Online Dental CE

Swaggering Shapes For Staggering Results Presenter: Dr. Peet van der Vyver CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 9/13/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 9/13/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Dr. Peet van der Vyver, a well-known researcher, lecturer and clinician discusses the advantages, benefits and clinical application of rotary instruments with an offset cross section (swaggering instruments). He will describe and discuss the benefits of preparing a reproducible glide path prior to root canal instrumentation, the clinical application of these swaggering rotating instruments in different clinical situations by means of case reports and illustrate how safety and predictability in root canal preparation can be achieved with only 2 instruments.

---

Fluoride: What is it and How Does it Work? Presenter: Ms. Renee' Graham, RDH, MEd CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 9/7/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 9/7/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This Dentsply Academy webinar is designed to educate the clinician on the role and benefits of fluorides in preventive care, particularly varnish. Whilst the advantages of fluoride are well documented, this webinar will look deeper into tooth demineralization and remineralization and the role fluoride plays in protecting the tooth through its mechanisms of action including inhibition of bacterial metabolism.

---

Making Endo Work in Practice: Is It Actually Worth It? Presenter: Dr. Bob Philpott CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 9/1/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 9/1/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This Dentsply Academy webinar will discuss techniques in order to make endodontics in practice more practical, more predictable and more profitable. Particular attention will be paid to the use of the various systematic approaches to both root canal instrumentation and restoration in order to reduce chairside time.

---

The Evolution of Orthodontics: Integrating Accelerated Orthodontics to Increase Growth and Efficiency Presenter: Brooke Simons-McIntyre CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 8/19/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 8/19/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this one hour CE webinar learn how orthodontics has evolved and how incorporating accelerated orthodontics can help you efficiently grow your practice. During this live event Ms. Simons-McIntyre will review the fundamental factors affecting orthodontics, the impact of accelerated treatment options and the potential effects on a practice in regards to case management, team roles, patient financing and marketing. Please join us for this informative, interactive opportunity and get your specific questions answered by an accelerated treatment expert.

---

Autogenous Tooth as a Source for Bone Graft Material Presenter: Dr. Ziv Mazor CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 8/4/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 8/4/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Upon completion of this CE webinar, the student will • obtain an understanding of using the patient's own teeth for bone grafting • understand the various treatment options for this type of material • to see the long term follow-up and results

---

Improving Endodontic Outcomes Using the Continuous Wave of Obturation Technique Presenter: Dr. Stephen Buchanan, DDS, FICD, FACD CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 8/3/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 8/3/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this special endodontic CE webinar event, Dr. Buchanan will demonstrate state-of-the-art endodontic techniques (that he developed) with an emphasis on the Continuous Wave of Obturation Technique. To optimize the attendee learning experience, Dr. Buchanan will demonstrate obturation of the root canal system utilizing plastic blocks, 3D printed tooth replicas, and human teeth.

---

Best Practices and Simple Solutions in Sterilization Presenter: Noel Kelsch, RDH CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 6/29/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/29/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Finding a method to improve productivity and yet maintain safety in sterilization is a challenge. This CE webinar will help you improve the efficiency and enhance safety in your sterilization process. Using a streamlined systematic approach in the sterilization of instruments you can eliminate wasted steps and unnecessary exposure to pathogens.

---

Dental Stem Cells - Preparing Your Patients for the Future Presenter: Dr. Matthew Bojrab and Ted Brauer CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 6/22/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/22/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will cover the emerging field of dental stem cells and their regenerative therapies now and in the future. We will cover the history of dental stem cells. It will discuss the advantages of dental stem cells over cord-blood stem cells. We will also discuss then manner in which dental stem cells are stored. Finally, we will cover the process of speaking with your patients about storing their dental stem cells for future use.

