Conference and exhibit hall
February 27th–28th, 2026
Location
Fairmont Tremblant, Mont-Tremblant, QC
CE credits
8 CE (Association des dentistes pédiatriques du Québec)
Registration fee
$585 (early bird registration until Dec 1 and ADPQ member price)
$645 (regular price)
Includes CE sessions, breakfast and snacks
Introduction
The Canadian Tooth Fairies Association / L’Association Canadienne des Fées des Dents (CTFA/ACFD) is a newly established non-profit organization dedicated to promoting excellence in pediatric dentistry education for dental professionals across Canada.
The CTFA will host its inaugural Winter Annual Conference in 2026. This event invites pediatric dental specialists and general dentists whose practices focus on children from across Canada and the United States to gather for two days of professional development, including high-quality scientific sessions. Attendees will enjoy continuing education in a premier Canadian ski resort setting, combining learning with the opportunity to take part in winter activities.
Sponsors
Schedule and speakers
FRIDAY
Feb 27 2026
Room Soutana III, the Fairmont Hotel
6:30 AM – 8:00 AM
Breakfast buffet
6:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Registration desk open, sponsor’s exhibits
7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
The Child’s Mind in the Dental Chair: A Psychiatrist’s Perspective on Common Conditions and Challenges in Pediatric Dentistry
Presented by Dr. Richard Elcock, MD, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist
This session explores the intersection between mental health and pediatric dentistry. The focus is on understanding common psychiatric and behavioral conditions in children that directly influence dental care, cooperation, and long-term oral health outcomes.
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Free time for winter activities
3:00 PM – 3:15 PM
Post-ski snack, registration desk open, sponsor’s exhibits
3:15 PM – 4:30 PM
Endodontic Challenges in Pediatrics: Tips and Tricks for Success
Presented by Dr. Navdeep Asi, Endodontist
Providing endodontic care for children and adolescents comes with its own set of challenges and considerations. This session will share practical insights, common pitfalls, and useful strategies that can make pediatric endodontics more predictable and less stressful.
4:30 PM – 4:45 PM
Break
4:45 PM – 6:00 PM
Temporomandibular Joint Troubles
Presented by Dr. Oualid Badri, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
This presentation provides an overview of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders in children and adolescents, highlighting their unique developmental, anatomical, and functional considerations.
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
“Smores Outdoors” welcome reception
SATURDAY
Feb 28 2026
Room Soutana III, the Fairmont Hotel
6:30 AM – 8:00 AM
Breakfast buffet
6:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Registration desk open, sponsor’s exhibits
7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Perioperative Anxioylsis – The 4 Ps: Premed, Parent, iPad and Pray
Presented by Dr. Julie Zalan, MD, Pediatric Anesthesiologist
This presentation explores the relationship between perioperative anxiety and postoperative agitation in pediatric patients. It reviews evidence-based strategies to prevent and manage agitation, including both non-pharmacological approaches to reduce preoperative anxiety and the safety and effectiveness of various pharmacological agents. Attendees will gain practical insights to optimize perioperative care and improve recovery experiences for children.
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Free time for winter activities
3:00 PM – 3:15 PM
Post-ski snack, registration desk open, sponsor’s exhibits
3:15 PM – 4:30 PM
Pediatric Oral Health Challenges: Case Studies in Oral Maxillofacial Radiology and Oral Medicine and Pathology
Presented by Dr. Catherine Nolet-Levesque, Oral Maxillofacial Radiologist and Dr. Firoozeh Samim, Oral Medicine & Oral Maxillofacial Pathologist
This session takes a case-based approach to highlight how radiology, oral medicine, and pathology intersect in pediatric dental care. Each case moves beyond “routine dentistry” and shows how collaboration and careful assessment can lead to earlier diagnoses, safer management, and better outcomes for children.
4:30 PM – 4:45 PM
Break
4:45 PM – 6:00 PM
Pediatric Oral Health Challenges: Case Studies in Oral Maxillofacial Radiology and Oral Medicine and Pathology (continued)
Accommodation
Fairmont Tremblant, Mont-Tremblant, Québec
3045 Chemin de la Chapelle, CITQ128365, J8E 1E1, Mont-Tremblant, Canada
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Contact: Dr. Isabelle Lacroix isabelle.lacroix@vif.com
