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Aerosols in Dentistry: The Continuing Story of Respiratory Protection

Controlling Aerosols in the Dental Operatory: A Primary Concern Presenter: Dr. David Reznik CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 8/10/20 Expiration Date: 8/10/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Numerous entities are providing interim guidelines, regulations and recommendations on the proper utilization and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), yet there is still much confusion of what to wear and when. In addition, limiting or controlling aerosols in the dental operatory is a primary concern – so choosing the right air collection or air purification system is critical for maintaining a healthy dental environment. In this CE webinar, join Dr. David Reznik as he walks through the various agencies and their recommendations as well as the proper and current utilization of PPE. Dr. Reznik will also detail the technology behind air management and the selection criterium for proper implementation and introduce an effective tool to track tasks and ensure OSHA compliance.

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Respiratory Protection in Oral Care Settings: Part IV (The Importance of Sterilization Device Reprocessing and Monitoring in Oral Care Settings) Presenter: Jamie Vadnais, LDH, BS CE Supporter: 3M Dental Release Date: 8/6/20 Expiration Date: 8/6/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Now more than ever, staying up-to-date with the most current Infection Prevention protocols is critical for patient and staff safety and confidence. The details in this webinar can help minimize the risk of cross contamination.

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Keys to Successful Pulp Capping Presenter: Dr. Mark Malterud CE Supporter: Bisco Release Date: 8/6/20 Expiration Date: 8/6/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

During this CE webinar, the participant will learn • about the bioavailability of calcium for dentin repair • protocols will be taught that have been clinically successful for nearly 10 years • that the seal of the restoration to the tooth is paramount to successful pulp caps • localized inter operative antimicrobials are essential to setting up the success of pulp caps.

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Composite Dentistry in our New Dental World Presenter: Dr. Peter Auster CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 7/31/20 Expiration Date: 7/31/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Our lives and our dentistry have changed immeasurably. A new breed of dental composites fit perfectly in this environment - less expense, less time in the chair, but better shade matches than ever before! In this CE webinar, learn about the ideal materials for a forever changed world.

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Respiratory Protection in Oral Care Settings: Part III (Fit Testing) Presenter: Erik Johnson, CIH, CSP CE Supporter: 3M Dental Release Date: 7/30/20 Expiration Date: 7/30/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

3M Oral Care takes a deeper dive into respirator implementation considerations and fit testing.

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Proven Value: How Glass Ionomer Technology Completes Your Restorative Repertoire Presenter: Timothy Bizga, D.D.S. CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 7/30/20 Expiration Date: 7/30/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

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 lasting value and protection for our patients. Clinical tips and brand suggestions will be included.

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Simplifying Dental Hygiene Treatment with Hand Instruments During Covid-19 Presenter: Brenda Sharp McCarson, RDH, BS CE Supporter: Brasseler USA Release Date: 7/28/20 Expiration Date: 7/28/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar provides a review of new advances in dental hygiene hand instrument design and metallurgy. Attendees will have an opportunity to virtually assess a variety of new instrument designs during the webinar.

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Respiratory Protection in Oral Care Settings: Part II Presenter: Dr. Lois Duerst CE Supporter: 3M Dental Release Date: 7/23/20 Expiration Date: 7/23/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar we’ll take a deeper dive into topics such as the changing regulatory landscape for respirator use in healthcare, imported respirators, fraudulent activity, fit testing, user seal check, skin protection and an update on decontamination methods.

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Respiratory Protection in Oral Care Settings: Part I Presenter: Dr. Carola Carrera CE Supporter: 3M Dental Release Date: 7/16/20 Expiration Date: 7/16/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

As a dental professional, we know keeping staff, patients and yourself safe is crucial while delivering dental and orthodontic care during these uncertain times. This CE webinar is focused on respiratory protection as you re-establish patient care in your practice.

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To Change or to Repair: How to Treat What’s Coming Presenter: Dr. Rolando Nunez CE Supporter: Bisco Release Date: 7/16/20 Expiration Date: 7/16/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

During this CE webinar, the participant will learn • to predictably bond to tooth structure and avoid post-op sensitivity • to take advantage of calcium releasing materials in order tom protect the dentin-pulpal complex • the proper bonding protocol to predictably repair an existing PFM restoration

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Direct Bonding Techniques Using Light Curing Adhesives Presenter: David Solid, MBA CE Supporter: 3M Ortho Release Date: 7/13/20 Expiration Date: 7/13/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, we will identify the impact of bond failures on your practice, review potential factors that can lead to a bond failure, and provide suggested solutions to aid in reducing the bond failure rate in your office. We will also review traditional and contemporary direct bonding techniques and compare resulting efficiencies.

