Business of Dentistry Series: Effectively Managing Your Practice from a Tax Perspective - Thursday,  January 29, 2026

Category 3 - 3 CE Points

Speakers:
Laura Camara, CPA, CA, Partner, Regional Leader, Professional Services

Rosario Suppa, CPA, CA, Partner, Regional Tax Leader

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

Parking is Free

Business attire (no scrubs, please)

HPDA members attend for free 

Staff of HPDA Members - $99

Non-members welcome for $199

Registration deadline - January 27, 2026

Agenda:

5:30 - 6:30 pm Registration and Dinner

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

6:45 - 9:15 pm Lecture & Q&A

Course Description:

Join MNP’s advisors for in-depth insights on the ever-changing tax landscape in Canada. Understand the latest developments on tax compliance and the implications for your professional dental corporation. Learn how to minimize your tax costs and limit exposure with tax authorities as well as how to effectively plan for the future for your business and your family.

Learning objectives:

• Tax minimization and purification strategies
• Avoiding an audit with tax authorities
• Tax implications of buying/selling a practice
• Readying a practice for sale, including KPIs
• Estate planning and future proofing your corporation

Presenters' Bios:

Laura Camara, CPA, CA, Partner

Regional Leader, Professional Services

Laura is a partner in MNP’s Mississauga office and leads the firm’s Professional Services group for the region. Laura delivers tailored accounting, tax and business advisory services to professionals, high-net-worth individuals and private businesses. Drawing on over a decade of experience with professionals and private companies, Laura is a trusted advisor providing strategic advice on a wide range of business issues to minimize her clients’ overall tax burden. She also provides guidance and strategies to maximize charitable giving, asset protection, wealth transfer to the next generation and estate and business succession planning. Laura prides herself on developing strong working relationships with her clients, enabling her to readily identify opportunities for them to establish and grow their operations and preserve their wealth while meeting their tax obligations.

Rosario Suppa, CPA, CA, Partner

Regional Tax Leader

A member of MNP’s Tax group in Mississauga and Regional Tax Leader, Rosario provides a broad range of tax planning and compliance services to private and public companies, helping them achieve success. Rosario has advised owner-managed companies for more than two-and-a-half decades. Rosario advises corporations and their shareholders on tax minimization strategies. His services include tax, will, estate and succession planning, corporate reorganizations, and structuring for purchase and sales of businesses and real estate. Rosario completed the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants’ In-Depth Tax Program and is a member of the Canadian and Ontario Institutes of CPAs, the Canadian Tax Foundation, and the Financial Planning Standards Council.

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Friday Morning Lecture: Digital Workflow for the Single Tooth to Full Mouth Rehabilitation: Improving Efficiency and Productivity in the Everyday Practice

Friday, February 13, 2026

HPDA members attend for free 

Non-members welcome for $199

Registration deadline:  February 10, 2026

Category 2 - 3 CE Points

Speaker: Dr. Michael Yang
Hon. B.Sc., D.D.S., M.S., Cert. Prostho., F.R.C.D.(C). | Prosthodontist

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

Parking is Free

Agenda:

8:00 am Breakfast, Registration, Visit Sponsors

9:00 am - 9:15 am  HPDA Announcements and Updates

9:15 am – 12:30 pm Lecture

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Lunch and Visit Sponsors

Separate Registration is required for the afternoon Workshop

Course Description:

The development of digital technology over the last decade has revolutionized modern day workflows in Dentistry. These advancements have expanded to include Diagnosis and Treatment Planning, Implant protocols involving the single tooth or full arch replacement and the entire spectrum of Restorative treatment solutions on both implant and natural tooth foundations. Digital Dentistry has improved the efficiencies and predictability of outcomes, reduced stress on the clinician and enhanced patient experience compared to its analog counterpart. The digital workflow may in some cases provide increased accuracy and reproducibility with complex treatment solutions. Photorealistic digital modelling of the patient provides a means to provide patient education, treatment forecasting and understanding of the complexities associated with treatment. Combined with volumetric radiographic data, patients and clinicians benefit from idealized restorative and surgical treatment outcomes in a shorter amount of time through the use of three-dimensional printing and milling of surgical guides and provisional restorations. Digital Colorimeters used in conjunction with photography provide improved shade match for restorations in the Aesthetic Zone.

