One person every hour of every day dies of oral cancer – with a death rate in the United States of 40,000 deaths/year. It is the 6th leading cause of cancer deaths in men in the USA. Practitioners have many questions that arise as they introduce oral cancer screening into their practices. The purpose of this CE webinar is to familiarize the general dentist or specialist with the steps and procedures to perform when an oral cancer screening exam indicates potentially abnormal tissue. Biopsy procedures will be presented for those dentists who are considering doing biopsies themselves.
Implant dentistry can be complicated and overwhelming for many general practitioners. However, with the right tools, and the right education, it can be broken down into X manageable steps making the surgery predictable and final results natural looking and functional. In this CE webinar, learn the ideal implant workflow for your first implant cases in this course with 35 year veteran and Diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.
Upon completion of this CE webinar, the participant will review the following:
• Understanding the clinical differences in zirconia opacities, when, and why
• Choosing the correct type of zirconia with proper lab communication
• Regenerative cementation for durable, comfortable, aesthetic restorations
During this CE webinar, we will cover
• The physics and principles of modern Cone Beam Computed Tomography and it’s application in patient diagnosis
• 3D Multiplanar reconstructions. Reformatting CBCT scan volumes based on diagnostic task. Axial, coronal and sagittal views are used to scroll through the volume with Invivo 6/Anatomage
• The 3D anatomy - various anatomic structures of the oral and maxillofacial area and their common radiological appearance using intraoral, extraoral, and cone beam CT images
• How to evaluate the 3D data and pertinent anatomical structures
• The most common lesions encountered in the maxillofacial area - visualize soft tissue and osseous abnormalities in CBCT
• Applications of CBCT in a general dental practice - Endodontics, Implant dentistry, Impacted teeth extractions, Sleep Apnea, TMJ, and more
Crown and bridge products have undergone immense changes and continue to transform our dentistry. Simply asking for a zirconia crown no longer suffices as Y3, Y5, and Hybrid zirconias are part of the decision making process. Dental cements have evolved as well and a new generation of cements give us more and better choices. In this CE webinar, Dr. Auster simplifies the process and makes it easier to choose the correct material and the appropriate cement for each case.
Infection control is an integral part of our practices. Following CDC and OSHA guidelines is crucial at any time, now more than ever. We need to evaluate our handpiece sterilization procedures to prevent cross contamination in air/water lines and ensure our patients receive a safe dental visit.
Have you ever wondered why the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that Orthodontists begin seeing patients at age seven? Some say seven is too early and that you should wait until all the second molars are erupted before referring. In this CE webinar, find out why the wait and see mindset may cause more problems and ultimately cost more money than referring young patients early.
Let’s face it there are lots of products to use when it comes to direct restorations. Every year there are new ones or improved ones. It can become quite confusing and overwhelming. With all of the different types of direct materials what benefits could each offer in different situations? In this CE webinar, join me for a discussion on traditional fillings with direct resin, flowables, injectables, glass ionomers, resin modified glass ionomers, bioactives, and more.
New materials and technologies enable us now to consider treatments that were previously considered impossible. This CE webinar will cover how bioceramic materials have changed our definition of irreversible pulpitis and also how we think about single cone hyraulic obturation techniques. In addition new designs of root canal instruments make Shilder’s “envelope of motion” an attainable goal with resultant better contact of the wider parts of the canal while maintaining maximal tooth structure.
When it comes to your patients, are you truly practicing good radiation hygiene and how do you know? Get the facts from a board-certified radiologist and understand the truth about risks and benefits of dental x-rays. In this CE webinar, you’ll learn how to make educated decisions that are in the best interest of your patients and provide you with the appropriate diagnostic information.
In this CE webinar, Dr. Nasseh discusses the applications of 3D imaging in endodontic care and its diagnostic and treatment planning aid during clinical care. Should you get a microscope or a CBCT machine? Is 3D Imaging helpful or a mere adjunct? When is CBCT analysis helpful or necessary?
In this information filled CE webinar, Dr. Lowe will discuss and demonstrate techniques to simplify the adhesion process and placement of direct composite restorations. Traditionally the steps required to create optimal adhesion are numerous and very technique sensitive. Also, composite placement using layering techniques can be tedious and time consuming, yet still yield inconsistent results. Learn how material science has helped to decrease the difficulty of creating clinically excellent composite restorations by saving chair time and increasing consistency in the placement of these “bread and butter” dental restorations.
Many patients don’t think twice about calling your practice to cancel their appointment a mere few hours before they’re supposed to be in the chair. They don’t understand what that does to your day or how putting off care can negatively impact their oral health – but of course you do. Learn steps you can take to significantly reduce broken appointments in your practice.
The current outbreak of COVID-19 has dramatically impacted our lives. After reviewing the latest information on COVID-19 and methods of transmission, this webinar will discuss CDC interim guidelines and ADA recommendations regarding dental treatment. Against this background, we will also review personal protective equipment, the management of contaminated surfaces and instruments/devices, best practices for sterility assurance, and address frequently asked questions.
