2027 Speakers
Byron Blasco, DMD
Dr. Byron M. Blasco, DMD, is a Las Vegas–based dentist with four decades of clinical experience in cosmetic, implant, and multidisciplinary restorative dentistry. A graduate of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, he has completed thousands of hours of continuing education and has served as an original clinical instructor at Spear Education. Dr. Blasco is the founding Director of Cornerstone Esthetics, an AGD PACE–approved continuing education provider, and lectures nationally and international on clinical and Sports dentistry along with practice development. He is an active Fellow and Immediate Past President of the Academy for Sports Dentistry, where he developed the Sports / Team Dentist curriculum. Dr. Blasco has served as a WREB, ADEX, CDCA examiner, along with serving as the President of the Nevada State Board of Dental Examiners. He currently serves as team dentist for multiple professional and collegiate organizations, including the Vegas Golden Knights.
Robert Convissar, DDS, FAGD
Dr. Robert Convissar is a laser dentistry pioneer. One of the first dentists in the world to use lasers he almost 4 decades of experience with CO2, Diode, Erbium, Nd.YAG and PBM lasers He has authored 22 peer-reviewed papers and 7 laser textbooks, and delivered over 400 Laser Certification and Tongue Tie Certification courses in 30 countries. He is the only dentist in the world to have the quartet of awards: 1.) Diplomate of the American Board of Laser Surgery, 2.) Fellow of the American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery, 3.) Master of the Academy of Laser Dentistry, and 3.) Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry. His seminal textbook Principles and Practice of Laser Dentistry, now in its 3rd edition with a foreword by Gordon Christensen, has been the standard textbook on laser dentistry for over a decade – available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, and Polish. He practices laser dentistry in New York City, where he also serves as Director of Laser Dentistry at New York Presbyterian Hospital of Queens and Director of Laser Dentistry at multiple dental schools in the USA. He is also the only American on the faculty of the University of Genoa Master’s Degree Program in Laser Dentistry.
Jacob Dent, DMD
Dr. Jacob Dent is an outside-the-box general dentist and speaker. In practice for 22 years and a multi practice owner, Dr. Dent has built a successful career treating patients of all ages and disabilities in a non-conventional way using desensitization. He is a fellow of Academy of Dentistry International, clinical director for Special Olympics Special Smiles, Clinical Assistant Professor at UTSD-Houston, and Co-founder of the Dental Desensitization System. Dr. Dent is married to his wife Jennifer, father to his daughter Jayden, and son Ethan, who has Autism.
As a professional speaker, Dr. Dent has given presentations and workshops in multiple countries for the past 9 years to dental professionals, health care providers, dental students, and families
John Gammichia, DMD
Dr. John Gammichia is a 1995 graduate of the University College of Dentistry. He has been in private practice for over 30 years, all in Orlando, FL. He is an international speaker. He has written several articles, but what you really need to know is that he absolutely loves what he does for a living. He loves doing composite restorations and wants you to love them too. His lectures stimulate the artist behind every dentist and their staff. He is married to his college sweetheart and has four kids. He is active in his church and is a marathon runner. And he will do anything and go anywhere to watch the Gators play.
Adrian Lefler, CEO My Social Practice
Adrian Lefler has 15+ years of experience helping dental practices grow through smarter marketing, clearer messaging, and patient-focused strategy. As CEO of My Social Practice, he works with dental teams across the U.S. and Canada to attract, engage, and convert today’s digitally driven patients. Known for engaging, approachable, and highly actionable training, Adrian turns complex marketing into practical steps teams can implement immediately. He also hosts the BYTE SIZED Podcast, sharing concise marketing insights with industry leaders, and serves on the board of Annie AI, supporting technology that improves patient communication and practice efficiency.
Uche Odiatu, BA, DMD
Dr. Uche Odiatu DMD has a BA (psychology) and DMD (dentistry) from the University of Manitoba. He has taken extensive post-graduate training in the mouth-body connection and cosmetic dentistry. He is an internationally recognized wellness & performance expert. This practicing dentist is also an NSCA certified personal trainer, a holistic lifestyle coach, media personality (ABC 20/20 & Canada AM), a professional member of the American College of Sports Medicine & the co-author of the books, The Miracle of Health and Fit for the LOVE of It! This energetic dentist has been invited to lecture and share his unique insights on the mouth-body-mind connection in Denmark, England, USA, Canada, Jamaica and the Bahamas.
Christopher Shamlian, DDS, FAGD
Dr. Christopher Shamlian is a dedicated practitioner and educator committed to the advancement of digital, implant, and emergency dentistry. A 2011 graduate of the Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC, Dr. Shamlian represents the second generation of a prolific dental family; he practices alongside his father and sister, who are general dentists, and another sister who is an orthodontist. Based in Fresno, CA, he maintains a private PPO practice and is a partner with his father at their emergency-focused comprehensive facility, where he manages acute dental trauma and surgical complications. In 2021, he achieved his Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD)-a distinction held by only 6% of general dentists nationwide—and is currently in pursuit of his Mastership (MAGD). Dr. Shamlian is an active member of the tripartite American Dental Association and the Christian Medical and Dental Association. His expertise spans the full digital workflow, from guided surgery to advanced restorative solutions and PRF grafting. Beyond the office, Dr. Shamlian has found great joy in dental mission outreach, serving those in need both locally and globally in Nicaragua, Guatemala, and Armenia. When not traveling for service or leisure, he is a dedicated photographer and family man.
Todd Snyder, DDS, FAGD
Dr. Todd C. Snyder received his doctorate in dental surgery at the UCLA School of Dentistry and trained at the F.A.C.E. institute for complex gnathological (functional) and temporomandibular joint disorders. Dr. Snyder is the 77th Accredited Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the International Academy of Dental Facial Esthetics, the American Society for Dental Aesthetics and a Diplomat of the American Board of Aesthetic Dentistry. Dr. Snyder has been on the faculty at U.C.L.A. where he helped create and co-direct the first (in the world) two- year graduate program in Aesthetic and Cosmetic Restorative Dentistry. Dr. Snyder lectures both nationally and internationally on numerous aspects of dental materials, techniques, equipment, marketing, technology & business. He is a consultant for numerous dental manufacturing companies. Dr. Snyder has been published and featured in many books and dental journals worldwide. Dr. Snyder has a live, online and virtual dental education program known as www.LEGIONdentist.com. Dr. Snyder is also a professional race car driver and entrepreneur. He practices Cosmetic and Restorative dentistry in Laguna Niguel, CA and Las Vegas, NV.