Day 4 AACD Scientific Session

Day 3 AACD Scientific Session

A great big thank you to everyone who came to support the Foundation at the Sugar Mill Last night. Jim Belushi was very entertaining and the party atmosphere was authetic New Orleans. Your support helps the foundation to grow and expand its services for the survivors of domestic violence.

Lynn Jones DDS
AACDCF Advisory council

Once again the Annual Meeting exceeds expectations. Awesome programs, great friends and to top it off in a fantastic town. It's the only place to be to 'refill' your excitement and passion for what we do everyday. Networking with other like minded, quality doctors and team members make our profession stronger and sharing ideas allows us to grow in a positive direction. If you weren't here to experience New Orleans, don't miss our next meeting in Hawaii.

Scott Finlay DDS, FAGD, AAACD
Accredited Member of the AACD

Day 2 AACD Scientific Session

It's the best -- again !!

The AACD Annual Scientific Session has proven once again to be the best coming together on this planet of dental educators and dental students at all stages of their careers, gathered together in one place for a few days of gaining the epitome of cosmetic dentistry learning, sharing and camaraderie. And having it in New Orleans just adds to this spectacular party.

Marty Zase
Accredited Member and Past President

Day 1 AACD Scientific Session

Zydeco after Jim Belushi--Lagniappe Fun

After the Celebration of Smiles charity event, several of us are planning to go to the Rockin' Bowl ( Mid City Lanes 504-482-3133) to see Lil' Nathan and the Zydeco Big Timers.

Just imagine a bowling alley that houses a blues club....only in the Big Easy!

This will be a blast!

Hope to see ya there

Hugh

BTW This is not an AACD event--just a few of us goin' out and enjoying N'Awlins

Wednesday AM ---Startin' it up!

WOW what a great start with the Medal Presentations and Dave Barry...lots to celebrate

Great presentations from what I saw from Lisa Ford and Bernard Touati whom I saw
Overheard other people raving over Sesemann/ Culp, Chris Duval, and Omer Reed
Great photography handson with Huefner on portraits as well our 1st photographic hands on for staff by Kemp/Villadiego

This afternoon should be wonderful as well

Hugh

Over 3000 Dental Professionals Join AACD in New Orleans!

Welcome to the more than 3000 Cosmetic Dental Professionals who have joined the Academy here in the Big Easy! On behalf of the AACD leadership and staff, we hope you enjoy your AACD conference experience. Please share your thoughts, pictures, and videos about the meeting here on the official AACD blog throughout the week. For log-in information, visit the AACD Booth at #113 in the action packed Exhibit Hall!

Laissez les bons temps rouler!
Eric Nelson
AACD Director of Marketing & PR

New Orleans Dining and Music

Several people have been asking questions about where to go for a great meal and to hear music.
The AACD staff has republished the article that I wrote in the Academy Connection. It can be found in Meeting Program Guide on page 104.

Make sure to call ahead to try to get reservations.

You won't be disappointed.

Have fun!

Hugh

Media Training and Handson Classes

Just sat in a wonderful workshop with Ramey Warren, world class media trainer to the stars ( American Idol, etc) . Not only did we get fantastic information, we also got to apply some of the knowledge using video cameras to gain some valuable handson feedback. Bill Dorfman, who has also worked with her for many years, also gave great coaching tips on how to work well with the media.

Ramey is also presenting this course on Thursday. It is very worthwhile.

On another note, the handson classes are packed with attendees. Everyone, that I spoke to during lunch, were having very in depth learning experiences. Our sponsors did a great job of selecting their educators.


Hugh Flax

Welcome to New Orleans. The convention center is already buzzing with excitement. It's wonderful to see all of the backstage preparation of three years coming together. You're in for a real treat. Have fun and learn alot!! We look forward to meeting all of you. As they say in New Orleans, Laissez les bon temps rouler . . . Let the good times roll!

Hugh and John