Piedmont District Fall Meeting
Piedmont District Dental Society Fall Meeting
Clinical, Legislative & Innovation Updates in Dentistry
Friday, October 16, 2026
Southern First Bank
6 Verdae Blvd, Greenville, SC 29607
Registration and Breakfast: 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Business Meeting: 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Lectures: 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Ice Cream Social Sponsored by Straumann: 2:30 PM
Continental Breakfast and Lunch will be served.
Schedule & Speakers:
Annie Wilson, JD 10:00 AM -11:00 AM
“South Carolina Dental Law and Legislative Update: Implications for Practice and Patient Care”
Annie Wilson, a South Carolina native, earned a bachelor’s degree in Political Science at the University of South Carolina and graduated cum laude. She received her law degree at the University of South Carolina where she was Chief Justice of the Moot Court Bar, and a member of the Order of the Barristers, President’s Council, John Belton O’Neill Inn of Court, and Phi Delta Phi legal fraternity.
Prior to joining Capitol Consultants, Annie worked with several Columbia law firms, the South Carolina Senate Judiciary Committee, and Circuit Court Judge Howard P. King on criminal matters.
At Capitol Consultants, Annie and Richard Davis lead the Lobby Team and have been ranked the #1 & #2 Lobbyists in the state consistently by the Columbia Business Report. In addition to lobbying, Annie serves as Executive Director for multiple trade associations and nonprofit organizations.
Annie is a lobbyist for the South Carolina Dental Association and member of the South Carolina Bar's Administrative Law Committee and regularly speaks to associations and community groups on the legislative process and advocacy training.
Session Description: This presentation will review current legislative and regulatory developments affecting dentistry in South Carolina, including scope-of-practice considerations, insurance-related issues, workforce concerns, and patient access. Emphasis will be placed on the practical implications of these developments for lawful dental practice, patient care, risk management, and practice operations.
Educational Objectives:Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to:
- Identify current legislative and regulatory developments affecting dental practice in South Carolina.
- Explain how changes involving scope of practice, insurance, workforce, and patient access may affect clinical care and practice operations.
- Recognize practical compliance and risk-management considerations arising from emerging dental laws, regulations, and policy changes.
Sponsor Break and Networking: 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM
Dr. Tariq Javed 11:15 AM – 12:30 AM
“Management of Periodontal Focused Emergencies in Dental Practice”
Tariq Javed, DMD, MSD. MS (Bio):
Dr. Tariq Javed is a Professor of Periodontics and director of the predoctoral student admissions at the James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina. Previously, he served as the Associate Dean of the Academic and Student Affairs and the Director of the Residency Program in Periodontics at the JBE-CDM. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and a Fellow of the American College of Dentists and the International College of Dentists. He maintains membership in many professional organizations including the American Dental Association and has served on various committees, councils, and commissions of professional organizations. He has maintained an intramural dental faculty practice limited to Periodontics at the JBE-CDM. He has presented continuing education courses and workshops in the USA and abroad.
Session Description: This session will define and classify periodontal-focused emergencies encountered in dental practice. Discussion will address signs and symptoms, diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and management of incidental emergencies, iatrogenic complications, periodontal and intramural abscesses, acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis and periodontitis, recurrent aphthous ulcers, primary herpetic gingivostomatitis, bleeding-related emergencies, and implant failures.
Educational Objectives: Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to:
- Define and classify periodontal-focused emergencies encountered in dental practice.
- Recognize the signs and symptoms, establish a diagnosis and differential diagnosis, and select appropriate treatment for periodontal-focused emergencies.
- Explain periodontal emergencies related to bleeding disorders and their management.
- Describe emergencies related to implant failure and their management.
Lunch 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
Dr. Fabio Rizzante 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
“Practical Innovation for the Community Dentist”
Dr. Fabio Antonio Piola Rizzante, DDS, MSc, PhD, MBA (Bio):
Dr. Fabio Rizzante is a dental educator, researcher, and clinician passionate about digital dentistry, innovation, esthetic, and restorative dentistry. He holds a DDS, MSc, and PhD from the University of São Paulo and an MBA from Case Western Reserve University.
Dr. Rizzante holds a DDS, MSc, and PhD from the University of São Paulo and an MBA from Case Western Reserve University. He has authored more than 50 peer-reviewed publications and secured over $1 million in research funding. At MUSC, he leads initiatives integrating emerging technologies into dental education, research, and patient care, and spearheaded the development of the MUSC College of Dental Medicine Innovation Laboratory, which has established a $2 million strategic partnership with Henry Schein.
Previously, Dr. Rizzante held faculty and leadership positions at the University of Michigan and Case Western Reserve University. His work focuses on leveraging technology to improve education, clinical efficiency, and patient care.
Session Description: This session will explore practical digital and innovative technologies that can be incorporated into everyday dental practice. Emphasis will be placed on applications that enhance diagnosis, treatment planning, routine care delivery, clinical workflow efficiency, and communication.
Educational Objectives: Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to:
- Identify practical digital and innovative technologies applicable to everyday dental practice.
- Explain how digital dentistry can enhance diagnosis, treatment planning, and delivery of routine dental care.
- Identify opportunities to streamline clinical workflows and improve communication.
Closing, Questions and Comments: 2:15 PM – 2:30 PM
Ice Cream Social Sponsored by Straumann: 2:30 PM
Total Credit Hours:
3 Continuing Education Hours
- PDDS Member: No Charge
- Auxiliary / Staff: $10.00
- SCDA Member (Non-PDDS): $25.00
- Non-SCDA Member: $50.00
Registration Required By Oct 9th
https://forms.gle/6k4ojaLkQZsM9ZXX9
Contact for Questions:
Danielle Gill, DMD
