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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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VOCO America
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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From Chaos to Clusters: 50 Shades of Grey May Be Okay, but 50 Shades of Composite, Really?
Presenter: Dr. Foroud Hakim
Sponsor: VOCO America
Wed  7/15/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Wed  7/15/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
In an era where every manufacturer is throwing their hat into the shade simplification ring, how can the pragmatic doctor navigate the waters? From the promise of single shade, omnichromatic entries, to shade reduced options, and perhaps even well designed clustered shade pallets, this webinar is designed to debunk the myths and give attendees the tools to make educated material selection decisions. These decisions can lead to better inventory economics, while simultaneously improving the predictability of esthetic outcomes for patients. In this dynamic CE webinar, Dr. Hakim will share the latest innovations in the category, while also reviewing the basics of adhesive composite delivery to reinforce successful and lasting restorations.

Bonded Beyond Beauty: Functional Esthetics through Adhesive Dentistry
Presenter: Dr. Dimple Desai
Sponsor: Bisco
Thu  7/16/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Thu  7/16/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
In this CE webinar, participants will gain practical experience in achieving precise preparations and creating functional, esthetic final restorations. The webinar also emphasizes the importance of digital photography, polarized images, and shade-matching protocols. Attendees will learn how to integrate these techniques to achieve predictable, high-quality outcomes. This CE webinar is ideal for clinicians seeking to refine their skills and improve adhesive for exceptional restorations.

From CBCT to Chairside: Real-World Implant Planning, Guides, and Logistics
Presenter: Dr. Joshua Nagao
Sponsor: Carestream Dental
Mon  7/20/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Mon  7/20/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
This clinical, workflow-focused CE webinar walks through how CBCT is integrated into everyday implant dentistry - from diagnosis and case selection to virtual planning and guided placement. Attendees will see how cone beam data is used to evaluate anatomy, assess risk, and determine restorative-driven implant positioning. The webinar will feature a "scan to plan" demonstration: opening implant planning software, reviewing a CBCT scan, and virtually placing an implant in real time, with discussion of key landmarks, safety zones, and restorative considerations, including guide fabrication. Guided workflows will be covered in detail, including when to place freehand vs. guided, how guides are designed, and the steps involved in guide fabrication - whether produced in-house or through a lab/third-party service.

And the Answer Is... It Depends! Answers to Your Questions About Dental Implant Maintenance
Presenter: Lynn Pencek, RDH, MS
Sponsor: VOCO America
Wed  7/22/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Wed  7/22/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
Discover why there are conflicting opinions on caring for patients with dental implants. This exclusive CE webinar is designed specifically to address the real questions and concerns of dental hygienists like you! In 2024, a survey gathered insights from over 600 dental hygienists, revealing the most pressing inquiries about education, workplace experiences, and best practices in dental implant maintenance. This webinar brings those questions to the forefront, offering expert guidance and evidence-based strategies to enhance your knowledge and elevate your patient care. Join us for a deep dive into dental implants, where you'll gain invaluable insights, practical techniques, and the confidence to excel in implant maintenance and treatment.

Modern Pain Management in Dental Anesthesia: Faster Onset, Greater Comfort
Presenter: Dr. Dilip Dudhat
Sponsor: Pierrel S.p.A.
Mon  7/27/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Mon  7/27/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
Achieving profound, predictable local anesthesia is essential to providing exceptional patient care. This CE webinar explores the science behind successful anesthesia by examining how tissue pH and nerve membrane physiology influence anesthetic onset and effectiveness. Participants will learn practical techniques, including buffering strategies, to reduce time-to-numbness and improve the reliability of local anesthetic delivery. The webinar will also discuss methods for minimizing injection discomfort and patient anxiety to create a more positive clinical experience and enhance treatment acceptance. Finally, attendees will compare articaine with other commonly used amide anesthetics, evaluating their efficacy, safety, and cost considerations to support informed clinical decision-making.

