Online Dental CE

Complete Practice Digital Workflow Utilizing Intraoral Imaging Systems Reserve Seat Presenter: Dr. Peggy Sue Bown CE Supporter: Align Technology Tue  4/27/21    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT Tue  4/27/21    11:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

Dr. Bown will discuss how digital integration has greatly changed her practice and profitability in small town Canada. Her insights will offer opportunities for immediate integration into your practice. Dr. Bown is well-known in social media circles for educating on the patient experience.
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Spice It Up! Products to Consider in Meeting CaMBRA Guidelines Reserve Seat Presenter: Tricia Osuna, RDH, BSDH, FAADH CE Supporter: VOCO America Wed  4/28/21    7:30 PM ET    4:30 PM PT Wed  4/28/21    11:30 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

In meeting the use of CaMBRA to treat our patients, let us review what our options are. Explore available products to add to your assessment portion of your appointment to provide the most effective CaMBRA outcomes. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )

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Fiber-Reinforced Composites – Advantages and Applications Reserve Seat Presenter: Dr. Matt Nejad CE Supporter: GC America Thu  4/29/21    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT Thu  4/29/21    11:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

Upon completion of this CE webinar, we will cover
• What is a Fiber-reinforced composite (FRC)
• Material properties and mechanical advantages
• How does fiber-reinforcement minimize polymerization shrinkage and stress and residual stress on restored teeth
• Why incremental layering is not the most effective stress reduction method
• The strength and structural integrity of teeth restored with FRCs
• Fiber-reinforced composite direct restoration technique ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )

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To Warm or Not to Warm Composites - What Does the Evidence Say? Reserve Seat Presenter: Dr. Frank Milnar CE Supporter: VOCO America Tue  5/4/21    7:30 PM ET    4:30 PM PT Tue  5/4/21    11:30 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

It is important to warm the material to at least (140°-155°F). A next generation of composite that was designed to be warmed is now available! This new composite category has TVT polymer technology combined with superior nano-hybrid fillers. It can be warmed with a traditional warmer or a new infrared warmer. This CE webinar will review the basics of composite warming and new infrared warmer. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )

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The New “Normal” in Dentistry: Delivering Oral Health Care in the Post Pandemic Environment Reserve Seat Presenter: Mary Govoni, CDA, RDA, RDH, MBA CE Supporter: Ansell Wed  5/5/21    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT Wed  5/5/21    11:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

Once the SARS-CoV-2/COVID-19 pandemic begins to wane, what does the “landscape” of a dental practice look like? How will our practices be permanently changed and what will go back to the way it was before the pandemic? This CE webinar will examine protocols that have been implemented in the delivery of oral health care that will remain as a permanent part of our “landscape”, such as respiratory protection, aerosol mitigation, screening of patients and dental team members for infectious diseases, the introduction of telemedicine into dentistry and adherence to guidelines from the CDC and other public health agencies and more. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )

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Overdenture Attachments: Clarity of Choice Reserve Seat Presenter: Gene Peterson, CDT CE Supporter: Sterngold Thu  5/6/21    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT Thu  5/6/21    11:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

There are many choices when restoring your patient with an overdenture solution and selecting the correct attachment combination for that overdenture. This CE webinar will help bring understanding of overdenture attachments and clarity to your decision in providing the best treatment for your patient. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )

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Integrating Local Anesthetics into an Opioid Sparing Pain Management Protocol Reserve Seat Presenter: Dr. Stuart Lieblich CE Supporter: Pierrel Pharma Tue  5/11/21    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT Tue  5/11/21    11:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

Dentists have an important role to play in the opioid crisis. It is estimated that over 40% of a young adult’s first prescription of an opioid comes from a dentist. This group of patients are the most susceptible to developing an addiction to these drugs. This CE webinar will discuss the various issues of pain management and control with a focus at eliminating the need for opioids. It starts with initial management of pain by effective local anesthetic administration. The utilization of local anesthetic agents such as articaine have been shown to reduce the initial pain. This is then augmented with longer acting agents combined with non-steroidal and acetaminophen systemic administration. By using strategies currently available in practice dentists can work to be part of the solution to the opioid epidemic. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )

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Making It Perfect! Adjusting and Cutting Through Zirconia Crowns Reserve Seat Presenter: Dr. Martin Jablow CE Supporter: Microcopy Thu  5/13/21    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT Thu  5/13/21    11:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

