Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Infection Control in Dental Practice: A Practical Approach
Free Infection Control Dental CE 
Presenter: Eve Cuny 
Released: 6/5/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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This fast-paced CE webinar provides an overview of best practices for infection control in dentistry with an emphasis on how to adapt guidelines and recommendations into every day practice. Building on the basic principles of infection control, the participants are guided through the process of delivering safe care without compromising efficiency. Topics include disinfection and sterilization, personal protective attire, sharps safety, immunizations and other infection prevention strategies.

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Monday, June 4, 2012

Restorative Dentistry for Children
Presenter: Dr. Joel Berg, DDS, MS
Sponsor: SDI
Released: 1/11/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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This CE webinar will provide the attendee with the most up-to-date information regarding restorative dentistry technologies in pediatric dentistry. It will review a variety of dental material including glass ionomers, resin-modified glass ionomers, and resin composites, and their specific use in children. Adhesives and their delivery systems and proper utilization will be elucidated from a clinical application perspective. With so many new choices out there, including a variety of new categories of materials, the clinician can find it challenging to differentiate properly between the materials and techniques available.

This course will review newer categories of hybrid composites, and of adhesives. With the trend toward simpler “1-step” or “all-in-one” and “self-etching” adhesives, the clinician needs to know what the constraints and requirements are of these materials. The course will also describe and discuss pulp therapy techniques and will guide the clinician through a step by step approach to pulp therapy for primary teeth.
Toward Better Impressions: Chairside with Incognito™ Appliance System
Presenter: Caryann Schoenfeld
Sponsor: 3M Unitek
Released: 1/12/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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In this CE webinar, Caryann Schoenfeld draws on her years of experience as a lingual technique trainer to act as your chairside guide to taking impressions with the the Incognito™ Appliance System. You will learn the key steps for taking accurate, two phase, two step polyvinyl impressions, and how to maximize efficiency while doing so. This webinar also serves as an excellent troubleshooting tool for doctors and staff toward achieving better impressions.
Complete Denture Technique: The Fundamentals
Presenter: Aldo Leopardi, BDS, DDS, MS
Sponsor: Heraeus
Released: 1/18/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Over the last several years, the complete denture technique continues to receive less emphasis in North American undergraduate dental school curriculums. Consequently, in the general dental community, it is fast becoming a lost art form. Considering it is the gateway to dental implant therapy and a key to grasping concepts and principles in aesthetic dentistry, the purpose of this presentation is to improve understanding of complete denture therapy based on proven clinical and documented protocols.

Course Learning Objectives:
1. Review of impression techniques maximizing support and minimizing over-extended, unstable denture bases.
2. To describe effective Maxillomandibular jaw relation record techniques.
3. To develop an improved understanding of aesthetic and functional tooth arrangement concepts.
Chairside Placement of Implant Overdenture Attachments
Presenter: George Priest, D.M.D.
Sponsor: VOCO America
Released: 1/19/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Attachment-retained implant overdentures have proven to be a new standard of treatment for edentulous patients. This CE webinar will demonstrate a step-by-step protocol for precise, efficient, and cost-effective chariside attachment placement, using the mandibular two-implant overdenture and maxillary four-implant overdenture as examples. A novel bis-acryl resin system designed specifically for predictably precise chairside attachment simplifies the process while eliminating the expense of laboratory procedures. The methods demonstrated are effective for fabricating new implant overdentures as well as conversion of existing dentures for implant retention and replacement of worn or malpositioned attachments.
Advances in Composite Restorative Dentistry: A Blend Of Artistry, Materials, And Technique
Presenter: Dr. Bob Lowe
Sponsor: GC America
Released: 1/24/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Today’s composite resins allow the aesthetic dentist limitless creativity in recreating human dentate form. At the core of every aesthetic dental restoration is tooth morphology…… natures’ combination of elevations, depressions, opacities, and translucencies that collectively produce functional and aesthetic beauty.

