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Anterior Composites - A Practical Guide Presenter: Dr. Louis Mackenzie CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 9/23/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 9/23/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This webinar, hosted by renowned minimally invasive dentistry lecturer Louis Mackenzie, will provide an entirely practical update on the latest materials, equipment and techniques that will help clinicians optimise all clinical stages of direct anterior composite restorations. It will examine cavity preparation, moisture control and adhesion, anatomical shaping and layering techniques.

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New Advanced Restorative Solutions - The Glass Ionomer Revolution Presenter: Dr. Daniel Ward CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 9/22/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 9/22/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The glass ionomer family is the perfect addition to complete the esthetic lineup. However dentists are having challenges successfully placing composites in all situations and confusion exists about the uses and indications for these materials. In this CE webinar, learn the latest about this innovative smart restorative option.

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No Need to Watch Dental Disease, Manage it Chemically or Surgically Presenter: Dr. Parag Kachalia CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 9/16/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 9/16/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

At the conclusion of the CE webinar, participants will: • Gain strategies to manage and prevent carious and erosive lesions utilizing chemical intervention • Be introduced to caries detection technologies • Be introduced to minimally invasive preparation strategies • Understand the advancements and proper usage of new age flowable composites

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Bone Graft Armamentarium: Instruments for Simple Bone Grafting Presenter: Dr. Joel Henriod CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 9/15/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 9/15/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Bone grafting becomes a predictable, repeatable, procedure when using correct materials, instruments, and techniques. This CE webinar will review the armamentarium for basic oral surgery: flap control, bone access, and suturing.

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Debunking the Myths of Cementation Presenter: Lee Ann Brady, Jason Olitsky and John Nosti CE Supporter: Ivoclar Release Date: 9/14/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 9/14/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Let’s face it, cementation is confusing and therefore many misconceptions exist when it comes to proper cementation protocol. This CE webinar addresses many of the misconceptions and clears up much of the confusion that exists today. Don’t miss this great opportunity to learn more about proper cementation protocol using clinically proven products and techniques.

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The Difference - Issue 8 Presenter: CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 9/11/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 9/11/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In the brand new edition of The Difference from DENTSPLY, the publication for dental professionals by dental professionals, we bring you a range of articles, case studies and product innovations relevant to every member of the practice. Take the quiz after reading and providing you get 50% or more of the answers correct, you will receive an electronic certificate for 2 hours verifiable CPD straight away.

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Five Critical Minutes: Instrument Reprocessing Update 2015 Presenter: Karen Siebert, RDH, MA CE Supporter: Air Techniques Release Date: 9/8/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 9/8/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

During this CE webinar, the student will • define and discern between cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization • know CDC and OSHA protocol for complete instrument reprocessing • establish an efficient and effective instrument reprocessing routine

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Taking the Stress Out of Final Impressions Presenter: Dr. Parag Kachalia CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 9/2/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 9/2/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Making a proper final impression is one of the most stressful things clinicians do on a daily basis. Proper fit of a restoration is critical to prevent cement washout, caries, and plaque accumulation and this fit is highly dependent upon starting with an accurate final impression. Unfortunately final impressions can be fraught with error and many laboratory technicians report that nearly 60% of all impressions that are sent to the laboratory are inadequate. This CE webinar will focus on leveraging proper techniques, materials, and technologies to achieve predictable impressions time and time again.

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Can't Touch This - How to Optimize Cleaning and Surface Disinfection in the Clinical Setting Presenter: Debbie Zafiropoulos, RDH CE Supporter: Air Techniques Release Date: 8/25/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 8/25/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

During this CE webinar, the student will • learn if they are adhering to the CDC and OSAP guidelines for infection control on clinical contact surfaces • create or update their office checklist for efficient infection control protocols • be more knowledgeable on the properties of ideal surface disinfectants that will not destroy material integrity but will also enforce infection control protocol

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The Oral Environmentalist Presenter: Shirley Gutkowski, RDH, BSDH CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 8/18/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 8/18/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Anyone frustrated with motivating patients to brush better to decrease decay, needs to be in this audience. Remineralization therapy is the latest and greatest dental hygiene procedure since the middle 1980’s. With today’s technology, dental hygienists become the key players in enamel repair by healing the oral environment. This CE webinar goes beyond better brushing, beyond sealants, beyond anything you’ve done before!

