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WORLD CONFERENCE 2003 IN RETROSPECT

Building a Strong Treatment Team

Abstract
This full-day course covered integration of the front office, clinical assistants, and hygienists who have important responsibilities in a successful practice involving C&B&I. The course was taught from the perspective of the dentist and a member of the staff. Participants in the course learned how to introduce and coordinate implant prosthetics into the office, and how to work with the surgical office and the dental laboratory. Products and procedures for implant and restorative appointments were covered. How to market C&B&I to prospective patients, and how to develop a financial policy were presented. What the real expenses for C&B&I therapy are and why fees have to be structured at certain levels, was part of this program.

This program was of benefit for both surgical and prosthetic staff personnel by illustrating the importance of coordination of patient care between the two offices.

Samuel M. Strong, DDS, Little Rock, Arkansas

Dr. Samuel M. Strong graduated from the University of Arkansas with a B.A. in 1970 and received his DDS degree from Baylor College of Dentistry in 1974. He completed two years of service in the US Naval Dental Corps in 1976 and then established a private general practice in Little Rock, Arkansas. Dr. Strong holds Fellowship and Diplomate status in the International Academy of Oral Implantology and Board Credentialed status in the Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, among numerous other memberships.

His published articles have appeared in Osstium, Practical Periodontics and Aesthetic Dentistry, Dentistry Today, Global Forum, and other periodicals. He lectures frequently on restorative implant and esthetic procedures and conducts hands-on workshops.

Stephanie Strong, RDH, BS, Little Rock, Arkansas

Stephanie Strong, RDH, BS graduated from Caruth School of Dental Hygiene, Baylor College of Dentistry in 1972. She has practiced clinical dental hygiene in Texas, California, and Arkansas.

In addition to maintaining a full time hygiene schedule in Dr. Sam Strong's restorative practice, she serves as adjunct lecturer at the South Central Restorative Institute, implant coordinator, and general office manager. Her insight and perspectives on total dental team organization and instruction on products and procedures for hygiene maintenance provide a unique synergy with Dr. Strong's lectures and hands-on workshops.

Her publications include articles in Practical Dental Hygiene and Dental Equipment and Materials. She has served as President of her local hygiene society and the Arkansas State Dental Hygiene Association