In this CE webinar, Dr. Lowe will discuss and demonstrate techniques to create morphologically precise anterior and composite restorations. The challenges of placing Class II direct composites (proximal contact and contour) and soft tissue management will also be discussed. What’s new in composite restorative materials? Find out about the latest in materials and techniques, including, self etching bonding systems, dentin replacement, high strength flowable composites, and low stress, aesthetic nano hybrid composite materials.
Improving your Caries Prevention Protocol in High Risk Adults
Presenter: Lillian Caperila, R.D.H., M.Ed.
Sponsor: Premier Dental
Released: 1/24/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Implementing an effective caries risk assessment tool is only the first but most important step in recognizing and classifying those adults who now carry a high risk in developing dental caries. Since dental caries is no longer a childhood disease, it becomes paramount for dental professionals to identify all factors that contribute to enamel erosion, root caries and conventional enamel lesions. The treatment planning becomes more complex as adults retain their teeth longer and require effective strategies in prevention. New research will be shared that supports the impact of fluoride enhanced with ACP technology.
Making Accurate Impressions - Success Lies in the Details
Presenter: Dr. Frank Milnar
Sponsor: GC America
Released: 2/2/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Taking an impression for indirect procedures can be stressful. Key factors involved in producing clinically acceptable impressions include selecting the appropriate tray, impression material and soft tissue management. One of the most frustrating experiences a clinician occurs when a crown or bridge does not seat, has high occlusion or open contacts.

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 (EXELance) from GC America, Inc.
On the Level: The New ASTM F2100 Mask Performance Rating
Presenter: Kathleen Stoessel, RN, BSN, MS
Sponsor: Kimberly-Clark Dental
Released: 2/7/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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In the healthcare setting, choosing the appropriate face mask is a key component in minimizing the spread of potentially infectious diseases. This CE webinar will review mask recommendations for dental professionals and to discuss the roles of the FDA and ASTM as relates to medical face masks. The new ASTM F2100-11 mask performance rating will be described with a review of how this new rating can assist with appropriate mask selection.

Upon completion of this continuing education activity, the participant should be able to:
• Identify mask recommendations for dental professionals
• Discuss the roles of the FDA and ASTM as relates to medical face masks
• Recognize requirements for the new ASTM F2100-11 mask performance rating
• Describe how the ASTM F2100-11 rating can assist with mask selection
Making the Difficult Situation Routine: Tips and Tricks for Maximum Efficiency
Presenter: Dr. Ron Kaminer
Sponsor: VOCO America
Released: 2/13/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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During this CE webinar we will discuss new materials and techniques that take difficult situations and make them routine.

Topics to be covered include:
• One step bonding for a variety of procedures.
• A quick and simple Post and Core Technique.
• What’s new in flowables and why heavy flow flowables fill a big void in our armamentarium?
• A splinting material like no other !
• Picking up overdenture components made easy.
Indirect Anchorage Using the Palate: A Unique Application of the Unitek™ Temporary Anchorage Device
Presenter: Mohammad Razavi, D.D.S.
Sponsor: 3M Unitek
Released: 2/17/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Various sites have been advocated by numerous authors as the “ideal placement site” for mini-screw implants (MSI). Many publications have documented the bone quantity and density in the more popular interdental sites for MSI placement. The palate, on the other hand, can also provide a versatile location that could be used for most anchorage sensitive cases. In this CE webinar, Dr. Mohammad Razavi reviews a step-by-step protocol in palatal MSI placement and the fabrication of a transpalatal arch designed to be used for the Unitek™ Temporary Anchorage Device.
Immediate Loading of Implants and Over Dentures: Treatment Planning, Fabrication, and Delivery
Presenter: T.G. Hornischer, C.D.T.
Sponsor: Heraeus
Released: 2/28/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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In this timely CE webinar we will discuss the various stages in immediate load and over denture appliances. This includes scanning appliances, planning software, immediate pick up of implants, plus the deciding factors in Hybrid bridges and Over dentures.

