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Esthetics:
Creating Beautiful Smiles

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WHY ATTEND

Attend the Glidewell Symposium for two days of clinical education in esthetic dentistry. On the first day, experience fast-paced podium presentations, and on the second day, choose from five workshops, for a total of 9 CE hours.

  • Discover cutting-edge clinical techniques for your esthetic cases.
  • Gain insights from experts in esthetic dentistry.
  • Earn 9 CE hours.
  • Explore the latest clinical techniques to grow your restorative practice.
  • Tour the world’s largest and most innovative dental laboratory.
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Each Paid Tuition Includes 2 Hotel Nights
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DAY 1

General Session

DAY 2

Workshops

DAY

1

Friday, August 15, 2025

8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

GENERAL SESSION

Earn 6 CE Credits

Includes complimentary breakfast and lunch, campus tour, and a hosted cocktail party and dinner at Mesa Manor, home of Jim and Parvina Glidewell

Participate in a full day of fast-paced presentations designed to help you achieve the ultimate esthetic improvements for your patients. Using a concise, powerful format, these inspiring and practical presentations will cover an array of topics, such as materials and technical advancements in dental esthetics, techniques for developing simplified esthetic makeovers, and restorative options for achieving success with complex cases.

The curriculum is crafted to provide fresh information for clinicians at any stage of their careers — from dentists just starting out to those experienced in esthetic dentistry.

Neil Park
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Welcome Remarks

8:15–8:30 a.m.

Neil Park, DMD | Jim Glidewell, CDT

Steven Barrett
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Clinical Protocol for Smile Makeovers

8:30–9:15 a.m.

Steven Barrett, DDS

Develop a system for smile analysis and communicating with your patient and lab.

Taylor Manalili, DDS
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The Digital Revolution in Esthetic Dentistry

8:30–9:15 a.m.

Taylor Manalili, DDS

Using digital technology to make your esthetic cases more efficient and predictable.

Justin Chi
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Restorative Material Options for Esthetic Cases

9:15–10 a.m.

Justin Chi, DDS, CDT

New restorative materials have enabled us to provide life-like esthetics with the strength to last the patient’s lifetime. Understand when to use each of these materials.

Ben Miraglia, DDS
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Aligner Therapy: Building the Foundation for Esthetic Success

10:45–11:30 a.m.

Ben Miraglia, DDS

How to use aligner treatment to improve smiles and to establish better tooth position for an esthetic restorative case.

Danielle Brown
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Tooth Preparation for Esthetic Success

11:15 a.m.–Noon

Danielle Brown, DDS

Learn how to design tooth preparations based on your esthetic goals.

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Lunch & Tour

Noon–2 p.m.

Roger Levin
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Powerful Strategies to Increase Esthetic Case Acceptance

2–2:45 p.m.

Roger P. Levin, DDS

Discover effective techniques and communication strategies to enhance patient acceptance of esthetic dental treatments.

Paresh B. Patel, DDS
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Looking at More Complex Cases

2:45–3:30 p.m.

Paresh B. Patel, DDS

Learn how to use an assortment of restorative techniques to achieve success with complex esthetic problems. Understand how photography can improve communication with your patients and the laboratory.

Mary Shields, DMD, MPH
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The Finishing Touch: Neuromodulators in Esthetic Dentistry

4–4:30 p.m.

Mary K. Shields, DMD, MPH

Understand how your esthetic cases can benefit from the use of neuromodulators.

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Q&A: Panel Discussion

4:30–5 p.m.

Presenters: All Afternoon Speakers

Hosted Cocktail Party and Dinner at Mesa Manor

5:30–7:30 p.m.​

Join us at the home of Jim and Parvina Glidewell for dinner and cocktails.

DAY

2

Saturday, August 16, 2025

8:15 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

CHOOSE A WORKSHOP FROM EACH SESSION

Earn 3 CE Credits

Includes complimentary breakfast and lunch.

Build your knowledge with the latest clinical information, tools and techniques in esthetic dentistry. Choose a workshop from each of the two sessions.

NOTE: Space is limited. Select your courses and enroll early to reserve your seat.

Neil Park
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Rob Brenneise
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Welcome Remarks

8:15–8:30 a.m.

Neil Park, DMD | Robert Brenneise

Steven Barrett
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Keynote Lecture: Clinical Protocol for Smile Makeovers

8:30–10 a.m.

Steven Barrett, DDS

Develop a system for smile analysis and communicating with your patient and lab.

Session 1: 10:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m.

Taylor Manalili, DDS
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Patricia Swanson
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Tooth Preparation for Esthetic Restorations: Hands-on Workshop

10:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m.

Taylor Manalili, DDS | Patricia Swanson, DDS, FACP

Learn simplified protocols for esthetic tooth preparation.

Jinny Bender
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Finishing, Polishing, and Cementing Zirconia and Lithium Silicate Crowns

10:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m.

Jinny Bender, DMD

Practice a straightforward protocol for adjusting and cementing monolithic ceramic crowns.

Justin Chi
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Danielle Brown
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Increasing Productivity with the Digital Workflow: From Diagnosis to Restoration

10:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m.

