This isn’t your typical composite webinar. Dr. John Gammichia, a full-time private practice dentist, practices in the real world - where patients fracture cusps and can’t always afford a build-up and onlay or crown. So what’s the solution - extract the tooth? Or consider a beautifully executed 2-, 3-, 4-, or even 5-cusp composite restoration?
We’ll begin with foundational Class I and Class II restorations, reviewing adhesion principles and current biomimetic concepts. From there, we’ll build your skills and confidence. How do you approach large restorations? Deep decay? Cases that are both extensive and deep? What about cracks?
We’ll also address the practical concerns: What are the barriers to practicing this way? Do these restorations last? Can this approach be profitable?
This CE webinar will be engaging and thought-provoking but expect to be pushed outside your comfort zone. Dr. Gammichia intends to challenge your thinking. By the end, you’ll be saying, "Holy Cow! I Didn't Know You Could do that with Composite.
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Creating Natural Harmony with Modern Super-Composites
Presenter: Dr. Clarence Tam CE Supporter: Kuraray Noritake
The difference between Biomimetic/Natural and conventional dentistry is that biomimetic attempts to duplicate the missing tooth structure with restorative materials that match their natural physical properties. A key aspect of this is to dramatically reduce stress on the adhesive materials so they can provide long-term use and durability for direct and indirect restorations. If clinical techniques have high-stress then the bonds will be low, conversely, if the clinical techniques have low-stress then the bonds will be high and more likely to succeed. This CE webinar will discuss and illustrate low-stress, high-bond techniques for direct composites as well as techniques on blending and highlighting your restorations. Key clinical tips will be shown to increase the esthetics of direct composites.
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The Revolution of Change: State of The Art Materials for Outstanding Patient Outcomes
Presenter: Dr. Ron Kaminer CE Supporter: VOCO America
The stress of day to day practice does not always allow us to introduce new materials into to our daily routines. Fear of failure and extensive learning curves often leave dentists stuck with materials that are not current and/or materials that may not work as well as a modern advancement. In this CE webinar, join us as we explore a new/updated restorative material and how it not only can change the way we practice but also how it benefits our patients.
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The Golden Age of Composite Dentistry
Presenter: Dr. Peter Auster CE Supporter: VOCO America
The days of 35 shades of composite are over and so are the days of composites that stick to everything but teeth. Introducing: bold new composites that do everything better than what we had before. Better handling, better shades, better management of ambient light. These are truly new and the best we’ve ever seen.
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Staying Alive: Bioactive Advances in Pulp Therapy
Presenter: Dr. Ryan Walsh CE Supporter: VOCO America
Staying Alive: Bioactive Advances in Pulp Therapy highlights modern, evidence-based strategies for preserving pulp vitality. This CE webinar explores how bioactive materials support healing and regeneration of the dentin–pulp complex, with practical insight into indications, techniques, and material selection for vital pulp therapy. Designed for all clinicians, it connects science to everyday clinical decision-making.
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Chairside Challenges, Lifelong Smiles: Dental Care for the Aging Adult
Presenter: Sonya Dunbar, RDH CE Supporter: VOCO America
Oral health for older adults is an increasingly significant challenge in dentistry today. As people age, their risk of developing caries, periodontal disease, and other oral health complications rises. This heightened risk is often exacerbated by systemic health conditions, polypharmacy, and decreased dexterity, which can impact daily hygiene practices. Unlike younger populations, older adults face unique barriers, including complex medical histories, cognitive decline, and notable changes in insurance coverage after retirement. These factors not only affect their access to dental care but also influence how treatments must be planned and delivered. This evidence-based CE webinar equips dental professionals with practical strategies to enhance the quality of care for older adults in dental office settings. Participants will learn to identify the specific caries risk factors associated with aging patients, apply preventive and minimally invasive management strategies, and adjust treatment protocols for medically fragile individuals. The webinar will also address the impact of changing insurance structures after retirement on access to care, as well as how dental teams can navigate these challenges to provide effective and patient-centered outcomes. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )
Keys to Master Anterior Composites
Presenter: Dr. Luana Oliveira-Haas CE Supporter: Ivoclar
Enhancing or restoring a smile with direct composite resins can be challenging. This CE webinar has been specially designed to present the most up-to-date protocols for direct anterior composite restorations employing simplified techniques to ensure consistent and predictable outcomes. You will gain insight into injectable composite, layered composite techniques for composite veneers and Class IV, the use of diagnostic mock-ups, and effective finishing and polishing techniques. You will understand how to incorporate long-lasting and tooth-like direct composite to your daily practice as a reliable alternative to ceramic while practicing minimally invasive dentistry.
