Tennessee Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
2343 Washington Avenue
Evansville, IN 47714
Phone: 812.479.0229
Tennessee Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry: Our Meetings
At TNACD, we give our members the opportunity to learn from, and interact with, some of the most respected dental clinicians and technicians in the world. We work to advance all of our members’ expertise by providing continuing education opportunities through world-class meetings and courses. To register for an upcoming meeting or for more information about becoming a member, contact us today.
Upcoming Courses:
• January 27, 2012 – 11th Annual Winter Seminar – Robin Crow
EVOLVE OR DIE - Seven Ways to Help Revitalize Your Practice
Are you and your staff tired of going to the same type meetings, technically great but inspirationally adrift? Are you being dragged down by the holiday relapse and the short, cold days of winter? The TNACD has the cure for your entire staff! Throw away the winter blues and get moving with a phenomenal educational and motivational performance by Nashville’s own Robin Crow. He is a major national speaker with over 2000 presentations and owner of Dark Horse Recording, studio for the stars of Country Music, including Taylor Swift, Keith Urbane, Tim McGraw and many others. Robin has one of the most unique and memorable approaches ever seen in delivering to you the steps in revitalizing your practice in the most challenging of time and providing to you the motivation to get there. Do not miss the opportunity.
Please join us at the Richland Country Club in Brentwood, TN on Jan 27th for a most entertaining day. We will be starting at 9:00am and it is important that everyone be on time. Registration and light breakfast will start at 8:00 and as always, a great lunch by the folks at Richland will be provided. If there is anything we can do to answer questions or facilitate you registration, contact us at your convenience. Bring your entire staff prepared to be entertained and enlightened by a truly great performance. Just as Robin, the TNACD is all about exceeding your expectations.
Place: Richland Country Club in Brentwood, TN.
• February 18, 2012 – Dr. George E. Kirtley
A Beautiful Smile in Today’s Economy
*If you missed his highly praised program last year, this is another opportunity to discover how to incorporate sophisticated cosmetic dentistry into your practice.*
The initial focus of this lecture appeals to the artistic aspect of dentistry, through understanding the interrelationship between the face and the smile/teeth in designing a smile.
This lecture entails the preoperative analysis of a patient’s smile through the use of digital photography and the use of Envision A Smile cosmetic imaging software. It addresses the successful methods and techniques used in consultations to present the possibilities of cosmetic dental procedures to the inquiring patient, and how to make relaxed, rewarding presentations to the patient.
Additionally, this lecture will take into consideration the challenging economic times and the esthetic procedures that can still be provided on a budget. Awareness of these opportunities enables us to provide less costly alternatives to our inquiring patients. Examples of esthetic denture design, gingival contouring, esthetic tooth contouring, and even adjunctive procedures such as Botox and Dermal Fillers will be presented to address the economic challenge.
George E. Kirtley, DDS, started his practice in Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Indianapolis, Ind., more than 30 years ago. He received his degree from Indiana University in 1978 and in 1987 graduated from the Midwest Institute of Implantology. Dr. Kirtley continues to treat patients and educate dentists at the Midwest Center for Advanced Dental Education as well as internationally.
Dr. Kirtley is presently one of only two dentists in the world who have been accredited by both the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He received Reality Publishing’s Four-Star Award for developing Envision A Smile cosmetic imaging software in 2010. The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry presented Dr. Kirtley with special recognition for Envision A Smile for advancing the art and science of cosmetic dentistry. He has presented lectures and hands-on workshops in eight countries including the United States. Dr. Kirtley has been featured in several dental journals and publications for his work and continuing education.
Place: University of Tennessee Health Science Center - Memphis, TN.
Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
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• March 25, 2012 – Dr. Bern Villadiego
Dr. Bern Villadiego, a master in the art of clinical photography, will be conducting a workshop for both intraoral and facial photography. This will be ideal for those just getting started and for those that need to seriously upgrade their technique. We will also have TNACD members presenting clinical cases for review and critique. This is one of the most effective ways of increasing your artistic ability and a refined clinical “eye”. Richland Country Club – March 25th. Call to reserve a spot.
