2025 UDA Spring Seminar

March 21, 2025

St. George, Utah

Hilton Garden Inn St George

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 Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Dentistry - Mike Buckner

Course Description: This course is designed to equip dentists with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively integrate artificial intelligence (AI) technologies into their dental practices. Participants will explore various AI applications tailored to dentistry, understand their implications for patient care and practice management, and learn how to leverage these tools to enhance diagnosis, treatment planning, and overall patient experience. Through a combination of case studies, clinical examples and audience involved activities, participants will gain practical insights into implementing AI solutions in their day-to-day clinical workflows.

Learning Objectives:
• Understand the fundamentals of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and computer vision as applied to dentistry, including terminology and common applications. Learn about the 5 categories of Artificial Intelligence (AI), and how each of them is impacting dentistry.
• Evaluate the potential benefits and challenges of integrating AI technologies into dental practices, including improved diagnostic accuracy, treatment planning efficiency, and enhanced patient engagement to increase case acceptance and understanding.

• Explore the evolving landscape of AI in dentistry, including its impact on the patient insurance process. Gain insights into how AI-driven tools and algorithms are revolutionizing insurance claims processing, fraud detection, and reimbursement optimization, and learn strategies for navigating this changing environment to streamline administrative workflows and maximize practice efficiency.

Mike has spent the last 12 years growing dental software technology companies that are designed to streamline office efficiency and increase overall production, while elevating the standard of care for your patients. He led business development and partner strategy for Solutionreach, back when offices were just starting to text patients to confirm appointments.  He then helped grow Dental Intelligence, focusing on providing valuable insights to practices allowing them to focus on vital key performance indicators to improve overall practice health. He then joined Weave while it was in its infancy, leading partnership growth strategies.  His most recent endeavor finds him as the Executive Vice President of Revenue at Pearl, the first company to bring Artificial Intelligence into the dental space with comprehensive FDA clearance to assist the clinicians and team members in reading and detecting pathologies in X-rays.

Finding Fulfillment in Dentistry: Achieving Balance with The Elevated Dentist’s Wheel of Life - Dr Jaren Argyle

Course Summary:
Dentistry is a rewarding profession, yet the physical, mental, and emotional demands can take a toll on personal fulfillment. This course introduces dentists to the Wheel of Life as a guide to balancing professional responsibilities with the broader aspects of health and well-being. By exploring Financial, Mental, Physical, and Relational Health dentists will learn practical strategies for maintaining resilience, avoiding burnout, and fostering a sense of purpose and satisfaction in both their personal and professional lives.

Objectives:
Acknowledge the unique challenges and stressors inherent in the dental profession and their impact on overall well-being.
Gain insight into each quadrant of The Elevated Dentist’s Wheel of Life and assess personal strengths and growth opportunities.
Identify practical, simple steps to create a balanced lifestyle that supports sustained fulfillment in dentistry and life!

Dr Jaren Argyle, the founder of The Elevated Dentist, has owned and operated his dental practice in Northern Utah over the past 20 years since graduating from the University of Connecticut in 2005. He received his Life Coach Certification after extensive training with The Coach Training Alliance in May 2022. He is also currently serving as the Chair for the Health and Wellness Committee for the Utah Dental Association. 

Jaren practices what he preaches as he spends many of his days enjoying time with his wife and children as well as being involved in his community contributing time and finances and participating in a variety of amazing hobbies including mountain biking, wakesurfing and foiling, as well as skiing and snowboarding. It is his goal to reach as many dentists as possible and to help them gain more satisfaction and fulfillment in life!                                             

www.TheElevatedDentist.com

The Bare Bones of Oral-Systemic Health: My Osteoporosis Journey - Kristin Evans, BS, MCL, RDH

Osteoporosis is known as a “silent killer” of individuals, especially our female population, and one that I live with everyday. Did you know osteoporosis and periodontal disease have common risk factors? Dental professionals are regularly assessing periodontal bone health, but are we looking beyond the oral cavity for systemic impacts? Our bones store minerals, make blood cells and provide us with protection and support. They are also impacted by our genetics, life choices, environmental loads, and unfortunately other chronic diseases. 

Osteoporosis is not regularly talked about in the dental world. My goal is to change this because dental professionals can do more for the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases, like osteoporosis, by finding the oral-systemic relationship and with early screenings. As we learn to screen, educate, treat, and refer, we can help improve not only oral health but general health outcomes and longevity in individuals just like me.

Learning Objectives
·         Learn all about the “silent killer” osteoporosis, its prevalence in our world today, and my experience fighting this disease.
·         Identify the risk factors for osteoporosis and its correlation with periodontal disease and other systemic diseases.
·         See how early screening tools are essential to help our patients get early intervention.
·         Explore science-based strategies that can help strengthen bones for healthier life outcomes.

Kristin Evans, BS, MCL, RDH, is a dynamic force in the dental community with over 30 years of clinical experience. A graduate of Idaho State University, Kristin is not only an accomplished Dental Hygienist but also a passionate Professional Educator, having expanded her career in 2019, and nationally as an Independent Speaker since 2022. She thrives on empowering dental professionals to understand their vital role in improving patient health outcomes, using her deep knowledge of oral health, functional nutrition, bone health, and the powerful connection between the mouth and body. Known in the industry as “The pH RDH,” Kristin is dedicated to promoting health through pH balancing and advocating for overall wellness and longevity. She shares her expertise through collaborations with dental magazines, podcasts, and study clubs, aiming to transform lives with simple yet powerful strategies that bridge the gap between mental, physical, and oral health. Outside of her professional pursuits, Kristin’s greatest joy comes from being “Gram K” to her four beautiful grandchildren. Kristin can be found on Instagram, LinkedIn or for questions or speaking inquiries please email at Kristinevansrdh@gmail.com. 

Clinical Applications of Dental Extractions and Managing Complications - Dr Matthew Mizukawa

Course Summary:  Dental extraction is one of the oldest procedures in dentistry.  While dental extraction alone is commonly seen in everyday dentistry, extractions are often performed in conjunction with other procedures and adjunctive therapy as part of a larger overall plan with other dental providers.  This presentation will discuss:

Course Objectives:
1. Principles of Dental Extraction
2. Management of Wisdom Teeth
3. Dental Extraction with Immediate Implants
4. Dental Extraction with Management of Oral Pathology
5. Dental Extraction Amidst Medical Comorbidities
6. Managing Complications of Dental Extraction

 

A highly-qualified and experienced oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Mizukawa obtained a B.S. in Neuroscience from Brigham Young University and a Doctorate in Dental Medicine from the University of Nevada at Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine. He completed his oral and maxillofacial surgery residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. He was named the Best Consultant to the Department of Emergency Medicine for his work in emergency medicine and trauma surgery in 2009. He served in private practice following graduation but soon after took the offered opportunity to return to Vanderbilt to teach in the residency program.  While most of his practice is centered around the management of wisdom teeth and dental implants, Dr. Mizukawa continues to enjoy and excel at the full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery.

 

 

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