RESORT RESERVATIONS
Please coordinate your hotel accomodations on your own by calling the in-house reservations desk or you can speed the reservation process up by going on-line to the following link:
http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/StarGroupsWeb/res?id=0609075107&key=15DC2
Sheraton Steamboat Resort and Conference Center
2200 Village Inn Court
Steamboat Springs, Colorado 80477
970-879-2220 (In-House Reservations) 800-848-8877

Room options and prices vary—standard rooms are priced at $259/night. In order to receive the group rate, refer to the University of Minnesota / University of Texas Dental Schools Ski & Learn program when calling to make your reservation. The group rates will be offered from Tuesday, February 13, 2007 through Sunday, February 18, 2007.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS
Ski and Learn Participants can make their ground transportation reservations online and receive a $4 discount on round trip service to and from the Hayden airport, and $14 off round trip service between Denver International Airport and Steamboat Springs.

This link will take you directly to the portal:
https://hudsonltd4.com/cgi-bin/atl1/res?USERIDENTRY=SKILEARNWE&LOGON=GO

You can also get there by going to our website http://www.alpinetaxi.com click on Make A Reservation, then enter SKILEARNWE in the Group Code box at the bottom of the page and GO.

Please note that the room reservation cut-off date is January 14, 2007. Reservation requests after January 14, 2007, will be accepted on a space and rate availability basis. This course is scheduled during peak tourist season so make your reservations early. An additional fee of $50.00 per dentist or dental team member will be assessed to course attendees not staying at the Sheraton Steamboat Resort.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Pre-registration is necessary. Please call the Office of Continuing Dental Education at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, (210) 567-3177 or mail the registration form with check made payable to “UTHSCSA” to:

UTHSCSA; Continuing Dental Education MSC 7930;
7703 Floyd Curl Drive
San Antonio, Texas 78229-3900.
Phone: (210) 567-3177
FAX: (210) 567-6807
Payment may also be made by credit card -
Mastercard, Visa or Discover only.

SKI AND LEARN REFUND POLICY
If you must cancel your registration, please notify the Office of Continuing Dental Education as soon as you determine you are unable to attend so that a refund may be considered. Due to commitments to off-site properties, any cancellation made prior to January 1, 2007 will be subject to an administrative fee assessment of $132.00. Any cancellation made after that date does not qualify for a refund. However, participants may choose to place their tuition minus an administrative and direct cost fee assessment into a holding account for future use. No Shows will not qualify for refunds. Written notification is required within five business days by mail, fax, or e-mail to initiate the refund process. Please allow four to six weeks for all refunds.

AGD Approved National Sponsor-FAGD/MAGD Credit. The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry and the
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, Dental School are ADA Continuing Education Recognition
Program (CERP) providers. 12 credit hours.



TIMES
Pre Check-in: Wednesday 9:30 PM-10:00 PM
Final Check-in: Thursday, 7:00 AM
Program: Thursday-Friday, 7:30 –9:30 AM; 4:30-6:30 PM
Saturday, 7:30-11:45 AM
Breakfast will be provided at the morning session. Snacks and refreshments will be available for the course participants at the afternoon sessions.

LOCATION
Sheraton Steamboat Resort and Conference Center, Steamboat Springs, Colorado

TUITION This fee includes tuition, course materials, daily continental breakfast and daily afternoon refreshments.
Individual: $495.00
A $50 additional fee per person will be assessed to course attendees not staying at the Sheraton Steamboat Resort.
$495.00 + $50.00 = $545.00)
Savings Plan 1: $495.00 - $40.00 = $455.00
Savings Plan 2: $495.00 - $40.00 - $20.00 = $435.00
Savings Plan 3: $495.00 - $40.00 - $20.00 - $10.00 = $425.00

**3 Step Savings Plan - This is how it works**

1.GOOD Register with Sheraton Steamboat Resort and Conference Center before December 29, 2006 and save $40.00 off the tuition price. (Your registration fee will be $455.00)

2. BETTER If you reserve your room with Sheraton Steamboat and send us a $100.00 non refundable deposit before DECEMBER 15, 2006 you will qualify for an additional $20.00 off the tuition price. (Your registration fee will be $435.00). Balance of the course will be due by January 15, 2007.

3. BEST Reserve your Sheraton Steamboat room and register for the course in full before October 26, 2006 and receive an additional $10.00 off the tuition fee. (Your registration fee will be $425.00)

Reserve your spot with a $100.00 non-refundable deposit before November 30, 2006 and receive a free DVD or
VHS of Dr. Joseph Massad’s “Legal Considerations for Today’s Practitioner” valued at $140.00.

CREDIT (Course Code: 122950A) • AGD Code: 430, 434, 730 • Hours: 12

OBJECTIVES AND SCHEDULE
Thursday, February 15
Nelson Rhodus, D.M.D., M.P.H.
7:30-9:30 AM
New Initiatives in the Early Detection and Prevention of Oral Cancer
• The participant will learn about the epidemiology and carcinogenesis of oral cancer.
• The participant will learn about the clinical manifestations and diagnosis of oral cancer.
• The participant will learn about new techniques and aides for the early detection and prevention of oral cancer.