Additional Courses:
There are several more courses in the planning phases. If you have an interest in any subject area, please let our officers know. We may be able to put together a program to address the specific interests of our members.
Past Speakers:
Dr. Brian LaSage - Contemporary Esthetic Dentistry: Combining Sound Esthetics with Minimally Invasive Restorative Dentistry Principles.
What does the dental professional need to be aware of and what does the dental literature manifest that can guide us to predictable esthetic results? Have you ever thought about the nuances of smile design that you use every day, without even thinking about it.
Dr. Brian P. LeSage graduated magna cum laude with the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Dental Society award from the University of Maryland, Baltimore College of Dental Surgery in 1983. Dr. LeSage has actively integrated academic pursuits with a private practice, first in Washington D.C., and now for the last 20 years in Beverly Hills, California, emphasizing aesthetic and reconstructive dentistry.
Dr. LeSage is one of 303 accredited cosmetic dentists in the worldwide American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). In 1995, he was appointed a Consultant and Examiner for the AACD accreditation process. He was awarded the status of Fellow in the AACD, in 2002, he is presently the Fellowship Chair for the academy. He was awarded the Excellence in Cosmetic Dental Education Award by the academy in 2009, and was inducted as a member of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry also in 2009.
Dr. Dennis Tarnow - “Esthetic and Implant Dentistry Controversies and Innovations”
Implant dentistry is evolving into a more predictable form of therapy, and new techniques when appropriately selected and applied allow for even greater esthetic results. At the same time, these new techniques continue to raise questions that demand considerable knowledge of the variables regarding their use. The choices are there but do not come easy.
This program addressed and answered those controversial issues as they relate to papillary maintence, early loading, membranes, grafting, immediate utilization and more. The enhanced knowledge of these techniques added to the already advanced knowledge of cosmetics will make a great esthetic restorative combination for you and better and more predictably satisfying outcomes for your patients.
Dr Tarnow is currently clinical Professor of Periodonology and Director of Implant Education at Columbia school of Dental Medicine and is the former chairman of the Dept. of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry at NYU, and has a wing named after him at New York University. A diplomat of the American Board of Periodontology, Master Clinician Award from the American Academy of Periodentology, and Teacher of the year award from NYU are but a few of his career achievements. Dr Tarnow maintains a private practice in Manhatten while continuing to publish articles, co-author texts ( Aesthetic Restorative Dentistry, 2008 ) and lecture extensively in the US and internationally in over 30 countries.
Dr. Pascal Magne - “Bonded Restorations in the Anterior Dentition”
Dr. Pascal Magne is an Associate Professor with Tenure and the Don and Sybil Harrington Foundation Chair of Esthetic Dentistry in the Division of Primary Oral Health Care, University of Southern California, School of Dentistry (USCSD), Los Angeles.
Dr. Magne graduated from the University of Geneva Dental School, Switzerland, in 1989 with a Med. Dent. obtained his Doctorate in 1992 and his Ph.D. degree in 2002. He received postgraduate training in fixed prosthodontics and occlusion, operative dentistry and endodontics, and was a lecturer at the same university beginning in 1989 until 1997. From 1997-1999, he was a Visiting Associate Professor at the Minnesota Dental Research Center for Biomaterials and Biomechanics, University of Minnesota, School of Dentistry. After concluding two years of research, Dr. Magne returned to University of Geneva Dental School and assumed the position of Senior Lecturer in the Division of Fixed Prosthodontics and Occlusion until his departure for USCSD in February 2004.
Dr. Magne is a recipient of multiple awards from the Swiss Science Foundation, the Swiss Foundation for Medical-Biological Grants, and was the recipient of the 2002 Young Investigator Award from the International Association for Dental Research. He is also the author of numerous clinical and research articles on esthetics and adhesive dentistry and is an internationally known lecturer on these topics. Furthermore, Dr. Magne authored the book Bonded Porcelain Restorations in the Anterior Dentition - A Biomimetic Approach which has been translated into eight languages and is considered one of the most outstanding books in the field of adhesive and esthetic dentistry.
