Level 1 – Implant Restoration
Foundational CE course focused on implant restorations using model-based training and expert instruction.
Owner & Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
As a highly successful oral and maxillofacial surgeon and experienced practice owner, Dr. Charles has built a thriving surgical practice through strategic leadership, sound financial decision-making, and a commitment to operational excellence. His firsthand experience provides valuable insight into the challenges and opportunities of dental practice ownership.
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Financial & Practice Transition Advisor
Wes will provide practical guidance on the financial side of practice ownership, helping attendees understand how to evaluate opportunities, structure practice acquisitions, improve profitability, and prepare for successful ownership transitions.
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Practice Transition Attorney
Randall Mark Shochet is an attorney with extensive experience representing dental professionals in practice acquisitions, sales, partnership agreements, employment contracts, and business transactions. His work focuses on protecting dentists while helping them navigate complex legal decisions throughout their careers.
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Digital Marketing & Practice Growth Advisor
Thomas Romanelli works with dental practices to develop modern marketing strategies that attract new patients, strengthen online visibility, and support sustainable business growth through data-driven digital marketing.
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Clinical excellence alone is no longer enough to build a thriving dental practice. Whether you’re preparing to purchase your first practice, expanding an existing office, or planning your eventual transition into retirement, understanding the business side of dentistry is essential.
The Beyond Clinical Excellence: The Business of Dentistry Masterclass is an immersive executive program designed to provide dentists with practical knowledge and actionable strategies for every stage of practice ownership. Learn directly from experienced practice owners, financial advisors, attorneys, and marketing professionals who have helped hundreds of dentists build successful careers and profitable businesses.
Through interactive lectures, case discussions, and networking opportunities, participants will leave with a roadmap to make informed business decisions, avoid costly mistakes, and maximize the value of their practices.
This course is designed for:
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Welcome Reception & Cocktail Hour
Meet the Faculty
Networking with Participants
7:30 AM Breakfast & Arrival
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Building a Financially Successful Dental Practice — Presented by Wes Lyons
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Networking Lunch
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM Leading a High-Performance Practice: The Owner’s Blueprint — Presented by Dr. Makepeace Charles, DDS
6:30 PM NextGen Business Skills Institute Faculty & Participant Happy Hour & Small Bites
7:30 AM Breakfast & Arrival
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Protecting Your Practice: Legal Strategies for Ownership & Transition — Presented by Randall Mark Shochet, Esq.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Networking Lunch
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM Modern Marketing Strategies for Sustainable Practice Growth — Presented by Thomas Romanelli
Foundational CE course focused on implant restorations using model-based training and expert instruction.
Introductory implant placement CE course featuring hands-on training with models and expert-led instruction.
This advanced CE course dives into full-arch All-on-X treatment planning and placement, combining lectures, digital workflows, and cadaver-based hands-on training.
Advanced CE course on remote anchorage with cadaver-based training in zygomatic and pterygoid implant techniques.
Dr. Melanie Silvestrini, DMD, FICOI is a cosmetic dentist and oral implantologist. She is a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and the Misch Implant Institute. She earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from Tufts University and completed a hospital-based residency at Northwell Health, a Level 1 trauma center in NYC.
With experience across luxury Manhattan practices and high-volume clinics, Dr. Silvestrini understands the real-world challenges general dentists face — especially when adding advanced procedures like implants. Her goal is to make implant dentistry approachable, efficient, and clinically sound for GPs looking to grow confidently.
Dr. Silvestrini is trained in full-arch implant rehabilitation, hybrid prosthetics, guided surgery, and digital workflow integration. She regularly pursues advanced education in soft tissue grafting, ridge augmentation, and regenerative techniques, staying at the forefront of surgical and technological innovations in dentistry.
She also speaks nationally on provider branding and reputation building, bringing a modern, multidimensional perspective to both clinical and professional development.
Dr. Naved Fatmi, DMD, FACD, FICD is a trailblazer in the field of dentistry, earning recognition as the youngest member ever appointed to the Florida Board of Dentistry and later becoming the youngest chairman in its history. A dedicated educator and speaker, Dr. Fatmi has served on the faculty of Larkin Hospital, the University of Florida Dental School, and Palm Beach State College, where he shares his expertise and passion for dentistry with the next generation of professionals.
As the sole owner and CEO of Health and Wellness Dentistry, Dr. Fatmi oversees three thriving practices in South Florida, committed to providing patient-centered, comprehensive dental care. Beyond his professional achievements, he is deeply involved in community service, dedicating his time to initiatives that promote health and wellness in underserved populations.
Dr. Fatmi’s leadership, dedication to education, and commitment to his community continue to set a benchmark for excellence in the dental profession.
Jenna Snow brings a dynamic blend of clinical experience, educational insight, and technological fluency to her role as Director of Education at NextGen Dental Education. With a background spanning surgical assisting, digital design, and trauma coordination, Jenna offers a unique, hands-on perspective that enriches curriculum development and enhances learner engagement.
Before joining NextGen, Jenna was an integral part of a leading oral surgery practice, where she played multiple roles that required precision, adaptability, and deep clinical knowledge. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Health from the College of Charleston and is a Certified Medical Assistant through the American Association of Medical Assistants. Her academic and professional foundation gives her a comprehensive understanding of patient care, healthcare systems, and interdisciplinary team dynamics.
Jenna is deeply committed to empowering the next generation of dental professionals through innovative, tech-forward education. Her passion for lifelong learning and advancing clinical excellence ensures that NextGen’s programs remain forward-thinking, inclusive, and aligned with the evolving needs of modern dentistry.
Sarah Grellner, RN is the Chief Executive Officer of NextGen Dental Education, a leader in dental education committed to advancing clinical excellence and professional development in dentistry. With a foundational background in nursing, Sarah brings a unique patient-centered perspective to dental education, blending clinical expertise with a deep understanding of healthcare systems and team-based care.
Before stepping into the executive role, Sarah built a robust career in nursing, where she honed skills in clinical leadership, patient advocacy, and interdisciplinary collaboration. This experience has fueled her passion for transforming dental education through innovation, evidence-based training, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes.
Under Sarah’s leadership, NextGen has expanded its reach, modernized its curriculum, and forged strategic partnerships with academic institutions, dental organizations, and continuing education providers. She is a vocal advocate for elevating the standard of care through lifelong learning and interprofessional education.