Speaker Information

Dr. Mia Geisinger
Birmingham, AL
Periodontology
Registration opens
December 9th

  • Board-Certified Periodontist
  • President, American Academy of Periodontology
  • Professor, Scientist, Speaker focused on putting the "FUN" back in FUNdamental periodontology
Ms. Amanda Hill
Norfolk, VA
Infection Control/Innovations in Dentistry
Registration opens
December 9th

  • Speaker, Writer, Industry Consultant and Waterline Warrior
  • Recipient of OSAP's Emerging Infection Control Leader Award, 2022
  • Editorial Board, RDH magazine, Dentistry IQ, OSAP’s Infection Control In Practice
Ms. Caitlin Parsons
Edison, NJ
Ergonomics/Wellness
Registration opens
December 9th

  • Founder, The Aligned Hygienist, a platform supporting dental professionals through ergonomic consulting, wellness education and therapeutic yoga
  • Registered Dental Hygienist, Certified Yoga Therapist and Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist
  • Author, Speaker, Consultant 

Fr6058A - Hygiene Track - MORNING ONLY
Date/Time: 3/13/2026   8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Type: Lectures
Dentist Fee: $110.00  Other Fee: $80.00
Audience: Dentists, Hygienists
AGD Code: 550
Credits: 4.00

Amanda Hill| 8 – 9:30 a.m. | The Curious Clinician: Reigniting Passion and Embracing Emerging Trends

As dentistry evolves at lightning speed, many clinicians feel overwhelmed, burned out, or disconnected from their purpose. This course offers a refreshing reset—inviting participants to harness curiosity as a clinical advantage and personal lifeline. Explore emerging trends like minimally invasive care, biofilm management, and Dentistry 3.0 while learning practical strategies for communication, team integration, and implementation. Gain reflection tools to manage stress, prevent burnout, and reignite your passion—all while staying ahead of the curve in modern patient care.

 

 

Caitlin Parsons| 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. | Align & Thrive: Ergonomics and Chairside Wellness for the Dental Professional

Pain is common in dentistry — but it doesn’t have to be your norm. This interactive course is designed for dental professionals who want to protect their bodies, prevent injury, and stay in the profession they love. Learn evidence-based ergonomic strategies, posture adjustments, and real-time chairside stretches you can use between patients to reduce tension, reset your body, and feel better at work.

 

 

Dr. Mia Geisinger | 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Probes Up, Prophys Down! Early Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention of Periodontal Diseases

Nearly half of all adults in the U.S. have some form of destructive periodontitis and the prevalence of this disease increases with age. It is also well-established that all cleanings are not created equal. This program will highlight the importance of comprehensive examination, risk assessment and treatment for patients with periodontitis and the key role that all dental healthcare professionals play in the diagnosis and long-term maintenance to promote oral and overall health.