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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)

Innovative Approaches to Early Caries Management
Presenter: Lisa Mayo, RDH, BSDH, MHA
Sponsor: vVardis
Wed  10/14/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Wed  10/14/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
This 1 hour CE webinar examines current and emerging methodologies for the detection and non-invasive management of early dental caries. Participants will review recent evidence supporting minimally invasive interventions in comparison to traditional methodologies and discuss clinical protocols that preserve natural tooth structure while improving long-term outcomes.


Highly Esthetic Tooth and Implant-supported Restorations: An Update on the Latest Materials, Workflows, and Techniques for 2026
Presenter: Dr. Julian Conejo
Sponsor: Kuraray Noritake
Thu  10/15/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Thu  10/15/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
A step by step digital workflow to improve success rates on single and multiple-unit tooth and implant restorations will be presented. The main objective of this CE webinar is to show how treatment time optimization and better clinical outcomes are possible with the implementation of digital tools. This webinar will show how to collect patient's initial data to create the "Digital Clone", discussing key points from photography setups to intraoral scanning tips and tricks for better communication with the dental laboratory. Design and fabrication of highly esthetic provisional and definitive restorations with 3D printed and milled material options will be explained to improve clinical efficiency on tooth and implant-supported restorations.


Biofilm Management in Modern Periodontal and Peri-Implant Therapy
Presenter: Dr. Andrea Ravidà
Sponsor: EMS Dental
Mon  10/19/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Mon  10/19/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
Modern periodontal and peri-implant therapy is increasingly guided by biologically driven, minimally invasive principles aimed at effective biofilm disruption while preserving hard and soft tissues. The integration of piezoelectric instrumentation and air-polishing technologies allows clinicians to tailor biofilm management strategies according to the specific clinical indication. This CE webinar will describe the application of thin piezoelectric instrumentation for minimally invasive non-surgical periodontal therapy. The role of subgingival air polishing in the management of peri-implant mucositis will be discussed, with an emphasis on effective biofilm disruption while preserving implant surface integrity. In more advanced peri-implant disease, supra- and submucosal air-polishing approaches will be illustrated as part of a structured therapeutic protocol. Through clinical cases and protocol-based workflows, the webinar will demonstrate how the appropriate selection and integration of these technologies, guided by biological rationale and disease severity, can enhance precision, tissue preservation, and long-term periodontal and peri-implant stability.


When Orthodontics Meets Aesthetics: Technology Shaping the Future of Cosmetic Dentistry
Presenter: Dr. Joseph Vargo and Dr. Stephen Shaw
Sponsor: Solventum (formerly 3M Health Care)
Wed  10/21/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Wed  10/21/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
Two colleagues discuss recent advancements in technology-driven approaches to moving and reshaping teeth. Direct-printed clear aligner therapy is being adopted by a growing number of practitioners in both orthodontic and general practice settings. Dr. Vargo, a seasoned orthodontist, shares how printed aligners have influenced his daily treatment decisions and how this category of appliance differs from thermoformed systems currently available. Dr. Shaw, a general dentist of 25 years who recently incorporated printed aligner therapy into his practice, discusses the clinical outcomes he has observed. Together they review how they evaluate which cases carry a high probability of success and how they approach limiting treatment times and revisions. They also address referral relationships between general practice and orthodontics, and a team-based approach to case generation. Dr. Shaw will also cover minimally invasive cosmetic veneer technique using a custom, digitally designed 3D-printed matrix to injection mold chairside composite veneers - a technique he has used for nearly a decade. He will review the current generation of this matrix technology and discuss workflow considerations for no-prep and minimal-prep composite veneers, including factors relevant to clinicians new to the technique.


From Overwhelm to Comfort: Creating Sensory-Friendly Dental Environments
Presenter: Jeannette Diaz-Olivera, DHSc, MPH, RDHAP, FADHA
Sponsor: GUM
Thu  10/22/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Thu  10/22/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
Dental fear and anxiety are among the most common reasons patients delay or avoid oral healthcare. The dental environment is filled with sensory stimuli, including bright lights, unfamiliar sounds, smells, tastes, and touch sensations that can contribute to distress and discomfort. For individuals who are neurodivergent, have intellectual or developmental disabilities, have experienced trauma, or experience heightened anxiety, sensory processing differences may further impact their ability to tolerate dental treatment. This CE webinar introduces dental professionals to the role of sensory processing in the patient experience. It explores evidence-based sensory adaptations that can reduce anxiety, improve cooperation, and support more positive dental visits. Participants will learn practical, low-cost strategies to create a more sensory-friendly clinical environment and enhance patient-centered care for individuals across the lifespan.


