Online Dental CE

Proper Bur Selection for Restorative Procedures Presenter: Dr. Marc Geissberger CE Supporter: Microcopy Release Date: 6/25/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/25/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Direct and Indirect dentistry both require the use of burs to accomplish the restorative end result. Decay removal, tooth reduction, contouring, finishing and polishing all use different burs and can balloon a practice’s inventory if not properly managed. Additionally, utilizing bur that are past their prime can reduce productivity and cause damaging stress to dental turbines, leading to expensive handpiece repair. This CE webinar will review the most common direct and indirect clinical procedures and the burs that are optimum for each procedure. Strategies for inventory control and reduction will be discussed.

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Don’t Have Job Descriptions? Here’s Why You Should! Presenter: Sally McKenzie CE Supporter: Practice Management Release Date: 6/20/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/20/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Your team can’t be very effective if they don’t have clear goals or know what tasks they’re expected to complete each day. Learn why job descriptions give employees the guidance they need to excel in their roles, provide accountability and reduce staff conflict.

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Maximizing Anterior Aesthetics Utilizing Biologic Restorative Dental Materials Presenter: Dr. Gerald Curatola CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 6/14/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/14/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will introduce and familiarize the dental clinician in the philosophy of biologic dentistry in the design, application, and use of new composite and ceramic technologies. These offer maximum aesthetics and function to that patient while also providing high biocompatibility in chemistry, and minimizing the exposure potential of harmful volatile compounds (e.g., BPAs) that still exist in many alternative composite restorative materials.

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Bioactive Materials for Safeguarding the Pulp Presenter: Dr. Martin Jablow CE Supporter: Septodont Release Date: 6/13/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/13/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, the participant will learn the following • When to attempt vital pulp therapy and when not to • Choosing a bioactive material for direct vital pulp capping • What the research says about the various direct pulp capping materials

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Caries Detection and Beyond for the Modern Capable Dentist Presenter: Dr. Lester Appell CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 6/6/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/6/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, Dr. Lester Appell will discuss how he has incorporated the latest in high-tech equipment to better diagnose dental disease, and how his patients have embraced new technologies, especially in the area of reliable caries detection. Join him as he examines the impact of high-level caries diagnostics on the practice and patients.

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Using Digital Impressions Technology to Address Clinical Challenges and Enhance Patient Treatment Experience Presenter: Dr. Nelson Silva CE Supporter: 3Shape Release Date: 6/5/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/5/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar addresses several clinical scenarios focusing on the use of digital interaction to tackle challenges in the daily clinical work. Additionally, you will learn about the impact digital technology can help achieve case acceptance through patient engagement. Restorative, implant and esthetic therapies will be presented.

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The Secrets of Implant Dentistry Revealed Presenter: Dr. Isaac Tawil CE Supporter: NSK America Release Date: 6/4/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/4/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Implant dentistry can become overwhelming. There is a tremendous amount of information abroad yet often we find ourselves stuck in pathways leading to semi optimal results. This CE webinar will highlight some of the tips and tricks to take your implant practice to the next level achieving optimal results.

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Smart Scaling: Enhancing Your Practice and Patient Experience Presenter: Melonie Prebble CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 5/24/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/24/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The Smart Scaling program provides an overview of ultrasonic scaling technologies, tools and techniques to enhance your everyday practice and measurably improve the patient experience so the patient returns for more frequent dental visits. Join me in this webinar which will show how promoting a lifetime of oral health starts with smart choices.

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Creating Micro-Esthetics in Direct Composite: One Simple Tool, Multiple Functions Presenter: Dr. Jihyon Kim CE Supporter: Solventum (formerly 3M Health Care) Release Date: 5/23/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/23/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar discusses micro-esthetic elements that matter most to patients and have the greatest esthetic impact. These elements are achieved with one tool, the Sof-Lex XT Disk, used for multiple functions to mill, sculpt, and add nuance to injection overmolded composite resin restorations. This allows for simplification of the clinical process and practical application and predictability in practice.

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Standing in the Gap: Methods and Materials Options for At-Risk Patients Presenter: Timothy Bizga, D.D.S. CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 5/22/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/22/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Caries has not been vanquished as once predicted. Today with an aging population, increased use of dry-mouth causing medications and the abundance of sugar proliferating the “western diet," our patients are at risk. This CE webinar is intended to be a thought-provoking discussion on how a blend of new and old methods and materials can allow us to create a hedge of protection around our at-risk patients. Clinical tips and brand suggestions will be included.

