Online Dental CE

The Final Piece of the Puzzle - Choosing the Definitive Cement for Your Fixed Prosthetic Restoration Presenter: Dr. Martin Jablow CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 7/21/22 Expiration Date: 7/21/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

During this CE webinar, you will • learn the what are the most common types of final cements • review guidelines for proper cement selection • understand how different cements factor into successful crown and bridge

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Cementation of Indirect Restorations: Update 2022 Presenter: Dr. Jeffrey Lineberry CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 7/20/22 Expiration Date: 7/20/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Upon completion of this CE webinar, attendees will • understand the different types of cements that are available for the different types of materials that are currently used and proper conditioning of tooth and material • understand the concepts of blending certain indirect materials and cementation techniques to certain clinical applications for a successful outcome

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The Magic of Prevention Presenter: Dr. William Paveletz CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 7/19/22 Expiration Date: 7/19/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Caries infection has increased in young adult populations and continues to be a major disease for children. This CE webinar discusses the impact of Nano & ORMOCER® Technology on today’s preventive and restorative materials. Attendees will have an insightful overview of science-based solutions to provide their dental teams with innovative technologies as it relates to desensitizers, sealants, and fluoride treatments to combat patient’s current symptoms and the prevention of future dental caries.

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How Not to Play Restoration Roulette: Know the Strength of Your Indirect Restoratives and Provide Beautiful Restorations that Last! Presenter: Dr. Jason Griggs and Dr. James Klim CE Supporter: Ivoclar Release Date: 7/18/22 Expiration Date: 7/18/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Set yourself up for positive patient outcomes by understanding different ceramic strength testing methods and how they impact you. Dr. James Klim will share his methodology for material selection in case planning to ensure long-term restoration survival and outstanding patient experiences. Learn how he has kept his patients smiling bright for more than 30 years by decoding the data and using it to maximize functional and aesthetic outcomes. Dr. Klim will also provide an introduction to ISO dental material strength testing. Dr. Jason A. Griggs, Global Head of ISO - The International Organization for Standardization-Dental Ceramics will provide detailed information on how this testing is performed, the importance of knowing which testing method was used, and share new and surprising ceramic strength results when tested according to the ISO 6872 standard.

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The ABCs of Adhesive Bonding and Cementation Presenter: Dr. Thomas Dudney CE Supporter: Bisco Release Date: 7/14/22 Expiration Date: 7/14/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

While dental material and techniques have continued to improve, the options facing dentists when choosing adhesives and cements have increased to the point where making decisions can often be confusing. This CE webinar will discuss the different generations of adhesives, (including the new universal adhesives), total-etch, self-etch, and selective etch techniques, and how and when to use them clinically in an effort to simplify and help clear up some of the confusion. In addition, this webinar will discuss conventional cementation vs. adhesive resin cementation, resin-modified glass ionomer, self-adhesive resin, ion releasing, and light-cure and dual cure adhesive resin cements. Lastly clinical cases will be shown to demonstrate the use of these adhesives and cements including the proper protocols for treating the tooth and the restoration when adhesively bonding either glass ceramics like lithium disilicate or zirconia.

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Same Day Teeth: Implementing Overdentures and Hybrid Restorations into Your Practice Presenter: Dr. Ara Nazarian CE Supporter: Tokuyama Dental America Release Date: 7/13/22 Expiration Date: 7/13/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Learn the techniques that will help restore edentulous patients to proper form and function using overdentures and hybrids. Participants will also learn how Dr. Nazarian extracts teeth, levels bone, grafts and places dental implants using CBCT surgical guides. During this CE webinar, you will see case examples of total implant rehabilitation.

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Designing Smiles Can Be Fun: Predictable and Contemporary Cosmetic Dentistry Presenter: Dr. Hugh Flax CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 7/12/22 Expiration Date: 7/12/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Cosmetic dentistry is no longer a novelty as it was in the 1980s...it is serious business. Patient expectations are growing so that you must learn to master the art and science not only in the front but the back of the mouth. Fortunately, advancements in technology and materials have allowed dentists and their teams to be on the same page with the patient, lab, and specialist that help you create extra-ordinary results that are predictable and profitable for the practice and often affordable for patients.

