Online Dental CE

Success with Surgical Guides Presenter: Dr. Douglas Chenin CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 8/10/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 8/10/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, Dr. Douglas Chenin will introduce the various surgical guide types and classify them according to the available "levels of control" that surgical guides can offer, and the associated instruments needed for these various capabilities. He will also discuss surgical-guide digital-workflow considerations and surgical guide protocols. It will also explore the associated digital CAD/CAM capabilities and advanced options that can be used in conjunction with guided technologies. This CE webinar is perfect for anybody interested in using surgical guides, either on their own or to facilitate case planning and collaboration with colleagues.

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Nitrous Oxide – Oxygen Sedation in Dentistry Presenter: Dr. Frank Mathers CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 8/2/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 8/2/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Creating a positive patient experience often begins by identifying and addressing any underlying fears or anxiety regarding dental treatment. New techniques of inhalational sedation are leading more and more dental clinicians to choose nitrous oxide-oxygen to alleviate tension in their fearful patients. With a long track record of safety, low cost and ease of use it has become the quasi standard for today’s clinicians. This CE webinar is part of a triad of webinars that will give a historical perspective, show how to rapidly identify anxiety and phobias related to treatment, explain the clinical science of N2O/O2 application and address occupational safety issues and practice management.

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Glycine Powder Subgingival Air Polishing: The Power Behind the Powder Presenter: Robin Cox, BS, RDH, EPP CE Supporter: ACTEON Release Date: 7/27/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 7/27/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Glycine powder has recently become an effective treatment modality for biofilm disruption through air polishing technology. Evidence shows promising data for using GPAP to manage and treat periodontal disease, implant maintenance and first stage treatment for diseases affecting the implant integrity. This CE webinar is designed to educate dental professionals on the benefits, evidence and techniques of using glycine as a safe, effective and time saving biofilm removal procedure for your patients.

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Artistry and Efficiency with Composite Restorations Presenter: Dr. Mark Kleive CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 7/26/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 7/26/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Most dentists spend a considerable part of their day placing composite restorations. During these appointments they manage preparation designs, matrix systems, dental adhesives, filling materials, and finishing techniques. This CE webinar will utilize clinical videos, hands-on demonstration and product sampling to improve the predictability and esthetics of this popular restoration for both anterior and posterior teeth. Particular emphasis will be placed on the newest materials and tips and tricks to improve efficiency.

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Tips for Great Indirect Restorations Presenter: Dr. Todd Snyder CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 7/25/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 7/25/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

We were all taught how to do crown and bridge procedures in dental school, but there are many technique variations and newer materials that can offer better results and improve our accuracy for better patient outcomes and improved practice profitability. In this CE webinar, follow along as we discuss some simple steps to allow us to work faster and improve our accuracy. These five highly effective tips can help anyone obtain great results with their indirect restorative cases.

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Tweaked, Cracked, and Loaded: A Profile of the Addicted Dental Patient Presenter: Dr. Ronni Brown, D.D.S., M.P.H. CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 7/20/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 7/20/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, discover the drugs that your patients are most likely to abuse. Learn how to become aware of patients with substance abuse disorders. Learn how to recognize the “oral” clues of substance abuse and to discuss suspected abuse with your patients. Learn how to avoid being targeted for drugs by your patients and to manage pain effectively without using opiate-type analgesics. Recognize your professional responsibilities and your own personal boundaries in treating the “addicted” patient.

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Optimising All Clinical Stages of Direct Anterior Composite Restorations Presenter: Dr. Mahul Patel CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 7/18/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 7/18/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This webinar will explore the latest materials and techniques that enable clinicians to optimise all clinical stages of direct anterior composite restorations. It will look specifically at how new composite filler technologies, are making for easier anatomical shaping and simpler layering techniques, meaning better aesthetic and functional outcomes for our patients.

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Management of Fear and Anxiety in Dentistry Presenter: Ms. Leann Keefer, RDH, MSM CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 7/18/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 7/18/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Creating a positive patient experience often begins by identifying and addressing any underlying fears or anxiety regarding dental treatment. New techniques of inhalational sedation are leading more and more dental clinicians to choose nitrous oxide-oxygen to alleviate tension in their fearful patients. With a long track record of safety, low cost and ease of use it has become the quasi standard for today’s clinicians. This CE webinar is part of a triad of webinars that will give a historical perspective, show how to rapidly identify anxiety and phobias related to treatment, explain the clinical science of N2O/O2 application and address occupational safety issues and practice management.