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Mini Dental Implants - A Viable Option for Your Complete Lower Denture Patients Presenter: Dr. Ian Erwood CE Supporter: Sterngold Release Date: 7/8/20 Expiration Date: 7/8/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The Complete Lower Denture (CLD) is one of the most difficult procedures to achieve adequate results, with nine out of ten CLD patients reporting dissatisfaction with the fit, retention, comfort and mastication with this removable prosthesis. With the advent of Regular Diameter Endosseous Dental Implants, some of these challenges have been overcome. However, a large segment of this population may not be able to undergo these procedures (due to anatomy, health, time, financial, etc.) Stabilization of a CLD with Mini Dental Implants represents a viable option to discuss with your CLD patients.

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Smart Techniques: Beautiful Conservative Posterior Restorations Presenter: Dr. Les Rykiss CE Supporter: SDI Release Date: 7/6/20 Expiration Date: 7/6/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Dentistry in the new millennium has seen many dramatic changes to the way dentistry is performed. No longer is extension for prevention and GV Blacks principles the methodology used by dentists today. Instead we are opting for a much more conservative approach to our restorations. This includes caries arresting treatments to prevent the need for Endo and crowns and the concept of bioactivity. This CE webinar will give the attendee a firm grasp on creating beautiful conservative, esthetic posterior restorations. Also, the ultra-conservative technique required to stop the progression of dental caries will be illustrated and discussed.

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Pediatric Emergency Caries Management Presenter: Dr. Carla Cohn CE Supporter: SDI Release Date: 7/6/20 Expiration Date: 7/6/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

During this 1-hour on line CE webinar, Dr. Cohn will review tips and minimally invasive techniques for emergency cases. How to treat patients safely, quickly, effectively and provide pain relief and temporization.

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When Composite Met Ceramic... Presenter: Dr. Yao-Lin Tang CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 6/30/20 Expiration Date: 6/30/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Upon completion of this CE webinar, attendees will be able to learn the following objectives: • How to be more confident in selecting hybrid materials as your block of choice • How to bond indirect hybrid restorations with minimal post operative sensitivity using the "IDS" technique • How to create lifelike restorations in a single visit using light cure stain and glaze technique

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Medical Emergencies: Essentials for the Dental Professional Presenter: Dr. Ellen Grimes CE Supporter: Philips Oral Healthcare Release Date: 6/29/20 Expiration Date: 6/29/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Dental hygiene and dental visits still remain anxiety-inducing experiences for some patients. This heightened anxiety level can increase the risk of medical emergencies occurring during appointments. This CE webinar will utilize simulated emergencies to promote the determination of the correct emergency diagnosis and the proper treatment procedures to be rendered by the dental professional in the event that an emergency should arise. A wide array of emergencies will be covered from syncope to cerebrovascular accident. Highlighted will be the prevention of medical emergencies by the use of appropriate assessment procedures prior to treatment. The importance of preparing and maintaining an adequate medical emergency kit will be emphasized.

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The Intersection Between Motivation and Behavior Presenter: Kimberly Krust Bray, RDH, MS CE Supporter: Philips Oral Healthcare Release Date: 6/23/20 Expiration Date: 6/23/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will introduce Motivational Interviewing as a means to promote patient-centered care in clinical practice. The origins of patient-centered care and motivation theories will be briefly explored. The complimentary use of MI to identifying patients’ modifiable health risks and provide sustainable behavior change plans are emphasized. The availability of MI training in participant’s community will be recommended for further study.

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Going Digital: A Potentially Difficult Decision Made Easy Presenter: Dr. Howard Glazer CE Supporter: Air Techniques Release Date: 6/18/20 Expiration Date: 6/18/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

It has been nearly twenty five years since digital dental radiography was first introduced in North America. Today, it is a rapidly growing diagnostic tool that has become quite popular with the dental staff, doctor, and patient. What continues to remain primary, is the radiographic systems ability to provide accurate and comprehensive diagnostic information. This CE webinar will explore the different modalities used to obtain this critical information, and offer a solution as to how they can be incorporated into a modern dental practice.

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Glass Ionomer and Resin Modified Glass Ionomer Restoratives for Children Presenter: Dr. Carla Cohn CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 6/17/20 Expiration Date: 6/17/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Glass ionomer and resin modified glass ionomer materials are invaluable for a variety of different types of restorations for your pediatric patients. Whether you are needing to place a fast, transitional, reparative or definitive filling, these are great materials. They are quick and easy to place and versatile. In this CE webinar Dr. Cohn will present multiple techniques to place effective and efficient restorations using both glass ionomers and resin modified glass ionomers for the children in your practice.