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Know Your Flow: What is a Prophylaxis Workflow, and How Does It Help Me? Presenter: Dr. Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH CE Supporter: ACTEON Release Date: 7/11/22 Expiration Date: 7/11/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

There are many different options to provide workflow solutions through every stage of the patient care process. Through the years, technology has evolved to serve the best interests of the clinician and patient have set them apart in the industry. In this CE webinar, learn about how a standardized workflow benefits you and your patients with everyday benefits down to the smallest detail that saves you time and helps you care for your patients.

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Clear Aligner Therapy: How Advances in Monitoring, Service, and Specialist Support Allow Adding Orthodontic Treatment to Your Practice Today Presenter: Dr. Ben Miraglia CE Supporter: Candid Release Date: 6/29/22 Expiration Date: 6/29/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar is geared towards General Dentists interested in reviewing the basic principles behind all orthodontic tooth movement, as well as highlight critical differences in aligner design, aligner mechanics and treatment planning that may not be immediately apparent. Finally, this webinar will review and discuss simple to use technology that we all use in everyday life that can be easily incorporated into clear aligner therapy to significantly improve clinical oversight, while simultaneously increasing case profitability without any need for additional staff.

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KISS It (Keep It Scientific and Simple) – Sugar and Oral Health Presenter: Dr. Joy Void-Holmes, RDH, BSDH, DHSc CE Supporter: Pulpdent Release Date: 6/28/22 Expiration Date: 6/28/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

A dynamic and synergistic relationship exists between oral health and nutrition. A diet consisting of frequent consumption of sugar and fermentable carbohydrates is associated with caries disease, periodontal disease, and other dental problems. While it is common knowledge that too much sugar can lead to poor oral health, the mechanism of action behind this process is often misunderstood. In this CE webinar, attendees will learn how sugar is hydrolyzed in the oral cavity and contributes to poor oral health in the presence of malnutrition in a scientific yet simple manner.

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Shock and Awe: Shock Absorbing Nanoceramics’ Impact on All on X Restorations Presenter: Koorosh Aghakhani, CDT CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 6/27/22 Expiration Date: 6/27/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, learn how to avoid the most common sources of failures of implant retained multi-unit restorations, and gain a better understanding of the variety of materials and manufacturing methods for hybrid dentures. Case presentation and discussion topics will include: • Prep and bar design • Manufacturing methods: Milling vs Printing • Material selection: Zirconia, Nano Ceramics and PMMA

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To Guide or Not to Guide Presenter: Dr. Raffi Leblebijian CE Supporter: DMG America Release Date: 6/23/22 Expiration Date: 6/23/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

With implant expansion, doctors of all levels can optimize their skills with 3D printed surgical guide implant placement. In this CE webinar, learn how to achieve optimal, safe, and efficient results using these skills.

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Put a Little Fiber in Your Dental Diet Presenter: Dr. Troy Schmedding, DDS, AACD CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 6/22/22 Expiration Date: 6/22/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, we will look at some of the new advancements in dental restorative materials with the goal of making your dentistry more predictable. Our discussion will include everything from direct to indirect restorative techniques. These techniques will not only increase your esthetic outcomes but increase the physical properties of your restorations as well.

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Confidence with Injection Molded Class II Restorations with Heated Composite Presenter: Dr. Joshua Solomon CE Supporter: Solventum (formerly 3M Health Care) Release Date: 6/21/22 Expiration Date: 6/21/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar you will: • Understand the extensive data and testing showing the safety and efficacy of heated composite • Learn the art and science of co-curing multi-viscosity composites (surfactant resin plus heated flowable plus heated paste composite) • Achieve confidence in matrix, wedge and separator selection and modern compression based Class II preparations

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Solving the Patient Payment Dilemma: How to Turn a No into a Yes! Presenter: Dr. Sam Shamardi CE Supporter: Sunbit Release Date: 6/20/22 Expiration Date: 6/20/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The modern dental professional is better prepared to diagnose and execute complex cases today than ever before, yet one major hurdle remains unchanged: the patient's financial ability to accept treatment. Financing solutions were developed to help patients overcome cost as a barrier, yet they continue to underserve you and your patients—88% of dental professionals report they are not completely satisfied with their existing solution. This CE webinar reviews the flaws with financing and how practices are modernizing their approach with a new technology that expands patient acceptance of extensive treatment, resulting in increased productivity and completion of cases that would otherwise not be treated.

