Online Dental CE

Enhanced Solutions for Screw Retained Restorations Presenter: Steve Campbell CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 12/7/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 12/7/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

There are currently numerous solutions for making CAD/CAM screw retained crowns, but are we missing out on some technical and biological benefits using the current methods? This CPD webinar will address a new solution for creating the optimal design of a fully customised CAD/CAM custom abutment, complete control of the contour and emergence profile whilst also offering a much more stable body to bond the restoration to.

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To Sculpt or Not to Sculpt Presenter: Timothy Bizga, D.D.S. CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 12/6/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 12/6/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Direct posterior composite restorations are among the most frequently performed restorative procedures, yet dentists often struggle with placement, polishing and consistently generating single shade esthetic results with little to no post-operative sensitivity. This CE webinar will discuss how each element will play a critical role in the professional’s decision making process when determining which materials, systems and techniques are best to utilize when doing direct composite restorations. We will review esthetic principles, modern preparation design and universal bonding. Additional topics will include innovative product suggestions.

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Demystifying the Myths and Facts Behind Adhesive Cementation Presenter: Dr. Khoi Ha-Ngoc CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 12/5/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 12/5/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Understanding how and what to look for in a real universal resin cement that works on different ceramics, zirconia, or implant abutments while having an easy to use product that provides long term success, aesthetics, and easy excess removal will put every clinicians' mind at ease. Upon completion of this CE webinar one will be able to implement easy and predictable techniques and become more familiar with the rationale of adhesive cementation steps.

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Taking the Fear out of Membranes - When to Use and When to Refer Presenter: Dr. Sebastiano Andreana CE Supporter: Sunstar Release Date: 11/29/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 11/29/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will focus on the use of barriers for Guided Bone Regeneration. It is well known that membranes are needed to isolate soft tissue from invading hard tissue grafts. At times, the combined use of bone graft materials in combination with membranes maybe cumbersome and time consuming. New bone graft materials available on the market minimize these drawbacks, by incorporating the membrane material within the volume of the graft. Techniques and indications for modified socket grafting procedures to easier coverage for sinus lift will be presented, so that the clinicians has additional arrays of materials to make a more in depth referral vs non referral call.

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Minimal Intervention: A New Challenge to Clinical Dentistry by Reducing Tooth Sensitivity and Incorporating Dentin Substitution Presenter: Dr. Frank Milnar CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 11/17/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 11/17/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, you will develop a better understanding of when to use Glass Ionomer products as a Bio-Active dentin substitute. Glass Ionomers have a therapeutic benefit as well as ionic exchange adhesion Minimally Invasive Restorations originate from the “inside out”.

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Epinephrine in Dentistry: Clinical and Safety Considerations Presenter: Dr. David Isen CE Supporter: Pierrel Pharma Release Date: 11/17/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 11/17/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will explore the role that epinephrine plays in dentistry. Briefly, we will discuss how and why epinephrine should be stocked in dental offices to help manage certain medical emergencies. This webinar will also discuss why epinephrine is added to local anesthetic solutions and what the clinical advantages and disadvantages are when using epinephrine-containing solutions. Finally, we will discuss the maximum doses of epinephrine for healthy and cardiovascular compromised patients as well as drug interactions that clinicians should be aware of.

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Which Tooth Is It? Endo Case Selection & Treatment Planning Presenter: Dr. John Olmsted CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 11/15/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 11/15/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Have you ever been concerned with the decision to proceed with endodontic treatment or to be in a “holding pattern“? Endodontics requires a high level of technical skills and biological understanding. In this CE webinar, Dr. Olmsted will share his 15 steps for endodontic diagnosis, allowing the clinician and staff to consider appropriate case selection and treatment planning.

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Diagnosis and Outcome in Endodontics in the 3D Imaging Era Presenter: Dr. Francesco Mannocci CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 11/14/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 11/14/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

3D imaging has changed the practice of endodontics. In recent years the King's College London team has completed a number of clinical trials highlighting the importance of Cone Beam Computed Tomography in diagnosis, and outcome assessment in endodontics. This webinar is a journey across the Endodontic 3D revolution.

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Detect Early and Restore Minimally - Diagnose Caries and Other Restorative Needs Earlier Presenter: Dr. Susan McMahon CE Supporter: Air Techniques Release Date: 11/10/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 11/10/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Sharp explorers and radiographs have been the primary means of caries detection for many years. Both tactile inspection and radiographs have limitations. The caries has to become deep enough or large enough to be “seen” by the tip of the explorer or radiographically. In this CE webinar, learn how advanced diagnostic tools are being used to detect earlier. Florescence technology provides a means for diagnosing early demineralize to deep decay through a color scale. Appropriate restorative options can then be utilized. Using this technology will aid in our goal of minimally invasive dentistry.

