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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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The pH Party in Your Mouth that You Weren't Invited To
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Live Dental Webinars  (Showing Next 5 Upcoming)
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Dental Practice Profitability: The Smart Way to Increase ROI
Presenter: Dr. Scott Kalniz
Sponsor: DENTALEZ
Mon  6/1/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Mon  6/1/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
Improving dental practice profitability rarely comes down to a single piece of equipment. It depends on how well the systems in a practice work together, from reliable utility equipment to efficient operatories and tools that stay in service. In most practices, profitability is closely tied to four operational factors: equipment uptime, operatory efficiency, maintenance speed, and equipment longevity. Upon completion of this CE webinar, the student will be better positioned to maintain consistent patient flow and protect their production schedules.

Hidden Diseases Associated with Sickle Cell Disease and the Sickle Cell Trait: Impacts on Oral Health
Presenter: Linda Chandler-Jacobs, BS, RDH
Sponsor: VOCO America
Wed  6/3/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Wed  6/3/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) and the Sickle Cell Trait (SCT) extend beyond hematologic impact. This disease is responsible for a lot of hidden systemic conditions that influence oral tissue, dental development, and secondary infections that could result in a vaso-occlusive crises. This CE webinar will explore the connections between SCD/SCT and dental pathology. We will also cover chronic hypoxia, inflammation, vascular compromise, and their effects on the dentition. Participates will learn oral indicators of systemic disease, dental management strategies, and evidence based approaches using VOCO dental products.

Seeing is Believing: Visual Transformation Technology in Composite Restorations
Presenter: Dr. Marc Geissberger
Sponsor: VOCO America
Mon  6/8/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Mon  6/8/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
New materials, technology and techniques are developing at such a rapid pace that practitioners can become overwhelmed. Add to this the increased expectations of esthetic patients and the clinical performance of materials and the entire experience can be challenging. This CE webinar will explore the recent trends in composite restorative materials with an emphasis on demystifying the concept of chameleon technology. Dr. Geissberger will describe significant changes that have occurred over the last few years enabling clinicians to place few layers, limit inventory, and establish life-like restorations.

Vital Pulp Therapy Today: Advancing Care in Primary and Young Permanent Dentition
Presenter: Dr. Carla Cohn
Sponsor: VOCO America
Wed  6/10/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Wed  6/10/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
Modern vital pulp therapy doesn’t need to be complicated. This clinically focused CE webinar highlights today’s most reliable pulp therapy materials and practical approaches for managing the pulp in primary teeth and young permanent dentition. Dr. Carla Cohn guides the dental team through predictable, evidence-based pulpotomy techniques to improve outcomes, reduce stress chairside, and enhance confidence in everyday pediatric care.

"Sensitive" Subject – Addressing Dentinal Hypersensitivity
Presenter: Dr. Joy Void-Holmes, RDH, BSDH, DHSc
Sponsor: Centrix
Mon  6/15/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Mon  6/15/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
Dentinal hypersensitivity is a prevalent condition, affecting approximately 1 in 8 adults. While not typically classified as a dental emergency, it can significantly impact a patient’s comfort and quality of life. Whether caused by gum recession, bleaching, dentin exposure, or other factors, patients rely on dental professionals to provide effective relief. This CE webinar will focus on evidence-based strategies to prevent and manage dentinal hypersensitivity, equipping participants with the knowledge and tools to address this common concern.

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 Simplified Resin Techniques
Presenter: Dr. Priya Tirumalasetty
Sponsor: VOCO America
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Simplified resins systems have become available to dentists over the last few years. These new resins allow for a reduced inventory while matching with multiple shades. Layering and polishing techniques using simplified resins are discussed in this CE webinar






Decoding Dental Product Ingredients and Their Hidden Dangers
Presenter: India Chance, RDH
Sponsor: VOCO America
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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This CE webinar underscores the crucial role of comprehensive knowledge about dental products, particularly for patients with pre-existing health conditions that could be aggravated by specific ingredients. The absence of this understanding could precipitate allergic manifestations, medicinal contraindications, and even acute medical emergencies. This curriculum provides participants with a thorough comprehension of dental product ingredients, their possible adverse effects, and strategies to mitigate these risks in routine clinical practice. Through a scientific lens, it enables healthcare providers to better manage patient health by considering the potential impacts of dental product ingredients on various disease states.






