Dr. Greg Gillespie
13200 SE McGillivray Blvd.
Vancouver, WA 98683
360-892-6132

Style of Dentistry – Conservative esthetic with a heavy emphasis on implants
Style of Presenting – Approachable and enjoyable with applicable information

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As a graduate of the University of Washington School of Dentsitry, Dr. Gillespie approaches dentistry in a progressive, yet conservative manner. He is well known for his personal and approachable style, making communication open and easy. Dr. Gillespie knows that success in dentistry always stems from clarity and effectiveness of communication with colleagues, staff, and patients. His vision for comprehensive dentistry focuses around effective treatment planning. These goals are further realized through his work as a consultant in product development for the patient education software company, MedVisor. Dr. Gillespie specializes in implant dentistry. He has studied and completed numerous courses on implant placement, occlusion, and esthetic implant restorations. Dr. Gillespie is passionate about education and is involved with extensive implant research at the University of Washington. Dr. Gillespie practices full time at Gillespie Dentistry in Vancouver, Washington.


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Lecture Topics

New Products: When Do I Make the Switch?

Dentists are inundated with new and improved products from manufacturers on a regular basis. Some are truly fantastic while others seem merely to be a marketing ploy. The question is, "How do I decide what products to incorporate into my daily practice?" Will they make my life less stressful and more productive? Dr. Gillespie will review several products from the latest in impression materials and cements to the debate of bonding generations and ceramic systems. Attendees will leave feeling more educated about the latest products to hit the market and confident in their ability to choose which ones will help their practices continue to grow.

Got Strength? Utilization of Zirconia Restorations in all Quadrants - (3 Hours)

Zirconia restorations are quickly challenging PFM as the gold standard for strength in full coverage restorations. Not only are Zirconia restorations much stronger than all other ceramic systems, but their esthetic properties are such that they are being utilized in all areas of the mouth, including anterior regions.

Lecture Highlights:

  • Current research behind the strength of Zirconia Restorations
  • Indications of Zirconia in all areas of mouth
  • Comparison of Zirconia versus other popular ceramic systems
  • Preparation guidelines -Cementation guidelines
  • Understand the simple transition into higher esthetics with Zirconia

More Than Words—The Importance of Communication and Treatment Planning with Patients and Staff (3 Hours)

Without question, effective communication skills enhance patients acceptance of treatment. Comprehensive, detailed treatment planning will be highlighted to help patients and doctors achieve short and long term goals. Patient education software is better than ever and an essential tool in communication.

Lecture Highlights:

  • Learn to comprehensively treatment plan
  • Enhance productive scheduling
  • Maximize new patient exams
  • Learn to effectively use patient education software
  • Increase staff awareness and excitement about treatment plans for every patient


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