Dr. Trent Wilsey Smallwood, DDS, FAACD, FACE, is a distinguished dentist specializing in advanced aesthetic dentistry, with a focus on Comprehensive Aesthetic Rehabilitation and Orthodontics.
As an internationally renowned speaker and educator, he has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Speakers in Dentistry Today for ten consecutive years.
Dr. Smallwood founded the Contemporary Dental Academy, offering innovative training in various dental disciplines, and Desert Sleep, concentrating on addressing sleep apnea through comprehensive treatment plans.
A graduate of Indiana University School of Dentistry with honors in Prosthodontics, Dr. Smallwood has extensive experience, having treated over 3,000 patients with a wide range of dental services including Invisalign, veneers, full mouth restorations, and surgical implant procedures.
Additionally, he has held leadership roles in dental education, serving as Senior Clinical Faculty at Align Technology and contributing to multiple Clinical Mastery Groups.
In his prolific career, Dr. Smallwood has completed over 74,000 veneers and more than 2,000 Invisalign cases, bringing transformative smile enhancements to his patients.
His publications and lectures have influenced dentists globally, showcasing his expertise in smile design and treatment planning.
Dr. Smallwood's contributions to the field have earned him numerous accolades, including being named the official dentist for the Arizona Rattlers and Miss Arizona USA Pageants.
Power Aesthetic Series for
Luxury Dental Retreats
The Mastery Series:
This series involves Four Key Programs designed to motivate all attending to be educated in contemporary concepts in Dentistry, primarily with a clinical basis and illustrates the best that they can be in both efficiency and effectiveness.
Dr. Trent Smallwood ~ In 1997, Dr. Trent W. Smallwood founded The Centre for Contemporary Dental Concepts in Tempe, Arizona. A graduate of Indiana University with Specialized training in Dental Cosmetics from P.A.C-Live and completed his Fellowship with F.A.C.E (Fellowship Academy of Comprehensive Esthetics), Dr. Smallwood teaches on numerous topics, educating other dentists on contemporary concepts in dentistry today.
Dr. Smallwood is an International Speaker and Author of the Best-Selling book, The Platinum Paradigm, which is a book designed to aid dentists; patients and ceramists in understanding the art of smile design. Along with consulting and teaching with major dental manufacturers, laboratories and his peers, Dr. Smallwood has been named the Official Cosmetic Dentist to the Prestigious Miss Arizona USA and Arizona United States Pageants. He has been honored and awarded for excellence in Prosthodontics. Dr. Smallwood is a past Esthetic Instructor for The Hornbrook Group as well as a Premier Provider and Instructor for Invisalign and Founder of World Institute of Dental Esthetics. On the Editorial Review Board for the Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr. Smallwood also publishes 2-3 articles per year. Local and National news teams have featured Dr. Smallwood and his innovative approach to educate patients on the modern technologies and philosophies in Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Smallwood always finds time to be active in the community, fly his helicopter and is a proud father of twin daughters.
Program I ~ The Power Aesthetic Series Conservative Smile Enhancement
was designed to educate those attending in the area of contemporary, conservative and innovative Smile Design techniques. This is comprehensive Program to aid the dentist and office team to maximize their potential and identify patients within the practice that can benefit from this type of dentistry.
Thorough Diagnostics will be discussed to strengthen the position of all facets of Smile Design. Predictable results are the result of Xtreme Protocol and firm understanding of Case Presentation, Diagnostics, Preparation, Provisionalization and Placement of the restorations. These items will be explored thoroughly, and the attending Doctor will have a tremendous understanding of all the aspects of the procedure from lecture, video and clinical techniques of the Smile Design experience. The Program will directly illustrate the efficiency one can attain in Cosmetic Dentistry and set systems that will enable the tools of the attending doctor to take home with them and implement that following Week.
Learning Objectives will include:
1) Pearls to make Diagnostics/Case Selection cases progress more smoothly.
2) Techniques to craft a Solid Records Appointment.
3) Thorough Discussion with the patient to enroll them into treatment.
4) Strong Patient selection tools for treatment success.
5) Case Presentation Techniques to increase treatment.
6) Preparation / Placement for Success and Efficiency and stress free life.
7) Innovative Marketing to ‘Maximize’ your practice.
