Event description:

Visit us at the 2026 Spear Dental Summit to explore our latest restorative innovations, discover exclusive show promotions, and connect with our team to see how our clinically proven solutions can elevate your everyday dentistry. Stop by our booth and experience the difference firsthand.

Speaker: Dr. Michael Skramstad
Spear Power Talk Presentation Topic:
How AI and Cloud Computing are Reshaping Diagnosis and Design Solutions

AI is a keyword that is being used quite frequently in many industries, but how is this actually affecting us in Dentistry? Radiographic diagnosis and CAD Design are the most commonly used AI in Dentistry, and both are rapidly evolving. In this lecture we will discuss how we are using it now, what it's changing, what the future is looking like and how all solutions can help us as dentists deliver more efficient, predictable patient care.

About the Presenter:

Dr. Mike Skramstad is a digital dentistry innovator and respected authority on CAD/CAM, implantology, and esthetic restorative workflows. As a Spear Faculty member, he leads advanced workshops and helps clinicians integrate cutting-edge technology into practice. He consults with multiple manufacturers and works directly with engineering teams to shape next-generation dental tools. Dr. Skramstad practices in Orono, Minnesota, where he focuses on comprehensive restorative and implant dentistry. He regularly publishes and lectures on materials science and digital techniques.