Viva Learning CE offerings for November

vivalearning.com This Week: 9 Top Speakers (9 Interactive CEUs)

Upcoming Live CE Webinars  Enjoy 9 Top Viva Speakers this Week!Scroll down to see this week's line-up: -- No charge for Viva webinars -- Earn CEU (Live Interactive Credits) -- Learn from the comfort of your home -- Approved ADA CERP Provider -- Seats are limited Support our free webinars! Recommend Viva Learning to your colleagues. Thanks and enjoy your Thanksgiving Holiday! Visit http://vivalearning.com/ for a complete schedule of free dental CE webinars.  Guidebook for Treating Baby BoomersMonday: Live CE Webinar Presenter: Patti DiGangi, RDH, BS Mon  11/17/14  7:00 PM ET  4:00 PM PT Tue  11/18/14  0:00 AM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU  Starting January 1, 2011, ten-thousand (10,000) people turn age 65. This will continue every single day until the year 2030. This CE webinar will help practitioners position their practice with highly effective, customizable services to prepare for the new mature marketplace. Reserve Your Seat Now     (no charge for this webinar) Visit http://vivalearning.com/ for a complete schedule of free dental CE webinars.  Bioburden in TipsTuesday: Live CE Webinar Presenter: Nancy Andrews, RDH Tue  11/18/14  7:00 PM ET  4:00 PM PT Wed  11/19/14  0:00 AM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU  Dental handpieces attached to hoses, including air-water syringe tips, utilize water and air that must be started and stopped repeatedly. The dynamics of that process may result in retraction of debris and pathogens, known as bio-burden, back into the handpieces. This CE webinar explores the reasons for this and solutions to the problem. Learn reasonable ways to manage the contamination of dental equipment. Reserve Your Seat Now     (no charge for this webinar) Visit http://vivalearning.com/ for a complete schedule of free dental CE webinars.  Improve Your Profitability with Comfortable DentistryTuesday: Live CE Webinar Presenter: Dr. George Freedman Tue  11/18/14  8:15 PM ET  5:15 PM PT Wed  11/19/14  1:15 AM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU  Upon completion of this CE webinar, the student will learn 1. about patient-friendly Comfortable Cavity Preparation systems 2. the best minimally invasive restorative materials and techniques 3. how to leverage Comfortable Cavity Preparation into increased referrals Reserve Your Seat Now     (no charge for this webinar) Visit http://vivalearning.com/ for a complete schedule of free dental CE webinars.  Procedural Errors in Endo - How to Avoid and Manage ThemWednesday: Live CE Webinar Presenter: Dr. Carol Tait Wed  11/19/14  2:30 PM ET  11:30 AM PT Wed  11/19/14  7:30 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CPD  This CPD webinar will cover an in-depth look at the complications that can arise during endodontic treatment from the initial consultation to the various stages of treatment. Access cavity design, canal morphology, ledges, blockages, transportation, fractured instruments, irrigation, control of working length, perforations, root fractures, coronal seal and emergencies will all be addressed with advice on how to avoid complications as well as management when they occur. Reserve Your Seat Now     (no charge for this webinar) Visit http://vivalearning.com/ for a complete schedule of free dental CE webinars.  Emerging Disease: Fact vs. Myth - A Live Q&A with Dr. Molinari, Director of Infection Control, THE DENTAL ADVISORWednesday: Live CE Webinar Presenter: Dr. John Molinari and Peri Nelson Wed  11/19/14  4:00 PM ET  1:00 PM PT Wed  11/19/14  9:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU  The emphasis of the course will be on educating professionals on proper Infection Control Guidelines. Education and practice will reduce panic associated with misinformation. This brief CE webinar and live Q&A session will serve dental professionals worldwide in practicing proper infection control methods. Reserve Your Seat Now     (no charge for this webinar) Visit http://vivalearning.com/ for a complete schedule of free dental CE webinars.  Bone Grafting for the Dental SurgeonWednesday: Live CE Webinar Presenter: Joel Henriod, D.M.D., M.H.S. Wed  11/19/14  7:00 PM ET  4:00 PM PT Thu  11/20/14  0:00 AM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU  In this CE webinar, we'll explore the evolution towards active biologic materials and growth factors in addition to conventional membranes and bone materials. Flap design, membrane choices, bone choices, and active biologic materials like PRF, PRGF, PDGF, and BMP-2 will be shown. Reserve Your Seat Now     (no charge for this webinar) Visit http://vivalearning.com/ for a complete schedule of free dental CE webinars.  Simplified Esthetic Temporization for Implants and Crown and BridgeWednesday: Live CE Webinar Presenter: Dr. Ron Kaminer Wed  11/19/14  8:30 PM ET  5:30 PM PT Thu  11/20/14  1:30 AM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU  Using current materials and advanced adhesive techniques, this CE webinar will explore a variety of temporization options for complex implant and fixed prosthetic situations. Upon completion of this CE webinar, the student will have a complete understanding of universal adhesives, resin fiber, and bisacryl materials and their specific uses in esthetic interim restorations. Reserve Your Seat Now     (no charge for this webinar) Visit http://vivalearning.com/ for a complete schedule of free dental CE webinars.  The Advancing Technology in Dental DiagnosticsThursday: Live CE Webinar Presenter: Dr. Ron Kaminer Thu  11/20/14  7:00 PM ET  4:00 PM PT Fri  11/21/14  0:00 AM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU  During this CE webinar we will discuss why digital x-ray technology is essential in every office and how this technology along with state of the art caries detection leads to outstanding predictable results every time. Finally, we will also cover how to integrate all this technology in an ergonomic fashion in every Dental practice. Reserve Your Seat Now     (no charge for this webinar) Visit http://vivalearning.com/ for a complete schedule of free dental CE webinars.  Clear Aligner Digital Workflow for DentistryThursday: Live CE Webinar Presenter: Dr. John F. Weston Thu  11/20/14  8:15 PM ET  5:15 PM PT Fri  11/21/14  1:15 AM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU  This CE webinar will focus on how to use digital impression technology to get an accurate impression every time as well as how to take that information and access a totally new "trusted" digital workflow for aligner fabrication. Reserve Your Seat Now     (no charge for this webinar) Visit http://vivalearning.com/ for a complete schedule of free dental CE webinars.

