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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)

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.


Featured On-Demand CE Webinars






To Cement or Adhere Zirconia: What Are My Options?
Presenter: Dr. Todd Snyder
Sponsor: Bisco
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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There is a lot of confusion regarding how to connect a zirconia restoration to a tooth. Some of the concepts that will be covered are how do you clean or decontaminate the zirconia to what type of cement to use, and can you actually bond to zirconia? This CE webinar will eliminate confusion of how to best deliver a zirconia restoration with various types of materials and preparation designs so that you can remove all of your questions and concerns so that you can become confident with your materials and techniques.







The Golden Age of Composite Dentistry
Presenter: Dr. Peter Auster
Sponsor: VOCO America
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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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.







Fluoride and Fluoride-Free Alternatives: Personalizing Care to Meet Individual Patient Needs
Presenter: LaVerne Thomas, RDH
Sponsor: VOCO America
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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As the demand for individualized and holistic oral care continues to grow, dental professionals must be prepared to address diverse patient preferences and questions surrounding fluoride. This engaging, evidence-based CE webinar explores the science behind remineralization and compares the efficacy of fluoride with emerging alternatives like calcium phosphate technologies, hydroxyapatite, and xylitol. Attendees will gain practical strategies to tailor care based on age, health status, caries risk, and patient concerns—while reinforcing the role of prevention in enamel health.


Featured Podcast Episodes
Series: Bisco CE Credits: 0.5
Guest: Dr. Scott Coleman
In this episode, we’ll explore evidence-based strategies for pulp protection, discuss when and how to use liners, and break down adhesive dentistry protocols that can significantly reduce the risk of post-op sensitivity. Joining us is Dr. Scott Coleman, a general dentist who has practiced in Houston, Texas, for over 40 years. A graduate of the University of Texas Dental School, Dr. Coleman is a respected key opinion leader, sought-after speaker, and past president of the Academy of General Dentistry.

Series: VOCO America CE Credits: 0.5
Guest: Alicia Murria, RDH, MS
In today’s episode, we’re exploring the transformative role technology plays in elevating the patient experience—helping create more meaningful interactions, better outcomes, and stronger trust in the care being delivered. When dental hygienists actively engage with cutting-edge technology and the clinical tools that come with it, they not only improve patient education, case acceptance, and compliance, but also help streamline insurance claim approvals and enhance overall clinical efficiency. In doing so, many hygienists gain a renewed perspective on their profession—often leading to greater career fulfillment and satisfaction. Our guest is Alicia Murria, RDH, with a masters in dental hygiene. She can be reached at aliciamurria.com.

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.

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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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