Upcoming events.
Hygiene C.E.
White Spots and What Nots: Hygiene & Ortho 101
Join us for an engaging 2-hour continuing education course designed for dental hygienists, exploring the connection between hygiene and orthordontics, with a practical information you can take back to your practice.
Presented by Dr. Joseph Deek
Wednesday, October 28th, 2026
6pm -8pm
Glacial Sands Oral · Facial · Implant Surgery - Education Facility
1008 Broadway, Chesterton, IN 46304
CE: 2 CE Hours
Cost: FREE
Seating is limited so RSVP is required.
To reserve your spot, text HYGIENE RSVP to 219-964-4321
Questions? Email kate.philbin@glacialsandsoms.com
We hope to see you there!
ITI Study Club
Course title: How to Read Your CBCT: Implant Planning, Incidental Findings, and AI Applications
ITI Study Club Session Title: How to Read Your CBCT: Implant Planning, Incidental Findings, and AI Applications
Speaker: Vinicius Dutra, DDS, MBA, PhDClinical Associate Professor, Department of Oral Pathology, Medicine, and Radiology – Indiana University School of Dentistry
Date: November 5, 2026Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM CSTHost: Dr. Sonia Bennett (Chesterton, IN)Target Audience: General dentists with varying levels of experience
Course Overview:Join the ITI Study Club for an informative session on CBCT interpretation designed for general practitioners. Dr. Vinicius Dutra will cover key clinical topics including implant treatment planning, identifying critical incidental findings, and integrating artificial intelligence applications into 3D imaging workflows.
ITI Study Club
Guided Implant Surgery – From Single-Tooth to Full-Arches
presented by: Dr. Luis Mezzomo, DDS, MS, PhD
ITI Study Club
Title- Shaping Single-Implant Success Through Provisionalization: A Hands-On Workshop
Akanksha Srivastava, BDS, MSc, MDSc, FACP, FRCDC, FAAMP
Dental Hygienist C.E.
Hygienist CE Event – February 26, 2026
Precancerous Lesions
Join Glacial Sands Oral, Facial & Implant Surgery and the Dr. Bennett Implant Collaborative for a dedicated continuing education event designed exclusively for the hygienists of our referring practices.
This focused 2-hour CE course will be led by Dr. Sonia Bennett
📚 What You’ll Learn
📅 Event Details
Date: February 26, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: 1008 Broadway, Chesterton, IN 46304
🎟 Registration
FREE for hygienists from our referring practices
Earn 2 CE Credits
Dinner Provided
RSVP Required (limited seating)
Text “Hygiene CE” to 219-964-4321 to reserve your spot.
Why Attend?
This CE night offers a valuable opportunity to expand your knowledge, enhance patient outcomes, and collaborate with colleagues who share your commitment to excellence in patientcare. We look forward to hosting you for an evening of learning, connection, and professional growth.
ITI Study Club Meeting
TOPIC: Diognostic and Prosthetic Considerations for Full Arch (AOX) Implant Treatment
We’re pleased to welcome Dr. Manuel Posada, a distinguished prosthodontist with a decade of experience, including his role as Lead Prosthodontist at ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers. Born in Colombia, Dr. Posada holds a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree, a Master of Science in Dentistry, and a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in Prosthodontics from Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine. iti.org
Dental Hygienist C.E.
Hygienist CE Event – Feb 4th, 2026
Best Practices in Implant Hygiene & AOX Patient Care
Join Glacial Sands Oral, Facial & Implant Surgery and the Dr. Bennett Implant Collaborative for a dedicated continuing education event designed exclusively for the hygienists of our referring practices.
This focused 2-hour CE course will cover the most current standards, techniques, and clinical protocols for caring for dental implant and AOX (All-on-X) patients. Hygienists will gain practical, evidence-based tools to elevate patient care and confidently support implant success from maintenance to long-term follow-up.
📚 What You’ll Learn
Best practices for dental implant hygiene and maintenance
Updated guidelines for caring for AOX patients
Early detection of peri-implant disease and when to refer
Recommended instrumentation, home-care protocols, and product selection
Communication strategies for patient education and long-term compliance
Case reviews from the Dr. Bennett Implant Collaborative with open Q&A
📅 Event Details
Date: Feb 4th, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: 1008 Broadway, Chesterton, IN 46304
🎟 Registration
FREE for hygienists from our referring practices
Earn 2 CE Credits
Dinner Provided
RSVP Required (limited seating)
Text 219-964-4321 to reserve your spot.
Why Attend?
This CE night offers a valuable opportunity to expand your implant knowledge, enhance patient outcomes, and collaborate with colleagues who share your commitment to excellence in implant care. We look forward to hosting you for an evening of learning, connection, and professional growth.
Dr. Akanksha Srivistava
Glacial Sands Oral Facial Implant Surgery welcomed doctor akasha she is a diplomat of the American College of prosthodontics and dual board-certified prosthodontist and maxillofacial prosthodontist by the American board of prosthodontics and the Royal College of dentists of Canada.