Forum for Advanced Dental Studies-FADS

08/11/2026

As summer starts to wind down, we’re excited to kick off another incredible lecture series as FADS enters its 28th year of providing engaging, high-quality educational programs for dental professionals across Central New Jersey.

For nearly three decades, FADS has been committed to expanding clinical knowledge, enhancing professional skills, and supporting lifelong learning. We’re looking forward to another outstanding lecture series and hope you’ll join us for another great lecture series!

As we put the final pieces in place for this year’s speaker lineup, we’re pleased to announce that our meeting dates are officially set. We’re also happy to continue offering CPR course as part of this year’s program.

Mark your calendars for the upcoming FADS schedule*:

• September 17, 2026 – Infant Oral Health & Pediatric Dentistry for the General Practitioner – presented by Dr. Eliza Velazquez
• October 15, 2026 – The Velocity of Change - Navigating the Rapidly Evolving Dental Insurance Landscape - presented by Patrick O’Rourke
• November 19, 2026 – BLS for Healthcare Providers – presented by Steve Ross and First Aid & CPR, LLC; Venue: Robertsville Banquet Center (Robertsville Fire Company) 94 Route 520, Morganville, NJ
• December 17, 2026 – Infection Prevention & Control 2026 – presented by Kathy Eklund, RDH MS (ZOOM)
• January 21, 2027 – Sweet Dreams (Are Not Made of This)! – presented by Tom Viola
• February 18, 2027 – Sensitive Solutions: Improving Patients' Quality of Life by Treating Dentin Hypersensitivity & The "Why" of Dry: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment - Sponsored by Colgate
• March 18, 2027 – TBA
• April 15, 2027 – TBA – Sponsored by Dentsply Sirona
• May 20, 2026 – AI in Dentistry – presented by Dr. Radwa Saad

ALL COURSES ARE HELD ON THURSDAY EVENINGS
Course Fees:
• Full Membership – $675/Full 2026-2027 session
• Doctor Rates – $95 per lecture
• Auxiliary Staff – $60 lecture
• CPR Course – $75 per person

We look forward to sharing the full details of our 2026–2027 lecture series soon and to welcoming you to another year of engaging, informative programs.
Registration for the September course will open shortly.

Visit fads.pro for details and to stay current on our course offerings.

*Dates and speakers/topics are subject to change

10/29/2025

You Asked — We Listened!
CPR is making its comeback after 6 years!
4 CE credits - reserve your spot today!

Limited Space Available
Advanced Registration is required!

Click the link to register https://form.jotform.com/252695985836176
Please provide valid email address when registering.

08/29/2025

We're proud to announce that FADS is preparing for our 27th successful year of providing innovative and impactful lectures to dental professionals throughout Central New Jersey. For almost three decades, we’ve built a study club dedicated to advancing knowledge, sharpening skills, and fostering professional growth - and this year promises to be one of our best yet.

While we’re still finalizing our full lineup of speakers, we’re excited to announce that our dates are set! The first half of our lecture series will focus on courses that meet the NJ State Board’s continuing education requirements for license renewal - including the much-anticipated return of CPR training!

Mark your calendars for the upcoming FADS schedule*:

• September 25, 2025 – "Dental Practice Today: Clinical, Ethical, and Legal Considerations" - presented by Brent Pohlman, Attorney
• October 15, 2025 – "Pain Management in Today's Practice Environment" – presented by Dr. Kenneth Markowitz (ZOOM)
• November 20, 2025 – CPR Training and Certification – First Aid & CPR, LLC
• December 18, 2025 – "Infection Prevention & Control 2026" – presented by Kathy Eklund (ZOOM)
• January 15, 2026 – "Palatal Expansion Beyond Adolescence: Clinical Techniques for Young Adults" – presented by Dr. Marshall Fleer
• February 19, 2026 – "Traditional and Digital Workflow: The Benefits and Push of Going Digital" – presented by Michael Acquaviva (Sponsored by Aquadent)
• March 19, 2026 – Forensic Dentistry topic – presented by Dr. Paul Kovalski
• April 16, 2026 – TBA – presented by Dr. Anthony Sallustio (Sponsored by Nobel Biocare)
• May 21, 2026 – TBA

We look forward to sharing the full details of our 2025–2026 lecture series soon and to welcoming you to another year of engaging, informative programs.

Full Membership: $675/Full 2025-2026 Session
Doctor Rates: $95 per lecture
Aux Staff Rate: $60 per lecture
CPR Course: $75 per person

Visit fads.pro for details and to stay current on our course offerings.

*Dates and speakers/topics are subject to change
NOTE: Venue details will be announced closer to each course date.

04/04/2025

Join us on April 17 for an exclusive session featuring Teresa Duncan, recognized expert in Insurance Coding, Office Manager Training, and mastering Patient Conversations.

Who Should Attend?
✅ Dentists
✅ Office Managers
✅ Hygienists & Front Desk Staff
✅ Anyone involved in patient financial discussions!

Maximize Your Practice’s Insurance Strategy!
Insurance goes beyond codes and appeals—it’s key to your practice’s success. Join us for this exclusive session to gain essential insights on documentation updates, network leasing, and plan structures that impact revenue and patient care.

✔ Strategize your participation with carriers—or explore the benefits of non-participation!
✔ Assess the impact of insurance trends on your revenue and long-term success.
✔ Elevate patient conversations about insurance benefits with confidence and clarity.
✔ Gain insights into the growing role of Medicare Advantage plans and how they affect your practice.

Register at https://fads.pro/seminars/register/

02/18/2025

Please join us on Thursday, February 20, 2025
Register at www.fads.pro

09/20/2024

Last night, the Forum for Advanced Dental Studies (FADS) hosted its annual kickoff event! Guest speaker Dr. Stephen Roth discussed the impact of oral pathology. It was an exciting way to start the series!

09/16/2024

Please join us on Thursday Sept 19 as we kick off our 26th successful year

Register at www.fads.pro

09/13/2024

07/28/2023

The New Federal MATE Act Explained. What do I need to do?

Please watch the video for an informative overview from Dr. Marc Gottlieb. As we start our 25th successful year, we're excited to have Dr. Gottlieb present for our group on October 19, 2023!

The New Federal MATE Act Explained. What do I need to do?. Probably very little. On December 29th., 2022 Congress passed the MATE Act. It requires all provid...

07/28/2023

We are excited to share our 2023-2024 lecture series. We are dedicated to providing a lineup of speakers who will deliver cutting-edge and forward-thinking presentations.

Our lecture series will include a mix of mostly in-person lectures and a select number of Zoom lectures.

Stay tuned for more updates!

2023-2024 Lecture Series Schedule*:

October 19, 2023 – “The State and Federal MATE topics for the Mandatory Training in Prescribing Opioids and Controlled Substances” presented by Dr. Marc Gottlieb

November 9, 2023 – “Oral Pathology That You Need, and Oral Pathology Just for Fun” presented by Dr. David Lederman

December 14, 2023 (ZOOM Lecture) – “Infection Prevention & Control for Dental Professionals” presented by Kathy Eklund, RDH MHP

January 18, 2024 – TBD

February 15, 2024 - TBD

March 21, 2024 – TBD

April 18, 2024 – Cybersecurity topic presented by Anthony Jurjevic

May 16, 2024 - TBD

*Dates and topics are subject to change

Membership and per lecture fees:
Full year membership: $500.00
Non-Member per lecture: $75.00
Staff/Aux fee: $45.00

In-Person lectures will be held at:
Nonna’s Citi Cucina
448 Route 9N
Englishtown, NJ

Please visit our website at www.fads.pro to stay up to date on our upcoming courses.