FOUR SEASONS - NEW ORLEANS, LA

Unlocking the authentic New Orleans, Four Seasons invites you to our landmark tower – a heritage icon with a central downtown location on the banks of the Mississippi River. Dine on innovative Louisiana cuisine, relax by our resort-style pool, and plan your own private event at our 34th-floor observation deck boasting NOLA’s best views.

What's Included?

BABT 2024 Registration Includes:

  • 3 - Night Hotel Stay - Checking in Thursday, September 12th - Departing Sunday, September 15th
  • 15 CE - All from in-person lectures
  • BABT Gift Bag at Check-In
  • Breakfast & Lunch - Friday & Saturday
  • Invitation to Thursday Welcome Reception & Dinner
  • Invitation to Friday - Yacht Rock Party & Dinner
  • Invitation to Saturday - Bourbon St. Bar Crawl

Speakers

Eyal Simchi, DMD Owner - Riverfront Pediatric Dentistry

Eyal Simchi, DDS, is the owner of Riverfront Pediatric Dentistry and is a dentist who does things differently. His combination of minimally invasive dental techniques as well as his innovative

behavior management style has made him a trailblazer in the field of pediatric dentistry. His use

of SDF has been featured in The New York times and his magic tricks have been shown on NBC

Nightly News as well as the Kelly Clarkson show. Dr Simchi is a sought-after lecturer and is

frequently consulted by dentists around the world for difficult cases in pediatric dentistry. He is

a contributing author to SMART oral health: the medical management of caries as well as the

textbook on Behavior management in dentistry for children.

Scott A. Menaker, DDS

Dr. Menaker received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree from UNC-Chapel Hill in 1985. He has practiced general dentistry in Charlotte since graduation and worked in almost every practice model from associate to solo owner to group partner to partnering with a DSO. He is very active in the giving back to the community, as well as mentoring dental students and young dentists. He and his wife, Pam, have graciously given back to the dental profession by endowing a speaker series at the Adams School of Dentistry at UNC to give real world advice and guidance to dental students. His interest in the business side of dentistry will continue as he works with the McGill Hill Group to help represent and support dentists in their various dental ownership opportunities.

Jonathan R. Martin, CPA

Jonathan Martin has nearly 20 years of experience guiding dentists and dental specialists through the transition process. Since joining the McGill & Hill group in 2005, he has helped over 1,000 dentists successfully transition their practices, whether bringing in a partner and selling a fractional interest, to selling 100% of their practice to another doctor, to affiliating with a DSO. Jonathan has overseen more than $1 billion of dental practices sales, ranging from modest one-doctor practices to large multi doctor, multi location group practices.

Jonathan is also an experienced speaker, having presented to hundreds of audiences across the country at large national meetings such as the AAO and Hinman, as well as smaller state and local dental association meetings and study clubs.

Jonathan earned bachelor’s degrees in accounting and finance, and a Master of Accountancy degree, both from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants.

Jonathan lives in Gastonia, NC with his wife, Elka, and two of his three children, Huck and Julep, while his oldest son, Wyatt, lives and works in Asheville, NC. Jonathan enjoys spending time with his family traveling, biking, kayaking, and relaxing in the mountains of western North Carolina.

Paula Davis Founder, Stress & Resilience Institute

As the founder of the Stress & Resilience Institute, I am uniquely qualified to teach resilience skills within high stress professions. I am one of only three lawyers in the world to have graduated from the University of Pennsylvania’s Applied Positive Psychology program and been trained to teach resilience skills and tools to Army personnel as part of Penn’s resilience program with the Army.

Bobby Elliott, DMD Owner - Cary Pediatric Dentistry

Dr. Elliott is from Louisville, Kentucky where he graduated from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry in 1995. He completed three additional years of training in pediatric dentistry at the UNC School of Dentistry and UNC Memorial Hospital in Chapel Hill and obtained his Masters Degree in June of 1998. Dr. Elliott will remain affiliated with both the University of Louisville and UNC as an Adjunct Assistant Professor.