Justin Chi, DDS, CDT | Danielle Brown, DDS

Understand the techniques and benefits of the digital workflow.

Paresh B. Patel, DDS
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Photography Workshop

10:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m.

Paresh B. Patel, DDS

Learn simplified methods for taking intraoral and portrait photographs without expensive equipment.

Wilson Schmidt, RDA
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Placing Lab-Fabricated Provisionals

10:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m.

Wilson Schmidt, RDAEF2, OMSA

Understand the techniques to fit lab-fabricated provisional restorations.

Mary Shields, DMD, MPH
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Neuromodulators: Hands-on Workshop

10:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m.

Mary K. Shields, DMD, MPH

A more in-depth look at neuromodulators. Experience a hands-on workshop to add finishing touches to your esthetic cases.

Steven Barrett
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Esthetic Case Planning

10:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m.

Steven Barrett, DDS

Learn step by step protocols for case planning and communicating with the lab.

Roger Levin
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Practice Management Boot Camp

10:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m.

Roger P. Levin, DDS

Learn ways to enhance operational efficiency, patient care, communication, and business growth. Shares strategies to help the practice lead with a clear vision, mission, and culture.

Session 2: 1:30–3:30 p.m.

Taylor Manalili, DDS
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Patricia Swanson
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Tooth Preparation for Esthetic Restorations: Hands-on Workshop

1:30–3:30 p.m.

Taylor Manalili, DDS | Patricia Swanson, DDS, FACP

Learn simplified protocols for esthetic tooth preparation.

Jinny Bender
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Finishing, Polishing, and Cementing Zirconia and Lithium Silicate Crowns

1:30–3:30 p.m.

Jinny Bender, DMD

Practice a straightforward protocol for adjusting and cementing monolithic ceramic crowns.

Justin Chi
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Increasing Productivity with the Digital Workflow: From Diagnosis to Restoration

1:30–3:30 p.m.

Justin Chi, DDS, CDT

Understand the techniques and benefits of the digital workflow.

Paresh B. Patel, DDS
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Photography Workshop

1:30–3:30 p.m.

Paresh B. Patel, DDS

Learn simplified methods for taking intraoral and portrait photographs without expensive equipment.

Wilson Schmidt, RDA
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Placing Lab-Fabricated Provisionals

1:30–3:30 p.m.

Wilson Schmidt, RDAEF2, OMSA

Understand the techniques to fit lab-fabricated provisional restorations.

Mary Shields, DMD, MPH
Read Bio

Neuromodulators: Hands-on Workshop

1:30–3:30 p.m.

Mary K. Shields, DMD, MPH

A more in-depth look at neuromodulators. Experience a hands-on workshop to add finishing touches to your esthetic cases.

Steven Barrett
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Esthetic Case Planning

1:30–3:30 p.m.

Steven Barrett, DDS

Learn step by step protocols for case planning and communicating with the lab.

Roger Levin
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Practice Management Boot Camp

1:30–3:30 p.m.

Roger P. Levin, DDS

Learn ways to enhance operational efficiency, patient care, communication, and business growth. Shares strategies to help the practice lead with a clear vision, mission, and culture.

Accent Squares

Happy Hour

3:30–4:30 p.m.

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Neil Park, DMD

Dr. Neil Park is scientific chair of the Glidewell Symposium and Glidewell’s vice president of clinical affairs. After receiving his DMD from Temple University School of Dentistry, he practiced dentistry for 12 years before beginning his career in the dental implant field. Dr. Park has held top leadership positions at companies such as Nobel Biocare and Henry Schein, and he is recognized for his work in the creation and management of innovative programs designed to bring new technology to private practitioners. He joined Glidewell in 2016, where he oversees clinical research & development, as well as training and education programs in implant, restorative and esthetic dentistry. In addition, he serves as editor-in-chief of Chairside® magazine. He is a Diplomate of the International College of Oral Implantologists, a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and a Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy.

Jim Glidewell, CDT

Jim Glidewell, CDT

Jim Glidewell is the founder and president of Glidewell, the world’s largest privately owned provider of restorative dental solutions. In 1970, Mr. Glidewell officially opened his lab to the public. Although his company initially started on his kitchen table, Jim applied a unique combination of technical knowledge, business principles, and marketing philosophies to quickly grow Glidewell into the recognized dental industry leader that it is today.

 

Still driven by his mission to make rehabilitative dentistry affordable to all, Mr. Glidewell employs a diverse team of over 4,000 employees. Joined in his pursuits are certified technicians, engineers, scientists, clinicians and support personnel, who all believe in his mission of advancing high-quality, cost-efficient materials. In addition to his work in driving change in dentistry, he also serves as an advocate for continued education. Glidewell currently supports numerous free education platforms, instructional courses and programs, which assist in providing enhanced knowledge to practicing dentists.

Steven Barrett

Steven Barrett, DDS

Dr. Steven Barrett earned his DDS from Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine and shortly after joined the U.S. Navy, where he served for three years. In 1991, he joined Greenberg Dental & Orthodontics, a private group practice now with over 80 locations in Florida. Currently the clinical director and a senior partner with the group, he uses his 30 years of experience practicing restorative dentistry to organize the group’s in-house continuing education program, lecture at dental schools and provide one-on-one mentorships throughout the state.

