The FACD Annual Session
The FACD Annual Session will be held August 27-29, 2026. Come join colleagues and friends at the beautiful Conrad Hotel in Orlando.
The vibrant and contemporary Conrad Orlando opened in 2024 at Evermore Orlando Resort, a 1,100-acre adventure destination with endless excitement and an eight-acre, beach-style lagoon. It’s a perfect and one-of-a-kind destination for a getaway.
Schedule at a Glance
Thursday, August 27, 2026
1:00 PM-4:30 PM – Golf Outing
6:00 PM-8:00 PM – Welcome Reception
Friday, August 28, 2026
7:45 AM-4:00 PM – Registration Opens and Exhibit Hall Hours
7:45 AM-8:15 AM – Breakfast
8:15 AM-8:30 AM – President’s Welcome
8:30 AM-10:00 AM – CE Seminar: Dr. Brandon Mack (1.5 CE credits)
10:00 AM-10:30 – Morning Break
10:30 AM-12:30 PM – CE Seminar: SurfCT / Paul Vigario (2 CE credits)
12:30 PM-2:00 PM – Lunch with Sponsors / Past Presidents Lunch
1:50 PM-2:00 PM – Announcements
2:00 PM-4:00 PM – CE Seminar: Dr. Brandon Mack (Live demonstration, 2 CE credits)
4:00 PM-5:00 PM – Social Happy Hour (sponsored in part by SurfCT)
Saturday, August 29, 2026
8:00 AM-1:30 PM – Registration Opens and Exhibit Hall Hours
8:00 AM-8:30 AM – Breakfast
8:25 AM-8:30 AM – President’s Welcome
8:30 AM-10:30 AM – CE Seminar: Dr. Megan Shelton (2 CE credits)
10:30 AM-11:00 AM – Membership Meeting
11:00 AM-11:30 AM – Coffee Break
11:30 AM-1:30 PM – CE Seminar: Dr. Oscar Sanchez (2 CE credits)
The Speakers
Get to know this years speakers:
Brandon Mack, DDS
Biography
Dr. Brandon Mack, DDS, is a pioneering figure in the field of cosmetic dentistry and a leading advocate for facially driven aesthetics. His groundbreaking work has positioned him as an emerging voice in the industry, and his innovative approach is reshaping the standards of modern dentistry. Dr. Mack's commitment to excellence and his unwavering dedication to his craft have earned him widespread recognition and acclaim.
Dr. Mack's educational journey laid the foundation for his illustrious career. He completed his undergraduate studies at Xavier University of Louisiana, where he excelled academically and developed a deep understanding of the fundamental principles of science and healthcare.
Following his undergraduate studies, Dr. Mack pursued his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree at Louisiana State University (LSU) School of Dentistry, where he honed his clinical skills and acquired a comprehensive knowledge of dental medicine.
Throughout his academic and professional endeavors, Dr. Mack demonstrated a keen interest in the intersection of dentistry and facial aesthetics. He recognized the interconnected nature of oral health, facial harmony, and overall beauty, and he was determined to revolutionize the traditional approach to cosmetic dentistry. Driven by his vision to "change the face of dentistry," he embarked on a mission to elevate the standards of patient care and to redefine the concept of a perfect smile.
As a practicing dentist, Dr. Mack has distinguished himself through his innovative techniques and his unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional results for his patients. His unique approach to cosmetic dentistry is rooted in the principle of facially driven aesthetics, which emphasizes the importance of considering the entire facial structure when designing smile makeovers. Dr. Mack's work reflects a harmonious blend of artistry and scientific precision, and his patients benefit from his meticulous attention to detail and his ability to enhance their natural beauty through customized treatment plans.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Mack is a sought-after speaker and educator in the field of cosmetic dentistry. He is passionate about sharing his knowledge and expertise with fellow dental professionals, and he frequently participates in industry conferences, workshops, and seminars to advocate for his progressive approach to patient care.
Lecture Information
Date and Time
Title
Description
Objectives
Friday, August 28th / 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM (lecture) And 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (live demonstration)
Using the Temporaries as Our Primary Tool for Communication
We will highlight the importance of transferring the vision a patient has from themselves from consultation to inserted veneers: a new philosophical workflow centered on synergy and collaboration. Teach step by step how to manipulate primary, secondary and tertiary baiting of the provisionals to set the mood and communicate with the lab. Understand the importance of considering aesthetic convenience in prep design.
The objectives of my course are to get the participants to reimagine the concept of what it means to be a cosmetic dentist.
Oscar Sanchez, DMD
Biography
Dr. Oscar Sanchez graduated from the prestigious Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) School of Dental Medicine. He further honed his skills at the renowned Kois Center, an evidence-based teaching facility with the latest advances in esthetics, implants and restorative dentistry, and at Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine, where he completed the rigorous AAID MaxiCourse. In New York, he participated in the Full Mouth Rehabilitation CE course led by Dr. Dean Vafiadis. With a passion for excellence and commitment to ongoing education, Dr. Oscar strives to deliver the highest level of dental care to his patients.
