Online Dental CE

Maximizing Prosthetic Results Presenter: Dr. Timothy Kosinski CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 8/22/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 8/22/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, we will discuss variable materials used in my general dentistry practice. These will include various PVS impression materials for conventional crowns and dental implants along with methods for using long-term soft lining materials. We will also cover accurate bite relation products as well as products used to fabricate high quality transitional crowns. Learn how to save money on impression products by using bulk delivery systems.

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Boost Your Clinical Efficiency & Practice Economics with Innovative Orthodontic Technologies Presenter: Dr. Jasmine Gorton CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 8/18/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 8/18/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Join us for this free CE webinar where Dr. Gorton will provide insights on how newer technologies, especially interventions for accelerating tooth movement, have made it easier for her to deliver high quality patient results. Based on her experience in treating more than 600 patients with accelerated orthodontics, Dr. Gorton will provide participants with clinical tips on how to effectively integrate acceleration through a series of case presentations covering simple and complex types. She will also share best practices for using other advanced technologies that she and her team use daily to provide patients with a comfortable, patient centered experience. Dr. Gorton will also demonstrate how her practice economics has been enhanced positively by incorporating these kinds of technologies into her practice.

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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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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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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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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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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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Anatomically Driven Biologic Endodontics Presenter: Dr. Martin Trope CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 4/13/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 4/13/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Upon completion of this CE webinar, the student will • Comprehend the scientifically based biologic requirements for endodontic success • Understand the limitations of files that creates a round shape • Understand the latest generation of technologies that allows us to clinically obtain the essential biologic goals for success

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Evolution Not Revolution - Modern Root Canal Shaping Presenter: Dr. James Field CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 4/9/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 4/9/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Mechanically-assisted endodontics has flourished in recent years, with a large number of systems available on the market. This webinar will provide an overview of the mode of use, benefits and characteristics of file types for the mechanical cleaning and shaping of root canals, whilst focussing on more recent developments relating to reciprocating technology and metal alloys.

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What You Need to Know about Sexual Harassment in the Workplace Presenter: CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 3/29/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 3/29/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

(PDF CLASS) Sexual harassment in the workplace is not only against the law, it can also create severe disruption and morale problems for the entire practice. The best way to eliminate it is through prevention and education. This course provides an overview of sexual harassment, including what it is, who it might involve, and what to do if you are a victim of this type of behavior.

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Better, Faster, Safer Prevention - The Role of Ultrasonics and Fluorides Presenter: Amy Jackson CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 2/23/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 2/23/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Prevention is becoming the forefront dentistry with more treatment strategies than ever before. This webinar will briefly chart the recent advances in ultrasonic technology including insert development and the role of fluoride varnish in surgery. It will describe the history, modality and progression of ultrasonics and their use in treating periodontal disease, touching on insert selection and instrumentation and how manufacturers have improved on their earlier designs. It will also highlight the recent advances in fluoride varnish showing benefits for patients with dentine hyper-sensitivity.

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Accelerate New Patient Calls with Accelerated Orthodontics Presenter: Dr. Leon Klempner CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 1/27/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 1/27/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The way we go to market is changing, largely driven by the Internet. You must brand and differentiate your practice in order to grow. Accelerated orthodontics is an excellent differentiator. Patients and parents are empowered with immeasurable resources to make their own decisions on which orthodontist to choose, from third party resources like a practice's online reviews and social media recommendations to marketing vehicles like its website and social advertisements. In this CE webinar, Dr. Leon Klempner outlines the 5 key elements of a successful digital marketing strategy for orthodontists and how to best implement each of them to grow an orthodontic practice.

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The 3 B’s of Planning, Placing, and Restoring Full Arches - Bone Volume, Bio-mechanics, and Budget Presenter: Mr. Martin Wanendeya CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 1/9/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 1/9/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This webinar is designed to guide the practitioner through the process of how to plan, place and restore full arches according to your patients bone volume, bio-mechanical needs and budget.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Secrets to Improving Endodontic Access Presenter: Dr. Joseph Chikvashvili CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 10/20/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 10/20/27 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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Innovative Dental Implant Design for Immediate Loading and Greater Initial Stability Presenter: Dr. Isaac Tawil CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 9/28/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 9/28/27 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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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: 2024 Expiration Date: 9/22/27 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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