Cluster Shading - The Next Generation of Esthetic Restoratives
Presenter: Mr. Gregor Connell
Sponsor: VOCO America
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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The only constant in dental materials is change! Technological and chemical innovations are offering impressive advancements. Today’s conventional composites offer clinicians two options: First, the esthetic traditional layering technique and second, the bulk-fill technique. The former being the choice for most restorations in the anterior smile zone and the latter, often selected for the posterior regions of the mouth. While bulk-fill materials typically are deep-curing, time saving and offer clinical efficiency, they too often lack the esthetic properties required for beautiful esthetically demanding anterior restorations. For this reason, most clinicians have a second composite system in office that is designed to be placed in two-millimeter increments and will sometimes require a variety of shades to meet the esthetic demands. A new next-generation of resin composites is emerging. One that offers you the clinical efficiency of a bulk-fill, with an easy cluster shade-matching protocol and phenomenal esthetics! With outstanding, non-sticky handling and excellent polishability, perhaps now you only need one class of material for all of your restorative needs. At the conclusion of the CE webinar the attendees will have a clearer understanding of the clinical impact that this new chemistry and technology can have on their everyday restorative dentistry. More importantly, the attendees can evaluate if these evolutions may have a place in their own clinical practice.

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Series: VOCO America CE Credits: 0.5
Guest: Dr. Sam Simos
For decades, dentists have been trained to believe that different clinical situations demand different composite materials—one for strength in the posterior, another for esthetics in the anterior, and often several more just to manage shade. But today, material science is challenging that long-held mindset. In this episode, we’re taking a hard look at whether we’ve truly entered the era of the universal composite—a single material that does it all. Our guest is Dr. Sam Simos, a general dentist for over 30 years practicing outside of Chicago Illinois. He is a well-respected speaker, clinician and product evaluator.
Series: VOCO America CE Credits: 0.5
Guest: Dr. Brian Novy
According to Dr. Brian Novy, the application of fluoride varnish is, hands down, the most significant procedure we can do for our patients. But as with any procedure, there’s a right way—and a wrong way—to apply fluoride varnish. Dr. Novy will shed light on common mistakes that can undermine its effectiveness, a phenomenon he calls the "fluoride bomb." We’ll discuss what can go wrong during application, how to avoid these pitfalls, and what steps you can take to ensure your patients receive the full benefits of this essential preventive treatment. Dr. Brian Novy is a practicing dentist in Boston MA. He is President of the National CAMBRA Coalition, faculty at Harvard School of Dental Medicine and Western University of Health Sciences, and consumer representative for the US Food and Drug Administration Dental Products Panel. To can reach Dr Novy at whollymolar.com.
Series: VOCO America CE Credits: 0.75
Guest: Dr. Brian Novy
Today we’re talking about direct restorative materials that can truly change the course of your patients’ dental health — and no, not just composite, but glass ionomer and resin-modified glass ionomer. Used strategically, these materials can help patients avoid a lifetime of fillings, crowns, and repeat dental work. And adopting this conservative approach doesn’t mean sacrificing revenue — in fact, building a practice focused on preserving healthy tooth structure attracts patients who value care that’s truly in their best interest. Joining us is Dr. Brian Nový, a leading cariologist at Virginia Commonwealth University with faculty appointments at Harvard and Western University, and a private practice owner in Salem, Massachusetts. He’ll explain how glass ionomer and RMGI bond to teeth, their clinical applications, address concerns about strength and aesthetics, and show how they can transform long-term patient outcomes.
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Featured CE
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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