Adjusting and cutting into Zirconia crowns should be a simple process but little mistakes can give catastrophic results. Knowing the differences in burs and the proper way to adjust zirconia crowns can make the difference between a positive result or the need for a remake. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )

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Aerosols in Dentistry: The Continuing Story of Respiratory Protection Reserve Seat Presenter: Mary Govoni, CDA, RDA, RDH, MBA CE Supporter: Halyard Mon  5/17/21    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT Mon  5/17/21    11:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

All through the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, dental professionals have struggled with the issue of exposure to airborne infectious disease. Supplies of surgical masks and respirators have been in short supply. Guidance from regulatory agencies has been confusing at times. And dental practices want to provide care for their patients in a safe environment. This CE webinar will discuss the latest OSHA regulations and CDC guidance for respiratory protection during aerosol-generating procedures as well as the provide an update on all types of respiratory protection, training requirements and creating a respiratory protection plan for a dental practice. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )

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Vital Pulpal Therapy for the Primary Dentition Reserve Seat Presenter: Dr. Carla Cohn CE Supporter: Bisco Tue  5/18/21    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT Tue  5/18/21    11:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

The objective of vital pulp therapy for primary dentition is to maintain the integrity and health of teeth and the surrounding tissues. Pulp therapy in primary dentition includes pulp caps and pulpotomies. New and reliable materials with predictable outcomes have recently become available. These materials make the treatment of pulpally involved teeth faster, easier, and more effective. Join this webinar as I will review diagnosis of teeth that are candidates for vital pulp therapy, different methods of vital pulp therapy and effective pulp therapy materials. In this CE webinar, Dr. Cohn will share several clinical cases and discuss step by step procedures using resin modified calcium silicate materials in vital pulp therapy for primary teeth. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )

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Revisiting Dental Hygiene Ergonomics - Equipment and Self-care Make a Difference Presenter: Schelli Stedke, RDH, MDH, RYH CE Supporter: NSK America Release Date: 4/21/21 Expiration Date: 4/21/24 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Dental hygienists should be aware of and understand the importance of ergonomics, human factors, and proper equipment in the workplace, especially with changes in the work environment that have occurred over the past year. This CE webinar will review dental ergonomics and human factors in the workplace. We will discuss recognition, prevention, and traditional and non-traditional treatment of musculoskeletal disorders. We will cover the utilization of varying modalities of self- care including weight training and yoga to increase strength and flexibility, ultimately leading to increased comfort in the operatory.

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In-Office Digital Workflows Featuring Lithium Disilicate Presenter: David Juliani, Angela Severance and Jerry Varner CE Supporter: Ivoclar Vivadent Release Date: 4/20/21 Expiration Date: 4/20/24 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Experience chairside CAD/CAM workflows with clinical experts who will take you from scanning and designing of a case to the final milled restoration. During this program, you will walk through the simplicity of digital scanning, restorative design and discuss the value of an automated 5-axis milling system. The session will end with a discussion covering value of in-office milling, digital integration, education and support.

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Sticky Situations: Temporary to Permanent Cementation Solutions Presenter: Dr. Sam Halabo CE Supporter: VOCO America Release Date: 4/19/21 Expiration Date: 4/19/24 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Cements can be used in a multitude of ways with great success. However, having the right cement for each situation can be daunting with so many choices in the market place. This CE webinar will illustrate the use of cements from temporary to permanent cases in the everyday dental practice. A discussion on zirconia and E-max restoration cementation will provide a clear method for simple and predictable results. Bonding with some unique materials will be addressed to solve some of dentistry’s puzzling problems. Bleeding and isolation challenges will be addressed. A number of cases will be shown to achieve great success.

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Intelligent Simplification of Direct Composites Presenter: Dr. Michael Morgan CE Supporter: Kuraray Dental Release Date: 4/15/21 Expiration Date: 4/15/24 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In the past several years there have been improvements in composite and adhesion technologies. These new technologies enable clinicians to place the majority of their direct composites with a simplified bonding and composite technique. This course will review these materials & techniques with anterior Class-IV restorations & common posterior restorations. A Value-Based, shade system will be reviewed and clinical techniques to improve color matching anterior restorations.

