Classification and Diagnosis of Periodontal and Peri-Implant Diseases- Thursday, September 12, 2024

Speakers:  Dr. Ryan Schure &  Dr. Siavash Hassanpour

Core 1 - 3 CE Points

Location: Hyatt Place Toronto/ Mississauga Centre - 5787 Hurontario St, Mississauga, ON L4Z 2H7

Parking is Free

Business attire (no scrubs please)

Agenda:

5:30 - 6:30 pm Registration and Dinner

6:30 - 6:45 pm HPDA announcements and updates

6:45 - 9:00 pm Lecture

9:00 - 9:15 pm Q&A

Course Description:

The classification and diagnosis of periodontal diseases is an important process for each patient encountered in a general dental practice setting. This course will highlight the changes in the 2018 update of the classification system and introduce participants to a step-wise method for applying the system and developing a diagnostic statement.

A variety of common periodontal diseases and conditions will be illustrated using case-based approach to diagnosis.

Learning objectives:

- understand the different types of periodontal and peri-implant disease

- be able to apply staging and grading to a diagnosis of periodontitis

- use clinical findings to develop a periodontal diagnosis

- implement the step-wise approach to classifying periodontal and peri-implant diseases in a general practice setting

Presenters Bio:

 Dr. Ryan Schure, DDS, MSc (Perio), FRCD(C)

Dr. Ryan Schure earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Toronto in 2010. He went on to complete his Master of Science degree with advanced training in periodontology and implant surgery at the University of Toronto. His research on the relationships between cardiovascular diseases and periodontal diseases has been published and presented at international meetings. Dr. Schure is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and a Diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, and works in a large multidisciplinary specialty practice in Toronto. He is currently on the executive of the North Toronto Dental Society and the Alpha Omega Dental Society. He is also an Assistant Professor and course director at the University at Buffalo’s School of Dental Medicine.

Dr. Siavash Hassanpour, HBSc, MSc, DDS, MSc (Perio), FRCD(C)

Dr. Hassanpour graduated from the University of Toronto in 2008 with a degree in Cellular and Molecular Biology (HBSc). In 2010, Dr. Hassanpour entered the Doctor of Dental Surgery program at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto. Dr. Hassanpour entered the Periodontology Speciality program in 2014 and earned his specialty training and degree in Periodontics (MSc Perio) at the University of Toronto in 2017. Dr. Hassanpour is a licensed periodontal specialist and a board-certified periodontist. He has a practice limited to Periodontology in North York and is a part-time clinical instructor at the University of Toronto’s Graduate Periodontology Clinic. Dr. Hassanpour is a past-president of the Toronto Central Dental Society, and is the president of the Ontario Society of Periodontology.

HPDA members attend for free

Non-members welcome for $175.

This course is open to all dentists in Ontario.

Please note the lecture starts at 6:45 pm sharp. Attendees who are 15 minutes late or more will not be eligible for Category 1 credits, but will instead receive Category 2 credits. 

HPDA Annual Member Celebration Gala and New Member Night*

Theme: Work-Life Harmony

Date: Thursday, September 26, 2024

Time: 6:00 - 10:00 pm

• Cocktail Hour …..6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
• Dinner and Entertainment ….. 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
• DJ and Dance…..9:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Attire: Business Formal

Location: Harding Waterfront Estate - 2700 Lakeshore Rd W, Mississauga, ON L5J 0B4

Parking is Free

Fees:

– Free for HPDA Members (includes admission and dinner)

- Guest of HPDA Member - $99 + hst

– Non members welcome** for $149 + hst 

*New Member Orientation is by invitation only between 5:00 - 6:00 pm at the same location

*"Provided seating is available

State-of-the-Art Evidence-Based Endodontics - Thursday, October 17, 2023

Category 2 - 3 CE Points 

Speaker:  Dr. Rony Dagher

Location: Hyatt Place Toronto/ Mississauga Centre - 5787 Hurontario St, Mississauga, ON L4Z 2H7

Parking is Free

Business attire (no scrubs please)

Agenda:

5:30 - 6:30 pm Registration and Dinner

6:30 - 6:45 pm HPDA announcements and updates

6:45 - 9:00 pm Lecture

Separate registration is required for Friday's hands-on  workshop 

Course Description:

Learning Objective

Presenter Bio:  

Dr. Rony E. Dagher is a certified dental specialist in Endodontics. Dr. Dagher graduated with a Bachelor of Sciences degree from the University of Toronto, Ontario, and received his D.D.S. from Case Western University in 1995, where he was awarded numerous awards in clinical Dentistry. He taught at the University of Toronto Dental School for several years while practicing general dentistry in a private office setting where he gained valuable experience in Operative, prosthetic and cosmetic Dentistry. He completed a 3-year Masters residency at the University of Toronto’s post-graduate endodontic program.

