A patent-holder and pioneer in the field of dental implants, Dr. Todd Shatkin has become a noted international speaker in the field. Each year, he lectures in areas ranging from mini dental implants to methods for treating sleep apnea for a diverse range of industry events. Dr. Todd Shatkin has also taught residency courses locally in the Buffalo, New York, area. As a founder of Mini Dental Implant Centers of America and the owner of Shatkin FIRST Dental Laboratory, Dr. Shatkin utilizes his patented technique and the latest innovations in the field of dental implants to stabilize dentures and replace missing teeth for his patients. He also seeks to promote public awareness regarding the benefits of the mini dental implants which substantially reduce treatment time, and improve patients lives at a lower cost. Dr. Todd Shatkin’s leadership in the field also includes the establishment of the International Academy of Mini Dental Implants. Now honored by the organization as president emeritus, he has also received numerous other accolades for his work. These include the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences Five Star Diamond Award bestowed upon him for five successive years.