28 September 2010

Secrets of a Pediatric Dentist - “Dental Duct Tape”

Secrets of a Pediatric Dentist


Presenter: Dr. Scott Dillingham

CE Credits: 1 Webinar Begins:
9/29/10 7:00 PM ET
6:00 PM CT
4:00 PM PT
9/29/10 11:00 PM UTC

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, and restorative hygienists, 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.

Hosted by GC America. You will need to register on the site, if you have not done so previously, but it's free and the site is full of valuable courses and information.

17 September 2010

New CE Course! Implant Maintenance

New CE Course! Implant Maintenance

1 CEU By Dr. Michael Rethman
DescriptionThe learner will gain insight and understanding of the history of dental implants as well as the considerations and recommendations regarding patient selection, surgical and prosthodontic treatment planning, and long-term implant assessment and maintenance. The best practices are presented for the learner to assimilate and subsequently incorporate into patient treatment plans.

Take this Continuing Education Course Here
CE Courses are complimentary for all Friends of Hu-Friedy members.Hu-Friedy is an Academy of General Dentistry approved PACE Program Provider. FAGD/MAGD Credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial board of dentistry or AGD endorsement. #218966 (June 1, 2008 - May 31, 2011).

12 September 2010

Root Surface Debridement

Dental Webinars – Be Wherever You Want

Don’t miss Bal Chana and Sarah Murray on 27th September at 7:30pm – 9pm. Bal and Sarah will be giving a joint lecture on Root Surface Debridement and lead a lively discussion on mechanical instruments versus ultrasonic scalers.

This webinar will be given from a hygienist’s point of view, but is open to all members of the team who have an interest in this area.

Bal is currently Chair of The British Association of Dental Therapists, and represents BADT on a number of boards. She is also a DCP Inspector for the General Dental Council inspecting DCP training courses.

Sarah has been actively involved with Dental Health, the Journal for the British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy, for over 10 years, in addition to serving on various committees within the Society.

Sign up free for this webinar here.

The webinar is live and interactive - with the ability to give, receive and discuss information.

For the full programme of the 2010 Dental Webinar series including Dr. Carol Tait’s series on Endodontics and Dr. Trevor Biggs’s take on Smart Dentine Replacement go to http://www.dentalwebinars.co.uk/

02 September 2010

Early Diagnosis and Caries Detection

Free Webinar: Early Diagnosis and Caries Detection
This webinar provides an overview of early caries detection and caries control.

CE: 1 live CE credit

Date: Sep 14, 2010

7:00 PM EDT 4:00 PM PDT 11:00 PM GMT

Approximately One Hour

Dr. Robert Fuchs, D.M.D.,

This webinar provides an overview of early caries detection and caries control. Traditional methodologies have included visual examination, probing and radiographs. Recent innovations have led to the introduction of adjunctive devices utilizing laser and fluorescence technology that enable early detection of caries and subsequent intervention for caries prevention and control.

Cosponsored by:
 

26 August 2010

RDH E-Vent


When: Thursday, September 16: 1:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. CST & Friday, September 17: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CST

Where: From your Computer! (It's Online & it's FREE)

Why: Earn up to 8 FREE CE Credits!  Learn about new products while networking with hygienists from all over the country. Request FREE samples from exhibitors and win FREE prizes at the prize center.

KEYNOTE SESSION:

America's Sweet Tooth Obsession and Its Impact on Oral and Systemic Health - 1 CE Credit
Presented by: Karen Davis, RDH, BSDH, RDHMP
This program gives a review of the literature related to sugar’s impact on overall health, but also provides good news for today’s clinician seeking methods to help reduce decay, remineralize tooth structure, and motivate patients to reclaim their health! Attendees that attend the keynote and question and answer session will receive 2 live CE Credits.
Commercial support by: Philips Sonicare

Say What you Mean to Say! Using Motivational Interviewing Strategies for Impactful Patient Communication - 1 CE Credit
Presented by: Stacy McCauley RDH, MS
This course will detail strategies for communicating effectively with patients by embracing key concepts of the Motivational Interviewing (MI) philosophy. MI has been shown to be effective in counseling and is now being utilized successfully in healthcare and dentistry.
Commercial support by: Philips Sonicare

Hygiene2…Secrets of Exponential Practice Growth - 1 CE Credit
Presented by: Julie Thomas, RDH
This course will share information to help you diagnose the hygiene department in your practice and give you an action plan to increase hygiene proficiency, increase operative/hygiene case acceptance, patient access to care, patient advocacy, patient retention, leadership within your practice and as a result, the profitability of your overall dental practice.

Achieving Success and Clinical Excellence in Your Dental Hygiene Career - 1 CE Credit
Presented by: Christine Hovliaras, RDH, BS, MBA, CDE
Dental hygiene is a demanding profession and working on a day-to-day basis, you may not always contemplate how successful you currently are or want to be in your dental hygiene career. This course will provide you with the essential tools to utilize to evaluate your current position and your career success.

20 August 2010

Take Retipping Hand Instruments: The Myths

Take Retipping Hand Instruments: The Myths 

Sponsored by Hu-Friedy
CE Course By Sherry Burns, RDH, MS and Judy Zack Bendit, RDH, BS

1 CEU

Description
This course will define the word "retipping" and take a closer look at the steps involved in retipping hand instruments. Key features in the original manufacturing process will be described along the contrasting process of retipping instruments. This course will also explain the potential risks and costs associated with retipped instruments.

Take this Continuing Education Course Here

CE Courses are complimentary for all Friends of Hu-Friedy members. Membership is free - sign up at the site.

Hu-Friedy is an Academy of General Dentistry approved PACE Program Provider. FAGD/MAGD Credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial board of dentistry or AGD endorsement. #218966 (June 1, 2008 - May 31, 2011).

18 August 2010

Early diagnosis and caries detection

Early diagnosis and caries detection -- LIVE on Sep 14, 2010

7:00 PM EDT 4:00 PM PDT 11:00 PM GMT
Approximately One Hour

Dr. Robert Fuchs, D.M.D.,

This FREE live webinar provides an overview of early caries detection and caries control. Traditional methodologies have included visual examination, probing and radiographs. Recent innovations have led to the introduction of adjunctive devices utilizing laser and fluorescence technology that enable early detection of caries and subsequent intervention for caries prevention and control. Sign up today!
 
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