Dr. Dagher owns and operates hi private practice, Endodontic Solutions in Mississauga Ontario and currently maintains an affiliation with the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto, in teaching endodontics to dental students. He has a special interest in working with the operating microscope for endodontic procedures. He served as an RCDC Endodontic examiner for many years. He currently lectures locally and internationally on various Endodontic Topics such as Traumatic Dental injuries, the latest diagnostic and patient management techniques, and state-of-the-art efficient and predictable endodontic therapy.

Dr. Dagher enjoys skiing, golfing and hiking and spending time with his family. He is also involved many community programs raising funds and organizing events to help local and international children's agencies.

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Morning Hands-On Workshop  - State-of-the-Art Evidence-Based Endodontics - Friday, October 18, 2023

Due to the limited  hands-on workshop capacity, we offer two identical sessions to choose from - morning or afternoon

Category 2 - 3 CE Points 

Speaker:  Dr. Rony Dagher

Location: Hyatt Place Toronto/ Mississauga Centre - 5787 Hurontario St, Mississauga, ON L4Z 2H7

Parking is Free

Agenda:

8:00 am - 9:00 am Registration and Breakfast

9:00 am - 12:00 pm Workshop

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Lunch

Exclusive event for the HPDA Members only

Registration Fee: $99 + HST

Course Description:

Obturation:

State-of-the-art, centrally condensed gutta-percha technologies vs. single-cone techniques.

Presenter Bio:  

Dr. Rony E. Dagher is a certified dental specialist in Endodontics. Dr. Dagher graduated with a Bachelor of Sciences degree from the University of Toronto, Ontario, and received his D.D.S. from Case Western University in 1995, where he was awarded numerous awards in clinical Dentistry. He taught at the University of Toronto Dental School for several years while practicing general dentistry in a private office setting where he gained valuable experience in Operative, prosthetic and cosmetic Dentistry. He completed a 3-year Masters residency at the University of Toronto’s post-graduate endodontic program.

Dr. Dagher owns and operates hi private practice, Endodontic Solutions in Mississauga Ontario and currently maintains an affiliation with the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto, in teaching endodontics to dental students. He has a special interest in working with the operating microscope for endodontic procedures. He served as an RCDC Endodontic examiner for many years. He currently lectures locally and internationally on various Endodontic Topics such as Traumatic Dental injuries, the latest diagnostic and patient management techniques, and state-of-the-art efficient and predictable endodontic therapy.

Dr. Dagher enjoys skiing, golfing and hiking and spending time with his family. He is also involved many community programs raising funds and organizing events to help local and international children's agencies.

Sponsored by                                            

Afternoon Hands-On Workshop  - State-of-the-Art Evidence-Based Endodontics - Friday, October 18, 2023

Due to the limited  hands-on workshop capacity, we offer two identical sessions to choose from - morning or afternoon

Category 2 - 3 CE Points 

Speaker:  Dr. Rony Dagher

Location: Hyatt Place Toronto/ Mississauga Centre - 5787 Hurontario St, Mississauga, ON L4Z 2H7

Parking is Free

Agenda:

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Lunch and Registration

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Workshop

Exclusive event for the HPDA Members only

Registration Fee: $99 + HST

Course Description:

Obturation:

State-of-the-art, centrally condensed gutta-percha technologies vs. single-cone techniques.

Presenter Bio:  

Dr. Rony E. Dagher is a certified dental specialist in Endodontics. Dr. Dagher graduated with a Bachelor of Sciences degree from the University of Toronto, Ontario, and received his D.D.S. from Case Western University in 1995, where he was awarded numerous awards in clinical Dentistry. He taught at the University of Toronto Dental School for several years while practicing general dentistry in a private office setting where he gained valuable experience in Operative, prosthetic and cosmetic Dentistry. He completed a 3-year Masters residency at the University of Toronto’s post-graduate endodontic program.