Dr. John Cranham - “The Cosmetic-Occlusal Connection”
This program was designed to help the general practitioner take his or her dentistry to the next level. Through Powerpoint and video demonstration, each participant learned to apply the timeless principles of the Dawson Center’s Concept of Complete Dentistry series and to map out and sequence an appropriate course of treatment. Dr. John C. Cranham has a contemporary dental practice in Chesapeake, Virginia, focusing on cosmetic, restorative and implant services. He is the Clinical Director of The Dawson Academy where he is involved with many of the lecture and hands-on courses within the curriculum. Dr. Cranham is an internationally recognized speaker on the Esthetic Principles of Smile Design, Contemporary Occlusal Concepts, Treatment Planning, Restoration Selection, Digital Photography, Laboratory Communication, and Happiness and Fulfillment in Dentistry.
Dr Elliot Mechanic - “Artistic Smile Design: Facial Changes through Dental Temporization”
Techniques and the restorative process from impression taking to insertion of case were addressed. Elliot Mechanic, BSc, D.D.S. practices esthetic dentistry in Montreal, Canada. He received his Bachelor of Science (1975) and Doctor of Dental Surgery (1979) degrees from McGill University. Dr Mechanic is the esthetic editor of Canada’s “Oral Health” dental journal and is on the editorial board of Dentistry Today. He also is the co-founder of the Canadian Academy for Esthetic Dentistry, Program coordinator of the University of Toronto Advanced Restorative Continuum, and is recognized as a leader in continuing dental education.
David S. Hornbrook, DDS, FAACD - “Hot Topics in Aesthetic and Restorative Dentistry”
Dr. David Hornbrook discussed our options for aesthetic, metal-free dentistry for our patients in applications including smile design, posterior restorative, bridge applications, and full mouth rehabilitation. The session included updates of dentinal adhesion, ideal cementation of the new materials using the new resin cements, and addressing the role function plays in our decision making.
Dr. Hornbrook graduated from UCLA School of dentistry and currently practices in San Diego CA. He has been a guest faculty member of the post-graduate programs in Cosmetic Dentistry at Baylor, Tufts, SUNY at Buffalo, UMKC, and the UCLA Center of Cosmetic Dentistry. He has consulted with numerous manufacturers’ in product development and refinement and is on the editorial board of Practical Procedures & Aesthetic Dentistry, Contemporary Esthetics, Signature, and is the past editor of the Journal of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He is also the current clinical editor of the Dental Practice Report, as well as a member of the Esthetic Dentistry Research Group, which publishes REALITY and REALITY NOW. He is an accredited member and Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He was the founder and past director of P.A.C.~live, and is now the director of “The Hornbrook Group Aesthetic Seminars”. He has lectured internationally on all facets of esthetic dentistry and has published articles in most of the leading dental journals.
Dr. Rich Masek - "No Longer a Diamond in the Rough - The Many Facets of Chairside CAD/CAM"
Dr. Rich Masek is a 1992 Accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry. He is the CE Director and Founding Faculty Member of Dentistry by Design, Inc., established in 1993 to provide all levels of training for high tech continuing dental education, CEREC and CAD/CAM technologies to the professional community. Dr. Masek is the President of the Academy Of CAD/CAM Dentistry and Vice President of the International Society of Computerized Dentistry. He is certified as a trainer by the International Society for Computerized Dentistry (ISCD) and is a world recognized authority on the CEREC system, presenting seminars locally and internationally for hands-on CAD/CAM & Cosmetic dentistry.