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Quadrant Dentistry and Beyond: How Matrix & Wedge Selection Play a Key Role in Clinical Outcomes Presenter: Dr. Matthew Burton CE Supporter: Young Innovations Release Date: 4/1/21 Expiration Date: 4/1/24 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Quadrant direct composite dentistry plays a vital role in an office’s efficiency and profitability. It also comes with its fair share of challenges. Selecting the proper matrix for the proper situation is imperative to driving success in direct composite restorations. Discover how to choose the proper matrix and learn how a key new innovative product unlocks the door for efficient and predictable quadrant dentistry.

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Health-Centered Dentistry: Live it, Love it, Build it! Presenter: Dr. Stephanie Vondrak CE Supporter: Tokuyama Dental America Release Date: 3/31/21 Expiration Date: 3/31/24 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In an era of “quick fixes” and instant gratification, the pressure to deliver fast, single tooth, emergency type dental care is stronger than ever. By choosing to implement a Health-Centered philosophy, you will learn to differentiate yourself from the competition, define your vision, and help your patients achieve and maintain successful dental futures. This individualized model puts the doctor-patient relationship in the driver seat rather than insurance and/or reactive care.

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How to Improve and Simplify the Patient Experience and Increase Case Acceptance Through Technology and Automation Presenter: Paul S. Intlekofer, JD, MBA CE Supporter: Cellerant Release Date: 3/30/21 Expiration Date: 3/30/24 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In 2021 it will be more important than ever to focus on improving the patient experience. In the new COVID-19 world patients rightfully expect increased communications, clear direction, no-touch services, and access to technology that simplifies their dental experience and makes them feel safe. In this CE webinar you will learn how to meet and exceed these demands through the use of technology and automation. Mastering the skills below will make you, your team, and your patients safer and happier while also improving case acceptance and retention.

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Additive Restorative Dentistry: A Minimal and Non-Invasive Approach to Dental Care Presenter: Dr. Abdi Sameni CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 3/25/21 Expiration Date: 3/25/24 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The traditional current model in dentistry, influenced primarily by third party payers, offers only a “reactive” approach to restorative care. Most if not all conservative minimally & non-invasive treatment options are typically not “covered” expenses; and when they are, they are reimbursed at a rate that makes them unrealistic. In this CE webinar a more “proactive” approach will be presented to better serve the patient population and to enhance the practices ability to operate more independently and profitably without the interference of third parties.

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From Prep to Place: 5 Steps to Drive Your Quadrant Care Success Presenter: Dr. David Rice CE Supporter: DMG America Release Date: 3/18/21 Expiration Date: 3/18/24 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

How do you marry clinical excellence with production and profitability? Systems! In this CE webinar, join this fast paced, content rich, and next day implementable journey from prep to placement. We’ll tackle every major fail point and every opportunity for your patient and practice success.

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How to Impress Your Patients, Motivate Your Teams and Experience Exponential Growth in Your Practice! Presenter: Dr. Dilip Dudhat CE Supporter: Pierrel Pharma Release Date: 3/16/21 Expiration Date: 3/16/24 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Do you want to learn how to create a unique patient experience that will lead to increased referrals and patient retention? It is imperative that practices implement strong systems that will allow them to provide comprehensive care to their patients. Practices that take this approach will be able to experience exponential growth in their practices by ensuring that they are providing individualized care in an organized manner. This CE webinar will empower dental professionals to go above and beyond in order to not only impress their patients but motivate their teams.

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Episode: In-Office Digital Workflows Featuring Lithium Disilicate View All Episodes from: Ivoclar Vivadent Dental Podcast Series

Series: Ivoclar Vivadent CE Credits: 0.25 Presenter: Dr. David Juliani Release Date: 4/21/21

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Episode: Face Masks and Face Shields: What You Need to Know View All Episodes from: Cranberry Podcast Series

Series: Cranberry CE Credits: 0.25 Presenter: Mary Govoni, CDA, RDA, RDH, MBA Release Date: 4/20/21

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Episode: An Aesthetic Bulk-Fill Has Arrived. Warm it, Flow it, Sculpt it! View All Episodes from: VOCO Dental Podcast Series

Series: VOCO America CE Credits: 0.25 Presenter: Dr. John Flucke Release Date: 4/12/21

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Episode: Part 3: Infection Control During and After COVID-19 View All Episodes from: SciCan Dental Podcast Series

Series: SciCan CE Credits: 0.5 Presenter: Dr. John Molinari Release Date: 4/12/21

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Episode: How to Use Patient Feedback to Achieve Exceptional Care View All Episodes from: Pierrel Pharma Dental Podcast Series

