LIVE COURSE?\nWE ARE NOW OFFERING OUR COURSES ON ZOOM!\nNo recordings will be available at this time.\nPlease choose the ZOOM option in the registration section below. \nSpeaker Bio:\nJustin Larson is a dental practice administrator and the Founder and CEO of UpLevel Partners. He helps dental practice owners and leaders improve financial clarity and performance by connecting daily operations to profitability. He also co-leads a private dental practice alongside his wife\, a practicing dentist\, and shares these insights through speaking engagements\, study clubs\, and leadership workshops. \nCourse Information:\nA CEO-level\, interactive workshop designed to bring clarity to the business side of dentistry. While most dentists spend years mastering clinical excellence\, few receive formal education on the financial and operational systems that drive practice profitability\, cash flow\, and long-term value. Through practical\, real-world examples\, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how money flows through a dental practice—from production and insurance reimbursement to collections\, overhead\, and profit. We will explore how the practice business model influences daily operations\, financial performance\, and strategic decision-making while identifying the hidden profitability leaks that often go unnoticed.\nUsing KPI alignment\, benchmarking\, financial analysis\, and operational gap assessments\, attendees will learn how to interpret key financial reports\, evaluate the true impact of insurance participation and adjustments\, strengthen cash flow systems\, and focus on the metrics that matter most. Together\, we’ll separate financial fact from industry fiction and create a clear roadmap for improving profitability\, strengthening practice value\, and supporting intentional growth. \n  \nParticipants Will Learn How To:\n• Interpret and utilize key financial reports\, including the Profit & Loss Statement\, Balance Sheet\, and production and collection metrics.\n• Understand how insurance reimbursement\, contractual adjustments\, and fee schedules impact true revenue and profitability.\n• Identify gaps between production\, collections\, cash flow\, and profit.\n• Uncover operational and financial profit leaks that limit practice performance.\n• Evaluate accounts receivable systems and improve cash flow management.\n• Monitor and manage the key performance indicators that drive financial success.\n• Apply benchmarking and gap analysis to identify opportunities for improvement.\n• Develop practical strategies for overhead control\, budgeting\, supply management\, and annual fee analysis.\n• Make more informed business decisions that support sustainable profitability and long-term practice value.\nKey Takeaway\nParticipants will leave with greater financial clarity\, a stronger understanding of the business systems driving their practice\, and actionable strategies they can immediately implement to improve performance\, profitability\, and practice value. \nLearning Objectives:\nAt the completion of this course\, participants will leave with:\n• Financial Statement Confidence – A practical framework for interpreting Profit & Loss Statements\, Balance Sheets\, and production and collection reports to better understand practice performance.\n• Production-to-Profit Roadmap – A clear understanding of how production flows through the practice and how adjustments\, collections\, and overhead ultimately impact profitability.\n• Cash Flow & A/R Assessment Tools – Practical strategies for evaluating accounts receivable systems\, strengthening collection processes\, and improving cash flow management.\n• CEO KPI Scorecard – A framework of the key financial metrics and benchmarks every practice owner should consistently monitor to drive performance and accountability.\n• Profit Leak Action Plan – A structured approach for identifying financial and operational breakdowns that limit profitability\, along with actionable opportunities for immediate improvement. \n  \n  \nCE Credit:\n7 hours of lecture credit may be used towards FAGD\, MAGD\, or re-licensure for dentists and hygienists. \nWhen:\nSchedule \nFriday\, October 2\, 2026 \n8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Registration \n8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Lecture \n12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Lunch \n1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Lecture \nFor registration or further information: Jamie Petras\, NIAGD Executive Secretary 815-541-3795\nSend check\, made out to NIAGD\, to:\nStephen Petras\, DMD\, MAGD\, FICOI\n120 W. Front Avenue\nStockton\, IL 61085\nPhone: (815) 947-3700\nFax: (815) 947-9058\npetrasdmd@gmail.com\nFor credit card payment/registration or further information:\nJamie Petras\, NIAGD Executive Secretary 815-541-3795 \nREGISTRATION FORM Copy and send this form\, with a check made out to NIAGD\, to Dr. Petras. If paying with a credit card\, Jamie will register you over the phone.\nAGD                                Non-AGD\nDentist or first person                                             $225.00                         $275.00\nfrom office\nEach additional non-dentist staff member         $100.00\nDental Resident                                                        $50.00\nTotal Number Attending Live ________\nAttending via LIVE ZOOM ___________________\nAmount Enclosed _________________________\nSignature ________________________________\nPlease Print:\nName: ______________________________________\nAGD No. _______________________________\nAddress: _____________________________\nCity\, State\, Zip: _______________________________\nOffice Phone: _________________________________\nE-Mail Address: ______________________________ \n_______________________________________\nACKNOWLEDGEMENT\nPresenting a program of this nature is a group effort\, and would not be possible without the assistance of many individuals and companies. A complete listing of contributing companies will be available at the program site. URL:https://ilagd.org/event/northern-ilagd-presents-cbct/ LOCATION:Northern Illinois University Rockford Convention Center\, 8500 E. State Street\, Rockford\, IL\, 61108\, United States CATEGORIES:NIAGD ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/NIAGD-color-coded-text1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260924T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260924T200000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20250415T224504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T224504Z UID:20050-1790272800-1790280000@ilagd.org SUMMARY:Protocol Presentations DESCRIPTION:Protocol reporting will now be done virtually by pre-arranging with the Mastertrack directors. Please RSVP to Dr. Jessica Gibbs to present protocol reports on past Mastertrack Sessions or for more information at jessicagibbs@gmail.com. \nZoom Virtual Meeting/Webinar \nProtocol Presentations \n\nProtocol presentations offer attendees the opportunity to more than double their CE participation hours earned per program. Please RSVP with Dr. Jessica Gibbs if you plan to report on a protocol assignment from a previous Mastertrack session.\nAs an aspiring Master in the AGD\, it is both an honor and an obligation to be able to share your knowledge and experiences with others. There is no better format to improve those presentation skills than with the protocol reporting sessions available to those who have taken a PACE/CERP approved participation course. The objective of taking a participation course and then doing a protocol session is to (1) instruct the participant in the practical application of a skill(s)\, (2) for the participant to do that procedure(s) in his/her office\, and (3) to then show the protocol facilitator (and others presenting that day) how this procedure was done by you.  In short: See it done\, Do it in your office\, and Teach others by showing what you have done. You will learn the most from the “teach” part of this triad! So\, what is the best way to “teach”? Tell the “story” about the case/s. Yes\, from “once upon a time” to “happily ever after” with all that went on between the two. The method is the same. Deliver this story so that each member of the audience can share the experience simultaneously. Suggestions: Do a PowerPoint presentation\, with good photos to support the “story”\, handouts\, models (or photos of the models)\, and a literature search to support the case. Remember that the story is first\, the photos support it. Not the other way around!**Sit in on a protocol session and see how others present. Emulate a style you like; others will like it\, too. \n\nThis might be an outline to follow: \n1. Title to describe what the presentation is about \n2. Patient chief complaint \n3. Medical/ Dental/Social history \n4. Pre-operative dental charting. \n5. Established need for treatment: Diagnosis(s) \n6. Prognosis \n7. Treatment plan with objectives & rationale for treatment provided \n8. Photographs\, radiographs\, and models (if applicable) of the case prior to starting treatment. \n9. Photographs\, radiographs\, and models as the case progresses \n10. What went right; what went wrong. \n11. Post treatment photographs\, radiographs\, and documentation. \n12. What was learned from this case? What would you do differently next time? \n\nThink about this as if you are a member of the audience and would like to know everything about the case. You want to know about the patient\, the problems\, the treatment plan and how it was carried out\, the problems encountered and how they were solved (or not)\, the materials used\, the final result and how you would do the case if given another chance. You have information others need! Develop the skill to share it! Click Here for Frequently Asked Questions about our IL & WI Mastertrack Protocols Protocol presentations offer attendees to more than double their CE participation hours earned per program. \nFor more information or if you plan to present a protocol\, please contact Dr. Jessica Gibbs at jessicagibbs@gmail.com. URL:https://ilagd.org/event/protocol-presentations-13/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual meeting/Webinar\, United States CATEGORIES:Mastertrack ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/Mastertrack-color-coded-text.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260917T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260917T170000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20260917T191734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T191752Z UID:22542-1789632000-1789664400@ilagd.org SUMMARY:Northern ILAGD Presents: Fixed Prosthodontics DESCRIPTION:Northern Illinois Academy of General Dentistry Presents:\nFixed Prosthodontics – TBA\nFeaturing:\nFriday\, April 2\, 2027\nNorthern Illinois University Rockford Convention Center\n8500 E. State St. Rockford\, IL 61108\nThe NIU Rockford Convention/Education Center is conveniently located off I90 W at State St. (one hour from O’Hare)\n*NIAGD room rate available at The Rockford Radisson\, 815-226-2100. Must be booked by 8/25/2026*\nCAN’T ATTEND A LIVE COURSE?\nWE ARE NOW OFFERING OUR COURSES ON ZOOM!\nNo recordings will be available at this time.\nPlease choose the ZOOM option in the registration section below. \nSpeaker Bio:\n  \nCourse Information:\n  \n  \nParticipants Will Learn How To:\nKey Takeaway \nLearning Objectives:\n  \nCE Credit:\n7 hours of lecture credit may be used towards FAGD\, MAGD\, or re-licensure for dentists and hygienists. \nWhen:\nSchedule \nFriday\, April 2\, 2027 \n8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Registration \n8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Lecture \n12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Lunch \n1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Lecture \nFor registration or further information: Jamie Petras\, NIAGD Executive Secretary 815-541-3795\nSend check\, made out to NIAGD\, to:\nStephen Petras\, DMD\, MAGD\, FICOI\n120 W. Front Avenue\nStockton\, IL 61085\nPhone: (815) 947-3700\nFax: (815) 947-9058\npetrasdmd@gmail.com\nFor credit card payment/registration or further information:\nJamie Petras\, NIAGD Executive Secretary 815-541-3795 \nREGISTRATION FORM Copy and send this form\, with a check made out to NIAGD\, to Dr. Petras. If paying with a credit card\, Jamie will register you over the phone.\nAGD                                Non-AGD\nDentist or first person                                             $225.00                         $275.00\nfrom office\nEach additional non-dentist staff member         $100.00\nDental Resident                                                        $50.00\nTotal Number Attending Live ________\nAttending via LIVE ZOOM ___________________\nAmount Enclosed _________________________\nSignature ________________________________\nPlease Print:\nName: ______________________________________\nAGD No. _______________________________\nAddress: _____________________________\nCity\, State\, Zip: _______________________________\nOffice Phone: _________________________________\nE-Mail Address: ______________________________ \n_______________________________________\nACKNOWLEDGEMENT\nPresenting a program of this nature is a group effort\, and would not be possible without the assistance of many individuals and companies. A complete listing of contributing companies will be available at the program site. \n  URL:https://ilagd.org/event/northern-ilagd-presents-fixed-prosthodontics/ CATEGORIES:NIAGD ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/NIAGD-color-coded-text1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260911T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260911T193000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20260407T230335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T230347Z UID:22127-1789144200-1789155000@ilagd.org SUMMARY:ILAGD Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:ILAGD Board Meeting:\nThe Illinois Academy of General Dentistry Board of Directors \nThe Illinois Academy is incorporated in the State of Illinois as a not-for-profit organization. \nThe IL AGD Board of Trustees is mandated to meet twice a year\, but normally meets four times a year. The purpose of the Academy is to serve the needs\, to represent the interests\, and to foster \nthe continued proficiency of the general dentist through quality continuing education in order to better serve and promote the oral health of the public. \nThe IL AGD Board of Trustees is composed of dentist member volunteers that are committed to the mission and vision of the AGD.  