Online Dental CE

21st Century Approach to Dental Hygiene Presenter: Siobhan Kelleher CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 5/31/17     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/31/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Adopt a 21st century approach to the management of periodontal disease and grow your practice, increase practice profitability and promote greater teamwork. This webinar will show you how your patients will benefit from the introduction and effective use of hygiene services and how this will lead to increased demand for elective services leading to greater profitability for your practice.

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The Power of Oral Hygiene in a New Age of Dentistry Presenter: Dr. Lawrence Hier CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 12/15/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/15/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Dental plaque removal is one of the biggest challenges that patients face today, and its improper and incomplete removal leads to demineralization, caries, gingivitis, and periodontitis. Proper plaque reduction is essential due to the fact that excellent oral hygiene is a key factor in maintenance of good overall health. Until today, the standard product to help identify plaque has been disclosing solutions or tablets. In this CE webinar, we introduce a revolutionary method to help patients identify and remove plaque on a daily basis.

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Implementing the New CDT D4346 Dental Code Presenter: Charles Blair, D.D.S. CE Supporter: ACTEON Release Date: 11/1/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/1/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar discusses the new “scaling” dental code. This code reports scaling where an evaluation can be performed; there is no bone loss, but there is moderate or severe gingival inflammation present. This procedure would typically be followed a few weeks later by a prophylaxis as determined by the dentist.

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A New Periodontal Code Is Here! Now What? Presenter: Teresa Duncan, MS CE Supporter: ACTEON Release Date: 10/4/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 10/4/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

2017 brings a new procedure code for use with the treatment of our periodontal patients. Many offices struggle with how to accurately and ethically bill for periodontal services. A new code means you'll have to evaluate your periodontal protocol to find where it fits. This CE webinar will explore how the new code could work in your office and how to discuss it with patients. You'll learn how to use proven verbal skills and utilize impressive visual tools to motivate your patients to move forward with treatment needs.

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Fluoride Varnish and Risk Assessment Part 2: Overcoming Barriers in Your Practice Presenter: Donna Brogan, RDH, BS CE Supporter: Centrix Release Date: 9/15/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 9/15/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, you will learn a quick and easy method for uncovering the most common evidence-based risk factors that affect your adult patients. Using ADA findings and recommendations, you will discover that a majority of your patients are likely to benefit from a risk reduction strategy including varnish. We will also discuss overcoming the main barriers for treatment; treatment time involved, cost to the patient, poor insurance coverage and lack of practice philosophy. When everyone puts risk assessment into action your patients and practice will be healthier and you will be their partner in health.

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Fluoride Varnish and Risk Assessment: Are you Practicing Traditional Dentistry or Evidence-Based Patient Care Presenter: Donna Brogan, RDH, BS CE Supporter: Centrix Release Date: 1/27/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 1/27/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

We like to believe that dentistry is an evidence based discipline but in many cases we dental professionals practice by tradition. Research often introduces new products and procedures but humans are creatures of habit. Many procedures we perform daily are carried out in a manner that may not have changed in years; we do things the way we have always done them. This CE webinar is designed to teach you how to quickly assess an individual’s risk level and determine if fluoride varnish is indicated.

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It's a Jungle In There - How to Enhance the Oral Environment for Your Patients Presenter: Dr. John Comisi CE Supporter: Premier Dental Release Date: 1/11/16     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 1/11/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The oral environment is constantly under fire. The acids, sugars, bacteria, and dry mouth issues that our patients encounter day to day really takes its toll on them as the days, months and years pass by. In this CE webinar, learn how we can help them stay healthier and reduce "the slings and arrows of outrageous (intraoral) fortunes.”

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The 60 Minute Countdown Presenter: Jamie Marboe, RDH, BS CE Supporter: ACTEON Release Date: 12/17/15     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/17/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar focuses on hidden and often overlooked time management errors. We will uncover how typically, we are our own worst enemies. Jamie will help you identify and then set aside some old beliefs and mindsets that are keeping you from a successful, on time schedule. We will focus on creating the ideal appointment and day in order to successfully keep your ‘60 minute countdown’ from becoming the 60 minute MELTDOWN!

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The Four Pillars of Patient Acceptance Presenter: Jamie Marboe, RDH, BS CE Supporter: ACTEON Release Date: 12/16/15     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/16/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar focuses on how to allow your patients to own their own disease which in return leads to huge increased treatment acceptance rates by following precise and crucial step by step protocols every time.

