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Infection Prevention in the Dental Hygiene Treatment Room: What will Post COVID-19 Look Like?

Sterility Assurance: Begin with the End in Mind Presenter: Ms. Leann Keefer, RDH, MSM CE Supporter: Crosstex Release Date: 12/11/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 12/11/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The adage, “what you can’t see won’t hurt you” can have disastrous consequences related to infection prevention. The ultimate goal of instrument processing is to provide sterile patient care items. This CE webinar will review the basic premise of sterility assurance including instrument packaging, sterilization, and biological monitoring processes.

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Advanced Direct and Indirect Bonding Techniques and Materials Presenter: Dr. Sam Simos CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 12/6/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 12/6/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

With today's advanced restorative materials, success is dependent upon 4 major elements: technique, knowledge, accuracy, and team preparedness. This CE webinar will examine how each element plays a critical role in the success and longevity of your indirect & direct restorations when determining materials, systems and techniques.

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Today's Flowables - Far More than Just a Liner Presenter: Dr. David Clark CE Supporter: 3M Dental Release Date: 12/5/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 12/5/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Years ago the difficulty of placing paste composite forced manufacturers to listen to the needs of practicing dentists. The first flowables were actually "home made" made by dentists, desperate for friendlier composite handling. Where are we today? In this timely CE webinar Dr. Clark will present the state of the science of flowable composites, packed with practical clinical tips.

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Achieving Predictable Success With Endodontics Using Controlled Memory NiTi Files Presenter: Dr. Christopher Glass CE Supporter: COLTENE Release Date: 11/29/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 11/29/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Upon completion of this CE webinar, the student will be able to: • Utilize knowledge of canal morphology to help determine final apical sizes • Appreciate the necessity of obtaining larger apical sizes when treating necrotic cases while also respecting natural canal anatomy • Use current research to gain a better understanding of how to eliminate intracanal bacteria • Determine when antibiotics are indicated and contraindicated • Understand why some endodontic cases fail despite seemingly ideal endodontic treatment

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The Glass Ionomer Revolution: Using Bioactive Materials to Achieve Proactive Dental Care Presenter: Dr. John Comisi CE Supporter: SDI Release Date: 11/29/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 11/29/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will explore Cariology and caries progression; preventive care considerations and diagnostics that can help aid in caries detection and how glass ionomer materials can and should be considered for use in your dental practice. The clinician will help you develop a greater comfort level for the many applications to use this versatile and important dental material in today’s dental practice.

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Sharpen Up Your Instrumentation Presenter: Alison Grant CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 11/28/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 11/28/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This webinar will cover the practical aspects and procedure of how to successfully sharpen a range of periodontal instruments to maintain optimal performance. Participants will be able to recognise when instruments need sharpening as well as identify appropriate angulation for consistent outcomes. This presentation is relevant for all members of the dental team to update and improve our clinical practice of instrument maintenance.

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Clinical Success with Chairside Denture Reline Materials Presenter: Dr. Arthur Tomaro CE Supporter: Tokuyama Dental America Release Date: 11/15/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 11/15/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will increase awareness on the optimal properties a clinician should evaluate, when choosing a denture reline material. Upon completion of this CE webinar, the student will be able to: Understand the different properties one should evaluate in a chairside denture reline material; understand best practices in preparing and finishing a denture after relining;understand how chairside denture reline materials are applicable to implant cases (All-on-4’s)

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Hygiene Department - Tracking for Success Presenter: Sally McKenzie CE Supporter: Practice Management Release Date: 11/14/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 11/14/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Improving hygiene is a multi-step process and the first place is to start tracking what is happening right now. This CE webinar will teach you how to determine if your hygiene department is helping or hindering the practice profitability. You’ll learn how to measure hygiene business systems, understanding how your hygiene numbers stack up and provide clear information to determine if you’re meeting patient demand and practice needs.

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Rubber-dam Techniques - Overview and New Matrix Systems Presenter: Dr. Ian Cline CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 11/14/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 11/14/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This webinar gives an overview over rubber-dam techniques and will provide you with tips and tricks how to make the application easy and convenient. New matrix systems will also be described and demonstrated and advantages of the new sectional systems will be discussed.

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Treatment Planning for the 21st Century: Don’t Keep the Future Out of Reach Presenter: Dr. Leonard Hess CE Supporter: Septodont Release Date: 11/13/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 11/13/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Many times making teeth look pretty is the easy part. Having these restorations stand the test of time and function comfortably for the patient is the real challenge. People have come to expect a lot from modern dentistry, and nothing is better than meeting and exceeding expectations.

