Online Dental CE

Clinical Techniques to Master the Final Impression Using a Modern Impression Material Presenter: Dr. Marc Geissberger CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 5/22/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 5/22/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Dental Labs often report that a significant percentage of impression they receive are missing some critical information or detail. Dental impressions can be one of the most difficult portions of the crown and bridge procedure. This CE webinar will discuss some simple techniques that can improve all clinician's performance immediately. The CE webinar will also examine the benefits to using a new VPS material that has been engineered to optimize both working time and improve setting time.

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Biomimicry: Changing from “Reparative” Dentistry to Restorative Dentistry Presenter: Dr. Howard Glazer CE Supporter: Pulpdent Release Date: 5/16/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 5/16/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar is designed to acquaint the audience with biomimicry and bioactivity in dental materials, in addition to how and when they should be used in the treatment of tooth decay, as well as in other aspects of dental treatment.

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Water In, Water Out: Best Practices for Water Treatment and Processing in Dental Offices Presenter: Leann Keefer and Matt Chandler CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 5/14/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 5/14/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Water quality affects nearly every function of modern dental offices, and can improve - or inhibit - dental staff and equipment’s efficiency and effectiveness. In fact, poor water quality can damage dental equipment and have undesirable effects on staff and patients. This CE webinar will guide your understanding on how using the right water can help to improve patient care, staff productivity and practice profitability, while also protecting the investments made in your equipment and appliances.

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Protect Your Practice From Infection (Part 1) : Working in Your Dental Practice Presenter: Dr. Karson Carpenter CE Supporter: Clorox Healthcare Release Date: 5/8/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 5/8/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

When you come to work, you should expect to be able to do your work in a safe environment, free from the risk of infection transmission. In order to stay safe, it’s important that you and your facility follow infection prevention regulations and best practices. In the first CE webinar of this two-part series on infection control presented by Dr. Karson Carpenter, participants will learn about: • Cross contamination risks in dentistry and the role of surfaces in infection transmission • Key infection control guidelines, rules and regulations • Infection control Principles and Strategies • Actions to stay healthy: standard precautions, vaccinations, personal protective equipment, hand hygiene

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Material Driven Crown and Bridge: Having the Right Arsenal is Essential Presenter: Dr. Ron Kaminer CE Supporter: Microcopy Release Date: 4/24/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 4/24/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

As our indirect restorative material have shifted from Porcelain Fused to Metal to more Ceramics and Zirconia, so must our thought processes as we prepare, impression(scan) and cement these restorations. In this CE webinar, join us as we delineate concise protocols for current indirect restorative dentistry and create a clear recipe for success.

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The Updated 2018 AAP Classification of Periodontal and Peri-Implant Diseases - Aligning the Dental Hygiene Diagnosis Presenter: Marianne Dryer, RDH, MEd CE Supporter: Premier Dental Release Date: 4/23/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 4/23/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The dental hygiene diagnosis is a critical part of providing optimum treatment planning and care for the dental patient. The updated AAP Classification System created in 2017 represents a multi-dimensional staging and grading framework for periodontitis and peri-implant disease. This CE webinar will examine the evolution of the updated system including the concepts of staging and grading to classify each periodontal patient. Determining a patient’s likelihood to predictably respond to therapy is a unique feature of the new classification system and allows for individualized treatment plan development. The CE webinar will also highlight the need and value of collaboration amongst dental and medical professionals. Finally, and perhaps most importantly, the importance of team calibration when incorporating the system into office protocols will be discussed.

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Injectables Take the Sting Out of Composite Placement Presenter: Dr. Sam Simos CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 4/17/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 4/17/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The evolution of today’s restoratives has advanced at a staggering pace. This CE webinar explores the most recent advancements in injectable composites and how they will transform the way you do dentistry. We will break down and simplify the components of successful composite placement through a look at preparation design and an exploration of the latest adhesives and curing lights currently available. Don’t miss this CE webinar for valuable up-to-date information on materials and techniques you can put into practice the next day.

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Are You Ready for Laser Technology Presenter: Dr. Michael Koceja CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 4/15/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 4/15/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Upon attending this CE webinar, attendees will • Understand how lasers have evolved, and why now is the time to incorporate laser technology • Understand the advantages of why certain laser wavelengths are more advantages’ than others • Understand the value of lasers in numerous clinical procedures, to create more predictable clinical outcomes • Change the way they practice to provide cutting edge technology to their patients

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Periodontal Splinting Taken to a New Level with CAD-CAM Milled Orthotic Presenter: Dr. Mike Malone CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 4/11/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 4/11/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

During this CE webinar, we will review • Severe tooth mobility stabilized with a bonded full arch orthotic • New nano-ceramic CAD-CAM material • Durable and esthetic material bonded for strength and longevity

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Best Ways to Reward and Motivate Your Team Presenter: Sally McKenzie CE Supporter: Practice Management Release Date: 4/10/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 4/10/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

You’ve relied on bonus plans to reward your employees for years, but maybe they are not working now. You thought they motivated your employees to excel, but instead team members focus on what they need to do to earn the bonus – and their overall performance actually suffers. Learn how you can recognize employees who put in extra effort by developing a rewards system.