Lecture Information
Date and Time
Title
Description
Objectives
Saturday, August 29th / 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Facially Driven Dentistry: Redefining Aesthetic Harmony
This lecture will focus on the art and science of facially driven cosmetic dentistry — a comprehensive approach that goes beyond simply designing teeth. Attendees will learn protocols used at Apa Aesthetic for treatment planning, from the first patient consultation to final delivery, emphasizing how every clinical and aesthetic decision must align with the patient’s facial features, personality, and desires. Through real case examples, the course will explore preparation design, smile architecture, and communication techniques that help motivate patients to understand and accept complex treatment plans.
By the end of this lecture, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how to create smiles that not only enhance dental aesthetics but transform overall facial harmony and patient confidence.
Megan Shelton, DDS, AAACD
Biography
Cosmetic Dentist | Practice Strategist | Executive Coach
Dr. Megan Shelton is an AACD-accredited cosmetic dentist and founder of Shelton Solutions, where she helps practice owners turn high standards into sustainable success. After building her first multi-million-dollar practice from the ground up, Megan now consults nationwide, blending clinical systems, business strategy, and emotional intelligence to elevate leadership and performance.
Known for her no-fluff mindset coaching and grounded, strategic insight, Megan empowers dentists and entrepreneurs alike to lead with clarity, confidence, and vision. Her work bridges the gap between artistic excellence and operational mastery—without losing the soul of private practice.
Whether on stage or in a boardroom, Megan’s mission is to help leaders rise—to their potential, to their purpose, and to their next level.
Lecture Information
Date and Time
Title
Description
Objectives
Saturday, August 29th / 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Built for Success. Running on Empty.
How Smart Dentists Accidentally Create Chaos… and What to Do About It. This keynote is for high-achieving dentists who look like they’ve got it all together, but quietly feel like they’re holding it all together with duct tape and determination. In this real-world leadership session, Megan Shelton blends systems thinking with human behavior, helping attendees spot the subtle ways they’re creating confusion, killing momentum, or leaving money on the table. With a mix of personal stories, data-backed insights, and laugh-out-loud truth bombs, she’ll show you how to align your numbers, your team, and your energy so your practice works for you, not the other way around.
1. Recognize the leadership habits that look productive but leave you drained.
2. Learn how your systems, language, and energy shape your team’s behavior.
3. Identify the mixed signals you’re sending, and how to clean them up.
4. Spot where you’re leaving money on the table, and how to track the right numbers to fix it. (Includes: case acceptance, op income, payroll load, and production efficiency.)
5. Walk away with practical tools to lead your team, your schedule, and yourself with clarity.
Paul Vigario Founder & CEO of SurfCT
Biography
A pioneer and trailblazer of the ever-evolving technology, and design within the dental and healthcare industry, he established SurfCT from the ground up in 2003 after graduating from the University of Connecticut, earning a bachelor’s degree in Management/Computer Information Systems with a focus on healthcare technology.
Paul Vigario has over two decades of experience having worked with more than 12,000 practices worldwide. Vigario has transformed himself into an expert that wields complete knowledge on how a dental practice should look, function and operate in the new decade of 2020.
Vigario has worked with and helped some of the biggest brands in healthcare and well-known dental companies from all over the world elevate to global success. SurfCT takes a holistic approach when partnering with their clients; they seek to create a complete technology office design where Everything is Connected®
Lecture Information
Date and Time
Title
Description
Objectives
Friday, August 28th / 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
OUTSIDE the BOX
Dentists leave not just knowing what injectables can add to their practice, but how to position, market, and systemize them so they grow their brand, attract their ideal patients, and elevate the overall patient experience.
1. Creating Want-Based Healthcare
Learn how to position injectables not as a “nice-to-have” add-on, but as part of a curated patient experience patients choose. We’ll show how to design
experiences that inspire demand, elevate perception, and make patients intentionally seek out your practice for injectables.
2. Building Iconic Brands
Injectables expand your clinical menu — but success depends on brand positioning. Discover how to build a brand that instantly communicates confidence, aesthetics, and sophistication, attracting patients who value these services and are willing to invest in them.
3. Building a New Practice Model Outside the Box
Why settle for “business as usual”? Together we’ll challenge industry norms and explore new dimensions of branding, design, systems, and technology that make injectables not just another service, but a signature differentiator within your practice.
4. Digital Strategy & Social Media Authority
Learn the trade secret: how to leverage your own patients’ experiences to build brand authority online. We’ll share simple, repeatable strategies to inspire patients to tell your story for you — multiplying awareness of your injectable services and driving new demand.
Hotel Information
Conrad Orlando: 1500 Eastbeach Way, Orlando, FL 32836, US
Room block Rate: $279 night + tax
Resort Fee: $20 per night
Parking: $35 per night
You will receive the room block link in your registration confirmation. The room block cut-off date is July 27, 2026, make sure to get your rooms booked before then!
