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New Materials and Technologies Along with Fusion of Digital and Analog Workflows Can Enhance Your Restorative Practice
Presenter: Dr. Bob Lowe
CE Supporter: Premier Dental
Thu  9/24/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Thu  9/24/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU
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Improvement in materials and technologies make it possible for all dentists to expand on direct restorative services they provide for their patients and improve indirect restorative workflows for difficult aesthetic cases. This CE webinar will discuss the fusion of digital and analog workflows to enhance predictability and patient satisfaction. Step-by-step case review will highlight the individual procedural elements to improve aesthetic and functional outcomes of your most challenging cases. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )


Restorative Dentistry: Products, Innovations, Strategies, and Concepts that Make Fillings More Fulfilling
Presenter: Dr. Ankur Gupta
CE Supporter: VOCO America
Wed  9/30/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Wed  9/30/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU
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While most dentists consider fillings a major part of their bread and butter practice repertoire, most would agree that they are not enjoyable. voids, overhangs, post-op sensitivity, marginal leakage and stain, all combine to make fillings stressful, annoying, and difficult. In this highly relatable and pragmatic one hour CE webinar, Dr. Gupta shares simple products, procedural tweaks, and innovative strategy that make this part of dentistry more satisfying. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )


Enamel Opacities Simplified: Digital Diagnosis and Modern Minimally Invasive Solutions
Presenter: Dr. Troy Schmedding, DDS, AACD
CE Supporter: DMG America
Wed  10/7/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Wed  10/7/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU
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Enamel opacities - white spot lesions, fluorosis, trauma, and MIH - complicate diagnosis and treatment. This CE webinar offers a modern, simplified approach using transillumination, digital workflows, and updated materials to assess lesion depth and select the right treatment, including resin infiltration. Case examples cover expectation management and efficient, predictable outcomes - helping dentists deliver minimally invasive esthetic care with confidence and consistency.
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Beyond Shape: Characterization and Texture in Direct Composite Veneers
Presenter: Dr. Drew Ballard
CE Supporter: Tokuyama Dental America
Mon  10/12/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Mon  10/12/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU
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Creating a beautiful direct composite veneer is about more than achieving the right shape and shade. The details that ultimately make a restoration feel natural are often found in the final stages: surface texture, characterization, anatomy, light reflection, and the subtle imperfections that allow the dentistry to blend seamlessly with the surrounding dentition. In this CE webinar, Dr. Drew Ballard will share his approach to characterization and texture in direct composite resin veneers, demonstrating how he takes a restoration from simply well-shaped to natural and lifelike. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how intentional surface anatomy and characterization influence the way composite interacts with light, along with practical techniques that can be incorporated into everyday anterior composite cases. The goal is not to create a “perfect” tooth—it is to create dentistry that disappears. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )


Light, Bond, Restore: Optimizing Adhesives, Composites, and Curing Protocols for Long-Term Clinical Success
Presenter: Dr. Sam Simos
CE Supporter: Premier Dental
Thu  11/19/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Fri  11/20/26    0:00 AM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU
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Successful direct restorations require more than selecting a composite and placing it into a preparation. Long-term clinical success is dependent upon understanding the complex relationship between adhesive systems, restorative materials, and light-curing technology. Advances in universal adhesives, bulk-fill and nanohybrid composites, antimicrobial restorative materials, and high-output LED curing lights have provided clinicians with powerful tools to improve efficiency and predictability. However, improper material selection or curing protocols can compromise polymerization, bond durability, marginal integrity, esthetics, and restoration longevity.

This evidence-based CE webinar reviews the science behind contemporary adhesive dentistry and composite placement while providing practical clinical protocols that can be immediately implemented in everyday practice. Through clinical cases, current research, and real-world restorative workflows, participants will learn how to maximize restorative performance by optimizing the interaction between adhesives, composites, and curing lights. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )


Stick With It! Updates in Bonding and Cementation
Presenter: Dr. Chad Duplantis
CE Supporter: Bisco
Tue  12/8/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Wed  12/9/26    0:00 AM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU
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Successful indirect restorations require more than selecting the right material — they depend on choosing the appropriate cement and following the correct clinical protocol. This practical one-hour CE webinar simplifies contemporary bonding and cementation by reviewing current materials, clinical indications, surface-treatment protocols, and common causes of failure. Participants will gain practical strategies for improving restorative predictability, durability, and efficiency while minimizing postoperative sensitivity. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )