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The Top 5 Reasons to Move Your Dental Imaging to the Cloud Presenter: Dr. David Gane and Dr. Marty Jablow CE Supporter: Cellerant Release Date: 6/17/20 Expiration Date: 6/17/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Cloud-based imaging is revolutionizing dental patient care while providing opportunities for cost-savings, more efficient workflows and improving the predictability of treatment outcomes for patients. Driven by the trend toward the migration of practice management software to the cloud and accelerated by the importance of remote access to patient records, cloud-based imaging is rapidly becoming central to viewing, processing, and sharing dental image data, in addition to serving as a facilitator to Artificial Intelligence (AI) based clinical decision support.

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Marketing Your Infection Control Protocol During COVID-19 Presenter: Mary Govoni, CDA, RDA, RDH, MBA CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 6/11/20 Expiration Date: 6/11/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

As we return to our practices, it is paramount that our patients feel safe and are protected from COVID-19. We not only need to implement infection control protocol that follows CDC and ADA guidelines, but we also need to instill confidence by properly communicating and marketing our efforts to our patients. To help you do this, SciCan and Cranberry, two leading companies in the dental infection control space, have graciously sponsored this exclusive Viva webinar, "Marketing Your Infection Control Protocol During COVID-19." Sign up now. Seats are limited!

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Setting Performance Expectations for Employees Presenter: Sally McKenzie CE Supporter: Practice Management Release Date: 6/10/20 Expiration Date: 6/10/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

It’s difficult for team members to succeed when they have no idea what’s expected of them. Instead of working toward specific goals and doing their part to move the practice forward, they’re stuck in place wondering which way they should go. If you want happy team members who excel at their jobs, it’s up to you to provide the direction they crave. Learn the most successful performance measurement models based on individual jobs.

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Impress for Success: the Clinician’s Guide to Consistency Presenter: Dr. Chad Duplantis CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 6/9/20 Expiration Date: 6/9/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Are you making a great final impression? The integrity of our restorations is often related to the quality of the impression that we make at the preparation appointment. In addition, proper communication with the laboratory is a must. This CE webinar will provide you with some clinical tips that will help ensure that your preparation, impression, and communication are all in order. The end result will be quality restorations that are consistent and predictable.

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Diagnostic Oral Radiographic Images in the Pediatric Patient: From A to Z Presenter: Dr. Juan Yepes CE Supporter: Air Techniques Release Date: 6/4/20 Expiration Date: 6/4/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will provide to the attendee the most important strategies to obtain diagnostic oral radiographs in the pediatric patient and will explore other non-ionizing radiation alternatives for the diagnosis of interproxial caries lesions. Topics such as radiation safety and digital radiology, pediatric dentistry, will be covered in this CE webinar.

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Creating the Ideal Emergence Profile for Dental Implant Restorations Presenter: Dr. David Little CE Supporter: Cellerant Release Date: 6/3/20 Expiration Date: 6/3/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, we are going to discuss various techniques for creating an anatomically correct temporary healing cuff and how you how to quickly, easily, and predictably create an ideal emergence profile for a dental implant restoration whether an immediate implant placement or two-stage procedure.

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OSHA and Infection Control Made Easy for Dentistry Presenter: Dr. Karson Carpenter CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 6/2/20 Expiration Date: 6/2/23 CE Credits: 2 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

OSHA requirements include an annual retraining session for all employees. This webinar will help fulfill these requirements and will update participants on the latest from OSHA, including the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for Hazard Communication and the Bloodborne Disease Pathogens Standard. In addition, the webinar covers the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Infection Control Guidelines for Dentistry.

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HIPAA Compliance Made Easy for Dentistry Presenter: Dr. Karson Carpenter CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 6/2/20 Expiration Date: 6/2/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This webinar is designed for all members of the dental team. The webinar is designed to educate participants on the training requirements for HIPAA compliance in their facilities.

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Yoganomics: Postural Health & Mental Well-Being for the Dental Professional Presenter: Kristy Menage Bernie, RDH, MS, RYT CE Supporter: Air Techniques Release Date: 5/28/20 Expiration Date: 5/28/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar overviews the benefits of yoga in postural health and sound ergonomic practices essential in maintaining optimal clinician health. A review of ergonomics will be included and incorporate specific methods to enhance ergonomic clinical positioning and techniques to prevent repetitive stress related injuries. In addition, yoga research as it relates to postural and mental health will be presented as well as the impact of yoga on body systems. Participants will also be introduced to the various styles of yoga practice and have the opportunity to experience poses that can be employed daily in the dental setting or while sheltering in place (SIP). Maximize your SIP opportunities with this unique CE webinar!

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You Made a Great Impression On Me Presenter: Ms. Shannon Pace Brinker, CDA CE Supporter: Kulzer Release Date: 5/27/20 Expiration Date: 5/27/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

During this CE webinar, the participant will understand • patient benefits of comfortable impression-taking • how to deliver benefits of impression accuracy and stability to the dental laboratory • how to know the applications of accurate, patient-friendly impressions

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