Frequently Asked Questions

1. When does online registration open? 
   Tuesday, December 5, 2017.
2. I am missing CE codes or CE certificates....what can I do?
   Click here for information.
3. I have questions about my registration...who should I call?
   Call the Hinman registration service, QMS, at (866) 248-2883.
4. What is the guest policy?
   Anyone who is not included in the registration categories is considered a guest. All guests must pay a $75 registration fee, complete a guest registration form, and can register on-site only. Guests do not have to be accompanied by a registered attendee. Registering enables guests to visit the exhibit hall and buy tickets for courses or special events. Guests do not receive continuing education credits.
5. What is the cancellation policy for the 2018 meeting?
   Attendee cancellation requests must be postmarked by Wednesday, March 21, 2018. No refunds will be made for cancellations requested after registration opens on the first day of the meeting, which is Thursday, March 22, 2018. In order for the refund request to be considered, the information must include the attendee’s name and address in writing, the original registration badge and course summary listing. All requests must be postmarked by March 21, 2018 and mailed to: The Thomas P. Hinman Dental Meeting 6840 Meadowridge Court Alpharetta, Georgia 30005                                                                                                              
6. What is the difference between Registered and General courses?
   A fee is charged for Registered Attendance courses. General Attendance courses are free of charge with ticketed, priority seating offered to those who preregister.
7. Where is the Hinman Meeting?
   
   
   The Georgia World Congress Center
   285 Andrew Young International Blvd., N.W.
   Atlanta, Georgia 30313-1591
8. How do CE credits work? How do I know the number of hours I earn for each course?
   Hinman offers one hour of credit for each hour of lecture, unless otherwise indicated in the course descripition. Computerized CE certificates can be printed out at the conclusion of each course, at the end of the meeting or from any computer with Internet access after the meeting. Avoid lines and record CE on the Hinman APP! Email the certificates to yourself to print from anywhere. 
9. If a course is repeated, will it be the same material?
   Yes, anytime a course is repeated, it will be the same material.
10. Which are the closest hotels?
    Click here to view housing options for the 2018 Meeting.
11. Where can I find Hinman Shuttle information?
    To see which hotels are on the shuttle click here.
12. Which MARTA stop do I use to get to the GWCC?
    Dome/GWCC on the East/West line. Call MARTA at (404) 848-5000 or visit www.itsmarta.com for detailed schedules.
13. What are the future dates of the Hinman Dental Meeting?
    March 22-24, 2018 | March 21-23, 2019 | March 19-21, 2020 
14. Does Hinman have coat, bag and stroller check during the meeting? Yes, for a nominal fee. GWCC, Building A, Level 300, across from room A314.
15. Does Hinman have a Mothers Room for nursing mothers to use? Yes, in room A306 at the GWCC. 
16. What do the badge colors represent? Blue – Dentists (all categories including students and retired), Red - Exhibitors, Green – Hygienists, Purple – Assistants, Gold – Office Staff, Brown – Lab Technicians, Black – Spouses, Student categories except for dental students, staff, guests, media, children and youth.
17. Does Hinman help with disability-related accommodations? In compliance with the American's with Disabilities Act, we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities at the Meeting. Please submit requests no later than February 28, 2018 to Jackie Sarvis at jsarvis@hinman.org or call 404-231-1663. Flying to Hinman? The TSA Cares program can simplify travel for attendees with special needs.