We will cover a wide range of philosophies and products:
• Basic understanding of CT scanning and scanning appliances.
• An understanding of implant planning software.
• The pros and cons of Hybrids and Over dentures.
• Initial loading and final appliances.
Whiter, Brighter, Healthier Teeth
Presenter: Ms. Shannon Pace
Sponsor: Heraeus
Released: 3/6/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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The CE webinar will cover practical techniques for in-office and take home whitening. Fulfilling the desire and demand to have a bright and white smile is the ultimate goal for every dental practice. A bright smile not only presents a healthy and beautiful impression, but also increases one’s interest in oral hygiene, allowing the patient to have more social self-confidence and self esteem. Before the patient can go through the whitening process, we must have a proper whitening consult to understand the patient and their desires.
Posterior Composites: A Practical, Efficient Technique
Presenter: Dr. Ron Jackson
Sponsor: Kerr Dental
Released: 3/7/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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In this CE webinar, Dr. Jackson will show a new, practical placement technique for the Class II direct resin restoration using SonicFill (Kerr). Dentists will discover that this system not only delivers a fast, easy and efficient true bulk fill aesthetic restoration, but one with superior density and adaptation.
The “Dahl Concept” - Current Concepts in the Management of Tooth Surface Loss
Presenter: Dr. Ian Cline
Sponsor: Dentsply UK
Released: 3/8/12
CE Credits: 2 CEU (Self-Study)
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Dr. Ian Cline in this webinar will present: • Understanding the multifactorial nature of tooth surface loss. • Diagnosis & Treatment planning of the worn dentition. • Step by step “Dahl buildups”, how to do a case. • An overview of smile design principles. • Mistakes we make and how to manage them. • Information for patients and success rates.
New Directions in Minimal Intervention
Presenter: Edmond Hewlett, D.D.S.
Sponsor: GC America
Released: 3/13/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Scientific advances continue to change the practice of dentistry by producing novel products for prevention and repair of early caries lesions. This CE webinar will focus on the selection, use, and efficacy of topically-applied varnishes for the enhancing the acid resistance of enamel and treating dentinal hypersensitivity. The presentation will feature the new and innovative MI Varnish product from GC America, Inc., which delivers bioavailable calcium, phosphate, and fluoride to tooth surfaces and saliva.
Amalgam Separator 101
Presenter: Ms. Kelly Beauregard
Sponsor: DentalEZ®
Released: 3/13/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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What is an amalgam separator, how they function, types, installations, understanding ISO certification, ADA BMP’s regarding amalgam and amalgam separators, states with regulations/mandates, and recycling and record keeping and proper line cleaners to use with amalgam separators.
Achieving Superb Crown and Bridge Impressions: Materials and Techniques
Presenter: Dr. James Braun
Sponsor: Coltène Whaledent
Released: 3/15/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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A key element for a successful crown and bridge case is a well fitting restoration. This is dependent on an extremely accurate impression. Factors such as soft tissue impingement and contaminants can adversely alter this outcome. Ill fitting crowns can be a source of frustration and inevitable remake. This presentation will outline important dental materials, clinical procedures, and adjunct equipment to insure high quality impressions.
Oral Appliance Therapy: Dispelling the Myths About These and Other Sleep Apnea Treatments
Presenter: Ashley Truitt
Sponsor: Henry Schein Total Health
Released: 3/21/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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This CE webinar will provide you with a comprehensive overview of Oral Appliance Therapy (OAT). The most recent developments in design, functionality and technical sophistication in achieving efficacy for your patients. You will learn how and where to clinically start your patients therapy according to the research and guidelines of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM). What are the limitations for OAT in the dental office and what are the alternative options and treatments available? A brief update will be given on where we are with clinical research in OAT and what is in the pipeline.
Simplifying Bone Grafting Using the Piezotome 2
Presenter: Dr. John Russo
Sponsor: ACTEON
Released: 3/22/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Learning Objectives:
• Understand the difference between cutting bone with a conventional bur, bone saw and piezo electric technology.
• Identify which piezo electric tips are appropriate for each procedure.
• Demonstrate settings for different densities of bone found in the mouth.
• Explain how using Piezotome 2 will conserve bone harvesting for block grafts compared to a conventional rotary instrument.
• Appreciate the safety of using Piezotome 2 close to vital soft tissue structures including the posterior superior alveolar artery and the mandibular canal.
• Understand how to minimize sinus membrane perforations by using the Piezotome 2 to make the lateral window for a sinus bone graft.
• Compare removing a failing implant or tooth with a trephine or rotary instrument vs. Piezotome 2.
Variations in Forsus™ Class II Correctors - Part IV: Controlling the Maxillary Vertical Dimension and Utilizing the Forsus Appliance for Dental Distalization
Presenter: Dr. Lisa Alvetro
Sponsor: 3M Unitek
Released: 3/23/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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By popular demand, Dr. Lisa Alvetro extends her Class II Correction CE webinar series to demonstrate minor variations in Forsus corrector installations that enhance vertical control in patients with vertical growth patterns. The same variation can be used to turn a Forsus corrector into an effective dental distalization appliance.
Miele G 7881 Washer-Disinfector (short version)
Sponsor: Miele
Released: 3/27/12
CE Credits: 0 CEU (Self-Study)
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This module will introduce you to the Miele G 7881 Washer-Disinfector, a major advancement in machine-based washing and disinfection technology. It will demonstrate how accepted instrument-cleansing protocol is sometimes not enough to prevent cross-contamination.
Decreasing the Class II Placement Stress
Presenter: Dr. Lori Trost
Sponsor: DENTSPLY
Released: 4/5/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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If Class II composite placement causes you frustration, then this CE webinar is perfect to lower your stress! This course will build confidence in sectional matrix system selection and placement, master accurate bi-directional contacts, utilize current adhesion technology, and maximize stress-reducing properties offered by the latest composites. Attendees will re-capture the proficiency, predictability, and polish of a highly regarded direct restoration.
The Art of Preparation and Cementation
Presenter: Dr. Lou Graham, D.D.S.
Sponsor: Doxa Dental
Released: 4/9/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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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.