I Have It…You Need It! - "Stick It” To Your Patients!
Presenter: Dr. Howard Glazer
CE Supporter: VOCO America
Tue  12/15/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Wed  12/16/26    0:00 AM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU
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This CE webinar is about real dentistry for real patients by a real dentist! Dr. Glazer will present a potpourri of materials and techniques for patients that present with caries and broken teeth that will make your day at the office easier and more productive. The webinar will focus on aesthetic adhesive restorations, lab processed veneer cementation, restoring endodontically treated teeth, as well as crown and bridge solutions. He will discuss what’s tried and true, and what’s new. Learning about the latest products will benefit you and your patients with materials that are faster, easier, and better for you and your patients. Dr. Glazer, international lecturer and author, writes a bi-monthly column, “I Have It…You Need It!” in Dental Economics magazine where he reviews new products and materials.
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Beyond Bonding: The Next Evolution of Restorative Dentistry
Presenter: Dr. Todd Snyder
CE Supporter: Pulpdent
Release Date: 9/2/26
Expiration Date: 9/2/29
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Discover how preparation design, adhesive protocols, and bioactive restorative materials work together to create stronger, longer-lasting, more predictable restorations. Adhesive dentistry has transformed the way we restore teeth, but successful restorative treatment requires more than simply creating a strong bond. Material selection, preparation design, isolation, and an understanding of how restorative materials interact with the oral environment all play a critical role in long-term clinical success. This CE webinar explores the evolution of restorative dentistry beyond traditional adhesive concepts and examines how bioactive restorative materials can contribute to durable, predictable outcomes. Through evidence-based principles, clinical techniques, and real-world case presentations, participants will gain practical strategies for improving efficiency, reducing failures, and selecting restorative materials that support both the restoration and the surrounding tooth structure.







Bright Light, Dry Bite: Work Smarter, Not Wetter!
Presenter: Dr. Lundon Albrecht
CE Supporter: Zyris, creators of Isolite
Release Date: 8/26/26
Expiration Date: 8/26/29
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Effective isolation makes routine procedures easier and more predictable. In this CE webinar, you will see how routine procedures are made more efficient with effective isolation, and how isolation can be simplified.







Universally Speaking: Let's Get Universal with Adhesives and Composites
Presenter: Dr. Lauren Yasuda Rainey
CE Supporter: VOCO America
Release Date: 8/5/26
Expiration Date: 8/5/29
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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From simplified workflows to dependable clinical performance, this fast-paced CE webinar breaks down why universal adhesives and composites are quickly becoming the go-to materials - and why they may deserve a permanent spot in your restorative playlist.







Bonded Beyond Beauty: Functional Esthetics through Adhesive Dentistry
Presenter: Dr. Dimple Desai
CE Supporter: Bisco
Release Date: 7/16/26
Expiration Date: 7/16/29
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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In this CE webinar, participants will gain practical experience in achieving precise preparations and creating functional, esthetic final restorations. The webinar also emphasizes the importance of digital photography, polarized images, and shade-matching protocols. Attendees will learn how to integrate these techniques to achieve predictable, high-quality outcomes. This CE webinar is ideal for clinicians seeking to refine their skills and improve adhesive for exceptional restorations.







From Chaos to Clusters: 50 Shades of Grey May Be Okay, but 50 Shades of Composite, Really?
Presenter: Dr. Foroud Hakim
CE Supporter: VOCO America
Release Date: 7/15/26
Expiration Date: 7/15/29
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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In an era where every manufacturer is throwing their hat into the shade simplification ring, how can the pragmatic doctor navigate the waters? From the promise of single shade, omnichromatic entries, to shade reduced options, and perhaps even well designed clustered shade pallets, this webinar is designed to debunk the myths and give attendees the tools to make educated material selection decisions. These decisions can lead to better inventory economics, while simultaneously improving the predictability of esthetic outcomes for patients. In this dynamic CE webinar, Dr. Hakim will share the latest innovations in the category, while also reviewing the basics of adhesive composite delivery to reinforce successful and lasting restorations.







