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EXPLORING INNOVATIONS FOR PRACTICE SUCCESS

The Glidewell Study Club is a monthly CE event held at the Glidewell Clinical Education Center in Irvine, California. Each month a 60-90-minute presentation will be given on the most relevant topics in dentistry, including clinical case studies, practice growth, emerging technologies, products, and more.

Why Should You Join?

  • Earn continuing education units all year long
  • Explore the latest restorative materials and techniques
  • Discover new ways to grow your practice
  • Enjoy the company of like-minded professionals in your community
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CALENDAR

Below are confirmed meetings. This section will continue to grow as we add additional compelling presentations.
Dr. Jinny Bender
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January 23, 2026

The Perfect Crown
with Dr. Jinny Bender
This presentation, titled “Finishing, Polishing and Cementing Zirconia and Lithium Silicate Crowns” will include a lecture and hands-on component.
Dr. Sarah Belderes
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February 20, 2026

Beyond the Drill: Incorporating Neuromodulators
with Dr. Sarah Belderes
“Beyond the Drill: Incorporating Neuromodulators into Your Practice” will present an overview on how to expand your practice through esthetic smile design and the application of injectable neuromodulators. All materials will be supplied for a hands-on exercise using saline injections on silicone models.
Dr. Danielle Brown
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March 20, 2026

Esthetic Veneer Preparations: From Full Prep to No Prep
with Dr. Danielle Brown
Learn tips, tricks and techniques for no-prep, minimal-prep and traditional-prep veneers with step-by-step protocols in the esthetic zone in this compelling and practical presentation. A hands-on portion will include prepping on a model.
Dr. Taylor Manalili
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April 24, 2026

Implant Dentistry in the Digital Era
with Dr. Taylor Manalili
Explore how digital technologies are transforming implant dentistry, from virtual planning to final restoration. Attendees will learn how to leverage digital data to improve clinical decision-making and treatment outcomes, while also gaining practical strategies for troubleshooting common challenges in digital workflows. The session emphasizes a restorative-driven, patient-focused approach that integrates planning, surgery, and restoration into a seamless digital process.
BEN MIRAGLIA, DDS​
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May 29, 2026

Clear Aligner Therapy Simplified
with Dr. Ben Miraglia
Learn the steps required to introduce aligner therapy into your practice, from patient acceptance to treatment planning and maintenance. Review diagnostic techniques and clinical protocols essential for effectively implementing aligner therapy.

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Designed exclusively for dentists.

Limited to 50 dentists
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HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

$495* per doctor annually

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • Monthly in-person meetings held on Fridays
  • Complimentary lunches provided at each session
  • Earn up to 12 hours of CE annually (up to 1.5 CEUs per session)
  • $100 in Glidewell gifts or services at each meeting plus special event invitations
  • 20% off for your entire party at the Dupont Centre Café
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WHEN AND WHERE DOES THE PROGRAM TAKE PLACE?

WHEN
Friday afternoons; Noon–2 p.m. Pacific

WHERE
Glidewell Clinical Education
2201 Dupont Drive Irvine, CA 92612
*The registration fee is an annual subscription that is not pro-rated or dependent on the number of events that actually take place.

CONTACT US

If you have a question, comment or concern, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us or fill out the form below, and we will respond as soon as possible. Thank you.

949-862-7815
glidewellstudyclub@glidewell.com

Glidewell Education Center
Nationally Approved PACE Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit
Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority, or AGD endorsement.
3/1/2024 to 2/29/2028.
Provider ID# 216789

Dr. Jinny Bender

Jinny Bender, DMD

Dr. Jinny Bender is a clinical dentist at Glidewell. After earning her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, she practiced general dentistry for 27 years before joining Glidewell. She advises dentists on utilizing digital workflows, including the glidewell.io™ system. Dr. Bender is also a member of the ADA, CDA and Orange County Dental Society. She graduated Guiding Leaders in 2022.

Dr. Sarah Belderes

Sarah Belderes, DDS

Dr. Sarah Belderes graduated from USC dental school in 2001, winning the pediatric dentistry award. She practices in her hometown of San Diego as a restorative dentist, utilizing digital technology and a team of specialists to provide a wide variety of treatments. She has spent countless hours training in the areas of implant surgery, clear aligner therapy, neurotoxins and fillers. She prides herself on successfully building a cohesive team that is both business-minded and patient-focused. Using intraoral scanners, mills and 3D printers, Dr. Belderes is on the cutting-edge of digital dentistry. She graduated Guiding Leaders in 2023.

Dr. Danielle Brown

DANIELLE BROWN, DDS

Dr. Danielle Brown joined Glidewell in 2024 after seven years in private practice, throughout which she focused on esthetic dentistry. She graduated from the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry at USC in 2016. Dr. Brown served five years on the board of the Western Los Angeles Dental Society and earned the “Top 40 Under 40” award from the National Dental Association in 2023. She has also worked in low-income communities and is currently on the New Dentist Committee, where she champions the integration of technology to streamline daily workflows and assist career advancements. Dr. Brown graduated Guiding Leaders in 2023.

Dr. Taylor Manalili

Taylor Manalili, DDS

Dr. Taylor Manalili is director of clinical prosthodontics at Glidewell. In the onsite dental clinic at Glidewell, Dr. Manalili helps enhance laboratory protocols, conduct clinical research, and perform advanced restorative work — including implant placement, chairside restorations and full-mouth rehabilitations. She received a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Stony Brook University, where she also obtained an advanced certificate in prosthodontics and digital technologies. Dr. Manalili joined the Resnik International Implant Institute as a prosthodontic faculty member and has over ten years of teaching experience in a variety of educational settings. She graduated Guiding Leaders in 2019.

BEN MIRAGLIA, DDS​

BEN MIRAGLIA, DDS​

Dr. Miraglia has been practicing dentistry in Mt. Kisco, NY for 30 years, including 20 years of early jaw growth and development for kids. He is widely recognized for his lectures and continuing education courses focusing on clear aligner therapy and craniofacial growth and development related to sleep-disordered breathing.