This Week

Minimally Invasive Implant Maintenance: A Confident, Modern Approach to Implant Preservation Reserve Seat Presenter: Karen Davis, RDH, BSDH CE Supporter: EMS Dental Thu  9/10/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT Thu  9/10/26    11:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

Implant maintenance doesn’t need to feel risky or uncertain. This CE webinar is designed to replace hesitation with clarity, confidence, and protocols to preserve implants and prevent disease initiation. Grounded in current evidence and minimally invasive principles, the webinar helps clinicians protect implant investments, prevent complications, and standardize care. Attendees will be able to appraise the science and benefits of Guided Biofilm Therapy for professional implant maintenance and appraise benefits of adjunctive technologies patients and clinicians value for implant preservation. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )

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Periodontitis Decoded: AAP Classification, Communication, and Customized Care Reserve Seat Presenter: Shelley Brown, MEd, BSDH, AS, RDH, FADHA CE Supporter: GUM Tue  9/22/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT Tue  9/22/26    11:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

Mastering the complexities of periodontal disease requires a seamless bridge between diagnostic precision and patient-centered execution. This case-based CE webinar is designed to demystify the AAP Periodontal Classification System, transforming it from a diagnostic checklist into a powerful framework for clinical decision-making.

Participants will engage in the practical application of staging and grading, learning how to translate clinical findings directly into highly customized, evidence-based treatment plans. Beyond the probe depths, we will explore the latest modalities in non-surgical periodontal therapy (NSPT), advanced biofilm management strategies, and the science behind individualized homecare recommendations.

Through guided, interactive case walkthroughs, you will apply these concepts to real-world clinical scenarios, sharpening your diagnostic ability and treatment confidence. Finally, because the best treatment plan only works if the patient partners with you, the course concludes with actionable Motivational Interviewing (MI) techniques. You will leave equipped to elevate your patient communication, break down barriers to treatment acceptance, and inspire long-term homecare compliance. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )

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Inflammation Without Borders - The Pathway of Oral Inflammation to Systemic Disease Reserve Seat Presenter: Jo-Anne Jones CE Supporter: Philips Oral Healthcare Thu  10/1/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT Thu  10/1/26    11:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

We’ve heard it all before, however what are we doing about it? Strong evidence continues to reinforce that what begins as inflammation in the mouth greatly influences disease progression in other organs and systems throughout the body. This CE webinar will explore the biologic pathways linking the compromised oral environment to systemic disease. It’s time to recognize our critical role in early identification, prevention, patient education, and intervention strategies that support both oral and systemic health outcomes. Emerge with efficient, patient-centered communication tools that translate into meaningful opportunities to convey the impact of compromised oral health on systemic well-being. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )

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Beyond the Gums: Airway, Inflammation, and Periodontal Disease – Part 2 Reserve Seat Presenter: LD Coaching CE Supporter: VOCO America Thu  10/8/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT Thu  10/8/26    11:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

Periodontal disease is no longer understood as a condition driven by biofilm alone. Emerging evidence continues to highlight the role of airway dysfunction, altered breathing patterns, and chronic inflammation as contributing risk factors to periodontal breakdown. This two-part CE webinar series explores the airway–inflammation–periodontal connection through a prevention-focused, hygiene-centered lens. Participants will learn how mouth breathing and sleep-disordered breathing influence the oral microbiome, salivary function, and inflammatory burden, and how these changes present clinically during routine hygiene visits. Dental hygienists will gain practical tools for recognizing airway-related red flags, implementing simple screening strategies within their scope, communicating findings confidently with patients, and integrating prevention-based periodontal care models that support long-term stability. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )

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Biofilm Management in Modern Periodontal and Peri-Implant Therapy Reserve Seat Presenter: Dr. Andrea Ravidà CE Supporter: EMS Dental Mon  10/19/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT Mon  10/19/26    11:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

Modern periodontal and peri-implant therapy is increasingly guided by biologically driven, minimally invasive principles aimed at effective biofilm disruption while preserving hard and soft tissues. The integration of piezoelectric instrumentation and air-polishing technologies allows clinicians to tailor biofilm management strategies according to the specific clinical indication.

This CE webinar will describe the application of thin piezoelectric instrumentation for minimally invasive non-surgical periodontal therapy. The role of subgingival air polishing in the management of peri-implant mucositis will be discussed, with an emphasis on effective biofilm disruption while preserving implant surface integrity. In more advanced peri-implant disease, supra- and submucosal air-polishing approaches will be illustrated as part of a structured therapeutic protocol.

