Online Dental CE

Stop the Insanity - Streamlined and Predictable Restorative Outcomes Presenter: Dr. John Flucke CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 12/16/22 Expiration Date: 12/16/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar Dr. Flucke will discuss his experiences with a variety of products including: • Composite choices and proper bonding procedure - both standard and thermoviscous • Impression materials • Retraction choices • Material choices for the indirect restoration • Correct bonding procedures to ensure clinical longevity

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The No-Nonsense Guide to Simple and Complex Implantology (Featuring Digital Workflows) Presenter: Dr. Mark Ludlow CE Supporter: Henry Schein Dental Release Date: 12/16/22 Expiration Date: 12/16/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

As digital technology becomes more pervasive in everyday practice, there is an increased demand to apply it in ever more expanding clinical situations. This CE webinar will explore the full application of digital technology in the implant patient from initial diagnostics to the final restoration and will innumerate the planning principles involved in achieving both surgical and prosthetic success.

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Enhanced Properties and Placement Simplification of Composite Resins Presenter: Dr. Todd Snyder CE Supporter: AdDent Release Date: 12/15/22 Expiration Date: 12/15/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

As dentists, we are always trying to improve upon our skills to provide a better service and longer lasting product for our patients. Knowing that direct composite resins have many challenges, limitations and difficulties on placement can make our practice life difficult when we have leakage, sensitivity or failures. This CE webinar will discuss some of the current problems with direct composite resin placement techniques and materials and will then provide some solutions on how you can offset some of the shortcomings of your current materials and techniques.

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The Name is Bond, Direct-Bonded Restorative Success Presenter: Dr. Mark Malterud CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 12/15/22 Expiration Date: 12/15/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Direct bonded restorative dentistry is the day to day go to for treating our patients. In this CE webinar, we will delve into how to make those restorations a win for both you and the patients. Materials make a difference and using the right materials for the right patients can be a matter of success or failure.

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What's Your New Year's Resolution Presenter: Drs. Rice, Klim, Maragliano-Muniz & Austin CE Supporter: Ivoclar Release Date: 12/14/22 Expiration Date: 12/14/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

As we reflect back on 2022 and the many opportunities and challenges facing the dental industry, now's the time to start planning for next year. So, what's your new year's resolution? In this CE webinar, please join our esteemed panel of experts as they focus on three pillars for success – business opportunities, leadership skills, and new products and technology. Dr. David Rice will serve as the moderator and will be joined by Dr. James Klim, Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz and Dr. Josh Austin. During the one hour program they will share their opinions and strategies for success. Along the way, they will discuss best practices and thought-provoking ideas to help you plan for 2023.

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A Review of Endodontic Diagnosis and Treatment Planning Presenter: Dr. Richard Mounce CE Supporter: NSK America Release Date: 12/14/22 Expiration Date: 12/14/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will review the art and science of making an endodontic diagnosis with an eye toward optimizing treatment where needed and relieving pain and morbidity from delayed treatment. Emphasis will be placed on the distinction between endodontic and non odontogenic pain and the ramifications of TMD and its possible confusion with endodontic diagnosis. At the completion of the CE webinar the viewer will be able to recognize and diagnose when endodontic treatment is indicated and/or should be delayed.

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Fast, Predictable, and Injectable Composite Veneers Presenter: Dr. Lundon Albrecht CE Supporter: COLTENE Release Date: 12/9/22 Expiration Date: 12/9/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

As dental materials continue to evolve, so should our restorative techniques. In this CE webinar, from injection molding restorations to simplified bonding to tricky black triangles, learn innovative ways to upgrade everyday dentistry! Also learn how minimal invasive and biomimetic approaches can provide longer lasting restorations.

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The Top Ten Mistakes Dental Teams Make with PPE Presenter: Mary Govoni and Linda Harvey CE Supporter: Halyard Release Date: 12/9/22 Expiration Date: 12/9/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

What to wear for personal protective equipment has been the frequent topic of discussion during the COVID-19 pandemic and continues to cause some confusion for dental teams. This CE webinar will discuss frequently misunderstood requirements and recommendations for hand, eye, and respiratory protection, as well as protective clothing. The presenters will discuss OSHA rules, CDC guidelines, NIOSH and ANSI certifications and other standards that apply to the selection of PPE for dentistry.