He is Board Certified and a Diplomate with The American Board of Pediatric Dentistry as well as a Fellow with The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.

Dr. Elliott remains well connected with colleagues and holds memberships with the North Carolina Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the Southeastern Society of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Dental Association.

Ann Bynum, DMD Owner - HollyTree Pediatric Dentistry

Now a familiar face in the greater Greenville area, Dr. Ann Bynum first moved to Simpsonville and opened Holly Tree Pediatric Dentistry in 1997. Originally from Ocala, Florida, Dr. Ann completed her undergraduate training at Florida State University before attending dental school at the University of Iowa, where she met her husband, Dr. Matt Bynum. She completed two further years of training in pediatric dentistry at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, Texas, and is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist.

Dr. Ann is passionate about pediatric dental care. Drawn to pediatrics in large part because of the unique educational opportunities the field affords, Dr. Ann sees her office as both a clinic and a classroom. She considers every visit, no matter how routine, an opportunity to teach and motivate her patients.

Dr. Ann is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and an active member of the Southeast Society of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and the American Dental Association. She has lectured and written numerous articles on customer service, marketing, and teamwork over the years. When not in the office, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their three boys: Matthew, Luke, and John.

Ben Popple, DMD Owner - White Oak Pediatric Dentistry

Dr. Popple is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist with the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

He completed his residency at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut. During his time there, his research focused on treating patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Click this link to see one of his lectures.

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Dr. Popple attended dental school at Medical College of Georgia- College of Dental Medicine in Augusta, Georgia. He served as class president all four years he was there. In his spare time he completed paintings which are still displayed in the dental school.

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Dr. Popple completed his bachelors degree in Biology with a minor in Chemistry at Berry College in Rome, Georgia. He was on an academic and athletic scholarship during his time there.

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Dr. Popple and his family are excited for the opportunity to serve the families of Coweta and Carroll County.

Kristine Grazioso, DMD Owner - South Shore Children's Dentistry

Dr. Grazioso (a.k.a. Dr. G) is a 1988 graduate of Boston College, where she received her B.S. in Biology, and a 1993 graduate of The University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine where she was awarded her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. Dr. Grazioso received her Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry from St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children in Philadelphia, PA, in 1996. She served as Chief Dental Resident and received numerous awards for excellence in Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, and Oral Surgery.

Dr. G founded SSCD in 1999 – and all these years later, she still enjoys every part of being a pediatric dentist and running a small independent business. She is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. An activist within her profession, she is involved in grassroots efforts on the state and national level to promote issues important to dentistry and to the patients she serves.

THE FUN STUFF

In addition to believing that it takes a village in the local community, Dr. G also likes to participate in global outreach. She has been fortunate enough to travel to Ethiopia and Haiti with her family to provide medical services to underserved communities. She hopes to continue to spread light and love at home and around the globe for many years to come.

THE FINE DETAILS

Dr. G currently resides in Marshfield with her husband, Henry, and their sons, Alex and Nicholas. In her spare time, she loves to travel, do CrossFit, and spend days at the beach with her family and friends.

Josh Soloman DDS, MS Director: Dental Specialty Training Center / Bioclear Learning Center (California) Owner - Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics of Livermore

Dr. Joshua Solomon, is a second-generation pediatric dentist and has been in practice in Livermore, California for 20 years. He is a graduate of the University of the Pacific with a B.S. in Biological Sciences and a D.D.S. Following dental school, Dr. Solomon completed an additional 2-year specialty residency at the University of Texas Dental Branch – Houston and a Master’s program in conjunction with the Department of Oral-Biomaterials.

Dr. Solomon is a Full Faculty member at the Bioclear Learning Center in Tacoma, Washington. He serves as a key opinion leader for several dental manufacturers. He provides online and hands-on courses to hundreds of dentists per year internationally.

