HPDA/ ODA Awards and Past Presidents Night - Thursday, April  10, 2025

Theme: Work-Life Harmony

Location:  Mississaugua Golf and Country Club - 1725 Mississauga Road, Mississauga, ON L5H 2K4

Attire:  Business Formal

Registration deadline - March 27, 2025

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

 Agenda:

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Appetizers and Cocktails

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Dinner, Address from Dr. Maneesh Jain and Presentation of Awards

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

Registration deadline - April 29, 2025

Agenda:

5:30 - 6:30 pm Registration and Dinner

6:30 - 7:00 pm Annual General Meeting

7:00 - 9:15  pm Lecture & Q&A

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.

Event Sponsors

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 (maximum 3 staff members) - $99 + HST 

Additional staff members can be registered after May 1st, 2025 (if spots are available)

Event Sponsor

Summer Social - Paint Night- Thursday, June 12, 2025

Location: The Crooked Cue - 75 Lakeshore Rd E, Mississauga, ON L5G 1C9

Event Program:

6:00 - 7:00 pm Registration, Food and Networking

7:00 - 9:30 pm Paint Party

Get ready for a night of creativity and fun! Come unwind with friends, enjoy delicious bites, sip on refreshing drinks, and unleash your inner artist at our Summer Social Paint Night. Whether you're a seasoned painter or a first-timer, it's all about having a great time together!

Don't miss out on this vibrant evening—grab your spot now!