2024 ASO Annual Session
March 15 – 16, 2024 | Banff Springs Hotel, Banff, AB
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Meet Our Speakers​
Dr. Daniel Bills
Friday, March 15, 2024, 8:00 am - 10:00 am & 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Sponsored by
Topic: Innovative Orthodontic Solutions: Work Smarter. Live Better
Dr. Bills will discuss the impact that technological advances have had on the practice of Orthodontics, review the use of relevant, exciting, and technology-based clinical and practice management systems in the orthodontic office – experiential branding, digital workflow, efficient and effective treatment systems, remote treatment options, patient communication strategies, and more. Dr Bills wills also explain how to implement proven, technology-based strategies to work smarter, live better, and to differentiate your practice as the obvious choice for orthodontic care.
Bio
Dr. Dan Bills is an avid (yet barely competent) golfer, boater and skier who enjoys spending as much time as possible with his wife Emily and his daughter Caroline. Dr. Bills received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology from Lafayette College and his dental degree from Harvard University, both with Honors, after which he completed a three-year orthodontic residency at the University of Illinois. He is a Board Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and a Fellow of the American College of Dentists.
He founded and maintains a state-of-the-art practice, Innovative Orthodontics, with three locations in Southern New Jersey, just outside of Philadelphia. He is on Faculty at the University of Pennsylvania, where he has been honored as “Teacher of the Year”. He lectures regularly at academic institutions and orthodontic meetings, both stateside and abroad, and gives in-office courses about a variety of clinical topics as well as how to better utilize technology in the orthodontic office. One of his greatest passions is teaching his colleagues how to work smarter and, consequently, live better.
Dr. Liliya MacKenzie
Friday, March 15, 2024, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Sponsored by
10:30 am - 11:15 am - Topic: Clinical Strategies and Digital Workflow to Increase Practice Efficiency
This discussion will describe a simple digital workflow in a practice that is 97% clear aligners, from the first consult to retention. Dr. MacKenzie will describe the roles of each team member within the digital workflow and how they interact to make for a seamless patient experience. She will provide treatment planning strategies for using the Invisalign clear aligner system to create a clinically excellent result while minimizing the number of appointments and treatment time. The course will identify the clinical advantages of using Invisalign clear aligners for phase I treatment, growth modification treatment, as well as complex teen and adult malocclusions.
11:15 am - 12:00 pm with Lori William - Topic: Liliya & Lori Live: Transitioning into Invisalign with Dr. MacKenzie
Liliya & Lori Live will be an interview style presentation delving into the why and how Dr. MacKenzie transitioned her orthodontic practices into a 97% share of chair with Invisalign.
How technology has allowed her to operate her practices with a payroll efficiency below 20%. Invaluable strategies she generously shares, equipping you to seamlessly implement into your practice.
In this candid interview, we navigate through Dr. MacKenzie’s experiences, both successes and setbacks and the journey in between. Don’t miss out on this interview where the future of orthodontics is openly discussed. It will allow you to set a new standard in orthodontic excellence and help navigate your journey with confidence and finesse.
Bio
Dr. Liliya MacKenzie is a graduate of Mount Allison University (BSc H, MSc), McGill University (DMD) and the University of Rochester (Cert (Ortho)). She's the winner of the Thornton Gold Medal in Dentistry, the Governor General's Gold Medal and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada. She is an Invisalign Diamond Plus Provider and an Align Technology Speaker. She actively participates in Invisalign study clubs, and has been involved in a clinical trial with Align Technology. Five of her cases are Invisalign Summit Shootout Semi-Finalists. She serves as the orthodontist on the Cleft Lip and Palate Team at the Saint John Regional Hospital.
Dr. MacKenzie is passionate about giving back to the community and donates orthodontic treatment for underprivileged children through Smiles4Canada, the Kiwanis Club, the Cleft Palate Team and other community organizations. Dr. MacKenzie owns a small practice with three locations around Saint John, New Brunswick and is a Mom of two teens and a toddler.