The Board of Trustees are charged to: \n1.Determine the mission and purpose of the organization. It is the board’s responsibility to create and review the statement of mission and purpose that articulates the organization’s goals and means. \n2.Select the organization’s support staff. The Board must reach consensus on the staff’s responsibilities and undertake a careful search to find the most qualified individual for the positions. \n3.Support and evaluate the staff. The board ensures that the staff has the moral and professional support he or she needs to further the goals of the organization. \n4.Ensure effective planning. The Board must actively participate in an overall planning process and assist in implementing and monitoring the plan’s goals. \n5.Monitor and strengthen programs and services. The board’s responsibility is to determine which programs are consistent with the organization’s mission and monitor their effectiveness. \n6.Ensure adequate financial resources. One of the board’s foremost responsibilities is to secure adequate resources for the organization to fulfill its mission. \n7.Protect assets and provide proper financial oversight. The board must assist in developing the annual budget and ensuring that proper financial controls are in place. \n8.Build a competent board. All boards have a responsibility to articulate prerequisites for candidates\, orient new members\, and periodically and comprehensively evaluate their own performance. URL:https://ilagd.org/event/ilagd-board-meeting-39/ CATEGORIES:Board Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260911T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260911T160000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20250331T234242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260920T231311Z UID:19989-1789113600-1789142400@ilagd.org SUMMARY:Chicago AGD Presents: Root to Restoration: Restoratively-Driven Endodontics for Long-Term Restorative Success DESCRIPTION:Root to Restoration: Restoratively-Driven Endodontics for Long-Term Restorative Success\nSeminar Series #1\n(with engaged learning demonstration)\nSummary:\nDate: Friday\, September 11\, 2026\nTime: 8am – 4pm (including lunch hour)\nLocation: Gibson’s Bar & Steakhouse @ Oak Brook\, IL\nSpeaker: Dr. Stephanie Tran\nCE Credits: 4 CE Lecture credits & 3 CE participation credits\nTuition: (Breakfast and Lunch Included)\nAGD Dentist: $450\nNon-AGD Dentist: $550\nHygienist or staff (AGD Dentist): $115\nHygienist or staff (Non-AGD Dentist): $125\nStudent/Resident: $20\nSpeaker’s Bio:\n Dr. Stephanie Tran is an endodontist who is passionate about endodontic education and helping patients relieve their dental pain while helping them maintain their teeth. Born in Connecticut and raised in California\, Dr. Tran completed her undergraduate studies at the University of the Pacific and went on to receive her D.D.S. at the University of the Pacific\, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco\, California. To further her education by completing a General Practice Residency program at SUNY Stony Brook University Medical Center\, where she became experienced in managing advanced dental cases\, trauma\, and complex surgeries. \nAfter several years building her comprehensive dentistry background as a general dentist\, Dr. Tran decided to pursue her passion for endodontics. She completed her endodontics specialty residency at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. She is an experienced clinician who is trained in contemporary advanced endodontic techniques\, microscopic surgical and nonsurgical endodontic\ntreatment\, and management of traumatic injuries. Dr. Tran provides endodontic treatment for both adults and pediatric patients in private practice\, serving the New York City and Long Island\, NY regions. She is also passionate about endodontic education and lectures both nationally and internationally to share her enthusiasm for endodontics with other clinicians along with posting on her social media @her_holiness_the_pulp. In her free time\, Dr. Tran enjoys traveling\, snorkeling\, exploring NYC’s many restaurants and\nmuseums\, cooking\, and going to the beach with her dog. \nCourse Objectives:\nWith technological advancements and a growing body of scientific evidence\, endodontics has evolved beyond simply cleaning and filling root canals. There is now a clear recognition that the preservation of natural tooth structure is critical—not only for endodontic success but also for long-term restorative viability. \nJoin Dr. Stephanie Tran\, endodontist and international speaker\, for an in-depth exploration of restoratively-driven endodontics. This lecture will present evidence-based strategies that integrate endodontic treatment with restorative planning from the outset\, ensuring teeth are treated with the end in mind. Through clinical case examples\, diagnostic considerations\, and minimally invasive techniques\, Dr. Tran will demonstrate how a biologically respectful and restoratively conscious approach can enhance both structural integrity and esthetic outcomes. \n  \n  \nIn this lecture you will learn: \n\nUnderstand the conservative approach for restoratively-driven access design and instrumentation\nComplimenting the use of the radiographs with CBCT for precise anatomical planning and execution\nLearn how to use contemporary minimally invasive instrumentation for conservative cleaning and shaping\nApply bioceramic and modern technology into root canal obturation techniques\nUnderstand modern conservative restorative considerations for endodontically treated teeth\n\nRegistration: \nScroll to the bottom to register for this course only. \nSponsored By:\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://allpracticesolutions.com\n \n \n \n \n \n https://relevanceonlinemarketing.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://wealthwave.com\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.ottawadentallab.com\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.garfieldrefining.com\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.henryschein.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://mcpheecoaching.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.oldnational.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.usa.philips.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.be-guided.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://atlasanesthesia.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://shop.brasselerusa.com\n \n \n\n  URL:https://ilagd.org/event/chicago-agd-presents-5/ LOCATION:Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse\, 2105 Spring Road\, Oak Brook\, IL\, 60523\, United States CATEGORIES:ChicagoAGD ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/ChicagoAGD-color-coded-text1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260801T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260911T170000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20260429T001652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T174738Z UID:21874-1785571200-1789146000@ilagd.org SUMMARY:CHICAGO AGD SEMINAR SERIES 2026-27 DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Chicago AGD Seminar Series 2026-27!\nYou can purchase the Chicago AGD Season Pass 2026-2027 at the bottom of this page…  \nWelcome to the Chicago chapter of the Illinois Academy of General Dentistry (CAGD)! As a vital branch of the Illinois AGD\, we are dedicated to providing educational value\, camaraderie\, and meaningful relationships with our speakers\, attendees\, and sponsoring partners through our curated Chicago AGD Seminar Series. Join us in this dynamic community dedicated to excellence in dental education and advancement. We provide 4 seminars each season (September 2026- May 2027) given by the best regional and national lecturers that we are excited to collaborate with. The content is driven by seminar attendees and geared towards the interests of general dentists. We have an incredible and diverse lineup of topics of great value that our memberships will provide to engage and expand the dental knowledge of our attendees. \nThe Seminar Series is held at Oak Brook\, a Chicago suburban community at a centrally located and beautiful venue – Gibsons Steakhouse – offering great food\, service\, and ease of interactions with attendees\, speakers\, and sponsors. \nHere at CAGD\, we are truly honored to have the steadfast support of our sponsor partners who share with us a common goal of empowering and uplifting dentists from their everyday dentistry to their future dental aspirations. Their ongoing commitment is the cornerstone of our success. It is through their generosity and collaboration that we are able to deliver the exceptional standard of education that has enriched our journey through the years. \nKindest regards\, \nDr. Alivia Cao \n2026-2027 Program Chair \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRoot to Restoration: Restoratively-Driven Endodontics for Long-Term Restorative Success\n(with engaged learning demonstration) – Season Pass #1\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker: Dr. Stephanie Tran\nWhen: September 11\, 2026 (8am – 4pm) – 4 CE lecture credits\, 3 CE participation credits \nLocation: Gibson’s Bar & Steakhouse in Oak Brook \nIn this lecture\, participants will learn:\n•Understand the conservative approach for restoratively-driven access design and instrumentation\n•Complimenting the use of the radiographs with CBCT for precise anatomical planning and execution\n•Learn how to use contemporary minimally invasive instrumentation for conservative cleaning and shaping\n•Apply bioceramic and modern technology into root canal obturation techniques\n•Understand modern conservative restorative considerations for endodontically treated teeth \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here if you’d like to register for this course “a la carte” \nOR Scroll to the bottom to register for the Season Pass \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOral Medicine and Pathology for the Pediatric and Adult Patients – Season Pass #2\nSpeaker: Dr. Daniel Stoeckel \nWhen: October 30\, 2026 (8 am – 3:30pm) – 7 Hours Lecture (4 CE Pediatrics & 3 Oral Pathology)\nLocation: Gibson’s Bar & Steakhouse in Oak Brook \nAttendees will learn: \n\nUnderstand the diagnosis and management of dental trauma in children and adolescents\nImprove their comfort level treating patients with selected special health care needs\nDevelop a differential diagnosis for oral lesions in pediatric and adult patients including mucositis\, soft tissue enlargements and bone lesions\n\n  \nClick here if you’d like to register for this course “a la carte”. \nOR Scroll to the bottom to register for the Season Pass \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Science of Dental Prescribing and Pharmacotherapeutics – From Pharmacokinetics to Clinical Decision-Making– Season Pass #3\n\n\n\nSpeaker: Dr. Steve Shufflebarger \nWhen: March 5\, 2027 (8 am – 5pm) – 8 Hours Lecture \nLocation: Gibson’s Bar & Steakhouse in Oak Brook \nCourse Objectives: \nThis course provides a comprehensive review of essential pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic principles that form the scientific foundation for rational analgesic and anti-inflammatory prescribing in dentistry. In-depth coverage includes opioid and non-opioid analgesics\, antibiotics\, and both steroidal and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. The course also examines current scientific evidence surrounding recently FDA-approved analgesics with atypical mechanisms of action. \nIn addition\, select non–first-line drug classes commonly prescribed by physicians for pain management will be reviewed to enhance dental practitioners’ clinical decision-making and interdisciplinary understanding. \nSpecial attention is given to substance misuse and abuse\, and how these challenges influence patient care and interprofessional collaboration. Local anesthetics are emphasized as both a cornerstone of pain control and a definitive means of addressing the underlying etiology of dental pain. \nAdditional topics include dependence\, tolerance\, and addiction\, as well as evolving educational\, legal\, and regulatory prescribing frameworks. Participants will gain practical\, evidence-based strategies to improve prescribing practices\, enhance patient safety\, and optimize clinical outcomes. \nThis course content fulfills DEA MATE training requirements (8 hours) and satisfies most state opioid prescriber education requirements. \nClick here if you only want to register for this course “a la carte”. \n\n\n\nOR Scroll to the bottom to register for the Season Pass \n\n\n\n\nProsthodontics Review: Simple to Complex relevant to Today’s Dentistry – Season Pass #4\nSpeaker: Dr. Augusto Saldarriaga \nWhen: May 8\, 2027 (8 am – 4pm) – 7 Hours Lecture (4 Operative & 3 Removable Prosthodontics) \n\n\n\nLocation: Gibson’s Bar & Steakhouse in Oak Brook \n  \n  \nCourse Objectives: More Information Coming Soon! \nClick here if you only want to register for this course “a la carte”. \nOR Scroll to the bottom to register for the Season Pass \n\nRegistration:\n\n Online registration is open now\, select your tickets at the bottom of the page and “Add to Cart” \nTuition for single courses “a la carte”: (Breakfast and Lunch Included) \nTo register for the single course only\, scroll up and click 1 of the 4 courses above. \nOR \nTo register for the Season Pass\, scroll to the bottom and select your ticket. \nAll 4 Programs – Season Pass AGD members ONLY $800 \nAll 4 Programs – Season Pass NON-AGD members ONLY $1000 \n\n\n\n\n\n$30 fee for late registration (within 7 days of the course) or on -site registration. \nAny cancellation on or after day of course will not be refunded. \nFor questions or more information please contact:\nDr. Alivia Cao\n2026-2027 Education Program Course Director\nChicago Component of the Illinois Academy of General Dentistry \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://relevanceonlinemarketing.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://allpracticesolutions.com\n \n \n \n \n \n https://wealthwave.com\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.garfieldrefining.com\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.ottawadentallab.com\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.henryschein.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.be-guided.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://mcpheecoaching.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.usa.philips.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.oldnational.com/\n \n \n \n\n  \n\n  URL:https://ilagd.org/event/chicago-agd-seminar-series-2026-27/ LOCATION:Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse\, 2105 Spring Road\, Oak Brook\, IL\, 60523\, United States CATEGORIES:ChicagoAGD ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/ChicagoAGD-color-coded-text1-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Alivia Cao":MAILTO:aliviacao531@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260624T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260627T170000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20260407T232625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T232704Z UID:22136-1782288000-1782579600@ilagd.org SUMMARY:AGD Scientific Session DESCRIPTION:AGD2026\n \nWednesday\, June 24 – Saturday\, June 27\, 2026\nCaesars Palace\n3570 South Las Vegas Boulevard\nLas Vegas\, NV 89109 \nNetwork with colleagues\, students\, and dental team members at the premier meeting for general dentistry. AGD’s annual scientific session has earned a reputation for having some of the finest dental continuing education in the world. From advanced hands-on education to clinical and practice management lectures in an innovative one-hour lecture format\, all of the CE earned at an AGD meeting can be applied to the AGD Fellowship and Mastership awards. \nFor more information – click here URL:https://ilagd.org/event/agd-scientific-session-4/ CATEGORIES:External Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/ILAGD-color-coded-text1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260612T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260613T170000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20260407T230005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T224735Z UID:22124-1781251200-1781370000@ilagd.org SUMMARY:Central ILAGD Presents:Dental Diagnosis and Treatment for the Older Adult and In-Office Emergencies That Can Occur with The Medically-Compromised Older Adult DESCRIPTION:SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF DENTAL MEDICINE\n&\nTHE CENTRAL ILLINOIS ACADEMY OF GENERAL DENTISTRY\nPresents: \nDental Diagnosis and Treatment for\nthe Older Adult and In-Office\nEmergencies That Can Occur with\nThe Medically-Compromised Older\nAdult\nPresented by Dr. Larry Williams\nFriday\, June 12\, 2026\n(Virtual and In-person for\nFriday’s Lecture)\nSaturday\, June 13 2026 (Hands-on In person only)\nAbout the Speaker\n \nDr. Larry N. Williams\nFrom 1978 to 1982\, Dr. Williams attended the University of Tennessee College of Dental Medicine. From 1982 to to 2012\, Dr. Williams spent 30 years in the U.S. Navy where he provided dental care worldwide as a member of the Navy Dental Corps. During this time \, he completed two residency programs and served in many positions such as the AEGD Dental Director\, Public Health Emergency Officer for FEMA Region 5\, as well as various faculty positions at both medical and dental schools. He also taught a substance abuse and addiction curriculum for the Navy and\nother national and local programs. In 2012\, Dr. Williams joined the faculty at Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine -Illinois\, where he was recently promoted as Professor. Dr. Williams teaches preclinical education for year one and two dental students. He continues to provide continuing education which includes geriatric dentistry\, poly pharmacy\, office emergencies\, pain control\, anesthesia and tobacco/vaping/cannabis. His research includes areas of public health which include anxiety\, depression\, disability and aging with a focus on the impact that\nthese topics have on the practice of dentistry. Dr. Williams has a Masters Degree in Public Health\, an AGD Mastership award and is boarded in the American Board of General Dentistry. He is a member of the ADA\, AGD\, SRNT\, APHA\, AGD and the AAPHD. He has been awarded fellowship in the ACD\, PFA\, ICD and ADI. \nCourse:\nDay One – This lecture will review dentistry for the older adult which includes diagnosis\, treatment planning and delivery\, clinical treatment issues and medical problems. Also\nincluded will be patient intake and potential emergencies in the dental office for the older medically compromised adult with a short hands -on portion. \nDay 2 – will be additional lecture topics on dentistry for the older adult and a hands-on to include prevention and restorative procedures and materials for providing dentistry for this population. \nCourse Objectives:\n\nDevelop knowledge of treatment concerns which impact oral healthcare treatment planning for the older adult patient.