Make Plans to Attend the 2027 Annual Meeting

March 5-6, 2027

UNC Friday Center, Chapel Hill, North Carolina

 

 

 

 

Schedule of Events

 March 5-6, 2027

 

 

March 5, 2027 UNC Friday Center

 

730am - Continental breakfast and  Registration

830am –11:30 Substance Abuse Disorder, Mental Health and Burnout and The Opioid Epidemic, Bill Claytor, Jr.

Dr. J. William “Bill” Claytor, Jr., DDS, MAGD-LLSR, FACD is a nationally recognized dental professional with expertise in general dentistry, substance use disorders, mental health, and burnout prevention. Since 2022, he has served as Executive Director of North Carolina Caring Dental Professionals. He is also a Key Opinion Leader for Dentsply Sirona and a visiting faculty member at Spear Education in Scottsdale, Arizona.

 

1130am  ACD NATIONAL Report

 

12pm –1 pm  Lunch

 

130 PM- 3:30 PM CPR Recertification, Ronald Perry

Ronald brings more than 25 years of experience in the Emergency Medical Services field to his CPR and First Aid instruction. Throughout his career, he has trained individuals across a wide range of industries—including dental, medical, and hospitality—as well as local churches and civic organizations. He is a certified instructor through the American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI).

 

3:30-4:30 ACD Carolinas Business meeting

 

430pm - Programming ends
 

6:30PM Presidents Welcome Reception

 

 

March 6, 2027 UNC Friday Center

 

730am - Continental breakfast and  Registration
 

830am –11:30 TMJ Lecture, Sol Bronstein

Solomon (Sol) G. Brotman, DDS, MAGD, is Chief Clinical Officer of Fluent Dental and former CCO for USAble Life. He maintains a part-time practice in Jacksonville and serves as a Clinical Instructor at the University of Maryland’s Brotman Orofacial Pain Center.

A former Chair of the Florida Board of Dentistry, Sol has held faculty roles at UF, LSU, and Nova. He is a published researcher with the National Dental PBRN and Mayo Clinic, focusing on healthcare integration and preventive care. He has consulted for 30+ insurers, served on the Harvard Initiative to Integrate Oral Health and Medicine and as a Santa Fe Group Scholar. Sol holds a DDS from the University of Maryland and a certificate in Comprehensive Dentistry from the Univ of Florida.

11:30 ACD Carolinas Business meeting

 

12pm –1 pm  Lunch

 

1:30 PM- 3:30 PM Leadership Development Course

 

3:30-4:30 Roundtable Discussions

 

430pm - Programming ends
 

6:30 Maggiano’s Dinner Reception

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Annual Meeting consists of two half days of

• Dynamic networking
• Professional development
• Valuable continuing education credits
• President’s Welcome Reception
• Saturday Night Dinner
• Delicious buffet breakfasts 
• Unique learning opportunities
• Golf Outings
• Convention room rates at the Courtyard Chapel Hill, NC

SPEAKERS

Bill Claytor, Jr., DDS, MAGD-LLSR. FACD

"Substance Use Disorder, Mental Health, & Burnout”

and

 “The Opioid Epidemic”

Dr. J. William “Bill” Claytor, Jr., DDS, MAGD-LLSR, FACD is a nationally recognized dental professional with expertise in general dentistry, substance use disorders, mental health, and burnout prevention. Since 2022, he has
served as Executive Director of North Carolina Caring Dental Professionals. He is also a Key Opinion Leader for Dentsply Sirona and a visiting faculty member at Spear Education in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Dr. Claytor was honored with the 2025 American Dental Association Distinguished Service Award, the ADA’s highest recognition, and was inducted that same year as a Fellow of the American College of Dentists. He also holds Fellowship and Mastership distinctions from the Academy
of General Dentistry, as well as its prestigious Lifelong Learning and Service Recognition Award. His national leadership includes serving as Consultant to the ADA Council on Scientific Affairs, participating in the ADA Health & Well-Being Summit, and a contributing panelist for the development of the ADA’s Evidence-based Guidelines on Acute Dental Pain.
 