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Simplified Resin Techniques
Presenter: Dr. Priya Tirumalasetty CE Supporter: VOCO America
Simplified resins systems have become available to dentists over the last few years. These new resins allow for a reduced inventory while matching with multiple shades. Layering and polishing techniques using simplified resins are discussed in this CE webinar
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Seeing is Believing: Visual Transformation Technology in Composite Restorations
Presenter: Dr. Marc Geissberger CE Supporter: VOCO America
New materials, technology and techniques are developing at such a rapid pace that practitioners can become overwhelmed. Add to this the increased expectations of esthetic patients and the clinical performance of materials and the entire experience can be challenging. This CE webinar will explore the recent trends in composite restorative materials with an emphasis on demystifying the concept of chameleon technology. Dr. Geissberger will describe significant changes that have occurred over the last few years enabling clinicians to place few layers, limit inventory, and establish life-like restorations.
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From Chaos to Clusters: 50 Shades of Grey May Be Okay, but 50 Shades of Composite, Really?
Presenter: Dr. Foroud Hakim CE Supporter: VOCO America
In an era where every manufacturer is throwing their hat into the shade simplification ring, how can the pragmatic doctor navigate the waters? From the promise of single shade, omnichromatic entries, to shade reduced options, and perhaps even well designed clustered shade pallets, this webinar is designed to debunk the myths and give attendees the tools to make educated material selection decisions. These decisions can lead to better inventory economics, while simultaneously improving the predictability of esthetic outcomes for patients. In this dynamic CE webinar, Dr. Hakim will share the latest innovations in the category, while also reviewing the basics of adhesive composite delivery to reinforce successful and lasting restorations. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )
In this CE webinar, we will cover types of cement and types of bonding to gain a better understanding of when to use which system. We will discuss the different types of restorations used in everyday indirect dentistry and learn how to decide whether to cement the restoration or bond the restoration. Review of clinical cementation and bonding protocols to simplify deliveries and create long lasting predictable solutions for your patients.
This CE webinar challenges the traditional “watch and see” approach in patient care, emphasizing the importance of early intervention supported by advanced technologies. We will explore how AI enables early diagnosis and predictive analytics, improving patient confidence in proactive treatment. Additionally, the webinar will highlight innovative, non-invasive therapies, such as hydroxyapatite-generating techniques, that allow clinicians to treat early lesions effectively without drilling or discomfort. Participants will learn how combining AI-driven risk assessment with minimally invasive solutions can enhance outcomes and patient acceptance.
Modern dentistry is drowning in material options - flowables, bulk-fills, esthetics-first composites, universal systems, and more. For many practices, this leads to bloated inventories, training difficulties, and inconsistent outcomes across providers. In this fast-paced, practical CE webinar, we’ll explore how to cut through the noise, simplify your restorative system, and deliver efficient, predictable results using one streamlined material protocol. You’ll also be introduced to a next-generation composite platform designed to cover the full range of anterior and posterior restorations using just five cluster shades and 4mm increments, without compromising esthetics, handling, or long-term durability. Whether you’re leading a DSO or running a solo practice, this webinar will help you reduce complexity, improve efficiency, and standardize care.