\nBetter understand evidence-based oral health options for the older adult\, especially those who are medically compromised.\nDiscuss various treatment options for different problems facing geriatric patients.\nUtilize procedures and materials which can be of benefit in the treatment of the older adult dental patient.\n\nSupplies: For the hands-on session please bring magnification eyewear; Highspeed handpiece to connect with 4-hole adaptor hose; Low speed with latch attachment.\nAlso\, hand instruments: large and small spoon excavators\, plastic instruments and other favorite composite instruments as well as #6 and # 8 latch attachment slow speed burrs. Carious extracted teeth. \nCE Credits:\n(towards AGD Fellowship or Mastership) \nEmail: bish887@aol.com for information \nPROTOCAL ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE AVAILABLE THROUGH THE ILLINOIS AGD. \nProtocol Reporting Session\nThursday\, June 11\, 2026 at 5:30 PM\nVirtual Session via Zoom\nCall 309-657-3008 or Email\nbish887@aol.com for reservations and zoom link.\nIf you are participating in the Friday session virtually and have not received the ZOOM link on 6/11/26 please contact Dr. Bishop at bish887@aol.com. \nWhen & Where:\nFriday\, June 12\, 2026\n(Virtual and In-person for Friday’s Lecture)\nSaturday\, June 13\, 2026\n(Saturday Hands-on In Person Only) \nSouthern Illinois University \nSchool of Dental Medicine \nCourse Schedule: \nFRIDAY\, June 12\, 2026 (Lecture: Zoom and In-person)\n7:45 am Registration\n8:00 am – 10:30 am Lecture in Hoag Hall Auditorium (Bldg. 283)\n10:30 am – 10:45 am Break and Discuss\n12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Lunch and Learn with the students\n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Lecture in Hoag Hall Auditorium (Bldg. 283)\n3:00 pm – 3:15 pm Break and Discuss\n3:15 pm – 5:00 pm Lecture in Hoag Hall Auditorium (Bldg. 283) \nSATURDAY\, June 13\, 2026 (Hands-On: In Person only)\n7:45 am Registration\n8:00 am – 12:00 pm Hands-on\n12:00 pm – 12:30 pm Lunch & Discuss\n12:30 pm – 4:30 pm Hands-on \nPARKING: Available behind Hoag Hall. No permit is necessary. Do not park in clinic lot. You will be ticketed. \nDEADLINE:\nJune  9\, 2026\nMay register for lecture only on 6/13/26\n6/14/26 Hands-on Participation has limited space available \nHotel Reservations based on availability. Identify yourself as attending the Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine AGD Programs. Only necessary for Thursday if attending Friday in-person rather than ZOOM. \nGreat Rivers Hotel\n3559 College Avenue\nAlton\, Illinois 62002\n(618) 462-1220\nDirections: Take 55 North or South to the Alton\nExit #30\, Route 140. (140 becomes College Avenue) \nPAYMENT\nReturn the completed registration form and check made out to CIAGD to: \nDr. Susan Bishop\n7314 N. Edgewild Dr.\nPeoria\, IL 61614 \nFor information call:\nDr. Susan Bishop\n(309) 692-1796 or e-mail at\nbish887@aol.com \nVirtual Session via Zoom Call 309-692-1796 or Email bish887@aol.com for reservations and zoom link. \nIf you are participating in the Friday session virtually and have not received the ZOOM link on 6/10/26 please contact Dr. Bishop at bish887@aol.com. \nPresenting a program of this nature is a group effort and would not be possible without the assistance of many individuals and companies. A complete listing of contributing companies will be available at the program site. \nRegistration:\n  \n                                                                    AGD/ADA/Public Health      NON-AGD/ADA \nDentist: 2 day participation course               $695                                      $795\n(limit 30 participants on 6/13/26\nDentist 6/12/26 Lecture only                         $285                                      $335\nStaff (non-dentist) per day                             $50                                         $75\n(must be accompanied by dentist)\nSIU Instructors/Students 6/12/26                   N/C                                     $10*\nLecture only and 6/13/26 observation only.\nEveryone must be registered for seminar.\n(Observation will be permitted at participation course (includes faculty/students) if course limit is\nreached\, but costs and attendee numbers must be approved by the course master.)\nLunch is included in all day seminar cost.\n*Includes 1 year AGD student membership\nNon-Members: Join in AGD and receive seminar at AGD member cost. \nReturn by 6/09/26 (Limited attendance for second day on 6/13/26) \nRefunds are available for courses\, minus $50 processing fee\, will be granted if requested at least ten days prior to the start of the course      \nAnother fine program brought to you by the CIAGD \n\nNEXT  CIAGD/SIUSDM SEMINAR:  ~ November 20-21\, 2026 Speaker Karen Baker: Pharmacology & Dr. Poonam Jain\, Composites\, Glass Ion \n  URL:https://ilagd.org/event/central-ilagd-presents-tba/ LOCATION:SIUSDM – Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine – Hoag Hall\, 1798 Annex St\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States CATEGORIES:CIAGD ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/CIAGD-color-coded-text.png ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Susan Bishop":MAILTO:bish877@aol.com GEO:38.9040066;-90.1426526 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=SIUSDM – Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine – Hoag Hall 1798 Annex St Alton IL 62002 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1798 Annex St:geo:-90.1426526,38.9040066 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260515T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T170000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20250323T205342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T213249Z UID:19952-1778832000-1778950800@ilagd.org SUMMARY:ILAGD MASTERTRACK PRESENTS: Removable Prosthodontics: From Fundamentals to Future Innovations DESCRIPTION:Removable Prosthodontics: From Fundamentals to Future Innovations\nPresented by\nRoya Zandparsa\, DDS\, CAGS\, MSc\, DMD\, FICD\nFriday-Saturday\, May 15-16\, 2026\nSpeaker:\n Dr. Roya Zandparsa serves as an Associate Dean of Admissions and Clinical Professor at the Department of Restorative Sciences & Biomaterials at Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Zandparsa is a lecturer at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and Harvard School of Dental Medicine\, the Chief Innovation & Development Officer at QDP Organization\, the Director of the Qualitas Training Center\, the Founder & CEO of Expert Dental Advisory\, the President of the American Association of Women Dentists (AAWD)\, the Past President of the American Academy of Dental Science\, a Fellow of the International College of Dentistry and a member of InnoTech Precision Medicine Medical and Scientific Advisory Board.\nDr. Zandparsa received her DMD from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine\, a Master of Science in Biomaterials & Biomimetics\, and a Certificate in Prosthodontics from New York University Graduate School of Arts and Science and New York University College of Dentistry\, respectively. She completed fellowships in Implant Dentistry at Harvard University School of Dental Medicine\, Academic Leadership through the American Dental Education Association (ADEA) Leadership Institute\, and holds additional certificates in Advanced Surgical Implant Dentistry\, Entrepreneurship from Harvard Business School (HBSx)\, and Innovation Processes from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MITx).\nDr. Zandparsa has received numerous awards during her academic career for outstanding scholarship and clinical work\, excellence in clinical teaching\, and exemplary leadership. She has made significant contributions to research in various fields\, resulting in numerous published articles and book chapters. She is also a prominent dental speaker\, frequently lecturing and presenting at national and international conferences. Additionally\, she reviews manuscripts for several scientific journals and actively participates in multiple dental organizations. Her expertise as an educational consultant for various dental companies has established her as a highly sought-after consultant within the dental industry. \nCourse Description:\nThis two-day course provides a complete overview of removable prosthodontics\, from foundational principles to cutting-edge technologies that are transforming clinical practice. Although removable prostheses have been available for decades\, many practices underutilize this important treatment option. This course is designed to refresh fundamental knowledge while introducing modern digital workflows and innovative techniques that enhance precision\, esthetics\, and efficiency. \nParticipants will learn a step-by-step approach to diagnosis\, treatment planning\, and execution of removable prosthodontic cases from conventional to implant-assisted designs. The program will combine lectures\, case discussions\, and hands-on sessions to ensure participants can apply what they learn directly in clinical settings. \nTopics include:\nComprehensive diagnosis and treatment planning\nIndications\, advantages\, and limitations of removable prostheses\nClassification systems and design principles\nSurveying\, path of insertion\, and laboratory communication\nTroubleshooting and problem-solving in clinical and laboratory phases\nIncorporating implants and attachments in removable designs\nDigital innovations: intraoral scanning\, digital design\, and 3D printing for removable prostheses\nParticipants will also engage in practical\, hands-on exercises focusing on implant- and tooth-supported RPDs\, the use of attachments\, and integration of digital technologies for design and fabrication. \nCourse Objectives:\nAt the conclusion of this program\, participants will be able to:\n• Develop comprehensive treatment plans for removable prosthodontic cases\n• Identify and manage factors influencing prosthesis design and patient satisfaction\n• Understand patient selection and communication for successful outcomes\n• Evaluate and select attachment systems for implant- and tooth-supported RPDs\n• Integrate digital tools to enhance accuracy\, workflow\, and patient experience\n• Recognize common complications and apply strategies for long-term success \nWho Should Attend?\nThese hands-on programs were created for AGD Fellows aspiring to be AGD Masters\, but we’ve discovered that they may benefit all dentists\, from new graduates to seasoned practitioners. \nCE Credit:\n16 hours of participation credit for those who attend the 2 days of lecture and hands-on. 34 total hours of participation credit to those who attend the 2 days of lecture and hands-on\, complete the assigned protocol in their office\, and return to document the protocol assignment. \nWhen:\nFriday & Saturday\, May 15-16\, 2026 \n8:00AM – 12:00PM Lecture and/or Hands on \n12:00PM – 1:00PM Lunch \n1:00PM – 5:00PM Lecture and/or Hands-on \nProgram Site:\nGC America Inc \n3737 W 127th St\, \nAlsip\, IL 60803 708-371-7300 \nPrice:\nThe total tuition for Premasters for this course\, which includes the reporting session is $1075. MAGD’s receive a $100.00 discount and pay $975. Non-AGD member is $1175. Tuition includes continental breakfast and lunch Friday & Saturday\, and a banquet on Friday evening at 5:30PM. Please indicate on your registration whether you will be attending the banquet. Thank you. Friday night dinner is at Zachary’s Grill Located in: Westgate Valley Commons Address: 13415 S Ridgeland Ave\, Palos Heights\, IL 60463 Time: 5:30pm A shuttle can be arranged to Zachary’s Grill if needed with notice. \n Hotel Information:\nDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chicago-Alsip Address: 5000 W 127th St\, Alsip\, IL 60803 Phone: 800-222-8733 Rate: $139+ Tax \nShuttle from Midway Airport to the Hotel; 10 miles approximately 30 minutes. Reservations can be made online at www.ChicagoAlsip.DoubleTree.com\, or by calling 800-222-8733\, and referencing GD2 to obtain the discounted rate of $139 plus tax per room per night. Guests must make reservations by the cutoff date of 4/16/26  (When you go to the website-put in your dates and then click on Special Rates and put in GD2 and it will go right to your room with the correct rate of $139. If you have Hilton points be sure to login in first.) *Guestroom reservations must be cancelled 48 hrs. prior to arrival or your credit card will be billed. \n**Dr. Gibbs can arrange a Shuttle for the doctors from the Hotel to GC America at 7:15 am Friday and 7:30 am Saturday. A shuttle can be arranged to take people back to the hotel as well and to dinner on Friday.  Please email Dr. Jessica Gibbs at jessicagibbs@gmail.com if you will require Shuttle service \nGC America is 1.7 miles and approximately 8 minutes from the DoubleTree Hotel. \n Protocols-Note Protocols will be on Zoom until further notice.\nThe Illinois Academy of General Dentistry and the Wisconsin Academy of General Dentistry are pleased to present this program leading to Mastership certification in the Academy. To complete the Mastership Program\, candidates must enroll for 600 hours of continuing education\, 400 of which must be of participatory nature. \nProtocol Reporting Session via Zoom\nPlease RSVP to Dr. Jessica Gibbs at jessicagibbs@gmail.com by May 1\, 2026 to present protocol reports on Thursday\, May 14\, 2026 at 6:00pm.\nA Zoom link will be emailed to you. \n\nNEW DENTISTS!!! Two (2) full Scholarships will be made available at each program to AGD member dentists who have graduated less than 3 years ago! For more information contact: Dr. Jessica Gibbs at jessicagibbs@gmail.com or Maureen Kugel @ mkugel.ilagd@gmail.com. \n  URL:https://ilagd.org/event/ilagd-mastertrack-presents-2/ LOCATION:GC America\, 3737 West 127th Street\, Alsip\, IL\, 60803\, United States CATEGORIES:Mastertrack ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/Mastertrack-color-coded-text.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260514T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260514T200000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20250415T224321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T224321Z UID:20048-1778781600-1778788800@ilagd.org SUMMARY:Protocol Presentations DESCRIPTION:Protocol reporting will now be done virtually by pre-arranging with the Mastertrack directors. Please RSVP to Dr. Jessica Gibbs to present protocol reports on past Mastertrack Sessions or for more information at jessicagibbs@gmail.com. \nZoom Virtual Meeting/Webinar \nProtocol Presentations \n\nProtocol presentations offer attendees the opportunity to more than double their CE participation hours earned per program. Please RSVP with Dr. Jessica Gibbs if you plan to report on a protocol assignment from a previous Mastertrack session.\nAs an aspiring Master in the AGD\, it is both an honor and an obligation to be able to share your knowledge and experiences with others. There is no better format to improve those presentation skills than with the protocol reporting sessions available to those who have taken a PACE/CERP approved participation course. The objective of taking a participation course and then doing a protocol session is to (1) instruct the participant in the practical application of a skill(s)\, (2) for the participant to do that procedure(s) in his/her office\, and (3) to then show the protocol facilitator (and others presenting that day) how this procedure was done by you.  