Stop Freehanding Injection Composite - A Smarter Workflow for Composite Bonding
Presenter: Dr. Mackenzie "Mac" Kelley
CE Supporter: VOCO America
Release Date: 7/13/26
Expiration Date: 7/13/29
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Freehand composite bonding can be technique-sensitive, time-consuming, and inconsistent, even for experienced clinicians. As patient expectations continue to rise, dentists need a more predictable and efficient approach to delivering high-quality aesthetic results. This CE webinar introduces a smarter workflow for composite bonding using injection techniques. Participants will learn how to transition from freehand artistry to a structured, repeatable system that improves accuracy, efficiency, and confidence. We will cover case selection, smile design principles, matrix fabrication, and the clinical steps required to deliver predictable results.







Bonding, Warming and Curing to Maximize Success with Composite Restorations
Presenter: Dr. John Zalesky
CE Supporter: Bisco
Release Date: 6/29/26
Expiration Date: 6/29/29
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Does your daily restorative routine feel hindered by unpredictable outcomes or complex material choices? Nowadays, clinicians have many options for different options when it comes to composite restorations. Materials such as microfills, microhybrids, nanofills, bulkfills, and flowables are getting stronger and more versatile. Universal adhesives offer a level of compatibility that was not available a decade ago. This CE webinar presents an overview of how composite bonding chemistry, restorative materials and composite warming helps maximize the success of composite restorations.







Seeing is Believing: Visual Transformation Technology in Composite Restorations
Presenter: Dr. Marc Geissberger
CE Supporter: VOCO America
Release Date: 6/8/26
Expiration Date: 6/8/29
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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New materials, technology and techniques are developing at such a rapid pace that practitioners can become overwhelmed. Add to this the increased expectations of esthetic patients and the clinical performance of materials and the entire experience can be challenging. This CE webinar will explore the recent trends in composite restorative materials with an emphasis on demystifying the concept of chameleon technology. Dr. Geissberger will describe significant changes that have occurred over the last few years enabling clinicians to place few layers, limit inventory, and establish life-like restorations.







Laser Dentistry in the Real World: Practical Applications for Restorative, Surgical, and Aesthetic Cases
Presenter: Dr. Tony Carreon
CE Supporter: Light Instruments
Release Date: 6/2/26
Expiration Date: 6/2/29
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Laser dentistry has moved beyond theory and into everyday clinical practice, offering clinicians new ways to improve precision, efficiency, and patient experience. In this engaging and clinically focused CE webinar, Dr. Tony Carreon shares how lasers can be seamlessly integrated into daily workflows across restorative, surgical, and aesthetic procedures. Through real-world cases and practical insights, participants will gain a clear understanding of where laser technology truly makes a difference, from minimizing discomfort and reducing the need for anesthesia to enhancing clinical outcomes and patient acceptance. This webinar is designed for clinicians looking to move beyond concepts and confidently apply laser dentistry in their own practice.







Everyday Composites Made Extraordinary
Presenter: Dr. Anthony Mennito
CE Supporter: Ivoclar
Release Date: 5/26/26
Expiration Date: 5/26/29
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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In this CE webinar, Dr. Tony Mennito will explore all the elements that go into making beautiful and long lasting composite resin restorations. Picture this; a patient walks into your office with worn, broken down teeth. They want to feel that confidence that comes with a great smile. Composite resin can be a great, cost-effective material to help patients get their smile back. In this webinar Dr. Mennito will show you how you can utilize tools like dental photography, direct mock ups, and modern dental materials to win the confidence of your patients and deliver the highest esthetic outcomes.


Dental Podcast Episodes 
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Episode 803: Universal Composites with Dr. Marc Geissberger: What Dentists Need to Know
View All Episodes from: VOCO Dental Podcast Series
Series: VOCO America CE Credits: 0.5
Presenter: Dr. Marc Geissberger Release Date: 9/14/26

Episode 791: The Latest in Composite Dentistry: Universal Composites, Bonding & Clinical Pearls
View All Episodes from: Bisco Dental Podcast Series
Series: Bisco CE Credits: 0.5
Presenter: Dr. John Zalesky Release Date: 8/3/26

Episode 787: Clinical Pearls for Esthetic Composite Dentistry: Material Selection, Cutback Technique, Occlusion and More
View All Episodes from: Ivoclar Dental Podcast Series
Series: Ivoclar CE Credits: 0.5
Presenter: Dr. Tiffani Dunn Release Date: 7/20/26

Episode 777: Why Isolation Is Non-Negotiable for Predictable Bonding Success
View All Episodes from: Zyris Isolite
Series: Zyris, creators of Isolite CE Credits: 0.5
Presenter: Dr. Nathaniel Lawson Release Date: 6/15/26