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No Strings Attached: Living in a Cordless World Presenter: Patti DiGangi, RDH, BS CE Supporter: DENTALEZ Release Date: 12/2/15     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/2/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Upon completion of this CE webinar, the participant will: • Review polishing from the porte polisher to today’s options • Understand the difference between selective polishing and essential selective polishing • Compare and contrast current polishing options

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Are You Sensitive Presenter: Dr. Ron Kaminer CE Supporter: Premier Dental Release Date: 11/18/15     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/18/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

During this CE webinar we will discuss the history of caries, and how we can tip the scales in our patients favor with minimally invasive procedures. We will also discuss a variety of options on how to eliminate sensitivity and show a rationale why some things work and some don't.

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The Oral Environmentalist Presenter: Shirley Gutkowski, RDH, BSDH CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 8/18/15     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 8/18/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Anyone frustrated with motivating patients to brush better to decrease decay, needs to be in this audience. Remineralization therapy is the latest and greatest dental hygiene procedure since the middle 1980’s. With today’s technology, dental hygienists become the key players in enamel repair by healing the oral environment. This CE webinar goes beyond better brushing, beyond sealants, beyond anything you’ve done before!

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The Oral Systemic Link and the Dental Hygienist Presenter: Amy Kinnamon CE Supporter: ACTEON Release Date: 6/9/15     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/9/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The oral systemic link has gained notoriety in the past few years. We have been studying this link for hundreds of years. This CE webinar explores the history of the oral systemic link and periodontal disease then and now. It also includes a review of current literature concerning the oral systemic link and how to communicate these findings with patients to facilitate total overall health.

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Perky Perio: 2015 Presenter: Shirley Gutkowski, RDH, BSDH CE Supporter: COLTENE Release Date: 6/8/15     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/8/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar is for the dental health care professional who is still slightly interested in learning more about periodontal disease and looking for exciting new material and sure ways to present, treat, manage and cure it.

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Routine Dental Implant Maintenance and the Role of the Dental Hygienist Presenter: Amy Kinnamon CE Supporter: ACTEON Release Date: 12/15/14     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/15/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar emphasizes the hygienists’ role in pre-, intra-, and post-op treatment to facilitate the minimization of infection and complications. The current literature on instrumentation will be reviewed and proper instrumentation and the use of optimum equipment to achieve optimum results will also be discussed.

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An Update on Prevention Treatment Gels and Toothpastes: What’s in Your Tube Presenter: Dr. James DiMarino CE Supporter: Premier Dental Release Date: 12/10/14     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/10/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will review the indications for fluoride treatment during office visits as well as recommendations for take-home application while addressing the most common oral symptoms. Patients of all ages require an accurate risk assessment in identifying which therapies treat symptoms associated with xerostomia, dentinal hypersensitivity, gingivitis, erosion and early stages of root and dental caries.

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A Practical Guide to Varnish Presenter: Noel Kelsch, RDH CE Supporter: GC America Release Date: 12/9/14     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/9/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will supply you with the tools you need to understand and incorporate varnish into your health care protocols. Tips will be given on age level appropriate delivery of care.

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Ultrasonic Scaling and Why a Multi-instrument Approach is Crucial to Patient Outcomes Presenter: Joanne MacLeod, DipDH, DipDT RCSEd, MSc CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 11/26/14     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/26/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

One size fits all isn’t a term usually associated with dentistry. However, it is still common in the areas of scaling and debridement to see a single tip being used for all ultrasonic treatment types. This webinar will examine the clinical modifying factors which influence our instrument protocol and feature a discussion on the appropriate selection of Cavitron ultrasonic inserts in order to deliver treatment outcomes that benefit both patient and clinician - in terms of technique, ergonomics and maintenance.

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Explore the Latest Technology in Prophylaxis Presenter: Colleen Rutledge, RDH CE Supporter: ACTEON Release Date: 11/12/14     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/12/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar focuses on the latest advancements in air polishing and piezoelectric ultrasonics. Additionally, new advancements in intraoral cameras will be discussed including adjuncts to help identify dental caries, plaque, calculus and inflammation! Come learn about these exciting technologies which promise to enhance diagnostics and clinical outcomes.

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Dynamic Dentistry: What to consider when treating the Oral Environment Today Presenter: Dr. John Comisi CE Supporter: Pulpdent Release Date: 3/25/14     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 3/25/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Saliva is an important ally to a health oral environment. Without it, the teeth would just simply dissolve away over time. Isn’t it time we look at how we can work with the moist oral environment to help our efforts work with the oral environments best friend? In this CE webinar, we will explore the concepts available today that can make the management of the oral environment more predictable and reliable.

