Online Dental CE

Silver Fluoride: A New Era of Caries Management Presenter: Dr. Jarod Johnson CE Supporter: SDI Release Date: 9/8/21     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 9/8/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Managing restorative care for children and adolescents plays an important role in setting up children for a lifetime of oral health. Children and adolescents face a wide variety of challenges related behavior and dental anxiety. This CE webinar will review treatment protocols for permanent teeth and primary teeth with dental caries using case-based learning. Specific focus will also be given to minimally invasive dentistry for young or anxious patients with an emphasis on the newest developments with silver diamine fluoride and silver fluoride.

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The Joy of Sealants Presenter: Dr. Joy Void-Holmes, RDH, BSDH, DHSc CE Supporter: Pulpdent Release Date: 8/23/21     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 8/23/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Patients that practice poor eating habits such as consuming sugary foods, fermented carbs, or too many calories, are at a high risk for developing caries. Sealants were introduced to as a preventative measure to reduce caries in young children. While sealants are more commonly recommended for children by dental professionals, they should be considered for any individual with a high caries risk. Over the past decade, dentistry has transitioned from a passive, reactive repair model to an active approach that promotes proactive care. This CE webinar will introduce participants to dynamic, bioactive materials that mimic nature and support and environment favorable of remineralization and promotes the natural healing process in the oral cavity. Participants will also learn about the importance of incorporating calcium and phosphate ions into dental materials.

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Designing a Caries-Preventive Model for all Ages Presenter: Catherine Cabanzon, RDH CE Supporter: Centrix Release Date: 7/20/21     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 7/20/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will help your dental practice build a successful prevention program for patients of all ages. We will review the latest science on prevention therapy and walk through developing a program, providing tools that focus on communication, a structured assessment to engage the patient and motivational interviewing. Additionally, support items will be reviewed to engage all members of the practice in a preventive program.

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Minimally Invasive Prophylaxis Workflow - Technology and Trends for Every Practice Presenter: Karen Vichos, RDH CE Supporter: ACTEON Release Date: 6/23/21     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/23/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar focuses on the latest advancements in dental prophylaxis technology that allows dental clinicians to use more minimally invasive treatments while providing superior education and ergonomics. Additionally, new advancements in intraoral cameras will be discussed including adjuncts to help identify dental caries, plaque, calculus, and inflammation. Come learn about these exciting technologies which promise to enhance diagnostics and clinical outcomes.

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Expect More from Your Materials Presenter: Dr. Jeanette MacLean CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 6/23/21     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/23/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Bioactive restorative materials and prevention products with bioavailable properties are revolutionizing the dental industry. Take your patient care to the next level by incorporating treatments that do more than just ‘fill’ or ‘clean’ teeth. Learn how glass ionomer cement sealants can do more than just provide a physical barrier from plaque on pits and fissures, they are hydrophilic, can be placed on partially erupted molars, and act as a fluoride reservoir that helps to prevent caries and enhance remineralization. Sealants and toothpastes with RECALDENT® technology increase the bioavailable calcium and phosphate in saliva to enhance enamel remineralization and reduce sensitivity without staining enamel. Glass hybrid restoratives help to reduce post-op sensitivity, reduce recurrent caries, improve outcomes, and have enhanced physical properties for long-lasting durability and esthetics. Dental materials are evolving and so should you!

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Managing the Dental Caries Assault on Our Adult Patients Presenter: Dr. Jean Creasey CE Supporter: Centrix Release Date: 6/8/21     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/8/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, Dr. Jean Creasey shares the nuts and bolts of her how own dental practice “prevented it’s way to success”. This webinar reviews why restoration alone is not a cure for caries disease and why focusing on strengthening tooth structure and modifying oral biofilms to favor dental health is key. This webinar also emphasizes that dental caries must be managed as a chronic disease throughout a patients’ lifetime and that motivating patients to change is best achieved when the entire dental team is calibrated and committed to a prevention centered approach.

