36th Annual Daniel E. Waite Lectureship in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 2026

Rochester, MN US
April 24, 2026 to April 25, 2026

This course offers Live (in-person) attendance only

Course Directors: Kevin Arce, D.M.D., M.D. and Christopher F. Viozzi, D.D.S., M.D.

April 24 - 25, 2026 - Hilton Hotel - Rochester, Minnesota

This event is sponsored collaboratively by the Mayo Clinic Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, the Minnesota Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, and the Waite Endowment, University of Minnesota. Guest speaker for 2026 will be David B. Powers from Duke University. Session topics include technological advances in the management of craniomaxillofacial trauma.

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Registration Fee(s)
All registrations.$250
Students$125

Target Audience

This course is designed for dentists, physicians, resident fellows, students, and scientist researcher PhDs

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

  • Develop a deeper grasp of the contemporary management of craniomaxillofacial traumatic injuries
  • Give examples how virtual surgical planning has changed the approach to acute management of CMF trauma
  • Review subperiosteal implants in the treatment of both edentulous atrophic patients and in secondary reconstruction


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Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 2.75 AGD
  • 3.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
  • 3.75 Attendance
Event starts: 
04/24/2026 - 5:30pm
Event ends: 
04/25/2026 - 2:30pm
Cost:
$250.00

36th Annual Daniel E. Waite Lectureship in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 2026

Rochester, Minnesota

John H. Noseworthy Hall & Atrium, Hilton Hotel

April 24-25, 2026

AGD Credit

Event ID: 38529  Verification Code: 26R00739042526

Day 1

Friday, April 24, 2026

5:30 PM

Welcome Reception & Dinner

Foundation House

701 4th Street SW

Rochester MN 55902

Day 2

Saturday, April 25, 2026

7:30 AM

Registration, Breakfast & Exhibits

 

Minnesota Society of Oral Maxillofacial Surgeons Business Meeting

9:30 AM

Welcome and Introduction

Kevin Arce, M.D., D.M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester

Christopher F. Viozzi, M.D., D.D.S., Mayo Clinic Rochester

9:35 AM

The Hamertonian Riddle - The Life of a Contemporary Surgeon (AGD credit code 550)

David Powers, MD, DMD, FACS, FRCS (Ed)

By the end of this lecture, participants will be able to:

1. Describe the evolving roles and responsibilities of the contemporary surgeon across clinical care, research, education, and administration.

2. Analyze the impact of technological innovation, regulatory pressures, and healthcare economics on surgical practice.

3. Identify key contributors to burnout and professional dissatisfaction in surgical careers.

10:15 AM

Refreshment Break

10:30 AM

Technological Advances in the Management of Craniomaxillofacial Trauma (AGD credit code 310)

David Powers, MD, DMD, FACS, FRCS (Ed)

By the end of this lecture, participants will be able to:

1. Summarize recent advances in imaging, virtual surgical planning (VSP), and computer-assisted design/manufacturing (CAD/CAM) in CMF trauma.

2. Compare traditional fixation techniques with patient-specific implants and 3D-printed solutions.

3. Explain the role of intraoperative navigation and augmented reality in complex trauma reconstruction.

11:15 AM

"Cosmetic" Trauma Surgery (AGD credit code 310)

David Powers, MD, DMD, FACS, FRCS (Ed)

By the end of this lecture, participants will be able to:

1. Recognize the aesthetic subunits and soft tissue considerations relevant to facial trauma repair.

2. Differentiate between functional reconstruction and aesthetic optimization strategies.

3. Integrate cosmetic surgical principles into acute and delayed trauma management.

12:00 PM

Lunch

1:00 PM

The Subperiosteal Implant - What was old is new again (AGD credit code 690)

David Powers, MD, DMD, FACS, FRCS (Ed)

By the end of this lecture, participants will be able to:

1. Review the historical development and decline of the use of subperiosteal implants.

2. Explain modern digital workflows enabling contemporary subperiosteal implant design and fabrication.

3. Identify current indications and patient selection criteria.

1:45 PM

Question & Answer

Kevin Arce, M.D., D.M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester

Christopher F. Viozzi, M.D., D.D.S., Mayo Clinic Rochester

David Powers, MD, DMD, FACS, FRCS, Duke University

2:15 PM

Closing Remarks
Kevin Arce, M.D., D.M.D., Mayo Clinic Rochester

Christopher F. Viozzi, M.D., D.D.S., Mayo Clinic Rochester

2:30 PM

Adjourn

Hilton Hotel
10 East Center Drive
Dr. John H. Noseworthy Hall 1 & Atrium
Rochester, MN 55901
United States

There is no room block for this course. Room reservations can be made directly with the hotel:

Hilton Hotel Rochester
10 East Center Street
Rochester MN 55905
507-258-5757

All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.

Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Credit Statement(s):

AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 3.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science 
Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD Credit.  
Approval does not imply acceptance by  
any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement. 
1/1/2024 to 12/31/2027  
Provider ID #215760 

Other Healthcare Professionals:
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.

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Available Credit

  • 2.75 AGD
  • 3.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
  • 3.75 Attendance

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Cost:
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