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The Digital Restoration - Hold the Mill Presenter: Dr. Lori Trost CE Supporter: Premier Dental Release Date: 11/9/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 11/9/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The digital revolution is here and influencing many aspects of our daily dental practices. This concise CE webinar is packed with clinical examples and ideas to help you develop a systematic approach for every indirect procedure from start to finish - digital preparation design and impression tips to temporization and delivery of a highly-polished, accurate final restoration. Discussion will specifically revolve around how to incorporate digital scanning into your workflow without the milling process.

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Tooth Structure: Nature's Best Restorative Material Presenter: Dr. Richard Young CE Supporter: Kuraray Noritake Release Date: 11/3/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 11/3/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will review, in a real world “wet fingered” dentist’s way, some of the techniques, technologies and key research on how to perform advanced adhesion dentistry simply in your office on a daily basis. These techniques can eliminate post-operative pain & increase the longevity of adhesive restorations dramatically while preserving the maximum amount of tooth structure. These techniques will be illustrated with step-by-step images and videos of multiple clinical cases.

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Dry Mouth Discomfort Treatment: A Novel Approach Presenter: Dr. Martin Jablow CE Supporter: Premier Dental Release Date: 11/2/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 11/2/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

How do you treat patients who present with Xerostomia? This CE webinar we will review the prevalence of patients experiencing complications and discomfort from reduced, natural salivary flow. We will also discuss a novel approach to soothing/moisturizing dry mouth tissues, treating sensitivity, and helping to prevent caries and gingivitis.

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Implementing the New CDT D4346 Dental Code Presenter: Charles Blair, D.D.S. CE Supporter: ACTEON Release Date: 11/1/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 11/1/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar discusses the new “scaling” dental code. This code reports scaling where an evaluation can be performed; there is no bone loss, but there is moderate or severe gingival inflammation present. This procedure would typically be followed a few weeks later by a prophylaxis as determined by the dentist.

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The 3 Keys to Implant Success: Maintenance, Home-Care & Implantitis Treatment Presenter: Susan Wingrove, RDH, BS CE Supporter: Sunstar Release Date: 11/1/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 11/1/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

As dental professionals need to address the implant maintenance challenge with researched-based protocols to be able to assess, identify, and know when to refer for peri-implantitis. Many of us are confused by conflicting messages. In this CE webinar, end the confusion with a comprehensive system for assessment, instrumentation, monitoring, and peri-implant disease treatment including cement residue implantitis.

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Accelerated Aligner Therapy: Precision Taken to the Next Level Presenter: Dr. Manal Ibrahim CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 10/28/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 10/28/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Since reliable and precise tooth movements are essential for ideal orthodontic treatment results, can clinicians offer the same or even better patient outcomes with Invisalign® as they do with standard wire and bracket systems? During this CE webinar, Dr. Ibrahim will explore this question and walk you through her journey of integrating Accelerated Invisalign as her preferred treatment modality for all patients. Through a series of case reviews, she will show how integrating AcceleDent® with Invisalign patients’ treatment helps ensure that the programmed movements in the aligners will be expressed more predictably during the treatment period. She will discuss how Align Technology’s innovations with the software, materials and features built into the aligners also help ensure that she’s able to provide the same, and more often, better control of tooth movement, more efficient patient care and enhanced results than with standard fixed appliances.

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Cariostatic Pediatric Care: Glass Ionomers, Silver Compounds and Truly Noninvasive Care Presenter: Dr. Jason Hirsch CE Supporter: SDI Release Date: 10/26/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 10/26/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Upon completion of this CE webinar, the attendee will • understand that caries is a surface biofilm disease unable to be effectively managed with surgical dentistry alone • understand the caries process is a dynamic process that begins and ends on the surface of the tooth, wherever that surface might be • be able to identify that glass ionomers are suitable restorative materials for cavities in pediatric patients • be able to manage this disease better with a vision of using different restoration materials for different circumstances and that restorations should be a part of preventive dentistry

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Making Accurate Impressions - Success Lies in the Details and Now it has Gotten Easier Presenter: Dr. Frank Milnar CE Supporter: Centrix Release Date: 10/25/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 10/25/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar gives a step by step approach to achieve accurate impressions with its multiple interrelated steps to insure clinical success, including how new materials are making this process easier, more assured. The chemistry of different impression materials will be discussed.

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Secrets to Improving Endodontic Access Presenter: Dr. Joseph Chikvashvili CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 10/20/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 10/20/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Upon completion of this CE webinar, the student will have learned • How to better read radiographs • How to evaluate tooth anatomy • How to preserve tooth structure • Is straight line access necessary? • How to locate missed canals • How to use CBCT technology to assist in access • How to properly judge tooth complexity

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What Now - Broken Implant Screw Retrieval Presenter: Dr. Stephen Dadaian CE Supporter: Air Techniques Release Date: 10/19/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 10/19/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will start by reviewing the current literature regarding success rates, fracture rates, and other related evidence based studies. We will then discuss a variety of documented approaches to treatment the doctor can use to safely retrieve a broken screw, which include a bench top exercise video as well as a photographic step by step case study. This webinar is aimed at general practitioners but all doctors and specialists are encouraged to participate.

