Surfing the Digital Wave: AI, Zirconia, and the Future of Chairside Dentistry @ Hawaii

Surfing the Digital Wave:

AI, Zirconia, and the Future of Chairside Dentistry

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Guest Speaker:

Dan Butterman, D.D.S.

Chief Dental Officer, Faculty Chair & CEREC Faculty

Dr. Dan Butterman is a 1994 graduate of the University of Maryland School of Dentistry. He also Is a graduate of the Misch International Implant Institute and a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.

Dr. Butterman is an advanced CEREC trainer and Faculty at CDOCS.com. He has published articles and lectured internationally on various topics, including implantology, digital workflows, and 3-D printing. He is a hardware and software Beta tester for Dentsply Sirona CAD/CAM and DS Implants. Dr. Butterman maintains a general practice in Centennial, Colorado with an emphasis on implant and digital dentistry.

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Summary:

Say aloha to the next generation of restorative dentistry! This course brings together the latest innovations in chairside workflows, AI-powered design, and advanced zirconia materials. From the revolutionary speed of AI-integrated CEREC software, to the game-changing zirconia implant block that just entered the market, we will explore how these technologies are transforming clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction.

Whether you're a tech-savvy early adopter or just dipping your toes into digital dentistry, this course will leave you inspired, informed, and ready to shred the wave of innovation. Get excited to learn from Dr. Butterman as he shares his experience as an alpha tester for these technologies.

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Objectives:

•Learn clinical applications and benefits of the new zirconia implant block to fabricate screw-retained and perfectly matched crown and abutments for supra gingival margins

•Streamline your workflows with AI in CAD/CAM software with super-fast material design and fabrication—cutting chairside time to just 20 minutes

•Practical tips and troubleshooting strategies from a technology alpha-tester

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Time:

November 20, 2025

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

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6 CEs

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Location:

Ala Moana Hotel

Ilima Room

410 Atkinson Dr

Honolulu, HI 96814

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