PAGD's Spring Meeting will be at the Erie Bayfront Convention Center from Friday, September 19 to Sunday, September 21.
Friday, September 19
PEAK Presentations from your Colleagues
Hear your colleagues present real-world examples of how they implemented lessons learned on medical emergencies and radiology from the May 2025 meeting. Nothing to present? Come anyway, the best lessons are often learned from your colleagues.
AGD Subject Code - 130 Electives
7.0 Credit Hours Available
Evening Social Event - Wine Tour of North East
Saturday, September 20
Interceptive Orthodontics and Comprehensive Treatment Planning and Exploring Treatment Mechanics of Brackets Versus Clear Aligners with Drs. Daniel Chartrand and Greg Gittleman
In this session, we will delve into the captivating field of interceptive orthodontics, shedding light on the intricacies of treatment planning with a focus on efficiency and patient-centered care. From the timing of intervention to addressing complex issues such as impacted canines, missing teeth, ankylosis, and airway we will cover a timing of intervention, airway dynamics, growth modification, facial harmony, and orthodontic decision-making.
In the hands-on, participants will delve into the intricate world of orthodontic treatment mechanics, comparing and contrasting the approaches of traditional brackets with clear aligners. This hands-on segment promises an engaging exploration of bracket placement, attachment design, and case setups.
By the end of this lecture, participants will:
- Develop a deeper understanding of interceptive orthodontics and its role in efficient treatment planning.
- Appreciate the significance of patient-centered care and facial harmony in orthodontic management.
- Gain insights into the orthodontic decision-making process and the factors influencing treatment choices.
- Enhance their ability to communicate effectively with orthodontic specialists and collaborate as a cohesive team.
- Understand the fundamentals of bracket placement and attachment design.
- Compare the treatment mechanics of traditional brackets and clear aligners
- Gain practical insights into the case setups and treatment planning.
- Enhance proficiency in orthodontic techniques through hands-on practice and expert guidance.
AGD Subject Code - 370 Orthodontics
7.0 Credit Hours Available
Sunday, September 21
Choose It or Lose It: Your Guide to Navigating Full Arch with Dr. Andrew Burke
This course is designed for clinicians who want to learn how to more efficiently incorporate All-on-X surgeries and restorations in your practice. Learn how to identify full arch cases, take proper records, and understand the process from implant placement to creating a final restoration.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Apply principles of full arch implant treatment to identify, diagnose and treatment plan the fully edentulous and soon-to-be edentulous patients.
- Capturing records for prior to surgery and photography overview
- Describe the steps involved during GuidedSmile surgery
- Discuss prosthetic conversion approaches using analog and photogrammetry
- Plan the maintenance schedule and follow-up of patients with implant-supported full arch reconstruction
- Manage full arch complications
AGD Subject Code - 610 Fixed Prosthodontics
4.0 Credit Hours Available
