Online Dental CE

What is a Bioactive Material? Presenter: Dr. Nathaniel Lawson CE Supporter: Pulpdent Release Date: 11/1/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 11/1/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Bioactive has become a buzz word in dentistry, however, many of us struggle to define exactly what that term means. This CE webinar will present the bioactive claims of bioactive restorative materials as well as the evidence for these claims. Clinical examples of the use of these materials will be presented.

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Non-surgical Options for Periodontal Management Presenter: Dr. Sam Shamardi CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 10/31/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 10/31/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Periodontal disease affects upwards of 80% of the population, but many patients are still hesitant to consider surgical intervention, despite the well established oral and systemic health risks. The combination of dental anxiety, treatment time, cost, and fear of invasive procedures creates a challenge for both patients and clinicians. This CE webinar will provide alternative non-surgical treatment options that can help manage cases to minimize the progression of periodontal disease in hopes of managing their overall health.

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Broken and Traumatized Front Teeth: Restorations That Disappear Presenter: Dr. Susan McMahon CE Supporter: SDI Release Date: 10/27/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 10/27/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

We are all presented with emergency patients from sports injuries, car accidents, falls, fights, etcetera. When these emergency patients call, we want to accommodate the patient’s needs as soon as possible and but not have our schedules sent into a tailspin. In this CE webinar, a simple protocol will be presented for undetectable Class IV restoration. Indirect restorations and tooth re-implantations will also be presented.

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The No-Nonsense Guide to Bone Grafting Presenter: Dr. David Wong CE Supporter: Henry Schein Dental Release Date: 10/26/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 10/26/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

With more than half of all dental implants requiring a bone graft, the importance of leveraging cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) in your implant workflows cannot be overstated. While CBCT is critical for implant planning and placement, it also allows the clinician to evaluate whether a bone graft is needed. In this CE webinar, join Dr. David Wong, leading clinician, influencer and renowned lecturer, for an insightful look at bone grafting techniques and procedures, and how CBCT aids in the overall treatment planning process. Dr. Wong will highlight several implant cases that required bone grafting, with emphasis on how he utilized CBCT to ensure predictable patient outcomes.

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Minimally Invasive Esthetic Crown Lengthening: Increasing Predictability and Efficiency Presenter: Dr. Scott Froum CE Supporter: Convergent Dental Release Date: 10/26/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 10/26/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

With traditional tools, esthetic crown lengthening often requires raising a flap, placing sutures, significant healing time, and multiple appointments to achieve the desired result. The use of lasers including the 9.3 µm CO2 Solea Laser enables minimally invasive, expeditious esthetic crown lengthening that often does not need sutures, and heals in weeks rather than months. In this CE webinar, Dr. Froum will discuss the importance of treatment planning, diagnoses, and surgical techniques to ensure predictable and esthetic results.

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Is Your Practice Being Stressed by Technology? Presenter: Dr. Shawn Sharp and Lisa Thompson, CDA CE Supporter: Midmark Dental Release Date: 10/26/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 10/26/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Technology is advancing daily and can offer considerable improvements to dental workflow and patient care. However, this same technology can lead to stress within the dental practice and create unexpected burdens. In this CE webinar, learn how to identify team stress triggers and find the right balance of technology that best fits your practice.

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Managing the Oral Systemic Connection Presenter: Dr. Sheri Doniger CE Supporter: GUM Release Date: 10/25/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 10/25/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Biofilm is the common thread between periodontal disease and dental caries. Biofilm forms immediately after dental prophylaxis and has been shown to cause or contribute to a plethora of oral-systemic issues. Proper home care will help to manage the biofilm and help our patients to maintain a healthy oral environment.

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Implants and Ortho in a General Practice: Technology to Get it Done Presenter: Dr. Wade Pilling CE Supporter: ACTEON Release Date: 10/24/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 10/24/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Versatility is paramount for any general dentistry practice looking to expand its offering and increase revenue. Learn about technology and techniques that will help diversify your practice. In this CE webinar, Dr. Wade Piling from Meridian Idaho will review cases and technology that has helped their practice.

