Online Dental CE

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: 2025 Expiration Date: 8/19/28 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.

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Part 1: Making the Right Choice in Restorative Material...Don't Follow the Herd Presenter: Dr. Damon Adams CE Supporter: Ivoclar Release Date: 8/16/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 8/16/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Part 1 - Understand how, what, where, when, and why you should choose the right restorative material for your patients. Don’t be fooled by the advertising. Learn how to choose your restorative materials carefully based on the science, evidence and clinical reliability. See why “following the herd” may not be the best choice. Your patients deserve the best and so do you.

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8 Steps to Solid Fees Presenter: Sally McKenzie CE Supporter: Practice Management Release Date: 8/10/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 8/10/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The cost of running a dental practice increases every year. Establishing a sound fee schedule allows you to be fair to your practice and improve care to your patients. Learn what it takes to create a solid fee schedule that will boost your bottom line.

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Autogenous Tooth as a Source for Bone Graft Material Presenter: Dr. Ziv Mazor CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 8/4/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 8/4/28 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

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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: 2025 Expiration Date: 8/3/28 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.

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Pediatric Dentistry: An Update Presenter: Dr. Josh Wren CE Supporter: Pulpdent Release Date: 7/26/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 7/26/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In recent years, the development of new materials has made drastic improvements in the way pediatric dental care is rendered. Bulk fill composites, bioactive materials, silver diamine fluoride and less expensive MTA will be discussed in this CE webinar. These materials will be reviewed along with Dr. Wren’s indications and protocol for each of their uses.

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Fluoride Treatment and Medical Billing - The Dollars and Sense Presenter: Jennifer Andert CE Supporter: Premier Dental Release Date: 7/21/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 7/21/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

During this CE webinar, we will cover the indications for fluoride gel treatment, and what triggers “medical necessity” for fluoride treatment. While many patients can benefit from fluoride treatment, medical billing does not apply to every scenario. Dentists, and sales representatives will need to understand what triggers necessity, and how to navigate the world of co-pays and deductibles in order to successfully treatment plan towards a medical insurance covered claim. Once we have determined who is a good candidate, we will learn how to properly use each product and the basic options for submitting a claim. In addition, we will discuss the potential revenue associated with medical billing and how this benefits the patient and the practice.

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Ounce of Prevention, Pound of Cure: How Remineralization Pastes Prevent Mistakes and Preserve Assets Presenter: Timothy Bizga, D.D.S. CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 7/20/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 7/20/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Is not our goal in dentistry to build something that will last, and perhaps be beautiful? Shouldn’t it be? This CE webinar will examine the state of dentistry and the market we exist in today and how adding preventative measures, such as remineralization pastes, can be another value added benefits to both clinician and patient.

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A Clinician’s Guide to Cementing and Bonding Contemporary Dental Materials - Part 2 Presenter: Dr. Daniel Poticny CE Supporter: Solventum (formerly 3M Health Care) Release Date: 7/20/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 7/20/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Contemporary indirect dental materials are the hallmark of the 21st century practice with adhesive cementation being more widely used today than ever. Today’s cementation protocols can be confusing in terms of cement choices, whether to bond or not, and determining the appropriate technique for the task at hand. This 2-part CE webinar series will address the science of adhesion, rationale for cement selection, and techniques known to produce reliable, long term outcomes for most common clinical situations.

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Safeguarding The Dental Healthcare Environment Presenter: Dr. Karson Carpenter CE Supporter: Clorox Healthcare Release Date: 7/14/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 7/14/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Protect your business, your staff and your patients by attending this informative CE webinar where Dr. Karson Carpenter will discuss: • The important role of surface cleaning and disinfection in preventing pathogen transmission • Factors to consider when selecting surface disinfectants to meet the needs of your practice • Strategies to reinforce cleaning and disinfection best practices

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Remineralization Strategies Made Simple Presenter: Patti DiGangi, RDH, BS CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 7/13/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 7/13/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Upon completion of this CE webinar, participants should be able to: • Know ways to inhibit demineralization of white spots lesions • Select the most biocompatible materials • Document “Twitter-style” dental-medical necessity to support claims and measurable outcomes • Discover ways to become Kelly’s oral health coach

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Best Practices and Simple Solutions in Sterilization Presenter: Noel Kelsch, RDH CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 6/29/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 6/29/28 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.

