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An avenue for dental professionals to access links to a variety of free dental continuing education programs from various venues. New programs/opportunities will be added weekly. Please let us know if you find a link is no longer active or a course has been discontinued so that we can keep the list current. We also welcome your submissions.
01 November 2012
24 October 2012
Integrating Oral Cancer Screening and Technologies into Your Practice
Presenter: Scott D. Benjamin, DDS
Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC
Commercial Supporter: DentalEZ
Cost: $0
CDE Credits: 2 Self-Study
Dr. Benjamin's lecture reviews the clinical warning signs associated with potentially malignant lesions, discusses the latest oral cancer statistics, and describes the benefits of providing oral cancer screening for patients. Potential liabilities for healthcare providers and the effective implementation of appropriate advanced diagnostic techniques are also discussed.
View the webinar: click here
Take the quiz: click here
18 October 2012
CBCT for everyone
Nov 7 webinar
Aims:
To introduce the viewer to the concept of cone beam CT and its uses in dentistry. To highlight the developing technology in CBCT scanning.
Learning Outcomes:
Following the webinar, viewers should:
• Understand that basic principle of cone beam CT
• Understand the doses involved in the examination using CBCT
• Understand many of the indications in dentistry where CBCT is beneficial
• Consider case studies where CBCT has been used in dental practice to the benefit of the patient
• Have an overall understanding that, as a future technology, CBCT provides huge benefits both to clinicians and patients and will become a routine treatment of choice in dentistry in the United Kingdom.
to Register click here
Speaker(s): Colin Campbell
Carestream Dental & Smile-on Ltd
Aims:
To introduce the viewer to the concept of cone beam CT and its uses in dentistry. To highlight the developing technology in CBCT scanning.
Learning Outcomes:
Following the webinar, viewers should:
• Understand that basic principle of cone beam CT
• Understand the doses involved in the examination using CBCT
• Understand many of the indications in dentistry where CBCT is beneficial
• Consider case studies where CBCT has been used in dental practice to the benefit of the patient
• Have an overall understanding that, as a future technology, CBCT provides huge benefits both to clinicians and patients and will become a routine treatment of choice in dentistry in the United Kingdom.
to Register click here
Rubber-dam Techniques
Wednesday 14th November 2012 at 7:30pm
A chance to discover everything you needed to know about rubber dam, but were afraid to ask! Ian will guide you through tips and tricks to make using rubber dam easy.Presented by Ian Cline & Dentsply Academy
Click here to register
19 September 2012
CAMBRA Strategies
FREE: CAMBRA Strategies - Successful Integration into Your Practice
Upcoming Live CE Webinar
Presenter: Mark Kleive, D.D.S.
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
While CAMBRA has sound research to support its use, many general dental practices struggle to incorporate an efficient system in their offices. This CE webinar will highlight some simple communication methods that can be utilized by any team member in the office to support successful CAMBRA use.
Visit http://vivalearning.com/ for a complete schedule of free dental CE webinars.
Upcoming Live CE Webinar
Presenter: Mark Kleive, D.D.S.
Thu | 9/20/12 | 8:00 PM ET 5:00 PM PT |
Fri | 9/21/12 | 0:00 AM UTC |
While CAMBRA has sound research to support its use, many general dental practices struggle to incorporate an efficient system in their offices. This CE webinar will highlight some simple communication methods that can be utilized by any team member in the office to support successful CAMBRA use.
Visit http://vivalearning.com/ for a complete schedule of free dental CE webinars.
14 September 2012
Dental Influencers
Join dental coach Kristine Hodsdon, for her first ever, FREE 10-day virtual event:
Dental Influencers Empowerment Series 2012
Kristine is asking over 12 experts to share their best strategies for SUCCESS and EMPOWERMENT
It all starts on Wed Sept 18th
Sign up at no-cost here. http://ht.ly/dJ79o
Dental Influencers Empowerment Series 2012
Kristine is asking over 12 experts to share their best strategies for SUCCESS and EMPOWERMENT
It all starts on Wed Sept 18th
Sign up at no-cost here. http://ht.ly/dJ79o
02 September 2012
25 Top Clinical Tips in Dentistry
25 Top Clinical Tips in Dentistry
An unmissable webinar by leading cosmetic dentist Ashish B Parmar who will share some fantastic clinical tips to help you provide a higher standard of dentistry in general practice.
Ash has been mentored by some of the best clinical dentists in the world and has a wealth of experience in Smile Makeovers and advanced restorative dentistry.
Please have a look at his informative practice website www.smiledesignbyash.co.uk and also his teaching academy website www.theacademybyash.co.uk to get an insight in to what Ash has to offer.