Lori William
Friday, March 15, 2024, 11:15 am - 12:00 pm with Dr. Liliya MacKenzie
Sponsored by
Bio
Lori William, partner of Strategix-Ltd., focuses exclusively on the health of orthodontic offices to improve team culture, patient experience, and business performance. After 25+ years of hands-on experience and seeking out the best to learn from, Lori has honed her ability to overcome all challenges and successfully systematize the inner workings of your orthodontic practice.
Lori's energetic and engaging approach to working with teams is highlighted by her emphasis on active listening to truly understand the objectives of each office. Her collaborative approach aims to reignite the passion of orthodontic teams for creating smiles and achieving the best outcomes for their patients. She offers a wide range of business tools and strategies to support practice success.
One of her notable passions is implementing clear aligner treatment and maximizing the value it can bring to both practice and patient care. Her involvement with opening aligner-only clinics throughout Canada has given her an understanding of best processes to implement and strategies to increase case acceptance.
Dr. Robert Elliott
Friday, March 15, 2024, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Sponsored by
Topic: FIVE Things I Wish I Knew 30 Years Ago
Dr. Elliott will discuss five techniques and systems that he has identified that have had a significant impact in his practice which has been in business for over 40 years.
Bio
Dr. Robert Elliott is in the private practice of orthodontics in Prince George, British Columbia. He is a Clinical Instructor in the Graduate Orthodontics Department at the University of British Columbia and a guest lecturer at the Graduate Orthodontics Program at Western University. He is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and is a member of the Northwest Component of the E.H.Angle Society where he serves on the Admissions Committee. Dr. Elliott has lectured extensively on different clinical topics in orthodontics in his 30-year career.
Over the course of an orthodontic career we develop, modify, and improve clinical techniques and systems to increase efficiency and improve our outcomes. These change and we replace them as new research and technology become relevant. If we do not, we run the risk of becoming complacent.
Dr. Jeremy Manuele
Saturday, March 16, 2024, 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Sponsored by
Topic: Aligners at Your Fingertips! Maximizing Your Digital Workflow for Efficient Treatments
Learn the tips and tricks that maximize efficiency in your digital workflow and your aligner treatments to product predictable results for every treatment. Dr. Manuele will review his methods to save time and ensure his aligner cases are tracking as planned, regardless if the case is planned in-house or sent to the uAssist planning service.
Bio
Jeremy Manuele, or “Dr. J” as he’s often referred to, is a Las Vegas native who graduated from Community College High School. In keeping with his lifelong goal of becoming an Orthodontist, he received his Bachelor of Science degree and Doctor of Dental Medicine from UNLV, graduating summa cum laude, and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honorary Dental Society. After graduating from dental school, he was accepted to Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, where he completed a two-year residency in the specialty of Orthodontics and received extensive training in all aspects of orthodontia. Committed to maintaining excellence in his field, Dr. J teaches orthodontics part-time at the UNLV School of Dental Medicine.
Inspired by the service of his grandfather and step-father, Dr. J joined the Army National Guard when he was 17. Nine months after being married to the love of his life, Nicole, he was deployed to Ramadi, Iraq for 18 months. He served our country with the 222nd field artillery unit as a “gunner” and is currently serving as a Major in a local medical unit.
Dr. J; his wife, Nicole; and their 4 beautiful children, Bailey, Carter, Maycee, and Weston, are excited to be back home in Las Vegas. On the weekends, there’s a good chance you could run into them hiking at Mt. Charleston, biking through Red Rock Canyon, camping at Valley of Fire, or attending one of the kids’ recitals or sporting events.
Dr J is most knowledgeable in the latest orthodontic techniques, technology, and current research. More importantly, his high level of empathy, professionalism, effective communication, and personal integrity make him the ideal partner for Dr. Hamilton. When working together, Drs. Manuele and Hamilton create a synergy that both doctors feel is at a level above their own individual efforts. They are excited about transforming your experience and smile at Hamilton & Manuele Orthodontics.
