Dr. Sam J. Halabo
239 F Street
Chula Vista, CA 91910

Style of Dentistry – Cosmetically focused general dentistry practice
Style of Presenting – Real-world and informal style of presenting showing how every dentist can achieve excellent results, growth and have fun doing it.

Upcoming Schedule | Lecture Topics | Course Comments

Dr. Halabo attended UC Santa Barbara for his undergraduate studies in Microbiology where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree and a scholarship to Attend Boston University School of Dental Medicine. He completed a General Practice Residency as head resident at the Loma Linda Veterans Hospital. Dr. Halabo has an exceptional practice providing excellent dentistry in a fun environment.

He has been a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) evaluator since 1998. He was the director of dental care at the UCSD Homeless clinic in Pacific Beach. He is an adjunct faculty member at UC San Diego. He is a clinical member of the Continuum for Innovative Dentistry. He has had articles published in professional journals and websites. Dr. Halabo has been involved in product evaluations for many years and is extremely proud and honored to share his knowledge and experience with those seeking to provide excellent dental care for their patients. He is a member of the San Diego County Dental Society, California Dental Association, the American Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry.

He lectures on a variety of topics including dental technology and equipment, CAD/CAM single visit restorations, having “The Balanced Practice & Life”, zero sensitivity composite procedures, and Practice growth in any economy. Dr. Halabo enjoys lecturing so he can pass on his knowledge of materials and practice growth with an emphasis on improving patient care and the Dentists enjoyment of their profession.

Dr. Halabo has earned numerous awards for the practice of dentistry and has been voted “Best Dentist” in San Diego Magazine by his peers in 06’, 07’, 08’,09’ and 10’.

Dr. Halabo has been in private practice for 14 years at his current location. He maintains a private practice providing a full range of dental services including implants and cosmetic dentistry.

Upcoming Schedule

Date	Location	Group	Lecture

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Lecture Topics

The following are course descriptions that can be customized per time needed and material.

The Balanced Practice & Life (How to Enjoy Both)
This course provides the knowledge and structure for achieving balance in life and practice. It allows the dentist and team members to come together and enjoy their work rather than struggling to finish each day. The concepts of vision, personalities, goal planning, accountability and many others will be discussed in detail. Ideas will be presented for profitability and efficiency in the dental practice. Many entertaining and positive concepts for home life will be presented as well.
Outline

1. The vision—Dr. and office
2. Goal setting personal and professional
3. Team work and accountability
4. Daily profitable and enjoyable procedures
5. Social ideas and concepts for home life

CAD/CAM: Esthetic, Profitable & Fun
Modern dentistry has vastly changed and digital impressioning is here to stay! CAD/CAM dentistry, whether lab made or office made, has revolutionized the dental industry. There are so many choices today of CAD/CAM systems, materials, and techniques. Many cases will be shown using different materials and ways to profit and have fun utilizing this great technology. Being truly conservative with tooth structure will at the forefront of this lecture; as well as esthetic principals and profitability.
Outline

1. CAD/CAM Units and Differences
2. Who should own a chair side unit
3. The many uses of CAD/CAM
4. Advantages of chair side units and profitability
5. Multiple cases showing start to finish including cementation

Zero Sensitivity Composite Procedures
Composite procedures and materials have been around for many years now and yet there still seems to be the dilemma of post-op sensitivity. Materials are introduced into the market place at such speeds that many practitioners are trying to figure what works well, will last and cause zero sensitivity. This lecture will present simple and predictable tips and materials to achieving great results without sensitivity. With Esthetics driving more treatment than ever before practitioners will be able to take home methods to instantly improve their techniques and expand their services. Patients will leave with beautiful restorations that have no sensitivity.
Outline

1. Comparison of composite systems and ratings
2. Comparison of bonding systems and ratings
3. Complete procedures from A-Z
4. A discussion of para-functional habits
5. Deciding when to do direct versus indirect

Practice Growth in Any Economy
The ever changing practice of dentistry can be daunting at times. With digital dentistry, new products and materials constantly being introduced into the market place, dentists can be left wondering how to continue to grow and thrive in this economy. This course will explore many of the innovative dental care concepts available today. Discussions will include practice management concepts that work and numerous profitable procedures that can be implemented immediately. The information presented will help identify ideas that will renew the practice and set you apart from others around you.
Outline

1. Goals, Visions and Attitude
2. In-office systems will discussed
3. Team-building concepts
4. Marketing: Internal, external, and online
5. Profitable procedures and products/materials

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