Dr. Joshua Solomon, is a second-generation pediatric dentist and has been in practice in Livermore, California for 20 years. He is a graduate of the University of the Pacific with a B.S. in Biological Sciences and a D.D.S. Following dental school, Dr. Solomon completed an additional 2-year specialty residency at the University of Texas Dental Branch – Houston and a Master’s program in conjunction with the Department of Oral-Biomaterials. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.

Dr. Solomon is the founder and director of the Dental Specialty Teaching Center (DSTC) and the Bioclear Pediatric Learning Center in the San Francisco Bay Area. The DSTC was designed to provide small group, hands-on courses in advanced restorative techniques for pediatric dentists, dental photography, and practice management. Dr. Solomon is a Full Faculty member at the Bioclear Learning Center in Tacoma, Washington. He is a member of the Catapult Education Speaker Bureau.

He serves as a key opinion leader for several domestic and international companies in the fields of restorative dentistry and dental technology. His professional interests include: accounting/financial analysis for the dental practice, dental photography, microscope-enhanced restorative care, and intraosseous delivery of local anesthesia.

Thursday, September 12th, 2024

1:00pm - 4:00pmEnchanting Solutions: Magic in Behavior Management and Minimally Invasive Dentistry

Explore the art of using magic and strategic distraction techniques to enhance the dental experience for children. Uncover innovative approaches to behavior management that make dental visits not only effective but enchanting for young patients. Join us on a journey where dentistry meets magic, transforming routine procedures into engaging and stress-free encounters for both dental practitioners and their young patients.

Goals: -Gain a comprehensive understanding of the principles and techniques of minimally invasive dentistry, equipping attendees with the knowledge to provide less intrusive yet highly effective dental care.
-Acquire practical skills in the application of magic and distraction as tools for behavior management in pediatric dentistry, fostering a positive and cooperative atmosphere during dental procedures for young patients.
-Explore innovative strategies to enhance communication and build rapport with children, promoting a trusting relationship between detnal practitioners and their patients.

4:00pm - 5:00pmScott A. Menaker, DDS & Jonathan R. Martin, CPA - "Planning for the worst: how to protect your practice and its value from the unexpected."

Every practice owner has some concern that an unforeseen catastrophic event could negatively impact the operations and value of their business. As doctors get closer to retirement, the desire to address these concerns increases as most doctors are heavily reliant on the proceeds from the sale of their practice in order to reach their financial goals. The good news is that dentistry is a very low risk industry, as the last 15 years has proven dentistry to be recession proof, pandemic, proof, and inflation proof. The bad news is that an unexpected event such as death or disability can severely impair the value of your largest asset (your practice) or even make it unsellable. Proper planning and structuring can alleviate a lot of those risks. Unfortunately, we see that most doctors fail to plan and instead roll the dice, hoping for the best. In this presentation, we will discuss your options for mitigating these risks and also how you can determine which options make the most sense for you.

Course Objectives:

1. Discuss ways to reduce the risk to practice owners of unexpected and catastrophic events

2. Compare the pros and cons of each of these options

3. Evaluate which alternative may be right for your practice

5:00pm - 6:00pmOld Fashioned Business Talk II

7:00pm - 9:00pmWelcome Reception & Dinner at Pat O'Briens

Sponsored by McGill & Hill Group

Friday, September 13th, 2024

7:00am - 7:45amBreakfast

Sponsored by Apex Payment Solutions

7:45am - 8:00amOpening Remarks

DON'T BE LATE!

8:00am - 9:30amPaula Davis - "Leading Resilient & Engaged Teams"

Economic uncertainty, the implementation and scaling of Generative AI technology, and our collective recovery from a global pandemic continue to drive high stress and burnout and low-well-being in the workplace. This program will deliver a research-based blueprint that gives leaders the tools to (1) identify and address the root causes of stress and disengagement; (2) build thriving environments that help dental professionals stay engaged and inspired; and (3) navigate ongoing change, complexity, and uncertainty. Participants will gain access to a three-part framework, which includes simple, research-based, easy to implement skills and strategies, along with applicable assessment ideas.