To register http://www.dentalwebinars.co.uk/upcoming.php?mode=webinar_detail&id=100
An unmissable webinar by leading cosmetic dentist Ashish B Parmar who will share some fantastic clinical tips to help you provide a higher standard of dentistry in general practice.
Ash has been mentored by some of the best clinical dentists in the world and has a wealth of experience in Smile Makeovers and advanced restorative dentistry.
Please have a look at his informative practice website www.smiledesignbyash.co.uk and also his teaching academy website www.theacademybyash.co.uk to get an insight in to what Ash has to offer.
To register http://www.dentalwebinars.co.uk/upcoming.php?mode=webinar_detail&id=100
A paradigm shift in implant dentistry – direct soft tissue attachment
01 July 2012
Leading your team through change
"LEADING YOUR TEAM THROUGH CHANGE"
FREE webinar Featuring
Cathy Jameson
Tuesday, July 17th | 12:00pm CST
29 May 2012
Secrets of a Pediatric Dentist
Secrets of a Pediatric Dentist
Presenter: Dr. Scott Dillingham CE Credits: 1 CEU
This 45 minute webinar is an excerpt from Dr. Dillingham's Full Day clinically oriented course of the same title. It will specifically focus on traditional and nontraditional uses of glass ionomers (hence the term 'Dental Duct Tape').
This course is designed for ALL DOCTORS but especially those that treat children. Indications and contraindications of glass ionomer restorative materials will be reviewed and how these unique materials can be used to solve restorative and orthodontic challenges in clinical practice.
To earn CE credit and qualify for the related promotion you must pass the CE exam. You will need to register at the site to participate, but it's free and provides valuable resources
Register here
Presenter: Dr. Scott Dillingham CE Credits: 1 CEU
This 45 minute webinar is an excerpt from Dr. Dillingham's Full Day clinically oriented course of the same title. It will specifically focus on traditional and nontraditional uses of glass ionomers (hence the term 'Dental Duct Tape').
This course is designed for ALL DOCTORS but especially those that treat children. Indications and contraindications of glass ionomer restorative materials will be reviewed and how these unique materials can be used to solve restorative and orthodontic challenges in clinical practice.
To earn CE credit and qualify for the related promotion you must pass the CE exam. You will need to register at the site to participate, but it's free and provides valuable resources
Register here
Maximally Productive Dental Hygiene Department
Minimally Invasive Recommendations for a Maximally Productive Dental Hygiene Department
Tuesday: Live CE Webinar
Presenter: Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, D.M.D.
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
This CE webinar will provide an approach for implementing CAMBRA into the private practice. This easy-to-implement approach will detail the caries risk factors and how they play a role in the disease process, who implements CAMBRA, documentation in an electronic patient record, strategies for risk management and potential profits for a private dental practice.
Don't miss this free webinar
Tuesday: Live CE Webinar
Presenter: Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, D.M.D.
Tue | 5/29/12 | 7:00 PM ET 4:00 PM PT | |||
Tue | 5/29/12 | 11:00 PM UTC |
This CE webinar will provide an approach for implementing CAMBRA into the private practice. This easy-to-implement approach will detail the caries risk factors and how they play a role in the disease process, who implements CAMBRA, documentation in an electronic patient record, strategies for risk management and potential profits for a private dental practice.
Don't miss this free webinar
Dentin Hypersensitivity
Dentin Hypersensitivity - Recommendations for the Management of a Common Oral Health Problem
Thursday, May 31, 2012 11:00 AM (EST)
Dentin Hypersensitivity (DHS) is a common global oral health problem affecting many individuals. In recent years, awareness has grown among dental professionals that Dentin Hypersensitivity is an increasingly important issue that needs to be carefully addressed both from a diagnostics and management perspective.
Participants will learn:
Dr. David Bartlett, Professor of Prosthodontics, BDS, MRD, PhD,FDSRCS,
Sponsor: colgate Oral Health NetworkThursday, May 31, 2012 11:00 AM (EST)
Dentin Hypersensitivity (DHS) is a common global oral health problem affecting many individuals. In recent years, awareness has grown among dental professionals that Dentin Hypersensitivity is an increasingly important issue that needs to be carefully addressed both from a diagnostics and management perspective.
Participants will learn:
- To understand the importance of screening patients regularly for dentine hypersensitivity.
- To understand that proper inquiry and clinical examination is crucial for right diagnose.
- To understand that identification and treatment of underlying factors is a prerequisite to successfully control further pain and treat dentin hypersensitivity.
- To understand strategies and new approaches to the management of dentine hypersensitivity, encompassing the control of the underlying condition as well as management of the pain.