8) Using Invisalign/Veneer Combination to maximize ‘Prep-less’ Veneers
9) Getting the entire team onboard to Practice success.
The Smile Design Program is the educational continuum where Smile Design can be shown to be Efficient, Predictable, Profitable, Exciting and hopefully exceeding Patient Expectations.
Program II ~ Invisalign and Veneers: The New Restorative Powerhouse:
This Innovative and fast-paced Course will leave each Doctor with an insightful look into today’s various contemporary Smile Design Techniques, exploring the intricacies of designing a beautiful smile, as well as pearls for performing simple to complex cases ranging from Prepless Veneers to Combination Case Design (combining Invisalign technology with conservative Veneer Preparation) to Conventional Veneer Smile Design. Throughout the course, detailed concepts will be illustrated to aid the Doctor in planning all phases of designing a patient’s smile, including Diagnosis, Treatment Planning, Preparation Design, Provisional Fabrication and Seat Appointment. The tools & Illustrative resources will be developed and provided to aid Doctors in creating unparalleled smiles for their patients. The Style illustrated Dr. Smallwood will show you exciting aspects of successful Smile Design not witnessed in other educational Programs. Dr. Smallwood’s innovative, simplistic, and systematic approach will aid tremendously, the beginning dentist to the most advanced aesthetic artist. Dr. Smallwood will convey to you how to make your practice enjoyable, profitable, and rejuvenated. The Case Presentation Portion will aid the Doctor and Team in utilizing better techniques in closing larger cases more efficiently and effectively. You will have more patients say ‘YES’ to treatment.
Program III ~ Restoring Passion in Dentistry:
This is a powerful program illustrating the passion we can have in this exciting industry as long as we choose to. Innovative ‘gems’ for restorative and cosmetic dentistry will be discussed that will enhance what we are able to provide our patients. Simplifying Smile Design will be explored and necessity of sounds Case Presentation systems implemented to get one’s practice to the next level. Progressive marketing strategies will be thoroughly examined and shown that any practice can survive in today’s economic environment.
Program IV ~ Case Presentation:
The Program will offer a straightforward and pragmatic approach to utilizing your Hygiene to its maximum within any practice. In this economy it is imperative that the contemporary dental office make use of their Team to offer their patients the most current concepts available in dentistry today.
the Case Presentation Program is a vital component to the success of a dental Practice.
The Doctor and their Team can possess all the Clinical skills it takes to become excellent, but if the Patients are not scheduling, the Clinical skills are not honed and the Education and skill lost. The element of Case Presentation is as important as the clinical skills developed. The Team and Doctor involvement in Case Presentation is essential to the success of an Aesthetic based Practice. Skills learned will include 'hands on' discussion, eliminating the ‘over-talking’ of doctors, developing enthusiasm, role-playing, Team involvement, Pitfalls, Establishment of goals, distinct and methodical protocol, Patient Psychology, understanding and managing the patient's needs and exceeding their expectations.
Learning objectives will include:
1) Dynamic concentration on Case Presentation to make the office more effective and increase acceptance from patients
2) From New Patients, to consults, to existing patients all require a system of success.
3) Utilizing your team for success and delegating the responsibility and accountability of each individual’s roll in the dental office.
This will be an informative and thoroughly Xtreme Exploration into the art of Case Presentation.
Enjoy a completely different consideration of what every practice has to master to truly be successful.
Our retreats take place in luxurious private villas or other high-end venues located in beautiful destinations around the world. Each location is carefully selected to inspire relaxation and focus on learning.
Pricing details will be discussed after a consultation call to ensure the retreat aligns with your goals and expectations. Pricing is all-inclusive, covering accommodations, meals, and activities.
You’ll earn valuable CE credits while learning from industry leaders, improving leadership skills, optimizing your practice, and networking with like-minded professionals. You’ll also leave with actionable strategies to enhance your life and career.
Yes, the retreat is fully all-inclusive. Your fee covers accommodations, meals, all educational sessions, and activities during your stay. Leave your wallet at home, and just arrive ready to relax, learn, and connect.
This retreat is designed for dentists looking to grow their practice, improve work-life balance, enhance leadership skills, and connect with a community of driven, growth-oriented professionals.
We focus on creating an intimate learning environment for attendees, however, some retreats may offer options for spouses or partners to join in meals and certain activities.