Lasers in Perio

'Lasers in Perio' clinical webinar is now available on-demand

One of Dental Products Report's most popular dental webinars of the year is now available on-demand, so you can watch it on your schedule, not ours.   How to expand your practice using a laser to manage your periodontal patients With: Samuel B. Low, D.D.S., M.S., M.Ed In the webinar, Dr. Low presents: Anecdotal and scientific resources on crown lengthening procedures and managing periodontitis and periimplantitis, explained for practical application. Case reports demonstrating success, along with clear protocols for managing periodontitis. How to integrate lasers into your workflow and use them to increase patient satisfaction. This special webinar will be available only for a short time, so don't delay.

	THURSDAY, JUNE 12, 12 p.m. CST Instrument reprocessing is essential to providing safe care and protecting patients and dental healthcare workers. Maintaining a proper sterilization protocol is key to providing quality care. In this complimentary webinar, speaker Mary Govoni will focus on proper sterilization protocols for the dental office by identifying instrument reprocessing pitfalls and reviewing the proper CDC Guidelines for sterilization. >> Register Now Attend as a team! This program will assist dental teams to fulfill their requirement for OSHA-required annual infection control training updates. After the webinar, work with your team to develop an action plan to confirm CDC guideline compliance and implement best practices. REGISTER FOR THIS LIVE WEBINAR TO LEARN HOW TO: Evaluate current protocols for areas of improvement. Understand the importance of proper cleaning, rinsing and drying in the sterilization process. Understand CDC Guidelines for sterilization monitoring and the difference between types of monitors, including biological monitors. Apply lessons learned in instrument reprocessing to individual processing protocols. FEATURED SPEAKER: Mary Govoni, as a Certified Dental Assistant, a Registered Dental Assistant (MI) and a Registered Dental Hygienist, brings over 40 years of experience in dentistry to the team. For the past 20 years, she has focused on speaking and consulting with dental teams on infection prevention, OSHA compliance, HIPAA compliance and employment law compliance, ergonomics, chairside efficiency and team communication and development. Mary has published numerous articles in professional journals.

Stainless Steel Crowns - Indications & Techniques

	WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4, 7p.m. CST This webinar is designed for the practitioner who seeks to learn more about the ideas and recommendations to help identify the need for stainless steel crowns in primary molars and support more predictable clinical outcomes by following the step-by-step approach presented by Dr. Joel H. Berg, DDS, MS. >> Register REGISTER TODAY FOR THE LIVE WEBINAR AND LEARN HOW TO: Identify the need for stainless-steel crowns in primary molars Describe the steps to prepare the tooth for a stainless steel crown Describe how to fit, contour and cement a stainless steel crown onto a primary molar FEATURED SPEAKER: A board-certified pediatric dentist and Past President of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Berg is Dean of the University of Washington School of Dentistry in Seattle, a Professor in the UW Department of Pediatric Dentistry, and previous Chair of Pediatric Dentistry at UW from 2003-2012. Dr. Berg co-edited the text book Early Childhood Oral Health and authored over 100 manuscripts, abstracts, and book chapters on a variety of pediatric dentistry topics.       1 LIVE CE Credit When: Wednesday, June 4, 2014 Time: 8 p.m. EST 7 p.m. CST 5 p.m. PST Speaker: Dr. Joel H. Berg, DDS, MS