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Digital Radiography in the Pediatric Dentist Office Presenter: Dr. Josh Wren CE Supporter: Air Techniques Release Date: 10/18/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 10/18/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will focus on the benefits of incorporating digital imaging in the pediatric dental office. Advancements in radiography have made diagnosis quicker, easier and more predictable. When these benefits for the practitioner are coupled with less radiation for the patient, it seems reasonable to assume that digital radiography should be standard in dental offices.

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Improving Your Treatment Acceptance Presenter: Sally McKenzie CE Supporter: Practice Management Release Date: 10/12/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 10/12/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

You recommend treatment to your patients, you think they’re ready to move forward with that treatment, and then you find out they’re not on the schedule. That means not only are your patients not getting the treatment they need, your practice isn’t meeting its full potential—and it’s costing you money. Learn steps to ensure that you and your team are all on the same page; thoroughly presenting treatment to the patient, not just introducing it and not making assumptions.

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Newest Advances in Direct Restorative Materials for the Modern Dental Practice Presenter: Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 10/11/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 10/11/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Dental materials are constantly improving and clinicians have to keep up with the all of the innovative, new products that are available to us. This CE webinar will discuss some of these new innovations, including the long-term use of glass hybrid restorative materials, the multiple indications for glass ionomer sealants, bases and luting agents, and how to use silver diamine fluoride in the clinical setting.

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Why and When Should We Use RMGI (Resin Modified Glass Ionomers) Presenter: Dr. Jose-Luis Ruiz CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 10/5/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 10/5/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Advances in resin bonding systems, composites, and porcelains have made this materials very popular and the first choice for most dentists. Does that mean that RMGIs are no longer valuable in dentistry? Far from it, RMGIs have valuable characteristic which pure resins don’t have. Dr Ruiz will demonstrate how with proper case selection and when used correctly, these materials are invaluable for every dentist and makes restorative dentistry better and more predictable.

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A New Periodontal Code Is Here! Now What? Presenter: Teresa Duncan, MS CE Supporter: ACTEON Release Date: 10/4/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 10/4/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

2017 brings a new procedure code for use with the treatment of our periodontal patients. Many offices struggle with how to accurately and ethically bill for periodontal services. A new code means you'll have to evaluate your periodontal protocol to find where it fits. This CE webinar will explore how the new code could work in your office and how to discuss it with patients. You'll learn how to use proven verbal skills and utilize impressive visual tools to motivate your patients to move forward with treatment needs.

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Become that Extraordinary Dental Assistant - Communication Skills Presenter: Jen Blake, CDA, EFDA, MADAA CE Supporter: Air Techniques Release Date: 9/29/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 9/29/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

It may not be brain surgery, however, communication skills are the back bone of a successful patient orientated practice. Non-verbal communication is as important as verbal communication. Would patients think you were an extraordinary dental assistant by looking at you? Do you have any idea what the concerns of your patients may be? Be proactive and show them what you do. Infection control procedures is one area that is always on a patient’s mind. In this CE webinar, learn ways to talk to them about this and other subjects.

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Regenerative Restorative Dentistry: The Quest to “Heal and Seal” Damaged Tooth Structure Presenter: Dr. John Comisi CE Supporter: Pulpdent Release Date: 9/29/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 9/29/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

During this CE webinar, the student will • Explore the remin-demin process of the oral cavity, caries progression and what we need to positively influence the health of the oral cavity • Review the current state of the dental restorative process: why they succeed and why they fail • Gain a true understanding of the current definition of bioactivity and the materials and mechanisms that can help you and our patients in daily dental care

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Innovative Dental Implant Design for Immediate Loading and Greater Initial Stability Presenter: Dr. Isaac Tawil CE Supporter: Integrated Dental Systems Release Date: 9/28/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 9/28/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Upon completion of this CE webinar, the student will obtain an understanding of the scientific criteria for early loading, crestal bone preservation with implant thread design and prosthetic simplicity (10 diameter implants using 1 prosthetic connection).

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Creating Natural Esthetics with Next Generation Composites Presenter: Dr. Frank Milnar CE Supporter: COLTENE Release Date: 9/27/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 9/27/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In response to the change in dentist/patient expectations, a proliferation of new products has been developed that enables the dental professional to create accurate and visually pleasing restorations. This CE webinar provides you with information to quickly select new products and develop the techniques required to create esthetic direct restorations that meet the demands of today’s patients. You will also learn how to improve your bonding skills and confidence using composites in complex anterior cases, as well as learn about a new proprietary nanotechnology composite system for natural esthetic restorations.

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Children Hospitalized from Contaminated Dental Unit Water -- Could this Happen in Your Office? Presenter: Ms. Leann Keefer, RDH, MSM CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 9/22/16     Reviewed: 2023 Expiration Date: 9/22/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Last year 20 children in Georgia, and most recently, at least 10 children in California required medical intervention following pulpotomy treatments. The source of these illnesses was reportedly contaminated dental unit waterlines. Don't let this happen in your practice. Watch this webinar and learn the best options to mitigate your risk!

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