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Dental Caries - Examining the Evolution of Detection, Intervention, and Prevention Presenter: Marianne Dryer, RDH, MEd CE Supporter: Premier Dental Release Date: 5/17/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/17/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Caries detection has evolved considerably over the last decade. This CE webinar will cover the newer technologies and clinical assessment processes available to the clinician. Technologies to aid in the fight against caries progression and promote the overall goal of caries prevention will be examined along with the practicality of using such protocols and products. This CE webinar will also examine the clinician's role and responsibility in the fight against caries. Elements such as lack of calibration amongst clinicians within an office setting or institution as well as the the important of a shared philosophy on prevention will be discussed.

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Understanding Interim Therapeutic Restorations, Caries Arrest Treatments and the Clinical Steps for Success Presenter: Dr. Nels Ewoldsen CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 5/16/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/16/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar focuses on the clinical steps and documented outcomes following atraumatic restorative treatment (ART) and caries arrest measures to address unmet needs among pediatric, adolescent and adult patients. Detailed clinical techniques for expeditious caries debridement, placement of Interim Therapeutic Restorations (ITRs) and implementation of rapid remineralization protocols by members of the dental team will be presented.

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Composites to Crowns – Clinically Proven Techniques for Outstanding Results Presenter: Dr. Robert Margeas CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 5/15/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/15/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The key to success with any restoration is dependent on utilizing the right technique with the appropriate products. In this CE webinar Dr. Margeas will share his technique pearls, step by step, teaching how to achieve outstanding clinical results with composites, implants and crowns.

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Protect Your Practice Against Infection Part 2: Clean Surfaces, Clean Equipment, Healthy Practices Presenter: Dr. Karson Carpenter CE Supporter: Clorox Healthcare Release Date: 5/9/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/9/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Infections and outbreaks affect your staff and patients, and can harm your practice’s bottom line and reputation. Consequently, it is important to develop a robust infection control plan and follow regulations. In the second part of a two-part CE webinar series on infection control best practices in the dental office presented by Dr. Karson Carpenter, participants will learn about: • Infection control strategies • The role of contaminated surfaces and equipment in pathogen transmission • Surface disinfectant composition and its effect on surface compatibility • Cleaning and disinfection best practices inside and outside the operatory

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Regenerative Restorations - Durable, Comfortable, Aesthetic Results Presenter: Dr. Jack Griffin CE Supporter: Pulpdent Release Date: 5/8/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/8/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The quest for biofriendly, regenerative, durable, aesthetic restorations has come a long way in the last few years. We all seek materials that are easy to place with excellent clinical performance even when the oral environment is less than ideal. New regenerative materials not only offer clinical performance but also reduce bacterial microleakage while releasing the bio-stimulating ions calcium, phosphate, and fluoride.

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Instrument safety: Reciprocation vs. Rotation. Which is Better? Presenter: Dr. Ali Nasseh CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 5/7/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/7/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Instrument safety and efficiency are components of our decision making process when choosing endodontic nickel titanium files for clinical use. In this CE webinar, Dr. Nasseh will discuss the role that instrument design and motion play in promoting safety while generating excellent outcomes. It will specifically address the role of instrumentation motions such as rotation vs. reciprocation and will describe the best ways to optimize each motion. Additionally, the best indications for use and contraindications for each motion will be fully discussed and demonstrated. After completing the CE webinar, participants will have a better understanding of instrument design, motion, and the various techniques for optimizing safety during root canal instrumentation.

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Don’t Let Your Anesthetic Be a Pain Presenter: Dr. Lori Trost CE Supporter: Septodont Release Date: 5/1/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/1/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will provide a common sense approach to selecting and administering dental anesthetics. Key components such as how to reduce patients’ anxiety and calming strategies will be given to transform the clinical setting into a more welcoming environment. The psychology of pain will also be discussed along with techniques for hard-to-numb patients. Create more predictability in your anesthetic outcomes, reduce your stress, and allow patients to leave with a better feeling.

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SMART Restorations Using Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) and Glass Ionomer Cement (GIC) Presenter: Dr. Doug Young CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 4/26/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 4/26/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Despite caries risk assessment and therapeutic tools such as fluoride that have been in use for decades, dental caries remains a significant problem in many populations. The ADA Caries Classification System (ADA CCS) was published to classify all stages of caries lesions and to help discern when surgical restoration versus chemical remineralization is likely needed. Silver diamine fluoride (SDF), a unique chemotherapeutic agent used with or without glass ionomer cement (GIC), may well bridge the gap between remineralization and traditional restoration, especially in certain populations and situations. This CE webinar will review the science and proper placement of SDF and GIC restorations.

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Everyday Composites versus Masterful Outcomes Presenter: Dr. Brian LeSage CE Supporter: Tokuyama Dental America Release Date: 4/25/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 4/25/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Every day we are challenged with patients that have worn, broken or diseased anterior teeth. How will we restore them? Will they want a usual or customary result or will they be seeking something more superior? Are you giving your patients the option and do you know how to achieve the latter? Learn from the originator of the Simple, Less Simple and 3D characterized Layering system for anterior composites. An overview of the starburst bevel, matrix, various layering techniques and finishing & polishing will be discussed. With these four parameters you can achieve restorations that rival porcelain. Join us for this one hour CE webinar to see and understand composite artistry.