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Spice It Up! Products to Consider in Meeting CaMBRA Guidelines Presenter: Tricia Osuna, RDH, BSDH, FAADH CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 4/28/21     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 4/28/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In meeting the use of CaMBRA to treat our patients, let us review what our options are. Explore available products to add to your assessment portion of your appointment to provide the most effective CaMBRA outcomes.

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You Aren't Sealing a New Deck Presenter: Dr. Brian Novy CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 2/18/21     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 2/18/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

It would be difficult to find another technique in dentistry that has as much evidence as sealants to prevent and arrest dental caries. But is placing a sealant an ultra-simple procedure that doesn’t require much skill or precision? If your sealants seem more like custom fitted plaque traps than highly effective decay prevention, don’t miss this opportunity to re-think your sealing materials and techniques.

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Don’t Be So Sensitive Presenter: Dr. Joy Void-Holmes, RDH, BSDH, DHSc CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 1/27/21     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 1/27/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Dentinal hypersensitivity (DH) is a common dental condition that affects a large majority of the population and despite extensive investigation, this disorder remains underdiagnosed, underreported, and undertreated. Dentinal hypersensitivity impacts quality of life and emotional well-being Patients experiencing DH can also suffer from physical and psychological problems. Clinical management of dentinal hypersensitivity is possible.

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Meeting the Challenges of Homecare Through Alternative Means Presenter: Jamie Collins, RDH-EA CE Supporter: Sunstar Release Date: 11/25/20     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/25/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Mask mouth, hypersensitivity, bleeding gingiva and the list goes on! Much like a fingerprint no two dental patients or their needs are the same. Whether you are treating a child or a more seasoned patient their homecare needs and routines may vary. In the midst of the pandemic oral self-care has changed and patients are delaying dental visits. In turn, dental professionals are faced with the challenge of educating and treating patients who have let oral self-care diminish. This CE webinar will offer an insight into creating customized care plans and motivational techniques to encourage optimal patient homecare.

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Restoration Complete, Now What? Protect and Recharge Presenter: Susan Wingrove, RDH, BS CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 11/18/20     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/18/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Completing tooth-borne and implant-borne restorations are only the beginning for successful treatment. What prophy paste is safe to use on bioactive fillings, full ceramic crowns, full arch hybrid prostheses? Restorations need regular in-office maintenance and home-care recommendation with products that protect and in some cases recharge for the optimal results.

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Stamp Out Decay for All Ages Presenter: Catherine Cabanzon, RDH CE Supporter: Centrix Release Date: 11/17/20     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/17/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will provide the participant with an insight to the growing epidemic of dental disease in all age groups with a focus on decay. It will share a growing trend in how people are dealing with decay and ways to prevent the disease. Additionally, you will receive information on how risk assessments can create a treatment plan that will engage your patient to accept treatment and achieve optimal oral and overall health.

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Hygiene to Restorative - How to Plan for Success Presenter: Dr. Arthur Tomaro CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 10/15/20     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 10/15/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The success of your treatment is based upon Diagnosis, Procedures, and Materials. With so many choices of materials, the goal is to simplify techniques and materials with an increase in efficiency. In this CE webinar, learn why varnish is a must in today's hygiene protocol and the process of preparation to the placement of both direct and Zirconium restorations.

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Biofilm-Focused Care Protocols for Teeth, Implants, and Restorations Presenter: Susan Wingrove, RDH, BS CE Supporter: Ivoclar Release Date: 9/9/20     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 9/9/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Protecting our patients’ health, dentition, and restorations by addressing biofilm and non-biofilm induced inflammation is key. This CE webinar will provide you with the latest hygiene protocols, technology, and products to meet this challenge. Gather effective in-office maintenance and home-care protocols to take your practice into biofilm-focused care.