Learning Objectives:

Identify the factors that create resilience and engagement on work teams
Discuss the six core causes of burnout at work and identify why a systemic approach to burnout prevention and well-being is necessary
Demonstrate proficiency in at least three research-based skill that effectively reduces burnout, fosters resilience, and increases engagement and motivation at work.

9:30am - 10:00amMorning Break

Sponsored by Alexion Pharmaceuticals

10:00am - 11:30amDr. Ann Bynum & Dr. Bobby Elliott - "Behind the Smile: Mental Health Struggles as a Pediatric Dentist"

How often do you sit the in parking lot counting down the final minutes before you have to get out of your car and face the day at your practice? How often do you want to hide
in your office or leave for lunch and not return? How many times have you thought about leaving our profession because the stress of dealing with team, patients, finances, and expectations are unsurmountable?

Then THIS lecture is for YOU.

When you get up from this talk to grab a cold one (we finish at 12, it’s fine!) you will have been exposed to the following:

o We will spend time discussing facts versus feelings when it comes to stress, anxiety and attitude
o You will NOT feel alone after hearing what other colleagues are feeling and experiencing in their own offices, hometowns and families
o We will equip you with some big girl/boy panties to make you feel empowered and lighter about your decision to be a pediatric dentist
o Your toolbox will be full of ideas and tools to help you deal with all the things you are feeling and experiencing on the daily

11:30am - 12:30pmLecture

12:30pm - 1:30pmLunch

Sponsored by AcceptCare

1:30pm - 3:00pmDr. Ben Popple - "Communicating with the People Raising your Patients"

Patient care can be difficult but its their parents who write the one star reviews. This talk reviews the basics of interpersonal communication and applies those principals to the dental setting so you can avoid one star situations and address them appropriately when they arise.

Objectives: Review principals of effective communication - Identify challenges that relate specifically to the dental environment - Apply interpersonal communication concepts to address common dental communications challenges.

3:00pm - 3:30pmBreak

Sponsored by GC America

3:30pm - 5:00pmDr. Kristine Grazioso - "Peace, Love & Freedom: Having it ALL in the Dental Arena"

Summary:
The world has changed and so has the dental landscape, but that doesn't mean we can't be happy and fulfilled in our careers. Pediatric Dentistry is the best profession if you let it be! We will talk about finding financial freedom by exploring less dependence on insurance company contracts, and why there are many values and benefits of owning an independent practice with no third party involvement. Life is short- why not enjoy the journey?!

Objectives:
1. Recognize the difference between a corporate, PE backed dental practice and an Independently owned practice
2. Recognize how third party involvement has affected patient care in our healthcare system, using the medical world as the example
3. Learn best practices to help avoid burn out or "moral injury" as a pediatric dentist
4. Understand how benefit companies affect the bottom line in your practice
5. Explore ways to become less dependent on insurance contracts
6. Recognize that we all have the freedom to make the decisions that will best serve our lives

5:00pm - 5:30pmSpeaker Panel

6:30pm - 9:30pmYacht Rock

Get ready for a two-hour cruise along the Mississippi River and experience New Orleans' beauty and French Quarter romance aboard the Steamboat Natchez Riverboat.

Dress in your white's & blues and celebrate BABT's version of Yacht Rock. We'll have music, open bar & food!

We will leave the hotel together at 6:30pm! The boat leaves the dock at 7:00pm and will not wait for stragglers!

