2025-2026
The Dallas Study Club
At Dallas Study Club, we believe excellence is something you aim for every day—in dentistry, leadership, and patient care. Our 2025–2026 program is designed to support your pursuit of excellence. It features five full-day sessions, three evening programs, and plenty of social events for connection and fun. The curriculum blends clinical excellence with professional development, offering sessions tailored for doctors as well as programs that engage the entire team.
You’ll explore the evolving role of aligners in interdisciplinary dentistry, refine your approach to direct and indirect restorative treatments, and gain valuable insight from 50 years of failures and lessons with the legendary Bill Robbins. We’re also welcoming former SAS operator and leadership expert Colin MacLachlan for a powerful team session on leadership and resilience. Add in hygiene-focused topics and a full-day course to fulfill your Texas State Board CE requirements—and you’ve got one impactful year ahead!
Check it out for yourself and view the program below.
SEPTEMBER 4, 2025
6:00 to 8:30 pm Dentists & Hygienists
hygiene for all-on-x
Maggiano’s North Park Mall at 205 Northpark Center, Dallas
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Learn cleaning & maintenance protocols for full arch screw-retained restorations & the importance of collaboration between dentists & dental hygienists for long-term success.
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Understand effective cleaning and maintenance protocols for full arch screw-retained restorations.
Identify strategies to enhance communication and collaboration between dental teams to support long-term patient outcomes.
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Lynn started her clinical career as a graduate of Broome County Community College Department of Dental Hygiene. She is a graduate of Thomas Jefferson University’s Department of Dental Hygiene and received her Master of Science in Dental Hygiene from University of Maryland School of Dentistry. Lynn has held Dental Hygiene faculty appointments at Thomas Jefferson University and Community College of Philadelphia.
She has served as a Corporate Council member for Dimensions in Dental Hygiene representing Nobel Biocare and Orascoptic. As a past president of the Philadelphia Dental Hygiene Society and a ten-year attendee of Career Fusion, Lynn has spent her career helping dental professionals explore options for having their best careers.
SEPTEMBER 12, 2025
6:00-9:00 pm Dentists & Spouses
kick off dinner celebration
Cafe Momentum at 1510 Pacific Ave, Dallas
September 19, 2025
8:00 am to 3:30 pm Dentists
A 50 Year Retrospective: My Failures & Lessons Learned
55 Seventy Members Club 6130 Berkshire Lane, Dallas
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It has been said that “success is a poor teacher.” In this presentation Dr. Robbins will show failures of his cases and lessons that he has learned in the past 50 years., including the decision to save or not save, difficulties in treating adult airway patients, the risks of restoring at an increased VDO, managing difficult dental patients, and the complexities of myofunctional therapy and childhood orofacial dysfunction. By openly discussing these failures, he will provide practical solutions and strategies that can help fellow practitioners navigate these complex situations more effectively.
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Gain practical strategies for overcoming clinical and behavioral failures that Dr Robbins has experienced during his 50 years of clinical practice.
Use the lessons that Dr Robbins learned to better navigate similar situations with more confidence and clarity.
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J. William Robbins, D.D.S., M.A., maintains a full-time private practice and is Clinical Professor in the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry at the
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Dental School. He graduated from the University of Tennessee Dental School in 1973. He completed a rotating internship at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Leavenworth, Kansas and a 2-year General Practice Residency at the V.A. Hospital in San Diego, California. Dr. Robbins has published over 80 articles, abstracts, and chapters on a wide range of dental subjects and has lectured in the United States, Canada, Mexico, South America, Europe, Middle East, China, and Africa. He coauthored a textbook, Fundamentals of Operative Dentistry -A Contemporary Approach, which is published by Quintessence, and is in its 4th edition. He recently co-authored a new textbook, Global Diagnosis -A New Vision of Dental Diagnosis and Treatment Planning, which is also published by Quintessence. He has won several awards including the Presidential Teaching Award at the University of Texas Health Science Center, the 2002 Texas Dentist of the Year Award, the 2003 Honorary Thaddeus V. Weclew Fellowship Award from the Academy of General Dentistry, the 2010 Saul Schluger Award given by the Seattle Study Club, the Southwest Academy of Restorative Dentistry 2015 President's Award, and the 2016 Academy of Operative Dentistry Award of Excellence. He is a diplomate of the American Board of General Dentistry. He is past president of the American Board of General Dentistry, the Academy of Operative Dentistry, the Southwest Academy of Restorative Dentistry, and the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry.