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The 5 Minute Finish for Undetectable Composite Restorations Presenter: Dr. Susan McMahon CE Supporter: SDI Release Date: 6/16/22 Expiration Date: 6/16/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Upon completion of this CE webinar, the student will: • Understand, identify and be able to sculpt appropriate anterior anatomy (line angles, lobes, emergence) and posterior anatomy (fossa, cusps, tertiary grooves). • Attain proficiency in placing surface texture to match natural tooth structure and in polishing direct composite to a high luster while maintaining the texture. • Be able to deliver undetectable direct composite restorations

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Ask the Dental Professors Part 2 Presenter: Dr. Bob Lowe and Dr. John Comisi CE Supporter: AdDent Release Date: 6/14/22 Expiration Date: 6/14/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this second part of the 2 part live panel discussion, Drs. Robert A. Lowe and John C. Comisi from the Medical University of South Carolina, James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine in Charleston, SC discuss the use of heated composites in direct restorative dentistry. For many years, composite materials have been described as “packable” and “condensable”. Is this actually true? In this segment, the doctors will take a ”deep dive” into the myriad of composite materials and placement techniques and discuss how heated composites can help solve many of the common problems encountered in “every day” practice.

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Treatment Planning During Turbulent Times Presenter: Dr. Mark E. Hyman CE Supporter: Philips Oral Healthcare Release Date: 6/13/22 Expiration Date: 6/13/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

"It can't be done like that where I live!" or..."We just need more new patients!" or...Maybe you just need to slow down, ask better questions, out-listen the competition, use cutting-edge diagnostic photography with advanced caries detection, and apply time-tested human relations principles to thrive during turbulent times. In this CE webinar, enjoy a fast-paced, interactive workshop experience where we will master the art of an exceptional new patient experience, offer a comprehensive treatment plan, and deliver a bulletproof case presentation resulting in an increased case acceptance, more optimal care dentistry, and fun!

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The Flow: A Comprehensive Esthetic Workflow Presenter: Dr. Julie Driscoll CE Supporter: Bisco Release Date: 6/9/22 Expiration Date: 6/9/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

During this CE webinar, we will • implement comprehensive treatment planning and execution through data collection and restorative approaches • build lab communication and smile design through photography and diagnostic records • implement advances in dental materials, bonding protocols and restorative solutions for best outcomes

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Your Fingertips Hold the Key to Empowering Oral Health Outcomes Presenter: Jamie Collins, RDH-EA CE Supporter: Henry Schein Brands Release Date: 6/8/22 Expiration Date: 6/8/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

What’s in your toolkit? How does your equipment impact patient care and the long-term health of longevity of your career? The implementation of quality dental equipment extends beyond basic patient care. No longer are ultrasonics intended only for calculus removal, the importance of biofilm disruption and reduction of inflammation are key in disease treatment and prevention. Choosing the correct equipment, ultrasonic tip and ideal adaption is important to improved oral health outcomes and patient comfort.

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Simple Biopsy Techniques and the Best Ways to Bill For It Presenter: Dr. Robert Convissar CE Supporter: Pierrel S.p.A. Release Date: 6/7/22 Expiration Date: 6/7/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

During this CE webinar, we will • learn how to perform simple soft tissue biopsies utilizing instruments you already have in your office • determine if a lesion is most likely benign or malignant • understand the importance of autofluorescence when determining biopsy margins • know how to bill patients/insurance companies for oral cancer examinations using autofluorescence devices

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Risky Business: Treating Periodontal Disease Based on Your Patients' AAP Classifications Presenter: Amber Auger, RDH, MPH CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 6/2/22 Expiration Date: 6/2/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Implementing the AAP classifications can seem overwhelming. In this CE webinar, discover how to execute the classification system to increase insurance coverage confidently, patient acceptance, and adequately treat patients based on their Periodontal Risk.