Course Description
1. Learn preparation designs with single-use diamonds, and why they make sense for your practice
2. Review Cleansing do’s and don’ts prior to cementation and why it does matter
3. Present the latest technology breakthrough in cementation products
4. Learn how to make your crown cementation procedures predictable and so much simpler
Lost Opportunities in Hygiene
Presenter: Dr. Lee Ann Brady
Sponsor: Heraeus
Released: 4/17/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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A vital active hygiene department is a key to practice success, maintaining health for our patients, driving the treatment we complete and being a productive component of our business. Maximizing all three of these areas is about creating and maintaining solid systems and minimizing lost opportunities. In this CE webinar we will discuss a variety of ways to reinvigorate your hygiene practice and have it become a key ingredient in practice success.

• Recall systems for radiography and periodontal therapy
• Adjunctive services to manage caries and perio risk
• Whitening as a gateway to esthetic care
• Identifying incomplete treatment plans
A Step by Step Guide to Sculpting Posterior Direct Restorative Beauty!
Presenter: Dr. Simona Cuevas
Sponsor: Kerr Dental
Released: 4/17/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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This 1 hour CE webinar will show the participants clear sculpting guidelines (followed by direct application of the shown techniques) of direct composites. It will teach how to sculpt posterior primary and secondary anatomy in direct composites efficiently. Upon completion, each participant should be able to easily apply the learned techniques in their own offices and be able to deliver beautiful undistinguishable posterior composite restorations.
Bonding Techniques for Lingual Appliances
Presenter: Cathy Sundvall
Sponsor: 3M Unitek
Released: 4/18/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Bonding to the lingual surface offers unique challenges, but in her years as a clinical trainer Cathy Sundvall has developed many techniques to overcome those challenges. In this CE webinar Cathy walks you through the steps for successful bonding and rebonding of Incognito™ Appliance System brackets. The webinar provides insightful tips applicable to any lingual bonding to help doctors and clinical staff improve their techniques and reduce bond failures.
Sleep Studies: The Importance of Utilizing Home Sleep Studies in the Dental Office
Presenter: Joel Blixt
Sponsor: Henry Schein Total Health
Released: 4/18/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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This CE webinar will provide you with a comprehensive overview of Polysomnography (in-lab sleep studies) and home sleep testing (HST). Discover the importance of verifying the efficacy of your Oral Appliance Treatment for snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea. There are a variety of HST’s on the market today that will help guide you in reaching the optimal position for your patient’s OAT. Learn about the guidelines of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM) and how they recommend you utilize HST in your office – learn how to communicate with your local medical community so they do not see you as a threat, but as an asset to the team.
A New Milestone in Veneer Technology: COMPONEER™
Presenter: Dr. Ross Nash
Sponsor: Coltène Whaledent
Released: 4/24/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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This CE webinar is intended for dentists interested in a one-visit, direct placement system featuring COMPONEER prefabricated veneers, that can open your practice to new patients. The lecture will be led by Dr. Ross Nash, who is very familiar with the system and will provide theory, indications and practice opportunities for this product, as well as addressing general restorative dentistry using composite and bonding systems.
Focus on 'MI' - Implementing Minimally Invasive Treatment in your Practice
Presenter: Lory Laughter, RDH
Sponsor: GC America
Released: 4/26/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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The science of health care is ever changing with current research showing early and less or minimally invasive treatment as the best option for healing and overall well-being.

