Day 1: Wednesday May 7, 2025

9:30am - 12:00pm ALL ATTENDEES • 2.5 CE

Objectives:

• Analyze the power dynamics shaping dentistry in 2025—and how to position your practice for long-term success.

• Understand workforce shifts—so you can plan for profitable growth instead of reactive hiring.

• Structure expansion intelligently, ensuring that growth translates into increased profitability, not just more overhead.

• Break down the biggest mistakes that even top-producing dentists make—and how to sidestep them entirely.

• Get a window into what some of the most successful MGE clients are doing differently—and how you can apply their strategies immediately.

The market is shifting—again. The question isn’t whether change is coming, but whether you’ll be the one leading it.

MGE clients are already in the top 1-3% of the profession and have consistently stayed ahead by adapting to industry shifts faster and more effectively than the competition. The trends we’ve been tracking for years—labor shortages, economic pressures, DSOs, and shifting patient behaviors—have been unfolding, and many MGE clients have actively positioned themselves to take advantage. Now, as these forces accelerate and reach a tipping point, the practices that continue to stay ahead of the curve will dominate the next decade.

Here’s the reality: The next 12-24 months will be a defining period for private practice. Some dentists will react to changes as they happen—while others will anticipate them and take control of their future.

MGE clients have always been on the leading edge—this session will give you the insights and strategies to continue dominating in 2025 and beyond. You’ll walk away with insider strategy, high-level insights, and a clear action plan to stay at the top of the profession—where you belong.

2:00 - 3:30pm ALL ATTENDEES • 1.5 CE

Objectives:

• Analyze the mindset shifts required to transition from a single practice to a scalable multi-location model.

• Identify the core systems and processes to ensure profitable growth without losing control.

• Evaluate common mistakes in expansion and develop strategies to avoid them.

• Develop a step-by-step approach for scaling a dental practice while maintaining efficiency, team alignment, and profitability.

• Apply key leadership principles to maintain control and reduce stress while growing a multi-practice organization.

Expanding your practice doesn’t have to mean working more, stressing more, or making less. Here’s how to scale the right way.

In 2019, Dr. Soren Michaelsen was running a high-revenue single practice—but despite bringing in $4.1 million annually, profitability was razor-thin, stress was sky-high, and growth felt impossible. Fast forward to today: his organization has expanded to five locations, generating $13 million in revenue—while actually increasing overall profitability. And most importantly? It was done without sacrificing control, efficiency, or sanity.

How? By implementing the systems taught by MGE and building a structured, scalable model that allowed for rapid expansion—without complete chaos.

In this session, Dr. Michaelsen will walk you through the real-world lessons and strategies he used to transform his organization from a single-practice bottleneck to a multi-location success story.

Growth doesn’t have to mean burnout. With the right systems, leadership, and structure, you can scale your practice while maintaining both profitability and sanity. This session will give you the exact roadmap to do it successfully.

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5:30 - 7:00pm

Network, catch up with your old friends and make some new ones! At the completion of Day 1, in what’s become a new Owner’s Conference tradition, we officially welcome you to the 2025 Owner’s Conference with a DJ, an abundant global selection of delectable cheeses, artisan breads and fine wine!

Day 2: Thursday May 8, 2025

9:00am - 12:00Pm All Attendees • 3 CE

Objectives:

• Provisionals and Photography

• Complex cases simplified with our FMR techniques

• Occlusion principles with all ceramic restorations and implants

• Changing lives with Smiles and Implants

Understanding comprehensive dental care can take us many years to figure it out. By using some excellent tools and techniques we can see our patients and approach their care in an efficient manner. Photography, computer imaging, 3 D Facial Scanning, and digital techniques can help us analyze each patient for better treatment planning and success. Proportions utilizing digital calipers, facebow and preparation design will be demonstrated. Using provisional techniques to get patient feedback with be show on various patient treatments. CAD/CAM technology has the advantage of reduced clinical chair-time and reduced laboratory costs. The accuracy of these techniques is unparalleled and saves thousands of hours for clinician each year.  This presentation will discuss complex cases and how to be more efficient, develop confidence, become passionate and motivate your patients to say “YES” to IDEAL treatment. We will help you get your skills to a new level with lots of tips and pearls from a specialists with 35 years of experience.

1:30PM - 4:00PM ALL ATTENDEES • 2.5 CE

Objectives:

• Define what “the close” actually is and develop certainty in identifying it.

• Recognize the precise indicators that signal a patient is ready to move forward.

• Learn how to increase patient awareness in a way that makes treatment acceptance the obvious next step.

• Discover how to generate demand for treatment—instead of just presenting it and hoping they accept.

• Drill and master seven exact, repeatable steps that will guarantee higher case acceptance and practice growth.

Master the art of the close—because great treatment plans don’t help patients unless they say “yes.” You’ve diagnosed the case, presented the treatment, and the patient clearly needs it—so why aren’t they moving forward?

Case acceptance isn’t just about having a great treatment plan—it’s about mastering the close. And in today’s environment, where patients hesitate, delay, and “want to think about it,” knowing how to guide them confidently to a decision is more important than ever.