Event Registration Fees
FACD Member
Dentist
$1,795
FACD Member
Lab Tech
$1,495
FACD Member
Recent Grad
$955
FACD Member
Student
$395
Team Member
$495
Non-Member
Dentist/Lab Tech
$2,495
Guest/Spouse
(Social Events Only)
$150
Golf Outing
(Golf Fee Only)
$150
In addition to the registration fee, all member categories must be current with their FACD membership. Recent graduates must be within two years of graduation. Guest/spouse registration fees do not include access to lectures or continuing education credits; guests or spouses who wish to attend lectures and receive continuing education should register under the team member category.
Cancellation/Refund Policy:
Cancel by May 27, 2026 (3 months prior to the event): Full refund. Cancel from May 28, 2026 – July 27, 2026: A 25% cancellation fee will apply. Cancel after July 27, 2026 (within 1 month of the event): No refunds will be issued.
All cancellations must be made in writing to facd.info@gmail.com. Refunds, if applicable, will be processed within 7 business days. Contact the FACD if you have any questions.
Our Next Course:
The Digital Veneer Blueprint Masterclass
March 6th, 2026
Speaker: Dr. Meena Barsoum
An Elite Immersive Experience in Next-Generation Cosmetic Dentistry Redefining the Art of the Smile. Cosmetic dentistry is no longer confined to artistry alone—it is defined by precision, technology, and control. The Digital Smile Masterclass™ is an exclusive, hands-on educational experience designed for cosmetic dentists who demand mastery over the entire digital veneer workflow—from initial documentation to final delivery. This is not a lecture. This is ownership of the process.
Why is this Masterclass different?
Most courses teach pieces of the digital workflow. This masterclass delivers complete command. Participants will gain direct experience using the latest digital design software and state-of-the-art printing technology, learning how to seamlessly integrate:
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Comprehensive smile documentation
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Digital treatment planning and smile design
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Prototype veneer fabrication
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Precision manufacturing of final restorations
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Customization, refinement, and delivery
All under one cohesive, repeatable system.
What you will master?
Advanced digital documentation protocols for cosmetic cases
Smile design principles that translate flawlessly from screen to patient
Hands-on digital design using cutting-edge software
3D printing of prototype veneers with exacting accuracy
Manufacturing workflows for final restorations
Chairside customization for ideal esthetics and fit
Efficient delivery systems that elevate patient experience and outcomes
Hands-On. High-Level. Highly Controlled.
This masterclass is intentionally intimate and immersive. Each participant works directly within the digital workflow—designing, printing, refining, and delivering restorations—guided by expert instruction and real-world protocols used at the highest level of cosmetic dentistry. Expect precision, repetition, and refinement.
Who is this Masterclass for?
This experience is curated for:
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Cosmetic dentists focused on veneers and esthetic excellence
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Clinicians seeking greater control over design and manufacturing
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Dentists ready to elevate efficiency, predictability, and outcomes
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Practices looking to distinguish themselves through advanced digital capability
This is not introductory dentistry. This is next-level mastery. Technology Meets Artistry.
You will work with:
The very latest digital design software
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Advanced 3D printing systems
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High-resolution prototyping technology
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Modern materials for both prototypes and final restorations
Every element of the workflow is selected to reflect where cosmetic dentistry is headed—not where it’s been.
The Result:
By the conclusion of The Digital Veneer Blueprint Masterclass, you will leave with:
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A complete digital veneer workflow you can implement immediately
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The confidence to design, manufacture, and deliver with precision
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Enhanced predictability in esthetic outcomes
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A refined patient experience that communicates innovation and excellence
Exclusivity Matters
Enrollment is intentionally limited to preserve:
Individualized instruction
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Hands-on depth
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Meaningful peer interaction
This masterclass is reserved for dentists who value craft, control, and distinction.
The Future of Cosmetic Dentistry Is Digital
And it belongs to those who master it. Welcome to The Digital Smile Masterclass.
Date:
March 6th, 2026
Location:
Black Box Auditorium at Hyde House Public Studio (1646 W Snow Ave, Tampa, FL 33606)
Schedule:
7:30 am – Registration Opens / Badge Pick Up / Breakfast
8:00 am-11:30 am – Hands-on Workshop Part 1
11:30 am-12:30 pm – Lunch
12:30 pm – 5:00 pm – Hands-on Workshop Part 2
6:30 pm – Group Dinner (Location TBD)
Fees:
FACD Member: $1,850
Non-Member: $2,200
Dental Assistant: $500 (limited to one per dentist)
Future Events
Mark Your Calendar for these upcoming events!
2027
August 26-28, 2027
FACD Annual Session (Conrad, Orlando)
2028
August 3-5, 2028
FACD Annual Session
(Conrad, Orlando)
