Events

Against the backdrop of America’s worsening chronic health crisis, two insidious “dragons” are wreaking havoc on oral health - Acid (Airway) Reflux and Insulin Resistance/Diabetes. These systemic conditions silently erode tooth structure and bone, often before patients are aware they exist. In this eye-opening presentation, Susan will guide participants in recognizing the oral manifestations of […]

For decades, tobacco and alcohol were seen as the primary culprits behind oral cancer. But the landscape has shifted dramatically. Today, Human Papillomavirus-related Oral Pharyngeal Cancer (HPV-OPC) accounts for approximately 73% of all oropharyngeal cancers—a staggering statistic that's growing at an alarming rate of 30% annually. While traditional risk factors such as smoking, alcohol, and […]

2025 Women's Sleep and Airway Conference Trailblazing Women in Dentistry and Medicine: Advancing Airway Health Through Collaboration and Leadership Join an inspiring community of women leading the charge in airway health. This groundbreaking event unites top female professionals in dentistry and medicine to advance interdisciplinary collaboration, leadership, and innovation in patient care. Gain actionable insights, […]

2025 Women’s Sleep and Airway Conference Trailblazing Women in Dentistry and Medicine: Advancing Airway Health Through Collaboration and Leadership Join an inspiring community of women leading the charge in airway health. This groundbreaking event unites top female professionals in dentistry and medicine to advance interdisciplinary collaboration, leadership, and innovation in patient care. Gain actionable insights, […]

Are you constantly caring for others but leaving yourself last? Do you end your days feeling exhausted or burned out by the demands of your work? Perhaps you’re feeling unwell, sluggish or anxious. If so, this transformative experience is designed just for you. As healthcare professionals, we’re facing many of the same health issues as […]

Treating oral and systemic diseases in today’s culture deserves our full attention, now more than ever. It’s time to uncover the root causes of disease and empower patients to truly understand their health risks. The days of relying solely on visual exams and educated guesses are behind us. Thanks to exciting advances in evidence-based, chairside […]

Course Description: Why do we still call scaling and root planing “treatment” for periodontal disease when it so rarely leads to long-term stability? Periodontal disease is both a driver and a consequence of multiple systemic conditions—making it one of the most complex challenges in dentistry. A truly effective approach requires more than instrumentation; it demands […]

Are you constantly caring for others but leaving yourself last? Do you end your days feeling exhausted or burned out by the demands of your work? Perhaps you’re feeling unwell, sluggish or anxious. If so, this transformative experience is designed just for you. As healthcare professionals, we’re facing many of the same health issues as […]

Set sail on the Icon of the Seas from January 17–24, 2026, and join the Michigan Dental Association and Wisconsin Dental Association for a one-of-a-kind Continuing Education (CE) opportunity. Combining professional growth, tropical destinations, and luxurious accommodations, this Caribbean cruise promises to be an unforgettable journey for dental professionals and their families. Susan's Topics: Sleep […]

Susan has been invited as a Special Lecturer for the 2026 Thomas P. Hinman Dental Meeting. Topics and time to be announced.

Join Susan for an all day event at the beautiful Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids, Michigan as she speaks on one of her favorite topics. CE […]