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From Explorer to Fluorescence: The Evolution of Caries Detection Presenter: Dr. Fay Goldstep CE Supporter: Air Techniques Release Date: 11/13/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 11/13/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Dental therapy has turned to a new medical model, bringing enhanced treatment for the patient and easier more predictable procedures for the dental team. Upon completion of this CE webinar, the student will be able to: identify the new technologies in caries detection systems; understand the clinical advantages of new caries detection systems, including accurate and clinically significant results and being reproducible; understand how the technology works, and why it works; understand how scientific caries detection contributes to Minimally Invasive Treatment.

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Reliable Vertical Control: Direct Use of TAD Palatal Anchorage for Open Bite Correction Presenter: Dr. Mohammad Razavi CE Supporter: 3M Ortho Release Date: 11/9/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 11/9/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, Dr. Mohammad Razavi introduces the use of a temporary anchorage device system for palatal anchorage to control vertical dimension, and correction of anterior open bites. This presentation also highlights factors that should be taken into consideration in order to achieve reliable and predictable open bite correction.

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Cementation Protocols for Provisional and Definitive Placement of Indirect Dental Restorations Presenter: Dr. Bob Lowe CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 11/7/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 11/7/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, Dr. Lowe will discuss clinical techniques for indirect cementation of both provisional and definitive restorations using conventional and total etch protocols. Provisional cementation will also be discussed as an integral part of the indirect delivery process for preparation protection and tissue management.

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Rocking Piston Compressor Technology Presenter: Mike Deering CE Supporter: DentalEZ® Release Date: 11/5/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 11/5/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will focus on the basic fundamentals of the Rocking Piston Compressor Design. It will talk about the features and benefits of the rocking piston design compared to some other compressor technologies. It will also cover some of the preventive maintenance that will be required to ensure maximum life of the compressor along with some trouble shooting guides to help when evaluating a system with a Rocking Piston Compressor.

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Direct Posterior Composites: A Rapid, Simplified Placement Technique Presenter: Dr. Ron Jackson CE Supporter: Kerr Restorative Release Date: 11/1/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 11/1/23 CE Credits: 0 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Posterior composite resin restorations have become mainstream. However, dentists complain that Class II composite restorations are tedious and time consuming to place and aren't always predictable. Upon completion of this CE webinar, the student will be able to familiarize themselves with different options for Class II direct resin restorations as Dr. Jackson presents a clinical case in his office.

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Cariology and CAMBRA Presenter: Nancy Andrews, RDH CE Supporter: SDI Release Date: 10/30/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 10/30/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This seminar explores techniques and products to assess the risk of developing caries. Based on definitive results of the oral assessment techniques, alternatives to restorative procedures, such as tooth remineralization techniques, sealants, and varnishes are compared. The challenges and reality of patient selection, motivation and partnership is addressed.

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The Role of Oraverse (Phentolamine Mesylate) in Dental Practice Presenter: Dr. Sean Boynes CE Supporter: Septodont Release Date: 10/25/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 10/25/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will provide a comprehensive review of the pharmacology, efficacy, and safety of Oraverse. Since its FDA approval in 2008, Oraverse has been increasingly used in dental practice. There exists variation between dental providers on how it is marketed and used during the daily course of comprehensive dental care delivery. Using evidence based information including the introduction of a new study evaluating its real world use, the presentation will analyze and describe phentolamine mesylate’s role in current dental practice.

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Isolation, Preparation, and Cementation Presenter: Ms. Shannon Pace Brinker CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 10/25/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 10/25/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Today, an increasing number of products are introduced to help dentists and their teams satisfy patient expectations for highly esthetic treatments. It’s not surprising, then, that staying abreast of the different preparation and cementation requirements of various esthetic materials can be challenging. For cementation and adhesive protocol, selecting the ideal material and technique, as well as performing the steps properly, are important to achieving long-lasting clinical outcomes.

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Restorations for Children - Making your Practice Better, Faster, and Easier Presenter: Dr. Carla Cohn CE Supporter: SDI Release Date: 10/24/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 10/24/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will outline indications and applications for the best restorative materials for your pediatric patients. Explore what is new and improved and how they can benefit your patients and your practice. Learn when and where to use these materials , but most importantly, how to use them to your advantage to help you to deliver fast, profitable and effective treatment to your "not so patient" little patients.

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A Step by Step Guide to Sculpting Anterior Direct Restorative Beauty Presenter: Dr. Simona Cuevas CE Supporter: Kerr Restorative Release Date: 10/24/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 10/24/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will show the participants clear composite placement and sculpting techniques and guidelines from Class IV to direct veneering. Upon completion of this CE webinar, the student will be able to apply the technique shown to achieve a successful esthetic outcome.