Annual Smile Bangladesh Project
September 20, 2025
12:00-3:00pm at Sevy's Grill
8201 Preston Rd, Dallas
In Bangladesh, an estimated 5,000 to 6,000 children are born each year with a cleft lip or palate. Today, around 300,000 children are living with unrepaired cleft conditions—many due to limited access to specialized care. Without treatment, these children face serious challenges with eating, speaking, and social acceptance. Organizations like Smile Bangladesh are working to change that by providing free, life-changing surgeries. In just one hour, a cleft surgery can transform a child’s future.
October 10, 2025
8:00 am to 3:30 pm Dentists & teams
The Edge of Leadership: Risk, Resilience & Real-World Strategy
Royal Oaks Country Club at 7915 Greenville Ave, Dallas
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This dynamic full-day experience blends powerful storytelling with practical strategies to strengthen leadership, resilience, planning, and decision-making under pressure. Led by former SAS operator and Who Dares Wins star Colin MacLachlan, the morning begins with an inspiring keynote that draws from high-stakes military missions to explore how elite teams lead through uncertainty and change. After a break and lunch, the afternoon session dives deeper into Leadership – Risk – Communications, combining lecture and interactive workshop elements to help participants build confidence in navigating complex challenges, communicating with clarity, and leading with impact.
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Apply principles of resilience and strategic planning to lead effectively through uncertainty and high-pressure situations.
Demonstrate improved communication and decision-making skills for managing risk and leading teams with clarity and confidence.
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Colin MacLachlan is a former SAS operator, renowned leadership expert, and star of the hit television series SAS: Who Dares Wins and Secrets of the SAS. With over 25 years of experience in military and security operations—including high-risk missions in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Sierra Leone—Colin brings real-world insight into resilience, decision-making, and leading under pressure. He was the youngest soldier in two decades to join Britain’s elite Special Air Service (SAS) and has since parlayed his frontline experience into an engaging speaking career, captivating global audiences with lessons forged in the most extreme environments. Colin’s unique perspective, authenticity, and humor make him a sought-after speaker for those looking to lead with courage, clarity, and purpose.
NovemBER 6, 2025
5:30 to 8:30 pm Dentists
eVENING TREATMENT PLANNING
Woodhill Surgery Center at 8315 Walnut Hill Ln Suite 110, Dallas
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his evening’s program will follow the traditional treatment planning session format and will provide an opportunity to test your diagnostic acumen and treatment planning skills. The case presentation has been carefully curated by one of our own DSC members, offering a unique opportunity to gain unparalleled insight into the decision-making process of your peers. Come prepared to contribute your expertise as we collectively work to raise the standard of care within our profession.
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Elevate their diagnostic and treatment planning expertise.
Apply principles and concepts discussed into their everyday practice.
Explore the risks associated with various treatment options.
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Dr. Mitch McKnight was born and raised in Dallas and attended the University of Texas at Austin where he majored in Biology. After college, he completed his dental degree at Baylor College of Dentistry and received multiple awards in the areas of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, TMJ treatment, dental implantology, and research.
Dr. McKnight moved to New York City to complete his Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery training, later earning his medical degree at New York Medical College.
Dr. McKnight has exceptional experience in treating trauma, corrective jaw surgery, wisdom tooth removal, and total TMJ reconstruction. He has used his skills on many medical trips to Guatemala, his grandparents' native country. He currently serves on a surgical committee for a hospital based in San Lucas Toliman, Guatemala.
Outside of surgery, Dr. McKnight enjoys sports, being active outdoors, and traveling with his wife and children.
December 5, 2025
8:00 am to 3:30 pm Dentists
Pursuit of Excellence: Optimizing Direct and Indirect Restorative Outcome
55 Seventy Members Club 6130 Berkshire Lane, Dallas
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The first two phases of any restorative care are treatment planning and clinical execution. The third phase, material selection and clinical application, is often underestimated, resulting in failure to serve our patients. The abundance of restorative dentistry materials, such as dental ceramics, adhesives, composite resins, cements, and provisional material, coupled with the constant release of new materials by manufacturers, can be daunting. When clinicians comprehend the fundamental features and characteristics of each material as well as their precise application, the maximum potential of each material can be achieved, resulting in extraordinary patient care. This course will focus on clinical recommendations and material selection criteria to complement the pursuit of restorative dental excellence.