Episode 775: Mastering Adhesive Dentistry: Enamel, Dentin, and Smarter Bonding Decisions
View All Episodes from: Solventum Dental Podcast Series
Series: Solventum (formerly 3M Health Care) CE Credits: 0.5
Presenter: Dr. Nicholas Marongiu Release Date: 6/8/26

Episode 764: The End of the Composite Drawer: One Material for Every Case?
View All Episodes from: VOCO Dental Podcast Series
Series: VOCO America CE Credits: 0.5
Presenter: Dr. Sam Simos Release Date: 4/27/26

Episode 750: The One-Composite Question: Can a Universal Material Really Do It All?
View All Episodes from: VOCO Dental Podcast Series
Series: VOCO America CE Credits: 0.5
Presenter: Dr. Susan McMahon Release Date: 3/9/26

Episode 739: Seal the Deal: Perfecting Rubber Dam Placement in Endodontics
View All Episodes from: The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast
Series: Viva Learning Originals CE Credits: 0.5
Presenter: Dr. Robert Milad Release Date: 1/29/26

Episode 737: The Blue Light Hazard in Dentistry: What You Need to Know
View All Episodes from: The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast
Series: Viva Learning Originals CE Credits: 0.5
Presenter: Dr. Marie Fluent Release Date: 1/22/26

Episode 736: Doing More with Less: Restoring the ‘Hopeless’ Tooth with Composite
View All Episodes from: Bisco Dental Podcast Series
Series: Bisco CE Credits: 0.5
Presenter: Dr. John Gammichia Release Date: 1/19/26

Clinical Tips 
 

Invincible Marriage
Sponsor: Viva Learning
Presenter: Dr. Marvin Chacon
Released: 6/12/26
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Dr. Marvin Chacon discusses the ideal treatment plan for a single missing tooth using GrandioSO Flow.


The Latest on Composite Restorative
Sponsor: Viva Learning
Presenter: Dr. Troy Schmedding, DDS, AACD
Released: 4/1/26
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Dr. Troy Schmedding discusses the latest on restorative composites.


The Impact of Giomer Technology in Composite
Sponsor: Viva Learning
Presenter: Dr. Neville Hatfield
Released: 2/13/26
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Dr. Neville Hatfield discusses the impact of Giomer Technology in SHOFU composites in cases of recurrent decay.


Composite Resin Sealants are Plaque Traps
Sponsor: Viva Learning
Presenter: Dr. Brian Novy
Released: 7/29/25
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Dr. Brian Nový discusses partially retained composite resin sealants as being custom fitted plaque traps for teeth.


Get Rid of Those Pesky Voids in Your Composites
Sponsor: Viva Learning
Presenter: Dr. Lauren Yasuda Rainey
Released: 6/27/25
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Dr. Lauren Rainey discusses the benefits of warming composites before application.


Vital Pulpal Therapy in Pediatric Patients
Sponsor: Viva Learning
Presenter: Dr. Carla Cohn
Released: 6/20/25
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Dr. Carla Cohn discusses using TheraCal LC as an indirect pulp therapy or a direct pulp cap depending on the clinical case.


Injection Molding Is A Great Option For Your Patients - Part 2
Sponsor: Viva Learning
Presenter: Dr. Tal Wilkins IV
Released: 6/13/25
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Dr. Tal Wilkins IV discusses the type of patients ideal for injection molding and how to approach these patients.


Injection Molding Is A Great Option For Your Patients - Part 1
Sponsor: Viva Learning
Presenter: Dr. Tal Wilkins IV
Released: 6/13/25
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Dr. Tal Wilkins IV discusses injection molding using GC's G-ænial™ Universal Injectable, which is highly filled.


Glass Ionomer Liners Are Key to Patient Comfort
Sponsor: Viva Learning
Presenter: Dr. Jeff Brucia
Released: 6/6/25
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Dr. Jeff Brucia discusses how using a glass ionomer liner helps to prevent or eliminate post-operative sensitivity, such as Riva Bond.


Composite Restorative Sensitivity is a Tug-of-War
Sponsor: Viva Learning
Presenter: Dr. Jeff Brucia
Released: 6/6/25
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Dr. Jeff Brucia discusses how composite restorative sensitivity is a tug-of-war between bond strength and shrinkage stress.


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