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FALL IMPLANT SYMPOSIUM

Attend the Glidewell Symposium for two days of clinical and business education in implant dentistry.

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WHY ATTEND

Attend the Glidewell Symposium for two days of clinical and business education in implant dentistry. On the first day, experience fast-paced podium presentations, and on the second day, choose from five hands-on workshops and focused lectures, for a total of 10 CE hours.

  • Discover cutting-edge clinical techniques for your implant cases.
  • Acquire new surgical skills to treat more patients in your practice.
  • Gain insights from experts in implant dentistry.
  • Explore the latest clinical and business techniques to excel in implant surgery.
  • Tour the world’s largest and most innovative dental laboratory.
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Tuition Includes 2 Hotel Nights with an Option to Add a 3rd for a Nominal Fee
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DAY 1

General Session

DAY 2

Workshop or Lecture

DAY

1

Friday, November 6, 2026

8:15 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

GENERAL SESSION

Earn 5 CE Credits

Includes complimentary breakfast and lunch, as well as a 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 take your surgical implant skills to the next level. Using a concise, powerful format, these inspiring and practical presentations will focus on implant placement from treatment planning to immediate loading. The curriculum is crafted to provide fresh information for clinicians at any stage of their careers — whether you’re just starting out placing implants or are a veteran in implant dentistry.

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Welcome Remarks

8:15–8:30 a.m.

Jim Glidewell, CDT

Timothy Kosinski
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Restorative-Based Implant Treatment

8:30–9 a.m.

Timothy F. Kosinski, DDS, MAGD

Apply a system for case presentation and treatment plan acceptance with the final restoration in mind.

Randolph Resnik
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Implant Site Development: From Socket Grafting to Ridge Augmentation

9:30–9:45 a.m.

Randolph R. Resnik, DMD, MDS

Learn the basic principles of developing a site for implant placement, including recognition and treatment of potential defects.

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Digital Treatment Planning

10:15–10:45 a.m.

Bushra Imam, BDS

Explore the benefits and indications for both guided and freehand implant surgery.

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Digitally Guided Implant Surgery

10:45–11:15 a.m.

Issac Tawill, DDS, M.S.

Understand the workflow for chairside 3D printing of surgical grade and provisionals on day of surgery.

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Immediate Placement and Immediate Load

11:15–Noon

Christopher Resnik, DMD

Apply case selection principles to determine when and where to immediately place and load an implant.

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Lunch and Tours

Noon–2 p.m.

Paresh B. Patel, DDS
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Restorative Options for Single-Tooth and Multi-Unit Cases

2–2:45 p.m.

Paresh Patel, DDS

Explore provisional and definitive restorative solutions for both single- and multiple-unit cases. Determine when to use cement-retained vs. screw-retained and choose the appropriate restorative material.

Dr. Manalili
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Managing Anterior Esthetics

2:45–3:30 p.m.

Taylor Manalili, DDS

Understand when to utilize cement- or screw-retained implant restorations and select the appropriate restorative material.

Raymond Choi
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Implant Overdentures

4–4:30 p.m.

Raymond Choi, DDS, M.S.

Understand the surgical and restorative options involved in treating patients with overdentures.

Hosted Cocktail Party and Dinner at Mesa Manor

5–7 p.m.

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

DAY

2

Saturday, November 7, 2026

8:15 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

GENERAL SESSION

Earn 5 CE Credits

Includes complimentary breakfast and lunch.

Build your knowledge with the latest clinical information, tools and techniques in implant dentistry. Participate in a hands-on workshop from each of the two sessions.

Rob Brenneise
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Welcome Remarks

8:15–8:30 a.m.

Rob Brenneise

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Treatment Planning the Terminal Dentition Patient

8:30–9:30 a.m.

Stella Stavrou, DDS

Explore how to evaluate, plan, and present treatment options, including extractions, dentures, and implant-supported prostheses.

SESSION 1: 10–11:30 a.m.

Timothy Kosinski
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Techniques for Suturing and Socket Preservation

10–11:30 a.m.

Timothy F. Kosinski, DDS, MAGD

HANDS-ON: In this hands-on session, learn the principles of socket regeneration, including bone grafting and suturing techniques.

Raymond Choi
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Overdentures: Surgical and Restorative Procedures

10–11:30 a.m.