A sought-after speaker and educator, Dr. Claytor lectures widely on the opioid epidemic, patient cannabis use in dentistry, and the challenges of burnout and perfectionism. He has presented at major universities and professional meetings across the country, including the University of
Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, New York University College of Dentistry, the Michigan and Colorado Dental Associations, the North Carolina Dental Society, CAPTASA Addictions Conference, the New Hampshire Professionals Health Program, and the Annual Meetings
of the Federation of State Physician Health Programs.

His earlier service includes adjunct faculty at the UNC Adams School of Dentistry and consultant to the ADA Dental Well-Being Advisory Committee. He is also the author of numerous peer-reviewed articles, textbook
chapters, and an eBook addressing burnout and perfectionism in dentistry.
Dedicated to advancing mental health and well-being in the profession, Dr. Claytor continues to be a respected voice, consultant, and educator in dentistry.

 

 

Ron Perry

Ronald brings more than 25 years of experience in the Emergency Medical Services field to his CPR and First Aid instruction. Throughout his career, he has trained individuals across a wide range of industries—including dental, medical, and hospitality—as well as local churches and civic organizations. He is a certified instructor through the American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI).

A retired EMT-Paramedic from Nash County EMS, Ronald served full-time for 23 years. His background alsoincludes service with Wake Medical Mobile Cardiac Care Unit and West Edgecombe Rescue Squad. During histenure with Nash County, he began teaching CPR part-time and quickly recognized how essential these lifesavingskills are in strengthening community preparedness.

Following his retirement from EMS, Ronald saw a growing need for accessible, affordable CPR training. He expanded his instruction business to full-time, driven by a commitment to help organizations maintain required
certifications and ensure new employees receive high-quality, practical training. Ronald emphasizes that CPR is not just a workplace requirement—it is a critical skill that empowers everyday people to act confidently and
effectively in emergencies, often making the difference between life and death.

His teaching philosophy centers on keeping class content relevant, engaging, and grounded in real-life scenarios. Ronald believes students learn best when they are actively involved and enjoying the process, and he designs each class to build confidence, retention, and readiness to respond.

Outside the classroom, Ronald enjoys yard work, hunting, and taking cruises with his wife and family.

 

Solomon (Sol) G. Brotman, DDS, MAGD,

Chief Clinical Officer Fluent Dental

Solomon (Sol) G. Brotman, DDS, MAGD, is Chief Clinical Officer of Fluent Dental and former CCO for USAble Life. He maintains a part-time practice in Jacksonville and serves as a Clinical Instructor at the University of Maryland’s Brotman Orofacial Pain Center.

A former Chair of the Florida Board of Dentistry, Sol has held faculty roles at UF, LSU, and Nova. He is a published researcher with the National Dental PBRN and Mayo Clinic, focusing on healthcare integration and preventive care. He has consulted for 30+ insurers, served on the Harvard Initiative to Integrate Oral Health and Medicine and as a Santa Fe Group Scholar. Sol holds a DDS from the University of Maryland and a certificate in Comprehensive Dentistry from the Univ of Florida.

     Hotel Registration

• Courtyard by Marriott Chapel Hill for 159.00 USD per night -
• Last Day to Book : Wednesday, February 03, 2027

The American College of Dentists-Carolinas Section

 

Mission Statement

The mission of the American College of Dentists is to advance excellence, ethics, professionalism, and leadership in dentistry.