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Innovations in Periodontal Therapy - The Future is Now Presenter: Judy Carroll, RDH CE Supporter: ACTEON Release Date: 12/18/13     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/18/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The future is now for revolutionary non-surgical periodontal therapy. A definition of the parameters for use of several advanced technologies will be discussed in this presentation, including periodontal endoscopy, piezo micro-ultrasonic’s, host modulated therapy, and regenerative proteins. Take a peek into the future of innovative periodontal therapy as these technologies are pulled together in a ‘3-pronged approach’ with a demonstration of case studies in Regenerative Periodontal Endoscopy (RPE). See first-hand what the future holds for the dental hygiene and/or dentist practitioner in non-surgical regeneration. These evidence based techniques, protocols, and technologies will get you excited about the essential paradigm shift already underway.

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Controlled Sensitivity from Our Side of the Chair Presenter: Ms. Shannon Pace Brinker, CDA CE Supporter: Tokuyama Dental America Release Date: 12/11/13     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/11/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Dentinal hypersensitivity is a chronic problem that plagues many patients and is consistently under diagnosed. A comprehensive assessment is essential, as is appropriate treatment to relieve discomfort. With the help of the latest technology, you can provide your patients with instant and long-term relief from their suffering and pain of dentinal hypersensitivity. During this CE webinar, the student will learn: 1. How to identify the signs of dentin exposure 2. Run tests to determine what the true cause of the sensitivity is, and how to effectively treat it in the dental practice and home

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Responsible Tooth Polishing Presenter: Shirley Gutkowski, RDH, BSDH CE Supporter: COLTENE Release Date: 12/9/13     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 12/9/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Polishing is a staple of dental hygiene practice. Dental hygienists polish teeth with little thought about products or technique, and there have been a number of changes in polishing over the last few years, including finding benefits for air polishing.

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Ultimate Ultrasonics Presenter: Beth Thompson, RDH, BS, OM CE Supporter: COLTENE Release Date: 11/14/13     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/14/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The goal of this program is to introduce the participant to the use of micro-ultrasonics in periodontal disease prevention and biofilm management therapy. The history and evolving development of ultrasonic instruments, ongoing science and information to facilitate the successful procedural applications of ultrasonics in your practice will be explored in a fun, upbeat interactive format.

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Local Anaesthetics - An Update For The Dental Hygienist Presenter: Dr. Nigel Robb CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 11/14/13     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 11/14/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This webinar aims to update the dental hygienist on the local anaesthetic agents that are currently available in order to encourage safe and effective practice in local anaesthesia for dental treatment within the scope of practice for dental hygienists.

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Increase Patient Compliance by Showing Patients What They Can't See Presenter: Colleen Rutledge, RDH CE Supporter: ACTEON Release Date: 10/23/13     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 10/23/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This one hour webinar highlights new imaging devices and intraoral cameras and their roles during routine hygiene appointments and periodontal therapy procedures. Examples of new technology will be featured using ‘before and after’ photos of dental caries as well inflammation in non-surgical periodontal therapy cases. Your dental office will want to implement this technology right away as it not only enhances patient compliance, but catapults hygiene and restorative production!

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All About Varnishes Presenter: Connie Lorich, RDH, BS CE Supporter: Pulpdent Release Date: 9/26/13     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 9/26/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Discover the science behind the shift to varnishes in dentistry! This course will include a review of dental varnish science and help participants understand which patients can and should be treated with varnishes. Included are current studies, CAMBRA recommendations, dental insurance coding, and optimal varnish placement techniques.

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Everyday Practice Basics to Achieve Healthy Enamel Presenter: Dr. Lori Trost CE Supporter: Premier Dental Release Date: 6/18/13     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 6/18/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

There is more than fluoride out there to prevent cavities. This program is designed to combine current remineralization knowledge and conventional dental techniques to improve and maintain healthy enamel. Clinical cases will demonstrate how to identify enamel changes and treat them practically. In addition, discover how to save money and make more sense in hygiene.

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Prevention of Repetitive Strain Injuries in the Dental Profession Presenter: Mary Somers, MCSP CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 5/9/13     Reviewed: 2024 Expiration Date: 5/9/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This webinar focusses on the prevention of Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSIs) in the dental profession. Being a very common problem in dental professionals, especially amongst dental hygienists, there are ergonomic considerations for periodontal instrumentation in order to prevent RSIs. Instruments for periodontal instrumentation can also have an effect on developing or prevention of these injuries.

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