Contact
UB*CDE
ubcde@ubdentalalumni.org
Phone: (716) 829-2320
Fax: (716) 829-2484

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Course Details
9am-4pm
Fri, May 9, 2025
Check-in/bfst 8:30am
Lunch onsite noon

Venue
The Columns Banquet Center
2221 Transit Rd
Elma, NY

Phone: (716) 674-3241
Ample free parking!


Registration fees:

Hygienist:
Early Bird (by Apr 18) $135
After April 18: $155

CE HRS: 6



Guest speaker:

Irene Iancu, RRDH is a Canadian hygienist and entrepreneur. With experience in various specialties like Pediatrics, Orthodontics, and Periodontics, she has combined all these elements in her start-up dental practice in Toronto, Toothlife Studio. Through her diverse passions and dental hygiene expertise, she has been able to carve out a unique paths in the field.


Apart from being an Independent Dental Hygienist and practice owner, Irene is an

international speaker, key opinion leader, host of the Tooth or Dare podcast and creates

educational content on all social platforms under the handle @toothlife.irene. Over the

years, it has grown into a vibrant community of like-minded clinicians, all eager to learn,

share and grow.


Irene has served as a Clinical & Theoretical Instructor Instructor at Oxford College; Quality Assurance and Peer Mentor for the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario; and Item Writer for Canadian Nation Dental Hygiene Boards. These positions have allowed her to advance her mission of sharing new industry insight with other professionals.


ANNUAL UB DENTAL HYGIENE SYMPOSIUM

Friday, May 9, 2025, at The Columns Banquet Center


Caries Diagnosis and Early intervention (White Spot Management)

The RDH Checklist for Implant Maintenance and Identifying Failure


How to Win Against White Spot Lesions: From Basics to Advanced Solutions!

In this engaging event, you’ll dive into a comprehensive journey covering prevention, management, and sustained solutions for white spot lesions. From establishing a rock-solid foundation to exploring cutting-edge techniques and products, Irene has you covered. Discover how to conduct thorough white spot lesion risk assessments, ensuring you have a tailored approach for each patient’s needs. Irene will guide you through the intricacies of identifying risk factors and formulating strategic plans for lifelong oral health which may include the use of Glass Ionomers, Resin Infiltration, SDF and more.

But that’s not all – you’ll unravel the secrets of lifelong solutions. Beyond the traditional and into the avant-garde, you’ll learn how to go beyond mere management and truly provide lasting solutions that stand the test of time. This presentation will shed light on innovative methods like resin infiltration, showcasing the possibilities of restoring teeth to their optimal state by a hygienist for hygienists!

Elevate your practice and become a true white spot lesion conqueror. From basics to advanced solutions, this presentation is your gateway to transforming your patients’ smiles and oral health journey.


Course Objectives

  • Grasp the underlying causes of white spot lesions and caries, recognizing their significance in maintaining oral well-being through preventive measures
  • Acquire proficiency in the conventional application of fluoride varnish, comprehending its advantages in thwarting caries development
  • Discover innovative approaches to avert white spot lesions and caries, encompassing natural remedies and self-administered oral care routines
  • Review the mechanics of resin infiltration and its pivotal role in managing early-stage carious lesions
  • Develop the skills to evaluate and strategize for patients afflicted with early carious lesions, employing specialized caries risk assessment tools


The RDH Checklist for Implant 

Maintenance and Identifying Failure


Join Irene for a comprehensive lecture designed to provide the checklist you didn't know you needed to bring back to practice with you and spice up your maintenance protocols.


This session will furnish you with the knowledge and proficiency required to optimize patient outcomes. We explore identifying implant failures, implications and prevalence of implant failures, and factors that can precipitate complications.

We'll navigate into clinical signs of implant failure, shedding light on the significance of pain, inflammation, and mobility. Real-world case studies will illustrate the array of manifestations of implant complications. Radiographic assessment, pivotal in implant care, will be scrutinized, emphasizing its role in detecting early bone loss and issues.


Learning objectives:

  1. Identify clinical indicators of implant complications
  2. Apply evidence-based diagnostic techniques
  3. Implement specialized maintenance protocols


This event sponsored in part by unrestricted educational grants from the following companies: