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NSK America
Digitally Guided Full Arches and Effortless Precision to Deliver Predictable Outcomes
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VOCO America
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
Live Dental Webinars  (Showing Next 5 Upcoming)

Bonding to Primary Teeth: Why It’s Harder and How to Make It Work
Presenter: Dr. Ryan Cormack
Sponsor: Bisco
Thu  4/23/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Thu  4/23/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
Bonding procedures that perform reliably in permanent teeth can be less predictable when applied to primary teeth. Many clinicians experience frustrations such as early sealant loss, marginal breakdown of pediatric restorations, and bonding failures that seem difficult to explain. Differences in enamel structure, dentin composition, and the clinical conditions commonly encountered in pediatric dentistry create unique challenges for achieving durable adhesion. As a result, clinicians often face issues such as reduced sealant retention, restoration failure, and sensitivity to moisture contamination during pediatric bonding procedures. This CE webinar examines the structural and chemical differences between primary and permanent teeth and how those differences influence adhesive performance. Participants will review the science behind enamel etching, dentin bonding, and hybrid layer formation in primary teeth, along with practical strategies to improve bond reliability in everyday pediatric practice. The webinar will also explore common causes of bonding failure and practical techniques that help clinicians achieve more consistent outcomes. Real-world protocols will be discussed for managing moisture contamination, optimizing etch patterns, and selecting adhesive materials that support reliable bonding in young patients. Attendees will gain practical insights that can improve restoration longevity, enhance sealant retention, and reduce clinical frustration when bonding to primary teeth.


The Top Ergonomic Mistakes in Dentistry and How to Fix Them
Presenter: Stephanie Botts, RDH, BSDH, CEAS
Sponsor: Midmark Dental
Tue  4/28/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Tue  4/28/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
Musculoskeletal pain is nearly universal in dentistry but it doesn’t have to be. In this CE webinar, we’ll break down the top ergonomic mistakes dental clinicians make every day, including forward head posture, shoulder strain, twisting, reaching, and poor patient positioning. During this CE webinar, you’ll learn how operatory layout and equipment design can either contribute to these patterns or dramatically reduce them. Through real clinical examples, we’ll explore how proper chair positioning, delivery setup, lighting alignment, and movement strategies can support neutral posture and long-term career longevity.


The Silver Lining: Simplifying DSO Dental Unit Waterline Workflow
Presenter: Angela Simmons
Sponsor: Solmetex
Wed  4/29/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Wed  4/29/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
Inconsistent dental waterline management across multiple practice locations poses a significant risk to compliance and production. This CE webinar provides Dental Support Organizations (DSOs) with a roadmap to unify their protocols using a simple and cohesive solution that will become the standard for successful multi-practice waterline safety. Reduce manual steps and complex maintenance with silver-ion technology that supports a streamlined, compatible product suite that saves time and guarantees reliable results.


Keys to Master Anterior Composites
Presenter: Dr. Luana Oliveira-Haas
Sponsor: Ivoclar
Wed  5/6/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Wed  5/6/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
Enhancing or restoring a smile with direct composite resins can be challenging. This CE webinar has been specially designed to present the most up-to-date protocols for direct anterior composite restorations employing simplified techniques to ensure consistent and predictable outcomes. You will gain insight into injectable composite, layered composite techniques for composite veneers and Class IV, the use of diagnostic mock-ups, and effective finishing and polishing techniques. You will understand how to incorporate long-lasting and tooth-like direct composite to your daily practice as a reliable alternative to ceramic while practicing minimally invasive dentistry.


Caries and Hypersensitivity Solutions: Navigating CDT Codes with Confidence
Presenter: Kathy S. Forbes, RDH, BS
Sponsor: VOCO America
Thu  5/7/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Thu  5/7/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
Dental hygienists play a vital role in delivering preventive oral health care. In recent years, the number of CDT procedure codes related to preventive procedures and products has expanded significantly. Many hygienists may not be fully aware of ADA’s Current Dental Terminology (CDT) descriptors, which outline the rationale and mechanisms of action for these products. As more patients express concerns about fluoride use in caries management, they are turning to hygienists for alternative recommendations to protect against decay. Which products should you choose, and which CDT procedure codes apply? Similarly, hypersensitivity complaints are on the rise. Patients often report, “My teeth are sensitive when you touch them.” What products can you recommend chairside? Which can be sent home? And how do you document the appropriate CDT procedure code? This CE webinar also introduces ICD-10-CM diagnostic codes that will support the medical necessity of preventive and therapeutic procedures. With insurance carriers starting to require these diagnostic codes on the updated 2024 Dental Claim form (Box 34a), understanding how to integrate them into documentation is essential for accurate claim submission and compliance.


Featured On-Demand CE Webinars






A Mock-Up–Driven Approach to Veneer Preparation and Bonding
Presenter: Dr. Todd Snyder
Sponsor: Bisco
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Veneer longevity is determined by what we bond to and how teeth are prepared - long before cementation begins. This focused CE webinar presents a mock-up–driven veneer workflow, demonstrating how diagnostic planning and preparation design create optimal bonding conditions for predictable esthetics and long-term success. Attendees will gain a clinically practical framework for making bonding and preparation decisions that directly influence veneer performance and durability.







Minimally Invasive Workflows for Better Treatment of Enamel Defects
Presenter: Dr. Kiran Shankla
Sponsor: DMG America
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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This CE webinar offers a comprehensive exploration of techniques for managing enamel defects including molar incisor hypomineralization (MIH). Focusing on the causes, diagnosis and treatment of white spot lesions and hypo mineralised enamel. Attendees will gain insight into the treatment process and protocols for MIH using the latest advancements in resin infiltration and 3D printing custom bleaching trays.







Revolutionizing Restorative Dentistry: Unlocking the Power of Nano-ORMOCER
Presenter: Dr. Martin Jablow
Sponsor: VOCO America
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Nano-ORMOCER technology is an all-ceramic direct restorative material that helps simplify your restorative needs while saving you time and money. This one size fits many restorative material will simplify your direct composite procedures.


Featured Podcast Episodes
Series: Bisco CE Credits: 0.25
Guest: Dr. Todd Snyder
When it comes to choosing the right material for your veneer or crown it can get a little tricky. Lately, it's been a contest between zirconia and lithium disilicate. There are definite clinical indications for each. And the other question is do we bond or use traditional cements. To give his perspective on all this is our guest is Dr. Todd Snyder. Dr Snyder is a popular speaker on Viva Learning.com, a cosmetic dentist, international author, lecturer and consultant to dental companies. He hosts a weekly podcast, Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of Dentistry. You can reach Dr. Snyder at: www.Legion.Dentist.

Series: VOCO America CE Credits: 0.5
Guest: Linda Chandler-Jacobs, BS, RDH
In today’s episode, we’re addressing an often-overlooked topic in dentistry—managing dental patients with Sickle Cell Disease and Sickle Cell Trait. These patients face unique challenges, and unfortunately, many are turned away from dental practices simply because their condition isn’t well understood. Our guest, Linda Chandler, RDH, s a graduate of the University of Texas School of Dental Hygiene, past President of the Southeast National Dental Hygiene Association, author, educator and voted top hygienist of the year 2012.

Series: GC America CE Credits: 0.25
Guest: Dr. Brian Novy
Remineralization of teeth is a natural process through which essential minerals, such as calcium and phosphate, are deposited back into the enamel, effectively reversing early stages of tooth decay. What can we do as hygienists and dentists to augment this natural process? According to our expert speaker, Dr. Brian Novy, it is a multifactorial approach which involves good communication with the patient and using the right therapeutics. Listen in to hear what the expert has to say.

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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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