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If First Impressions are the Most Important, Why Do They Seem Impossible? Presenter: Dr. Foroud Hakim CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 6/1/22 Expiration Date: 6/1/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, attendees will learn: • Full proof techniques for tissue management • The latest in material advancements • Variations in approach to tackle all clinical scenarios • Clinical pearls that lead to accurate impressions "the first time, every time"

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The Art and Science of Tooth Whitening Presenter: Dr. Gerard Kugel CE Supporter: Philips Oral Healthcare Release Date: 5/31/22 Expiration Date: 5/31/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, we will review the different systems on the market as well as those on the horizon. The pros and cons of bleaching will be covered, as well as the use of different light sources to speed up the whitening process. Issues of sensitivity, mechanism of action and longevity will be discussed. Materials in this webinar will rely on scientific evidence from the literature as well as from clinical experiences.

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Critical Techniques for Veneers and Anterior Ceramics Presenter: Dr. Joseph Willardsen CE Supporter: Kuraray Noritake Release Date: 5/26/22 Expiration Date: 5/26/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In the last 10 years, there has been improvements in the preparation, seating, and finishing of anterior esthetic restorations. This CE webinar will review, with clinical cases, important clinical guidelines on case selection and avoidance, smile design and corrections techniques, new aesthetic materials, conservative preparation designs, impression techniques to achieve predictable results and seating and finishing tips.

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Nonsurgical Snoring Solution with a 9.3µm CO2 Laser Presenter: Dr. Anthony Bolamperti CE Supporter: Convergent Dental Release Date: 5/25/22 Expiration Date: 5/25/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

During this CE webinar, we will • Summarize available treatment solutions for tethered oral tissues. • Discuss the diagnosis of snoring. • Describe treatment of snoring with the 9.3 micron laser-assisted application

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Caries Prevention Strategies: Incorporating Current Treatment Modalities into Clinical Practice Presenter: Dr. Joy Void-Holmes, RDH, BSDH, DHSc CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 5/24/22 Expiration Date: 5/24/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Despite advancing technologies in dental caries and prevention it remains one of the most common oral diseases globally. Dental health care practitioners are challenged to continually evaluate current research and incorporate findings into clinical practice to adequately equip their patients with health promotion and preventive strategies. With a paradigm shift from drill and fill to minimally invasive dentistry, which focuses on conservation of tooth structure, a medical model of disease management needs to be incorporated. The caries management plan for each individual should be based upon reducing caries risk factors and enhancing the protective factors with the additional aid of behavior modification coupled with minimal intervention restorative dentistry, if appropriate. This CE webinar will take a look at the latest evidence-based practical guidelines for caries management along with strategies to incorporate new treatment methods into daily practice.

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Expedited Excellence: Increase Your Efficiency With Restorative Dentistry Presenter: Dr. Joshua Austin CE Supporter: Solventum (formerly 3M Health Care) Release Date: 5/24/22 Expiration Date: 5/24/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Stressors in dentistry have never been higher. Increased cost of doing business, inflation, supply chain issues, and short staffing to name a few. It is so important, now more than ever, that we work efficiently. This CE webinar will review strategies to increase our efficiency in both direct and indirect restorative dentistry in order to keep costs down with out sacrificing quality.

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Impression Methodology: Predictable Clinical Success Time After Time Presenter: Dr. Chad Duplantis CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 5/23/22 Expiration Date: 5/23/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In dental impressioning, there are so many variables that must be accounted for in order to achieve a great impression every attempt. Nowadays, with the introduction of digital intraoral scanners, this holds true perhaps more than ever. There are many ways to achieve an acceptable outcome, whether the approach be by conventional or digital technique. In this CE webinar, we will discuss materials methods that provide predictable results for both approaches.

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