This presentation aims to demonstrate some of the technology available to improve the clinician’s understanding of developments in digital Dentistry, overcome common barriers to integrating digital technology and discuss how this technology can improve the quality, predictability and efficiency of day to day practice.

Key Learning Objectives:

• To understand how digital workflows can optimize patient care and long-term outcomes
• To utilize digital technology in treatment planning, surgical, and restorative workflows
• To leverage digital technology to provide patient education and improve case acceptance
• To obtain practical, first-hand experience using intra-oral scanning technology

Presenter's Bio:

Dr. Michael Yang is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and a Board Certified Specialist in Prosthodontics.

Dr. Yang’s interest in Dentistry began while completing his Honours Bachelors of Science in Microbiology at the University of Toronto. He went on to receive his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the New York University College of Dentistry. Subsequently, Dr. Yang completed his specialty certification in Prosthodontics and Master of Science degree at the University of Illinois at Chicago, College of Dentistry. His Master’s Thesis involved the verification of dental implant position for fixed prostheses in the edentulous patient.

Dr. Yang has extensive training in full mouth rehabilitation, pre-prosthetic surgical techniques, dental implants, aesthetics, digital smile design and computer guided surgery. He focuses on the areas of complex rehabilitation and rehabilitation in the aesthetic zone.

Dr. Michael Yang maintains private practice at M Prosthodontics in Mississauga, Ontario, Burlington Prosthodontics in Burlington, Ontario and T Prosthodontics in Midtown Toronto. He holds the appointments of Staff Prosthodontist at The Hospital for Sick Children and Instructor in Prosthodontics at the University of Toronto. He lectures across Canada and internationally.

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Friday Afternoon Workshop: Digital Workflow for the Single Tooth to Full Mouth Rehabilitation: Improving Efficiency and Productivity in the Everyday Practice

Friday, February 13, 2026

HPDA members - $49

Non-members -$99

Registration deadline:  February 10, 2026

Category 2 - 3 CE Points

Speaker: Dr. Michael Yang
Hon. B.Sc., D.D.S., M.S., Cert. Prostho., F.R.C.D.(C). | Prosthodontist

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

Parking is Free

Agenda:

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Registration, Lunch and Visit Sponsors

1:30 pm – 4:30 pm Workshop

Separate registration is required to attend the Morning Lecture

Course Description:

Predictable aesthetic outcomes in anterior implant dentistry depend on the accurate transfer of peri-implant soft tissue contours to the dental laboratory. This hands-on course provides clinicians with a practical, step-by-step approach to capturing the emergence profile and matured soft tissue architecture of an anterior implant restored with a provisional crown.

Participants will fabricate a customized impression coping and take a conventional open-tray impression using polyvinyl siloxane (PVS) material, with a focus on accurately recording tissue contours developed during healing and provisionalization. The clinical rationale for custom impressions in the anterior zone will be reviewed, emphasizing their role in achieving optimal aesthetics and restorative precision.

In addition, participants will capture a digital impression of the same implant site, allowing for direct comparison between conventional and digital techniques. This side-by-side evaluation will highlight the advantages, limitations, and clinical considerations of each method in aesthetically demanding implant cases.

Presenter's Bio:

Dr. Michael Yang is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and a Board Certified Specialist in Prosthodontics.