Successful adhesive dentistry depends as much on effective isolation as it does on the bonding system itself. While rubber dam isolation is often considered the gold standard, it is not always practical or feasible in everyday clinical practice. This CE webinar will provide a realistic, evidence-based discussion of isolation and bonding strategies used in real-world restorative dentistry. Participants will compare the advantages and limitations of common isolation techniques, including rubber dam, high-volume evacuation, and alternative isolation methods. The webinar will also focus on practical management of contamination during adhesive procedures, including saliva and blood contamination of tooth preparations. Strategies for cleaning and reconditioning contaminated surfaces will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on integrating isolation systems that improve efficiency, enhance moisture control, and safely manage debris during procedures.
Test-Drive Mock-Up Presenter: Dr. Drew Ballard CE Supporter: Tokuyama Dental America Release Date: 2/5/26
Expiration Date: 2/5/29
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Many dentists have clinical cosmetic skills in both porcelain and composite but lack a structure and process for case presentation and therefore book fewer cases. Whether you prefer composite or porcelain, this CE webinar will help you discover how to use Single-Shade composites to deliver a highly reliable “Test-Drive” smile preview. This webinar will showcase curated case real-time mock-up techniques, clinical case examples, and streamlined workflow strategies that help dentists create efficient, consistent, and visually compelling in-mouth mock-ups and design.
Attachments are one of the most misunderstood yet powerful tools in clear aligner therapy. In this CE webinar, Dr. Avi Patel breaks down the clinical science and practical application behind attachments — when to use them, how to design them, and how to avoid common mistakes that compromise outcomes. Through real case examples and step-by-step workflows, participants will learn how to integrate attachment strategies that improve predictability, reduce refinements, and save chair time. This CE webinar is designed for general dentists who want to confidently plan and execute attachment-based movements in everyday aligner cases.
Composite dentistry has come a long way - from macrofills to nanofills to today’s nanohybrids and universal systems that aim to combine strength, esthetics, and efficiency. In this CE webinar, Dr. Luis Abrahante, DMD, shares his clinical perspective on the evolution of restorative materials and how they’ve shaped the modern restorative workflow. Attendees will explore foundational concepts such as C-Factor, shrinkage stress, and how advancements in filler technology and resin matrix design are influencing both technique and long-term outcomes.
This webinar will provide a practical, high-yield breakdown of what clinicians should consider when selecting a universal composite - from handling to polish retention to marginal integrity - and how newer materials are helping streamline procedures while elevating results. Whether layering an anterior case or restoring a posterior load-bearing tooth, you'll gain strategies that are grounded in everyday dentistry and adaptable across different case types.
With the global phase-down of amalgam accelerating, clinicians require a restorative alternative that is both durable and efficient. This CE webinar will explore the latest generation of self-curing, bioactive bulk-fill composites, designed to deliver gap-free adaptation, unlimited depth of cure, and simplified workflows. Attendees will gain insight into how these materials integrate strength, bioactivity, and aesthetics to meet the demands of modern restorative dentistry; not only providing an alternative to dental amalgam but offering a superior solution to bulk fill flowable and layered composites in posterior restorations.
For 42 years, DENTAL ADVISOR has been a trusted, unbiased resource for dental professionals — offering expert guidance on products and equipment based on both scientific research and clinical performance. In this engaging 2-hour CE webinar, Dr. Sabiha Bunek, President and CEO of DENTAL ADVISOR, along with Clinical Ambassadors Dr. Matthew Miller and Dr. Ashton Prince, will highlight standout products and equipment from the past year. Whether you're looking for new materials to try or tools to streamline your workflow, this 2 hour webinar will help you find the right fit for your practice.
You’ll walk away with practical insights on the latest technologies and techniques—ready to save time, reduce stress, and boost productivity in your day-to-day work.
Direct restoratives remain the foundation of general practice, yet material selection has never been more complex. This CE webinar presents a simple, clinically driven decision tree for choosing the right material in the right situation - combining aesthetics, strength, and efficiency.
Less Staring at the Wall with a 3-Second Cure
Sponsor: Viva Learning Presenter: Dr. Joshua Austin Released: 5/23/25
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Dr. Joshua Austin discusses a new system that reduces the cure time to 3-seconds, this includes Adhese Universal, Tetric PowerFill and Tetric PowerFlow restorative materials and the Bluephase PowerCure light, all from Ivoclar.
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