Adhesive update

Adhesive Update 2009 - Where we are, where we've come from and where we're going

Presenter: Dr. Rob Ritter, DMD
CE Credits: 1
Release Date: 5/20/2009

Adhesive dentistry has changed the way in which we approach restorative dentistry. We are now much more conservative in our treatment planning and execution of delivering high quality, esthetic and long lasting restorations. Unfortunately, as the drive to make adhesives easier, faster, better, we can get lost in the marketing hype.

This lecture will review briefly where we have come from, where we are now with adhesives and where we are going. A look at the currently available generations of adhesives will be covered as well as the use of desensitizers. Differences between carriers, dual cured adhesives, self etching primers, diffusion restriction, isolation, dentin vs. enamel bonding, shear bond test strengths and the effects of sclerotic dentin will be covered in this informative, concise presentation.

Melting Tooth Syndrome”: Recognizing, Treating and Preventing Demineralization

“Melting Tooth Syndrome”: Recognizing, Treating and Preventing Demineralization

Presenter: Anne Guignon, RDH, MPH
CE Credits: 1
Release Date: 9/17/2009

Dental professionals see the devastating effects of tooth demineralization every day, but the process starts long before the tooth is visibly damaged. Science has now provided us with effective tools to prevent, stop and reverse the process. Learn how to help patients rebuild damaged tooth structure at a microscopic level.

Goals of this program are to:


1) Appreciate the role of the dental professional in remineralization education

2) Understand the role of saliva in erosion

3) Learn how to stimulate the flow of healthy saliva

4) Discover the unique contribution of xylitol, fluoride varnish, tri-calcium phosphate/fluoride paste, NovaMin compounds and glass ionomers in tooth remineralization.


Goals of this program are to:

1) Appreciate the role of the dental professional in remineralization education

2) Understand the role of saliva in erosion

3) Learn how to stimulate the flow of healthy saliva

4) Discover the unique contribution of xylitol, fluoride varnish, tri-calcium phosphate/fluoride paste, NovaMin compounds and glass ionomers in tooth remineralization.

The 20 Minute In-Office Veneer

The 20 Minute In-Office Veneer

Presenter: Dr. Jeffrey Blank, D.M.D.

CE Credits: 1

Release Date: 2/29/2008

Register at the Pentron Clinical site and have immediate access to FREE online CE, complete the post test and print your certificate of completion immediately. The site will keep a record of your completed programs for later reference.

Zirconia: Facts and Fiction

Zirconia: Facts and Fiction

Presenter: Dr. Edward McLaren
CE Credits: 1
Release Date: 5/5/2009

Everything you wanted to know about working with zirconia. Are different types important? How to prevent chipping issues? What type of preparations? What type of cements?

Sponsored by 3M ESPE

Balancing pHacts: pH and Remineralization, a Winning Combination

Free Webinar on February 23


Minimum Intervention dentistry has taken the 21st century by storm. Dona Gabzdyl, RDH, BS, MBA presents the new evolution in caries infection management to avoid unnecessary amputation of tooth structure, Learn the best treatment modalities to identify, prevent and restore as we move forward into future of dentistry.

This is the first of the 2010 CareerFusion Open Webinars.

CareerFusion partner GC America is featured.

This Webinar is free.

Title: Balancing pHacts: pH and Remineralization, a Winning Combination

Date: Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Time: 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM CST

After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar.

System Requirements

PC-based attendees
     Required: Windows® 2000, XP Home, XP Pro, 2003 Server, Vista

Macintosh®-based attendees

     Required: Mac OS® X 10.4 (Tiger®) or newer

Space is limited.  Reserve your Webinar seat now at:

https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/757317114

Core Materials – Which to choose and Which to use

Core Materials – Which to choose and Which to use


Presenter: Dr. Martin Jablow
CE Credits: 1
Release Date: 12/2/2009

Learn the advantages and disadvantages of different materials that can be used for build-ups. Dr. Jablow will discuss the use of amalgam, composite and other materials dedicated for build-ups. As every dental practitioner knows, time is valuable, so sign-up now to learn how you can improve your dental techniques and earn free CE credit.

Site registration and the courses are free. You can opt to be informed of new courses as they are posted. Free CE thanks to Pentron Clinical.

Root Causes and Effective Treatment of Dentinal Hypersensitivity

Ouch…That Hurts! Root Causes and Effective Treatment of Dentinal Hypersensitivity


Presenter: Anne Guignon, RDH, MPH

CE Credits: 1 CEU (Home Study)

Release Date: 11/2/2009

Dentinal hypersensitivity is complex; patients often suffer needlessly from sensitivity, a problem that profoundly affects quality of life and creates enormous clinical challenges. Clinicians often struggle with trying to find effective treatments for this perplexing problem. This course provides diagnostic tools as well as a wide range of professional therapies and homecare strategies that provide relief.

--Recognize the wear factors and erosive activities that contribute to dentinal hypersensitivity


--Appreciate the role of fluoride, tri-calcium phosphate, ACP/CPP, NovaMin, xylitol and potassium nitrate in combating hypersensitivity

--Understand the science of tubule occlusion, nerve depolarization and surface protectants in treating hypersensitivity

--Learn about different professionally applied desensitizing agents

--Understand homecare options for reducing hypersensitivity

--Learn how to engage patients in becoming part of the solution

Improve your implant practice inventory

Presented by: Vavi Bohbot


Date: Monday, February 22, 2010

Time: 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST

Presented by: Vavi Bohbot


Date: Monday, February 22, 2010

Time: 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST

Join our webinar to learn techniques to improve your implant practice inventory system.