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Complete Digital Workflow for Whitening Trays Presenter: Dr. Luke Shapiro CE Supporter: DMG America Release Date: 10/20/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 10/20/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

We are now finally able to direct print whitening trays. Due to advances in 3D printer resins and software, we can now eliminate certain steps in the bleaching tray fabrication process in order to save time, money and materials!

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The No-Nonsense Guide to 3D Imaging in Dentistry Presenter: Dr. Heidi Kohltfarber CE Supporter: Henry Schein Dental Release Date: 10/19/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 10/19/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Both 2D and 3D panoramic images are useful when diagnosing and further treating patients, however, it’s important to determine the different instances when each of these panoramic imaging technologies should be utilized. In this CE webinar, join renowned dental radiologist Dr. Heidi Kohltfarber for an in-depth review of 2D and 3D imaging, as well as a discussion of the most common applications of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) in all areas of dentistry, such as implant treatment planning, endodontics, orthodontics, airway analysis, temporomandibular joints and more. Dr. Kohltfarber will also present and discuss case histories, clinical signs and symptoms and structural anomalies that may indicate that a patient would benefit from a CBCT scan.

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Do You See What I See? Mastering Radiographic Techniques and Interpretation for Pediatric Dental Patients Presenter: Dr. Jacob Lee CE Supporter: Air Techniques Release Date: 10/19/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 10/19/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Taking radiographs and interpreting radiographic images for children can be challenging. This CE webinar will provide tips on how to improve taking diagnostic radiographs as well as discuss pitfalls in proper interpretation of radiographic images.

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Management Options for High-Caries-Risk Patients Presenter: Dr. John Featherstone CE Supporter: Cellerant Release Date: 10/18/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 10/18/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will provide the latest evidence-based information on caries risk assessment and present options for the ongoing management of dental caries in high-caries-risk patients. Exciting new restorative materials are now available. The webinar will aid the practitioner and his/her team in delivering optimal care for all patients in clinical practice. It is a practice builder.

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Infection Control: Expectations and Challenges in Today’s Dental Practice Presenter: Dr. Donald Cohen and Erica Smith, MBA CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 10/12/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 10/12/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, Dr. Don Cohen and Erica Smith will discuss current and new methods of infection prevention to maintain compliance throughout your office as we face new challenges. With increasing requirements because of the pandemic and emergent diseases, practices are faced with a burdensome task of staying current with federal and state regulations. The speakers will help shed light on some recent changes and provide guidance on the critical components needed for setting up a simple and easy to implement comprehensive compliance program in your practice.

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Prehabilitation - Oral Care and the Oncology Patient and Developing a Collaborative Connection Presenter: Kris Potts, RDH, BS, FAADH CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 10/12/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 10/12/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

After completion of this CE webinar attendees will be able to: • Better understand the role of dentistry in the Intercollaborative Care of a cancer patient • Assist in developing an anticipatory treatment plan for the cancer patient’s oral care needs • Understand the difference in xerostomia and mucositis of a cancer patient • Evaluate a variety of products available and understand when they are indicated • Be able to make appropriate patient recommendations

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The Biologic Basis of Dentistry - Biologic Concepts and Materials (BASES) in Clinical Practice Presenter: Dr. Mark Cannon CE Supporter: Bisco Release Date: 10/11/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 10/11/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Over the last few years much has changed in healthcare. Because we have been naturally overwhelmed by pandemic news, newly published research on the importance of the oral gateway microbiome in systemic health was scarcely noticed. In addition, oral health professionals found that our preventive care protocols needed substantial updating. Many patients had significant dental issues during the “lock-down” and our practices are still catching up on delayed dental treatment. Fortunately, improved dental biological materials that are kind to the pulp, with the potential to stimulate reparative dentin by providing calcium ions and an alkaline environment, are commercially available. In addition, bulk fill resin based composite restorative increase dentists’ efficiency and improve clinical outcomes. Universal adhesives provide for consistent and reliable bond strengths. Hence, the future for oral healthcare professionals appears optimistically bright.