Dr. Dagher owns and operates hi private practice, Endodontic Solutions in Mississauga Ontario and currently maintains an affiliation with the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto, in teaching endodontics to dental students. He has a special interest in working with the operating microscope for endodontic procedures. He served as an RCDC Endodontic examiner for many years. He currently lectures locally and internationally on various Endodontic Topics such as Traumatic Dental injuries, the latest diagnostic and patient management techniques, and state-of-the-art efficient and predictable endodontic therapy.

Dr. Dagher enjoys skiing, golfing and hiking and spending time with his family. He is also involved many community programs raising funds and organizing events to help local and international children's agencies.

Sponsored by                                            

Business of Dentistry Series: Financials- Thursday, November 7, 2024

Speaker: Rohit Prajapati

Category 3 - 3 CE Points

Location: Hyatt Place Toronto/ Mississauga Centre - 5787 Hurontario St, Mississauga, ON L4Z 2H7

Parking is Free

Business attire (no scrubs please)

Agenda:

5:30 - 6:30 pm Registration and Dinner

6:30 - 6:45 pm HPDA announcements and updates

6:45 - 9:00 pm Lecture

Course Description: Financial Statements / Basic Accounting / Business Plans

HPDA members attend for free 

Staff of HPDA Members - $99

Non-members welcome for $175

Leadership in Dentistry - Essential tools for the highly functional leader- Thursday, November 28, 2024

Category 3 – 3 CE Points

Speaker: Dr. Sally Safa

Location: Hyatt Place Toronto/ Mississauga Centre - 5787 Hurontario St, Mississauga, ON L4Z 2H7

Parking is Free

Business attire (no scrubs please)

HPDA Members - free 

HPDA Members can register their staff at a special rate of $99 per staff member 

Agenda:

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Registration and Dinner

6:30 pm - 6:45 pm Welcome and Announcements

6:45 pm - 9:00 pm Lecture

Course Description:

Leadership is an essential skill that must be learned, but is often not taught in dental school. Dentists are challenged and expected to lead every day in many aspects of our professional lives. In this lecture, we will explore key leadership topics and discover actionable leadership skills and tools that can be immediately implemented in daily practice.

Learning objectives:

1. Most dentists manage instead of lead. Gain in depth understanding and differentiating between management versus leadership

2. Learning different leadership styles with a focus on Human Centered Leadership (HCL) and its application in dentistry

3. Insight into emotional intelligence and self-awareness to better lead oneself before leading others

Presenters Bio:

Dr. Sally Safa is a board certified Periodontist working in Toronto and an alumna of the University of Toronto where she also teaches in the Faculty of Dentistry. She lectures nationally and internationally in the topics of emotional intelligence including mindfulness based stress reduction and leadership training.  

Charity Winter Social Fundraiser

Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2024

Time: 7-9 pm

Location: Planet Bowl - 5555 Eglinton Ave W, Etobicoke, ON M9C 5M1

What's in your toolbox? Making the most of your diagnostic tools in Oral Radiology, Oral Medicine and Oral Pathology- Thursday, January 9, 2025

Speakers:  Dr. Kristina Perschbacher &  Dr. Susanne Perschbacher

Core 1 - 3 CE Points

Location: Hyatt Place Toronto/ Mississauga Centre - 5787 Hurontario St, Mississauga, ON L4Z 2H7

Parking is Free

Business attire (no scrubs please)

Agenda:

5:30 - 6:30 pm Registration and Dinner

6:30 - 6:45 pm HPDA announcements and updates

6:45 - 9:00 pm Lecture

9:00 - 9:15 pm Q&A

Course Description:

Learning objectives:

Presenters Bio:

 Dr. Kristina Perschbacher is a specialist in Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine. She is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada. The majority of Kristina's time is spent seeing patients in private Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine practice. She also teaches in the undergraduate oral pathology and post graduate pathology and oral radiology programs at the University of Toronto.

Dr. Susanne Perschbacher is an Oral and Maxillofacial Radiologist dividing her time between Oral Radiology practice and teaching at University of Toronto. She is also a consultant at SickKids Hospital. She is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology and a lead author of the textbook “Diagnostic Imaging: Oral and Maxillofacial”.