Snap-on Smile

Understanding the Clinical Applications of a Snap-On Appliance

Presenter: Terri Alani, DDS

Webinar on demand - click here to register
Commercial Supporter: DenMat

Whitening: Tips and Tricks to Make Your Practice Shine

Whitening: Tips and Tricks to Make Your Practice Shine

Presenter: Ronald Perry, DMD
May 7, 2014, 7 pm EST

Learning Objectives

Dr. Perry's lecture will discuss:

• Review the clinical scenarios for tooth whitening procedures
• Discuss the various modalities for delivery of whitening treatments
• Describe ways to maximize the value of whitening services for your patients and practice

 CERP & PACE recognized

To Register click here

Commercial Supporter:
Heraeus Kulzer

Material Updates and Technique Tips to Make Your Best Better

	Bonding Excellence - Material Updates and Technique Tips to Make Your Best Better Wednesday: Live CE Webinar Presenter: Sam Simos, D.D.S. Wed  5/7/14  7:00 PM ET  4:00 PM PT Wed  5/7/14  11:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU
During this CE webinar, the student will review: Taking a fresh look at the bonding protocol Bonding agents Luting cements Understanding direct and indirect materials so you can select a bonding protocol that is suited to the clinical situation. Reserve Your Seat Now     (no charge for this webinar)

Incorporating Minimally Invasive Techniques into your Office Treatment Protocols

Upcoming Live CE Webinars

	Less is More - Incorporating Minimally Invasive Techniques into your Office Treatment Protocols Wednesday: Live CE Webinar Presenter: Dr. Daniel Ward, D.D.S. Wed  4/16/14  7:00 PM ET  4:00 PM PT Wed  4/16/14  11:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU
It has long been said that "Dentistry begets Dentistry." In other words the more treatment you do, the more treatment you will need to do in the future. This CE webinar will acquaint you with conservative and minimally invasive techniques to treat your patients. Reserve Your Seat Now     (no charge for this webinar)

Hearing the Silent Cry for Help

Tuesday: Live CE Webinar
Presenter: Linda Blackiston, RDH, BS

Hearing the Silent Cry for Help Tue  4/22/14  7:00 PM ET  4:00 PM PT Tue  4/22/14  11:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU

Dental professionals are in a front-line capacity to prevent serious mental and physical consequences...perhaps even save a person's life. This CE webinar will highlight some of the key warning signs of abuse, neglect, maltreatment and human trafficking. Resources will be given for the most appropriate avenues for aiding these individuals. Reserve Your Seat Now     (no charge for this webinar) Visit http://vivalearning.com/ for a complete schedule of free dental CE webinars.

Cross Contaimination from Dental Bib Clips

 

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Strategic Philanthropy: Giving Back and Gaining Patients

Strategic Philanthropy: Giving Back and Gaining Patients Friday: Live CE Webinar Presenter: Dr. Lisa Alvetro Fri  1/31/14  12:00 PM ET  9:00 AM PT Fri  1/31/14  5:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU

Part of the Alvetro Practice Management Series In this practice marketing webinar Dr. Lisa Alvetro shares how her devotion to philanthropy has enhanced her community while building her practice. Learn how using community service to strategically build brand recognition can make a difference - to your community and your bottom line. Reserve Your Seat Now

101 Uses For Flowable Composites

101 Uses For Flowable Composites Thursday: Live CE Webinar Presenter: Michael Morgan, D.D.S. Thu  1/30/14  8:00 PM ET  5:00 PM PT Fri  1/31/14  1:00 AM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU

Flowable composite resins have a multitude of uses in general restorative dentistry. Their low viscosity and ability to be placed in very small and precise increments makes them the ideal restorative material in many instances. This presentation will provide clinicians with the knowledge and skills to comfortably and predictably use flowable composites in many treatment modalities. Subjects discussed will include sealants, Class I, II and V direct resin restorations, indirect restoration block-out, provisionalization, mockups, occlusion and repairs/renewals. Reserve Your Seat Now

Bruxism and the Sleep Apnea Connection

Bruxism and the Sleep Apnea Connection Wednesday: Live CE Webinar Presenter: Dr. Jamison Spencer Wed  1/29/14  8:15 PM ET  5:15 PM PT Thu  1/30/14  1:15 AM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU
In this CE webinar Dr. Spencer takes the audience on an evidence based journey, and makes a strong case that the so called "parafunction" that wreaks havoc on our patient's teeth and on our best restorations is actually "protective" in nature. With the case made that clenching and grinding is often the brain's way to protect itself from suffocation, the lecture will then focus on how to protect the patient, protect their teeth, protect their restorations and protect the dentist's practice.