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Digitally Guided Full Arches and Effortless Precision to Deliver Predictable Outcomes
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Smiles in Sickle Cell Care: Preventive Dental Hygiene Strategies for Enhanced Health
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Live Dental Webinars  (Showing Next 5 Upcoming)

The DUWL Protocol for Success
Presenter: Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH
Sponsor: Solmetex
Tue  3/17/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Tue  3/17/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
Achieving compliant dental unit waterlines (DUWL) requires more than random maintenance; it requires a disciplined, repeatable strategy. This CE webinar provides a comprehensive breakdown of the proven Test, Shock, and Maintain protocol, designed to ensure your practice meets or exceeds CDC and EPA standards for water quality. Participants will learn why testing is the critical first step in any protocol—identifying hidden biofilm loads before they lead to failure. We will explore the technical nuances of shocking to clear existing contamination and the daily importance of maintaining lines to prevent regrowth. Integrating these steps into a unified system that simplifies compliance and protects patients ensures long-term clinical success.


Creating Natural Harmony with Modern Super-Composites
Presenter: Dr. Clarence Tam
Sponsor: Kuraray Noritake
Thu  3/19/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Thu  3/19/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
The difference between Biomimetic/Natural and conventional dentistry is that biomimetic attempts to duplicate the missing tooth structure with restorative materials that match their natural physical properties. A key aspect of this is to dramatically reduce stress on the adhesive materials so they can provide long-term use and durability for direct and indirect restorations. If clinical techniques have high-stress then the bonds will be low, conversely, if the clinical techniques have low-stress then the bonds will be high and more likely to succeed. This CE webinar will discuss and illustrate low-stress, high-bond techniques for direct composites as well as techniques on blending and highlighting your restorations. Key clinical tips will be shown to increase the esthetics of direct composites.


Advancing Prevention in the Era of Fluoride Hesitancy
Presenter: Catherine Cabanzon, RDH
Sponsor: Centrix
Mon  3/23/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Mon  3/23/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
We’ve all seen the headlines – “Fluoride is Poison”, “Fluoride Decreases IQ”, “Fluoride is an Industrial Waste”. Apart from stirring up public discussion, this type of press may result in new challenges for practicing clinicians. Historically, the biggest push back to varnish was and still may be cost but how do you handle the health concerns a patient may have? As tough as these questions are, at least they mean there is room for discourse! As you know, some patients might outright refuse and not be open to conversation. In this CE webinar, we will explore how to overcome fluoride hesitancy among patients with practical recommendations you can implement into your everyday routine. We’ll review current, high-quality research that clearly demonstrates the safety and benefits of fluoride, while also sharing practical communication strategies to help you address patient concerns, rebuild trust, and continue advancing prevention in your practice. With the removal of systemic fluorides, the dental hygiene community is on the front line in caries prevention.


The Revolution of Change: State of The Art Materials for Outstanding Patient Outcomes
Presenter: Dr. Ron Kaminer
Sponsor: VOCO America
Tue  3/24/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Tue  3/24/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
The stress of day to day practice does not always allow us to introduce new materials into to our daily routines. Fear of failure and extensive learning curves often leave dentists stuck with materials that are not current and/or materials that may not work as well as a modern advancement. In this CE webinar, join us as we explore a new/updated restorative material and how it not only can change the way we practice but also how it benefits our patients.


The Golden Age of Composite Dentistry
Presenter: Dr. Peter Auster
Sponsor: VOCO America
Thu  3/26/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Thu  3/26/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
The days of 35 shades of composite are over and so are the days of composites that stick to everything but teeth. Introducing: bold new composites that do everything better than what we had before. Better handling, better shades, better management of ambient light. These are truly new and the best we’ve ever seen.


Featured On-Demand CE Webinars






Modern Pulpal Therapy and Practical Strategies for Success
Presenter: Dr. Carla Cohn
Sponsor: Bisco
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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This one-hour CE webinar focuses on equipping dental professionals with clinical, practical, and evidence-based recommendations for pulpal therapy in primary dentition. The preservation of primary teeth plays a vital role in ensuring oral health, speech development, mastication, and maintaining space for permanent teeth. This webinar will delve into modern treatment techniques, materials, and restorative approaches that maximize the success of pulpal therapy while considering the unique needs of young patients. Attendees will gain actionable insights into diagnostic strategies and treatment modalities to enhance patient care in pediatric dentistry.







Fibre-Reinforced Direct Bridges: New Techniques for Success
Presenter: Dr. Marvin Chacon
Sponsor: VOCO America
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Fibre-reinforced direct bridges (FRDB’s) have shown good performance in clinical applications, capable of overcoming functional masticatory loading with a more biomimetic behavior than rigid metallic or full ceramic prostheses. Its retention relies on adhesive capacity which allows a lower tooth structure removal than conventional alternatives, as minimal or no sound tooth structure preparation is needed on the abutment.







Caries Management: What CDT Procedure Code Goes with Which Product?
Presenter: Kathy S. Forbes, RDH, BS
Sponsor: VOCO America
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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During the past 5 years, there has been a significant increase in procedure codes specific to preventive products used and recommended by hygienists and dentists. This CE webinar will provide the latest code nomenclatures and descriptors for products used for caries management including the newly adopted D2991. This will include the “why behind the what” when selecting the most appropriate product for patients.


Featured Podcast Episodes
Series: COLTENE CE Credits: 0.5
Guest: Dr. Christopher Pescatore
Our guest, Dr. Chris Pescatore, is using nothing more than his iPad and an off-the-shelf app to perform digital diagnostic wax-ups—right in front of his patients—in only a matter of minutes. This isn’t just a tool for planning aesthetics, prep design and occlusal adjustments—it’s also a powerful way to wow patients. In fact, Dr. Pescatore’s case acceptance rate has been hovering close to 100%. Stay tuned to learn how Dr. Pescatore has integrated this simple, inexpensive piece of technology into his daily practice—and why it’s become a true game-changer for both him and his patients. You can learn more about Dr. Pescatore's course on this topic by visiting The Center at Dental Ceramics https://www.thecenteratdentalceramics.com/upcoming-courses.

Series: Bisco CE Credits: 0.5
Guest: Dr. Luis Abrahante
On today’s episode, we’re talking with an inspiring young dentist whose story is nothing short of amazing. Meet Dr. Luis Abrahante—he came to the U.S. from Cuba at just 18 years old, not knowing a word of English. Fast forward to age 31, and he’s already paid off his dental school loans, bought his own practice, and turned it into a fully digital, high-end aesthetic dentistry hub. He shares with us how he did it along with his favorite dental materials.

Series: VOCO America CE Credits: 0.5
Guest: Dr. Russell Schafer
When should you print in-house dentures, and when is it best to send cases to the lab? We’ll break it all down, exploring the clinical decision-making process, material considerations, and workflow efficiencies. Stay tuned for an insightful discussion on the evolving role of 3D printing in denture fabrication! Our guest is Dr. Russel Schafer. a general dentist in New Orleans, Louisiana who focuses on removable dentures and teaches other dentists how to design and print dentures in their office.

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Behavior Management for the Pediatric Dental Patient
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Silver Diamine Fluoride for Patients of All Ages
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Open Wide and Look Inside: Oral Anomalies and Pathologies in Children and Adolescents
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The Truth About Occlusion and Rethinking "Normal"
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Zirconia vs. Lithium Disilicate: Different Cementation Protocols Required
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When You Get Close to the Pulp, Don’t Let It Spoil Your Day
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A Review of Endodontic Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
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