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Exquisite Crown and Bridge Provisionalization Made Easy Presenter: Dr. Bob Lowe CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 8/13/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 8/13/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The essence of the crown and bridge provisionalization goes far beyond traditional “temporary” methodology. A well-constructed, aesthetic provisional restoration affords the dentist and the patient the opportunity to “preview” the direction and ultimate success of the laboratory processed definitive restorations. In this CE webinar, Dr. Lowe will discuss materials and chairside techniques to enhance the provisional process for both the patient and doctor.

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7 Signs You’re Busy, But Not Productive Presenter: Sally McKenzie CE Supporter: Practice Management Release Date: 8/12/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 8/12/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The definition of “busy” means different things to different people. For some it is synonymous with stress. For others it means excitement and challenge. And then there are those who see “busy” as the precise balance between a fully engaged team and profitable practice. Learn the tell-tale signs of busy-but-not productive. In this CE webinar, learn how to take your focus off of merely busy and what it takes to be truly productive.

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Intermediate Bone Grafting: Combining Bone Allografts and Collagen Membranes to Regenerate Bone Presenter: Dr. Joel Henriod CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 8/11/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 8/11/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

When bone atrophy has occurred, or when critical defects occur from infection or trauma, bone augmentation may require rebuilding hard tissue with a combination of biologic materials. This CE webinar will show how to use collagen membranes and bone allograft in predictable ways

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The Right Way to Optimize Dental Benefit Esthetic Care Coverage Presenter: Patti DiGangi, RDH, BS CE Supporter: COLTENE Release Date: 7/29/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 7/29/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Esthetic dentistry helps patients maintain their oral health, function, and appearance for their lifetime. Tooth preservation with excellent esthetic results is our goal. Treatment decisions based on individual patient dental-medical using evidence-based protocols and accurate benefit coding optimizes coverage. This is where confusion lies. Coding and coverage are NOT the same. In this CE webinar, coding expert Patti DiGangi uses case studies to demonstrate these important concepts to optimize dental benefit coverage.

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Retreatment: Diagnosis and Surgical vs. Non-surgical Retreatment Planning Presenter: Dr. Peter Raftery CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 7/15/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 7/15/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The first step in endodontic retreatment will be diagnosing endodontic treatment failure. The next stage when considering retreatment is an appraisal of tooth in question’s restorability. This webinar will discuss how to approach these points as well as some case-based discussions on the treatment planning of surgical vs non-surgical retreatment and clinical insights into negotiating fractured instruments and post removal.

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Go With The Flow: What are Flowable Composites and Where are They Used Presenter: Dr. Frank Milnar CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 7/15/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 7/15/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Recently, manufacturers have developed a new generation of highly filled flowable composites indicated for class I-V restorations. The high filler content increases strength and wear resistance, lowers polymerization shrinkage and allows the material to be stacked. The addition of nanofill particles assists in creating highly esthetic restorations. This CE webinar gives step by step instructions for the clinical uses and the placement for highly filled flowable composites.

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Bond or Cement: How to Choose Between the Glues We Use Presenter: Timothy Bizga, D.D.S. CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 7/14/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 7/14/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Confused on how to choose the right cement? Looking for a simplistic method in selection? Then this is the CE webinar for you! Designed to give guidance on cement selection, this webinar will have you choosing and using the cement that is right for you.

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Why Do Posterior Composites Fail Presenter: Dr. Ian Cline CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 7/8/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 7/8/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This webinar will explore the common problem areas, including isolation options, inadequate contact areas and the benefits of sectional vs circumferential matrices, provide an overview of dentine and enamel bonding and present Dr. Cline’s strategies for the rapid placement of Class I and II restorations.

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Impression Materials and Techniques To Achieve a Better Fitting Restoration Presenter: Dr. Stephen Poss CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 6/30/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 6/30/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Capturing the perfect impression can be challenging for the clinician. This CE webinar will have a discussion on the various tools that can be utilized to assist in managing tissue and other obstacles to achieve a predictable impression. This will include various retraction materials including the latest cordless techniques.

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Permanent Cementation: A Key Component to Restoration Longevity Presenter: Dr. Lori Trost CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 6/23/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 6/23/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Vital to every dental practice is the final cementation of an indirect restoration. Let’s face it - the final cementation procedure needs to be performed predictably and easily, setting the stage for long-term restoration performance and success. This CE webinar will offer practical approaches to confidently cementing indirect restorations while benefiting from specific cement properties to create patient satisfaction.