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Business vs Busyness Presenter: Dr. Tarun Agarwal CE Supporter: ACTEON Release Date: 10/10/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 10/10/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

We have been misled to believe that being 'busy' is a sign of a productive dental practice. While this may have held true in the elder years of traditional general dentistry, this no longer holds true in 2022 and beyond. The modern general dentist has more technology available to them and a greater skillset than ever before. This combination of technology and advanced skillset require a different business approach to achieve the dentists potential. In this CE webinar, Dr. Agarwal will share how to leverage 3D Imaging to improve diagnosis, increase patient case acceptance, and expand the general dentists skillset.

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Can Your Preparation Stop a Coccus? Presenter: Dr. Brian Novy CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 10/5/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 10/5/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

During this CE webinar, we will review the following topics: • Compare the longevity and caries inhibition of various restorative materials • Slow or stop recurrent decay with simple technique modifications • Produce a more favorable ecologic balance around the margins of restorations • Modify patient behavior and improve treatment prognosis

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Simplifying Posterior Direct Composites: Workflow, Tips, and Tricks Presenter: Dr. Nada Albatish CE Supporter: Ivoclar Release Date: 10/4/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 10/4/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

New advancements in resin and photo-polymerization technology allow us to simplify these procedures without compromising quality. This CE webinar will focus on new technology, proper adhesion protocols and the establishment of proper form and function while meeting the demands of today’s patients and maximizing efficiency and productivity for clinicians. Prepare to simplify your technique, understand the critical factors for successful posterior direct composites, and make your process much more efficient.

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Start with the Basics: Intraoral Scanning for the General Practice (Applications and Comparative Product Review) Presenter: Dr. Anthony Mennito CE Supporter: Henry Schein Dental Release Date: 9/30/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 9/30/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

While many dental practices have not yet embraced new technology, it’s no secret that dentistry is trending towards digital when it comes to more efficient workflows and treatment for patients. For practitioners considering an easy, seamless way to make the transition, intraoral scanning is often a great place to start. In this CE webinar, join Dr. Tony Mennito, a general practitioner, educator, international lecturer and published author, for a look at his journey with intraoral scanning and how it has transformed the way he performs in general practice. Dr. Mennito will focus on three intraoral scanning-based workflows — digital wax-ups, implant planning and clear aligner and occlusal splint therapy — and discuss how intraoral scanning aided in the diagnostics and treatment planning process.

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Treating White Spot Lesions Before, During, and after Orthodontics Presenter: Dr. Luke Shapiro CE Supporter: DMG America Release Date: 9/29/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 9/29/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Patients will constantly ask their orthodontist, “how can I get rid of those white spots?!” They do not want drilling and filling, just something simple that won’t hurt! Resin infiltration has become a great treatment option for patients who wish to address their aesthetic concerns. With orthodontists and dentists on the same page as to how to treat white spots, patients can receive the best care possible. In this CE webinar, we’ll review the protocol for treatment, including bleaching/whitening recommendations, and how incorporating an in-house digital bleach tray workflow can help optimize the process from start to finish.

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Incorporating Air Polishing into Daily Practice: Easier, Better and Faster Presenter: Dr. Sheri Doniger CE Supporter: NSK America Release Date: 9/28/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 9/28/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Air polishing is one of the best alternatives to traditional rubber cup polishing. It is a more superior technique, as it is efficient, ergonomic, more technologically advanced, less abrasive method of removing extrinsic stain and plaque from the teeth. This CE webinar will discuss the history of air polishing, differences between traditional polish and air polish, materials utilized, patient and operator safety, contraindications to use, and maintenance of the equipment, in addition to correct technique.

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Restorative Dentistry 2022: Proven Solutions for Today’s Clinical Challenges Presenter: Dr. Bob Lowe CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 9/27/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 9/27/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, Dr. Lowe will discuss and demonstrate techniques to create aesthetically beautifully morphologic anterior and posterior dental restorations. The use of different materials in combination with placement, finishing and polishing techniques will enable simple, yet “world class” placement of state of the art restorations for the patients in your practice tomorrow!

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Digital Workflows for Success: Scanning, Materials, and Cementation Presenter: Dr. David Juliani and Angela Severance CE Supporter: Ivoclar Release Date: 9/27/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 9/27/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, we will discuss the features and benefits of a unique intra-oral scanning system along with materials selection, tissue management techniques, and cementation protocols. The complete digital workflow will be shown to make intergration into everyday practice simple and seamless.

