Pit & Fissure Sealants

Pit & Fissure Sealants


Mary Ann Haisch, RDH, MS
Continuing Education Units: 2 hours Sponsored by Crest/OralB
Intended Audience: Hygienists, Dental Assistants

This course presents an overview of dental pit and fissure sealants as a safe and effective way to prevent dental caries. The course starts with a brief look at the history of dental sealants followed by the current rationale for their use. Frequently asked questions about sealants are addressed along with the presentation of guidelines for sealant use. Information about materials currently used for sealants is presented along with general instructions for the successful placement of sealants. The use of sealants in public health programs is also addressed.

You will need to register on the site to take the course, but it's Free. When you complete a continuing education course on the Dental Resource.Net, a form will come up that requests your name, address, etc. If you are a member of the AGD, make sure to fill out the field that asks for your AGD membership number (if you are not an AGD member, leave blank). When you hit submit, a copy of the "proof of completion" is e-mailed directly to the AGD and P&G. For your records, make sure to print a copy of the "proof of completion" certificate.

Practical Panoramic Radiography

Practical Panoramic Radiography

William C. Scarfe, BDS, FRACDS; Gail F. Williamson, RDH, MS

Continuing Education Units: 3 hours
Intended Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Dental Assistants
Provided by Crest/OralB

The primary focus of this course is to broaden awareness of panoramic radiographic technique, error recognition and error correction.

Upon the completion of this course, the dental professional will be able to:
Recognize the selection criteria and the indications for panoramic imaging.
Compare and contrast panoramic and intraoral imaging.
Outline the advantages and limitations of panoramic radiography.
Discuss the principles and use of intensifying screens in panoramic radiography.
Describe the concepts involved in panoramic image formation.
Outline the procedures required for correct machine and patient preparation, patient positioning and panoramic unit operation.
Discuss the procedures involved in film handling, cassette loading and film processing.
Identify and propose corrective action for common panoramic imaging errors.
Demonstrate ability to recognize and correct common errors via a self-assessment exercise.

You will need to register on the site to take the course, but it's Free.