Bay Area Dental Expo

Nextsum Dental is bringing a variety of digital dentistry units, CAD/CAM equipment, and consumables.
Data Acquisition: Runyes G6 Photogrammetry, Runyes V5 IOS (intraoral scanner), Runyes X-ray Unit, Iray Sensor, and a Face Scanner/Face Bow.
CAD/CAM & Equipment: Rayshape Edge Mini Printer, Rayshape Cure Machine, Dental Mobile Cart, and a Surgical System.
Consumables & Other: Implant Cleaning Kits, Try-in Resin, and Immediate Loading Resin. They will also be presenting their lab case.

Dentistry is entering an exciting era of explosive innovations. On Saturday, Aug. 22 on our Main Stage, be sure to join Dr. Mike Yang to explore what’s possible today, where dental professionals stand, and how to act on it through the lens of Clayton Christensen’s disruptive innovation framework. Go from the science of 4D direct print aligners and AI clinical co-intelligence all the way to the business case for your practice.

With the popularity of the internet and social media, information on simpler, faster, and cheaper (and scarier) alternatives to going to the dentist are becoming more enticing and easier for the general public to discover. On Friday, Aug. 21, Join Cheryl Calmis, RDH on our Teams Stage (made possible with CDA) and learn to identify risk factors, address patient concerns, and maintain ethical standards in an increasingly digital dental landscape.

Dentsply Sirona will be displaying a wide range of products in our Dental Discovery Zone with a focus on workflows, supported by video demonstrations.

Restorative & Imaging: Featuring Prime & Bond Active adhesive and Cercon 4D multidimensional zirconia blocks.
Endodontics: Showcasing Reciproc Blue reciprocating files, the X-Smart Pro+ and X-Smart Go (endo motors with apex locators), and the GuttaSmart cordless obturation device.
Hygiene & Curing: Demonstrating the Nupro Freedom cordless prophy system, the Cavitron 300 Series ultrasonic scaling system, and the SmartLite Pro modular LED curing light (including the EndoActivator attachment).

Stop by and experience Dentsply Sirona at the DDZ!

Menopause is more than hot flashes. Dr. Joy Poskozim returns to our Main Stage on Saturday, Aug. 22 to discuss the vital role dental professionals play in recognizing and managing oral conditions associated with menopause, from dry mouth and burning mouth syndrome to increased periodontal concerns, brain fog and bone loss.

Returning for her third year with the Bay Area Dental Expo, Amanda Hill will deliver TWO dynamic presentations for our Teams Stage (made possible with CDA). On Friday, Aug. 21, she'll present “The Curious Clinician: Reigniting Passion and Embracing Emerging Trends in Dentistry” and on Saturday, Aug. 22, she'll speak on “Fighting Resistance: The Dental Professional’s Role in Antibiotic Stewardship.” Don't miss either of these important topics!

Think virtual care is just a trend? Think again. Patients demand convenience, and teledentistry is your key to boosting clinical care and profitability. Join dental thought leader and movement builder Melissa Turner, BASDH, RDH, EFDA for "Virtual Dental Care for the Team: The Top 10 Insights to Enhance Clinical Care and Profitability with Teledentistry" at this year's Bay Area Dental Expo on our Teams Stage made possible with CDA.

Discover how the oral microbiome acts as both a window into and a driver of systemic health, from cardiovascular disease to chronic inflammation. Dr. Stephen Connelly, full clinical professor at UCSF, provides this forward-looking session that explores how translating emerging diagnostics, data-driven medicine, and AI innovations can actively reshape preventive healthcare and optimize patient outcomes.

Join Dr. Philip Kang at the Bay Area Dental Expo to discover how integrating precise laser technology with a novel resective protocol redefines traditional flap management. This advanced presentation breaks down the clinical data and techniques needed to achieve predictable, long-term periodontal stability while minimizing patient post-operative discomfort.