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Advances in Digital Caries Detection Technology Presenter: Dr. Dean Glasser CE Supporter: Air Techniques Release Date: 6/29/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/29/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

During this CE webinar, the clinician will learn how the dual functionality of the CamX Triton will assist in the ability to diagnose and differentiate between E-1 and D-3 carious lesions, as well as its ability to take intraoral photographs.

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Stacking the Odds in Your Favor - A Simple Approach to Direct Restoratives Presenter: Dr. Ronaldo Hirata CE Supporter: Ivoclar Release Date: 6/28/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/28/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will discuss the two techniques: the traditional layering technique (dentin/chromatic/achromatic enamel) and the modified technique using the low shrinkage composites (bulk flowable/enamel composite resin). The step-by-step sequence of each technique is described along with the challenges and essentials of each one. Results obtained by microCT analysis of bulk filling composites will be also presented.

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Advanced Prosthetic Options Utilizing Implants and IPS e.max Presenter: Dr. John Nosti CE Supporter: Ivoclar Release Date: 6/22/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/22/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

With the advent and widespread use of implants in dentistry, patients are demanding a higher cosmetic result when implants are utilized. Likewise older prosthetic techniques are becoming a lost art form when implants are not an option. In this CE webinar, Dr Nosti will discuss the use of IPS e.max in his high demanding cosmetic cases, as well as telescoping copings to solve the common aesthetic and prosthetic complications we face in dentistry today

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The Disappearing Patient Population Presenter: Angie Stone, RDH, BS CE Supporter: Sunstar Release Date: 6/21/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/21/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Patients are disappearing from our practices. Why is this happening? Where have they gone? Why aren’t they returning as they had every 6 months? Maybe they aren’t able to physically get to the office any more, or maybe they are residing in a nursing home. Our elder patients are becoming more invisible and this vulnerable population needs our help now, more than ever. Dental professionals who take this CE webinar will learn about this at risk, growing population and discover viable solutions for keeping track of these patients and keeping them healthy.

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Rapid Fire Pearls for Immediate Impact Presenter: Dr. Ron Kaminer CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 6/20/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/20/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Doesn't everyone love a few pearls that they can incorporate immediately into practice? Join us in this fast paced CE webinar as we discuss direct and indirect restorative techniques that everyone can utilize tomorrow morning.

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7 Best Crown and Bridge Gems for Your Practice Presenter: Dr. Todd Snyder CE Supporter: Microcopy Release Date: 6/19/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/19/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

We were all taught how to do crown and bridge procedures in dental school, but there are many more modern tools and techniques to allow us to work faster and yield better results. In this CE webinar, the whole process from start to finish will be addressed with modern technology and techniques to create beautiful indirect restorations.

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Fusion of Strength, Bio-compatibility, and Esthetics Presenter: Dr. Gary Radz CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 6/16/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/16/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

A new, bio-compatible restorative material has the potential to be used universally to provide highly esthetic, long lasting restorations. In this CE webinar, discussions will include overview of this new restorative material as well as clinical applications and techniques to efficiently provide excellent outcomes for your patients.

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Glass Ionomers - As Direct Tooth Colored Restorative Materials Presenter: Dr. Todd Snyder CE Supporter: SDI Release Date: 6/15/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/15/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

A lot of emphasis is placed on utilizing resin based restorative materials when a tooth colored direct restoration is necessary. However in some instances a different form of direct tooth colored restorative materials might be considered. There are many benefits to utilizing glass ionomers as direct restorations. Their unique material properties allow them to have distinct advantages that few other materials share. In this CE webinar, join us for an hour discussion on how you and your patients can have an advantage by implementing them.

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Hygiene Production Down? Let’s Fix It! Presenter: Sally McKenzie CE Supporter: Practice Management Release Date: 6/14/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/14/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

At first glance, your hygiene schedule looks jam-packed. You’re booking patients three, even four weeks out, yet somehow, there are days when you find your hygienist relaxing in the break room more than you find her working on patients in the operatory. You know your hygienist is good at her job, yet her production numbers are abysmal. Let’s Fix It!

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A New Approach to the Traditional Dental Sealant Presenter: Dr. Martin Jablow CE Supporter: Premier Dental Release Date: 6/1/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/1/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar you will learn about the scientific evidence that supports the use, safety and benefits of sealants. We will review the 2016 ADA/AAPD clinical practice guideline for the use of dental sealants as well as science-based literature on pit and fissure sealants.

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Airway Support: Retain Healthy Enamel During Treatment Presenter: Shirley Gutkowski, RDH, BSDH CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 6/1/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/1/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The C-PAP and dental appliances to open the airway have some detrimental effects on enamel. Drying the mouth or mouth breathing alter oral pH putting teeth at a disadvantage. In this CE webinar, discover new uses for remineralization products and learn that fluoride can support enamel during treatments for Sleep Apnea, orofacial myofunctional therapy, orthodontics, or upper airway resistance syndrome.

