Friday, February 26th 2027


6:30 - 8:00 AMBreakfast


8:00 AMDr. Anil Idicula

Orthodontics 2027: A New Era, A New Perspective

Industry Trends, Emerging Innovations, and the Future of Our Profession


8:45 AMDr. Brian Lockhart

Beyond the Aligner: Building a Future-Ready Practice

When your aligner partner is focused on the future, your practice can be too. How Angel’s innovation in technology, software, and clinical features is helping practices stay ahead of what’s next.


9:15 AMDr. Jenny Zhu

Doctors spoke. Angel listened

How our feedback inspired innovative Halo retainer features that bridge the gap between active treatment and passive retention.


9:45 AMDr. Marty Greenburg

Little Patients, Big Data

Four Years of Phase I Aligner Results: real-world clinical data reveal the power of clear aligners in Phase I treatment. Explore the results, key insights, and growing opportunities for early orthodontic care.


10:15 AMBreak


10:30 AMDr. Willy Dayan

Take Back Your Time - Mastering Deep Bite Setups & Smarter Delegation

Learn Dr. Willy Dayan's approach to complex deep bite correction, effective treatment planning instructions, and delegating with confidence—without sacrificing clinical control.


12:00 PMLunch


1:00 PMDr. Kevin Baharvand

Stop Talking About AI. Start Using It.

Put AI to work for your practice with smarter marketing, staff management, and customized everyday support


2:30 PMBreak


2:45 PMDr. Mark Holt & Dr. Tyler Holt

Two generations. One evolving practice.

Discover how a father-and-son team navigates a changing orthodontic landscape, redefines the path to “yes,” and turns browsers into buyers in 2027.


3:45 PMDino Watt

Day One Closing Keynote


5:30 - 9:00 PMAscend Maui Celebration Dinner

Get ready for an incredible night in Maui. The Ascend Celebration Dinner is where great food, great people, and great music come together. Enjoy a lively atmosphere filled with networking, entertainment, and a few surprises along the way. It is the perfect way to connect, celebrate, and make the most of your time at Ascend.


Saturday, February 27, 2027


6:30 - 8:00 AMBreakfast


8:00 AMDr. Liliya Mackenzie

Phase I: The Future of Orthodontics Starts Early

Unlocking new possibilities with clear aligners, expanding early treatment opportunities, and showing how an aligner-first approach can drive clinical success and case acceptance.


8:45 AMDr. Isaak Yelizar

Beyond the Basics: Advanced Strategies for Complex Cases

Explore approaches to complex malocclusions, integrating MARPE, TADs, and A6 mandibular advancement to expand treatment possibilities and achieve predictable outcomes.


9:30 AMDr. Jenny Zhu

5 Foundations of Finishing in One Refinement or Less

Hard-earned lessons for smarter finishes. Master when to overcorrect, when to hold back, and how to optimize attachments for predictable results with fewer refinements.


10:15 AMBreak


10:30 AMDr. Willy Dayan

Beyond the Crown

Camouflage Orthodontics and using virtual roots and to navigate skeletal asymmetries


11:15 AMDr. Zach Nelson

Nobody Cares You’re a Doctor

Why having good people skills matters most to your patients


12:00 PMDr. Tara Emerick

Your Pit Crew Is Your Superpower

What Racing Taught Me About Leadership, Family, and Getting Through Life's Toughest Laps


12:30 PMDr. Chris Teeters

The Follow-Through Factor

What Happens Between Appointments Matters: Showing up for your patients starts with showing up for yourself. How the habits, choices, and commitments you make beyond the chair shape the care you deliver.


1:00 PMDino Watt

Closing Keynote


Dr. Anil Idicula Peak Orthodontics

Industry perspective, innovation, and the future direction of orthodontics.


Dr. Willy Dayan Your Ortho Coach

Advanced biomechanics, customized treatment planning, virtual root systems, and complex-case management.


Dr. Isaak Yelizar SimpliBraces & Beyond Smiles Orthodontic

Complex-case treatment, A6 protocols, advanced biomechanics, and predictable aligner outcomes.


Dr. Liliya MacKenzie MacKenzie Orthodontics

Progressive Phase I treatment, growth-focused orthodontics, and practical A6 integration strategies.


Dr. Kevin Baharvand Elate Orthodontics

Artificial intelligence, automation, SEO, digital systems, and practice optimization.


Dr. Jenny Zhu Manhattan Bridge Orthodontics

Treatment planning efficiency, biomechanics, root control, and predictable aligner outcomes.


Dr. Chris Teeters Teeters Orthodontics

Clinical implementation, patient engagement, personal performance systems, and treatment workflow optimization.


Dr. Tyler Holt Holt Orthodontics

Clinical workflows, retention systems, implementation strategies, and repeatable treatment processes.


Dr. Bryan Lockhart Dual Image Orthodontics

Retention adoption, practice growth, treatment confidence, and implementation-focused education.


Dr. Marty Greenberg Bold Bite Orthodontics

Little Patients, Big Data: What Three Years of Phase 1 Aligner Treatment Taught Our Practice


Dr. Tara Emerick


Dr. Zach Nelson


Dino Watt

Orthodontic team optimization, practice productivity, workplace culture, and strategies for adopting new technology.



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  • Registration is in USD.

  • Team passes are available for practice team members attending. Registration is in USD.

  • This pass gives your guests 12 year and older access to the Welcome Reception and Celebration Dinner. Registration is in USD.

  • We welcome your family to join our activities. Kids under 12 are free to attend the Welcome Reception and Celebration Dinner. Kids 12 and older would require a guest pass. Registration is in USD.

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Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be guaranteed after January 1st 2026. Please reach out to [email protected] if you need to cancel.



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