30 January 2011

ON Demand Webinars via Pentron Clinical


Presenter: Dr. Lori Trost
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Home Study) Release Date: 10/19/2010

This impression taking course will help you identify your strengths and weaknesses; will improve your understanding of material selection; as well as, help to guide the parameters of tissue management that are critical in achieving maximum esthetic and clinical success. You will build confidence in your technique, deliver a first-rate impression to the lab, and ultimately pass along an exceptional end product to your patient!

 
Presenter: Dr. Greg Gillespie
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Home Study) Release Date: 8/25/2010

Today we are inundated with options for cementation materials. How do we choose the proper cement for each situation? Dr. Gillespie brings you a current review of everything from resin modified glass ionomers and total etch/dual cure systems, to the latest in self-etching cements.

Highlights include cementation review and tips from implants to anteriors, zirconia to posteriors. A solid understanding of when to use each cement will lead to a clear understanding to predictable cementation throughout the mouth.

Part 2: A Science-based Protocol for Direct and Indirect Restorations that will End Post-Operative Sensitivity In Your Practice for Good!
Presenter: Dr. Jeffrey Blank, D.M.D.

CE Credits: 1 CEU (Home Study) Release Date: 7/27/2010

Reliably bonding direct and indirect restorations to both enamel and dentin is the single most important scientific discipline in modern dentistry. Over the past 18 years, adhesion has increased in effectiveness and predictability, but in turn has become complex and confusing. This CE presentation will address proper product selection, proper use of products and the variables that control the post-operative outcome.


Predictable and Efficient Temporization
Presenter: Dr. John Flucke, DDS

CE Credits: 1 CEU (Home Study) Release Date: 7/22/2010

Dr. John Flucke will demonstrate how to efficiently fabricate predictable, esthetic provisional restorations. This course will discuss the purpose of temporaries along with outline the various techniques used for preoperative impression taking, provisional fabrication, polishing and glazing, and cementation techniques.



A Science-based Protocol for Direct and Indirect Restorations that will End Post-Operative Sensitivity In Your Practice for Good!

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

CE Credits: 1 CEU (Home Study) Release Date: 5/27/2010

Reliably bonding direct and indirect restorations to both enamel and dentin is the single most important scientific discipline in modern dentistry. Over the past 18 years, adhesion has increased in effectiveness and predictability, but in turn has become complex and confusing. This CE presentation will address proper product selection, proper use of products and the variables that control the post-operative outcome.


Prepping for Success; Incorporating Veneers, Cosmetics and More into your Practice
Presenter: Dr. Ara Nazarian, D.D.S.

CE Credits: 1 CEU (Home Study) Release Date: 4/15/2010

The advent of the resin cements has given general dentists a less costly, and rapid way of solving many of the difficult problems that arise with crown and veneer cementation. This course will enable dental providers the skills to build their general practices by incorporating services like veneers, whitening, cosmetics and more!


Understanding and improving cementation in the restorative aspects of our practice
Presenter: Dr. Gregori Kurtzman, D.D.S.

CE Credits: 1 CEU (Home Study) Release Date: 3/15/2010

Cementation is an integral part of restorative dentistry, encompassing both provisional and final restorations and an integral part of restoration of the Endodontic tooth. We will discuss the How, When and Why of cement selection and usage for all restorative applications from posts, to provisional restorations through luting final fixed prosthetics. Dr. Kurtzman will offer tips on simplifying these aspects of your practice while improving the quality of restorative care being provided to your patients.

Controlling Restorative Costs by Utilizing Materials that Make Direct Anterior and Posterior Composites Fast, Efficient and Sensitivity Free

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

CE Credits: 1 CEU (Home Study) Release Date: 3/5/2010

In these tough economic times, dentists are forced to find more efficient, cost-effective methods of restoring and enhancing teeth. This presentation will demonstrate clinical techniques and innovative new materials that expedite posterior Class I, II and V composites as well as illustrate a simplified direct veneer layering technique that yields amazing esthetics in minutes, not hours! Step-by-step clinical protocols will be shown and issues such as minimizing polymerization shrinkage and post operative sensitivity will be highlighted.


24 January 2011

Current Concepts for Dentin Hypersensitivity

On Demand webinar compliments of:

Current Concepts for Dentin Hypersensitivity – Clinical Strategies for Prevention and Treatment


Presenter: Cindy Sensabaugh, RDH, BS CE Credits: 1 Release Date: 11/4/2010

Among many of the challenges faced by oral health professionals, the challenge of making their patients’ dentitions last a lifetime – with comfort has moved to the forefront. Dentin hypersensitivity is an enigma that is affecting our population in greater numbers and at younger ages.

This course reviews the theories of dentin hypersensitivity, its causes and its contributing factors. Emphasis is placed on patient assessment, planning for treatment and prevention, the development of individualized self –care instruction, understanding the application of in-office, at-home and combination therapies and evaluating clinical outcomes. Learn to provide your patients with more successful treatment outcomes.

Sponsored by Dentsply

To take this course click here.

20 January 2011

Innovation in Composite Bonding

TranZitional vs. Traditional: Innovation in Composite Bonding


Presenter: Dr. Corky Willhite

CE Credits: 1 CEU (Home Study)

Release Date: 8/31/2010

Traditional dentistry is often unaffordable to many patients that need esthetic and functional improvements. Today’s composites are able to successfully restore many of these patients—for lower cost and with less tooth reduction—while still being very profitable for the practice. This course is very different than other resin courses, it’s NOT about layering composite for “ultimate” esthetics, but will cover a new option to help many patients. A predictable technique to achieve improved esthetics will be covered, yet the focus of the course is how to build functional, long-lasting composite restorations—even for non-compliant patients.

Learning Objectives:


· Learn a practical technique to build anterior guidance with composite—even for severe wear cases and non-compliant bruxers

· When and how to open Vertical Dimension to aid in restoring tough cases—it’s easier than you may think

· How to make a margin “invisible” when it is in plain sight—and other pearls for natural esthetics

· Learn how to prevent future tooth wear in even young bruxers without a nighttime appliance

· Understand the requirements that allow composite restorations to last and why porcelain isn’t always the best option

18 January 2011

Dental Radiation Safety

Dental Radiation Safety - on demand webinar


Presenter: Doreen Smeltzer
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Home Study)
Release Date: 9/30/2010

Upon completion of this webinar the participant shall be able to:

-- Identify safety concerns and protocol for dental radiology equipment

-- List safe operator practices to be utilized in the dental office

-- Review factors that contribute to radiation safety to include: total dose, dose rate, amount of tissue irradiated, cell sensitivity, and relationships to age

--Identify radiation safety applications for the patient to include: exposure factors, film holding device, exposure techniques, and film handling techniques

To earn CE credit and qualify for the related promotion you must pass the CE exam.
 
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