24 May 2012
Pearls in Dental Therapeutics
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Earn 1 FREE C.E. Credit
When patients ask “What products should I use for better oral health?”, dental practitioners should be able to provide evidence based answers! This course is designed to help dental practitioners update their patients with information on the latest therapeutic, non-prescription oral healthcare products as well as prescribed products. This program will also review periodontal considerations for implants.
Learning objectives:
- To understand the role of mouthrinses, dentifrices and oral care products in patient therapy;
- To understand periodontal considerations for implants;
- To understand the role of antimicrobial agents as adjuncts to periodontal therapy.
09 April 2012
Accurate Diagnosis, Individualized Therapy
FREE CariFree Webinar: CariFree CTx: Accurate Diagnosis, Individualized Therapy
REGISTER HERE
REGISTER HERE
Date and time: | Tuesday, April 17, 2012 5:30 pm Pacific Daylight Time (San Francisco, GMT-07:00) Change time zone | ||||
Duration: | 1 hour | ||||
Description: | Introducing CariFree CTx, accurate diagnosis and individualized treatment |
07 April 2012
The Art of Preparation and Cementation
Upcoming Live CE Webinar
Presenter: Dr. Lou Graham, D.D.S.
Mon | 4/9/12 | 7:00 PM ET 4:00 PM PT |
Mon | 4/9/12 | 11:00 PM UTC |
Reserve Your Seat Now » register here
With the myriad of dental ceramics on the market today, we are often faced with so many options on techniques for preparation and cementation. This course is all about the simplification of crown and bridge techniques for the anterior and posterior. Whether e.max, metal or the latest all zirconia crowns, this course will guide you through practical concepts to enhancing your long-term outcomes. Technology continues to bring us new products that have been well researched and can be easily implemented into your practice the very next day.
Parkinson's Disease and Professional Dental Care
What Do You Know About The "Movers and Shakers" in Your Chair?
Tuesday, April 10, 2012 in conjunction with Career Fusion
Webinar Registration
What if, within your practice, you notice a patient of long standing could no longer show sadness, disappointment, happiness or joy on their face? Do you just assume they are having a bad day? What if, you noticed a change with their penmanship? Do you brush it off as “aging?” They may be suffering with Parkinson's Disease.Did you know that 4 to 6 million people suffer with Parkinson’s disease and no two are alike? Are you aware that Parkinson’s disease is a degenerative disorder that is associated with the loss of brain cells that produce the chemical dopamine?
The dental profession is behind with its perception of Parkinson Disease. So please join Carla Gantz, RDH as she share some insights about Parkinson Disease and discusses oral hygiene products as a hygienist and from a Parkinson’s patient viewpoint.
Learning Objectives
Attendees will:
1. Learn what Parkinson’s Disease is
2. Learn 10 early warning signs of Parkinson’s Disease
3. Learn the “cardinal” symptoms
4. Learn the medications used for Parkinson's Disease
5. Learn what products work for maintaining good oral health
Register - click here
Carla Gantz, RDH
Carla Gantz is currently a registered dental hygienist, webinar presenter, HygieneFusion Consultant, writer and speaker. She started her career in dentistry as a dental assistant and it was here where she found her passion about her profession and interacting with patients. Carla can identify with this topic, since being diagnose with Parkinson’s disease in 2006.
29 March 2012
Dental Practice Management Webinars
The following online classes are available for viewing via Sally McKenzie Dental Practice Management. You can view the classes without logging in, however, if you decide to take the exam for CE credit, you will be prompted to log in. If you don't have an account, you can create one for FREE. Creating an online training account is fast and easy.
Unlocking Your Production Potential Presenter: Sally McKenzie CE Credits: 1 CEU (Home Study) | Release Date: 3/7/12 | |
This CE webinar takes a close look at systems that harbor dormant production, patient retention and hygiene. Learn how to uncover thousands of dollars in missed revenue opportunity and obstacles that prevent you from achieving your true potential. Watch this webinar and learn how to increase your production today! | ||
Practice Profit Killer – High Overhead Presenter: Sally McKenzie CE Credits: 1 CEU (Home Study) | Release Date: 2/9/12 | |
Watch this CE webinar and learn the industry guidelines for healthy overhead and the #1 category that causes most doctors not to be as profitable – Payroll. Learn how to determine how many employees you need, productive job descriptions as well as how much of a raise you can afford. | ||
Practice Profit Killer – Collections Presenter: Sally McKenzie CE Credits: 1 CEU (Home Study) | Release Date: 1/12/12 | |
Watch this CE webinar and learn how to get patients to pay through: collecting at the time of service; financial arrangements and policies; billing statements; insurance procedures; and handling delinquent accounts! Improve your cash flow now! Don’t miss this online presentation. | ||
Broken Appointments: Causes and Remedies Presenter: Sally McKenzie CE Credits: 0.5 CEU (Home Study) | Release Date: 11/14/11 | |
This module, part 2 of this series, will help guide you in establishing a system for your practice to handle broken appointments. Sally's recommendations are invaluable in helping you handle broken appointments and most important -- preventing them before they happen! |
25 March 2012
Xylitol Webinar
CareerFusion Partner Webinar - Spry with Carolyn Alonardo
Have you heard about xylitol and still do not know enough about it to recommend it or use it effectively? Do you want to help patients reduce their decay rate or eliminate it completely? Do you or someone you know have upper respiratory issues, allergies, and or ear infections? Finally, get the facts on the benefits of xylitol by joining our webinar.