Through clinical cases and protocol-based workflows, the webinar will demonstrate how the appropriate selection and integration of these technologies, guided by biological rationale and disease severity, can enhance precision, tissue preservation, and long-term periodontal and peri-implant stability. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )

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Aligned for Success - Elevating the Clear Aligner Journey Through Smarter Hygiene Reserve Seat Presenter: Dr. Sara Mahmood CE Supporter: Philips Oral Healthcare Tue  11/17/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT Wed  11/18/26    0:00 AM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

Clear aligner treatment is more than tooth movement; it’s a full-mouth health transformation. This CE webinar walks doctors and teams through the habits, hygiene strategies, and patient coaching that keep aligner cases tracking, gingiva healthy, and refinement rates low. Learn how to guide patients through a predictable aligner journey by integrating simple, science-backed hygiene protocols that support biological success without overwhelming your workflow. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )

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Fluoride: Friend or Foe? Reserve Seat Presenter: Linda Hecker, RDH CE Supporter: VOCO America Wed  12/2/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT Thu  12/3/26    0:00 AM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

This CE webinar is designed to present the benefits of fluoride in the prevention of carious lesions. A comparison of fluoride products and different types of fluoride will be discussed.
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When Patients Understand Their Disease, Prevention Changes - AI's Role in Diagnosis and Communication Reserve Seat Presenter: Dr. Adam Burr CE Supporter: Philips Oral Healthcare Mon  12/7/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT Tue  12/8/26    0:00 AM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

When patients do not clearly understand their disease, preventive recommendations can feel optional rather than urgent. Emerging artificial intelligence technologies are changing this dynamic by helping clinicians identify disease earlier and communicate those findings more clearly during the patient conversation.

Participants will learn how emerging artificial intelligence tools are improving both disease recognition and clinical communication in modern dental practice. The CE webinar will also discuss practical strategies for incorporating these tools into everyday patient conversations, strengthening preventive recommendations, and connecting professional care with effective daily home-care routines. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )

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Everyday Sensitivity Management for the Clinical Team Presenter: Ms. Shannon Pace Brinker, CDA CE Supporter: Ivoclar Release Date: 8/27/26 Expiration Date: 8/27/29 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar simplifies sensitivity management through a practical, real-world approach designed for the entire clinical team. Participants will learn how to identify different types of sensitivity using a simplified clinical decision tree and understand how to match the right products and protocols to specific patient needs. The webinar will also review proper application techniques for commonly used desensitizing materials, evidence-based in-office therapies, and at-home recommendations that improve patient comfort and long-term outcomes. Attendees will leave with practical strategies they can immediately implement to improve patient education, reduce post-operative discomfort, and create more predictable sensitivity management protocols within their practice.

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What Does Science Tell Us About Fluoride Varnish? Presenter: Shelley Brown, MEd, BSDH, AS, RDH, FADHA CE Supporter: Centrix Release Date: 8/24/26 Expiration Date: 8/24/29 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

We are all familiar with fluoride varnish but in today's environment of fluoride hesitancy, misinformation, and marketing noise, it's easy to lose sight of the science that makes it so effective. To continue delivering the highest standard of preventive care, clinicians need a clear understanding of what actually happens after varnish is applied and why those mechanisms matter clinically. This CE webinar takes a closer look at the science behind fluoride varnish, including fluoride uptake, fluorapatite formation, and the role prolonged contact time plays in long-term enamel protection. We'll also explore how varnish formulations behave on the tooth surface and what clinicians should consider when selecting a varnish for their patients.

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Beyond the Gums: Airway, Inflammation, and Periodontal Disease - Part 1 Presenter: LD Coaching CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 8/20/26 Expiration Date: 8/20/29 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Periodontal disease is no longer understood as a condition driven by biofilm alone. Emerging evidence continues to highlight the role of airway dysfunction, altered breathing patterns, and chronic inflammation as contributing risk factors to periodontal breakdown. This two-part CE webinar series explores the airway-inflammation-periodontal connection through a prevention-focused, hygiene-centered lens. Participants will learn how mouth breathing and sleep-disordered breathing influence the oral microbiome, salivary function, and inflammatory burden, and how these changes present clinically during routine hygiene visits. Dental hygienists will gain practical tools for recognizing airway-related red flags, implementing simple screening strategies within their scope, communicating findings confidently with patients, and integrating prevention-based periodontal care models that support long-term stability.