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Simplifying Cementation 2022 Presenter: Dr. David Hornbrook CE Supporter: Bisco Release Date: 12/8/22 Expiration Date: 12/8/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Join Dr. Hornbrook as he discusses how to simplify the cementation and adhesive bonding process of indirect restorations. This CE webinar will address anterior adhesive cementation, posterior adhesive cementation, and posterior luting cementation. Step-by-step protocols will be described to predictably cement ceramic veneers and all-ceramic crowns and bridges including placement of Feldspathic, lithium disilicate, and ZrO2 restorations. Correct preparation and adhesion to both enamel and dentin, including recommended materials to optimize dentinal adhesion will be explored. Ideal surface preparation of the different restorative materials will also be discussed to increase adhesion and increase long term prognosis. Utilization of new alkaline-based, self-adhesive cement and the advantages of these cements will also be discussed.

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Control Your Handpiece Spin Presenter: Dr. Lori Trost CE Supporter: DENTALEZ Release Date: 12/8/22 Expiration Date: 12/8/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Dental handpieces are the workhorse of the practice. If they go down, so does your practice! This CE webinar will show how handpiece innovation can deliver operator confidence, create predictable tooth preparations, while improving the patient experience. Discussion will revolve around the benefits of incorporating the proper handpiece power into your practice to improve ergonomics in conjunction with promoting patient safety and comfort. Learn how to spin your practice in the right direction!

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Safe Local Anesthesia Management in the Pediatric Dental Patient Presenter: Dr. Stanley Malamed and Dr. Scott Cohen CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 12/7/22 Expiration Date: 12/7/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, Dr. Stanley Malamed and Dr. Scott Cohen review safety risks and best practices when managing local anesthesia in pediatric dental procedures. They will discuss physiology, dosing, actual cases and safe approaches to treatment plans.

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Addressing the Top 5 Ergonomic Mistakes in the Dental Operatory Presenter: Stephanie Botts, RDH, BSDH, CEAS CE Supporter: Midmark Dental Release Date: 12/6/22 Expiration Date: 12/6/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Dental professionals are particularly at risk of musculoskeletal diseases and pain with an annual prevalence rate of nearly 80%. In this CE webinar, discover five key areas where you can improve your ergonomic positions to protect your health. In addition to proper positioning for doctors, hygienists and assistants, you will learn about dental equipment that aids in clinician and patient positioning as well as tips and tricks to promote overall health and safety.

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It’s a Sticky Situation: Choosing the Right Cement Every Time! Presenter: Dr. Ron Kaminer CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 12/6/22 Expiration Date: 12/6/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

With the plethora of dental materials out there, choosing the right cement in the right situation has become more and more critical. In this CE webinar, join us as we navigate the path of proper cementation and learn how to treat the substrates and then choose the proper cement in every clinical situation.

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The Oral Microbiome and Antimicrobial Interventions Presenter: Dr. Juan Yepes CE Supporter: Listerine Release Date: 12/2/22 Expiration Date: 12/2/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The objective of this CE webinar is to share exciting new clinical data on adjunctive oral hygiene regimens, as well as the potential barriers for patients in the adoption of these modalities.

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How to Transform Your Hygiene Department in 30 Days Presenter: Amber Auger, RDH, MPH CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 12/2/22 Expiration Date: 12/2/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Are you looking to level up your hygiene department in 2022? This CE webinar is designed to provide practical strategies for increased patient communication, improved teamwork among providers, increased time management, and productivity.

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A Review of the State of the Art in Endodontics Presenter: Dr. Richard Mounce CE Supporter: NSK America Release Date: 11/30/22 Expiration Date: 11/30/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will review the most current and accepted practices in endodontics and discuss expected future trends. At the completion of this CE webinar the viewer will be aware of the vital role of microscopes, irrigation technologies, instrumentation techniques and ultrasonics in endodontics.