In short: See it done\, Do it in your office\, and Teach others by showing what you have done. You will learn the most from the “teach” part of this triad! So\, what is the best way to “teach”? Tell the “story” about the case/s. Yes\, from “once upon a time” to “happily ever after” with all that went on between the two. The method is the same. Deliver this story so that each member of the audience can share the experience simultaneously. Suggestions: Do a PowerPoint presentation\, with good photos to support the “story”\, handouts\, models (or photos of the models)\, and a literature search to support the case. Remember that the story is first\, the photos support it. Not the other way around!**Sit in on a protocol session and see how others present. Emulate a style you like; others will like it\, too. \n\nThis might be an outline to follow: \n1. Title to describe what the presentation is about \n2. Patient chief complaint \n3. Medical/ Dental/Social history \n4. Pre-operative dental charting. \n5. Established need for treatment: Diagnosis(s) \n6. Prognosis \n7. Treatment plan with objectives & rationale for treatment provided \n8. Photographs\, radiographs\, and models (if applicable) of the case prior to starting treatment. \n9. Photographs\, radiographs\, and models as the case progresses \n10. What went right; what went wrong. \n11. Post treatment photographs\, radiographs\, and documentation. \n12. What was learned from this case? What would you do differently next time? \n\nThink about this as if you are a member of the audience and would like to know everything about the case. You want to know about the patient\, the problems\, the treatment plan and how it was carried out\, the problems encountered and how they were solved (or not)\, the materials used\, the final result and how you would do the case if given another chance. You have information others need! Develop the skill to share it! Click Here for Frequently Asked Questions about our IL & WI Mastertrack Protocols Protocol presentations offer attendees to more than double their CE participation hours earned per program. \nFor more information or if you plan to present a protocol\, please contact Dr. Jessica Gibbs at jessicagibbs@gmail.com. URL:https://ilagd.org/event/protocol-presentations-12/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual meeting/Webinar\, United States CATEGORIES:Mastertrack ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/Mastertrack-color-coded-text.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260501T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260501T193000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20260407T225158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T225213Z UID:22122-1777653000-1777663800@ilagd.org SUMMARY:ILAGD Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:ILAGD Board Meeting:\nThe Illinois Academy of General Dentistry Board of Directors \nThe Illinois Academy is incorporated in the State of Illinois as a not-for-profit organization. \nThe IL AGD Board of Trustees is mandated to meet twice a year\, but normally meets four times a year. The purpose of the Academy is to serve the needs\, to represent the interests\, and to foster \nthe continued proficiency of the general dentist through quality continuing education in order to better serve and promote the oral health of the public. \nThe IL AGD Board of Trustees is composed of dentist member volunteers that are committed to the mission and vision of the AGD.  The Board of Trustees are charged to: \n1.Determine the mission and purpose of the organization. It is the board’s responsibility to create and review the statement of mission and purpose that articulates the organization’s goals and means. \n2.Select the organization’s support staff. The Board must reach consensus on the staff’s responsibilities and undertake a careful search to find the most qualified individual for the positions. \n3.Support and evaluate the staff. The board ensures that the staff has the moral and professional support he or she needs to further the goals of the organization. \n4.Ensure effective planning. The Board must actively participate in an overall planning process and assist in implementing and monitoring the plan’s goals. \n5.Monitor and strengthen programs and services. The board’s responsibility is to determine which programs are consistent with the organization’s mission and monitor their effectiveness. \n6.Ensure adequate financial resources. One of the board’s foremost responsibilities is to secure adequate resources for the organization to fulfill its mission. \n7.Protect assets and provide proper financial oversight. The board must assist in developing the annual budget and ensuring that proper financial controls are in place. \n8.Build a competent board. All boards have a responsibility to articulate prerequisites for candidates\, orient new members\, and periodically and comprehensively evaluate their own performance. URL:https://ilagd.org/event/ilagd-board-meeting-38/ CATEGORIES:Board Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260501T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260501T160000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20250401T001922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T174751Z UID:20005-1777622400-1777651200@ilagd.org SUMMARY:Chicago AGD Presents: Demystifying Hard and Soft Tissue Grafting DESCRIPTION:Demystifying Hard and Soft Tissue Grafting – Season Pass #4\nLive clinical training session \nSummary:\nDate: Friday\, May 1\, 2026\nTime: 8am – 4pm (including lunch hour)\nLocation: Gibson’s Bar & Steakhouse @ Oak Brook\, IL\nSpeaker: Dr. Saurabh Kamat\nCE Credits: 4 CE Lecture & 3 CE Hands-on of Code 490\nTuition: (Breakfast and Lunch Included)\nAGD Dentist: $450\nNon-AGD Dentist: $550\nHygienist or staff (AGD Dentist): $95\nHygienist or staff (Non-AGD Dentist): $115\nStudent/Resident: $20\nSpeaker’s Bio:\n \nDr Saurabh Kamat is intensely passionate about Implantology and guided Bone regeneration. He graduated from Goa Dental College and Hospital with a University Gold Medal and went on to complete his Masters from the prestigious MGPGI (Govt. of Pondicherry Institute) securing the highest marks in the examination conducted by the Pondicherry University. He is a Fellow of the Indian and International Boards of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (FIBOMS & FIBCSOMS). Founder of Southern Edge Education. \n\n\nCourse Objectives:\nIn this lecture you will learn: \nWhen to graft and when not to. 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He maintains privileges at 3 local hospitals. \nAfter beginning his education at Purdue University studying chemistry\, he continued on to The Ohio State University College of Dentistry where he was honored to earn the Horace Wells student award for Outstanding Achievement in the Field of Dental Anesthesiology. Thereafter he completed a residency program with Miami Valley Hospital. Dr. Shufflebarger has achieved the status of Master of the College of Sedation with the ADSA. \nDr. Shufflebarger has an eagerness to learn\, study and share his research\, knowledge\, and techniques which is evident in his experience with teaching at Miami Valley Hospital\, University of California-San Francisco\, Jacksonville University\, Wright State University\, Premier Health and similar universities\, hospitals and organizations. Currently\, Dr. Shufflebarger is the Managing Director of Miami Valley Hospital’s Department of Medical Education’s long standing comprehensive Moderate Sedation training series\, where he creates and teaches didactic\, skills and simulation content for sedation training. He has instructor status and trains medical professionals in BLS\, ACLS\, and PALS. \nCourse Description:\nThis course provides a thorough medical evaluation tailored for general dentists treating today’s increasingly complex dental patient. Participants will review key medical conditions\, learn evidence-based strategies for patient management\, and develop confidence in emergency preparedness through both didactic instruction and hands-on training. \nCourse Objectives:\nFollowing this presentation\, dentists will: \n\nMetabolic Disease (Diabetes\, Obesity\, etc.) Associated Medications and Dental Considerations Part 1\nMetabolic Disease Part 2\n Understanding Mental Health Medications\n Cardiovascular Disease (#1 killer of American Men and Women) Part 1\n Cardiovascular Physiology\, Pathology and Management Part 2\nPatient Management Practicum\n\nDay 2: \n\nPractical Monitoring Primer and Emergency Preparedness\nEssential Medical Equipment and Emergency Drug Administration\nEmergency Recognition and Algorithms Part 1\nEmergency Recognition and Algorithms Part 2\nHands on Skills (Oxygen devices\, drawing drugs from vials\, IM Injections\, etc.)\nHands on Skills (Primary assessments\, monitoring and team skills)\n\nWho Should Attend?\nThese hands-on programs were created for AGD Fellows aspiring to be AGD Masters\, but we’ve discovered that they may benefit all dentists\, from new graduates to seasoned practitioners. \nCE Credit:\n16 hours of participation credit for those who attend the 2 days of lecture and hands-on. 34 total hours of participation credit to those who attend the 2 days of lecture and hands-on\, complete the assigned protocol in their office\, and return to document the protocol assignment. \nProgram:\nFriday\n8:00 – 10:00 Lecture: Practical Monitoring Primer and Emergency Preparedness\n10:00-10:15 Break\n10:15-12:15 Lecture: Emergency Scenario Recognition and Algorithms\n12:15-1:00 Lunch\n1:00-2:15 Participation: Group Skills Station Rotation 1 (Drug Prep\, syringes\, injections)\n2:15 – 3:30 Participation: Group Skills Station Rotation 2 (Oxygen devices and ventilation)\n3:30-3:45 Break\n3:45-5:00 Participation: Group Skills Station Rotation 3 (Primary Assessment and scenarios) \nSaturday\n8:00- 9:00 Lecture: Respiratory Physiology\, Pathophysiology and Monitoring\n9:00 – 10:00 Lecture: Cardiovascular Physiology and Pathology\n10:00-10:15 Break\n10:15-12:15 Lecture: Review of Supplies\, Equipment\, Algorithms\, and Emergency Kits\n12:15- 1:00 Lunch\n1:00 – 2:15 Participation: Group Skills Station Rotation 1 (Monitoring and Assessments)\n2:15 – 3:30 Participation: Group Skills Station Rotation 2 (Cardiovascular Monitoring)\n3:30 – 3:45 Break\n3:45 – 5:00 Participation: Group Skills Station Rotation 3 (Primary Assessment and scenarios) \nProgram Site:\nGC America Inc \n3737 W 127th St\, \nAlsip\, IL 60803 708-371-7300 \nPrice:\nThe total tuition for Premasters for this course\, which includes the reporting session is $1075. MAGD’s receive a $100.00 discount and pay $975. Non-AGD member is $1175. Tuition includes continental breakfast and lunch Friday & Saturday\, and a banquet on Friday evening at 5:30PM. Please indicate on your registration whether you will be attending the banquet. Thank you. Friday night dinner is at Zachary’s Grill Located in: Westgate Valley Commons Address: 13415 S Ridgeland Ave\, Palos Heights\, IL 60463 Time: 5:30pm A shuttle can be arranged to Zachary’s Grill if needed with notice. \n Hotel Information:\nDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chicago-Alsip Address: 5000 W 127th St\, Alsip\, IL 60803 Phone: 800-222-8733 Rate: $139+ Tax \nShuttle from Midway Airport to the Hotel; 10 miles approximately 30 minutes. Reservations can be made online at www.ChicagoAlsip.DoubleTree.com\, or by calling 800-222-8733\, and referencing GD1 to obtain the discounted rate of $139 plus tax per room per night. Guests must make reservations by the cutoff date of 2/26/26  (When you go to the website-put in your dates and then click on Special Rates and put in GD1  and it will go right to your room with the correct rate of $139. If you have Hilton points be sure to login in first.)  *Guestroom reservations must be cancelled 48 hrs. prior to arrival or your credit card will be billed. \n**Dr. Gibbs can arrange a Shuttle for the doctors from the Hotel to GC America at 7:15 am Friday and 7:30 am Saturday. A shuttle can be arranged to take people back to the hotel as well and to dinner on Friday.  Please email Dr. Jessica Gibbs at jessicagibbs@gmail.com if you will require Shuttle service \nGC America is 1.7 miles and approximately 8 minutes from the DoubleTree Hotel. \n Protocols-Note Protocols will be on Zoom until further notice.\nThe Illinois Academy of General Dentistry and the Wisconsin Academy of General Dentistry are pleased to present this program leading to Mastership certification in the Academy. To complete the Mastership Program\, candidates must enroll for 600 hours of continuing education\, 400 of which must be of participatory nature. \nProtocol Reporting Session via Zoom\nPlease RSVP to Dr. Jessica Gibbs at jessicagibbs@gmail.com by March 14\, 2026 to present protocol reports on Thursday\, March 26\, 2026 at 6:00pm.\nA Zoom link will be emailed to you. \n\nNEW DENTISTS!!! Two (2) full Scholarships will be made available at each program to AGD member dentists who have graduated less than 3 years ago! For more information contact: Dr. Jessica Gibbs at jessicagibbs@gmail.com or Maureen Kugel @ mkugel.ilagd@gmail.com. \n  URL:https://ilagd.org/event/ilagd-mastertrack-presents/ LOCATION:GC America\, 3737 West 127th Street\, Alsip\, IL\, 60803\, United States CATEGORIES:Mastertrack ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/Mastertrack-color-coded-text.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260326T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260326T200000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20250415T224101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T224145Z UID:20046-1774548000-1774555200@ilagd.org SUMMARY:Protocol Presentations DESCRIPTION:Protocol reporting will now be done virtually by pre-arranging with the Mastertrack directors. Please RSVP to Dr. Jessica Gibbs to present protocol reports on past Mastertrack Sessions or for more information at jessicagibbs@gmail.com. \nZoom Virtual Meeting/Webinar \nProtocol Presentations \n\nProtocol presentations offer attendees the opportunity to more than double their CE participation hours earned per program. Please RSVP with Dr. Jessica Gibbs if you plan to report on a protocol assignment from a previous Mastertrack session.\nAs an aspiring Master in the AGD\, it is both an honor and an obligation to be able to share your knowledge and experiences with others. There is no better format to improve those presentation skills than with the protocol reporting sessions available to those who have taken a PACE/CERP approved participation course. The objective of taking a participation course and then doing a protocol session is to (1) instruct the participant in the practical application of a skill(s)\, (2) for the participant to do that procedure(s) in his/her office\, and (3) to then show the protocol facilitator (and others presenting that day) how this procedure was done by you.  In short: See it done\, Do it in your office\, and Teach others by showing what you have done. You will learn the most from the “teach” part of this triad! So\, what is the best way to “teach”? Tell the “story” about the case/s. Yes\, from “once upon a time” to “happily ever after” with all that went on between the two. The method is the same. Deliver this story so that each member of the audience can share the experience simultaneously. Suggestions: Do a PowerPoint presentation\, with good photos to support the “story”\, handouts\, models (or photos of the models)\, and a literature search to support the case. Remember that the story is first\, the photos support it. Not the other way around!