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Eyes, Ears, and Explanations: Hygiene Assessments that Influence Comprehensive Care Acceptance Presenter: Katrina Klein, RDH CE Supporter: Philips Oral Healthcare Release Date: 8/6/26 Expiration Date: 8/6/29 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Dental hygienists are uniquely positioned to influence comprehensive patient care -without feeling like salespeople. This CE webinar explores how thorough assessments, active listening, and thoughtful communication can transform routine appointments into powerful moments of advocacy and education. Learn how to leverage your clinical observations and patient interactions to support whole-person care, enhance treatment acceptance, and elevate your role within the practice - simply by saying what you see, hear, and know. No pressure. No pitch. Just purposeful prevention.

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From Preference to Prevention: How Patient Experience Drives Home Care Compliance Presenter: Dr. Connie Wang CE Supporter: Cocolab Release Date: 8/3/26 Expiration Date: 8/3/29 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Why do some patients maintain excellent home care habits while others struggle to stay consistent? This webinar explores the behavioral science behind oral health compliance, examining how patient preferences, habits, and reward systems influence daily home care routines. Participants will gain insight into the common reasons flossing and other preventive behaviors break down over time and learn practical strategies for guiding patients toward lasting change. Through a behavior-based approach, attendees will discover how to improve patient engagement, strengthen recommendations, and select tools that support long-term success. By understanding what truly motivates patients, dental professionals can help transform home care from an occasional intention into a sustainable preventive habit.

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And the Answer Is... It Depends! Answers to Your Questions About Dental Implant Maintenance Presenter: Lynn Pencek, RDH, MS CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 7/22/26 Expiration Date: 7/22/29 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Discover why there are conflicting opinions on caring for patients with dental implants. This exclusive CE webinar is designed specifically to address the real questions and concerns of dental hygienists like you! In 2024, a survey gathered insights from over 600 dental hygienists, revealing the most pressing inquiries about education, workplace experiences, and best practices in dental implant maintenance. This webinar brings those questions to the forefront, offering expert guidance and evidence-based strategies to enhance your knowledge and elevate your patient care. Join us for a deep dive into dental implants, where you'll gain invaluable insights, practical techniques, and the confidence to excel in implant maintenance and treatment.

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50 Shades of Inflammation: the Mouth Body Mind Connection Presenter: Dr. Uche Odiatu CE Supporter: Philips Oral Healthcare Release Date: 7/2/26 Expiration Date: 7/2/29 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Want to learn about "permanent lifestyle change" and quench your patients' flames & their disease risk? There is an avalanche of evidence demonstrating the connection between your patients' mouths with their modern lifestyle habits: lack of sleep (saps their discipline), shift work (after 4 night-shifts blood sugar is elevated), poorly managed stress (shows up in every cell of their body), overeating (high fat & processed food boosts inflammation), and sedentary living (did you know "Sitting is the New Smoking?"). And it's bi-directional; the oral environment has far reaching effects on the rest of the body. Patients appreciate the dental health professional who sees the bigger picture in the body, mind and mouth and see its interconnectedness. Stop the fiery cascade with specific dental & lifestyle solutions guaranteed to change your patients' health destiny. This fact filled and inspirational CE webinar is a "call to arms" against "hot spots" of inflammation - "let's douse the flames!"

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The Equipment Upgrade That Has the Greatest Impact in a Dental Practice Presenter: Dr. Ankur Gupta CE Supporter: EMS Dental Release Date: 6/23/26 Expiration Date: 6/23/29 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In a world of scanners, lasers, and 3D printers, why would a dentist invest in GBT for their hygiene department? Dentists will never be free of the temptation to purchase another toy. Constant innovation in technology regularly promises to make dentistry easier, more predictable, and highly satisfying for the patient. The problem is, most equipment upgrades are used, at best, once or twice a day. Guided Biofilm Therapy is the one investment in dentistry that can be used on every patient that comes in for hygiene, making their experience more pleasant, efficient, effective, and motivating.

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Chairside Challenges, Lifelong Smiles: Dental Care for the Aging Adult Presenter: Sonya Dunbar, RDH CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 4/14/26 Expiration Date: 4/14/29 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Oral health for older adults is an increasingly significant challenge in dentistry today. As people age, their risk of developing caries, periodontal disease, and other oral health complications rises. This heightened risk is often exacerbated by systemic health conditions, polypharmacy, and decreased dexterity, which can impact daily hygiene practices. Unlike younger populations, older adults face unique barriers, including complex medical histories, cognitive decline, and notable changes in insurance coverage after retirement. These factors not only affect their access to dental care but also influence how treatments must be planned and delivered. This evidence-based CE webinar equips dental professionals with practical strategies to enhance the quality of care for older adults in dental office settings. Participants will learn to identify the specific caries risk factors associated with aging patients, apply preventive and minimally invasive management strategies, and adjust treatment protocols for medically fragile individuals. The webinar will also address the impact of changing insurance structures after retirement on access to care, as well as how dental teams can navigate these challenges to provide effective and patient-centered outcomes.

