CE COURSES

The IAG is pleased to partner with the Pacific Northwest Gnathologic Study Club to present the following CE course at a reduced rate for IAG members.

MiYO® Color: Predictable Esthetics for Modern Ceramic Restorations (Hands-On Course)

Course Description

This hands-on course introduces clinicians to the MiYO® Liquid Ceramic System as a predictable, efficient method for achieving high-level esthetics on monolithic ceramic restorations. Designed for dentists seeking greater control over shade, value, translucency, and surface characterization, this program demonstrates how MiYO Color can replace or supplement traditional stain-and-glaze and porcelain layering techniques.

Through didactic instruction and guided hands-on exercises, participants will learn practical workflows for applying MiYO Color to zirconia and other ceramic substrates to create lifelike, durable restorations with minimal thickness. Emphasis is placed on understanding optical properties, color theory, and firing protocols to ensure consistent, repeatable results in everyday clinical practice.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Describe the optical principles of value, chroma, translucency, and fluorescence as they relate to MiYO Color and ceramic esthetics.
2. Identify appropriate clinical indications for using MiYO Color on monolithic zirconia and other ceramic restorations.
3. Demonstrate proper MiYO Color application techniques, including layering, effect
   placement, and wet-on-wet blending.
4. Apply MiYO Color to modify shade and value predictably while maintaining minimal
   material thickness.
5. Implement firing protocols and finishing strategies to achieve consistent esthetic
   outcomes.

What Actually Matters: Leadership, Relationships, and Dentistry Beyond Insurance

Course Description

This half-day lecture is designed for early-career dentists across disciplines, including general dentists and prosthodontists, who are developing their clinical identity while learning to lead teams and build durable patient relationships. Drawing on Dr. Michael Fling’s work in restorative dentistry, mentorship, and practice leadership, the program focuses on the core elements that consistently determine success in practice—regardless of specialty: leadership clarity, professional confidence, and trust-based care.

Participants will explore how dentists can establish authority with staff, communicate effectively with patients, and avoid allowing insurance structures to dictate either clinical decision-making or professional self-worth. Emphasis is placed on dentistry as a relationship-centered profession, where the perceived value of care is shaped more by communication, consistency, and credibility than by fee schedules.

The lecture also addresses the importance of study club membership as a foundational component of professional development. Attendees will examine how participation in study clubs supports clinical calibration, strengthens diagnostic confidence, and provides peer mentorship—particularly valuable for early-career dentists managing complex cases, interdisciplinary care, or prosthodontic treatment planning.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Apply leadership and communication principles that help early-career dentists establish credibility with staff and patients, while maintaining consistency in clinical and professional standards.
2. Explain the value of comprehensive dental care—including complex restorative and prosthodontic treatment—in a way that builds trust and commitment independent of dental insurance limitations.
3. Describe how active study club participation contributes to clinical growth, peer accountability, and long-term professional confidence for dentists at all stages of practice.

SPEAKER

Dr. Michael Fling

Date: March 13, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (PT)
Location: Global Learning Center of the Washington AGD. 19415 International Blvd Ste 410, Seatac, WA 98188

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Advanced Digital Workflows for Implant & Edentulous Treatment

Course Description

Key Learning Areas

1. Scanning Fundamentals & Clinical Accuracy

• Principles of scan accuracy and data integrity
• Scanner setup, calibration, and ergonomic efficiency
• Strategies for dentate, partially edentulous, and fully edentulous arches
• Understanding how scanning technique impacts restorative outcomes

2. Implant Workflow Data Acquisition

• Scan body selection, placement, and verification
• Capturing implant position, angulation, and depth
• Recording soft tissue contours and emergence profiles
• Identifying compromised scan data and correcting errors
• Reducing remakes and minimizing chairside adjustments

3. Scanning Fundamentals & Clinical Accuracy

• The evolution of digital dentures
• Advances in 3D printing and materials science
• Accuracy, efficiency, and workflow benefits of digital fabrication
• Practice profitability through digital denture integration

4. Edentulous Scanning Workflows

• Best practices for capturing high-quality edentulous scans
• The four primary digital workflows for edentulous patients
• Border capture and anatomical considerations
• Intraoral and extraoral scanning of existing dentures
• Capturing intaglio, cameo, and occlusal surfaces
• Avoiding common scanning pitfalls