In this exclusive session, Luis Colón will unveil advanced, battle-tested closing techniques that have never been delivered before. These strategies will increase patient demand, eliminate uncertainty, and give you the confidence to close more cases—consistently.

If you want to take your case acceptance skills to the next level, this session will give you the tools, insights, and real-world techniques to increase treatment plan conversions and drive practice success.

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6:00PM - 11:45Pm

On Thursday night you are invited to attend an extravagant banquet and Graduation Ceremony for MGE Power Program Graduates at Armature Works in Tampa.  We’ll have an open bar, a “Casino” night with casino themed games, a special auction for America’s Tooth Fairy and a whole lot of FUN!

Day 3: Friday May 9, 2025

9:30am - 12:00pm all attendees • 2.5 CE

The Owner’s Roundtable has long been a cornerstone of the Owner’s Conference—and for good reason. This is where MGE clients come together to exchange insights, share successful actions, and tackle real-world challenges with the collective expertise of top private practitioners.

Moderated by Jeff and Sabri Blumberg, this dynamic, fast-paced session ensures that everyone who wants to participate has the opportunity to contribute. Whether you’re looking for proven solutions to current challenges or new strategies to refine and expand your practice, this session is designed to be interactive, insightful, and highly valuable.

Come prepared to engage, collaborate, and gain real takeaways from some of the most successful private practitioners in the profession!

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2:00 - 3:30pm ALL ATTENDEES • 1.5 CE

Objectives:

• Strengthen team communication and cohesiveness by applying key principles that build trust, alignment, and shared vision.

• Establish clear ethical leadership practices to handle challenges, create accountability, and inspire purpose-driven performance.

• Define and implement a strong practice culture that fosters engagement, professional growth, and long-term staff retention.

• Understand the direct connection between team culture and profitability—and how the right strategies can drive financial growth.

Great teams don’t just happen—they’re built. Retaining top talent is one of the biggest challenges in dentistry today. But what if your team not only stayed—but was so engaged and aligned that they became your biggest asset for practice growth?

Dr. Steven Perry, Abby, and Mariah have built exactly that—a practice where staff cite their coworkers as their favorite part of the job and patients rave about the team in reviews. Their secret? A workplace culture built on strong communication, ethical leadership, and a clearly defined practice vision.

And the results speak for themselves. Since implementing these strategies, their practice has grown from $1.5 million to $4.5 million annually—proving that a thriving team isn’t just great for morale, it’s essential for profitability.

If you’re tired of staff turnover, disengagement, or lack of team cohesion, this session will show you how to retain great people, improve workplace morale, and create a practice culture that thrives—while increasing collections.

4:00 - 5:30pm All Attendees• 1.5 CE

Objectives:

• Analyze proven patient acquisition strategies using social media, Google Ads, and internal referrals to attract high-quality new patients.

• Identify case presentation and closing techniques that increase case acceptance and patient commitment.

• Develop team training and role delegation systems that streamline operations and support high production levels.

• Implement technology and social media strategies to engage new patients before their first visit.

• Apply the exact methods and processes the Salvatores used to scale their practice to over $7.6M in annual collections.

From less than $100K to $630K per month—Here’s how they did it, and how you can, too.

Back in 2015, Drs. Rich and Vera Salvatore were collecting about $80K per month. Fast forward to today: their practice is generating over $7.6 million per year ($630K per month)—all while delivering exceptional patient care, increasing efficiency, and scaling without chaos.

How did they do it? By implementing the MGE Power Program systems and focusing on patient acquisition, case acceptance, and team-driven growth.

In this interactive session, Drs. Rich and Vera, along with their managers Kathleen and Beth, will break down the exact strategies that took their practice from good to elite-level success. You’ll learn real-world, concise methods that have transformed their growth—and can do the same for you.

This isn’t theory- this is what actually works. Whether you’re looking to increase case acceptance, grow patient volume, or scale your practice profitibaly, this session will give you the roadmap to level up.

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Day 4: Saturday May 10, 2025

9:30am-11:30Am SPLIT SESSION, 3 CE

This is a Hands-On course. Attendance is limited. Register before APRIL 4TH to secure your spot!

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Objectives:

• Master the Digital Workflow – Learn how to streamline diagnostics, imaging, treatment planning, and surgical preparation.

• Guided Surgery, Step by Step – See how to use a bone guide and surgical guide to achieve precision implant placement.

• Prosthetic Workflow – Learn how to deliver temporary restorations on surgery day and finalize the case with a guided approach.

• Predictable Implant Placement – Discover how to leverage digital planning and guided systems for consistent, successful outcomes.

• Hands-On Guided Surgery – Gain hands-on experience placing implants with guided surgery on models.

Full-arch implant cases can be some of the most rewarding—and profitable—procedures in dentistry. But without a precise, repeatable workflow, they can also be unpredictable, stressful, and time-consuming.

