SPEAKERS 

The Session Tracks
A winning hand of 14 expert speakers presents forward-looking sessions on AI, clinical innovation, and practice management—helping you stay ahead in an evolving orthodontic landscape.

Sessions by Track

Dr. Sercan Akyalcin
Friday, Sept 18,  8:15 AM - 9 AM
"The New Era of Orthodontic Practice - AI-Enabled Decision-Making and Customized Treatment Solutions​"
Dr. Lucia Cevidanes
Friday, Sept 18, 9:45 AM - 10:30 AM
"Becoming the AI-Ready Orthodontist for Your Patients"

Clinical

Presentations 
Dr. Patrick Turley
Friday, Sept 18,  1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
​"Treating the Class II Malocclusion: The Wild West of Orthodontic Practice"
Dr. Chun-Hsi Chung
Friday, Sept 18, 9 AM - 9:45 AM
"Autotransplantation of Teeth in Orthodontics"
Dr. Juan Martin Palomo
Friday, Sept 18,  2:20 PM - 3:30 PM
​"Sleep Apnea in a Busy Orthodontic Office"
Dr. Michelle Cantwell
Friday, Sept 18, 4 PM - 5 PM
​​"Principles and Practices of Sleep Medicine for Dentists: Mandibular Advancement Devices"
Dr. Davis Thomas
Saturday, Sept 19,  2 PM - 3 PM
​"Systemic Factors Affecting Success, Prognosis and Failure of Orthodontic Treatment"
Dr. Dan Bills
Saturday, Sept 19,  8 AM - 9 AM
​"The Efficiency Engine: Designing a High-Performance Orthodontic Practice"
Dr. Maz Moshiri
Saturday, Sept 19,  9 AM - 10 AM
"Simplifying Complex Malocclusions with Clear Aligners"
Dr. Jae Park
Saturday, Sept 19,  3 PM - 4 PM
​"Mandibular Distalization vs. Maxillary Protraction in Class III Correction with TADs"
Mr. Wes Lyon 
Friday, Sept 18, 1:15 - 2:15 PM

​"Top Strategies to Slash Taxes and Build Wealth"
Ms. Cathy Jugovic
Saturday, Sept 19, 8 - 9 AM
​"The Hidden Leaks in an Orthodontic Practice" 

Practice Management

Presentations
Ms. LeeAnn Peniche
Friday, Sept 18,  2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
​"Culture Meets Experience: Building an Orthodontic Brand That Patients Choose"
Ms. Shannon Patterson
Friday, Sept 18,  4 PM - 5 PM
​"Data Over Instinct: The Metrics and Trends Driving Orthodontic Practice Performance"
Ms. Cathy Jugovic
Saturday, Sept 19,  9 - 10 AM
"Garbage In Garbage Out Reporting"

Industry Presentations

Industry presentations highlight new technologies, products, and innovations relevant to today’s
​orthodontic practice.
SOLVENTUM
Dr. David Pechersky
Friday, Sept  18, 11 - 11:30 AM
"Precision in Practice: From Treatment Planning to Finishing"
TP ORTHODONTICS
Dr. Ricardo Medellin
Friday, Sept 18, 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
​"The Last 5%: Perfecting Finishing with the Prefinisher in Fixed and Aligner Therapy"
LEONEAMERICA
Dr. Nicolas Freda
Saturday, Sept 19, 10:30 - 11AM
"Leaf Expander: A Sure Bet for Patients & Parents"
CLEARCORRECT
Dr. Peter Rivoli
Saturday, Sept 19, 11-11:30 AM
"The ClearCorrect Advantage: The Design and Setup that Creates a Superior Aligner"