Practical tools and innovative new products now allow dental professionals to identify potential problems early , prevent dental decay from occurring or progressing and treat lesions with no disruption to surrounding healthy enamel. This CE webinar will assist you in developing and implementing an effective preventive protocol that works comfortably for your practice utilizing the new GC Tri Plaque ID Gel to identify potential problem areas, MI Varnish to help prevent decay and MI Paste Plus to help treat early white spot lesions.
Adhesive Cementation - A Practical Approach
Presenter: Dr. Rob Ritter, DMD
Sponsor: 3M ESPE
Released: 4/26/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Today's cements provide the ability to seal, protect, prevent post operative sensitivity and provide long term stability for the restoration. Unfortunately, we have so many cements available it can be difficult to choose the correct cement for the ceramic and the clinical situation. This informative and concise CE webinar will cover the adhesives and classes of cements that provide the best long term results.
What is Social Media and How do I Use it to Attract Patients?
Presenter: Bill Neumann
Sponsor: DentalEZ®
Released: 5/8/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Host Bill Neumann, founder of DentalSalesPro.com and vice president of First Im­pressions Magazine, will break down the pros and cons of social media as well as how these tools can serve as important adjuncts to existing marketing efforts and business relationships. With interactive examples, you will explore the uses and benefits of integrating social media into your dental marketing.
Providing Excellent Dental Hygiene Care
Presenter: Maria Goldie, RDH, BA, MS
Sponsor: DentalEZ®
Released: 5/9/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Providing oral hygiene care in the form of preventive maintenance and periodontal maintenance is the mainstay of dental hygienists’ duties. We also provide therapy, such as scaling and root planing. This CE webinar will focus on providing contemporary care in the most ergonomic fashion, following the dental hygiene process of care. We will use the ADHA Standards of Clinical Dental Hygiene Practice as our guide.
Provisional Restorations for Today's Restorative Practice
Presenter: Dr. Tom McDonald
Sponsor: 3M ESPE
Released: 5/10/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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The ability to efficiently fabricate precise, esthetic provisional restorations can take a restorative practice to another level. This CE webinar will present the latest techniques and materials for all areas of restorative dentistry. Dr. McDonald will discuss single and multiple tooth restorations, provisional techniques for bonded final restorations, esthetic contouring, cementation, and repairs.
Online Marketing: Get More Patients In Your Door!
Presenter: Alex Miroshnichenko
Sponsor: Ormco
Released: 5/11/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Learn how to develop and integrate aggressive online marketing initiatives to cut through the clutter and influence more patients to contact your practice today!
Medical Billing for Sleep Apnea Appliances – What You Need to Know to Get Paid
Presenter: Glennine Varga
Sponsor: Henry Schein Total Health
Released: 5/16/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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This CE webinar will provide you with an overview of the codes and protocol necessary for getting paid by Medical Insurance for Oral Appliance Therapy (OAT). Learn the medical codes, how to demonstrate medical necessity and procedures for working with physicians in a multidisciplinary approach.
Recruitment Testing and Hiring
Presenter: Sally McKenzie
Sponsor: Practice Management
Released: 5/17/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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This CE webinar will guide you to employment ads and techniques that will get you the “right hire”. Learn the right questions (based on the job description) and testing to ensure the applicant is the best fit for the job. Learn how to reduce turnover. Don’t miss this webinar!
Making a Smart Move in Self-Ligation
Presenter: Dr. Robert Waugh
Sponsor: 3M Unitek
Released: 5/18/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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In 2002, In search of a better way to treat patients, Dr. Robert Waugh transitioned his practice from a conventional edgewise system to passive self-ligating brackets, leaving many of his proven methods of treatment mechanics behind After gaining experience and researching the passive self-ligation technique, Dr. Waugh made the “smart” move to the SmartClip™ SL3 Self-Ligating Appliance System. In this webinar, Dr. Waugh explains why he made the change, citing characteristics of the SmartClip SL3 System that are improving his treatment results. In addition, he shares several unexpected, but welcomed, benefits of the system.
Sneak Peak: Advancements in Class II Correction
Presenter: Dr. Bill Dischinger
Sponsor: Ormco
Released: 5/18/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Refining Class II treatment utilizing next generation appliance AdvanSync 2. During this webinar you will learn:
• New developments and manufacturing advancements implemented into the AdvanSync 2 appliance
• AdvanSync 2 instructional protocol with Pearl’s
• Diagnosis & review of cases taken from the AdvanSync 2 clinical evaluation
• Ideal case scenarios utilizing a Patient Kit vs. a custom device
Stop Watching Caries and Start Managing It
Presenter: Parag Kachalia, D.D.S.
Sponsor: VOCO America
Released: 5/22/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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In this CE webinar Dr. Kachalia will provide strategies on implementing a caries management protocol in your practice. The course will look at advances in chemotherapeutic agents as well as restorative materials and techniques that allow your patient's health to be protected while being profitable for the practice.
SureFil® SDR® flow (New Syringe Delivery)
Sponsor: DENTSPLY
Released: 5/22/12
CE Credits: 0 CEU (Self-Study)
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The only bulk-fill, self-leveling, low stress posterior flowable, SureFil® SDR® flow is now even better with a new syringe delivery method and expanded indications.

