September 20, 2026
Registration
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Location: GC America-3737 W. 127th Street, Alsip, IL. 60803
Sunday 9/20/2026 DPPS SEMINAR INFORMATION
Location: GC America-3737 W. 127th Street, Alsip, IL. 60803
Seminar Topic: Airway in the Chair
Time: 8:00Am-2:30PM
Lunch: 11:30-Noon
6.0 Continuing Education Credits
Patient behaviors are a constant source of frustration to dental professionals. They create a cascade of reactions in which everybody suffers. This course provides insight into the cycle of these reactions. It addresses how and why patients behave the way they do. The course covers the neurobiology of trauma to better understand Sympathetic Nervous system engagement. It explains how the airway is inextricably linked to dental care and how it affects patient behaviors in the chair during treatment. It also covers oral reflexes, especially the gag reflex, and involuntary muscle movements that frustrate dental professionals.
Learning Objectives: How Dental Trauma is created • The neurobiology of trauma • The role of the airway in causing Dental Trauma • Dealing with challenging patient interactions • Managing Reflexes and Oral Movements • Actionable techniques that can be used immediately
Speaker: Elizabeth Dooher-Anthony, RDH
Disclaimer:
Dental Personnel Placement Service, Inc. reserves the right to alter or substitute the scheduled speaker in the event of unforeseen circumstances. The continuing education credits, venue, date, and time will remain unchanged; however, the speaker and content are subject to change. Attendees are advised to regularly check the DPPS website for any updates. Registration fee will increase one month and 2 weeks prior to the event.