Travel and Learn: Live CE Events

Each month, the Composite CE team selects the most intriguing and appealing live courses scheduled throughout the world to help dental professionals hone their skills (and collect their required continuing education credits). These nine educational courses cover everything from dental dams to aesthetics and will have you cruising (literally!) from Florida to Puerto Rico. Costs listed may vary based on applicable discounts and don't include accommodations or any additional activities.

Crestal Sinus Elevation Navigational Surgery
Relax in the picturesque lakeside town of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, while you learn advanced implant placement techniques.
Organizer: Implants Northwest Live Learning Center
When: Sept. 21–23
Where: Implants Northwest Live Learning Center,
Coeur d'Alene
Cost: $3,300
Information: compositece.com/dt/28

International Association of Gnathology Congress XXVIII
Enjoy a diverse panel of speakers and discussion topics at this annual IAG Congress in Tucson, Arizona. Relax at the spa, play some golf and enjoy hikes in the neighboring Saguaro National Park.
Organizer: International Association of Gnathology
When: Sept. 27–30
Where: Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, Tucson
Cost: $1,650–$2,450
Information: compositece.com/dt/29

Disney Play & Learn
If you've got Columbus Day off, take advantage of the long weekend and bring the family down to Disney World for a nice mix of work and play.
Organizer: Alabama Dental Association
When: Oct. 5–11
Where: Boardwalk Inn Resort, Orlando, Florida
Cost: $499–$699
Information: compositece.com/dt/30

Dentistry Update Course
If Europe isn't in the cards for you this year, head to Paris Las Vegas for a European-flavored getaway. Eat, drink and be merry—and attend this Gordon Christensen course on current dental industry issues.
Organizer: Clinicians Report
When: Oct. 6
Where: Paris Las Vegas, Las Vegas
Cost: $399
Information: compositece.com/dt/31

Comprehensive Dentistry and the Dental Team: The Pursuit of Excellence Cruise
Set sail on Royal Caribbean's Harmony of the Seas to St. Thomas, Puerto Rico and Haiti while you learn strategies to optimize your dental team. Go solo or take the whole office!
Organizer: Continuing Education
When: Oct. 21–28
Where: Departs from Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Cost: $795
Information: compositece.com/dt/32

41st Annual American Society for Dental Aesthetics Conference
October is one of the best times to visit Austin, Texas, with temperatures in the high 70s to low 80s. Check out the city's food and music scenes while you attend the ASDA's annual conference.
Organizer: American Society for Dental Aesthetics
When: Oct. 25–28
Where: JW Marriott,
Austin, Texas
Cost: $1,395–$1,595
Information: compositece.com/dt/33

Contemporary Treatment of the Worn Dentition
Sure, you could find courses on treating the worn dentition stateside, but it might be a little more interesting if you attended one in a major international city.
Organizer: British Dental Association
When: Nov. 10
Where: British Dental Association, London
Cost: 310 GBP
Information: compositece.com/dt/34

Dam-It, It's Easy!
With a title like this, this participation course is sure to be a fun time! If you're an Alabama fan (or just enjoy some good college football), scoot on over to Tuscaloosa after the course to watch the Crimson Tide play the next day.
Organizer: UAB campus in Birmingham
When: Nov. 17
Where: UAB campus in Birmingham
Cost: $99
Information: compositece.com/dt/35

Business, Tax & Practice Management Seminar
February may seem far away, but plan now to escape next winter and attend this informative seminar focused on optimizing both your personal and practice financial situations.
Organizer: Collier & Associates
When: Feb. 3–10, 2018
Where: Sandals Grande St. Lucian Spa & Beach Resort, St. Lucia
Cost: $1,200
Information: compositece.com/dt/36