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Accelerate Your Practice: Leveraging Virtual Treatment Tools to Maximize Accelerated Orthodontic Treatment Outcomes Presenter: Dr. Sam Daher CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 6/12/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 6/12/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, by embracing advanced imaging techniques, Dr. Daher will share his insight on how to enable virtual treatment planning and customized appliances for almost every type of malocclusion. In addition, Dr. Daher will provide clinical and practical insight on how to successfully grow your practice with the adoption of technology and accelerated orthodontics.

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Moist Bonding? Wet Bonding? Dry Bonding? Finally, ONE Adhesive Solution for ALL Presenter: Dr. Donald Antonson CE Supporter: Ivoclar Release Date: 6/11/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 6/11/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Universal bonding agents have the ability to take adhesive dentistry to new levels of efficiency because of their broad indications and technique tolerances. New research is now showing that some even have tolerance to different dentin moisture levels. During this CE webinar the various generations of bonding agents will be reviewed and new research indicating their technique tolerance on wet and dry dentin will be discussed.

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Atraumatic Extraction - The Precursor to Esthetic and Functional Tooth Replacement Presenter: Dr. Markus Weitz CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 6/10/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 6/10/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, Dr. Weitz will review and demonstrate the latest techniques and armamentarium that will aid the clinician in understanding, performing and implementing trouble-free atraumatic tooth extraction and ensuing restorative achievement. Bone preservation techniques, bone augmentation procedures, provisionalization and final restoration will be discussed in the context of atraumatic extraction as an essential foundation.

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Generational Differences Fact or Fiction? Presenter: Sally McKenzie CE Supporter: Practice Management Release Date: 6/10/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 6/10/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Everyone is talking about the conundrum that three generations in the workplace is creating. While the generalizations are many and certainly not always accurate, in working with hundreds of dental practices, there’s no denying that we are witnessing a clear shift in priorities and career philosophies as Gen Xers (born 1965-1980), and Millennials (born 1981-2000) take their places alongside Boomers (born 1946-1964). In this CE webinar, learn how to manage those differences and understand how each generation brings its strengths and weaknesses.

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The Oral Systemic Link and the Dental Hygienist Presenter: Amy Kinnamon CE Supporter: ACTEON Release Date: 6/9/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 6/9/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The oral systemic link has gained notoriety in the past few years. We have been studying this link for hundreds of years. This CE webinar explores the history of the oral systemic link and periodontal disease then and now. It also includes a review of current literature concerning the oral systemic link and how to communicate these findings with patients to facilitate total overall health.

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Dry Mouth - Much More than Just Irritating Presenter: Patti DiGangi, RDH, BS CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 6/9/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 6/9/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Upon completion of this CE webinar, the participant should be able to: • Define the difference between xerostomia and hyposalivation • Translate evidence based science risk information on xerostomia/hyposalivation into language patients can understand • Incorporate saliva risk assessment routinely into practice • Identify variety of options available for dry mouth management • Learn from case studies to tailor individual protocols for a wide variety of patients

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Perky Perio: 2015 Presenter: Shirley Gutkowski, RDH, BSDH CE Supporter: COLTENE Release Date: 6/8/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 6/8/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar is for the dental health care professional who is still slightly interested in learning more about periodontal disease and looking for exciting new material and sure ways to present, treat, manage and cure it.

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Course Cements 101 Part 2: Self-Adhesive Cements, Simplified Presenter: Dr. Sam Simos CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 6/2/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 6/2/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This dynamic bonding CE webinar is sure to get you and your practice up to speed with the latest bonding protocols, materials & techniques available today. If you're still using any of the same materials and techniques you were using just 2 years ago, you need to attend this webinar.

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Selecting The Right Cement for the Right Type of Laboratory Restoration Presenter: Dr. Stephen Poss CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 5/27/15     Reviewed: 2022 Expiration Date: 5/27/25 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Selecting the appropriate cement to assure a long lasting restoration is critical to the success of the clinical dentist. This CE webinar will discuss a variety of dental substrates, their indications and what would be the best choice with dental adhesives as well as resin-based luting cements to achieve long lasting restoration.

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