Dr. Clayton Davis
Saturday, March 16, 2024, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sponsored by
Topic: Advancements in TMJ Surgery, and Combined TMJ Orthodontic Treatment
Dr. Davis will share a detailed review of TMJ disorder diagnosis, available surgery procedures along with their indications, and surgical outcomes.
• Comprehensive review of complex TMJ surgery cases that are combined with orthodontic treatment.
• Review of TMJ arthroscopic surgical procedures and total joint replacement cases.
Bio
Dr. Clayton Davis is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon in Canada focusing on TMJ surgery. He completed his undergraduate and dental degree at the University of Alberta receiving the ADA+C Gold medal award. Following this he completed his Medical Degree, Masters of Science, and Oral Maxillofacial Surgery Residency at Dalhousie University in Halifax. He then completed TMJ Fellowship training in Miami. Dr. Davis is a Fellow of the Royal college of Dentistry Canada, and an international member of the American Society of Temporomandibular Joint Surgeons. He is an associate professor at the University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, and TMJ surgery fellowship director. Dr. Davis is also in private practice at Kingsway Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
Schedule​
Schedule of Events
Friday, March 15th, 2024
| Time | Event | Venue |
|---|---|---|
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7:00 am - 8:00 am |
Registration and Breakfast |
Curio Foyer then Cascade Ballroom Sponsored by uLab Systems |
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8:00 am – 10:00 am |
Lecture – Dr. Daniel Bills
Innovative Orthodontic Solutions: Work Smarter. Live Better. |
Alberta/ New Brunswick Room Sponsored by American Orthodontics |
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10:00 am – 10:30 am |
Break |
Riverview Lounge Sponsored by 3M Canada |
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10:30 am – 11:15 am |
Lecture – Dr. Liliya MacKenzie
Clinical Strategies and Digital Workflow to Increase Practice Efficiency |
Alberta/ New Brunswick Room Sponsored by Align Technology/iTero |
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11:15 am – 12:00 pm |
Lecture – Dr. Liliya MacKenzie & Lori William
Liliya & Lori Live: Transitioning into Invisalign with Dr. MacKenzie |
Alberta/ New Brunswick Room Sponsored by Align Technology/iTero |
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12:00 pm – 1:00 pm |
Lunch |
Cascade Ballroom Sponsored by Ormco |
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1:00 pm – 2:30 pm |
Lecture – Dr. Daniel Bills
Innovative Orthodontic Solutions: Work Smarter. Live Better. |
Alberta/ New Brunswick Room Sponsored by American Orthodontics |
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2:30 pm – 3:00 pm |
Break |
Riverview Lounge |
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3:00 pm – 4:30 pm |
Lecture – Dr. Robert Elliott
FIVE Things I Wish I Knew 30 Years Ago |
Alberta/ New Brunswick Room Sponsored by Corus Orthodontists |
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4:30 pm – 5:30 pm |
Annual General Meeting |
Alberta/ New Brunswick room |
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6:00 pm – 7:00 pm |
Cocktail Reception |
Conservatory |
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7:00 pm – 9:00 pm |
Banquet |
Cascade Ballroom |
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9:00 pm – 11:59 pm |
A Night at the Oscars Dance Party |
Cascade Ballroom |
Saturday, March 16th, 2024
| Time | Event | Venue |
|---|---|---|
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7:00 am - 8:00 am |
Breakfast |
Cascade Ballroom |
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8:00 am – 10:00 am |
Lecture - Dr. Jeremy Manuele
Aligners at Your Fingertips! Maximizing Your Digital Workflow for Efficient Treatment |
Alberta/ New Brunswick Room Sponsored by uLab Systems |
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10:00 am – 10:30 am |
Break |
Riverview Lounge |
|
10:30 am – 12:30 pm |
Lecture - Dr. Clayton Davis Advancements in TMJ Surgery, and Combined TMJ Orthodontic Treatment |
Alberta/ New Brunswick Room Sponsored by Kingsway Oral Surgery |
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Dress Code
Lectures and Exhibits: Business Casual
Cocktail Reception, Dinner and A Night at the Oscars-Themed Dance Party: Formal
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