As we reflect back on 2022 and the many opportunities and challenges facing the dental industry, now's the time to start planning for next year. So, what's your new year's resolution? In this CE webinar, please join our esteemed panel of experts as they focus on three pillars for success – business opportunities, leadership skills, and new products and technology. Dr. David Rice will serve as the moderator and will be joined by Dr. James Klim, Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz and Dr. Josh Austin. During the one hour program they will share their opinions and strategies for success. Along the way, they will discuss best practices and thought-provoking ideas to help you plan for 2023.
This CE webinar seeks to make practical suggestions for making crown and bridge work easier, be more predictable, and achieve longer-lasting results. Evidence-based practical tips, tricks, and product suggestions will be discussed.
A key principle of infection control is to take action to stay healthy! One of the simplest action items - Hand hygiene - is one of the most basic yet misunderstood methods to prevent the spread of microbes. This CE webinar addresses hand hygiene in the dental setting in accordance with OSHA requirements and CDC recommendations in the era of COVID-19. Appropriate methods and motivation techniques to enhance compliance will be discussed.
Air quality is critical in every dental office, with technologies are available that can help safeguard against the transmission of airborne microorganisms. In this CE webinar, join Dr. Don Cohen, Dr. Scott Cohen, and Dr. Fiona Collins for a close look at the trajectory of the current pandemic, updated findings on airborne transmission, technologies contributing to risk reduction, solutions derived from space technology and what the data shows. They will also discuss key take-aways for optimizing air decontamination in your practice, including CDC recommendations, OSHA’s pending regulations on air quality and considerations in technology.
This CE webinar will update participants on the most recent OSHA regulations and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Infection Control guidance. In addition, best practices for efficiently achieving compliance by utilizing a proven methodology will be reviewed.
This CE webinar will look at what's lurking in our waterlines and suction lines as well as how to properly use and maintain them for safety and maximum suck. Participants will leave with the confidence to be the Line Leader in their practice!
This CE webinar will review the latest product developments in the CAD/CAM ceramic and resin-ceramic categories and how they can impact productivity and esthetic outcomes in the general practice. Attendees will learn about the physical properties of new ceramic and nano-ceramic materials, cementation protocols, and the various indications for use with patients. Additionally, there will be a focus on chair side characterization to customize restorations directly in the mouth.
In this CE webinar, we will explore how the combination of making good endodontic technology choices along with good diagnostic and technical knowledge will streamline your endodontic procedures. Taking a systematic approach, as our specialist colleagues do, in case planning and the actual operative procedure flow, will skyrocket your productivity and success in endodontic therapy for your patients.
Part two of the webinar series “Learning From Our Mistakes” will take you on Dr. Kaminer’s journey of becoming the successful dentist he is today. The doctor will share techniques for repairing restorations of various classes caused by incorrect selection of materials or technique. He will discuss current restorative techniques and product choices for the clinician seeking to advance their skills while getting the procedure completed in a minimal amount of time. Learn how to avoid mistakes from this wet-finger dentist by using restorative products that are high quality, easy to use, and have a healthy impact on patients' lives. This CE webinar is a must-see if you want to enhance your skill set and improve your everyday dentistry with the aesthetics and healthfulness you and your patients expect.
During this CE webinar, we will review:
• how to reduce long-term risk for disease through choosing and properly utilizing the correct materials
• what we have learned about root caries
• adjunctive procedures to reduce negative outcomes
• the rationale for tunnel preparation—the conservative way to preserve interproximal tooth structure
• how to avoid the common mistakes associated with tunnel preparation procedure
• optimal materials for optimal success
Dental adhesives and cements have evolved through many generations. Continued research and development have provided the profession with universal, self-adhesive, non-technique sensitive, durable as well as sensitivity-free options when placing direct and indirect restorations. Current technologies have greatly simplified the process. This course will discuss the latest innovations and demonstrate how to take advantage of new developments in adhesives and cements while providing a high level of success with a predictable outcome.
In this CE webinar, learn the secrets for fast and simple composite restorations. Create and finish anterior composites like a dental superstar. Use innovative materials to get consistent contacts and sealed interproximal boxes. As social media and selfie culture continues to influence the way patients seek treatment, convenient, cosmetic, and conservative are paramount. Direct composite checks all of these boxes.
The process of fabricating and cementing temporary restorations can be as simple as ABC. While making it look simple, we still need to follow proper prosthetics guidelines to achieve optimal outcomes both in short and long term temporization. Material selection and cement are critical to the patient and dentist to minimize potential temporization issues.
Upon completion of this CE webinar you will:
• Learn the ABCs of temporization
• Review techniques on fabricating temporaries
• Understand how different temporary cements factor into successful crown and bridge
Managing restorative care for children and adolescents plays an important role in setting up children for a lifetime of oral health. Children and adolescents face a wide variety of challenges related behavior and dental anxiety. This CE webinar will review treatment protocols for permanent teeth and primary teeth with dental caries using case-based learning. Specific focus will also be given to minimally invasive dentistry for young or anxious patients with an emphasis on the newest developments with silver diamine fluoride and silver fluoride.
Dental materials are changing and accelerating at a rapid pace. Manufacturers and dental media are pushing universal products for every procedure. In this CE webinar, Dr. Gillespie will review several products to improve understanding of the latest in universal bonding agents and universal cements. Confusion swirls around which cement to use with certain ceramic systems, but gaining a clear understanding of cementation principles will help participants perform even the most difficult clinical cementation situations with confidence. Attendees will leave feeling more educated about the latest products to hit the market and assured in their ability to determine how to streamline inventory while maintaining quality restorations.