Raymond Choi, DDS, M.S.

HANDS-ON: Get hands-on experience in the surgical and restorative procedures necessary for placing overdentures, from implant placement to final pickup.

Paresh B. Patel, DDS
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Introduction to Freehand Implant Surgery

10–11:30 a.m.

Paresh Patel, DDS | Isaac Tawill, DDS, M.S.

HANDS-ON: Learn the foundational principles and skills for performing both freehand and guided implant surgery.

Dr. Manalili
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Treatment Options for the Full-Arch Fixed Restoration

10–11:30 a.m.

Taylor Manalili, DDS | Bushra Imam, BDS

LECTURE: Analyze options for full-arch fixed restorations. Review treatment planning, implant placement, materials selection and when to use screw-retained vs. alternative attachments.

Randolph Resnik
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Preventing Surgical Complications

10–11:30 a.m.

Randolph R. Resnik, DMD, MDS

LECTURE: Understand the key issues that will help you prevent and avoid complications in implant surgery and restoration.

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CBCT Fundamentals: Practical Interpretation and Clinical Decision Making

10–11:30 a.m.

Lea Al Matny, DDS, M.S.

INTERACTIVE LECTURE: Gain a foundational understanding of CBCT imaging to confidently interpret scans and apply findings to everyday clinical decisions.

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Lunch

11:30–12:30 p.m.

Randolph Resnik
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Do's and Don'ts of Implant Treatment Planning

12:30–1:30 p.m.

Randolph R. Resnik, DMD, MDS

SESSION 2: 2–3:30 p.m.

Timothy Kosinski
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Techniques for Suturing and Socket Preservation

2–3:30 p.m.

Timothy F. Kosinski, DDS, MAGD

HANDS-ON: In this hands-on session, learn the principles of socket regeneration, including bone grafting and suturing techniques.

Raymond Choi
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Overdentures: Surgical and Restorative Procedures

2–3:30 p.m.

Raymond Choi, DDS, M.S.

HANDS-ON: Get hands-on experience in the surgical and restorative procedures necessary for placing overdentures, from implant placement to final pickup.

Paresh B. Patel, DDS
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Introduction to Freehand Implant Surgery

2–3:30 p.m.

Paresh Patel, DDS | Isaac Tawil, DDS, M.S.

HANDS-ON: Learn the foundational principles and skills for performing both freehand and guided implant surgery.

Dr. Manalili
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Treatment Options for the Full-Arch Fixed Restoration

2–3:30 p.m.

Taylor Manalili, DDS | Bushra Imam, BDS

LECTURE: Analyze options for full-arch fixed restorations. Review treatment planning, implant placement, materials selection and when to use screw-retained vs. alternative attachments.

Randolph Resnik
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Preventing Surgical Complications

2–3:30 p.m.

Randolph R. Resnik, DMD, MDS

LECTURE: Understand the key issues that will help you prevent and avoid complications in implant surgery and restoration.

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CBCT Fundamentals: Practical Interpretation and Clinical Decision Making

2–3:30 p.m.

Lea Al Matny, DDS, MS

INTERACTIVE LECTURE: Gain a foundational understanding of CBCT imaging to confidently interpret scans and apply findings to everyday clinical decisions.

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Happy Hour

3:30–4:30 p.m.

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Glidewell Education Center
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Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority, or AGD endorsement.
3/1/2024 to 2/29/2028.
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NOVEMBER 8–9, 2024

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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.

STELLA STAVROU, DDS, FACP

Dr. Stella Stavrou earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine. She completed her General Practice Residency at the West Los Angeles Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center, followed by an additional year as Chief GPR Resident. Dr. Stavrou pursued a residency in prosthodontics at the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in maxillofacial prosthetics at the University of California Los Angeles. Her clinical practice includes fixed and removable prosthodontics, complex full-mouth rehabilitations, implant dentistry, maxillofacial prosthetics, and high-quality specialty patient care. Dr. Stavrou is a Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics. She is a fellow of the American College of Prosthodontics: an associate fellow of the American Academy of Maxillofacial Prosthetics; and an active member of the American Dental Association. Dr. Stavrou is currently practicing in California and is a part-time lecturer and clinical instructor in prosthodontics at the UCLA School of Dentistry.
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.