HPDA members attend for free

Non-members welcome for $175.

This course is open to all dentists in Ontario.

Please note the lecture starts at 6:45 pm sharp. Attendees who are 15 minutes late or more will not be eligible for Category 1 credits, but will instead receive Category 2 credits. 

ODA & RCDSO Night – Thursday, January 23, 2025

Category 3 – 3 CE Points

Speakers: ODA President, Dr. Maneesh Jain & RCDSO Registrar & CEO, Mr. Dan Faulkner

ODA and RCDSO updates followed by questions and answers.

Location: Hyatt Place Toronto/ Mississauga Centre - 5787 Hurontario St, Mississauga, ON L4Z 2H7

Parking is Free

Business attire (no scrubs please)

Agenda:

5:30 - 6:30 pm Registration, Dinner and Networking

6:30 – 6:45 pm Announcements

6:45 – 9:00 pm ODA & RCDSO updates  

Veneers - Thursday, February 6, 2024

Category 2 - 3 CE Points 

Speaker:  Dr. Sol Weiss

Location: Hyatt Place Toronto/ Mississauga Centre - 5787 Hurontario St, Mississauga, ON L4Z 2H7

Parking is Free

Business attire (no scrubs please)

Agenda:

5:30 - 6:30 pm Registration and Dinner

6:30 - 6:45 pm HPDA announcements and updates

6:45 - 9:00 pm Lecture

Course Description:

Learning Objective

Presenter Bio:  

Sponsored by  ADL Dental Laboratories         

Business of Dentistry Series: Social Media Mastery for Dental Practices: Striking the Perfect Balance between AI and Human Connection- Thursday, February 20, 2025

Category 3 - 3 CE Points

Speaker: Natalia Porras

Location: Hyatt Place Toronto/ Mississauga Centre - 5787 Hurontario St, Mississauga, ON L4Z 2H7

Parking is Free

Business attire (no scrubs please)

Agenda:

5:30 - 6:30 pm Registration and Dinner

6:30 - 6:45 pm HPDA announcements and updates

6:45 - 9:00 pm Lecture

Learning Objectives:

• Integrate best practices in social media marketing tailored specifically for dental clinics.
• Gain practical knowledge and step-by-step guidance from Nathalia Porras on effectively harnessing AI for your practice’s social media marketing.
• Find the optimal balance between AI's functionality and maintaining human touchpoints.
• Acquire insights into the challenges and limitations associated with AI usage in the context of dental social media marketing and develop strategies to overcome them.
• Efficiently manage patient inquiries with the use of AI.
• Build your online marketing roadmap for the next 6 months.
• Audit your current Instagram profile and get ideas on how to improve it.
• Create a seamless video strategy for producing engaging video content efficiently.
• Set metrics and KPIs to measure results and pivot as needed.

HPDA members attend for free 

Staff of HPDA Members - $99

Non-members welcome for $175

Business of Dentistry Series: Cradle to Grave - Financial Journey in the Dentist's Professional Life- Thursday, March 27, 2025

Category 3 - 3 CE Points

Speaker: David Chong Yen

Location: Hyatt Place Toronto/ Mississauga Centre - 5787 Hurontario St, Mississauga, ON L4Z 2H7

Parking is Free

Business attire (no scrubs please)

Agenda:

5:30 - 6:30 pm Registration and Dinner

6:30 - 6:45 pm HPDA announcements and updates

6:45 - 9:00 pm Lecture

Course Description:

As a dentist, there is a lot on your plate to learn throughout your career. Though it may seem daunting for those who aren’t financially savvy, one of the more important things to learn throughout your career is how to navigate your tax and accounting journey, in order to set you up for future financial success.

In this session, participants will learn:

1) efficient tax savings strategies and planning tools for the associate, dental practice owner and when buying and selling a dental practice

2) tips to consider and traps to avoid which will improve the dentist’s long-term monetary situation while providing peace of mind and lowering risk,

3) maximizing a dentist’s practice’s value and retirement nest egg.

Presenter’s Bio:

David is a Chartered Professional Accountant, Certified Financial Planner and tax specialist who has been advising the dental profession on tax, estate, financial planning, practice management & buying and selling dental practices for many decades. David has been a frequent speaker at various dental schools, the ODA Annual Spring Meeting,

Toronto Academy of Dentistry Winter Clinic and RCDSO Road Shows. David’s tax articles have been published in various dental publications including Dental Practice Management, Dispatch, Oral Health and Ontario Dentist.