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Flowable Composite Resins: A Truly “Universal” Restorative Material Presenter: Dr. Bob Lowe CE Supporter: Tokuyama Dental America Release Date: 4/9/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 4/9/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Flowable composite resins have been around since the mid 1990’s and today are found in most restorative dental practices. Early uses were limited as cavity liners and small cavity preparations in “non-stress” bearing areas. Through advances in science these materials have become much more versatile, and now have a wide range of clinical applications. This CE webinar will explore some of the many uses for this “universal” restorative material and discuss some of the latest innovations and improvements in this class of composite resins.

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The Bonded Functional Esthetic Prototype and Porcelain Veneers - How Do They Complement Each Other Presenter: Dr. Mario Romero CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 4/1/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 4/1/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The importance of enamel present in our porcelain veneer preparations is crucial for the long term success of this type of restorations. By combining the BFEP into this equation, tooth reduction can be controlled and calibrated. In this CE webinar we will walk you through a logical clinical sequence that will increase the longevity of your restorations as well as your acceptance rate.

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Solutions for Implant Supported Provisional Restorations Presenter: Dr. David Little CE Supporter: DMG America Release Date: 3/28/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 3/28/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Implant provisional restorations play a vital role in predictable successful outcomes in implant dentistry. They provide esthetics, maintain masticatory ability, and serve as a functional esthetic blueprint for laboratory communications. This CE webinar will discuss materials and techniques for direct implant provisionals as well as indirect techniques including digital technology

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Restoring Caries and Preventing New Disease: A Winning Combination Presenter: Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 3/27/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 3/27/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

We have to consider the environment where we place our restorations. There are numerous oral environmental factors that contribute to caries and if not considered, it can severely compromise the longevity of our restorations. There are new technologies available to not only promote favorable long-term outcomes in our restorations, but also to create an environment conducive to dental health. This CE webinar will discuss the factors that contribute to caries, restorative options, including glass ionomer technology and techniques to create therapeutic restorations and preventive recommendations to minimize caries risk.

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Increasing Positive Outcomes with Milled Restorative Techniques Presenter: Dr. Jeff Horowitz CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 3/27/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 3/27/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Current milling technologies and materials have made indirect restorations more accessible to the dental practitioner. With many choices available, clinicians must first decide if an indirect procedure is indicated, and if so, which material is best suited for a specific application. This CE webinar will review the indications for indirect milled restorations with a focus on milled nano-hybrid onlays and crowns.

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Get Over It! Help Your Patients Be Comfortable and Overcome Their Fear Presenter: Dr. Tanya Brown CE Supporter: Pierrel S.p.A. Release Date: 3/19/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 3/19/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The majority of patients have some level of dental fear or anxiety. Whether it is fear of the Dentist, fear of needles, fear of small spaces, or fear of the unknown, your participation in this CE webinar will provide you with practical ways to help your patients be much more comfortable.

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Simplify Your Routine: Become More Efficient & More Profitable With Your Restorative Dentistry Presenter: Dr. Joshua Austin CE Supporter: Tokuyama Dental America Release Date: 3/12/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 3/12/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Our lives are growing more and more complex. Our practices are growing more and more complex. We are continually being asked to do more and more while reimbursements are staying flat. We must work to remain efficient with our everyday workflows. This CE webinar will demonstrate opportunities to simplify our everyday restorative dentistry while maintaining excellent results!

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Eyes Wide Open - A Stroll Into the World of Bioactivity Presenter: Dr. Ron Kaminer CE Supporter: Premier Dental Release Date: 3/7/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 3/7/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The term bioactivty has been used loosely for the past few years in dentistry. Is it just a term that dentists and hygienists like to hear or is there any clinical relevance to this term? In this CE webinar, join us as we explore the "bioactive" world as it relates to dental products and materials and discover potential uses of bioactive products in dentistry.

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EXTRA SMART - A Technical for Expanding the Clinical Use of Silver Diamine Fluoride Presenter: Dr. Geoffrey Knight CE Supporter: SDI Release Date: 3/6/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 3/6/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar shows how to apply Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) and Potassium Iodide (KI) to turn dental caries into a non staining, protective base beneath a restoration. Restoring single surface occlusal or proximal caries with auto cure glass ionomer cement and multiple surface lesions with a GIC/composite resin “sandwich” restoration.