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21st Century Approach to Dental Hygiene Presenter: Siobhan Kelleher CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 5/31/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/31/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Adopt a 21st century approach to the management of periodontal disease and grow your practice, increase practice profitability and promote greater teamwork. This webinar will show you how your patients will benefit from the introduction and effective use of hygiene services and how this will lead to increased demand for elective services leading to greater profitability for your practice.

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Predictable Clinical Excellence in Anterior and Posterior Composite Resin Restorations Presenter: Dr. Robert Margeas CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 5/30/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/30/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will cover various types of composite restorations from Class 4, direct resin veneers, diastema closures, and creating posterior composites with tight contacts. The cases will be shown in real time from a full time practicing dentist. The procedures can be incorporated into your practice immediately for profit and predictable results.

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Cementations and Ceramics Decoded Presenter: Dr. Parag Kachalia CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 5/25/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/25/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The world of metal-ceramic dentistry has had a good track record; however new ceramic materials in the marketplace are serving as predictable alternatives for these restorations. This CE webinar will look at new age indirect materials including zirconia, lithium silicate, and resin nanoceramics. A rationale will be given with respect to material selection and proper cementation of this ceramics to attain long term success.

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Glass Ionomers - Advantages for Your Pediatric Patient Presenter: Dr. Carla Cohn CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 5/25/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/25/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Glass ionomers and resin modified glass ionomers are essential to a successful pediatric practice. This CE webinar will present material properties, clinical indications and reliable techniques to use glass ionomers and resin modified glass ionomers in your practice.

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Management of Severe Curvatures and Complex Anatomy with Controlled Memory Files: A New Approach Presenter: Dr. Antonis Chaniotis CE Supporter: COLTENE Release Date: 5/25/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/25/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The root canal system is often a highly complicated network of multi-planar curvatures and anastomoses. Reaching the biological and design objectives of instrumentation in severely curved canals, deep apical splits and complicated canal systems can be an extremely challenging aspect of root canal treatment. The aim of this CE webinar is to introduce a novel instrumentation concept with controlled memory files for the predictable and safe enlargement of extremely challenging root canal systems.

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Win the War Against Germs - Webinar 2: Don’t Forget the Rules: Clean and Disinfect Presenter: Dr. Karson Carpenter CE Supporter: Clorox Healthcare Release Date: 5/24/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/24/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

As you update your infection control plan, it is important to follow regulations and implement infection control best practices to protect your business, your staff and your patients. In the second segment of a two-part CE webinar series on infection control best practices in the dental office, Dr. Karson Carpenter will review regulations governing infection control and focus on best practices for cleaning and disinfecting surfaces and equipment to safeguard the dental healthcare environment. After completing this CE webinar, you should be able to update your infection control plan to keep your dental practice safe.

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Single Cone Endodontic Obturation Using Gutta Percha in Conjunction with a Bioactive Bioceramic Sealer Presenter: Dr. Randall Cohen CE Supporter: Septodont Release Date: 5/18/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/18/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, Dr. Cohen will discuss endodontic obturation and present a technique using a single gutta percha cone in conjunction with a bioactive sealer. This innovative means of completing the root canal using this advanced material is easier, faster, safer, and more predictable than traditional methods.

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Enhanced Composite Restoration Through Unique Chemistries Presenter: Dr. Todd Snyder CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 5/17/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/17/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Every year, new composites become available to enhance placement for the dentist and improved restoration longevity for patients. This CE webinar will highlight some placement techniques, newer materials, and their applications to restore teeth.

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Infections: When to Treat, When to Refer, When to Call 911 Presenter: Dr. Stuart Lieblich CE Supporter: Pierrel S.p.A. Release Date: 5/16/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/16/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will present clinical cases including mild infections and how to manage these in a general practice setting. The signs and symptoms of more severe infections will also be presented so that the practitioner can determine what type of clinical signs that can present requiring more urgent referral or possibly emergent referral to a hospital setting.

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Managing Wire Sequencing and Appointment Intervals with Accelerated Treatment Patients Presenter: Dr. Straty Righellis CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 5/12/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/12/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Wondering how to manage wire sequencing and your patients’ appointment frequency with accelerated orthodontics? Join us for this CE webinar where Dr. Straty Righellis will help you take the guesswork out of planning and treating braces patients using accelerated orthodonitcs. He will share clinical and practical insights to reduce treatment time and office visits to maximize your clinical efficiencies without compromising results.

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