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Biomimicry Part II: The Evolution of Truly Restorative Dentistry Continues Presenter: Dr. Howard Glazer CE Supporter: Pulpdent Release Date: 2/13/20     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 2/13/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar continues the discussion of biomimicry and bioactivity in dental materials and their clinical applications, and will also introduce a new category of a restorative material. At the end of this CE webinar the participant will be able to understand the concept of biomimicry and the role of so-called bioactive materials that functionally replace those ions lost in the decay process, and will also be able to implement techniques for truly restoring a tooth. Participants will be more familiar with the materials available and how to best utilize them in various treatment modalities, especially for pediatric and geriatric populations. Techniques will be discussed so that the participant can readily and easily incorporate the materials into their restorative protocols.

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Smell It Like It Is: Addressing Halitosis Presenter: Tracey Jacobs, BSDH, RDH CE Supporter: Philips Oral Healthcare Release Date: 1/31/20     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 1/31/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Oral malodor, also known as halitosis, is a condition that has been recognized since ancient times. It is a valid concern affecting millions of individuals. Americans spend over 2 billion dollars annually for fresher breath. Dental professionals are in an ideal position to offer solutions for an embarrassing problem. This CE webinar will assist the dental professional in addressing halitosis. In addition, it will empower the clinician to have courageous conversations and recommend various solutions to address halitosis.

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Caries Infection Healing Strategies - What's the Evidence Presenter: Patti DiGangi, RDH, BS CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 12/11/19     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/11/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Patients prefer healing over surgery. They will go out of their way to engage with the practices that give it to them. Scientific, evidence-based solutions for prevention and treatment of caries infection as a manageable medical condition without drilling exist. This CE webinar focuses on current guidelines and early treatment using up-to-date ingredients and technologies.

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Understanding and Managing Dentinal Hypersensitivity Presenter: Dr. Fiona Collins CE Supporter: Dental Advisor Release Date: 11/13/19     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/13/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The prevalence of dentinal hypersensitivity has been reported to be up to 57% and greater in the general population, with a significantly higher prevalence reported for periodontal patients. Further, in clinical practice, patients with hypersensitivity may not complain of this condition. Dentinal hypersensitivity is diagnosed by exclusion. Management of dentinal hypersensitivity can be achieved with home use products and through the use of in-office therapies. This CE webinar will discuss the prevalence and etiology of dentinal hypersensitivity, its management and available in-office and home-use therapies.

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Prevention for Life: The Latest in Caries Prevention and Minimally-Invasive Dentistry Presenter: Dr. Jean Creasey CE Supporter: Centrix Release Date: 11/13/19     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/13/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar informs dental professionals about improved caries prevention strategies, based on scientific evidence for Caries Management by Risk Assessment (CAMBRA). It provides suggestions for the practical implementation of these concepts into clinical practice. Clinical protocols will be shared that have been developed by experts in the field of cariology, dental practice, academic research and successful practitioners of CAMBRA.

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The Battle for Balance Presenter: Dr. John Comisi CE Supporter: Premier Dental Release Date: 10/24/19     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 10/24/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Upon completion of the CE Webinar, the student will be able to: • Look for the warning signs of imbalance in the oral cavity • Understand how to manage acidity • Know which agents and materials are available to help bring things back in ‘balance’

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Fluoride Varnish Meeting Individual Needs Presenter: Patti DiGangi, RDH, BS CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 10/10/19     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 10/10/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Many clinicians do not routinely apply varnish for adult patients. The need for fluoride is not age-based; all ages can benefit. One size does not fit everyone. The American Dental Association (ADA) Council on Scientific Affairs created an evidence-based clinical practice guideline based on a systematic review of current science. The ADA’s Caries Risk Assessment forms are practice tools to help evaluate a patient’s risk of developing caries and guide the practitioner. These work in conjunction with CDT Caries Risk Assessment procedure codes. This CE webinar assists participants to provide the most efficacious treatments based on individual needs.

