Expanding Patient Care Through Digital Dentistry: Clinical Perspectives and Best Practices

Dr. Marco Brindis is a former Professor and Chair of the Department of Prosthodontics at LSU School of Dentistry.  He is the owner and founder of The Smile Effect where he currently maintains a Prosthodontics restorative practice devoted to full mouth rehabilitation, airway disorders, esthetics and implants with an interdisciplinary approach. He earned a D.D.S from the Universidad Intercontinental in Mexico City in 1998. He did a Preceptorship in Dental Implants at the Universidad Intercontinental in 1999 and a Preceptorship in Dental Implants at the Dental School at the UT Health Science Center in San Antonio in 2002.  He completed a surgical Implant Fellowship at the Biotechnology Institute in Vitoria Spain in 2003. He got his Certificate in Prosthodontics at LSU School of Dentistry in the Department of Prosthodontics in 2007. He then completed the Esthetic and Occlusion courses at the Pankey Institute in 2007.  He has lectured nationally and internationally. He is a member of several organizations including the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry, Academy of Osseointegration, American Dental Association, American College of Prosthodontist and the Pierre Fauchard Academy and Fellow of The American College of Dentistry.

Dr. John K. Zalesky, DMD, MBS, FICOI, FAGD, received his Master’s of Biomedical Science from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey School of Biomedical Sciences. He was awarded his DMD degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine and completed a General Practice Residency at Denver Health Medical Center. Dr. Zalesky went on to complete a second year, advanced training program, as Chief Resident at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine General Practice Residency, concentrating on Implants and Complex Prosthodontic cases. Additionally, he collaborated with Head and Neck Oncology at UC Health to create a continuing education course entitled, “Head and Neck Radiation: The Collaborative Relationship for Patient Treatment between General Dentists and Radiation Oncologists.” He is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and is a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. Dr. Zalesky has been published in several respected dental journals.

Dentistry has been Dr. Zalesky’s ultimate career goal since a young age. His decision was reached as a result of the positive experiences he had with several dental professionals who corrected major issues with his teeth and who all became and remain important role models in his life. Dr. Zalesky enjoys the variety and challenges that each patient brings to the practice – each with their unique needs and circumstances and he is able to provide exceptional, high quality care. He performs a variety of procedures including advanced surgery, implants, Pinhole Surgical Technique, all-on-four, full mouth rehabilitation and orthodontics. Dr. Zalesky pays the highest attention to detail and incorporates the latest technology and research into his practice. He believes in building lasting relationships with every patient.

Currently, he divides his time between his private practice and teaching part-time as a faculty at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine. He is the Immediate Past President of the Colorado Constituent of the Academy of General Dentistry. He now resides as the Executive Director and Treasurer for Region 14 of the Academy of General Dentistry which oversees Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming.  He is a Key Opinion Leader for DEKA Dental Lasers, Carestream Dental and is a speaker for Catapult Education’s Speakers Bureau. Dr. Zalesky has consistently been listed as one of Colorado’s Top Dentists by 5280 magazine and was named 2023 Top 40 under 40 by Incisal Edge magazine.

With a diverse background spanning Product Management, R&D, Marketing, and Education, Jordan brings a unique perspective on how innovative solutions can elevate your practice’s efficiency, diagnostic precision, and patient care. An expert in 3D imaging, Jordan has been a leader for ORBIT Imaging, and Dimensions Imaging, spoken internationally, hosted hands-on workshops, and authored industry articles on the future of CBCT. With over 20 years in the dental field and an MBA from Vanderbilt University, Jordan is passionate about advancing dental practices with cutting-edge technology.

Dr. Jeffrey Brockett

Dr. Brockett received his DDS from the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry at the University of Southern California. He completed his residency in oral and maxillofacial radiology at the University of Washington and served as chief resident during his final year. Prior to residency, he held a teaching position at the University of Southern California.

More recently, Dr. Brockett practiced general dentistry in the San Diego area for nearly 10 years, running two separate family practices, before entering his radiology residency program. Dr. Brockett comes from a dental family. His grandfather was a regionally well-known oral surgeon, and his father practiced general dentistry at the same clinic for over 40 years.

He is excited to be working with BeamReaders and appreciates the ability to continue his learning alongside many knowledgeable radiologists. His spare time is occupied caring for two small children alongside his wife. When able, he roots for the San Diego Padres and USC Trojans sports teams.