Lecture up to 1 hour

Esthetics/Cosmetic Dentistry, AGD Subject Code 780

Digital dentistry is rapidly advancing in our profession. Though this technology is incredible, it also may come with quite a learning curve and some significant investment. In order to justify these costs we must first develop systems that both bring patients to our offices and increase case acceptance. As clinicians we must have an understanding of how to assess which of these technologies will improve the quality and flow of the dentistry we provide, and be worth the investment. Can a practice truly be completely digital today? What are some of the challenges and shortcomings of this technology? In this discussion Andrew Skasko and Pinhas Adar will present marketing strategies, consultation flow and case acceptance tips as well as failures and successes in their daily use of technology such as social media, digital scanning, AI smile design and video analytics, as well as 3D facial scanning.

Upon completion of this session, the attendees should be able to:

• Understand the importance of a consistent flow when enrolling a patient for comprehensive care and experience how to maximize the likelihood of case acceptance during the patient enrollment and consultation process.

• Understand the key players of the team and their particular roles and responsibilities throughout the case evolution process.

• Implement a systematic digital workflow to simplify case presentation, planning, and performance.

• Identify the limitations of digital technologies through challenges and failures.

• Understand how the creation of a fluid digital workflow can be a win for the dentist, patient, technician, and team.

Dr Skasko and Mr Adar do not have any affiliations to disclose.

• Dr Andrew Skasko is the founder of Elite Dental and Skasko Smile Design Studio in New Albany, Ohio. He attended The Ohio State University College of Dentistry College of Dentistry, completing his training in 2004. Dr Skasko opened his comprehensive interdisciplinary practice, Elite Dental in 2005 with special focus on complex team based treatment. In 2018, he further advanced his brand founding Skasko Smile Design Studio. In his mentorship role to younger colleagues, he has most recently partnered and co founded Molnar and Skasko Family and Cosmetic Dentistry; focusing on providing advanced dental care to underserved communities. His strong core values and commitment to excellence in patient care has enabled his primary practice to evolve into one of the most comprehensive and productive dental practices in the country. Throughout his time in practice, he has maintained a strong commitment to advanced education and developed a passion for complex reconstructive dentistry. He has been very involved in both teaching and presenting comprehensive treatment planning exercises to study clubs throughout the US. Additionally, Dr Skasko has competed in numerous world treatment planning programs at the Seattle Study Club annual symposiums . In January 2023 , Dr. Skasko was honored to be named team lead for Team North America in a planning square-off between North America and Spain. Dr Skasko is a clinical assistant professor in the restorative/prosthodontics division of The Ohio State University College of Dentistry and speaks nationally on successful interdisciplinary concepts. Dr Skasko resides in New Albany, Ohio with his wife Sue; son, Drew; daughter, Arden and their Cavapoo, Josh. He enjoys working on vintage and exotic cars, martial arts, snowboarding, traveling abroad and spending time with family and friends.
• Master Ceramist Pinhas Adar studied initially in Tel Aviv, Israel and completed his in- ternship in Zurich, Switzerland and returned to Israel to complete his Master degree in Dental Technology. He has 35 years of experience in all phases of dental laboratory technology, specializing in the many facets of porcelain esthetic restorations on both natural teeth and osseointegrated implants. Mr Adar has lectured all over Europe, Israel, the Far East and Australia, Canada and the United States, on the multidisciplinary approaches in optimizing esthetics. He has the unique privilege of working and teaching with many leaders in the field of esthetic and cosmetic dentistry in interdisciplinary settings. He has contributed chapters in texts on posterior ceramic restorations and porcelain laminate veneers, published by Quintessence Publishing Co., Inc. as well as numerous magazine articles. He has produced educational DVD’s for the dental industry on different topics entitled “Porcelain Laminate Veneers”, “Crowns from Vision to Reality”, and “Trial Smile.” He resides in Atlanta, GA where he practices, teaches and does research from his dental laboratory. Mr Adar has lectured and presented live television programs in the United States, Europe, Israel, the Far East and Australia, as well as a multitude of programs nationally on the multidisciplinary approaches in optimizing esthetics in complex implant restorations. He has the unique privilege of working and teaching with many leaders in the field of esthetic/cosmetic/implant dentistry in interdisciplinary settings in many different cultural backgrounds. He has the distinction of being the first dental ceramist to address an international meeting of the American College of Prosthodontists. He has contributed chapters in texts on posterior ceramic restorations and porcelain laminate veneers, published by Quintessence Publishing Co., Inc. He contributed text to a multi-disciplinary book, “The Art of the Smile” published by Quintessence Publishing Co., as well as numerous magazine articles on both implants as well as smile design and communication within the dental team.