**Sit in on a protocol session and see how others present. Emulate a style you like; others will like it\, too. \n\nThis might be an outline to follow: \n1. Title to describe what the presentation is about \n2. Patient chief complaint \n3. Medical/ Dental/Social history \n4. Pre-operative dental charting. \n5. Established need for treatment: Diagnosis(s) \n6. Prognosis \n7. Treatment plan with objectives & rationale for treatment provided \n8. Photographs\, radiographs\, and models (if applicable) of the case prior to starting treatment. \n9. Photographs\, radiographs\, and models as the case progresses \n10. What went right; what went wrong. \n11. Post treatment photographs\, radiographs\, and documentation. \n12. What was learned from this case? What would you do differently next time? \n\nThink about this as if you are a member of the audience and would like to know everything about the case. You want to know about the patient\, the problems\, the treatment plan and how it was carried out\, the problems encountered and how they were solved (or not)\, the materials used\, the final result and how you would do the case if given another chance. You have information others need! Develop the skill to share it! Click Here for Frequently Asked Questions about our IL & WI Mastertrack Protocols Protocol presentations offer attendees to more than double their CE participation hours earned per program. \nFor more information or if you plan to present a protocol\, please contact Dr. Jessica Gibbs at jessicagibbs@gmail.com. URL:https://ilagd.org/event/protocol-presentations-11/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual meeting/Webinar\, United States CATEGORIES:Mastertrack ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/Mastertrack-color-coded-text.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260320T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260321T170000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20260217T014853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T181418Z UID:21753-1773993600-1774112400@ilagd.org SUMMARY:Central ILAGD Presents: Oral Pathology Update: with Focus on Head and Neck Soft Tissue Lesions\, Endodontic Update & CBCT Training DESCRIPTION:SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF DENTAL MEDICINE\n&\nTHE CENTRAL ILLINOIS ACADEMY OF GENERAL DENTISTRY\nPresents: \nOral Pathology Update: with Focus on Head and Neck Soft Tissue Lesions\nDr. Mark W. Lingen\nFriday\, March 20\, 2026\n(Virtual and In-person for\nFriday’s Lecture)\nEndodontic Update\nDr. Marvin L. Speer\nWith special presentations by\nDr. Lily Kytridow \n CBCT for Endodontic Diagnosis & Treatment\nDr. Juan Pacheco\nSaturday\, March 21\, 2026 (Hands-on In person only)\nCourse:\nDay One – This lecture will review the most common categories of soft tissue lesions that are regularly encountered in the head and neck region. It will also review basic categories of soft tissue lesions and emphasize the importance of developing a reasonable differential diagnosis. The lecture will review the etiologic factors associated with both oral and oropharyngeal cancer. \nDay 2 – will be a hands on endodontic laboratory exercise on endodontic diagnosis\, treatment\, instrumentation and obturation. \nSpeaker Bio:\nDr. Mark W. Lingen \nProfessor of Pathology and Medicine at the University of Chicago Medicine. He is a graduate of Northwestern University Dental School. He also completed his residency in Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology as well as a PhD in Cellular and Molecular Pathology at the Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Lingen is the Editor-in-Chief for the journal Oral Surgery\, Oral Medicine\, Oral Pathology Oral Radiology (Triple O). He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology\, the American and International Colleges of Dentist\, and the Royal College of Pathologists. Dr. Lingen is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology. His NIH-funded research\, which focuses on several aspects of oral cancer and has resulted in more than 200 manuscripts and book chapters. \nDr. Marvin L. Speer \nCurrently\, Dr. Speer serves as Program Director for Advanced Endodontics at Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine in Alton\, Il. He has held that position since 2018. There he began a CODA approved Specialty Certificate program in Endodontics. He has graduated four classes. Dr. Speer previously served as the Program Director for Endodontics at West Virgina University (2015-2018) and prior to that served as Director of the Division of Endodontology in the Department of Surgical Sciences at ECU School of Medicine (2012-2015). He earned his DDS from Loyola University School of Dentistry in Chicago. He also earned his MS in Oral Biology with an emphasis on Immunology. His certificate of Specialty in Endodontics was obtained at Loyola under the mentorship of Dr. Frank Weine. Dr. Speer is the former Chairman of the Department of Endodontics and the Director of Graduate Endodontics at Washington University in St. Louis (1989-1992) In addition\, Dr. Speer has been in private practice for more than 37 years. \n  \nCourse Objectives:\nModern Paradigms of Direct Restorations\nDr. Mark W. Lingen\nDr. Marvin L. Speer DDS\, MS\, FACD \nDay One:\n1. Distinguish between benign/active and neoplastic conditions. \n2. Appreciate the critical role of dental health care professionals in screening for oral premalignancy and oral/oropharyngeal cancer.\n3. Understand the importance of preforming a through visual and tactile exam on all patients.\n4. Implement the ADA Clinical Guidelines algorithm for oral cancer screening. \nDay Two:\n5. Learn Critical Endodontic diagnosis & treatment of the maxillary and mandibular dentition.\n6. Learn & participate in a hands-on demonstration of the challenges and solutions for diagnosis\, treatment\, instrumentation & obturation of endodontically involved teeth.\n7. Review cone beam Radiology used for endodontic diagnosis & treatment. \nSupplies: For the hands-on session please bring magnification eyewear; Highspeed handpiece to connect with 4-hole adaptor hose; Low speed with latch attachment. \nCE Credits:\n(towards AGD Fellowship or Mastership)\n8 hours of oral pathology dentistry lecture credit for those who attend the 3/20/26 lecture only; 16 hours of Oral Pathology/Endodontic Dentistry participation credit for those who attend 3/20/26 lecture and 3/21/26 hands-on. (36 hours for those who complete an in-\noffice protocol assignment and report). \n(May substitute some course credit for operative dentistry)\nEmail: bish887@aol.com for information \nPROTOCAL ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE AVAILABLE THROUGH THE ILLINOIS AGD. \nProtocol Reporting Session\nThursday\, March 19\, 2026 at 5:30 PM\nVirtual Session via Zoom\nCall 309-657-3008 or Email\nbish887@aol.com for reservations and zoom link.\nIf you are participating in the Friday session virtually and have not received the ZOOM link on 3/18/26 please contact Dr. Bishop at bish887@aol.com. \nWhen & Where:\nFriday\, March 20\, 2026\n(Virtual and In-person for Friday’s Lecture)\nSaturday\, March 21\, 2026\n(Saturday Hands-on In Person Only) \nSouthern Illinois University \nSchool of Dental Medicine \nCourse Schedule: \nFRIDAY\, March 20 2026 (Lecture: Zoom and In-person)\n7:45 am Registration\n8:00 am – 10:30 am Lecture in Hoag Hall Auditorium (Bldg. 283)\n10:30 am – 10:45 am Break and Discuss\n12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Lunch and Learn with the students\n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Lecture in Hoag Hall Auditorium (Bldg. 283)\n3:00 pm – 3:15 pm Break and Discuss\n3:15 pm – 5:00 pm Lecture in Hoag Hall Auditorium (Bldg. 283) \nSATURDAY\, March 21\, 2026 (Hands-On: In Person only)\n7:45 am Registration\n8:00 am – 12:00 pm Hands-on\n12:00 pm – 12:30 pm Lunch & Discuss\n12:30 pm – 4:30 pm Hands-on \nDEADLINE:\nMarch  17\, 2026\nMay register for lecture only on 3/20/26\n3/21/26 Hands-on Participation has limited space available \nHotel Reservations based on availability. Identify yourself as attending the Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine AGD Programs. Only necessary for Thursday if attending Friday in-person rather than ZOOM. \nBest Western Premier Hotel\n3559 College Avenue\nAlton\, Illinois 62002\n(618) 462-1220 \nDirections: Take 55 North or South to the Alton Exit #30\, Route 140. (140 becomes College\nAvenue) \nPAYMENT \nReturn the completed registration form and check made out to CIAGD to: \nDr. Susan Bishop\n7314 N. Edgewild Dr.\nPeoria\, IL 61614 \nFor information call:\nDr. Susan Bishop\n(309) 692-1796 or e-mail at\nbish887@aol.com \nPARKING: Available behind Hoag Hall. No permit is necessary. Do not park in clinic lot. You will be ticketed. \nPAYMENT \nReturn the completed registration form to:\nDr. Susan Bishop\n7314 N. Edgewild Dr.\nPeoria\, IL 61614 \nVirtual Session via Zoom Call 309-692-1796 or Email bish887@aol.com for reservations and zoom link. \nIf you are participating in the Friday session virtually and have not received the ZOOM link on 3/18/26 please contact Dr. Bishop at bish887@aol.com. \nPresenting a program of this nature is a group effort and would not be possible without the assistance of many individuals and companies. A complete listing of contributing companies will be available at the program site. \nRegistration:\n  \n                                                                    AGD/ADA/Public Health      NON-AGD/ADA \nDentist: 2 day participation course               $695                                      $795\n(limit 30 participants on 3/21/26\nDentist 3/20/26 Lecture only                         $285                                      $335\nStaff (non-dentist) per day                             $50                                         $75\n(must be accompanied by dentist)\nSIU Instructors/Students 3/20/26                   N/C                                     $10*\nLecture only and 3/21/26 observation only.\nMust be registered for seminar.\n(Observation will be permitted at participation course (includes faculty/students) if course limit is\nreached\, but costs and attendee numbers must be approved by the course master.)\nLunch is included in all day seminar cost.\n*Includes 1 year AGD student membership\nNon-Members: Join in AGD and receive seminar at AGD member cost. \nReturn by 3/17/26 (Limited attendance for second day on 3/21/26) \nRefunds are available for courses\, minus $50 processing fee\, will be granted if requested at least ten days prior to the start of the course      \nAnother fine program brought to you by the CIAGD \n\nNEXT  CIAGD/SIUSDM SEMINAR:  ~ June 13-14\, 2026 Speaker TBA \n  URL:https://ilagd.org/event/central-ilagd-presents-oral-pathology-update-with-focus-on-head-and-neck-soft-tissue/ LOCATION:SIUSDM – Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine – Hoag Hall\, 1798 Annex St\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States CATEGORIES:CIAGD ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/CIAGD-color-coded-text2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Susan Bishop":MAILTO:bish877@aol.com GEO:38.9040066;-90.1426526 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=SIUSDM – Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine – Hoag Hall 1798 Annex St Alton IL 62002 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1798 Annex St:geo:-90.1426526,38.9040066 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260306T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260306T160000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20250401T001736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T172217Z UID:20003-1772784000-1772812800@ilagd.org SUMMARY:Chicago AGD Presents: The Best Practices to Get Off of PPOs & amp; Have More Freedom DESCRIPTION:The Best Practices to Get Off of PPOs & amp; \nHave More Freedom – Season Pass #3\nSummary:\nDate: Friday\, March 6\, 2026\nTime: 8am – 4pm (including lunch hour)\nLocation: Gibson’s Bar & Steakhouse @ Oak Brook\, IL\nSpeaker: Kirk Behrendt\nCE Credits: 7 CE Lecture Credits\nTuition: (Breakfast and Lunch Included)\nAGD Dentist: $225\nNon-AGD Dentist: $275\nHygienist or staff (AGD Dentist): $95\nHygienist or staff (Non-AGD Dentist): $115\nStudent/Resident: $20\nSpeaker’s Bio:\n Kirk Behrendt is a renowned consultant and speaker in the dental industry\, known for his expertise in helping dentists create better practices and better lives. With over 30 years of experience in the field\, Kirk has dedicated his professional life to optimizing dentistry’s best systems and practices. \nKirk has been a featured speaker at every major dental meeting in the United States. His company\, ACT Dental\, has consistently been ranked among the Top Dental Consultants in Dentistry Today’s annual rankings for the past ten years. In addition\, ACT Dental was named one of the fastest-growing companies in the United States by Inc Magazine\, appearing on their Inc 5000 list. \nKirk’s motivational skills are widely recognized in the dental industry. Dr. Peter Dawson of The Dawson Academy has referred to Kirk as “THE best motivator I have ever heard.” Kirk has also assembled a trusted team of advisor experts who work with dentists to customize individual solutions that meet their unique needs. \nWhen he’s not motivating dentists and their teams\, Kirk enjoys coaching his children’s sports teams and spending time with his amazing wife\, Sarah\, and their four children\, Kinzie\, Lily\, Zoe\, and Bo. \nCourse Objectives:\nEliminating or reducing your PPOs could possibly be the most important decision you’ll make in your career. There are no shortcuts and the only way to do this successfully is to do it the right way. Join us for this valuable lecture in which Kirk Behrendt walks you through the roadmap of how to do it carefully and predictability. \n● See the mindset needed when making this strategic decision\n● Discover the data you must collect in order to learn your business strengths and weaknesses\n● Learn the foundational & operational steps that need to be in place for the process to work\n● See what research is required to fully understand your own unique insurance exposure\n● Start the action steps to reduce some or all of your insurance dependence \nRegistration: \nScroll to the bottom to register for this course only. \nSponsored By:\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://allpracticesolutions.com\n \n \n \n \n \n https://relevanceonlinemarketing.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://wealthwave.com\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.garfieldrefining.com\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.ottawadentallab.com\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.henryschein.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.be-guided.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.oldnational.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://mcpheecoaching.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.usa.philips.