NYU Dental Extravaganza Video

A captivated audience at the NYU Dental Extravaganza Symposium

The NYU Dental Extravaganza Symposium was absolutely incredible this year. So many talented people making headway in the field, all there to teach others and further the level of skill in oral design work.

For those of you who couldn't be there, you're in luck! My presentations were recorded! Being there in the midst of this great dialogue with various vendors, dentists, and ceramists is so important and if you can make it out next year, I highly reccomend it. If you were there, let others know what you enjoyed about it (or, of course, let me know on my facebook page HERE).

In the meantime though enjoy my presentations!

See part 1 of my lecture HERE
 

See part 2 of my lecture HERE

Shades of Time: Exhibition of the Archive of Korean-American Artists Part Two, 1989-2001

I'm so excited to announce I along with the Jason J. Kim Oral Design NY Center will be sponsoring an important art exhibit in NYC.

This first part of the exhibit opens this Wednesday April 9th at the Gallery Korea of the Korean Cultural Service NY with a reception that goes from 6-8pm. It's located at 460 Park Ave on the 6th floor if you are in the area. See below for the details on where and when the exhibit will also be shown.

This exhibition is the second part of the two-part project from “The Archive of Korean American Artists” of the AHL Foundation. After the successful first exhibition held in 2013 that presented archival materials of Korean artists active in the US from 1955 to 1989, this second exhibition showcases archival materials, documents, and early artworks by Korean artists from 1989 to 2001. While the first exhibition showcased 45 artists including Whanki Kim, Po Kim, Nam June Paik, and Ik-Joong Kang, this second exhibition features a younger generation of artists, many of whom are video, mixed media, computer graphics, and installation artists. Among more than 200 artists of this generation, 45 artists have been specially invited to exhibit their pivotal works stemming from the 1990s and 2000s; many of the works are reflective of the global events of the times such as the IMF bailout of Korea during the 1997 Asian financial crisis, the 1998 market crash by the dot-com bubble, the anxiety of the “Y2K” Millennium Bug in 2000, and the catastrophic tragedy of the 9/11 attacks.

This is a monumental undertaking, comprised of approximately 70 works by 45 artists as well as documentary materials.

I do hope you get a chance to see it while it's still around!

Man vs Machine in Dental Restorations- My Columbia Lecture Fri April 11th

As I told you in my last blog post, I will be giving a lecture at Columbia University on April 11th for the Columbia University Implant Technology Symposium Sponsored by Biomet 3i “Integrating Developing Technologies into your Implant Practice.”

Check out my YouTube video where I talk about how computers has revolutionized the world of oral design, but why we can't rely on technology to create the perfect smile. 

I am scheduled to speak from 1-2pm on “Laboratory Perspective.” 

You can learn more about the entire Symposium and how you can reserve your spot on Columbia's website HERE.

Spring Fever! Don't Miss These Wonderful Lectures, Workshops & Symposiums in April and May

I wanted to mention some upcoming lectures that either I will be presenting or attending or perhaps even just supporting!

First up, I will be giving a lecture at Columbia University on April 11th for the Columbia University Implant Technology Symposium Sponsored by Biomet 3i “Integrating Developing Technologies into your Implant Practice.”

I am scheduled to speak from 1-2pm on “Laboratory Perspective.” This presentation will discuss the latest advances in ceramic materials and review preparation and application techniques. The need for accurate communication and documentation between the clinician and the technician will be explained, with an emphasis on digital information and impressing taking, planning and sequencing. Participants will learn:

-to understand the capabilities and applications of materials

-the importance of direct consultation with the ceramist

-to recognize the complexities at an early stage to avoid later complications.

You can learn more about the entire Symposium on Columbia's website HERE.

I will also be sponsoring the Aesthetic Advantage Hands on Event beginning April 4th, which takes place at The Rosenthal Institute New York University College of Dentistry on 345 East 24th Street, in NYC. The 5-day program is spread over two weekends and its focus is comprehensive aesthetic and restorative care. It's an incredible opportunity to literally learn over the shoulder of some of the most esteemed folks in the field of oral design. Check out more on the event in their online brochure HERE.

And learn more about the Aesthetic Advantage on their website HERE.  

And looking ahead into the month of May, I want to make sure everyone know about the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry's event in Orlando.

More than 1,200 AACD Members have registered and I highly recommend it, especially to hear my good friends and esteemed colleagues of the Rosenthal / Apa group.   Dr. Michael Apa will be speaking on Saturday May 3 8:30-11:30am, and I encourage you not to miss this great opportunity to learn from one of the best!