Dr. Timothy Kosinski

Timothy F. Kosinski, DDS, MAGD

Dr. Timothy Kosinski graduated from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry and received a Master of Science degree in biochemistry from Wayne State University School of Medicine. In addition to serving on the editorial review board of numerous dental journals, Dr. Kosinski has published over 180 articles and contributed to textbooks on the surgical and prosthetic phases of implant dentistry.

Randolph R. Resnik, DMD, MDS

Randolph R. Resnik, DMD, MDS

Dr. Randolph Resnik graduated from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine and has earned specialty certificates in prosthodontics and oral implantology, as well as a Master of Dental Science. He was chief of staff and surgical director of the Resnik Implant Institute for over 15 years, and is currently the institute’s director and primary lecturer. Dr. Resnik lectures in the United States and internationally, and has authored several definitive textbooks on oral implantology.

BUSHRA IMAM, BDS

Dr. Bushra Imam is a general practitioner from Atlanta, GA. She brings close to 15 years of experience in the full-arch implant and digital dentistry field. She graduated with honors from Cairo University in Egypt in 2011, earning her dental degree. She then completed her NBDE certification in 2017 in the U.S. Since 2014, she has mentored dental specialists and general practitioners in the U.S. and internationally in planning and restoring complex implant cases. Her work is focused on providing a synergy between the surgical and restorative phases to achieve a patient centric and minimally invasive treatment approach. Bushra has become an authority in her field while collaborating and lecturing with leading clinicians, as well as working with top companies in the industry. Dr. Imam is currently the director of education and integration with Glidewell.

Isaac Tawil, DDS

Dr. Isaac Tawil is the clinical director of TBS Dental and Shining 3D, and he is the co-director of GuidedSmile. He serves as an ambassador for the Megagen International Network of Educators and Clinicians (MINEC), the Digital Dental Society, and the Clean Implant Foundation. Dr. Tawil sits on the boards of MINEC USA, the Digital Dental USA Society, and the SlowDentistry Movement. He is a diplomate of both the International Academy of Dental Implantology (IADI) and the International Academy for Dental-Facial Esthetics (IADFE), and he is a fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI). Named one of Dentistry Today’s “Top 225 Leaders in Continuing Education,” Dr. Tawil is a faculty member at the Osseodensification Academy, Brighter Way Educational Director in Phoenix, Arizona, and Digital Director of GuidedSmile. Dr. Tawil has been widely published in journals, textbooks, and magazines in the fields of implantology and digital dentistry, and he has presented on main podiums and led hands-on workshops around the world. He maintains a private practice in Brooklyn, New York.

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.

Christopher Resnik, DMD

Dr. Christopher Resnik is a prosthodontist in Winter Park, Florida, and a faculty member at the Resnik Implant Institute. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree as well as a certificate in the advanced specialty of prosthodontics and master’s degree in Oral Implantology from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Resnik has contributed to textbooks on implant dentistry and avoiding complications in oral implantology.

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.
Dr. Manalili

Taylor Manalili, DDS

Dr. Taylor Manalili is director of clinical prosthodontics at Glidewell. Since joining Glidewell in 2018 as the company’s first-ever Fellow, she has conducted clinical research and performed advanced restorative work, including implant placement, chairside restorations and full-mouth rehabilitations. Dr. Manalili earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree as well as a certificate in the advanced specialty of prosthodontics from Stony Brook University. Throughout her residency, Dr. Manalili served as a clinical instructor for predoctoral students, and provided lectures to students, residents and local dentists.

Raymond Choi, DDS, M.S.

Dr. Raymond Choi holds a DDS and a master’s degree in geriatric dentistry from the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC. He has extensive experience in both surgical and restorative aspects of implant overdentures and has been teaching implants for over 20 years. Previously, Dr. Choi maintained a private general practice in Tustin where he placed implants for over 30 years.

Lea Al Matny, DDS, M.S.

Dr. Lea Al Matny is a licensed oral and maxillofacial radiologist at SeeThru Reports and a clinical education specialist at Carestream Dental. She attended the University of Texas Health in San Antonio (UTHSA) where she received both a certificate in oral and maxillofacial radiology and a master’s in dental science. She is a reviewer for the Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology and Oral Radiology journal and is actively involved in multiple committees at the American Association of Oral Maxillofacial Radiology (AAOMR).
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