Series: Pierrel Pharma CE Credits: 0.25 Presenter: Dr. Dilip Dudhat Release Date: 4/5/21

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Episode: Hand Hygiene Update for the Dental Setting View All Episodes from: Viva Learning Originals

Series: Viva Learning Originals CE Credits: 0.25 Presenter: Dr. Marie Fluent Release Date: 4/1/21

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Episode: Part 2: Infection Control During and After COVID-19 View All Episodes from: SciCan Dental Podcast Series

Series: SciCan CE Credits: 0.5 Presenter: Dr. John Molinari Release Date: 3/29/21

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Episode: Challenges and Solutions in Managing Implant Disease View All Episodes from: Sunstar Dental Podcast Series

Series: Sunstar CE Credits: 0.25 Presenter: Dr. Samuel Low Release Date: 3/23/21

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Episode: Part 1: Infection Control During and After COVID-19 View All Episodes from: SciCan Dental Podcast Series

Series: SciCan CE Credits: 0.5 Presenter: Dr. John Molinari Release Date: 3/16/21

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Episode: Bioactive Cements: Do they really make a difference? View All Episodes from: Bisco Dental Podcast Series

Series: Bisco CE Credits: 0.25 Presenter: Dr. Thomas Dudney Release Date: 3/16/21

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SciCan SPEC System: Smart Instrument Reprocessing Sponsor: SciCan Released: 4/21/21 View Full Description »

Smart Instrument Reprocessing begins and ends with SciCan. Your steri-center should improve Safety, ensure Predictable results, maximize Efficiency, and maintain Compliance. Your office can have the fastest and safest instrument processing system possible to avoid delays and interruptions in work flow and to reduce the risk of staff injury.

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T-Edge 10 Autoclave Sponsor: Tuttnauer Released: 3/19/21 View Full Description »

The T-Edge 10 is a space-saving tabletop autoclave giving you high speed Class B performance saving you time so you can assist your patients, while meeting current international standards and regulatory requirements to protect your staff and patients.

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OPTIM - Is Your Surface Cleaner Disinfectant Effective Against COVID-19? Sponsor: SciCan Released: 1/14/21 View Full Description »

Here’s an overview video for dental offices, about how to search the EPA List-N for your surface disinfectant, using our OPTIM one-minute, one-step surface cleaner and disinfectant as an example.

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BRILLIANT EverGlow® Flow Sponsor: COLTENE Released: 1/6/21 View Full Description »

BRILLIANT EverGlow Flow is a flowable submicron hybrid composite that gives you both stability and flowability in one versatile material. Appropriate for use in a wide range of indications, BRILLIANT EverGlow Flow is available in eight shades and two different needle sizes, including an extra-fine needle. If you’re ready to upgrade your dentistry, COLTENE’s BRILLIANT EverGlow Flow is for you!

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everX Flow™ Sponsor: GC America Released: 1/5/21 View Full Description »

everX Flow is a short fiber-reinforced dentin replacement that provides excellent core strength and fracture resistance. You can use it for core build-ups, substructure for endodontically-treated teeth, coronal restorations and teeth with large cavities in high stress-bearing areas, knowing that you’ll be restoring teeth in a biomimetic way and preventing crack propagation.

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ZR-Cem Sponsor: Premier Dental Released: 12/1/20 View Full Description »

ZR-Cem is an innovative self-adhesive universal resin cement specially formulated for zirconia restorations. Dual-cured ZR-Cem enables a strong bond to all ceramic materials, dentin and enamel - ensuring superior retention and marginal integrity.

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Shofu FIT SA - Class V Procedure Sponsor: Shofu Dental Released: 11/30/20 View Full Description »

Simplify procedures with FIT SA, a comprehensive self-adhesive flowable restorative with bioactive Giomer Technology inside. FIT SA has eliminated the need for the technique sensitive bonding procedure. FIT SA offers superior strength and polishability, and the unique filler structure combines the light transmission and diffusion properties of enamel and dentin to blend well with the surrounding dentition.

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Shofu FIT SA - Deep Cavity Procedure Sponsor: Shofu Dental Released: 11/30/20 View Full Description »

Simplify procedures with FIT SA, a comprehensive self-adhesive flowable restorative with bioactive Giomer Technology inside. FIT SA has eliminated the need for the technique sensitive bonding procedure. FIT SA offers superior strength and polishability, and the unique filler structure combines the light transmission and diffusion properties of enamel and dentin to blend well with the surrounding dentition.