- Understand the benefits and effectiveness of xylitol.
- Identify and relate how xylitol can reduce caries; relieve allergies and ear infections and much more.
- Easily implement the benefits of xylitol based products into your daily life and those of your patients.
CareerFusion Member Carloyn Alonardo, RDH
Do you want to learn to put your knowledge to use on a Webinar? Become a member of CareerFusion and let's get started putting you on the fact track to your career goals.
Register for CareerFusion at www.careerfusion.net or visit the other archived webinars.
Title: | CareerFusion Partner Webinar - Spry |
Date: | Saturday March 31, 2012 |
Time: | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Central Time |
Reserve your Webinar seat now at
https://www2.gotomeeting.com/
19 January 2012
Making Accurate Impressions - Success Lies in the Details
Upcoming Live CE Webinar
Presenter: Dr. Frank Milnar
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
This CE webinar gives a step by step approach to achieve accurate impressions with its multiple interrelated steps to insure clinical success. The chemistry of different impression materials will be discussed, including a new VPES (EXA'lence) from GC America, Inc.
Visit http://vivalearning.com/ for a complete schedule of free dental CE webinars.
Presenter: Dr. Frank Milnar
Thu | 2/2/12 | 7:00 PM ET 4:00 PM PT |
Fri | 2/3/12 | 0:00 AM UTC |
This CE webinar gives a step by step approach to achieve accurate impressions with its multiple interrelated steps to insure clinical success. The chemistry of different impression materials will be discussed, including a new VPES (EXA'lence) from GC America, Inc.
Visit http://vivalearning.com/ for a complete schedule of free dental CE webinars.
12 January 2012
Integrating Oral Cancer Screening & Technologies
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09 January 2012
Dental Radiation Safety
Dental Radiation Safety Presenter: Doreen Smeltzer
Sponsor: DENTSPLY
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
Sign Up Now » (No charge for this on-demand webinar)
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
Sponsor: DENTSPLY
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
Sign Up Now » (No charge for this on-demand webinar)
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
02 January 2012
The Case for Green Dentistry
The Case for Green Dentistry
Presenter: Mrs. Ina Pockrass
Sponsor: DentalEZ®
Released: 3/10/11
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) Sign Up Now »
(No charge for this on-demand webinar)
Dentists are challenged to differentiate themselves in the marketplace and to attract quality new patients. Meanwhile, a growing consumer base seeks out wellness and eco-friendly businesses, but struggle to find dental offices that share their values. While the typical dental office contributes significantly to waste and pollution, there is something we can do about our profession’s contribution to environmental degradation – and many practices are already greener than they think they are!
The Case for Green Dentistry introduces practitioners to the basics of eco-friendly dental practice. By incorporating greener methods in the areas of administration and marketing, office design and construction, and dental processes and procedures, dental practitioners can differentiate themselves and serve a growing population of patients who seek out green products and services. Learn how eco-friendly dentistry benefits the planet, patient, and the bottom line.
Presenter: Mrs. Ina Pockrass
Sponsor: DentalEZ®
Released: 3/10/11
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) Sign Up Now »
(No charge for this on-demand webinar)
Dentists are challenged to differentiate themselves in the marketplace and to attract quality new patients. Meanwhile, a growing consumer base seeks out wellness and eco-friendly businesses, but struggle to find dental offices that share their values. While the typical dental office contributes significantly to waste and pollution, there is something we can do about our profession’s contribution to environmental degradation – and many practices are already greener than they think they are!
The Case for Green Dentistry introduces practitioners to the basics of eco-friendly dental practice. By incorporating greener methods in the areas of administration and marketing, office design and construction, and dental processes and procedures, dental practitioners can differentiate themselves and serve a growing population of patients who seek out green products and services. Learn how eco-friendly dentistry benefits the planet, patient, and the bottom line.
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