5. Workflow Integration & Laboratory Communication

• Validating scan data before submission
• Understanding how digital accuracy impacts design and fabrication
• Optimizing doctor-laboratory collaboration
• Troubleshooting clinical and technical challenges
• Case discussions and interactive Q&A

Course Objectives

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Understand the technology behind digital implant and denture workflows, including advancements in 3D printing and materials science.
• Identify the clinical and financial benefits of digital dentures and implant-supported restorations.
• Demonstrate proper intraoral scanning techniques for implant and edentulous patients.
• Recognize and correct common scanning errors that compromise case accuracy.
• Improve communication with laboratory partners to enhance predictability and reduce remakes.
• Implement practical strategies to integrate digital implant and denture workflows into daily practice.

Ideal For

• General dentists and specialists
• Clinicians restoring or referring implant cases
• Doctors exploring digital denture workflows
• Practices adopting or optimizing intraoral scanning
• Dental teams focused on improving data quality and efficiency

Closing Statement

This immersive full-day program delivers a practical, clinically relevant understanding of how digital scanning, advanced materials, and modern fabrication technologies work together to elevate implant and edentulous care. Participants will leave with actionable strategies to improve accuracy, streamline workflows, strengthen laboratory collaboration, and deliver predictable, high-quality outcomes for full-arch and removable cases.

SPEAKERS

Carey Kalberer
Senior Director of Sales, Leixir Dental Laboratory Group

Carey brings more than 20 years of experience in the dental industry, including over a decade in leadership roles at Thompson Suburban Dental Lab and Leixir Dental Laboratory Group. She has held positions across sales, marketing, and general management, giving her a strong understanding of clinical and laboratory workflows. Currently serving as Senior Director of Sales, Carey focuses on digital dentistry integration and workflow optimization. A certified trainer on multiple leading intraoral scanner platforms, she works closely with clinicians to implement digital solutions that improve efficiency, accuracy, and patient outcomes. Her background as an implant coordinator and ongoing commitment to continuing education have made her a trusted resource in digital and implant-driven restorative workflows.

Andrew Nova, CDT
Lead Academy Instructor | Imagine Academy

Andrew Nova is the Lead Academy Instructor at Imagine, where he develops and delivers advanced digital dental education for clinicians and laboratory professionals. He holds a degree from the University of Maryland and brings extensive experience in exocad design workflows, implant-supported and removable prosthetics, and CAD/CAM integration.

Andrew also leads instruction on additive manufacturing, helping organizations maximize the clinical and laboratory use of 3D printers such as the Formlabs 3B and 4B, with an emphasis on efficient, repeatable production workflows. His teaching supports both foundational and advanced learners through structured certification programs and complete start-to-finish case walkthroughs, with a focus on readiness, standardization, and patient care.

Andy Huynh
Program Director  | Imagine Academy

Andy Huynh, Imagine's Academy Director, has been with us since 2016. Graduating from Virginia Tech in 2013 with a double Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences and Psychology. Andy has had over 15 years of experience in the dental industry. Starting on the lab side, he has worked in all aspects of Imagine's technical services from production, technical support, to on-site training.

Now heading Imagine's education department, his main goal is to ensure that all our customers —everyone from lab technicians, assistants, dentists and surgeons — can fully utilize our CAD/CAM solutions to their fullest potential.

Ryan Napolitano

Ryan, a University of Connecticut graduate in Communication Sciences, has extensive experience in both analog and digital dental technology. At Precision Craft Dental Lab, he specializes in integrating new technologies and maintaining quality control. Pankey trained with hundreds of CE hours, he is an active member of several Seattle Study Clubs and has mentored for major implant companies. An Allied member of the American College of Prosthodontists, he also serves on the board of Dental Lifeline. Outside of work, Ryan is a licensed Merchant Marine captain who enjoys time on the water with his family, fishing along the New England coast.

Date: April 10, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (PT)
Location: Global Learning Center of the Washington AGD. 19415 International Blvd Ste 410, Seatac, WA 98188

Mark your calendars!

September 10-12th, 2026

We are excited to announce that the 32nd Congress of the International Academy of Gnathology will be held on September 10-12th, 2026 at the Cedarbrook Lodge in Seattle, Washington!  Mark you calendars and invite colleagues to another meeting of learning and camaraderie as we explore the future of dentistry!