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Change is Inevitable; Growth is Optional: Choosing Dentistry's Bright Future Presenter: Dr. Mark E. Hyman CE Supporter: Philips Oral Healthcare Release Date: 11/30/22 Expiration Date: 11/30/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The winds of change are hitting dentistry like never before. New business delivery models. Loads of new technology. The Pandemic. The Great Quit and Team issues. How can one look at dentistry's future in a positive fashion? The winners of dentistry will do so, because there is no other choice!

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Learning From Our Mistakes 5 - Webinar Series Presenter: Dr. Jeff Horowitz CE Supporter: Shofu Dental Release Date: 11/29/22 Expiration Date: 11/29/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Part five of the webinar series “Learning From Our Mistakes” will take you on Dr. Horowitz's journey of becoming the successful dentist he is today. Dr. Horowitz will share techniques for repairing restorations of various classes caused by incorrect selection of materials or technique. He will discuss current restorative techniques and product choices for the clinician seeking to advance their skills while getting the procedure completed in a minimal amount of time. Learn how to avoid mistakes from this wet-finger dentist by using restorative products that are high quality, easy to use, and have a healthy impact on patients' lives. This CE webinar is a must-see if you want to enhance your skill set and improve your everyday dentistry with the aesthetics and healthfulness you and your patients expect.

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Reading Between The Lines: Understanding Waterline Protection Presenter: Ms. Shannon Pace Brinker, CDA CE Supporter: Henry Schein Brands Release Date: 11/24/22 Expiration Date: 11/24/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

All dental practices should properly and regularly maintain dental unit water lines as part of their regular infection control protocols. Dental unit water lines can harbor numerous microorganisms that can multiply inside the tubing and result in biofilms that can harbor bacteria, fungi, algae, and protozoa. Understanding options to properly treat and maintain water line protocols, ensures the dental unit water is compliant with the EPA standard for drinking water.

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The Oral Cavity Under Acid Attack - 2022 Update Presenter: Dr. Marc Geissberger CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 11/23/22 Expiration Date: 11/23/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

As a dentist, personal trainer and fitness nutrition specialist, Dr. Geissberger brings a unique perspective to the subjects of caries, diet and the oral environment. Through this enlightening CE webinar, Dr. Geissberger will discuss various disease conditions that plaque the entire dental population, and identify several at risk populations. The importance of oral pH will be discussed and strategies for altering an unfavorable oral environment will be outlined. Additionally, the dental team will learn progressive strategies to help their patients achieve oral balance and curb their disease processes. Nutrition and diet control will be discussed extensively.

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CBCT in Action: Unexpected Findings & What to Do Next Presenter: Dr. Heidi Kohltfarber CE Supporter: Henry Schein Dental Release Date: 11/23/22 Expiration Date: 11/23/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

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Hand Hygiene in the Era of a Global Pandemic and Beyond Presenter: Dr. Marie Fluent CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 11/22/22 Expiration Date: 11/22/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In response to the global pandemic, dental healthcare personnel have stepped up their infection control efforts in the effort to reduce the spread of infection. One of the simplest action items - hand hygiene - is one of the most basic yet most effective strategies of infection prevention. By performing hand hygiene at the right time, with the right product and right technique, dental team members can protect themselves and their patients from deadly germs on hands and surfaces. This CE webinar will discuss hand hygiene in accordance with CDC Guidelines and OSHA Standards, product selection, and appropriate methods and motivation techniques to enhance compliance and ensure a safe dental visit for all.

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Creating Imperceptible Restorations in the Aesthetic Zone using a Simplified Unishade Composite Presenter: Dr. Robert Marus CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 11/22/22 Expiration Date: 11/22/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Upon completion of this CE webinar, you will be able to: • incorporate a Simplified Unishade Composite System into your practice. • understand how adaptive shade matching technology allows for the blending of composite into tooth structure • understand how to place dentin and enamels layers of composite with a Simplified Unishade Composite System.