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Understand the advancement of adhesive systems, tooth-colored direct restorative materials, and which adhesion technique maximizes bonding to the tooth structure. In addition, understanding the relevance of light-curing and the polymerization process, as well as the role it plays in extending restorative therapy.
Establish criteria for the selection and use of modern ceramics, including bonding, with a focus on monolithic zirconia, its numerous generations, and how an understanding of ceramic material qualities can lead to successful and long-lasting indirect restorative treatment.
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Dr. Taiseer Sulaiman is a Tenured Associate Professor and the Director of the Advanced Operative Dentistry and Biomaterials Research at the Adams School of Dentistry, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where he earned his clinical certificate in Operative Dentistry and his PhD in Dental Materials from the Department of Prosthetic Dentistry and Biomaterial Sciences from the University of Turku in Finland in collaboration with the Department of Operative Dentistry at UNC. Dr. Sulaiman is a wet-handed clinician, and a researcher who is passionate about bridging the gap between dental research and clinical application. Dr. Sulaiman’s research focus is on dental ceramics, adhesion, cements, color and appearance in dentistry, and biomimetics. He has published over 80 peer-reviewed articles, abstracts, and book chapters. He is a member of many academies including the Academy of Operative Dentistry (where he serves as councilor to the academy), the Society of Color and Appearance in Dentistry, IADR/AADR, and the American Dental Association. He has presented on numerous national and international stages and serves as a reviewer for many peer-reviewed journals.
jANUARY 9, 2026
8:00 am to 3:30 pm Dentists & teams
Targeting Texas Compliance: Risk, Safety, and CE Renewal Essentials
Royal Oaks Country Club at 7915 Greenville Ave, Dallas
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Keeping your practice compliant and your team safe requires ongoing training in key regulatory areas. Our dynamic, hands-on sessions cover Bloodborne Pathogens (OSHA-required annual training for clinical staff), HIPAA Privacy and Security, and Hazard Communication standards. Led by experienced compliance specialists, this training helps staff understand risks like needlesticks, chemical exposures, and data breaches—and how to prevent them. Participants will review workplace-specific hazards, regulatory updates, and real-world examples, ensuring your practice stays protected, compliant, and prepared.
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Understand the key components of the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules, and Hazard Communication Standard, and how they apply to your practice.
Identify common workplace risks—including needlesticks, chemical exposures, and data security breaches—and learn practical strategies to minimize these risks.
Stay current with legal requirements, understand documentation needs (such as Safety Data Sheets), and apply real-world lessons to build a safer, more compliant work environment.
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Brian Strother has been in the Environmental, Health and Safety field for over 30 years. In his early years, hazardous waste operations filled his days while working for the Defense Department in San Diego.
He was the Hazardous Waste Manager for Naval Station San Diego. It was during this time working for the US Navy that he became experienced in understanding regulations, performing onsite inspections and providing effective communication to peers, staff and customers.
For the last 20 years Brian has worked in the field of OSHA safety compliance. His vast knowledge and experience makes him one of the premier compliance consultants in the field.
February 20, 2026
8:00 am to 3:30 pm Dentists
The Role of Aligners in Pre-Restorative Orthodontics
55 Seventy Members Club at 6130 Berkshire Lane, Dallas
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Aligners have revolutionized pre-restorative orthodontics by allowing precise tooth movement, creating optimal space, and improving occlusion with minimal invasiveness. This session will explore aligner capabilities, biomechanics, and strategic approaches to optimize restorative-driven cases. We will also discuss how aligner therapy enhances collaboration among the interdisciplinary team, ultimately improving patient outcomes and treatment efficiency. When treating within a general dental office setting, attention will be given to case selection to ensure appropriate patient selection, when to treat, and when to refer.
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By the end of this session, attendees will:
Understand the capabilities of aligner therapy in preparing cases for veneers, implants, full-mouth rehabilitation, and periodontal health.