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://atlasanesthesia.com/\n \n \n \n\n\n  \n  \n  \n\n  URL:https://ilagd.org/event/chicago-agd-presents-11/ LOCATION:Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse\, 2105 Spring Road\, Oak Brook\, IL\, 60523\, United States CATEGORIES:ChicagoAGD ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/ChicagoAGD-color-coded-text1-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Deepa Williams":MAILTO:drdeepawilliams@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260218T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260218T160000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20250929T234923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T202228Z UID:21342-1771401600-1771430400@ilagd.org SUMMARY:ILAGD Presents: The 31st Annual Ted Weclew Memorial Lecture ~Maximizing Esthetics with Minimally Invasive Dentistry DESCRIPTION:The 31st Annual Ted Weclew Memorial Lecture:\n   Maximizing Esthetics with Minimally Invasive Dentistry \nA Step by Step Guide\nSpeaker: Priya Tirumalasetty\, DDS\, MAGD\, AAACD\nAn ILAGD Member Benefit Course / Wednesday\,  February 18\, 2026\n \nSummary:\nDate: Wednesday\, February 18\, 2026\nTime: 8am – 4pm\nLocation: Sable Hotel at Navy Pier\nCE Credits:  7 CE Lecture Credits –  $125 \nCourse Description:\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nThis comprehensive\, one day program begins with a review of smile design principles. Participants will learn how to collect data and use it to design conservative treatment plans. Digital and analog methods are reviewed in devising beautiful\, minimally invasive outcomes. This course shows the use of templates and matrices to create chairside composite veneers. These principles can be applied to your dental practice and workflows immediately following this program. \nObjectives:\n1. Use basic smile design principles to develop a conservative treatment plan. \n2. Learn to present more than one treatment option to patients wanting to improve their smile. \n3. Use photography and digital technology to effectively communicate with patients and lab technicians. \n4. Create a workflow to design and execute minimally invasive esthetic dentistry. \nSpeaker Biography:\n\n Dr. Priya Tirumalasetty (Dr. Setty) is a 1997 graduate of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry. She completed a General Practice Residency after graduating from dental school at the Lehigh Valley Hospital and in 2000\, established her own boutique dental practice in the Chicago Loop. In 2014\, Dr. Setty published an article about composite bonding in the Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry\, the scientific journal published by the AACD. Dr. Setty became an accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) in 2018. She also served on the Board of Directors of the AACD for 2 years from 2020-2022\, and recently became a graduate of the prestigious Kois Center. Dr. Setty was awarded Mastership in the Academy of General Dentistry in July 2023 and is also a speaker for Catapult Education’s Speakers Bureau. \n\n\nLocation & Time:\n8am – 4pm (12-1pm lunch break) \nSable Hotel – Navy Pier \n900 E Grand \nChicago\, IL \nSeminar Fees:\nAGD/ADA Dues Paid Dentist   $150\nNon-AGD Dentist             $265\nHygienist\ Dental Staff         $75\nDental Students                $40\n& Residents (Preregistration required) \nSign up Now- Only 100 spots available – 7 CEU’s \nHotel:\nSabele at Navy Pier Chicago \nRegistration fee’s will increase after 1/15/25 \nFor questions contact: \nContact Maureen Kugel @ mkugel.ilagd@gmail.com \nAGD dues paid status will be checked as of January 14\, 2026. Any Non AGD dentist may choose to apply his entire registration fee to his first year AGD dues by submitting a completed AGD application. \n\nAcknowledgements:\nPresenting a program of this nature is a group effort and would not be possible without the assistance of many individuals and/ or companies. A complete list will be available at the course site. \n  \n \n  URL:https://ilagd.org/event/ilagd-presents-the-31st-annual-ted-weclew-memorial-lecture-maximizing-esthetics-with-minimally-invasive-dentistry/ LOCATION:Sable at Navy Pier\, 900 E Grand\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States CATEGORIES:ILAGD ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/ILAGD-color-coded-text1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251213T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251213T143000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20251002T144228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T144408Z UID:21450-1765620000-1765636200@ilagd.org SUMMARY:Northern ILAGD Presents: Implants in the Esthetic Zone with Live-Streamed Surgery DESCRIPTION:Northern Illinois Academy of General Dentistry in conjunction with MIS Dentsply Sirona\nPresents: 3.5 FREE CEUs!\nImplants in the Esthetic Zone with Live-Streamed Surgery\n \nFeaturing:\nAdam Foleck\, DMD\, DABOI\, HFAAID\nSaturday\, December 13\, 2025 \nVIA Live-Streaming on the Auditorium Screen @ \nNorthern Illinois University Rockford Convention Center \n8500 E. State St. Rockford\, IL 61108 \nThe NIU Rockford Convention/Education Center is conveniently located off I90 W at State Street (one hour from O’Hare) \nSpeaker Bio:\n Dr. Adam Foleck\, a distinguished expert in dental implantology lectures internationally\, sharing his experience. Dr. Foleck leads a cutting-edge practice in Virginia\, specializing in guided bone regeneration\, implant placement and restoration\, full arch rehabilitation\, and anterior implant aesthetics. Dr. Foleck is a Diplomate of the American Board of Implantology and an active member of the Academy of Osseointegration. \n  \n\n\nCourse Information:\nAchieving exceptional esthetic outcomes in implant dentistry requires precise planning\, interdisciplinary collaboration\, and a strong understanding of both surgical and restorative components. This course emphasizes the unique considerations of implant therapy in the anterior esthetic zone\, including osseous and gingival augmentation\, restorative workflows\, and treatment planning tailored to patient expectations. A highlight of this program is the live patient surgery in the esthetic zone\, performed by Dr. Adam Foleck\, renowned implantologist\, and educator. Participants will observe implant placement\, soft tissue management\, and augmentation techniques in real time. This experience provides an unparalleled opportunity for streaming knowledge\, reinforcing the connection between surgical execution and restorative excellence. Through case examples\, interactive discussion\, and the live surgical demonstration\, participants will strengthen their ability to visualize the final restoration\, guide treatment planning\, and streamline workflows for predictable\, esthetically driven results—all while connecting with clinicians who share a passion for advancing implant dentistry. \nCourse Objectives:\nAt the conclusion of this course\, participants will be able to:\n*Identify the critical considerations for implant therapy in the anterior esthetic zone\, including soft and hard tissue augmentation.\n*Observe and evaluate live surgical techniques for implant placement\, augmentation\, and soft tissue management\, as demonstrated by Dr. Adam Foleck.\n*Integrate restorative workflows with surgical planning to achieve esthetically predictable outcomes.\n*Apply principles of interdisciplinary collaboration to improve patient results and enhance treatment efficiency.\n*Strengthen clinical knowledge and peer connections through real-time\, case-based learning. \nCE Credit:\n3.5 hours of lecture credit may be used towards FAGD\, MAGD \nWhen:\nSchedule: \nSaturday\, December 13\, 2025 \n10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Lecture \n11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Lunch \n12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Surgical kit demo\, live surgery and Q&A \nFor registration or further information: Jamie Petras\, NIAGD Executive Secretary 815-541-3795\nTo register for this course\, you must contact Jamie Petras directly at 815-541-3795. Registration cannot be completed online or through any other method. \nTuition: Complimentary\nCE Credits: 3.5 hours of lecture credit may be used towards FAGD\, MAGD\nAGD PACE Subject Code: 690 Implants \nMethod: Live-Streaming at NIU Rockford No Recordings \n________________________________________\nACKNOWLEDGEMENT\nPresenting a program of this nature is a group effort\, and would not be possible without the assistance of many individuals and companies. A complete listing of contributing companies will be available at the program site. URL:https://ilagd.org/event/northern-ilagd-presents-implants-in-the-esthetic-zone-with-live-streamed-surgery/ LOCATION:Northern Illinois University Rockford Convention Center\, 8500 E. State Street\, Rockford\, IL\, 61108\, United States CATEGORIES:NIAGD ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/NIAGD-color-coded-text1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251211T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251211T193000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20251019T195545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251019T202310Z UID:21506-1765474200-1765481400@ilagd.org SUMMARY:Protocol Presentation DESCRIPTION:Protocol reporting will now be done virtually by pre-arranging with the Mastertrack directors. Please RSVP to Dr. Jessica Gibbs to present protocol reports on past Mastertrack Sessions or for more information at jessicagibbs@gmail.com. \nZoom Virtual Meeting/Webinar \nProtocol Presentations \n\nProtocol presentations offer attendees the opportunity to more than double their CE participation hours earned per program. Please RSVP with Dr. Jessica Gibbs if you plan to report on a protocol assignment from a previous Mastertrack session.\nAs an aspiring Master in the AGD\, it is both an honor and an obligation to be able to share your knowledge and experiences with others. There is no better format to improve those presentation skills than with the protocol reporting sessions available to those who have taken a PACE/CERP approved participation course. The objective of taking a participation course and then doing a protocol session is to (1) instruct the participant in the practical application of a skill(s)\, (2) for the participant to do that procedure(s) in his/her office\, and (3) to then show the protocol facilitator (and others presenting that day) how this procedure was done by you.  In short: See it done\, Do it in your office\, and Teach others by showing what you have done. You will learn the most from the “teach” part of this triad! So\, what is the best way to “teach”? Tell the “story” about the case/s. Yes\, from “once upon a time” to “happily ever after” with all that went on between the two. The method is the same. Deliver this story so that each member of the audience can share the experience simultaneously. Suggestions: Do a PowerPoint presentation\, with good photos to support the “story”\, handouts\, models (or photos of the models)\, and a literature search to support the case. Remember that the story is first\, the photos support it. Not the other way around!**Sit in on a protocol session and see how others present. Emulate a style you like; others will like it\, too. \n\nThis might be an outline to follow: \n1. Title to describe what the presentation is about \n2. Patient chief complaint \n3. Medical/ Dental/Social history \n4. Pre-operative dental charting. \n5. Established need for treatment: Diagnosis(s) \n6. Prognosis \n7. Treatment plan with objectives & rationale for treatment provided \n8. Photographs\, radiographs\, and models (if applicable) of the case prior to starting treatment. \n9. Photographs\, radiographs\, and models as the case progresses \n10. What went right; what went wrong. \n11. Post treatment photographs\, radiographs\, and documentation. \n12. What was learned from this case? What would you do differently next time? \n\nThink about this as if you are a member of the audience and would like to know everything about the case. You want to know about the patient\, the problems\, the treatment plan and how it was carried out\, the problems encountered and how they were solved (or not)\, the materials used\, the final result and how you would do the case if given another chance. You have information others need! Develop the skill to share it! Click Here for Frequently Asked Questions about our IL & WI Mastertrack Protocols Protocol presentations offer attendees to more than double their CE participation hours earned per program. \nFor more information or if you plan to present a protocol\, please contact Dr. Jessica Gibbs at jessicagibbs@gmail.com. URL:https://ilagd.org/event/protocol-presentation-4/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual meeting/Webinar\, United States CATEGORIES:Mastertrack ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/ILAGD-color-coded-text1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251121T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251122T170000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20250930T004148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T232349Z UID:21338-1763712000-1763830800@ilagd.org SUMMARY:Central ILAGD Presents: Dental Sleep Medicine & Mastering Periodontolgy DESCRIPTION:SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF DENTAL MEDICINE\n&\nTHE CENTRAL ILLINOIS ACADEMY OF GENERAL DENTISTRY\nPresents: \nDental Sleep Medicine:\nWhat Every General Dentist Should Know\nPresented by Dr. Ivan Valcarenghi\, DDS\, MAGD\, D.ABDSM\nFriday\, November 21\, 2025\n(Virtual and In-person for Friday’s Lecture/Participation)\nMastering Periodontology-From Diagnosis to Maintenance-\nincludes Implantology and the use of laser technology\nDr. Kirk Noraian\, MS\, MBA\n(Lecture and Participation-in person only)\nSaturday\, November 22\, 2025\n(Hands-on In person only)\nCourse:\nDay one: Dr. Ivan Valcarenghi will present a course that provide a foundation dental medicine in general practice. He show how he works with physicians and other health care professionals in the diagnosis\, evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. He will have a hands-on portion that have attendees participate in several cases for diagnosis and treatment planning of sleep disorders.. Also included in his presentation\, Dr. Valcarenghi will talk about sleep tests\, the principles of case selection and appliances. \nDay Two: Dr. Kirk Noraian will begin with the foundation of doing a comprehensive exam that guides treatment. He will present the spectrum of treatment options such as nonsurgical therapies to regenerate concepts to make decisions about what to treat\, when to refer and how to maintain long-term success. To bring this course to “life”\, the participation portion will include technologies like lasers\, Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) implant placement and piezosurgery. The participation portion will offer firsthand tools and techniques in your office to help elevate your treatment of periodontal disease.. \nSpeaker Bio:\n \nFor the past 25 years\, Dr. Valrcarenghi has included the treatment of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea in his general dentistry practice in Elmhurst\, Illinois.. As his practice began to grow in terms of sleep medicine\, his dental practice became one of the largest physician referral only dental sleep centers within his general dentistry practice. Dr. Valcarenghi is a diplomate of the American Association of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM) and has his Mastership Award in the Academy of General Dentistry. He is past President of the Chicago Academy of General Dentistry and is current President-elect of the Illinois Academy of General Dentistry. \n  \n  \n\n As a full time practicing periodontist and owner of the PerioImplant Innovations practice in Bloomington\, Illinois. Dr. Noraian believes in making complex concepts in periodontology accessible\, practical and immediately applicable for general dentists. Dr. Noraian is past President of the Illinois Society of Periodontists\, past Trustee for the American Academy of Periodontology. He has served on the ADA Council of Scientific Affairs and the ADA Seal Subcommittee. He currently reviews submissions for the ADA Journal. He is a Fellow in the American College of Dentists\, the Internation College of Dentists and the Pierre Fauchard Academy. \n\n\n  \nCourse Objectives:\n\nLearn the principles of sleep medicine\, how to identify and evaluate obstructive sleep apnea\, case selection and treatment.\nLearn the key points in a sleep test and treating sleep apnea\, selection of an oral appliance. And how to fabricate a temporary mandibular advancement device.\nLearn to perform comprehensive periodontal exams that lead to accurate\, treatment-driven diagnoses. And understand the full range of treatment options.\n-Learn the treatment modality of implants as part of the treatment plan.\nUtilize technologies like lasers\, piezosurgery and Guided Biofilm Therapy.\n\nSupplies: For the hands-on session please bring magnification eyewear; Highspeed handpiece to connect with 4-hole adaptor hose; Low speed with latch attachment. and your favorite polishing ware. \nCE Credits:\n(towards AGD Fellowship or Mastership)\n8 hours of sleep medicine dentistry participation credit for those who attend the 11/21/25 course only; 16 hours of Sleep Medicine and Periodontal Dentistry participation credit for those who attend 11/21/25 and 11/22/25 participation credit. (36 hours for those who complete an in-office protocol assignment and report). \nEmail: bish887@aol.com for information \nPROTOCAL ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE AVAILABLE THROUGH THE ILLINOIS AGD. \nProtocol Reporting Session\nThursday\, November 20\, 2025 at 5:30 PM\nVirtual Session via Zoom\nCall 309-657-3008 or Email\nbish887@aol.com for reservations and zoom link.