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LED Lighting in Today’s High-Tech, Green Dental Office Presenter: Dr. Fred Pockrass CE Supporter: DentalEZ® Release Date: 10/23/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 10/23/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Every dental operatory needs special lighting to illuminate the doctor’s and hygienist’s clinical field. Old-style halogen lighting has both clinical and environmental limitations, and involves added expense. LED technology, by contrast, provides improved visibility, is designed to work with the latest restorative materials, and offers superior environmental performance. LED operatory lighting facilitates the creation of beautiful restorations in office, and is an essential piece of equipment for today’s high-tech dental office.

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Demystifying Digital Orthodontics Presenter: Dr. Jeffrey Kozlowski CE Supporter: Ormco Release Date: 10/19/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 10/19/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Treatment using 3-D Digital Orthodontics (i.e. smile design) is quickly growing into the next natural evolutionary phase in orthodontics to which we practice and treat cases. How can digital smile design and the resulting customized appliances aid our treatment? More importantly, how can digital orthodontics positively increase efficiencies, impact practice workflow and the bottom line?

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Increasing Case Acceptance from Whitening to the Esthetic Dental Procedures Presenter: Ms. Shannon Pace Brinker CE Supporter: Kulzer Release Date: 10/16/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 10/16/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

As clinical procedures in aesthetic dentistry continue to expand and improve, the dental assistant’s role continues to evolve as well. As we connect with the patient and understand their desires, it allows them to become more open and honest with their expectations. Increasing case acceptance is easy when we know what to ask and say. This CE webinar takes the dental assistant through proper records gathering, treatment planning and case acceptance and how to include whitening and esthetic dental treatment.

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How Personality Types Affect Your Practice Success Presenter: Sally McKenzie CE Supporter: Practice Management Release Date: 10/11/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 10/11/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Typically, the greatest cause of conflict in the dental practice is the fact that individuals fail to really understand one another. Differences in temperament types, within your office, can surface in the form of arguments, pouting, ignoring, gossip, manipulation, etc. Temperament types that are not suited for specific skills can result in systems breaking down. There are some very practical reasons why you're not firing Betty. Even though you know you've lost business because of her. Learn what personality characteristics are needed for specific positions in dentistry.

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Impressive Impressions: Keys to a Successful Final Restoration Presenter: Dr. Ronald Perry CE Supporter: 3M Dental Release Date: 10/11/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 10/11/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

One of the keys to a successful indirect restoration is the quality of the final impression. Upon completion of this CE webinar, the student will be able to: Understand the basics of prep design, proper tissue retraction, syringing, timing, and tips on how to make a perfect "first impression"; understand the monetary impact of impressioning; be familiar with the differences between traditional impression technique and digital impressions

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Tooth Whitening – Update on Techniques and the New Legislation Presenter: Dr. Trevor Bigg CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 10/11/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 10/11/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This lecture explains the different available techniques of tooth whitening and discusses the latest changes in the legislation. A video illustrates step by step the application of the tooth whitening gel Illuminé.

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Bonding of Today's Materials In the 21st Century Presenter: Dr. Mark Morin CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 10/10/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 10/10/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In today's complex restorative age there are many many different options available to the general dentist. The ability to understand these materials and how to work with them is the key to providing your patients a long term successful restoration. Upon completion of this CE webinar, the student will be able to: Identify the different techniques and materials to help ensure successful restorations; be familiar with the correct materials to bond to the restorations; understand when and why to use these different materials.

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Nuts & Bolts Impressioning: Predictable Excellence in the Everyday Restorative Practice Presenter: Dr. Michael Melkers CE Supporter: Dentsply Sirona Release Date: 10/10/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 10/10/23 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

During this CE webinar, practical protocols for excellence in impressioning will be presented. Upon completion of this CE webinar, the student will be able to: identify the instrumentation for tooth prep - excellence starts with the prep; understand the pre-impressioning protocols in order to set yourself up for success; be familiar with Impression material choices; choosing the material that fits your needs

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Injection Molding with Sonicfill and the Bioclear Matrix Presenter: Dr. David Clark CE Supporter: Kerr Restorative Release Date: 9/26/12     Reviewed: 2020 Expiration Date: 9/26/23 CE Credits: 0 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Traditional Class II restorations have been layered in the past for many reasons. This layering has caused problems such as voids, gaps and seams, not to mention wasted time. Dr. Clark will teach new contemporary filling techniques in this webinar, including many useful practical tips. Don’t miss this unique opportunity!

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