GSDM at Yankee Dental Congress 2026
GSDM at Yankee Dental Congress, Reimagined
January 29-31, 2026
This year, we are excited to introduce GSDM at Yankee Dental Congress, Reimagined, a new vision for how we can support our alumni in building and sustaining connections with each other and our school during the largest annual dental conference in New England. We know that so many of you return to Boston each year for this event—and we’ve also heard from many of you that our normal event line-up doesn’t always help you forge the deep, meaningful connections and learning for which you’re hoping from the conference.
So, this year, in lieu of the traditional Friday night reception, we will be hosting the GSDM Alumni Suite in the Exhibit Hall for the entire duration of the conference from Thursday, January 29 to Saturday, January 31. This large, private room will be a space, exclusive to GSDM alumni, where you can take a break, meet a friend for coffee or a snack, and connect with former professors and the dean. We will also be offering programming throughout the conference designed to educate, connect, and inspire you, no matter the stage of your career. Be sure to visit our booth in the Exhibit Hall as well, where we’ll be engaging with both current and prospective students.
New this Year!
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BU Booth
For: Current students, alumni, prospective students, faculty, staff,
and those interested in CE
Operated by: Continuing education and Admissions
Located at: Booth 1739
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GSDM Alumni Suite
For: Alumni, faculty and mentees (by invitation)
Operated by: GSDM Development and Alumni Relations
Located at: NL3 & NL4
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We’re currently recruiting for faculty positions as well as Dental Assistants and Dental Hygienists and would love to connect with you. Visit us to learn more about these opportunities, meet our team, and ask questions.
Operated by: Clinical Affairs
Located at: Booths 1830 and 1930
Moments from Last Year
Yankee Dental Congress Agenda
Thursday, January 29
| Time |
Event |
| 9:00 AM |
Coffee & Pastries |
| 9:30 – 11 AM |
Breakfast with Dr. Carl McManama and Dr. Joseph Calabrese |
| 11:30 AM |
Lunch: Mac N’ Cheese Bar |
| 12:00 – 2:00 PM |
Lunch and Learn with APEX (Applied Professional Experience)
Learn how you can become an APEX mentor
Dr. Ana Zea |
| 2:00 PM |
Rice Krispie treats & hot chocolate |
| 5:30 PM |
Exhibit Hall closes |
Friday, January 30
| Time |
Event |
| 9:00 AM |
Coffee & Pastries |
| 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Coffee and Conversation with Dr. Carl McManama |
| 11:30 AM |
Lunch: Gourmet Focaccia |
| 12:00 – 2:00 PM |
Lunch and meet the new dean of Admissions Dr. Roya Zandaparsa |
| 2:00 PM |
Learn about our new mentorship program for current students and recent graduates and how you can become a mentor
Dr. Zhiqiang ‘Chuck’ Huang DMD 08 |
| 2:00 PM |
Cookies & hot chocolate |
| 4:00 – 5:30 PM |
Happy Hour with Dean Leone |
| 5:30 PM |
Exhibit Hall closes |
Saturday, January 31
| Time |
Event |
| 9:00 AM |
Coffee & Pastries |
| 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Meet with APEX (Applied Professional Experience)
Learn how you can become an APEX mentor
Dr. Ana Zea |
| 12:00 PM |
Whoopie pies & hot chocolate |
| 4:00 PM |
Exhibit Hall closes |
Alumni Speaker Schedule
Thursday, January 29
| Time |
Speaker |
Program |
| 8:00 – 11:00 AM |
Nauman Chatha ENDO 16 |
Management of Immature Apex of Permanent Teeth |
| 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Gigi Meinecke DMD 88 |
The Complete Face: Botox Live Patient Training Course |
| 8:30 – 9:30 AM |
Andrew Lerner DMD 22 |
Dental Management of Medically Compromised Patients |
| 11:30 – 12:20 PM |
Hui Huang DMD 05 |
Anterior Implant Placement: Handling Cosmetic Zone Surgical Challenges |
| 1:00 PM |
Carl McManama, Faculty |
Early Career Dentist to Dentist
Booth 635 |
| 1:00 – 3:00 PM |
Kady Rawal AEGD 10 DPH 18 and
Catherine Sarkis CAS 88 Questrom 91 LAW 94
Talia Miller DMD 09 AEGD 10 PEDO 12 |
Ethical Considerations While Addressing Oral Health Throughout |
Friday, January 30
| Time |
Speaker |
Program |
| 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Gigi Meinecke DMD 88 |
Dermal Filler Live Patient Training Course |
| 8:00 – 12:00 |
Ron Fried DMD 83 |
The Power of Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy |
| 9:00 – 11:30 AM |
Ronni Schnell DMD 81 |
Overdentures Reimagined: Integrating Tradition, Innovation, and Digital Precision |
| 11:00 AM |
David Lustbader DMD 86 |
Early Career Dentist to Dentist
Booth 635 |
Saturday, January 31
| Time |
Speaker |
Program |
| 8:00 – 9:00 AM |
Ronald Perry DMD 88 |
Practice Transition: Due Diligence, Financing, and Exit Planning |
| 8:00 – 10:00 AM |
Deeba Kashtwari, Faculty |
The Role of CBCT in the Modern Dental Practice |
| 8:00 – 10:00 AM |
James Stein DMD 85 PROS 87 |
Anterior Esthetics: How to Satisfy the Patient |
| 8:00 – 11:00 AM |
Kerri Discepolo and Michelle Henshaw SPH 96 DPH 07 |
Dental Care for Young Children: Expand Your Practice and Enhance Your Revenue |
| 8:30 – 12:00 PM |
Takanari Miyamoto PERIO 03 05 |
Optimizing Clinical Outcomes with Perio, Ortho, and AI Collaboration |
| 8:30 – 12:00 PM |
Alexander Bendayan PROS 05 |
Bringing the All-On-X Concept to Life with Digital Advancements |
| 4:30 -7:00 PM |
ASDA |
17th Annual ASDA District 1 Student Debate
Westin |
Frequently Asked Questions
Will there be a reception on Friday?
This year, instead of a reception, we will be hosting a happy hour on Friday from 4-5:30pm in the Alumni Suite with Dean Leone.
How do I register for Yankee Dental Congress?
Follow this link for all information and registration for this year’s Yankee Dental Congress