Dr. Yang’s interest in Dentistry began while completing his Honours Bachelors of Science in Microbiology at the University of Toronto. He went on to receive his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the New York University College of Dentistry. Subsequently, Dr. Yang completed his specialty certification in Prosthodontics and Master of Science degree at the University of Illinois at Chicago, College of Dentistry. His Master’s Thesis involved the verification of dental implant position for fixed prostheses in the edentulous patient.

Dr. Yang has extensive training in full mouth rehabilitation, pre-prosthetic surgical techniques, dental implants, aesthetics, digital smile design and computer guided surgery. He focuses on the areas of complex rehabilitation and rehabilitation in the aesthetic zone.

Dr. Michael Yang maintains private practice at M Prosthodontics in Mississauga, Ontario, Burlington Prosthodontics in Burlington, Ontario and T Prosthodontics in Midtown Toronto. He holds the appointments of Staff Prosthodontist at The Hospital for Sick Children and Instructor in Prosthodontics at the University of Toronto. He lectures across Canada and internationally.

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Practical AI Applications in Dentistry – Integration, Challenges, and Risk Mitigation - Thursday,  February 26, 2026

Category 1 - 3 CE Points

Speaker: Dr. Peter Fritz B.Sc., D.D.S., Ph.D. (Perio), F.R.C.D.(C), M.B.A., LL.M., LL.M

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

Parking is Free

Business attire (no scrubs, please)

This course is open to all dentists in Ontario

HPDA members  - $49 

Non-members -$199

Registration deadline - February 24, 2026

Agenda:

5:30 - 6:30 pm Registration and Dinner

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

6:45 - 9:15 pm Lecture & Q&A

Course Overview:

This course transforms foundational concepts into practical, universal applications for dental practice. This course focuses on the "how," detailing the implementation of AI that applies across all dental settings. It provides hands-on guidance for integrating AI in three key areas: diagnostic imaging enhancement, clinical documentation through AI scribes, and effective prompt engineering. The module demonstrates real-world applications in patient care, treatment planning, and practice efficiency while addressing common implementation challenges. It concludes by examining future implications and providing concrete steps for identifying and mitigating unintended consequences of AI regardless of practice type or location.

The How

Objective: To equip dentists with hands-on strategies for integrating AI into their practice effectively and safely, while addressing and mitigating risks associated with its unintended consequences.

Learning Objectives

1. Implement AI Tools in Clinical and Administrative Practices

◦ Provide guidance on incorporating AI tools into clinical workflows, including patient diagnostics, administrative efficiencies, and patient engagement.

◦ Offer practical examples, such as AI-assisted diagnostic imaging for identifying caries or periodontal disease, and automated charting or billing processes .

2. Identify and Mitigate Unintended Consequences

◦ Discuss risks such as AI-induced biases, data security challenges, and potential disruptions to patient-doctor relationships.

◦ Outline steps to manage these risks, emphasizing human oversight, patient consent, and ethical use of AI in clinical decision-making .

3. Evaluate AI Tools for Safe and Effective Use

◦ Equip dentists with a protocol for selecting and evaluating AI tools, focusing on reliability, alignment with practice standards, and ongoing monitoring.

◦ Stress the importance of continual AI performance reviews and evidence-based validation to ensure patient safety and quality care.

Module Content Highlights

• Hands-On AI Applications and Workflows: Specific guidance for integrating AI technologies into common clinical scenarios, such as diagnostics and patient interaction.

• Risk Mitigation Techniques: Key methods for minimizing liability risks and ethical challenges, ensuring AI’s responsible use.

• Evaluation and Monitoring Protocols: Practical steps for dentists to assess AI tools' effectiveness and compliance with clinical and ethical standards.

Presenter’s Bio:   Dr. Peter C. Fritz B.Sc., D.D.S., Ph.D. (Perio), F.R.C.D.(C), M.B.A., LL.M., LL.M.

