About Dr. Duplantis 

Dr. Duplantis received his DDS degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, Dental School in 1999. He then continued with Post-doctorate training at Baylor College of Dentistry, earning a certificate in Advanced Education in General Dentistry in 2000. He has also received his Fellowship degree from the Academy of General Dentistry.

He has been in private practice since 2000 in the North Fort Worth, Texas area. In private practice, he treats all ages with an emphasis on restorative and aesthetic dentistry.

Dr. Duplantis has always had an interest in “high-tech” dentistry and has been incorporating CAD/CAM and digital technology in his practice since 2004. Dr Duplantis has written and published several articles regarding digital dentistry and workflows for various dental publications. In addition to technology, Dr. Duplantis has a keen interest in restorative implantology, CBCT, impressioning, adhesion, and materials, and he is also published in these regards.

Recently he co-founded “Dentists IN the Know” which is a social media group to help inform and educate. Dr. Duplantis resides in Keller, Texas with his wife, Ellen, and his children, Austin and Ava. He is a recreational cyclist and enjoys golf and many other outdoor activities in his spare time.

Course Outline 

After days of lectures, demonstrations, and clinical insight, the real challenge begins: determining what actually translates into better patient care and a more efficient, fulfilling practice on Monday morning. This interactive closing panel discussion is designed to help attendees synthesize the most impactful concepts presented throughout the conference and convert them into practical, actionable strategies.

Led by Chad Duplantis, this engaging session brings together clinicians and thought leaders for an open conversation focused on implementation, clinical decision-making, workflow integration, patient communication, and the realities of modern restorative dentistry. Topics may include digital workflows, restorative materials, diagnosis, esthetics, treatment acceptance, efficiency, team integration, and balancing innovation with practicality.

Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, discuss real-world challenges, and identify meaningful changes they can begin implementing immediately in their own practices. This collaborative session is designed to provide clarity, perspective, and momentum as participants transition from inspiration to action.

Learning Objectives

• Identify key clinical and practice management concepts presented during the conference that can be immediately integrated into daily practice
• Evaluate strategies for implementing new technologies, materials, and workflows in a practical and financially responsible manner
• Discuss common barriers to clinical implementation and methods for improving team adoption, efficiency, and patient communication
• Develop an individualized action plan for incorporating restorative and digital dentistry concepts into patient care and practice growth