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OptraDam Plus and OptraGate Sponsor: Ivoclar Vivadent Released: 10/16/20 View Full Description »

OptraDam Plus is based on an innovative, three-dimenional technique to establish a completely dry treatment field. Due to its anatomical shape and flexible, three-dimensional design, OptraDam is completely different from conventional rubber dams. As the dam is automatically stretched in an oral direction, an automatic hold of the device in the oral cavity is ensured. OptraDam is available in the adult sizes “Regular” and "Small". OptraGate is a latex-free lip and cheek retractor. The aid’s unique flexibility and elasticity make it comfortable to wear and assist patients to keep their mouth open.

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everX Flow™ Core Build-up Sponsor: GC America Released: 10/12/20 View Full Description »

New from GC America: everX Flow™ is a highly fracture resistant composite substructure which may be used as a dentin replacement material in bulk filling and core build-up applications, as well as in cases where endodontic stability must be restored.

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Dr. Marus on G-ænial Universal Injectable (03:39) Sponsor: GC America Presenter: Dr. Robert Marus Released: 3/3/21 Play Clinical Tip

Dr. Robert Marus talks about injectable composites and how they differ from flowable composites, in particular G-ænial™ Universal Injectable, a universal light-cured radiopaque injectable composite.

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Dr. Auster on ZR-Cem and Sleeve-It (02:48) Sponsor: Premier Dental Presenter: Dr. Peter Auster Released: 10/6/20 Play Clinical Tip

Dr. Peter Auster talks about the why ZR-Cem™ Self-Adhesive Universal Resin Cement is so different from other resin cements and the benefits of using Sleeve-It™ Disposable Barrier Sleeves to prevent cross-contamination of syringes.

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Susan Wingrove on Cervitec Plus (01:53) Sponsor: Ivoclar Vivadent Presenter: Susan Wingrove, RDH, BS Released: 9/25/20 Play Clinical Tip

Susan Wingrove discusses the benefits of Cervitec® Plus Chlorhexidine Varnish, the only antimicrobial varnish on the market today.

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Dr. Glazer on ACTIVA Presto (04:45) Sponsor: Pulpdent Presenter: Dr. Howard Glazer Released: 5/14/20 Play Clinical Tip

Dr. Howard Glazer discusses the properties and biomimicry of ACTIVA™ Presto™.

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Dr. Glazer on ACTIVA BioACTIVE-BASE/LINER (04:00) Sponsor: Pulpdent Presenter: Dr. Howard Glazer Released: 5/14/20 Play Clinical Tip

Dr. Howard Glazer discusses the bioactive and physical properties of ACTIVA™ BioACTIVE-BASE/LINER.

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Dr. Rice on LuxaCrown (04:22) Sponsor: DMG America Presenter: Dr. David Rice Released: 5/5/20 Play Clinical Tip

Dr. David Rice discusses a temporary restoration case using LuxaCrown.

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Dr. Maragliano-Muniz on Open and Closed Sandwich Techniques (05:12) Sponsor: GC America Presenter: Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz Released: 4/16/20 Play Clinical Tip

Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz talks about the differences and indications of both the Open and Closed Sandwich Techniques.

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Dr. Maragliano-Muniz on EQUIA Forte HT in SMART technique (02:09) Sponsor: GC America Presenter: Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz Released: 4/16/20 Play Clinical Tip

Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz discusses a Class I clinical case on the first molar treated with a glass ionomer cement (in this case EQUIA Forte® HT) and Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF), otherwise known as the SMART (Silver Modified Atraumatic Restorative Treatment) technique.

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Dr. Brady on GC FujiCEM Evolve (04:13) Sponsor: GC America Presenter: Dr. Lee Ann Brady Released: 4/7/20 Play Clinical Tip

Dr. Lee Ann Brady discusses the benefits of using glass ionomers in traditional cementation, in particular GC FujiCEM® Evolve.

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Dr. DiTolla on SpeedCEM Plus and Ivoclean (04:27) Sponsor: Ivoclar Vivadent Presenter: Dr. Michael DiTolla Released: 12/13/19 Play Clinical Tip

Dr. Michael DiTolla discusses self-adhesives cements, in particular SpeedCEM® Plus and how it works well with Ivoclean.

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