Saturday, September 14th, 2024

8:15am - 9:00amBreakfast - Bloody Mary & Mimosa Bar

Sponsored by - D4C Dental Brands

9:00am - 10:30amDr. Josh Soloman - "Two-part Series: Confidence in Esthetic Anterior and Posterior Restorations for the Pediatric Dentist: Injection Molding Using Heated Composite and Anatomically Accurate Matrices"

Many pediatric dentists use composite resin every day in practice. However, very little advanced training in the use of these materials, specifically for pediatric dentists, is available. This two-part series is designed to offer comprehensive, prescriptive instruction on how to confidently place esthetic, long-lasting restorations. In part one, participants will be introduced to new concepts in preparation design, anatomic matrix systems, biofilm removal and the use of headed composite. Part two will explore how esthetic, composite-based anterior restorations can be placed with matrices that recreate the natural shapes of teeth. Dr. Solomon uses mixed media such as slides, recorded video and live hands-on examples to offer a one-of-a-kind course.

1. Understand how the trifecta of enhanced magnification, biofilm removal and injection molding of heated composite can result in superior anterior and posterior composite restorations for pediatric and adolescent patients.

2. Achieve confidence in matrix, wedge and separator selection for modern compression-based Class II restorations. See how anatomical anterior matrices can greatly improve your restorative care
3. Learn the art and science of co-curing multi-viscosity composites (surfactant resin plus heated flowable plus heated paste composite)
4. Learn modern preparation designs for anterior and posterior restorations based on current engineering principles.
5. Discuss the use of esthetic crowns in conjunction with direct composite

10:30am - 11:00amBreak

Sponsored by - Pediatric Dental Anesthesia Associates

11:00am - 12:30pmDr. Josh Soloman - "Two-part Series: Confidence in Esthetic Anterior and Posterior Restorations for the Pediatric Dentist: Injection Molding Using Heated Composite and Anatomically Accurate Matrices"

Many pediatric dentists use composite resin every day in practice. However, very little advanced training in the use of these materials, specifically for pediatric dentists, is available. This two-part series is designed to offer comprehensive, prescriptive instruction on how to confidently place esthetic, long-lasting restorations. In part one, participants will be introduced to new concepts in preparation design, anatomic matrix systems, biofilm removal and the use of headed composite. Part two will explore how esthetic, composite-based anterior restorations can be placed with matrices that recreate the natural shapes of teeth. Dr. Solomon uses mixed media such as slides, recorded video and live hands-on examples to offer a one-of-a-kind course.

1. Understand how the trifecta of enhanced magnification, biofilm removal and injection molding of heated composite can result in superior anterior and posterior composite restorations for pediatric and adolescent patients.

2. Achieve confidence in matrix, wedge and separator selection for modern compression-based Class II restorations. See how anatomical anterior matrices can greatly improve your restorative care
3. Learn the art and science of co-curing multi-viscosity composites (surfactant resin plus heated flowable plus heated paste composite)
4. Learn modern preparation designs for anterior and posterior restorations based on current engineering principles.
5. Discuss the use of esthetic crowns in conjunction with direct composite

12:30pm - 1:30pmLunch

1:30pm - 3:00pmMastering Intraosseous Injections

Join our amazing speaker panel and dive into how intraosseous injections are changing Pediatric Dentistry! Get ready to discuss tips & tricks, fails an follies, and why everyone is talking about this topic!

3:00pm - 3:30pmBreak

3:30pm - 4:30pmLive Demonstration & Hands On - Intraosseous Injections

See first hand why Intraosseous Injections is labeled as painless and speeding up procedures in Pediatric Offices.

4:30pm - 4:45pmClosing Remarks

BABT Attendee of the Year

6:00pm - 7:30pmHappy Hour at The Sazerac House

The Sazerac cocktail gained fame in New Orleans in the 1850s and is served all around the world to this day. Now, it has its grandest home yet: The Sazerac House.

This is your place to see how the Sazerac is part of the customs, traditions and culture of New Orleans. Discover the methods used in distilling Sazerac Rye, learn how we handcraft world famous Peychaud’s Bitters and join us for special experiences steeped in the unique character of the city that inspires it all.

Sunday, September 15th, 2024

Don't take off so soon! Jazz brunch is one of the most amazing things in NOLA. NFL fan? Check the schedule, if the Saints are in town, we're staying to catch the action!

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