If you’re tired of having to incrementally place composites in the posterior, this module will demonstrate how SureFil® SDR® flow enables you to quickly fill posterior restorations with its amazing self-leveling handling and choice of either Compula® Tips or syringe delivery system.
Esthetic Dentistry for Tots and Teens
Presenter: Dr. Fred Margolis, D.D.S.
Sponsor: Heraeus
Released: 5/22/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Today's parents demand the restoration of their children and teen’s teeth for function and esthetics. Self-image of our patients is very important. Glass ionomers, resinomers, flowable composites and bulk composites will be illustrated. In addition various types of crowns will be shown that are available to restore more severe caries on children and adolescents. Esthetic facings for stainless steel crowns will be illustrated and the chairside steps necessary will be given.

Featured in this CE webinar will be the Venus Diamond Flow and Venus Diamond Bulk Composite. These materials will be illustrated for use in both the primary and permanent dentition. The participant will learn how to incorporate these esthetic, long-lasting restorations on both children, teens, and special needs adult patients. The advantages of these materials will emphasize the advantages of using these esthetic materials.
Lava Ultimate CAD/CAM Restorative
Sponsor: 3M ESPE
Released: 5/22/12
CE Credits: 0 CEU (Self-Study)
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This module will introduce you to new Lava™ Ultimate restorative and show how its fast, no-firing process helps dentists maximize chairside productivity and clinical results—making it a state-of-the-art milling block for CEREC® and E4D® systems.
Optimal Treatment of the 'Dreaded Black Triangle' with Direct Composite
Presenter: Dr. David Clark
Sponsor: 3M ESPE
Released: 5/23/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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“Black triangles” are a surprisingly common esthetic and functional dilemma. Many of the treatments in the past were unpredictable, overly aggressive, or damaging to the long term health of the tooth and the peridontium. Composite treatments of the past often turned brown, had marginal stain, and occasionally simply fell off. Find out why patients are flying from all over the world to Dr. Clark’s office in Tacoma WA and how he can provide a 10 year warranty without worry.

Attendees of the webinar will learn:
• Proper case selection
• How to select the proper Bioclear Matrix for various spaces and tooth shapes.
• The balanced use of Filtek Supreme Ultra Flowable and Paste composites for void free, strong composites.
• How to “lock” the composite around the contact area to assure zero de-bonds and zero stain.
• Advantages and user tips for the new Scotchbond Universal adhesive
• Dr Clark’s unique 3 step mirror finishes technique for composite
Digital Impressions, CAD/CAM Restoration and High Technology Products-In Your Office and In The New Dental Lab
Presenter: Paul Feuerstein, D.M.D.
Sponsor: DentalEZ®
Released: 5/24/12
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Digital impressions have been around for over 27 years beginning with the CEREC system. In the past years 3 more systems have entered the marketplace with four or more coming during this year. These systems have had enhancements in both the devices and the software. Some allow the practitioner to create restorations in the office while all now allow images to be sent to dental labs. With this process, labs have an option to eliminate models but still create traditional restorations using new digital technology. There have also been a large number of NEW high tech products being introduced to the industry. Dr. Feuerstein will take a look at digital impressions and high tech products in the industry today and possibly in the future.