“The College must be a symbol of the ideals that have made our profession great; the College should be a catalyst…a stabilizer…a resource…to which the profession can turn for guidance in ethics, of philosophy, and of principle… The American College of Dentists has many functions, but its basic mission-its reason for being is leadership.” Philip Blackerby

Seal of the American College of Dentists

 

 

According to the history of Herodotus, among the Egyptians of the Fifth Century, B.C., “some physicians are for the eyes, others for the head, others for the teeth….” This statement indicates that a group of priest-physicians specialized in dental matters. Because of this heritage, early Fellows of the College incorporated a number of Egyptian elements in the design of the seal:

A scroll inscribed with a portion of Ebers Papyrus containing a dental prescription;
An outer border taken from the ornament of an ancient tomb, Hepi in Sawijet el Meitn;
Two Egyptian figures holding the scroll;
A sacred scarab (winged) supporting the moon, a common Egyptian symbol;
Two lotus flowers, typically Egyptian;
Two crocodiles (the fat of which was used for the relief of odontalgia) supporting the sun, another common Egyptian symbol;
Red, blue, and gold coloring, also typically Egyptian.
The seal is a Registered Trademark ® of the American College of Dentists.

 

Policy on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

As health professionals who live our ethical principles, particularly beneficence (to do good) and non-maleficence (to do no harm), we are compelled to embrace and uplift the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging within our work and profession.

ACD DEIB OFFICIAL STATEMENT

The American College of Dentists (ACD) acknowledges the strengths and weaknesses of our history and seeks to actively promote social justice, challenge discrimination, and address disparities and inequities. The ACD is committed to intentional actions aimed at being a fully inclusive, diverse, and equitable organization that respects and values our Fellows, our staff, and the communities we serve. The ACD provides a safe environment where all members of our community can question, learn, and interact with the utmost respect. The ACD is strengthened by the diversity of its Fellows and the communities we serve. The ACD embraces diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging to ensure a relevant and sustainable organization and to deliver purposeful value to Fellows, prospective Fellows, patients, and other stakeholders.

 

Information copied from the American College of Dentistry website.

A Message from our Section Director

Bob Dylan reminded us that “The Times They Are A-Changin’,” and that message feels especially meaningful as we look to the future of the ACD Carolinas Section. Just as the song cautions us not to “stand in the doorway” or “block the hall” when change is needed, we must be willing to adapt our annual meeting to today’s realities. Our annual meeting has long been a valued time for fellowship, reflection, and shared purpose. At the same time, our members are balancing busy practices, family commitments, and professional responsibilities, and since COVID, the cost of hotels and meeting venues has risen dramatically. Continuing to meet these rising expenses by drawing from our cash reserves is no longer the best path forward. By moving to a more focused two-day meeting, we can preserve what matters most—meaningful connection, thoughtful discussion, and the spirit of collegiality—while being better stewards of both our members’ time and our Section’s resources.

This change also gives us a wonderful opportunity to make our annual session even more meaningful. Building on the legacy of the founders of the ACD, we would like to incorporate the ACD’s strategic plan into the Carolinas Section annual session in a way that speaks directly to our mission and our future. The ACD Board has emphasized that one of the College’s important goals is to teach leadership to the future leaders of organized dentistry. The ACD Carolinas Section has also been a long-standing proponent of diversity, recognizing that a stronger and more inclusive profession benefits from the voices, experiences, and perspectives of all Fellows. By including a dedicated leadership session, we can honor those who built this organization, strengthen the bonds among our members, and help prepare the next generation to lead with integrity, compassion, and vision. In doing so, the Carolinas Section can continue to be a place where fellowship and leadership come together in service to our profession and to one another.

The ACD has a renewed opportunity to become a true “third place” for dentists—a place beyond home and work where fellowship, warmth, belonging, and shared purpose thrive. As organized dentistry seeks to define its role and encourage greater participation, the legacy of the ACD can guide and inspire our Fellows. Our Section can be a welcoming community where colleagues gather not only for business, but also to support one another, renew friendships, mentor future leaders, and strengthen the spirit of service at the heart of the College.

If you have not attended an annual session recently, we warmly invite you to join us. Whether you are an active member, longtime Fellow, or life member, your presence, experience, and perspective remain essential to who we are as a Section. For life members, voluntary Section dues provide meaningful local support for our work to develop the next generation of leaders in organized dentistry. This renewed format is designed to make participation more accessible, meaningful, and rewarding for all members, and we hope it encourages many to reconnect with colleagues, share in our fellowship, and help shape the future of the ACD Carolinas Section.

 

2025-2026 Section Officers