Dr. Manalili

Taylor Manalili, DDS

Dr. Taylor Manalili is director of clinical prosthodontics at Glidewell. In the onsite dental clinic at Glidewell, Dr. Manalili helps enhance laboratory protocols, conduct clinical research, and perform advanced restorative work — including implant placement, chairside restorations and full-mouth rehabilitations. She received a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Stony Brook University, where she also obtained an advanced certificate in prosthodontics and digital technologies. Dr. Manalili joined the Resnik International Implant Institute as a prosthodontic faculty member and has over ten years of teaching experience in a variety of educational settings. She graduated Guiding Leaders in 2019.

Justin Chi

Justin Chi, DDS, CDT

Dr. Justin Chi is director of clinical technologies at Glidewell. He joined Glidewell as a clinical research associate in 2015 after earning his DDS from the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC. Prior to attending dental school, Dr. Chi received his Bachelor of Science degree in dental laboratory technology from the LSU School of Dentistry, and earned his CDT in crown & bridge in 2007.

Ben Miraglia, DDS

BEN MIRAGLIA, DDS

Dr. Miraglia has been practicing dentistry in Mt. Kisco, NY for 30 years, including 20 years of early jaw growth and development for kids. He is widely recognized for his lectures and continuing education courses focusing on clear aligner therapy and craniofacial growth and development related to sleep-disordered breathing.

Danielle Brown

DANIELLE BROWN, DDS

Dr. Danielle Brown joined Glidewell in 2024 after seven years in private practice, throughout which she focused on esthetic dentistry. She graduated from the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry at USC in 2016. Dr. Brown served five years on the board of the Western Los Angeles Dental Society and earned the “Top 40 Under 40” award from the National Dental Association in 2023. She has also worked in low-income communities and is currently on the New Dentist Committee, where she champions the integration of technology to streamline daily workflows and assist career advancements. Dr. Brown graduated Guiding Leaders in 2023.

Roger P. Levin, DDS

Roger P. Levin, DDS

Dr. Roger Levin is the CEO of Levin Group, Inc., a leading dental management consulting firm. Founded in 1985, Levin Group has worked with more than 30,000 dental practices. Dr. Levin is one of the most sought-after speakers in dentistry and is a leading authority on dental practice success and sustainable growth. He is a graduate of the University of Maryland School of Dentistry, and has authored 65 books and more than 4,000 articles on dental practice management and marketing.

Paresh B. Patel

Paresh B. Patel, DDS

Dr. Paresh Patel is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry MaxiCourse® held at the Medical College of Georgia School of Dentistry. A clinical instructor who has placed more than 5,000 implants, Dr. Patel has published numerous articles in leading dental journals, is a Diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, and has worked extensively as a lecturer and clinical consultant on dental implants and prosthetics for several companies. He also maintains a private practice in Lenoir, Norh Carolina.
Mary Shields

Mary K. Shields, DMD, MPH

Dr. Mary Shields graduated from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry. She owns a private practice in Louisville, Kentucky, focused on family and cosmetic care. She is an associate member of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences and a member of the American Society of Forensic Odontology, where she provides forensic services ranging from the identification of human remains to legal consultations. Dr. Shields is also in the process of finalizing the requirements for board certification by the American Board of Forensic Odontology. She graduated Guiding Leaders in 2019.

Rob Brenneise

Rob brenneise

Robert Brenneise is the Chief Growth Officer at Glidewell. He has more than 25 years of experience in the implementation and development of sales strategy for some of the most well-known brands in the dental industry. His new initiatives at the company include leading its approach to elevating same-day dentistry through the glidewell.io™ In-Office Solution.

Patricia Swanson

Patricia Swanson, DDS, FACP

Dr. Patricia Swanson is the director of predoctoral prosthodontics at the Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine. She earned her DDS from the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine, and then earned her certificate in the advanced specialty of prosthodontics from Stony Brook University. Dr. Swanson has performed research in dental cements and implants, and she has a special interest in removable prosthodontics. She maintains a faculty practice in prosthodontics in Stony Brook, New York, and she is a Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics.

Jinny Bender

Jinny Bender, DMD

Dr. Jinny Bender is a clinical dentist at Glidewell. After earning her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, she practiced general dentistry for 27 years before joining Glidewell. She advises dentists on utilizing digital workflows, including the glidewell.io™ system. Dr. Bender is also a member of the ADA, CDA and Orange County Dental Society. She graduated Guiding Leaders in 2022.

Wilson Schmidt, RDA

WILSON SCHMIDT, RDAEF2, OMSA

Will Schmidt brings more than 22 years of dental experience, including 20 as a registered and extended functions dental assistant, to his role at Glidewell. He has worked in multiple settings, from private practice and group organizations, to oral surgery in a field trauma center. Prior to the dental industry, Will served as a U.S. Marine, an experience that he credits for honing his fine appreciation for detail.