\nIf you are participating in the Friday session virtually and have not received the ZOOM link on 11/19/25 please contact Dr. Bishop at bish887@aol.com. \nWhen & Where:\nFriday\, November 21\, 2025\n(Virtual and In-person for Friday’s Lecture)\nSaturday\, November 22\, 2025\n(Saturday Hands-on In Person Only) \nSouthern Illinois University \nSchool of Dental Medicine \nCourse Schedule: \nFRIDAY\, November 21\, 2025 (Lecture: Zoom and In-person)\n7:45 am Registration\n8:00 am – 10:30 am Lecture in Hoag Hall Auditorium (Bldg. 283)\n10:30 am – 10:45 am Break and Discuss\n12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Lunch and Learn with the students\n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Lecture in Hoag Hall Auditorium (Bldg. 283)\n3:00 pm – 3:15 pm Break and Discuss\n3:15 pm – 5:00 pm Lecture in Hoag Hall Auditorium (Bldg. 283) \nSATURDAY\, November 22\, 2025 (Hands-On: In Person only)\n7:45 am Registration\n8:00 am – 12:00 pm Hands-on\n12:00 pm – 12:30 pm Lunch & Discuss\n12:30 pm – 4:30 pm Hands-on \nDEADLINE:\nNovember 19\, 2025\nMay register for lecture only on 11/21/25\n11/22/25 Hands-on Participation has limited space available \nHotel Reservations based on availability. Identify yourself as attending the Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine AGD Programs. Only necessary for Thursday if attending Friday in-person rather than ZOOM. \nBest Western Premier Hotel\n3559 College Avenue\nAlton\, Illinois 62002\n(618) 462-1220 \nDirections: Take 55 North or South to the Alton Exit #30\, Route 140. (140 becomes College\nAvenue) \nPAYMENT \nReturn the completed registration form and check made out to CIAGD to: \nDr. Susan Bishop\n7314 N. Edgewild Dr.\nPeoria\, IL 61614 \nFor information call:\nDr. Susan Bishop\n(309) 692-1796 or e-mail at\nbish887@aol.com \nPARKING: Available behind Hoag Hall. No permit is necessary. Do not park in clinic lot. You will be ticketed. \nPAYMENT \nReturn the completed registration form to:\nDr. Susan Bishop\n7314 N. Edgewild Dr.\nPeoria\, IL 61614 \nVirtual Session via Zoom Call 309-692-1796 or Email bish887@aol.com for reservations and zoom link. \nIf you are participating in the Friday session virtually and have not received the ZOOM link on 11/19/25 please contact Dr. Bishop at bish887@aol.com. \nPresenting a program of this nature is a group effort and would not be possible without the assistance of many individuals and companies. A complete listing of contributing companies will be available at the program site. \nRegistration:\n  \n                                                                    AGD/ADA/Public Health      NON-AGD/ADA \nDentist: 2 day participation course               $695                                      $795\n(limit 30 participants on 11/22/25\nDentist 11/21/25 Lecture only                         $285                                      $335\nStaff (non-dentist) per day                             $50                                         $75\n(must be accompanied by dentist)\nSIU Instructors/Students 11/21/25                   N/C                                     $10*\nLecture only and 11/22/25 observation only.\nMust be registered for seminar.\n(Observation will be permitted at participation course (includes faculty/students) if course limit is\nreached\, but costs and attendee numbers must be approved by the course master.)\nLunch is included in all day seminar cost.\n*Includes 1 year AGD student membership\nNon-Members: Join in AGD and receive seminar at AGD member cost. \nReturn by 11/17/25 (Limited attendance for second day on 11/22/25) \nRefunds are available for courses\, minus $50 processing fee\, will be granted if requested at least ten days prior to the start of the course      \nAnother fine program brought to you by the CIAGD \n\nNEXT  CIAGD/SIUSDM SEMINAR:  ~ March 20-21\, 2026 Speaker TBA \n  URL:https://ilagd.org/event/central-ilagd-presents-dental-sleep-medicine-mastering-periodontolgy/ LOCATION:SIUSDM – Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine – Hoag Hall\, 1798 Annex St\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States CATEGORIES:CIAGD ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/CIAGD-color-coded-text.png ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Susan Bishop":MAILTO:bish877@aol.com GEO:38.9040066;-90.1426526 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=SIUSDM – Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine – Hoag Hall 1798 Annex St Alton IL 62002 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1798 Annex St:geo:-90.1426526,38.9040066 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251101T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251101T153000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20250401T001539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T163347Z UID:20001-1761984000-1762011000@ilagd.org SUMMARY:Chicago AGD Presents: Basic of Implantology -(with engaged learning demonstration)  DESCRIPTION:Basic of Implantology  (with engaged learning demonstration)  – Season Pass #2\nSummary:\nDate: Saturday\, November 1\, 2025\nTime: 8am – 3:30pm (including lunch hour)\nLocation: Gibson’s Bar & Steakhouse @ Oak Brook\, IL\nSpeaker: Dr. Hardee Patel\nCE Credits: 7 CE Lecture Credits\nTuition: (Breakfast and Lunch Included)\nAGD Dentist: $450\nNon-AGD Dentist: $550\nHygienist or staff (AGD Dentist): $95\nHygienist or staff (Non-AGD Dentist): $115\nStudent/Resident: $20\nSpeaker’s Bio:\n Hailing from Mumbai and moving to America with nearly nothing\, Dr. Patel founded NJ Smiles in 2006 after graduating from the NYU College of Dentistry. He grew his expertise to 8 of his own locations across Central and North Jersey before downsizing to focus on incorporating digital dentistry into his placement of implants and restoration of teeth. Dr. Patel has been practicing dentistry for over 20 years and placing implants for over 15 years. Over the course of his life\, he has placed over 7\,000 implants. \nDr. Patel teaches students and dentists around the world. In 2020\, he founded 3D Implant Institute\, a leading course in implantology certification. He has taught at numerous universities\, colleges\, and institutes across America\, Mexico\, Dominican Republic\, Brazil\, Costa Rica\, India\, and Germany. \n\nCourse Objectives:\nIn this lecture you will learn: \nPredictable placement of single implants with proper case selection and complications. The models will allow you to place implants in four different types of bone. \nRegistration: \nScroll to the bottom to register for this course only. \nSponsored By:\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://allpracticesolutions.com\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.ottawadentallab.com\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.garfieldrefining.com\n \n \n \n \n \n https://wealthwave.com\n \n \n \n \n \n https://relevanceonlinemarketing.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.henryschein.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://mcpheecoaching.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.be-guided.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.usa.philips.com/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.oldnational.com/\n \n \n \n\n  \n\n  \n  \n  \n\n  URL:https://ilagd.org/event/chicago-agd-presents-10/ LOCATION:Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse\, 2105 Spring Road\, Oak Brook\, IL\, 60523\, United States CATEGORIES:ChicagoAGD ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/ChicagoAGD-color-coded-text1-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Deepa Williams":MAILTO:drdeepawilliams@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251017T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251018T170000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20241020T221633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T021826Z UID:18932-1760688000-1760806800@ilagd.org SUMMARY:MasterTrack Presents: The World of Special Care Dentistry DESCRIPTION:The World of Special Care Dentistry\nPresented by Robert E. Rada DDS\, MBA\nFriday-Saturday\, October 17-18\, 2025\nSpeaker:\n Dr. Rada is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Oral Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences at the University of Illinois College of Dentistry. He also maintains a private practice in LaGrange Illinois focusing on patients with special needs. Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities of all ages are cared for in his practice. Advanced behavior management\, anesthesia care and hospital dentistry are all part of his practice. Dr. Rada has facilitated many live patient courses to assist dentists and dental students in their learning to care for dental patients with special needs. He teaches in the Group Practice Clinics and currently has dental students rotate through his private practice and directs the Special Care Dentistry Track at UIC. \n\n\nCourse Description:\nCaring for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) involves navigating a complex landscape of legal\, ethical\, and behavioral challenges. Various dental materials and techniques are especially appropriate in this patient population. This program will use real-life case presentations to illustrate these challenges and provide insight into best practices for addressing them. \nCourse Objectives:\nFollowing this presentation\, dentists will: \n1. Develop knowledge of the various types of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) encountered in dental practice\n2. Understand potential liability and consent concerns in caring for patients with IDD.\n3. Review and learn techniques to manage challenging behaviors for people with IDD.\n4. Develop skills in handling and techniques of various dental materials suitable for this patient population. \nWho Should Attend?\nThese hands-on programs were created for AGD Fellows aspiring to be AGD Masters\, but we’ve discovered that they may benefit all dentists\, from new graduates to seasoned practitioners. \nCE Credit:\n16 hours of participation credit for those who attend the 2 days of lecture and hands-on. 34 total hours of participation credit to those who attend the 2 days of lecture and hands-on\, complete the assigned protocol in their office\, and return to document the protocol assignment. \nWhen:\nFriday & Saturday\, October 17-18\, 2025 \n8:00AM – 12:00PM Lecture and/or Hands on \n12:00PM – 1:00PM Lunch \n1:00PM – 5:00PM Lecture and/or Hands-on \nProgram Site:\nGC America Inc \n3737 W 127th St\, \nAlsip\, IL 60803 708-371-7300 \nPrice:\nThe total tuition for Premasters for this course\, which includes the reporting session is $1075. MAGD’s receive a $100.00 discount and pay $975. Non-AGD member is $1175. Tuition includes continental breakfast and lunch Friday & Saturday\, and a banquet on Friday evening at 5:30PM. Please indicate on your registration whether you will be attending the banquet. Thank you. Friday night dinner is at Zachary’s Grill Located in: Westgate Valley Commons Address: 13415 S Ridgeland Ave\, Palos Heights\, IL 60463 Time: 5:30pm A shuttle can be arranged to Zachary’s Grill if needed with notice. \n Hotel Information:\nDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chicago-Alsip Address: 5000 W 127th St\, Alsip\, IL 60803 Phone: 800-222-8733 Rate: $121 + Tax \nShuttle from Midway Airport to the Hotel; 10 miles approximately 30 minutes. Reservations can be made online at www.ChicagoAlsip.DoubleTree.com\, or by calling 800-222-8733\, and referencing AC4 to obtain the discounted rate of $139 plus tax per room per night. Guests must make reservations by the cutoff date of 9/18/25  (When you go to the website-put in your dates and then click on Special Rates and put in AC4 and it will go right to your room with the correct rate of $139. If you have Hilton points be sure to login in first.) If guest will be making the reservation after the cutoff date for each block indicated above\, then they must click on this link and the corporate code of 0560081829 should automatically populate the discounted rate assuming the hotel has rooms available to book. *Guestroom reservations must be cancelled 48 hrs. prior to arrival or your credit card will be billed. \n**Dr. Gibbs can arrange a Shuttle for the doctors from the Hotel to GC America at 7:15 am Friday and 7:30 am Saturday. A shuttle can be arranged to take people back to the hotel as well and to dinner on Friday.  Please email Dr. Jessica Gibbs at ilagdmt@gmail.com if you will require Shuttle service \nGC America is 1.7 miles and approximately 8 minutes from the DoubleTree Hotel. \n Protocols-Note Protocols will be on Zoom until further notice.\nThe Illinois Academy of General Dentistry and the Wisconsin Academy of General Dentistry are pleased to present this program leading to Mastership certification in the Academy. To complete the Mastership Program\, candidates must enroll for 600 hours of continuing education\, 400 of which must be of participatory nature. \nProtocol Reporting Session via Zoom\nPlease RSVP to Dr. Jessica Gibbs at ilagdmt@gmail.com by October 10\, 2024 to present protocol reports on Thursday\, September 26\, 2024 at 6:00pm.\nA Zoom link will be emailed to you. \n\nNEW DENTISTS!!! Two (2) full Scholarships will be made available at each program to AGD member dentists who have graduated less than 2 years ago! For more information contact: Dr. Jessica Gibbs at ilagdmt@gmail.com or Maureen Kugel @ mkugel.ilagd@gmail.com. \n  URL:https://ilagd.org/event/mastertrack-presents-2/ LOCATION:GC America\, 3737 West 127th Street\, Alsip\, IL\, 60803\, United States CATEGORIES:ILAGD ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/Mastertrack-color-coded-text.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250926T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250927T170000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20240821T175539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T002951Z UID:18922-1758873600-1758992400@ilagd.org SUMMARY:Mastertrack Presents: Clear Aligner Mini-Residency DESCRIPTION:Clear Aligner Mini-Residency\nPresented by Dr. Bruce McFarlane\n  \nFriday-Saturday\, September 26-27\, 2025\nClear Aligner Mini-Residency\nIn this brand-new\, mini-residency program\, orthodontist Dr. Bruce McFarlane will introduce you to the world of Clear Aligners and share his vast knowledge\, experience\, and practical skills as a pioneer in the field. Participants will learn how to easily incorporate any Clear Aligner system into their general practice\, and return to their patients ready to treat with confidence. \nSpeaker: Dr. Bruce McFarlane\n Dr. Bruce McFarlane is a distinguished orthodontist\, educator\, and mentor. Graduating from the University of Manitoba in 1984 with a Doctor of Dental Medicine and a Bachelor of Science\, he then obtained his master’s degree in Orthodontics from the University of Western Ontario in 1992. He is a fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and an American Board-Certified Specialist in Orthodontics. For the last 29 years\, he has been in private practice in Manitoba\, Ontario\, and California. \nA former assistant professor of Graduate Orthodontics at the University of Manitoba\, and accomplished author\, Dr. McFarlane has established himself as a prominent speaker and educator throughout North America and Europe. For many years he has shared his vast knowledge and experience through ICANDO Inc. and by working as a KOL\, speaker\, educator\, and consultant for Cerum Ortho Organizers\, and now\, Catapult Education. \n\nObjectives:\nUnderstand step-by-step clinical procedures\, from taking records to delivering aligners\, and monitoring your patients until case completion\nUnderstand diagnosis and treatment planning for clear aligners\, including working with labs and different technologies\nParticipate in the step-by-step clinical workflow: impressions\, digital scanning\, bonding attachments\, interproximal reduction (IPR)\, monitoring and troubleshooting\, refinement and revision for case finishing\, removing attachments and polishing\, and placing the patient in retention. \nDay One – Morning:\nThe History of Clear Aligner Therapy in Orthodontics\nAn analysis of market demand for Clear Aligners\nClear Aligner Case Selection\nClinical Examination and Diagnosis \nDay One – Afternoon:\nRecords Gathering\nSubmission of Records and Treatment Plan\nAnalysis of Virtual Predictions\nCase Modification and Acceptance \nDay Two – Morning:\nCase Delivery\nIPR\nAttachments\nElastics\nExecution and Troubleshooting\nFinishing and Retention \nDay Two – Afternoon:\nCase Gallery\nTransverse Change with Clear Aligner Hybrids\nA-P Change with Clear Aligner Hybrids\nConclusion and Call to Action \nWho Should Attend?