Featured On-Demand CE Webinars






Aesthetic Approach for Full Arch Digital Workflow
Presenter: Aleksandra Polczynski, CDT
Sponsor: GC America
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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This comprehensive CE webinar is designed for clinicians and dental technicians looking to enhance their skills in full arch digital workflows. Also, covering the art of characterizing full-arch provisional restorations using light-cured stains. Aesthetic excellence is crucial in modern dentistry, and the ability to create natural and lifelike restorations is in high demand. This webinar will discuss how immediate full-arch rehabilitation has been revolutionized by digital workflows. Through this webinar, participants will learn to master the techniques required to achieve beautiful, patient-ready restorations.







Direct Resin Artistry: Creating Life Like Restorations
Presenter: Dr. Jeffrey Lineberry
Sponsor: DMG America
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Patients present to our offices almost daily with anterior teeth that need restorations, including ones that replace a portion of the tooth that is readily visible to the patient and others. In these cases, we can choose to restore the area with a direct or indirect restoration. Indirect restorations are managed often times by a ceramist, but direct restorations require a thorough knowledge of the material and the understanding of effective layering to achieve a restoration that blends in naturally with the sounding tooth structure. In this CE webinar, we will utilize a restorative material that simplifies the layering techniques to achieve an outstanding result.







When You Get Close to the Pulp, Don’t Let It Spoil Your Day
Presenter: Dr. Scott Coleman
Sponsor: Bisco
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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The most used materials in today’s general practice are burs, bonding agents, and composites for direct restorations. The evolution of this group of materials, in particular, is amazing. Today’s light cure resins are light years ahead of the materials that we thought were great 20 years ago. The evolution of materials includes base or lining materials when the proximity to the pulp requires some form of pulpal protection. Calcium has been proven to be a critical adjunct to the armamentarium of all general dentists performing routine decay excavation and tooth restoration. This CE webinar is designed for the busy dentist who wants to stay current with the available materials and concepts of efficient placement of tooth-colored restorations. We will discuss what matters most in pulpal protection material selection, depending upon location and occlusal load put on the restoration. Reduction and elimination of post-operative sensitivity will be addressed.


Featured Podcast Episodes
Series: VOCO America CE Credits: 0.5
Guest: Dr. Joshua Austin
Dentists face significantly higher rates of depression, anxiety, and burnout than the general population—and it’s something we don’t talk about enough. Our guest today is Dr. Joshua Austin, a full-time restorative dentist. He lectures nationally and internationally on clinical dentistry and mental health. Dr. Austin understands the pressures of operating a dental practice firsthand. After going through a period of intense stress, he realized something had to change. He made the decision to rebuild—not just his practice, but his life. Today, we’re going to hear that story—the struggles, the wake-up call, and the intentional steps he took to find joy in dentistry again.

Series: VOCO America CE Credits: 0.5
Guest: Dr. Avi Patel
In this episode, we take a real-world, no-hype look at what it actually takes for general dentists to succeed with aligners. We talk about why our guest first brought clear aligner therapy into his practice, the game-changing role of mentorship, common mistakes that can derail cases, and practical clinical pearls—especially when it comes to attachments and case selection. Our guest is Dr. Avi Patel, general dentist and founder of Clear Aligner Advisor. He’s helped hundreds of dentists successfully integrate aligner therapy into their practices through hands-on training, mentorship, and real-world implementation support. Dr. Patel can be reached at https://www.clearaligneradvisor.co/

Series: DMG America CE Credits: 0.5
Guest: Dr. Julia Latham
Today we'll be discussing the benefits of 3D printing, and how it simplifies office workflow, increases efficiency, and allows dentists to provide the highest quality care to their patients. We will also detail the different applications 3D printing can be used for, as well as the specific steps involved. Our guest is Dr. Julia Latham, a general dentist and partner in a 5-doctor, 16-operatory practice in Stratford, Connecticut. She has completed many postdoctoral courses in orthodontics and is an Invisalign platinum provider.

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Today's Webinar(s)
Innovative Approaches to Early Caries Management
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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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