Speaking and Presentations

Presentations That Inspire Action and Create Lasting Change

The best presentations don’t just inform—they change the way people think, communicate, and lead.

Drawing on nearly five decades of experience in pediatric dentistry, leadership, and team development, Dr. Rhea Haugseth delivers engaging presentations that combine practical strategies, real-world experience, and humor to inspire audiences long after the program ends.

Whether speaking to pediatric dentists, dental teams, study clubs, universities, or professional organizations, every presentation is customized to provide practical ideas attendees can immediately put into practice.

Why Organizations Invite Dr. Haugseth

As a past President of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, national AAPD spokesperson since 1989, educator, consultant, and former private practice owner, Dr. Haugseth understands the everyday challenges pediatric dental teams face.

Her presentations combine leadership, communication, clinical experience, and proven systems to help pediatric dental practices build stronger teams, improve communication, standardize their practices, strengthen leadership, and create exceptional patient and parent experiences.

Selected Speaking Engagements (2020 – Present)

The following is a selection of presentations I have delivered to national conferences, state dental associations, universities, hospitals, and pediatric dental organizations since 2020. Every presentation is customized to address the goals, objectives, and unique needs of each audience.

Click a year below to view selected presentations.

2026 Speaking Engagements

Basic Communication Skills with Patients/Parents/Team Members – Tips, Techniques and Comedy 
Einstein Medical Center
Department of Dental Medicine
2026 Morris Kelner Conference
Philadelphia, PA

Behavior Guidance
North Carolina Oral Health Section All Staff Meeting
ZOOM

Open Mouth, Insert… the Right Words: Communication Skills That Save the Day
South Carolina Dental Association (SCDA) Annual Session
Myrtle Beach, SC

Knocked Out, Swollen, or Just Not Right: A Practical Guide to Pediatric Dental Emergencies
Central Florida Pediatric Society
Orlando, FL

2025 Speaking Engagements
Staff Communication of Treatment Plans
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) Annual Session
Denver, CO

The Case for Having Fun in Your Practice
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) Annual Session
Denver, CO

Get Your Team in Sync and Watch Your Profits Soar
Case Western Reserve University(CWRU)SODM – Annual Symposium
Cleveland, OH

2024 Speaking Engagements
The Case for Having Fun in Your Practice
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry(AAPD) Annual Session
Toronto, Ontario

2023 Speaking Engaements
Basic Communication Skills with Patients/Parents/Team Members – Tips, Techniques and Comedy
California Society of Pediatric Dentistry (CSPD) Annual Meeting
San Francisco, CA

2021 Speaking Engagements
Your Dental Team Makes or Breaks You
University of Alabama (UAB) Pediatric Dental Residents
Birmingham, AL

2020 Speaking Engagements
Infection Control
Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) Dental Alumni Symposium
Sandusky, OH

Radiology Review
Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) Dental Alumni Symposium
Sandusky, OH

Your Dental Team Makes or Breaks You
University of Alabama (UAB) Pediatric Dental Residents
Birmingham, AL

Parents – Are Yours Backseat Drivers? Guiding Parental Behavior in the Pediatric Dental Office
Pediatric Dental Team Association(PDTA) conference
Atlanta, GA

Parents – Are Yours Backseat Drivers? Guiding Parental Behavior in the Pediatric Dental Office
Sprig CE Meeting
San Diego,CA

Ready to Strengthen Your Team?

Whether you’re looking for a keynote presentation, workshop, study club program, or customized training for your organization, I’d love the opportunity to help.

Every presentation is tailored to the goals of your audience and designed to provide practical ideas attendees can implement immediately.

Let’s discuss how we can create the right presentation for your meeting, conference, study club, or organization.