Online Dental CE

The Clinical Issue: Medical Glove Selection for Dental Professionals Presenter: PDF Class CE Supporter: Halyard Release Date: 1/5/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 1/5/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

PDF Class (1 CEU) This CE accredited PDF Class highlights critical considerations when selecting medical gloves for dental professionals.

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The Clinical Issue: Packaging Dental Instruments for Sterilization Presenter: PDF Class CE Supporter: Halyard Release Date: 1/5/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 1/5/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

PDF Class (1 CEU) It is critically important to have an effective Infection Control program in the Dental Office. The safety of you and your patients depends upon properly cleaned and sterilized instruments that do not transmit infectious organisms/diseases between patients or between your patient and you. Different dental disciplines may have slightly different infection control practices. For example, the oral surgeon may put additional emphasis on aseptic technique, the importance of low linting materials, and the need for stringent attention to sterilization procedures as they are performing more invasive procedures. This program addresses practices and recommended protocols for packaging and sterilization of dental instruments, and outlines different packaging options for sterilization.

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Operatory Chairs that Make Any Operatory Wheelchair and Gurney Accessible Presenter: Dr. Harvey Levy CE Supporter: DENTALEZ Release Date: 12/21/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/21/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The average dental operatory cannot comfortably handle a wheelchair with the fixed operatory chair as an obstacle. This is a barrier to dental care for millions of patients in wheelchairs and gurneys (W&G). Such patients deserve the equal opportunity to sit or lie comfortably while dental work is performed on them. This CE webinar will illustrate how movable operatory chairs glide to the side of the room to allow wheelchairs to be rolled right next to them, facilitating easy patient transfer into the operatory chair.

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Multi-purpose Intraoral Light for Dental and Oral Cancer Exams Presenter: Dr. Harvey Levy CE Supporter: DENTALEZ Release Date: 12/20/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/20/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will describe and demonstrate a long-handle multipurpose tool that utilizes amber and violet intraoral light to reveal increased vascularization in the mouth, whereby oral cancers can be differentiated from normal oral tissue. Its white light detects enamel crazes and fractures. Its intraoral light and disposable mirror retract the cheek allowing an easy oral exam in the dental operatory or off-site.

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CAD/CAM Workflow for Implant Supported Restorations Using the CEREC System Presenter: Dr. Neal Patel CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 12/19/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/19/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, Dr. Neal Patel will discuss the application of CAD/CAM workflow for implant supported restorations using the CEREC system. Dr. Patel will present this state of the art technology and a step-by-step guide to incorporating this technique into your treatment planning process.

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It’s All White Now - Current Tooth Whitening Techniques Presenter: Dr. Susan McMahon CE Supporter: SDI Release Date: 12/19/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/19/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Tooth whitening continues to be the number one cosmetic procedure requested by patients of all ages. Americans are spending over 1.4 billion annually on OTC tooth whitening products. Professional tooth whitening is safe, effective, desired by our patients and the most conservative cosmetic treatment we can offer.

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The Power of Oral Hygiene in a New Age of Dentistry Presenter: Dr. Lawrence Hier CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 12/15/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/15/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Dental plaque removal is one of the biggest challenges that patients face today, and its improper and incomplete removal leads to demineralization, caries, gingivitis, and periodontitis. Proper plaque reduction is essential due to the fact that excellent oral hygiene is a key factor in maintenance of good overall health. Until today, the standard product to help identify plaque has been disclosing solutions or tablets. In this CE webinar, we introduce a revolutionary method to help patients identify and remove plaque on a daily basis.

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Superior Root Canal Disinfection Leading To Increased Endodontic Success Presenter: Garry Bey, D.D.S. CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 12/14/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/14/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Traditional irrigation involves using a needle to inject irrigants into the root canal system via positive pressure. This is not only ineffective in the critical apical one-third, it can also be dangerous depending on the irrigants used. Studies show that apical negative pressure irrigation is a safe and effective way to disinfect the entire root canal system. This CE webinar will cover apical negative pressure irrigation and an advanced instrumentation technique that facilitates its use.

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Game Changer: Exploring New High-Strength Aesthetic Dental Ceramics Presenter: Miles Cone and Lucas Lammont CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 12/14/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/14/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

With the introduction of revolutionary new lithium disilicate systems, additional options to satisfy the demand for improved treatment outcomes are now available to the dental laboratory technician. This CE webinar will utilize several case studies to illustrate the range of indications and benefits that these new high-strength materials possesses and to demonstrate how they are positioned to change the game for this class of dental ceramics.

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Incorporating Intraoral Scanning Into Your Practice - Is it a Positive Disruption Presenter: Dr. Brian Schroder CE Supporter: 3M Dental Release Date: 12/9/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/9/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Intra-oral scanning can be a positive change. Dr. Schroder will take you through the evolution and discuss how his experience in switching to a dental scanner has increased efficiency and accuracy in his practice. Dr. Schroder will go through many different clinical cases showcasing crowns, veneers, partial dentures and full mouth rehabilitation.

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Why on Earth do I Need Glass Ionomers in my Practice Presenter: Dr. Lou Graham CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 12/8/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/8/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Truth be told, bonding is not perfect in every situation and all too often Glass Ionomers offer dentists' patients wonderful options for their direct restorative care. This CE webinar will demonstrate how GICs compliment our restorative care for our patients.

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All in the Family - Streamlining the Crown and Bridge Workflow Presenter: Dr. Ron Kaminer CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 12/8/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/8/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Our day to day bread and butter procedures typically include some form of Crown and Bridge. With so many materials needed from preparation through impressioning to cementation, our treatment rooms tend to be cluttered with many products from a variety of manufacturers. During this CE webinar, we will streamline the crown and bridge process and introduce some state of the art materials from one manufacturer that will get you there from start to finish.

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Scripting WOW Customer Service Presenter: Sally McKenzie CE Supporter: Practice Management Release Date: 12/7/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/7/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The language we use can have a huge impact on how the patient perceives the practice, the doctor and the service provided. Impressions are formed within seconds from the patient’s first call, to the dental assistant seating the patient, to the hygienist explaining what’s going to happen to the dentist establishing trust. Learn how to make your first impression be the best it can be and preserving that WOW impression every time.

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Practical Techniques for Profitability in the Everyday Practice Presenter: Dr. Robert Margeas CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 12/7/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/7/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, numerous cases will be shown for predictable dentistry from crowns to composites. From the simple single crown to the immediate placed implant provisional. The techniques can be incorporated immediately into your practice on Monday morning.

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Enhanced Solutions for Screw Retained Restorations Presenter: Steve Campbell CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 12/7/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/7/27 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: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/6/27 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: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/5/27 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: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/29/27 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: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/17/27 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 S.p.A. Release Date: 11/17/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/17/27 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: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/15/27 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: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/14/27 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: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/10/27 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: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/9/27 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: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/3/27 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: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/2/27 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: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/1/27 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: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/1/27 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: 2024 Expiration Date: 10/28/27 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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