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Treating the Mandibular Arch in the Deep Bite Patient with Ceramic Brackets Presenter: Dr. Shane Langley CE Supporter: 3M Ortho Release Date: 4/24/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 4/24/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this webinar you will learn a clinical approach to a fully esthetic solution using ceramic brackets while avoiding occlusal interference. Learning Objectives: • Review steps to follow to avoid occlusal interference in cases that have ceramic brackets on upper and lower arches • Discuss approaches to challenging treatment cases using ceramic brackets, including deep bites and open bite

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The Oral Cavity Under Acid Attack - The Patient Strikes Back Presenter: Dr. Marc Geissberger CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 4/18/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 4/18/27 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 follow-up CE webinar on the effects of an acidic oral environment, Dr. Geissberger will review several conditions commonly found in an acidic oral environment and discuss different strategies patients must employ to alter this devastating condition.

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Adhesives - What Makes Them Work Presenter: Dr. John Burgess CE Supporter: Solventum (formerly 3M Health Care) Release Date: 4/18/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 4/18/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

From 4th generation adhesives to the latest innovations in universal adhesives, Dr. John Burgess will walk you through the evolution, differences and clinical performance.

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Treatment Plan More Efficiently and Precisely: Smile Makeovers via Porcelain Veneers and Dental Implants Presenter: Dr. John Heimke CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 4/12/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 4/12/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

John Heimke DMD will discuss state of the art Digital Smile Design concepts for smile makeovers. He will describe in detail from the consult, to planning, and to treatment how high-end smiles are created via porcelain veneers and dental implants.

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How To Hire the Best and Fire the Worst Presenter: Sally McKenzie CE Supporter: Practice Management Release Date: 4/11/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 4/11/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Hiring quality employees is not unlike providing quality dentistry. Dealing with problem employees is why most dentists do their best to avoid it. Both require a plan, use of the right tools and a methodical process. Learn how to improve your human resource skills.

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Addressing the Silent Oral-Systemic Health Epidemic in America Presenter: Dr. Jonathan Levine CE Supporter: GLO Science Release Date: 4/4/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 4/4/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

It is well understood that half of American adults have periodontal disease and that number rises to over 70% in the elder population. This information, combined with the fact that only 12% of people floss regularly, suggests that current strategies to control gingival inflammation have not been effective at a population level and renewed efforts are necessary. In this CE webinar, Dr. Jonathan B. Levine presents the facts, the science and current status on the silent epidemic of oral-systemic health.

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Easily Achievable Life-Like Composite Restorations Presenter: Dr. Simona Cuevas CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 4/3/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 4/3/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The goal of this CE webinar is obtaining undetectable anterior and posterior composite restorations with ease, while bonding them with predictable confidence.

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Supercharge Your Aligner Results Presenter: Dr. Ivan Malagon CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 3/23/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 3/23/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Patient and industry demands are continually pushing the evolution of orthodontics with the use of aligner therapy. With new advancements in acceleration, orthodontists are now able to provide excellent aesthetic and functional results that are more predictable, reproducible and lasting. In this webinar, Dr. Malagon will show several aligner cases using AcceleDent, which delivers vibrational forces that help ensure optimal points of contact with the teeth and the aligner. This maximizes the aligner force expression, thus achieving more predictable results. Dr. Malagon shows how using AcceleDent helps create a more favorable biological response for predictable and lasting tooth movement, ultimately supercharging his aligner results.

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Hygiene Empowerment: Value, Profitability, and Security for Your Hygiene Team Presenter: Roberta Torquato-Weber, RDH CE Supporter: GLO Science Release Date: 3/22/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 3/22/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Tired of having cancellations? Afraid of having your work week shortened due to no shows? This CE webinar will help you enhance your value to the practice despite the inevitable cancellations. You will learn new techniques to increase hygiene revenue, expand your quality time with a patient, and better manage patient schedules.

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Protect Your Practice Against Infection Part 1: Clean Hands, Healthy Staff, Healthy Patients Presenter: Dr. Karson Carpenter CE Supporter: Clorox Healthcare Release Date: 3/21/18     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 3/21/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Infections and outbreaks affect your staff and patients and can harm your practice’s bottom line and reputation. Consequently, it is important to develop a robust infection control plan and follow regulations. In the first segment of a two-part CE webinar series on infection control best practices in the dental office presented by Dr. Karson Carpenter, participants will learn about: • Cross contamination risks in dentistry and the costs associated with infections and outbreaks • Key guidelines, rules and regulations relating to infection control • Strategies to prevent and control infection in dental settings • The importance of hand hygiene

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