In this exclusive hands-on course, Drs. Philomin and Salvatore will walk you through the full-arch digital workflow from start to finish. Whether you’re looking to add full-arch cases to your practice or refine your approach for greater efficiency, profitability, and predictability, this session will give you the confidence and skills needed to execute these cases successfully.

Over three hours, you’ll gain a clear, structured approach to planning, placing, and restoring full-arch implant cases. This hands-on course will break down the entire process step by step, so you can implement guided surgery with precision and predictability.

If you’re ready to take your full-arch cases to the next level—or want to confidently add them to your practice—this course is a must-attend.

9:00am-12:00pm SPLIT SESSION • 3 CE

PART I: MASTERING THE DAY: HOW AN OFFICE MANAGER CAN STAY IN CONTROL & HIT MONTHLY GOALS
Presenter: Amy Eveland, Chief Operating Officer for The Smile Group

Objectives:

• Implement tools to track and stay on target with monthly and weekly production goals.

• Run an efficient and productive morning huddle that sets the tone for the day.

• Develop a structured schedule that allows time for key Admin/Executive duties without constant interruptions.

• Keep your team on task and ensure all daily responsibilities are completed on time.
  

  A busy practice moves fast—learn how to stay ahead, stay organized, and keep everything running smoothly.

  Between monthly goals, patient questions, treatment plans, staff management, and endless administrative tasks, an Office Manager’s day can feel like a constant game of catch-up.

  But what if you could run the day instead of the day running you?

  In this session, Amy shares real-world strategies to simplify, organize, and take control of your schedule—so nothing falls through the cracks, and you stay focused on practice growth. Learn how to manage your time effectively, lead your team efficiently, and ensure every task gets done—without feeling overwhelmed.

  A practice thrives when its Office Manager is organized, in control, and proactive. If you’re ready to take charge of your day and lead with confidence, this session is for you!

PART 2: THE UNDERRATED SECRET TO OFFICE MANAGER SUCCESS: IMPROVING COMMUNICATION AND TEAM COHESION
Presenter: Mariah House, Office Manager for Farmington Family Dental

Objectives:

• Improve communication with staff to build stronger teamwork, reduce friction, and create a more cohesive practice.

• Strengthen collaboration with your doctor to improve alignment, trust, and operational success.

• Apply effective patient communication techniques to improve case acceptance and long-term relationships.

• Use structured communication and workflow strategies to manage daily challenges—so you stay in control instead of feeling overwhelmed.

Master communication, strengthen relationships, and take control—because a thriving practice starts with you.

Staff. Payroll. Bills. Systems. Patients. The daily grind of an Office Manager can feel relentless. With so many moving parts, how do you keep everything flowing smoothly—without stress, miscommunication, or constant firefighting?

The answer? Mastering communication and building stronger connections with your team—the often-overlooked foundation of success.

Clear communication and seamless alignment aren’t optional—they’re essential. They help you navigate challenges, create stronger connections with your team and doctor, and take control of your day like never before.

In this session, Mariah will share how she’s been able to apply these principles in real-world situations to handle challenges with ease and lead with confidence.

If you’re ready to level up your leadership, create a smoother-running practice, and handle anything the day throws at you, this session is for you!

PART 3: BUILDING YOUR DREAM TEAM: FROM WHINING TO WINNING
Presenter: Adan Lozano, Office Manager, Olean Dental

Objectives:

• Explain the role of core values and workplace culture in attracting and retaining high-performing employees.

• Demonstrate effective recruitment techniques beyond traditional job postings to find exceptional candidates.

• Develop job postings that appeal to top talent by addressing what candidates are looking for in an employer.

• Implement a structured interview process to evaluate skills, cultural fit, and long-term potential.

• Recognize key strategies for team retention and motivation, ensuring long-term engagement and productivity.

Great teams don’t happen by accident. Here’s how to build one that drives growth, efficiency, and success.

A practice is only as strong as its team. But what happens when that team is holding the office back instead of pushing it forward?

When Adan joined Dr. Lopez’s office, he had zero prior dental experience—but what he did have was a strong desire to build a team that could help turn a struggling practice into a thriving one. Fast forward three years, and that same office is now a high-performing, productive, and cohesive unit.

In this session, Adan shares exactly how they did it. From hiring smarter to creating a winning culture, you’ll get practical, real-world strategies for transforming your team into one that actually makes your life easier, not harder.

If you’ve ever struggled with staffing issues, team drama, or finding the right people, this session is for you. Learn how to build a dream team that doesn’t just show up—but actually helps you grow.

12:00 - 1:30pm All Attendees • 1.5 CE

The Owner’s Roundtable continues with another opportunity to exchange successful actions, tackle challenges, and gain valuable insights from fellow MGE clients.

Moderated by Amy and Mike Menkhaus, this session ensures a fast-paced, highly productive discussion where attendees can ask questions, share experiences, and collaborate with some of the most successful private practitioners in the industry. If you didn’t get a chance to contribute in the morning session—or if new ideas and questions have come up—this is your chance to engage, share, and refine your strategies for growth and success. Come ready to participate, problem-solve, and walk away with real, actionable takeaways.