Sunday, June 3, 2012

Nuts & Bolts Impressioning: Predictable Excellence in the Everyday Restorative Practice
Presenter: Dr. Michael Melkers
Sponsor: DENTSPLY
Wed  10/10/12    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Wed  10/10/12    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
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Predictable Temporization for Effective Prosthetic Restoration
Presenter: Dr. John Flucke, DDS
Sponsor: DENTSPLY
Thu  8/23/12    8:15 PM ET    5:15 PM PT
Fri  8/24/12    0:15 AM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
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This CE webinar, presented by Dr. John Flucke, addresses key techniques and a variety of products that help streamline chairside temporization of single unit and multi-unit prosthetic restorations.
Pulp Capping Procedures Past to Present
Presenter: Robert Levin, D.D.S.
Sponsor: Septodont
Thu  6/28/12    8:15 PM ET    5:15 PM PT
Fri  6/29/12    0:15 AM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
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Pulp capping procedures have historically been challenging. The primary objective is to save the tooth, however, due to the uncertainty of success with this procedure some clinicians opt for root canal therapy. In these uncertain financial time giving patients the option of foregoing RCT with a less expensive, invasive procedure is a welcome change. Now with several different and newer bioactive and biomechanical products available the DDS has the option to restore pulp vitality. This CE webinar is designed to introduce the various products available today for direct and indirect pulp capping and to give the clinician an overview of their strengths and weaknesses.
Impeccable Impressions: The Key to Successful Indirect Restorations
Presenter: Dr. Greg Gillespie
Sponsor: DENTSPLY
Thu  6/28/12    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Thu  6/28/12    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
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This CE webinar will focus on clinical steps to efficient, predictable impression taking that will reduce the stress of this vital step with indirect restorations.
Creating a “Miracle Match” Chameleon Effect, and Reduce Your Composite Inventory
Presenter: Dr. Tony Tomaro
Sponsor: Tokuyama Dental America
Wed  6/27/12    8:15 PM ET    5:15 PM PT
Thu  6/28/12    0:15 AM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
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Dr. Tomaro will walk you through the ideal technique from prepping to finishing a restoration, and leveraging composite filler technology to create a “Miracle Match” integration with the surrounding tooth. This process will showcase minimal invasive dentistry, and instruct how you can do more with less.
Today's Improved Glass Ionomers: A Therapeutic Alternative to Direct Composite Restorations
Presenter: Dr. Daniel Ward, D.D.S.
Sponsor: GC America
Tue  6/26/12    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Tue  6/26/12    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
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Glass ionomer materials are easy to place, can reduce post-operative sensitivity and enjoy a stable long-term ionic bond to dentin. Learn how this bioactive material can be a therapeutic alternative to composite resin materials.
MBT™ Versatile+ Appliance System Lacebacks and Tiebacks
Presenter: Dr. John McDonald
Sponsor: 3M Unitek
Fri  6/22/12    12:00 PM ET    9:00 AM PT
Fri  6/22/12    4:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
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The MBT™ Versatile+ Appliance System was designed around light force mechanics that utilize simple techniques to achieve better treatment outcomes without any additional work. Finishing and arch coordination are easier because the orthodontist controls tooth position, not the wire. Dr. John McDonald uses the MBT system to deliver board quality results in a busy clinical practice. In this webinar, Dr. McDonald describes these simple tools as well as the rationale behind them. You will learn how easy it is to implement these techniques into any practice and delegate to chairside assistants while maintaining full control of the case.
Performance Measurements for the Dental Team
Presenter: Sally McKenzie
Sponsor: Practice Management
Wed  6/20/12    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Wed  6/20/12    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
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Learn what it takes for employees to perform consistently on a high level. This CE webinar teaches doctors and managers how to implement accountability and measure the employee’s performance. Learn quickly if the employee’s actions are having a positive, negative, or no affect on the practice. Show them how to take their job description to greater heights; Scheduling, Financial, Business, Patient and Treatment Coordinators, Hygienists, Clinical Assistants and Doctors.