Featured On-Demand CE Webinars
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 Smile Makeovers Simplified
Presenter: Dr. Lundon Albrecht
Sponsor: Premier Dental
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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What if there was a way to do cosmetic bonding quickly and predictable in a few minutes? Finally, there is! Be one of the first in your area to use this new innovative technique. Take the stress out of anterior restorations and composite smile makeovers. Not only will you learn something new, but your patients will also benefit greatly from your new skill. With this simplified technique, you will fall in love with making your patients smile.






What’s Your ADPIE? – Part II: Perfecting Your Practice with Implementation and Evaluation
Presenter: Dr. Joy Void-Holmes, RDH, BSDH, DHSc
Sponsor: VOCO America
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Part two of this two-part CE webinar series addresses the critical phases of implementation and evaluation in the dental hygiene process of care. Participants will explore advanced practices for clinical applications, examine the integration of cutting-edge technologies, and learn how to enhance patient-centered outcomes. Workflow optimization strategies specific to these stages will also be highlighted, focusing on increasing operational effectiveness and clinical efficiency. This course encourages the adoption of continuous innovation and professional growth, inspiring attendees to apply advanced strategies that elevate their practice and open new professional opportunities. An in-depth review of relevant CDT codes is included to ensure accurate billing and financial success. While tailored for dental hygienists, this course provides dentists with actionable insights to better guide and support the hygienists on their teams, fostering a more cohesive and productive practice environment.






Cements Made Simple: Breaking Down Modern Cementation and Bonding Protocols
Presenter: Dr. Chad Duplantis
Sponsor: VOCO America
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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With so many choices in materials and available cements, chaos may ensue when deciding to lute or bond each restoration. There has to be a better way to understand and ensure long-term success for our restorations. This CE webinar is designed for the attendee to gain confidence in their cement selection and handling of each restoration.

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Series: VOCO America CE Credits: 0.5
Guest: Dr. Susan McMahon
Today, we’re tackling a question every restorative dentist has asked at some point: can one composite really do it all? For decades, we’ve accepted tradeoffs—great polish but limited strength, strong posterior composites with compromised esthetics. But composite technology has come a long way. According to our guest, Dr Susan McMahon, we’ve reached a point where a single universal composite can handle virtually every direct restorative case—and on top of that deliver stellar results. So if you’re looking to simplify your restorative workflow without compromising outcomes, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
Series: VOCO America CE Credits: 0.5
Guest: Dr. Lauren Rainey and Dr. Mauricio Watanabe
Today we’ll explore why direct composite procedures are quickly becoming a preferred alternative to traditional indirect restorations—and how you can use hybrid techniques like deep margin elevation and model-based composite crowns to deliver exceptional results without prepping away valuable tooth structure or sending cases to the lab. Joining us are two experienced clinicians, Dr Lauren Rainey and Dr Mauricio Watanabe. They will share how the use of highly filled nanocomposite materials in their techniques are transforming the way they restore teeth—and why patients are loving the results.
Series: DMG America CE Credits: 0.25
Guest: Irene Iancu, BSc, RRDH, CTDP, OM
We've all seen the white spot lesions on our patients teeth. By any measure, they're not particularly aesthetic and most patients would love them to disappear. So why is it that for a large majority of patients that are actually visiting their dentist regularly, these lesions persist and essentially detract from their smile. The only logical answer I can come up with is that many dentists are not utilizing something called resin infiltration. It's a simple procedure that is remarkably effective in essentially making white spot lesions disappear. To tell us all about it is our guest Irene Iancu. Irene is a Canadian RRDH and entrepreneur with experience in various specialties like Pediatrics, Orthodontics, and Periodontics, she has combined all these elements in her start-up dental practice in Toronto, Toothlife Studio. Irene is an international speaker, key opinion leader, host of the Tooth or Dare podcast and creates educational content on all social platforms under the handle @toothlife.irene.
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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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