4:30-6:30 PM
Recognition and Management of the Patient with Salivary Gland Hypofunction
• The participant will recognize the role of saliva and its constituents in protecting the oral cavity.
• The participant will recognize etiologies of salivary gland dysfunction.
• The participant will recognize clinical complications from salivary gland dysfunction.
• The participant will be able to describe current treatment modalities for salivary gland dysfunction.

Friday, February 16
Nelson Rhodus, D.M.D., M.P.H.
7:30-9:30 AM
Dental Management of Common Oral Lesions
• The participant will recognize various common oral lesions and their etiologies and pathophysiology.
• The participant will recognize clinical manifestations of various common oral lesions.
• The participant will be able to describe current treatment modalities for various common oral lesions.

4:30-6:30 PM
Adriana Segura, D.D.S., M.S.
Behavior Management and Parenting Styles: How Does It Affect Your Practice?
• The participant will have an understanding of different parenting styles.
• The participant will be able to use communication and coaching skills to obtain cooperation.

Early Detection Using Quantitative Light Fluorescence
• The participant will understand the technology and its practical use for early prevention.
• The participant will have an understanding of risk assessment and early intervention.

Saturday, February 17
Adriana Segura, D.D.S., M.S.
7:30-8:30 AM
Options for Bleaching In Young Patients
• The participant will understand the effectiveness bleaching in the young pediatric patient.
• The participant will be able to select the appropriate approach to vital tooth bleaching.

8:30-8:45 AM
BREAK

8:45-11:45 AM
Kevin J. Donly, D.D.S., M.S.
Contemporary Pediatric Restorative Dentistry
• The participant will have an understanding of the clinical utilization of traditional, pho topolymerized glass ionomer cements and compomers, including indications and contraindications.
• The participant will see the available fluoride-releasing restorative materials marketed today and understand their ability to inhibit primary and secondary caries, as well as remineralize incipient carious lesions.

PRESENTERS
Kevin J. Donly, D.D.S., M.S.graduated from the University of Iowa, College of Dentistry in 1984. In 1986 he received his Master’s Degree in Oral Science and Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry from the University of Iowa, College of Dentistry. He is currently Professor and Chairman of the Department of Pediatric Dentistry at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.

Adriana Segura, D.D.S., M.S., graduated in 1990 from the University of Texas Dental Branch in Houston. She completed a General Practice Residency program in 1991 from Miami Veterans Hospital in Florida. Dr. Segura received her Certificate and Masters Degree in Pediatric Dentistry in 1993 from the University of Iowa. She is currently the Predoctoral Director for the Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Director of the Ricardo Salinas Clinic at UTHSCSA.

Nelson Rhodus, D.M.D., M.P.H., is the Distinguished Professor and Director of the, Division of Oral Medicine, Oral Diagnosis and Oral and is Maxillofacial Radiology in the Department of Diagnostic and Surgical Sciences at the, University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Medicine.

ABOUT STEAMBOAT AND THE SHERATON RESORT STEAMBOAT, positioned 7,000 feet up in the Colorado Rockies, is home to one of North America's largest ski mountains. This northwestern Colorado ski resort receives an average of over 30 feet of "Champagne Powder" each year. This destination gives you not just one mountain to explore, but five peaks, 140 trails (13% beginner; 56% intermediate; 31% advanced), and nearly 3,000 skiable acres.

THE YAMPA VALLEY REGIONAL AIRPORT in Hayden is just 22 miles from the Steamboat ski area. Nonstop flights from eight major cities (including Minneapolis/St Paul and Dallas/Ft. Worth) are available daily. Regular shuttle service is available from Hayden to Steamboat and charter service can be arranged from Denver. The Denver airport is 170 miles from Steamboat, approximately a 3 hour drive.

THE SHERATON STEAMBOAT RESORT is nestled at the base of the Steamboat Ski Area, just steps from the Silver Bullet Gondola. This full service luxury hotel includes: 315 beautifully-appointed guest rooms, suites and condominiums-each with a private balcony; sauna, steam rooms and fitness center; outdoor heated pools and hot tubs; complimentary ski storage and ski valet service; ski & sport shops, gift shop and ski rental; complimentary underground parking; two restaurants and one lounge.

THE CITY OF STEAMBOAT SPRINGS offers two distinct shopping and entertainment areas, the "Village" and "Old Town," and provides free bus transportation between the two. Included in these areas are over 70 restaurants and bars and an abundance of boutiques and galleries to explore.

Registration Procedure
Course registrations are being taken by The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, Dental School, Continuing Dental Education MSC 7930; 7703 Floyd Curl Drive; San Antonio, Texas 78229-3900.
Registration by Phone, Mail, FAX or through the Internet
You may choose any of the following methods to register for courses:
• Call (210) 567-3177 and use your credit card to register.
• Mail in your registration form along with your check or credit card information. (VISA, MasterCard or Discover)
• FAX your registration and credit card information to us at (210) 567-6807.
• Access our web site at http://smile.uthscsa.edu and register online.

ACCOMMODATING PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES: If you are a person with a disability and desire special
accommodations, please advise us at the time of registering for the course. Requests will be kept confidential. Individuals with speech or hearing impairments can contact the Office of CDE by using TDD Message-Relay Texas. If you have a TDD,
1-800-735-2989. If you do not have a TDD, call 1-800-735-2988.

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