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GBT meets GPT: AI for Dental Hygiene Presenter: Dr. Peter Fritz CE Supporter: EMS Dental Release Date: 4/6/26 Expiration Date: 4/6/29 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar introduces dental professionals to the fundamentals of artificial intelligence and its practical applications in patient care. Participants will explore how AI technologies are transforming diagnostics, documentation, and patient education in the dental operatory. Using a five-domain framework, the course examines how AI intersects with the full scope of dental practice: diagnostic, predictive, operational, professional/regulatory, and compassionate AI. Participants will discover how tools like GPT and GBT each deliver meaningful platform value and experience value, enhancing capability and quality across clinical workflows. Through real-world examples and practice-relevant case studies, this course will leave you informed, empowered, and ready to embrace the future of dental care.

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Episode 798: From GP to Perio Practice: Expanding Your Role as a Dental Hygienist View All Episodes from: The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast

Series: Viva Learning Originals CE Credits: 0.5 Presenter: Cheryl Calmis, RDH, BS, M.Ed Release Date: 8/27/26

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Episode 794: Health-Centered Dentistry: A Smarter Path to Improved Clinical Outcomes and Practice Growth View All Episodes from: The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast

Series: Viva Learning Originals CE Credits: 0.25 Presenter: Dr. Phil Klein Release Date: 8/12/26

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Episode 771: Posture, Pain, and Prevention: The Ergonomics Wake-Up Call for Dental Professionals View All Episodes from: The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast

Series: Viva Learning Originals CE Credits: 0.5 Presenter: Caitlin Parsons, RDH Release Date: 5/21/26

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Episode 760: From Disease to Remission: A New Framework for Periodontal Care View All Episodes from: Sunstar Dental Podcast Series

Series: GUM CE Credits: 0.5 Presenter: Marianne Dryer, RDH, MEd Release Date: 4/13/26

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Episode 758: The Dental Hygiene Multiplier: How Aligned Systems Fuel Sustainable Growth View All Episodes from: VOCO Dental Podcast Series

Series: VOCO America CE Credits: 0.5 Presenter: Tiffany Wuebben, RDH Release Date: 4/6/26

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Episode 753: The Rise of DIY Dentistry on Social Media: Why it Matters View All Episodes from: The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast

Series: Viva Learning Originals CE Credits: 0.5 Presenter: Cheryl Calmis, RDH, BS, M.Ed Release Date: 3/19/26

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Episode 751: Bridging the Dentist-Hygienist Gap: Comprehensive Care Starts in the Hygiene Chair View All Episodes from: The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast

Series: Viva Learning Originals CE Credits: 0.5 Presenter: Katrina Klein, RDH Release Date: 3/12/26

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Episode 740: The Prevention Paradigm: Why Dentistry’s Future Starts Before Disease Begins View All Episodes from: Centrix Dental Podcast Series

Series: Centrix CE Credits: 0.5 Presenter: Dr. Joy Void-Holmes, RDH, BSDH, DHSc Release Date: 2/2/26

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Episode 731: The Power of Isolation: A Game Changer for Dental Teams View All Episodes from: Zyris Isolite

Series: Zyris, creators of Isolite CE Credits: 0.5 Presenter: Ms. Shannon Pace Brinker, CDA Release Date: 12/29/25

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Episode 719: Investing in Ergonomics: A Win for Hygienists, Dentists, and Patients View All Episodes from: Viva Learning Originals

Series: Viva Learning Originals CE Credits: 0.5 Presenter: Caitlin Parsons, RDH Release Date: 11/10/25

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Empowering Dental Hygienists Sponsor: Viva Learning Presenter: Lancette VanGuilder, RDH, BS Released: 6/27/25 Play Clinical Tip

Lancette VanGuilder discusses her aspirations and drive to be a dental hygienist and what dental hygiene meant for her.

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How to show your boss what you're worth...and get a raise! Sponsor: Viva Learning Presenter: Camille Luke, RDH, MSDH Released: 4/3/25 Play Clinical Tip

Camille Luke discusses how to show your boss what you're worth through improving the vital signs of your hygiene department and get a raise.

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