The course covered the benefits of chairside CAD/CAM, an overview of the entire CEREC process, discussion of various CEREC Myths. Handling of specific clinical situations and techniques involved with prep design, tissue management, optical impressions, design steps, the milling process materials, characterization and cementation round out the presentation. Case selection, preparation guidelines, material selection and esthetic modification were covered through case presentations.
Dr. Dennis Wells "Prepless Veneers"
Dr. Dennis J. Wells, an internationally respected cosmetic dentist and educator and one of our own, was our guest speaker at the January 2009 meeting of the Tennessee Chapter of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Wells has served as an examiner in the accreditation process of the AACD and was the founding president of our Tennessee chapter.
Dr. Wells shared his specific skills, techniques and insights of the prepless DURAthin veneer technique. His pioneering efforts with DURAthin veneers were recognized by the AACD in 2008 where he was presented with the Award for Outstanding Scientific Advancement in Cosmetic Dentistry.
Dr. Larry Rosenthal
Dr. Larry Rosenthal, operating out of his practice in New York City, has built an international reputation for his expertise in cosmetic dentistry. He is an accredited member of the AACD, Director of the Aesthetic Continuum at the Rosenthal Institute and the Eastman Dental College in London. His knowledge has landed him on the advisory board of numerous companies, the assistant editor for the AACD Journal, the editorial board of Compendium's CERP, and many others. He is also the director of Aesthetic Advantage, a company devoted to hands-on education and dental education products. Dr. Rosenthal’s claim to fame rests on his ability to relate his philosophy, experience, expertise, and enthusiasm to the general public. He is indeed one of the faces of cosmetic dentistry.
Dr. Dennis Hartlieb
“Direct Composite Veneers”
Direct composite application in anterior cases is the training ground and the ultimate final ground in conservative aesthetics. This meeting was located at the Cool Springs Embassy Suites in Cool Springs, Tennessee. Please click on the image above to view before and after pictures from Dr. Hartlieb.
Katherine Eitel “The Lioness Principle”
This course, centered around cosmetic dentistry and practice-management issues, was held in Franklin, Tennessee. This was an excellent meeting for doctors and staff members.
“Functional Occlusion I: Science Driven Management, Restorative Predictability, and Longevity” featuring Dr. John Kois
John Kois is one of the world's leading prosthodontists, lecturing nationally and internationally while maintaining a prosthodontics practice in Washington. His demonstrative understanding of occlusal principles in restorative and reconstructive dentistry has made him a speaker in incredibly high demand. He was the 2002 recipient of the Saul Schluger Memorial Award for Clinical Excellence in Diagnosis and Treatment Planning. In addition to participation with numerous publications and educational institutions, he is the director of the Kois Center, a didactic and clinical teaching program. John is truly a teacher of teachers.
“Success by Design” featuring Pinhas Adar
Master ceramist Pinhas Adar studied originally in Tel Aviv and then with the acclaimed Willi Geller in Zurich. With 30 years of experience, he practices, teaches, and does research out of his laboratory in Atlanta, Georgia. Specializing in the many facets of porcelain aesthetic restorations, his lab is a Center for Oral Design International. Mr. Adar has presented programs around the world, is published in numerous journals, and is on the editorial board of numerous publications. Of particular distinction, he was the first ceramist to address the international meeting of the American College of Prosthodontists. In addition, Mr. Adar has contributed to numerous texts and has produced numerous educational DVDs for the dental industry. He has truly been an educator of the highest order.
Our Facilities:
Most of our meetings are held in Cool Springs, Tennessee, a suburb of Nashville. Located on Interstate 65 near the CoolSprings Galleria, the TNACD meeting facilities are in the largest retail area in middle Tennessee. The city of Brentwood offers numerous recreational activities as well as the charming Town Center with more than a hundred retail businesses. A weekend in Cool Springs for a TNACD meeting is a fun opportunity for the whole family.
Contact TNACD to Register for a Meeting
If you are interested in registering for an upcoming meeting, or to suggest a topic or speaker for a future course, please contact TNACD today! Doctors and their entire staff will benefit from attending one of our informative, fun meetings.