In this CE webinar, participants will learn:
• Current recommendations for Dentistry in caring for emergency patients
• Products to assist dental professionals
• How to understand current CDC messages and what to use when
This CE webinar will provide an overview of the COVID-19 virus with an emphasis on precautions to take in a dental health care setting. Discussion will include a refresher of standard precautions, an explanation of transmission-based precautions, and how a tiered approach to infection control can be implemented to address pathogens transmitted by the airborne or droplet route.
Don't be intimidated! Diode lasers are great adjunct for direct and indirect restorative dentistry. In this CE webinar, join us as we simplify laser science, and show you a variety of situations where using a diode laser helps improve the final outcome. A step-by-step approach for complicated Class II restorations and a simplified approach to crown and bridge impressions and scans will leave you energized and ready to incorporate lasers into your practice.
This one-hour CE webinar will discuss a novel indirect/direct injection technique that adds a new dimension to the restorative process. Over the past eleven years, Dr. Terry developed an adhesive technique that adds a new dimension to restorative and esthetic dentistry. This inverse injection composite layering technique provides a precise and predictable method for translating a diagnostic wax-up or a pre-existing diagnostic model into composite restorations by mixing various hues and opacities of highly filled flowable materials. There is a myriad of applications for this technique using an Adhesive Design Concept described in Dr. Terry's latest book "Restoring with Flowables."
Dr. John Molinari will be presenting sound science and discussing good infection control practices in light of the current COVID-19 health crisis. This webinar will be live and Q/A will be available. If you would like to submit your question prior to the live event, please do so at connect@dentaladvisor.com.
Special thanks to VOCO, KaVo Kerr, COLTENE/SciCan and Ansell for sponsoring this important CE webinar by Dr. Molinari on COVID-19.
In this CE webinar, we will cover:
• how to properly use a motor for initial negotiation
• how a built-in apex locator can help you move the stop more accurately
• how to save minutes per canal and hours per week in clinical endodontics
Have you ever wondered WHY you are working harder than ever for less than stellar results? Have you ever struggled to help your patients be more comfortable? Some Dentists and dental teams are stuck on the “treadmill” and can’t seem to get ahead. Whether it is fear of the Dentist, fear of needles, fear of small spaces, or fear of the unknown, the majority of patients have some level of dental fear. We know that all patients want to be more comfortable and have a positive experience. The most successful Dentists understand that they must be experts in making their patients feel comfortable. Learn the secrets of what the top practices are doing to maximize their patients’ comfort, keep their schedules full and their case acceptance up!
The dental market has a vast array of adhesive systems being offered to the clinician, which can seem overwhelming at times. This CE webinar will cover the benefits of switching to a universal bonding agent as bonding system and the clinical impact that this change will have on all bonding protocols to the tooth structure as well as other restorative surfaces.
In this CE webinar, attendees will learn about:
• the importance of the provisional
• protocols for quickly fabricating great single unit provisionals
• tips and tricks for multi-unit provisionals
The COVID-19 virus is spreading quickly in the U.S., a national emergency has been declared, but what does that mean for dental practices? Are additional precautions needed, and if so what type? What should practices do if there are shortages of personal protective equipment? What do employers do if an employee is infected and/or quarantined on suspicion of exposure? This webinar will answer those questions and many more, based on OSHA regulations, CDC and WHO guidelines. In this CE webinar, participants will learn how to access local and state health organizations for information updates and how to communicate with patients to reassure them about the safety of receiving dental care.
What would a semi-permanent treatment option do for your patients who need the care and routinely say no? What if instead of our patients losing teeth because time and money are limitations, we could phase care safely and effectively, to ideally restore patient after patient? What would adding five, $10k+ cases to your schedule monthly do for your practice? What if there was a material that could easily and effectively provide options and solutions to these questions without investing in costly technology? In this CE webinar, join us and learn how to level up your case acceptance, your clinical skills and your bottom line.
At the end of this CE webinar, attendees will be able to:
• Explain the purpose of sterilization packaging materials
• Outline the types and selection criteria for packaging used with steam sterilization
• Implement best practices to prepare instrument and label packaging for sterilization and storage.
• Describe the appropriate types, use and interpretation of chemical indicators used with sterilization packaging
This CE webinar will review the latest product developments in the CAD/CAM resin-ceramic category and how they can impact productivity in the general practice. Attendees will learn about the physical properties of new nano-ceramic materials, cementation protocols, and the various indications for use their patients. Additionally, there will be a focus on polishing the restoration and using characterization to customize restorations directly in the mouth.
In today’s demanding & competitive environment, dentists need to offer better, prettier and more economic restorations! Adhesive technology to the rescue! In this engaging 1-hour CE webinar, Dr. Ruiz explains how today’s uber-health conscious patients want “supra-gingival healthier dentistry”, using more biocompatible materials! On the other hand, dentists want faster and easier in order to keep cost down. A new material offers a combination of unique characteristics capable of delivering all of the above. Combining Omni-chromatic technology, lower shrinkage stress a BPA-free chemistry, this innovative material category, can deliver it all. Dr. Ruiz will review adhesive and filling techniques as well as making direct composite restorations, faster, easier and more predictable than ever before.
This CE webinar will address instrument cleaning validation as the first step to ensure the delivery of sterile instruments for safe patient care - because “partially sterile” is NOT an option.