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The Mechanical Room in Your Dental Practice: Looking at the Past, Present, and Future Presenter: Dr. Marie Fluent CE Supporter: Air Techniques Release Date: 11/18/22 Expiration Date: 11/18/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

While the dental patient typically never steps into the mechanical room, the equipment in this room is vital to the operation of the entire dental practice. The main components of the mechanical room consist of the air compressor and vacuum system—literally the heart and lungs of your practice. Simply put, without these systems, your practice cannot function! This CE webinar will discuss the vital equipment in the mechanical room including air compressors, central vacuum systems, and amalgam separators. Air quality issues in the mechanical room, and technological trends in equipment (such as internet connectivity and variable frequency drives on vacuum systems), and eco-friendly considerations for the future will be addressed to enhance equipment performance, minimize downtime, reduce cost of repairs, and promote sustainability efforts.

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Caries and Nutrition: Chairside Conversations Presenter: Dr. Joy Void-Holmes, RDH, BSDH, DHSc CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 11/18/22 Expiration Date: 11/18/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Dental caries is a multifactorial disease that effects all age groups. There is a significant relationship that exists between caries and diet and nutrition, which is often complicated with many interrelating factors. Dietary patterns and behaviors play an integral role in the prevention and development of dental caries. Oral health care providers have a responsibility to deliver nutritional counseling with the ultimate goal of reducing caries risk factors and enhancing the protective factors. This CE webinar will examine the relationship between diet, nutrition, and the development of caries. Attendees will be positioned to successfully provide nutritional counseling to patients with the goal of promoting successful behavior change toward oral and systemic health.

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Cone Beam Imaging in General Dentistry: Taking Traditional Dental Imaging to the Next Dimension Presenter: Dr. Robert Brandes CE Supporter: Air Techniques Release Date: 11/17/22 Expiration Date: 11/17/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

A cone beam scan is one of the most advanced dental technologies available. They improve the lives of dentists and patients. A 3D Cone Beam scan is invaluable for dentists who may specialize in reconstructive or dental implant surgeries.

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Making A Great First Impression - Stress Free Strategies for Capturing the Detail Every Time Presenter: Dr. Sam Simos CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 11/17/22 Expiration Date: 11/17/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This dynamic CE webinar will walk the participant through current indirect restorative strategies to overcome obstacles as it relates to impression techniques, including intra oral scanning and retraction strategies. Whether you are just starting out or have been practicing for years, participants will definitely ‘up their game’ after participating in this webinar and be able to capture every detail of their indirect preparations with ease every time.

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Uncomfortable Truths About Oral Hygiene: Here is How to Finally Get It Right Presenter: Dr. Timothy Donley CE Supporter: Philips Oral Healthcare Release Date: 11/16/22 Expiration Date: 11/16/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

We have it all wrong. The sheer number of patients walking around with ongoing periodontal disease confirms that simply telling patient to brush and floss has not worked. Once periodontal disease is resolved, it is now more important than ever to provide the patient with the knowledge and tools to allow them to consistently debride the affected sites in their mouth. The truth is that we too often make recommendations that do not provide the patient with the best chance to achieve adequate daily maintenance. The indisputable evidence that the mouth is connected to the rest of the body compels us to give patients the recommendations that afford them the best chance to adequately maintain their teeth. We can no longer afford to take the same old approach to OHI that we learned in school. In this CE webinar, come and learn the new, scientifically supported approach to patient daily hygiene. You will learn what to look for, what to say and what to use to help your patients enjoy the oral and overall health benefits of achieving and then maintaining a preferred level of oral health.

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Reaching Beyond the Operatory with Homecare Solutions Presenter: Jamie Collins, RDH-EA CE Supporter: Sunstar Release Date: 11/16/22 Expiration Date: 11/16/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Patient care extends beyond the time spent in your operatory, what an individual does at home impacts their smile and systemic health every day of the year. Take a stroll down any store aisle and the choices of oral care items is overwhelming, patients look to dental professionals for insight and recommendations for everything from hypersensitivity solutions to caries prevention and whitening. Few individuals have perfect oral health whereas most adults at least one oral health concern. Recommending solution options for patient risk and concerns can lead to increased patient satisfaction and improved oral and health outcomes.

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