Compression of treatment time in oral implantology is a concept that is gaining popularity. Management of the dento-gingival complex, and development of adequate biologic width, are critical components in achieving ideal functional and aesthetic outcomes. This CE webinar will cover keys surgical and prosthetic strategies to enhance clinical outcomes in extraction/immediate implant placement, including the use of a final definitive titanium abutment. Clinical advantages of going directly to the final abutment will be demonstrated, both biologically and functionally.
Research first appeared in the 1950’s proving that oral bacteria enters the bloodstream. Today, research continues to emerge on the mouth-body connection and the critical role oral health plays in overall health and wellness. This CE webinar provides an in depth look at the many contributing factors to inflammation and specifically the correlation between obesity and periodontal disease.
Given the current state of health care, it has never been more important for dentists to increase efficiency and reduce overhead. One simple way to achieve this is, is by streamlining inventory to the most reliable, versatile, and cost-effective products. In the cementation world, that would mean taking a hard look at reliability and versatility. In this CE webinar, Dr. Horowitz will discuss some of the dos and don’ts with regard to cementation to different substrates. Subsequently, a strategy will be developed to limit overhead while improving clinical outcomes.
Comprehensive and accurate diagnosis is the key for for every successful practice. It ensures patient trust and strengthens the doctor patient relationship. In this CE webinar, join us as we discuss the true definition of diagnostics and some state of the art technology that assures an accurate and complete diagnosis.
In this CE webinar, join Dr. Fagin as he shares his experiences and techniques for achieving success with all ceramic restorations and smile designs. See how he navigates treatment planning protocols with today's all ceramic material options for optimal patient care. Watch as he showcases his processes for balancing clinical efficiency with outstanding esthetic outcomes.
Patients that practice poor eating habits such as consuming sugary foods, fermented carbs, or too many calories, are at a high risk for developing caries. Sealants were introduced to as a preventative measure to reduce caries in young children. While sealants are more commonly recommended for children by dental professionals, they should be considered for any individual with a high caries risk. Over the past decade, dentistry has transitioned from a passive, reactive repair model to an active approach that promotes proactive care. This CE webinar will introduce participants to dynamic, bioactive materials that mimic nature and support and environment favorable of remineralization and promotes the natural healing process in the oral cavity. Participants will also learn about the importance of incorporating calcium and phosphate ions into dental materials.
Upon completion of the CE webinar, participants will:
• Understand that vaping causes many problems in the oral cavity
• Discuss harmful side effects from vaping
• Explain how the aerosol is created and how it effects the oral cavity
• Identify varnish for destroyed enamel
• Learn about the cariogenic potential of sweet flavors in electronic-cigarette liquids
• Understand the complication of xerostomia from vaping
• Discuss how explosions while vaping and e-cig burn injuries can disfigure oral soft tissue
In addition to the effect of fluoride on healthy hydroxyapatite, the ability of a material to contribute calcium and phosphate ions to help rebuild demineralized dentin is the new paradigm. During this CE webinar, Dr. Lowe will discuss the utilization of bioactive dental materials in various restorative applications.
Catching squamous cell carcinoma before it starts is the goal of all oral health care professionals. This CE webinar will provide the general dentists with information regarding oral potentially malignant disease and oral cancer. Topics discussed in depth will include leukoplakia and squamous cell carcinoma, with a focus on oral cancer prevention.
Many disease processes can cause the loss of vertical dimension of occlusion. Attrition, germ, bulimia, bruxism, and acid erosion can all contribute to the process. Identifying and treating the condition requires proper diagnosis, jaw positioning, and case design. This CE webinar will give a brief overview of a number of techniques and materials that can be used to restore vertical dimension.
In this CE webinar, Karyn M. Halpern DMD, MS will discuss the latest advancements in the chairside workflow using hybrid ceramic blocks. The properties and clinical applications of hybrid ceramic blocks will be reviewed. Techniques on how to polish, stain, and glaze will be presented. No prerequisites are required for this CE webinar.
During this CE webinar, we will cover the following:
• Digital scanners are not just for clear aligner therapy
• Importance of routine oral health scans on digital scanners
• Success comes from involving your team & patients in your technology
Direct, posterior restorative dentistry is one of the most common procedures we do daily. With the advent of new materials and new techniques, the road to success can become increasingly confusing. Join us as we navigate this path with a clear recipe to achieve immediate results. This CE webinar will include a "LIVE" demonstration of a new, thermoviscous, on-demand flowable composite system. How this material and others can speed up and simplify your dentistry needs will be demonstrated live by the presenter.
This CE webinar will describe how to easily comply with the latest OSHA laws and infection control requirements, eliminating a major liability for your business.
This CE course on Infection Control covers the regulations required by the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal-DOSH). Course material includes the video and PDF listed in the class documents section below. After studying the material, proceed to take the CE exam to receive 2 CE credits toward Infection Control. This class satisfies the mandatory Infection Control Class by the CA State Board. When submitting Proof of CE, please use #RP5747.
Part one of the CE webinar series will take you on Dr. Ataii’s journey of becoming the successful dentist he is today. Dr. Ataii will share techniques for repairing restorations of various classes caused by incorrect selection of materials or technique. He will discuss current restorative techniques and product choices for the clinician seeking to advance their skills while getting the procedure completed in a minimal amount of time. Learn how to avoid mistakes from this wet-finger dentist by using restorative products that are high quality, easy to use, and have a healthy impact on patients' lives. This CE webinar is a must-see if you want to enhance your skill set and improve your everyday dentistry with the aesthetics and healthfulness you and your patients expect.