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MACdentistry: The What, When, How, and Why of Current Indirect Restorative Materials, Adhesives, and Cements Presenter: Dr. Thomas Dudney CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 3/1/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 3/1/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

As restorative materials, adhesives, and cements, continue to evolve, change, and improve it becomes more difficult for restorative dentists to keep up with the latest advances. With increasingly higher patient expectations for long term clinical success, it is important that the dentist have an understanding and working knowledge of these materials in order to make sound decisions. This CE webinar will discuss factors affecting the selection of these materials, adhesives, and cements, and show cases to demonstrate their use in different clinical situations.

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RMGI Cements & Restorative Materials, Our Best Friends! Presenter: Dr. Jose-Luis Ruiz CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 2/28/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 2/28/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, we will review what Resin Modified Glass Ionomers (RMGIs) are and why they should always be part of the modern dentist armamentarium. When isolation is near impossible, nothing will help contribute to success more than our old friends, the RMGIs.

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The Buried Treasure of Unscheduled Treatment Presenter: Sally McKenzie CE Supporter: Practice Management Release Date: 2/7/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 2/7/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Discover how tens of thousands of dollars never get transferred from your practice management software to your checking account. Learn how lack of systems and accountability contribute to burying your treasure!

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Increasing Positive Outcomes for Light Cured Direct Composite Restorations Presenter: Dr. Jeff Horowitz CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 2/5/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 2/5/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Light-cured direct composite restorations account for a great deal of the production in many restorative dental practices. The use of bulk-fill light cured materials have helped improve efficiency. Careful attention must still be given in order to prevent errors that can ultimately compromise the longevity of these restorations. This CE webinar will explore material and technique choices with regard to light-cured bulk-fill resins and focus on specific practices to increase predictability for the practitioner and patient alike.

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Engaging with Self Ligation Presenter: Dr. Lisa Alvetro CE Supporter: Solventum (formerly 3M Health Care) Release Date: 2/2/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 2/2/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Dr. Lisa Alvetro and her assistant, Jennifer McWhinney discuss expectations and treatment differences seen when using passive self-ligated appliances compared to ligated bracket systems. This webinar provides insights on treatment considerations when implementing self-ligation into your practice. Following are the main topics covered in this webinar: • Passive and Active Bracket Systems • Low Force and Light Wires • Archwire Considerations • Archwire Activation

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La Bioactividad en la Odontología Restauradora: El siguiente paso en el cuidado integral de nuestros pacientes Presenter: Dr. Delfin Barquero CE Supporter: Pulpdent Release Date: 1/25/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 1/25/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Spanish Webinar with English subtitles Al finalizar este webinar de CE, el estudiante podrá: • Comprender por qué la bioactividad es la mejor herramienta para el cuidado preventivo y restaurador. • Familiarizarse con materiales bioactivos restauradores. • Adquirir consejos clínicos para lograr eficiencia en el tiempo restaurando dientes con materiales bioactivos.

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Recreating Nature with CAD/CAM Materials: Clinical Applications and Esthetic Design Presenter: Dr. Karyn Halpern CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 1/23/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 1/23/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Karyn Halpern, DMD, MS, will discuss the latest materials available in CAD/CAM and their different clinical applications. In this CE webinar, every attendee will learn how to create life-like, natural restorations with the new CAD/CAM materials and nano-technologies. No prerequisites are required for this CE webinar.

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Air Polishing vs. Aqueous Powder Streaming Presenter: Melissa Obrotka, RDH, BBA, ICP CE Supporter: Kulzer Release Date: 1/18/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 1/18/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Upon completion of this CE webinar, attendees will be able to: • Understand the differences behind stain removal and biofilm management. • Comprehend the differences between first-generation air polishing devices and the newer powder streaming devices. • Identify which air abrasive powders are best for stain removal, biofilm decontamination or both. • Benefits of treating the dental implant population with aqueous powder streaming. • Introduction to adjuncts that improve debridement for both the patient and clinician when practicing aqueous powder streaming. • Implement a new process of dental hygiene care workflow.

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The Art and Science of Biologic and Biomimetic Approaches in Restorative Dentistry Presenter: Dr. Gerald Curatola CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 1/17/19     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 1/17/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will look at the philosophy of both biologic dentistry, which seeks to offer patients the most biocompatible restorative materials, and biomimetic dentistry, a type of tooth-conserving dentistry that treats weak, fractured, and decayed teeth in a way that keeps them strong and sealed from bacterial invasion.

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One and Done: A Universal Composite for the Restorative Dentist Presenter: Dr. Miles Cone CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 12/20/18     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 12/20/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This 1 hour CE webinar will examine the next generation of flowable composite resins that can be utilized in a variety of ways to benefit the aesthetic dental practitioner. Practical tips and technique protocols will be discussed to facilitate the immediate incorporation of these materials into everyday practice.

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