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Apical Surgery - Techniques and Tips to Maximize Success Presenter: Dr. Stuart Lieblich CE Supporter: Pierrel S.p.A. Release Date: 6/28/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 6/28/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Conventional endodontic therapy is successful approximately 80-85% of the time. The presence of continued pain, drainage, mobility or an increasing size of a radiolucent area are some of the indications to treat the case surgically. This CE webinar will review the surgical access and approaches to the various regions of the oral cavity. Flap design and strategies to maximize outcomes including suturing techniques to reduce unfavorable esthetic outcomes. The management of local pain control for the surgical procedure will also be presented.

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Cleaning, Disinfecting, and Sterilizing in the Dental Office Presenter: Dr. Louis DePaola CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 6/23/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 6/23/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will cover a variety of up-to-date topics and techniques regarding infection control within the dental office environment. You and your staff are cordially invited to listen and learn with an interesting and engaging presentation given by one of the leading experts in the field of Infection Control.

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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: 2025 Expiration Date: 6/22/28 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.

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Leather and Chains - Cementation to Make CAD/CAM Restorations Sexy and Strong Presenter: Dr. Jack Griffin CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 6/22/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 6/22/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, we will discuss the trendy durable indirect esthetic materials featuring zirconia and lithium disilicate while focusing on clinical efficiency and long-term success by discussing the prep, cementation, bonding, and adjustments. CAD/CAM dentistry will be featured as well as clarification of luting materials emphasizing materials and protocol for maximum strength and clinical efficiency. “Universal” bonding agents will be discussed and when to use them in the luting protocol for long term durability. We will learn how to do it right the first time and to make the practice more enjoyable and efficient.

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Latest Technologies That Solve Esthetic & Function Issues with Indirect Restorations Presenter: Dr. Joseph Willardsen CE Supporter: Kuraray Noritake Release Date: 6/16/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 6/16/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In the past 3-4 years these have been advancements in esthetic zirconia-based ceramics and adhesive resin cements that provide solutions to some esthetic and function restorative issues. This CE webinar will introduce and discuss these new materials and technologies and illustrate, with clinical cases, how they can solve some anterior & posterior esthetic issues as well as issues with function. A new resin cement technology that solves the self-cure issue with most dual-cure resin cements will be discussed and illustrated as well.

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Basics of Implant Placement Protocols Presenter: Dr. Joel Henriod CE Supporter: NSK America Release Date: 6/14/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 6/14/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Modern implant dentistry allows placement of root form implants to replace missing teeth or provide a foundation for fixed or removable prostheses replacing an arch of teeth. This CE webinar will detail the steps involved in implant drilling. We will also go through the basic settings for your implant motor, including torque, irrigation, RPM, and contra-angle and straight handpieces. Understanding the implant motor settings and how to use your implant kit allows placement of implants that have the highest success.

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Introducing the Newest Innovation in NiTi Rotary Files (Control Memory) Presenter: Dr. Sam Alborz CE Supporter: COLTENE Release Date: 6/14/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 6/14/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Upon completion of this CE webinar, the student will • Understand what enables these files to demonstrate up to 700% higher resistance to fracture • Understand how to eliminate the need of 2-3 files in straight and larger canals without compromising the root canal anatomy • Understand why controlled memory allows a file to always follow the shape of the canal and regenerate to original shape when autoclaved • Learn how this new file system can help you achieve a goal of minimally invasive Root Canal Therapy • Learn the application of these files in cases with minimal space for instrumentation (limited opening) • Learn how to use one file to complete shaping of most anterior teeth

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Today’s Scheduling Challenges Presenter: Sally McKenzie CE Supporter: Practice Management Release Date: 6/8/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 6/8/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Scheduling challenges are different today than they were, and keeping the schedule full is requiring persistence as well as a fair amount of creativity. It’s time to make some changes to streamline your schedule and finally meet your goals. Learn how to fix your schedule, reduce stress and grow your bottom line.