Learn how to optimize interdisciplinary workflows between orthodontists, prosthodontists, periodontists, and restorative dentists.
Evaluate case selection and treatment planning principles for pre-restorative orthodontics, including space creation, intrusion/extrusion, and occlusal optimization.
Identify best practices for communication and referrals to streamline treatment sequencing and ensure predictable restorative outcomes.
Explore digital tools for treatment planning to improve efficiency and collaboration within the interdisciplinary team.
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Originally from the Midwest, Dr. Ferris earned dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Finance and Real Estate from the University of Missouri. He went on to complete his Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Dentistry, graduating in the top five of his class.
Pursuing his passion for orthodontics, Dr. Ferris earned his Master of Science in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics from Loma Linda University, where he served as Chief Resident and held multiple leadership and research roles, graduating with top honors.
A true family man and adventure seeker, Dr. Ferris loves spending his free time outdoors with his wife, Alexandria, and their three sons — Ford, Brooks, and Banks. Whether running along the beach, skiing, snowboarding, or squeezing in a round of golf (he was a collegiate golfer!), he enjoys making the most of Santa Barbara’s beautiful surroundings.
Committed to lifelong learning and professional growth, Dr. Ferris also serves as Director of the Santa Barbara Dental Study Group, helping to provide continuing education to the local dental community.
March 26, 2026
5:30 to 8:30 pm Dentists
evening treatment planning
Woodhill Surgery Center at 8315 Walnut Hill Ln Suite 110, Dallas
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his evening’s program will follow the traditional treatment planning session format and will provide an opportunity to test your diagnostic acumen and treatment planning skills. The case presentation has been carefully curated by one of our own DSC members, offering a unique opportunity to gain unparalleled insight into the decision-making process of your peers. Come prepared to contribute your expertise as we collectively work to raise the standard of care within our profession.
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Elevate their diagnostic and treatment planning expertise.
Apply principles and concepts discussed into their everyday practice.
Explore the risks associated with various treatment options.
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Dr. John Wallace is a native Texan, having spent most of his childhood growing up in Austin and Houston. He began his college education at 16 years old at the University of North Texas, enrolling in a statewide math and science magnet school called the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science (TAMS).
Upon completion of his high school requirements, Dr. Wallace transferred to the University of Texas at Austin, majoring in Biology. He received his dental degree from the University of Texas at San Antonio, graduating Summa Cum Laude with honors in research. After earning his medical degree from the University of Southwestern Medical Center, Dr. Wallace completed both his general surgery and oral & maxillofacial surgery training at Parkland Memorial Hospital. He concluded his training with a fellowship in craniomaxillofacial and orthognathic surgery at the world-renowned Posnick Center and Georgetown University Hospital.
In 2006, he founded Dallas Oral Surgery Associates.
Dr. Wallace is the founder and director of both the Dallas Study Club and the Dallas Implant Guild. His clinical interests include dental implants, soft tissue and bone grafting procedures, and orthognathic/reconstructive jaw surgery.
Every year, Dr. Wallace travels the globe performing cleft lip and palate mission trips in several countries, including India, China, Guatemala, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. On a local scale, he partners with Watermark Urgent Care, providing his facility and free oral surgery procedures to Dallas residents in need of treatment.
Dr. Wallace lives in Dallas with his wife, Becca, and their five children.
Napa Valley Wine Country
April 22–26, 2026
Approx. $4,000 per couple + air
Join us for a curated getaway where learning meets luxury. Each day begins with 3 to 3.5 hours of engaging lectures from renowned educators Dr. Bob Margeas, Dr. Josh Austin, and Dr. David Lee Hill—followed by afternoons and evenings of wine tasting, gourmet dining, and unforgettable moments in the heart of Napa Valley.
No stuffy ballrooms. No pressure. Just great content, great company, and a truly memorable escape.
Reserve your seats now, this is limited to an intimate group.
May 1, 2026
5:30 to 9:00 pm Dentists & spouses
Mark your calendar for our annual End-of the Year Party!
Get ready for a night of good food, great company, and plenty of fun.
While we like to keep some of the details a surprise, we can tell you this: the location reveal is coming soon... and trust us, you won’t want to miss it!
We hope you can join us as we celebrate an amazing year together!
