Dr. Michael DiTolla is a graduate of the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, and he is a fellow of the AGD. After working in private practice for 15 years, he became director of clinical education and research at Glidewell, where he gained an intimate knowledge of U.S. dentists’ crown & bridge habits. From 2006 to 2009, Dr. DiTolla led the clinical team at Glidewell that developed and brought BruxZir^® Zirconia to market. In 2011, he received the “Most Effective Dentist Educator” award in a nationwide survey of dentists. Four years later, he became the director of clinical affairs at Dentsply Sirona, and in 2017 he was named the vice president of clinical affairs and communications at AEGIS Communications. Dr. DiTolla has given over 1,000 lectures to dentists worldwide, and his online videos have been viewed more than 10 million times by clinicians.

Dr. Paul Homoly is a world-class leader in dental education. As a comprehensive restorative dentist and educator, Dr. Homoly has helped dentists build prosperous practices for more than 20 years. Dr. Homoly’s focus is to coach high-performance dental teams and the full spectrum of dental professionals and to advance leadership and communication in dentistry worldwide. He recently released “YES! On-Line,” an in-office DVD/online case acceptance training program for the entire dental team. For more information regarding “YES! On-Line” or specific practice questions, call 800-294-9370, visit paulhomoly.com or email paul@paulhomoly.com.

Dr. Robert Lowe graduated magna cum laude from Loyola University School of Dentistry in 1982 and was a clinical professor in restorative dentistry at the school until its closure in 1993. Since January 2000, Dr. Lowe has maintained a private practice in Charlotte, North Carolina. He lectures internationally, and his work is frequently published in well-known dental journals on esthetic and restorative dentistry. Dr. Lowe has earned Fellowship in the AGD, ICD, ADI, ACD, IADFE and American Society for Dental Aesthetics (ASDA), received the 2004 Gordon Christensen Outstanding Lecturers Award, and, in 2005, received Diplomate status on the American Board of Esthetic Dentistry. Contact Dr. Lowe at 704-364-4711 or boblowedds@aol.com.

Dr. Bill Strupp is a practicing dentist best known for his vast knowledge of comprehensive cosmetic and restorative dentistry. He lectures nationally and internationally to thousands of dentists each year, and has been published in many prominent dental publications. Dr. Strupp also publishes the newsletter “Crown & Bridge UPDATE,” which is aimed at educating practitioners in better dentistry. An AACD Accredited Fellow, Dr. Strupp continually evaluates and applies clinically relevant research to the day-to-day practice of crown & bridge dentistry. His teachings center on his 43 years in private practice, from which he’s been regarded as “the dentist’s dentist.” Contact him at 800-235-2515, via email at bill@strupp.com or by visiting strupp.com.

Gary Takacs’ life’s work and passion is to help dentists and their team members develop a more profitable and enjoyable practice. He is a sought after speaker at national and international dental meetings, where his informational courses are often recognized as the most fun and entertaining courses that attendees have ever experienced. Mr. Takacs is also founder of Ride & Learn and Race & Learn, which some regard as the most unique continuing education programs in dentistry today. Ride & Learn combines a Harley-Davidson motorcycle tour with dental CE, while Race & Learn combines high performance driving with dental CE. For more information about these innovative courses, visit garytakacs.com or email gary@garytakacs.com.