Okanagan Periodontal Study Club
#102-1890 Cooper Road V1Y8B7 Kelowna, BC, Canada

It has been 23 years since the Okanagan Periodontal Study Club held its inaugural program for Dental Hygienists. Over the years our executive team has been extremely proud of the success of the study club which has been derived from both the high caliber of quality CE programming and the loyalty and support of our Dental Hygienist members. However, in recent years our membership enrollment has been declining and as such the current annual dues format is no longer sustainable.... It is our desire to propel the OPSC forward, but with a new format. The OPSC will convert into a pay as you go model which will continue to offer full day Saturday programs offering 6 CE credits consisting of a light breakfast and lunch with both morning and afternoon sessions. There will be a registration fee per session which will vary depending on the costs per program. We look forward to the ongoing success of the OPSC for many more years! Please stay tuned for an upcoming announcement regarding our first CE program. With great appreciation for your many years of support, I would like to personally thank you on behalf of our executive, Dr. Steven Faigan Certified Specialist in Periodontics Vice President and Mentor Wendy Kelly- President Sandra Kahn- Treasurer Gayle Faigan- Secretary

Thank you to all those who contacted us ....you are all AWESOME! We have filled our position

Experienced perio hygienist required to join Dr Faigan and our awesome team! Call 250-470-7232 for detailsExperienced perio hygienist required to join Dr Faigan and our awesome team! Call 250-470-7232 for details

Dr Faigan is looking for a f/t CDA to join the office team. Please pass along this opportunity to any CDA you may know that could be interested in the opportunity to join our FUN and INTERESTING office! interested parties email: [email protected] Thank you!

Another successful OPSC day with four great presentations! Thanks to Straumann, Invisaline Orthodontics and to Align Technology for their sponsorship. Winners Bev and Mandy receiving their door prizes!

See you all tomorrow for the OPSC session.......ps its gonna be greek for lunch!See you all tomorrow for the OPSC session.......ps its gonna be greek for lunch!

Last session pics!

SEE YOU SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 15th FOR THE FIRST SESSION OF THE OPSC FALL CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAM. LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING EVERYONE THERE ! Okanagan Periodontal Study Club ... Fall 2018 Session #1: Saturday September 15, 2018 Ramada Lodge Hotel and Conference Centre Morning Topic: Dental Implant Maintenance: Anatomy of implant and peri-implant tissues, clinical protocol for implant documentation, techniques and instrumentation, implant related complications and diseases. The role of the RDH in implant therapy. Presenter: Wanda Piattelli, RDH Sponsor: Straumann (Paul Anderson) Afternoon Topic: 1. Uncovering the Benefits Digital Scanning Technology Provides for Patient and Practice. 2. Invisalign Orthodontic Therapy Presenter: Ljiljana Hinton, RRDH Sponsor: Align Technology, Inc. (Mark Stephens)

Hope summer is treating you all well! We are looking for a RDH to join our team. Flexible days and hours. Are you interested in taking your perio skills to the next level? We will provide training, ongoing CE and a competitive renumeration package. Send me a message or give me a call if you are interested, GAYLE 250-470-7232

NEXT MEETING THIS SATURDAY!! Morning: Minimally Invasive Approach to Treating Dental Caries: The new evidenced based paradigm shift in dental caries detection and management to optimize clinical and oral health outcomes. Presenter: Christine Chore, RDH,PID, BSc (DH) Sponsor: Oral Science (Karen Treadgold, RDH)... Afternoon: CDHBC presentation and interactive session on regulatory and practice related issues. Presenter: Jennifer Lawrence, Registrar/CEO CDHBC.

Salmon Arm - Full time Registered Dental Hygienist required for 1 year maternity leave, starting August 7, 2018 through to August 30, 2019 for a dental practice located in Salmon Arm on the Shuswap Lake. Our practice supports a strong focus on periodontal health care and includes four dentists and employs six dental hygienists. As a new grad, this is a fantastic opportunity to be mentored by some great and experienced hygienists. Monday Thursday; no weekends/evenings/stats. References are requested. Please email resume to [email protected] For Dr. Gerry Chu, Inc. Phone: 250-832-7640 Facsimile: 250-832-8737 Email: [email protected]

OPSC president Wendy Kelly and presenter Dr Scott Martyna Oral Surgeon

Raffle winners Marilynne Fine and Jennifer Neal