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CBCT in Action: Periodontal & Orthodontic Diagnostics & Treatment Planning Presenter: Dr. Daniel Berant CE Supporter: Henry Schein Dental Release Date: 9/27/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 9/27/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

As 3D imaging has continued to make its mark as an indispensable tool in the dental industry, dental professionals are increasingly leveraging the cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) scan into their daily practice workflows. In this CE webinar, join Dr. Daniel Berant, a double board-certified specialist in periodontics and orthodontics, as he walks through the basics of CBCT, with a particular focus on periodontal and orthodontic diagnosis and treatments. He will review the benefits of this technology for a range of procedures — from placing simple single implants to reverse engineering a socket for tooth autotransplantation — and how a CBCT scan has evolved from merely a crucial first step in the diagnosis process to guiding the treatment itself.

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Bioactivity in Everyday Practice Presenter: Dr. Brittany Bergeron CE Supporter: Pulpdent Release Date: 9/26/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 9/26/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Historically, dental materials have been designed to be passive. They are considered successful if they do not interact with or harm the surrounding tissue. Thus, these materials are deemed to be biocompatible. In recent years, with the development of bioactive materials with impressive capabilities, this has started to change. A shift in thinking and a desire to do better for our patients has given rise to the era of bioactive dental materials. Bioactive materials are by design, interactive with a patient’s tooth structure and help to stimulate and mimic the remineralization process that takes place in nature. This CE webinar will review the science behind bioactive dental materials as well as practical uses for bioactive dental materials in everyday practice.

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Exceptional Long-Term Results with Class-V Restorations Presenter: Dr. Troy Schmedding, DDS, AACD CE Supporter: Kuraray Noritake Release Date: 9/22/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 9/22/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

A 63-year, systematic review of long-term clinical research on Non-Carious Cervical Lesions (NCCL’s) has been published and provides great clinical feedback on these unique, non-retentive restorations. This CE webinar will discuss these long-term results and illustrate with cases & technique videos which materials & techniques can provide the best, proven clinical results. Clinical questions like, what type of adhesives are best, what type of composite is best, what etching technique is best etc....will all be discussed & answered in this webinar.

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Rebooting Same-Day Dentistry in 2022: It Doesn’t Have to be Complicated Presenter: Dr. John Flucke CE Supporter: Cellerant Release Date: 9/21/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 9/21/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Reduce lab bills and delight patients. Same-day dentistry has reached the point in 2022 where it delivers on both fronts. With better materials, affordable high quality technology, and digital workflow it’s easier than you may have thought. Dr. John Flucke, Dentistry’s Technology Evangelist and Chief Dental Editor for DPR, has been an enthusiast and user of CAD / CAM from its early inception in the mid-2000’s. He recently began a journey to modernize and reimagine same-day dentistry in his own practice prompted by affordable technology that is now capable of producing lab quality restorations while integrating easily with existing equipment and digital workflows.

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I Can Afford It - Secrets of Financial Arrangements that Get a "Yes!" Presenter: Steven J. Anderson CE Supporter: Sunbit Release Date: 9/20/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 9/20/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, discover • The #1 most common financial arrangement mistake that derails acceptance...and what you can do about it • Options for patients who “don’t qualify.” • 5 essentials that will catapult your financial arrangements success. • The myth behind most financial objections and the alternative that will take you to a “Yes!” • 3 words you should NEVER say when presenting financial arrangements. • 50 ways to pay – how to dramatically expand your payment options. • How to remove the biggest hidden obstacle to successful financial arrangements.

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Sensitivity, Clean-up, Bonding, Oh My! Cement Protocols for Happy Patients and Offices and Predictable Outcomes Presenter: Dr. James Klim CE Supporter: Ivoclar Release Date: 9/14/22     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 9/14/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will provide a blueprint for cement decision-making in any situation. It will guide the attendee on when and how to utilize conventional, self-adhesive, adhesive and abutment cement. Identify and avoid the most common cementation pitfalls to ensure a confident dentist and happy patient. Reduce delaminations and remakes with Dr. Klim's proven system for indirect restoration success.

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