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Environmental Hygiene: Solutions from Top to Bottom Presenter: Ms. Leann Keefer, RDH, MSM CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 6/7/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 6/7/28 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

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Ouch that Hurts - Dental Sensitivity in Daily Practice Presenter: Dr. Sam Halabo CE Supporter: Tokuyama Dental America Release Date: 5/26/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 5/26/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Tooth sensitivity has plagued dentistry for as long as the study and science of oral healthcare has been around. Patients come into dental offices on a daily basis with complaints about discomfort and pain when they eat and drink and even when the weather turns chilly. In this CE webinar we will discuss teeth sensitivity and the causes of this dilemma. A discussion of desensitizers and the chemistry behind them will allow practitioners to better manage this common problem.

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One Appointment Porcelain Veneers Presenter: Dr. Mary Sue Stonisch CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 5/25/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 5/25/28 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

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Exquisite Temporaries Made Simple Presenter: Dr. Mark Kleive CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 5/24/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 5/24/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Dr. Mark Kleive will demonstrate how to efficiently fabricate esthetic provisional restorations with ease. This CE webinar will discuss faster setting, stronger temporary materials, and provide you with an overview on the various techniques used for impression taking, provisional fabrication, polishing and glazing, and cementation techniques.

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Bulk Me Up - Using Bulk Fill Materials and Techniques for Outstanding Direct Posterior Results Presenter: Dr. Douglas Lambert CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 5/18/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 5/18/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

With the future of amalgam uncertain, the ability to place a direct posterior composite in an efficient and predictable manner is paramount. In this CE webinar, learn how to achieve outstanding results using the new bulk fill materials including low stress/low strain flowables, the first ceramic-based direct restorative material, plus tips on adhesive choices and matrix systems.

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Telephone Talk - #1 Link to Patients Presenter: Sally McKenzie CE Supporter: Practice Management Release Date: 4/27/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 4/27/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Employees who bungle telephone talk simply don’t know the appropriate way to handle this mission critical line of communication. There is no system in place to ensure that the office’s phone procedures are not only effective but also convey the right message and tone to patients. Learn how to improve your practice’s telephone communication.

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How are dental anesthetics manufactured and why does it matter? Presenter: Fabio Velotti, M.Sc.Eng CE Supporter: Pierrel S.p.A. Release Date: 4/26/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 4/26/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

PDF Class (1 CEU) Learn why it is important to understand the different types of manufacturing and why the aseptic process offers significant advantages for the patients.

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Minimally Invasive, Maximum Results Presenter: Dr. Sam Simos CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 4/21/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 4/21/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, explore the world of minimally invasive dentistry utilizing the latest in bulk fill Glass Ionomers, remineralizing creams and the latest in sculpt technology composites. These newly designed products will enhance your chairside capabilities while providing excellent services for your patients.

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A Clinician’s Guide to Cementing and Bonding Contemporary Dental Materials - Part 1 Presenter: Dr. Daniel Poticny CE Supporter: Solventum (formerly 3M Health Care) Release Date: 4/20/16     Reviewed: 2025 Expiration Date: 4/20/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Contemporary indirect dental materials are the hallmark of the 21st century practice with adhesive cementation being more widely used today than ever. Today’s cementation protocols can be confusing in terms of cement choices, whether to bond or not, and determining the appropriate technique for the task at hand. This 2-part CE webinar series will address the science of adhesion, rationale for cement selection, and techniques known to produce reliable, long term outcomes for most common clinical situations.

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