Pedo at the Beach
October 2-4, 2009

Featuring Andy Sonis , D.M.D.

Hilton Oceanfront Resort, Hilton Head, SC

Weekend at a Glance

A little bit of something for everyone.  Dr. Andy Sonis will present timely information relevant for the private practitioner as it relates to new products, technologies, and therapeutic, drawing from his background and experience in pediatric dentistry, oral pathology, medicine, orthodontics and education, Dr. Scott DeRossi will present strategies for diagnosis and management of oral medicine for the pediatric patient, drawing on his extensive background on all aspects of oral medicine.

PURPOSE
This continuing education course is designed to update dentists and auxiliaries on diagnostic and treatment techniques, trends and practices in pediatric dentistry, emphasizing pediatric oral medicine.

OBJECTIVES

This course will enable participants to:

• Discuss objective reviews based on evidence-based medicine
• Review common oral medicine conditions in the pediatric patient
• Discuss basic management strategies for the general practitioner and pediatric dentist
• Review current clinical innovations and technology
• Discuss evidence-based practice in dentistry for children
  

TARGET AUDIENCE

Pediatric dentists, general dentists, specialists, hygienists and dental assistants

CREDIT

The Medical College of Georgia School of Dentistry is a Recognized ADA CERP Provider. Member of ACDE. AGD Accepted
National Sponsor, FAGD/MAGD Credit. 1/01/06-12/31/09, 11 hours

      

PROGRAM SCHEDULE

Friday, October 2, 2009
7:30	Continental Breakfast
7:45	Welcome and Introduction to Course Dr. Steven Adair
8:00	If You Don’t Like the Weather, Part I – Dr. Andy Sonis Timely information for the private practitioner about new products, technologies, and therapeutics.
10:00	Break
10:15	If You Don’t Like the Weather, Part I (continued)
12:00	Adjourn

 

Saturday, October 3, 2009
7:30	Continental Breakfast
8:00	If You Don’t Like the Weather, Part II – Dr. Andy Sonis Timely information for the private practitioner about new products, technologies, and therapeutics.
10:00	Break
10:15	If You Don’t Like the Weather, Part II (continued)
12:00	Adjourn

 

Sunday, October 4, 2009
7:30	Continental Breakfast
8:00	Oral Medicine for the Pediatric Patient: Strategies for Diagnosis and Management Dr. Scott DeRossi A large number of diseases seen in children involve the oral mucosa. Many of these disorders are limited to the oral cavity; however, some are dermatologic or systemic conditions in which oral lesions are one of a constellation of findings. A strong knowledge of these diseases can be essential to an accurate diagnosis, particularly when oral involvement is the presenting feature.
9:30	Break (please check out of resort at this time)
10:00	Oral Medicine for the Pediatric Patient: Strategies for Diagnosis and Management (continued)
12:00	Adjourn

 

GUEST FACULTY

Andy Sonis. D. M. D., is a graduate of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine.  He received his pediatric dental training at Children’s Hospital, Boston, and Harvard University School of Dental Medicine, his orthodontic training at Boston University Goldman School of Dentistry, and his oral medicine training at Louisiana State University School of Dentistry.  He is board certified in oral medicine, orthodontics, and pediatric dentistry.  He currently holds the rank of Clinical Professor in the Department of Developmental Biology at Harvard and is Senior Associate in the Department of Dentistry at Children’s Hospital, Boston. He is a partner in a group dental practice in Newton, Massachusetts.

 

MCG FACULTY
Steven M. Adair, D.D.S., M.S., Course Director, received his dental degree from the University of North Carolina, and his master’s degree and certificate in pediatric dentistry from the University of Iowa. He is professor and former chair of the Department of Pediatric Dentistry at MCG. Dr. Adair has served as the editor-in-chief of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, was editor of Pediatric Dentistry. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and a Fellow of the American College of Dentists. He has served on the Commission for Dental Accreditation, the National Board Test Construction  Committee and as aa consultant to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the U.S. Air Force and FORBA Dental Management, LLC.

 

Scott DeRossi, D.M.D., MCG Associate Professor of Oral Medicine and Chair of Oral Health and Diagnostic Sciences, received his dental degree and postdoctoral training in oral medicine from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. Dr. DeRossi, who has had an oral medicine practice for over 11 years, is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Medicine. He received an Earl Bank Hoyt Teaching Award from the University of Pennsylvania, where he held a faculty position before joining MCG. He co-authored a Burket’s Oral Medicine textbook and lectures and publishes extensively on all aspects of oral medicine.

 

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Registration Fees	Before September 4	After Sept. 4
Dentist	$495	$565
Dentist with auxiliary	$610	$680
Additional auxiliary	$125	$150

 

 

 

 

 

The registration fee, less a $50 administrative charge, is refundable if notice of cancellation is received by September 18, 2009.

PHONE: 800-221-6437 or 706-721-3967

FAX: 706-721-4642
MAIL: Division of Continuing Education, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, Georgia 30912

 

LOCATION AND LODGING

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Located on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean in a lush, subtropical setting. Hilton Head offers a unique blend of unspoiled natural beauty complemented by first-class amenities and activities. Visitors can enjoy miles of wide, sandy beach ideal for sailing, cycling and strolling. Sports enthusiasts will find the perfect setting for outdoor activities including golf and tennis. The island has 21 championship golf courses and 200 tennis courts. Shopping also abounds with more than 100 outlet stores. Equally enticing, the historic cities of Beaufort, S.C. and Savannah, Ga., are both just 45 minutes away.

Hilton Oceanfront Resort: This oceanfront paradise is a perfect getaway. Lush meandering gardens surrounded by peaceful lagoons are the ideal setting to relax and unwind. Three miles of white sandy beaches are at your doorstep. Rooms have been reserved at the Hilton Oceanfront Resort for course registrants at a special rate of $169.50 plus $6 parking per night, single or double occupancy, plus 11% tax. The block of rooms will be released September 4, 2009. After this date, rooms are available on a space-and-rate availability basis only. Reservations must be canceled 8 days prior to arrival.

To make a lodging reservation, contact the resort:

Hilton Oceanfront Resort
23 Ocean Lane
Hilton Head Island, S.C. 29928
Phone: 800-Hiltons
You may fax reservations with payment of deposit by credit card to 843-341-8036.

SPECIAL NEEDS
The Medical College of Georgia Division of Continuing Education complies with the Americans With Disabilities Act. If you require special services, facilities or dietary considerations (vegetarian or otherwise) to support your participation in this continuing education program, contact the conference coordinator at 800-221-6437 or 706-721-3967.

COMFORT ZONE
Although every effort is made to have a comfortable temperature in the meeting room, we realize everyone’s comfort zone is different. Please bring a jacket or sweater in case the room is too cool for your comfort.