David co-authored the ODA published book titled, “Dentist’s Tax and Financial Guide.

HPDA members attend for free 

Staff of HPDA Members - $99

Non-members welcome for $175

HPDA/ ODA Awards and Past Presidents Night - Thursday, April  25, 2024

Theme: Work-Life Harmony

Location:  TBA

Learning Objectives:
- ODA President will give us updates from the ODA
- Award recipients and Past HPDA Presidents will be honored

 Agenda:

6 pm - 7 pm Appetizers and Cocktails

7 pm - 9 pm Dinner, Address from Dr. Maneesh Jain and Presentation of Awards

Attire:  Business Formal

Fees:
– Free for HPDA Members and HPDA Past Presidents 
– Guests are welcome for $99 + hst

AGM & Lecture "Little Patients, Big Smiles: Navigating Pediatric Dentistry" - Thursday, May 1, 2025

Category 2 - 3 CE Points

Speaker:  Dr. Laura Vertullo

Location: Hyatt Place Toronto/ Mississauga Centre - 5787 Hurontario St, Mississauga, ON L4Z 2H7

Parking is Free

Business attire (no scrubs please)

Exclusive event for the HPDA Members

Agenda:

5:30 - 6:30 pm Registration and Dinner

6:30 - 7:00 pm Annual General Meeting

7:00 - 9:00  pm Lecture

Course Description:

The world of pediatric dentistry can be dynamic, challenging, and unique. This lecture is for dentists looking to enhance their knowledge of treating young patients and will highlight the differences when assessing and treating pediatric patients. Key areas of focus include the diagnosis and management of common pediatric dental conditions, exploring the different modalities of sedation and their indications, as well as the short and long term management of dental trauma.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the unique anatomical and physiological differences in pediatric patients that impact treatment planning and dental treatment.
• Identify common pediatric dental conditions and their management strategies, including caries prevention and management.
• Learn principles of treatment planning in pediatric dentistry, including comprehensive care and interdisciplinary approaches when necessary.
• Review current guidelines and best practices for behavior management techniques in pediatric dental settings.
• Review immediate and long-term management strategies for dental trauma in pediatric patients, including assessment, diagnosis, and appropriate treatment interventions.

Speaker Biography:

Dr. Laura Vertullo was born and raised in Montreal. She graduated from McGill University with her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree and then went on to complete her general practice residency in 2015 at The Hospital for Sick Children.

Dr. Laura completed her paediatric specialty training and Master’s degree from the University of Toronto and is a fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada. She has a particular interest in treating children with special needs and was a staff pediatric dentist at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital.

Dr. Laura currently practices and co-owns Kids Corner Medical & Dental in Oakville and is a clinical instructor at the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Dentistry.

CPR Re-Certification Health Care Provider Level C - Thursday, May 29, 2025

Category 2 – 3 CE Points 

Location: Hyatt Place Toronto/ Mississauga Centre - 5787 Hurontario St, Mississauga, ON L4Z 2H7

Parking is Free

Business attire (no scrubs please)

Agenda:

Registration and Dinner: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 
Lecture and Training: 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Course Description: Heaven Can Wait teaches First Aid and CPR courses across Ontario. Paramedic David Goodman founded Heaven Can Wait in 2005. His career as an emergency responder was cut short when he suffered a back injury while trying to save the life of a 20-year-old. David created First Aid and CPR programs that are easy to follow, user-friendly and will enable you to feel empowered when dealing with medical emergencies. All of Heaven Can Wait’s instructors are Emergency Services Workers. The WSIB of Ontario, the Federal Government of Canada and the Heart and Stroke Foundation approve all of Heaven Can Wait’s First Aid and CPR programs.

Learning Objectives:
– CPR for adults, children and infants
– Symptoms of cardiac arrest and stroke
– Medical emergencies in the dental office
– Rescue maneuvers for partial and completely obstructed airways
– How to use an automated external defibrillator (AED)

This course is suitable for all dental staff.

Fees: 
Free for HPDA members 

Staff of HPDA members - $99 + HST

Non-HPDA members - $175 + HST