---

Environmental Hygiene: Solutions from Top to Bottom Presenter: Ms. Leann Keefer, RDH, MSM CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 6/7/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/7/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The key to infection prevention and safety includes addressing potential cross-contamination from environmental surfaces. To assist the dental healthcare professional, this CE webinar will address: • Identification of housekeeping and clinical surfaces • Proper surface pre-cleaning and disinfection • Selection of appropriate disinfectants for tasks • Safe use and handling of chemicals • Appropriate use of impervious surface barriers

---

One Appointment Porcelain Veneers Presenter: Dr. Mary Sue Stonisch CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 5/25/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/25/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Upon completion of this CE webinar, the student will • understand benefits of the new chairside veneer system over traditional lab fabricated porcelain veneers • understand benefits of the new chairside veneer system over 1 appointment bonding procedures and composite veneers • become familiar with optimal case selection for the new chairside veneer system • learn protocol to placement of the new chairside veneer system cases

---

Racing Into the Future: How New Technologies Are Changing the Way We Treat Patients Every Day Presenter: Dr. Edward Lin CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 4/15/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 4/15/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

With digital technologies fundamentally changing the way clinicians diagnose and treat patients, this CE webinar is timely! From unprecedented case planning accuracy to new levels of precision in tooth movement, learn more about how these newer technologies are advancing orthodontists' ability to deliver superior patient care.

---

Posterior Bulk Fill Composites: Less Stressful, More Productive Presenter: Dr. Greg Gillespie CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 3/31/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 3/31/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Dentists are inundated with new and improved products from manufacturers on a regular basis. The question is, “how do I decide what products to incorporate into my daily practice? Will they make my life less stressful and more productive?” In this CE webinar, Dr. Gillespie will review several products from the latest in bonding systems to all types of bulk fill materials.

---

Delayed Restoration of Full Arch Cases Using Intra-oral Welding Presenter: Dr. Allan Pirie CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 3/30/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 3/30/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The aim of this webinar is to introduce experienced implant dentists to the intra-oral welding concept - a fast and economical solution to deliver partial and full-arch restorations on the same day of surgery. Dr Allan Pirie will discuss equipment and components, advise on the delayed technique with reference to case examples and highlight the importance of the clinician-technician working relationship. He will also discuss how the system compares with conventional restorative techniques, particularly the milled bar.

---

20 Key Uses of Digital Dental Photography Presenter: Dr. Ian Cline CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 3/10/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 3/10/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This webinar will consider the 20 key uses of digital dental photography and explore how recording and appreciating your dentistry through photography can ultimately improve it. Dr Ian Cline will also present an overview of camera equipment and settings and explain the medico legal importance of photography, particularly how and why informed consent for dental photography should be obtained.

---

Mastering Direct Composites Once and for All - How Smart Materials Make the Difference Presenter: Dr. Walter Dias CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 3/1/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 3/1/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This webinar is designed to give a comprehensive and yet powerful insight into direct aesthetic restorations. It strives to clarify misunderstandings that still exist regarding material and patient selection, indications and preparation design. It will review techniques in preparation and application, techniques as well as patient selection with a particular focus on how new, smarter composite materials have the remarkable potential for replacing dentin and supporting undermined enamel structure, thereby preserving the tooth.

---

Accelerate Your Practice: Case Management Principles for Accelerated Treatment Presenter: Dr. Stuart Frost CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 12/11/15     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/11/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Communicating the clinical advantages of accelerated treatment is key to helping patients make an informed decision and accepting treatment. Accelerated treatment techniques have been shown to eliminate the need for surgery, improve treatment outcomes and reduce compliance issues. In this CE webinar, Dr. Stuart Frost, Frost Orthodontics, Mesa, AZ, will highlight effective consultation techniques to guide and support practice team promotion of accelerated treatment options. Dr. Frost also will present numerous completed patient cases illustrating successful clinical results with AcceleDent.

---

Got an Endo question? - Ask Rhodes Presenter: Dr. John Rhodes CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 12/9/15     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/9/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

John Rhodes presents an interactive endodontic evening where YOU the delegate shape the webinar content by sharing your questions, dilemmas and practical tips on all things endodontic. Topics already set to feature include: • Locating canals and unlocking the secrets of the pulp floor map • Dealing with difficult canals • Removing posts including a simple technique for removing fractured posts • Management of separated instruments

---

Primary Stability and Maintenance of Marginal Bone: Is there a Relationship Presenter: Dr. Michael Norton CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 12/7/15     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/7/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This webinar will consider the issues that are driving the debate around ever higher insertion torques in implant dentistry to maximize primary stability versus the potential for over-compression and the build-up of strains within dynamic vital tissue structures leading to resorption and early intrinsic viscoelastic rebound, which in turn could lead to loss of mechanical stability.