Dr. Fritz transforms healthcare at the intersection of clinical excellence, technology, and law. As Chair of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada's Committee on Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Digital Technology, he is pioneering frameworks for AI integration that are reshaping patient care across North America. He holds two Global Professional Master of Laws (GPLLM) degrees from the University of Toronto, one in Innovation, Law and Technology (2022) and another in Canadian Law (2025), an MBA from Kellogg/Northwestern, and a PhD in molecular biology. Dr. Fritz's multidisciplinary expertise positions him as a trailblazer in the field.

At his internationally recognized multi-specialty practice in Fonthill, Ontario, Dr. Fritz has created a "living laboratory" that serves as a model for next-generation healthcare delivery. Here, he seamlessly integrates advanced technologies such as AI-powered diagnostic imaging and automated patient workflows while maintaining the essential human elements of care. His comprehensive global benchmarking—spanning 40 world-class clinics across 25 countries—has established new AI adoption standards that prioritize clinical excellence and patient safety.

As an Adjunct Assistant Clinical Professor at McMaster University's Medical School and Adjunct Professor at Brock University's Centre for Bone and Muscle Health, Dr. Fritz combines research and teaching to advance the ethical and effective use of AI in healthcare. A sought-after innovator and mentor, he is shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals through his commitment to responsible innovation. His guiding philosophy, "Give me success or its eternal pursuit, and I'll take the pursuit," embodies his vision for healthcare transformation that enhances both clinical excellence and compassionate care.

Please note that the lecture will begin promptly at 6:45 pm. Attendees who arrive 15 minutes late or more will not be eligible for Category 1 credits. 

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Understanding Standards, Guidelines and Advisories & Ethics, Privacy, and Professionalism in a Connected World - Thursday,  March 12, 2026

Category 1 (pending) - 2 CE Points

Speaker: Dr. Lionel Lenkinski

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

Parking is Free

Business attire (no scrubs, please)

This course is open to all dentists in Ontario

HPDA members  - $49 

Non-members -$199

Registration deadline - March 10, 2026

Agenda:

5:30 - 6:30 pm Registration and Dinner

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

6:45 - 8:45 pm Lecture & Q&A

Course Description:

Understanding Standards, Guidelines and Advisories

1. What are the Standards – where are they found and how are they determined

2. How Are We Regulated – a look at the Dentistry Act and the Regulated Health Professions Act

3. Informed Consent and Record Keeping- the backbone of professional practice

Ethics, Privacy, and Professionalism in a Connected World

1. Understanding Privacy – A review of how to contain and manage the Personal Health Information (PHI) that we collect

2. A Look at Electronic Communication – how to manage electronic communication

3. Your Website and Online Footprint– What is allowed, what I find, how it is troubling

Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of how to align clinical decisions with professional expectations and avoid unintended breaches and violations. Dentists will gain clarity on how to stay compliant and ethically sound while navigating the digital transformation of their practice, with practical tips for avoiding common missteps

Objectives

1. Define Standards, Standard of Care, Duty of Care

2. Underscore the legislative framework of dentistry

3. Look at the key elements of informed consent and record keeping

4. Understand the importance of safeguarding Personal Health Information

5. Outlining a framework for managing electronic communication

6. A look at your online presence, how to stay on the right side of regulation

Presenter’s Bio:

Dr. Lionel Lenkinski graduated from the University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry in 1979. He then completed a general practice residency at University Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama. He took his specialty training in endodontics at Boston University, Goldman School of Graduate Dentistry in Boston, Massachusetts, which he completed in 1982. He is currently the Executive Director to Canadian Dental Protective Association. Lionel maintains a part-time clinical practice limited to endodontics in Toronto. Lionel is a Fellow of the American College of Dentists, the Pierre Fauchard Academy and was recently awarded the Award of Merit by the Ontario Dental Association, and the American College of Dentists. He is a columnist and editorial board member of Ontario Dentist.

Please note that the lecture will begin promptly at 6:45 pm. Attendees who arrive 15 minutes late or more will not be eligible for Category 1 credits. 

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