\nThese hands-on programs were created for AGD Fellows aspiring to be AGD Masters\, but we’ve discovered that they may benefit all dentists\, from new graduates to seasoned practitioners. \nCE Credit:\n16 hours of participation credit for those who attend the 2 days of lecture and hands-on. 34 total hours of participation credit to those who attend the 2 days of lecture and hands-on\, complete the assigned protocol in their office\, and return to document the protocol assignment. \nWhen:\nFriday & Saturday\, September 26-27\, 2025 \n8:00AM – 12:00PM Lecture and/or Hands on \n12:00PM – 1:00PM Lunch \n1:00PM – 5:00PM Lecture and/or Hands-on \nProgram Site:\nGC America Inc \n3737 W 127th St\, \nAlsip\, IL 60803 708-371-7300 \nPrice:\nThe total tuition for Premasters for this course\,\, which includes the reporting session is $1075. MAGD’s receive a $100.00 discount and pay $975. Non-AGD member is $1175. Tuition includes continental breakfast and lunch Friday & Saturday\, and a banquet on Friday evening at 5:30PM. Please indicate on your registration whether you will be attending the banquet. Thank you. Friday night dinner is at Zachary’s Grill Located in: Westgate Valley Commons Address: 13415 S Ridgeland Ave\, Palos Heights\, IL 60463 Time: 5:30pm A shuttle can be arranged to Zachary’s Grill if needed with notice. \n Hotel Information:\nDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chicago-Alsip Address: 5000 W 127th St\, Alsip\, IL 60803 Phone: 800-222-8733 Rate: $121 + Tax \nShuttle from Midway Airport to the Hotel; 10 miles approximately 30 minutes. Reservations can be made online at www.ChicagoAlsip.DoubleTree.com\, or by calling 800-222-8733\, and referencing AC3 to obtain the discounted rate of $139 plus tax per room per night. Guests must make reservations by the cutoff date of 8/28/25.  (When you go to the website-put in your dates and then click on Special Rates and put in AC3 and it will go right to your room with the correct rate of $139. If you have Hilton points be sure to login in first.) If guest will be making the reservation after the cutoff date for each block indicated above\, then they must click on this link and the corporate code of 0560081829 should automatically populate the discounted rate assuming the hotel has rooms available to book. *Guestroom reservations must be cancelled 48 hrs. prior to arrival or your credit card will be billed. \n**Dr. Gibbs can arrange a Shuttle for the doctors from the Hotel to GC America at 7:15 am Friday and 7:30 am Saturday. A shuttle can be arranged to take people back to the hotel as well and to dinner on Friday.  Please email Dr. Jessica Gibbs at jessicagibbs@gmail.com if you will require Shuttle service \nGC America is 1.7 miles and approximately 8 minutes from the DoubleTree Hotel. \n Protocols-Note Protocols will be on Zoom until further notice.\nThe Illinois Academy of General Dentistry and the Wisconsin Academy of General Dentistry are pleased to present this program leading to Mastership certification in the Academy. To complete the Mastership Program\, candidates must enroll for 600 hours of continuing education\, 400 of which must be of participatory nature. \nProtocol Reporting Session via Zoom\nPlease RSVP to Dr. Jessica Gibbs at jessicagibbs@gmail.com by May 1\, 2024 to present protocol reports on Thursday\, September 16\, 2025 at 6:00pm.\nA Zoom link will be emailed to you. \n\n  \n  \n\nNEW DENTISTS!!! Three (3) full Scholarships will be made available at each program to AGD member dentists who have graduated less than 3 years ago! For more information contact: Dr. Jessica Gibbs at jessicagibbs@gmail.com or Maureen Kugel @ mkugel.ilagd@gmail.com. \n\n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.straumann.com/clearcorrect/en/patients.html\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.shofu.com/global/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.kettenbach-dental.us/\n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.gc.dental/america/ URL:https://ilagd.org/event/mastertrack-presents-clear-aligner-mini-residency/ LOCATION:GC America\, 3737 West 127th Street\, Alsip\, IL\, 60803\, United States CATEGORIES:Mastertrack END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250925T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250925T200000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20250415T223906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T223906Z UID:20043-1758823200-1758830400@ilagd.org SUMMARY:Protocol Presentations DESCRIPTION:Protocol reporting will now be done virtually by pre-arranging with the Mastertrack directors. Please RSVP to Dr. Jessica Gibbs to present protocol reports on past Mastertrack Sessions or for more information at jessicagibbs@gmail.com. \nZoom Virtual Meeting/Webinar \nProtocol Presentations \n\nProtocol presentations offer attendees the opportunity to more than double their CE participation hours earned per program. Please RSVP with Dr. Jessica Gibbs if you plan to report on a protocol assignment from a previous Mastertrack session.\nAs an aspiring Master in the AGD\, it is both an honor and an obligation to be able to share your knowledge and experiences with others. There is no better format to improve those presentation skills than with the protocol reporting sessions available to those who have taken a PACE/CERP approved participation course. The objective of taking a participation course and then doing a protocol session is to (1) instruct the participant in the practical application of a skill(s)\, (2) for the participant to do that procedure(s) in his/her office\, and (3) to then show the protocol facilitator (and others presenting that day) how this procedure was done by you.  In short: See it done\, Do it in your office\, and Teach others by showing what you have done. You will learn the most from the “teach” part of this triad! So\, what is the best way to “teach”? Tell the “story” about the case/s. Yes\, from “once upon a time” to “happily ever after” with all that went on between the two. The method is the same. Deliver this story so that each member of the audience can share the experience simultaneously. Suggestions: Do a PowerPoint presentation\, with good photos to support the “story”\, handouts\, models (or photos of the models)\, and a literature search to support the case. Remember that the story is first\, the photos support it. Not the other way around!**Sit in on a protocol session and see how others present. Emulate a style you like; others will like it\, too. \n\nThis might be an outline to follow: \n1. Title to describe what the presentation is about \n2. Patient chief complaint \n3. Medical/ Dental/Social history \n4. Pre-operative dental charting. \n5. Established need for treatment: Diagnosis(s) \n6. Prognosis \n7. Treatment plan with objectives & rationale for treatment provided \n8. Photographs\, radiographs\, and models (if applicable) of the case prior to starting treatment. \n9. Photographs\, radiographs\, and models as the case progresses \n10. What went right; what went wrong. \n11. Post treatment photographs\, radiographs\, and documentation. \n12. What was learned from this case? What would you do differently next time? \n\nThink about this as if you are a member of the audience and would like to know everything about the case. You want to know about the patient\, the problems\, the treatment plan and how it was carried out\, the problems encountered and how they were solved (or not)\, the materials used\, the final result and how you would do the case if given another chance. You have information others need! Develop the skill to share it! Click Here for Frequently Asked Questions about our IL & WI Mastertrack Protocols Protocol presentations offer attendees to more than double their CE participation hours earned per program. \nFor more information or if you plan to present a protocol\, please contact Dr. Jessica Gibbs at jessicagibbs@gmail.com. URL:https://ilagd.org/event/protocol-presentations-10/ LOCATION:Zoom Virtual meeting/Webinar\, United States CATEGORIES:Mastertrack ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/Mastertrack-color-coded-text.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250905T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250905T183000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20250612T191304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T191317Z UID:21055-1757089800-1757097000@ilagd.org SUMMARY:ILAGD Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:ILAGD Board Meeting:\nThe Illinois Academy of General Dentistry Board of Directors \nThe Illinois Academy is incorporated in the State of Illinois as a not-for-profit organization. \nThe IL AGD Board of Trustees is mandated to meet twice a year\, but normally meets four times a year. The purpose of the Academy is to serve the needs\, to represent the interests\, and to foster \nthe continued proficiency of the general dentist through quality continuing education in order to better serve and promote the oral health of the public. \nThe IL AGD Board of Trustees is composed of dentist member volunteers that are committed to the mission and vision of the AGD.  The Board of Trustees are charged to: \n1.Determine the mission and purpose of the organization. It is the board’s responsibility to create and review the statement of mission and purpose that articulates the organization’s goals and means. \n2.Select the organization’s support staff. The Board must reach consensus on the staff’s responsibilities and undertake a careful search to find the most qualified individual for the positions. \n3.Support and evaluate the staff. The board ensures that the staff has the moral and professional support he or she needs to further the goals of the organization. \n4.Ensure effective planning. The Board must actively participate in an overall planning process and assist in implementing and monitoring the plan’s goals. \n5.Monitor and strengthen programs and services. The board’s responsibility is to determine which programs are consistent with the organization’s mission and monitor their effectiveness. \n6.Ensure adequate financial resources. One of the board’s foremost responsibilities is to secure adequate resources for the organization to fulfill its mission. \n7.Protect assets and provide proper financial oversight. The board must assist in developing the annual budget and ensuring that proper financial controls are in place. \n8.Build a competent board. All boards have a responsibility to articulate prerequisites for candidates\, orient new members\, and periodically and comprehensively evaluate their own performance. URL:https://ilagd.org/event/ilagd-board-meeting-37/ CATEGORIES:Board Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilagd.org/wp-content/uploads/ILAGD-color-coded-text1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250905T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250905T160000 DTSTAMP:20261114T053118 CREATED:20250501T185504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T231532Z UID:19961-1757059200-1757088000@ilagd.org SUMMARY:CHICAGO AGD SEMINAR SERIES 2025-26 DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Chicago AGD Seminar Series 2025-26!\nYou can purchase the Chicago AGD Season Pass 2025-2026 at the bottom of this page…  \nWelcome to the vibrant and innovative world of the Chicago Academy of General Dentistry (CAGD)! As a vital branch of the Illinois AGD\, we take pride in curating the renowned Chicago AGD Seminar Series\, where dental professionals come together to expand their knowledge\, skills\, and network. Join us in this dynamic community dedicated to excellence in dental education and advancement. \nBeginning 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. \nWe found experts in the areas of \n· Rapid Effective Treatment Planning \n· Basics of Implantology with (engaged learning demonstration) \n· The Best Practices to Get Off of PPO’s & Have More Freedom \n· Demystifying Hard and Soft Tissue Grafting \nthat will prove interesting and beneficial to our patients and in the subjects of interest to AGD members. \nThe 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. \nHere at CAGD\, we are truly honored to have the steadfast support of our esteemed sponsors who have graciously joined forces with us to empower and uplift dentists in their unwavering dedication to learning and excellence in our everyday routines. Their ongoing commitment is the cornerstone of our success\, and we are deeply appreciative of their invaluable contribution. It is through their generosity and collaboration that we are able to deliver the exceptional standard of education that has enriched our journey over the years. \nSincerely\, \nDr. Deepa Williams\n2025-2026 Program Chair \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRapid Effective Treatment Planning – Season Pass #1\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Speaker: Dr. Lincoln Harris\nWhen: September 5\, 2025 (8am – 4pm) – 7 Hours Lecture\nLocation: Gibson’s Bar & Steakhouse in Oak Brook \n  \n  \nCourse Description: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTraditional treatment planning often ignores challenges like financial constraints\, patient decision-making\, and communication breakdowns. RETP addresses these challenges head-on\, equipping you with the skills to increase production\, reduce legal risks\, and improve patient outcomes. On average\, dentists who complete this course increase their production by 15% immediately\, with many doubling or tripling their results within a year all while providing ethical\, high-quality care. \nAttendees will learn: \n\nConfidently plan treatments in minutes\, from simple to complex cases.\nAdapt to financial and insurance constraints without compromising care.\nMaster communication to increase case acceptance and reduce legal risk.\nAccelerate your career by improving decision-making and efficiency.\n\nClick here if you’d like to register for this course “a la carte” \nOR Scroll to the bottom to register for the Season Pass \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHands on Implants- Season Pass #2\n Speaker: Dr. Hardee Patel\nWhen: November 1\, 2025 (8 am – 3:30pm) – 7 Hours Lecture\nLocation: Gibson’s Bar & Steakhouse in Oak Brook \n  \n  \n  \n  \nCourse Description: \nPredictable placement of single implants with proper case selection and complications. The models will allow you to place implants in four different types of bone. \n  \nClick here if you’d like to register for this course “a la carte”. \nOR Scroll to the bottom to register for the Season Pass \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Best Practices to Get Off of PPOs & amp; Have More Freedom– Season Pass #3\n\n\n\n Speaker: Kirk Behrendt \nWhen: March 6\, 2026 (8 am – 4pm) – 7 Hours Lecture \nLocation: Gibson’s Bar & Steakhouse in Oak Brook \n  \n  \nCourse Objectives: \nEliminating or reducing your PPOs could possibly be the most important decision you’ll make in your\ncareer. There are no shortcuts and the only way to do this successfully is to do it the right way. Join us\nfor this valuable lecture in which Kirk Behrendt walks you through the roadmap of how to do it carefully\nand predictability.\n● See the mindset needed when making this strategic decision\n● Discover the data you must collect in order to learn your business strengths and weaknesses\n● Learn the foundational & operational steps that need to be in place for the process to work\n● See what research is required to fully understand your own unique insurance exposure\n● Start the action steps to reduce some or all of your insurance dependence \n  \nClick here if you only want to register for this course “a la carte”. \n\n\n\nOR Scroll to the bottom to register for the Season Pass \n\n\n\n\nDemystifying Hard and Soft Tissue Grafting – Season Pass #4\n Speaker: Dr. Saurabh Mohandas Kamat \nWhen: May 1\, 2026 (8 am – 4pm) – 7 Hours Lecture \n\n\n\nLocation: Gibson’s Bar & Steakhouse in Oak Brook \n  \n  \nCourse Objectives: \nIn this lecture you will learn: \nWhen to graft and when not to. 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