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The Preventive System: Move Your Prophylaxis to Another Level Presenter: Susan Wingrove, RDH, BS CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 7/16/19     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 7/16/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will cover the following: • A review of the current research and guidelines in biofilm focus care for disease prevention • Provide an understanding of what tools, technology, and products to use for natural teeth / implant restoration patients. • New biofilm focus care protocols for prophylaxis and home-care recommendations

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The Multiple Indications of a Chlorhexidine Varnish in a Restorative Dental Practice Presenter: Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz CE Supporter: Ivoclar Release Date: 6/25/19     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/25/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will describe situations where the use of a chlorhexidine varnish can be used to idealize tissue health, reduce caries risk and minimize sensitivity. In addition, proper maintenance of restorations is essential for their long-term health, stability and aesthetics. Unfortunately, some materials used for maintenance can damage or reduce the lifespan of restorations. This CE webinar will describe tips and recommendations for maintenance of your direct, indirect, CAD/CAM and implant supported restorations.

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Flavor Vs Function: A Look at Rationale for Fluoride Varnish Product of Choice Presenter: Sherri Lukes, RDH, MS, FAADH CE Supporter: Pulpdent Release Date: 6/18/19     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/18/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Dental caries continues to be a top-of-mind dental concern, affecting a majority of the US population. Fluoride is a mainstay in prevention, with fluoride varnish products becoming the primary type provided in dental practices. Dental professionals often get “side-tracked” with concerns over patient acceptance of a product utilized in patient care, rather than its efficacy, and often is the case when selecting a fluoride varnish. This CE webinar offers an overview of factors to consider when selecting a fluoride varnish product. Flavor aspects will be presented with a conversation about taste as the current primary determinant for product choice. The benefits of additional ingredients in fluoride varnish will be discussed as well as other characteristics for superior patient benefit. The entire dental team can profit from information concerning fluoride varnish choices for best patient care.

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Oral Health and Prevention Aspects to the Disruption of Biofilm Presenter: Ms. Shannon Pace Brinker, CDA CE Supporter: DMG America Release Date: 5/30/19     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/30/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

During this CE webinar, we will • recognize the importance of early preventive care • discuss the common causes of dental disease • describe the behaviors of biofilms that influence the treatment goals of disruption, elimination, or control • explain the principles of selective polishing utilizing disposable prophy angles and paste • discuss the different methods for controlling plaque

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Biomimicry: Changing from “Reparative” Dentistry to Restorative Dentistry Presenter: Dr. Howard Glazer CE Supporter: Pulpdent Release Date: 5/16/19     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/16/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar is designed to acquaint the audience with biomimicry and bioactivity in dental materials, in addition to how and when they should be used in the treatment of tooth decay, as well as in other aspects of dental treatment.

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Restoring Caries and Preventing New Disease: A Winning Combination Presenter: Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 3/27/19     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 3/27/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

We have to consider the environment where we place our restorations. There are numerous oral environmental factors that contribute to caries and if not considered, it can severely compromise the longevity of our restorations. There are new technologies available to not only promote favorable long-term outcomes in our restorations, but also to create an environment conducive to dental health. This CE webinar will discuss the factors that contribute to caries, restorative options, including glass ionomer technology and techniques to create therapeutic restorations and preventive recommendations to minimize caries risk.

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Eyes Wide Open - A Stroll Into the World of Bioactivity Presenter: Dr. Ron Kaminer CE Supporter: Premier Dental Release Date: 3/7/19     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 3/7/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The term bioactivty has been used loosely for the past few years in dentistry. Is it just a term that dentists and hygienists like to hear or is there any clinical relevance to this term? In this CE webinar, join us as we explore the "bioactive" world as it relates to dental products and materials and discover potential uses of bioactive products in dentistry.

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EXTRA SMART - A Technical for Expanding the Clinical Use of Silver Diamine Fluoride Presenter: Dr. Geoffrey Knight CE Supporter: SDI Release Date: 3/6/19     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 3/6/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar shows how to apply Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) and Potassium Iodide (KI) to turn dental caries into a non staining, protective base beneath a restoration. Restoring single surface occlusal or proximal caries with auto cure glass ionomer cement and multiple surface lesions with a GIC/composite resin “sandwich” restoration.

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