Reserve your Webinar seat now 

After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

About our Speaker:
Vavi Bohbot, a graduate of a Dental Assisting Carrier Program, has spent the past 29 years working in the dental industry. Having over 18 years of clinical experience, she has worked with various specialties. She has been involved in every aspect of a dental office; Assisting, Dental Secretary, Purchaser, Office Management and Treatment Coordinator. In the last 10 years, Vavi’s career has taken a different horizon. She became a sales representative and consultant, for various dental manufacturers. She also achieved several sales certification programs; P.S.S., Advanced Sales Development, and Public Speaking. She now works with BioHorizons Canada, an International Dental Implant Company. Vavi lectures internationally, at many meetings including the Misch Institute and Journée Dentaire du Québec.

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You're Only as Good as What You Send to Your Lab

You're Only as Good as What You Send to Your Lab

Upcoming Live CE Webcast:

Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010

Webcast summary: Quality indirect restorations can be the rule in your practice instead of the exception!! Make it easy for your lab to give you consistent, high quality results. This online CE presentation will address several key issues: Crowns routinely delivered in 15 minutes or less; Dies that do not require creativity; Plan before you prep; Tissue management by intention, not luck; Selection of materials; Less stress = More joy. Register today for this free CE accredited interactive online lecture.

Presenter: Dr. Bob Blitzer

CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU

Webcast Begins: 2/23/10 7:00 PM ET, 4:00 PM PT  Wed 2/24/10 0:00 AM UTC

Reserve your seat now. www.gcatraining.com

(No charge for this webcast; 200 registrants capacity)

Your seat will be paid for by GC America, a proud supporter of CE for the dental professional.

How, When and Why of Restorative Posts Cores

How, When and Why of Restorative Posts Cores


Presenter: Dr. Gregori Kurtzman, D.D.S.

Sponsored by Pentron Clinical

CE Credits: 1 CEU (Home Study webinar)

Release Date: 1/14/2010

With today's adhesive dentistry, many practitioners question the necessity of using a post in the restoration of endodontic teeth. But, posts are still indicated in many of the teeth we restore that have undergone Endodontic treatment. We will address when to use posts, what factors should be considered to achieve better long term results when restoring endodontically treated teeth and techniques to use posts within the tooth.

You''ll need to register on the site, which is free, and will get credit after completing the post-test.

Continuing to Build the Bridge with Tools to Implement in Your Daily Practice

Thursday February 18, 2010 @ 5:30pm (PST)

Host: Debra Seidel-Bittke, RDH, and BS Founder of Dental Practice Solutions
Special Guest: Allan Gross, DDS

Relationship Marketing: Continuing to Build the Bridge with Tools to Implement in Your Daily Practice

Dr. Gross did such a great job talking to us on Dec. 17, 09 about building lasting relationships in your neighborhood and building your new patient base that we have invited him back. He will share specific ideas, give solid tools to utilize in your practice to build lasting relationships. After you hear what Dr. Gross says and utilize the ideas he outlines you will be sure to have many new patients calling your office for their appointment with you. These are patients who will gain true loyalty to you and the dental team because of what you are known for in the community.
Register Now!

Stress Free Predictable Restorations

Upcoming Live CE Webcast: Stress Free Predictable Restorations

Wednesday, February 17th, 2010

Dr. Warga will introduce the product, the unique technology behind the Lava Chairside Oral Scanner C.O.S. and how it has benefitted his practice. He will discuss the advantages for the "single crown" dentist and will then proceed to discuss the use of the Lava C.O.S. on multiple prep restorations. Dr. Warga will share clinical case photos, and how he integrates the Lava C.O.S. into his other processes to produce consistently accurate and sophisticated restorations.

Presenter: Dr. George Warga, D.D.S.

CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU

Webcast Begins: 2/17/10 8:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM PT

Reserve your seat now www.espertiseinteractivelearning.com

No charge for this webcast. 200 registrants capacity.

Your seat is paid for by 3M ESPE, a proud supporter of CE for the dental professional.

Expanding Your Hygiene Practice

Want to expand your hygiene practice? Want to better meet the needs and preferences of your older patients? Want to gain an important education certificate at no charge?

Then participate in our interactive webinars (seminars on the internet) on root caries prevention, which feature:

• Two 30-minute sessions conducted every Tuesday at lunch hour or every Thursday in the evening starting the week of January 11, 2010;

• How more preventive services for root caries can stimulate your practice more than any other service;

• How to integrate root caries prevention into your practice.

Here’s what others have said after participating in these webinars:

“I found the webinar to be very instructive and helpful.”
Dr. Alvin Der, Regina, Sask.

“The webinar is a wonderful tool which allowed me the opportunity to present to my team members a valuable adjunctive product, which we now incorporate into our treatment of high risk clients. The patient compliance has been amazing.”
Ms. Sandra Meger, prescribing hygienist, Fort McMurray, Alta.

How to Communicate the Value of Prevention and Elevate Your Hygiene Department

This interactive webinar will focus on a team approach to increase the productivity of the preventive side of your practice. It will provide a new prospective toward prevention and how to communicate value to your patients. You will be provided with a strategic approach to recommending prevention and communication scripts for your entire team.

These webinars are offered at no charge. Registrants who successfully complete both webinars will receive a continuing education certificate. Webinar graduates will also receive at no charge, the biweekly e-newsletter YOUR OLDER PATIENTS to provide you with an opportunity for even more education certificates.

To preview these webinars, when they are offered, and to register, please enter your professional license number below. (License information will not be stored or recorded.)

This educational opportunity is sponsored by Prevora and Germiphene