---

Basics of Oral Suturing: Armamentarium, Material, and Techniques Presenter: Dr. Joel Henriod CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 11/24/15     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/24/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Oral surgery requires skilled flap access and closure. This CE webinar will review basic suture techniques, suture selection, and instruments to make oral surgery more routine for common dental problems.

---

Manufacturer’s IFUs – What Are They & Why They Are So Important Presenter: Chuck Hughes CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 11/24/15     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/24/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar discusses manufacturer’s written instructions for use (IFU) for reusable medical devices used in dentistry. Instrument reprocessing is a critical aspect of patient safety and must be done in accordance with the instrument manufacturer’s written IFU for cleaning, inspection, packaging and sterilization. Information regarding where to secure IFUs and who will be asking to see them will be discussed, along with a number of dental examples that conflict with best practices.

---

Take Control: Smart Systems for Productivity and Order Presenter: Karen Siebert, RDH, MA CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 11/16/15     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/16/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Are you looking to increase productivity and simplify office protocols? A few key changes in routine and armamentarium may be the answer you have been searching for. In this CE webinar, learn how to maximize productivity with smart technology and organizational systems such as automated washers and cassette systems. Discover the benefits of taking an inventory of current practices and update those that can be streamlined to reduce stress and achieve the quality care your patients expect.

---

Accelerate Your Practice: Advanced Treatment Planning Techniques Presenter: Dr. Jennifer Smith CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 11/11/15     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/11/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, Dr. Jennifer Smith, Impact Orthodontics, Calgary, Alberta, will present techniques on enhancing clinical performance with advanced treatment planning. Her persuasive lecture includes guidelines and insight for increased efficiency with challenging tooth movements while maintaining strong patient outcomes and satisfaction. Dr. Smith will also speak about her personal success with integrating accelerated treatment with AcceleDent into her practice and will showcase completed patient cases.

---

Correct Access Design – the Gateway to Better Endodontics Presenter: Dr. Carol Tait CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 10/28/15     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 10/28/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This webinar is designed to provide an improved understanding of tooth and root morphology. It will discuss access cavity design and will emphasise that a well-designed access cavity facilitates location of the root canals. Once located, the initial steps in securing the canal prior to instrumentation will be examined. This will include preparation of a glide path and prevention of canal blockage. Dr Tait will put an emphasis on canal preparation using rotary endodontic files, specifically the ProTaper Next system, and will discuss the advantages and benefits of this system and how it can be used to create predictable canal shapes even in more challenging cases.

---

Jump In...The Water's Clean Presenter: Ms. Leann Keefer, RDH, MSM CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 10/21/15     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 10/21/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Providing clean, safe dental water is critical to implementing and maintaining effective infection control protocols. Challenges of basic equipment design and tubing contribute to the development of biofilm in dental unit waterlines. This CE webinar will include compliance with current guidelines related to microbiological water standards and protocol recommendations for best treatment of DUWL protocols to ensure patient and clinician safety.

---

Bone Grafting Basics: Socket Preservation Armamentarium and Technique Presenter: Dr. Joel Henriod CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 10/13/15     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 10/13/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Extraction technique and using the right biologic materials to preserve sockets is a critical skill in modern dentistry. This CE webinar will review the instruments and materials used in socket preservation.

---

Accelerated Orthodontics with Pulsatile Forces: Where’s the Evidence? Presenter: Dr. Dubravko Pavlin CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 9/25/15     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 9/25/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, Dr. Pavlin will discuss the currently available evidence to support accelerated orthodontic treatment and review the progression of published research that substantiates claims for faster tooth movement with application of pulsatile forces. Dr. Pavlin will also present results from a double-blind, randomized control trial “Cyclic loading (vibration) accelerates tooth movement in orthodontic patients”, which was recently published in the Seminars in Orthodontics.

---

Anterior Composites - A Practical Guide Presenter: Dr. Louis Mackenzie CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 9/23/15     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 9/23/27 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.

---

Bone Graft Armamentarium: Instruments for Simple Bone Grafting Presenter: Dr. Joel Henriod CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 9/15/15     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 9/15/27 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.

---

The Difference - Issue 8 Presenter: CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 9/11/15     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 9/11/27 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.

---