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Live Dental Webinars  (Showing Next 5 Upcoming)

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.


Non-Invasive Airway Remodeling - Er:YAG Laser Therapy for Treatment of Primary Snoring
Presenter: Dr. Georgi Tomov
Sponsor: Light Instruments
Tue  10/20/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Tue  10/20/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
Snoring is a widespread condition associated with vibration of the soft tissues of the upper airway, particularly the uvula and soft palate, during sleep. Traditional surgical interventions may involve significant morbidity, driving interest in minimally invasive and non-invasive alternatives. This CE webinar explores the clinical application of non-ablative 2940 nm Er:YAG laser therapy as an outpatient approach for the management of primary snoring. The procedure utilizes sub-ablative settings to deliver controlled thermal energy to the oral mucosa and underlying connective tissues. This targeted heating is intended to stimulate collagen remodeling and neocollagenesis, contributing to tightening of the soft palate and surrounding tissues and reducing their tendency to vibrate during sleep.


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.


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.


The Sterilization Blind Spot: 10 Common Risks Dental Practices Overlook
Presenter: Amanda Hill, BSDH, RDH CDIPC
Sponsor: Midmark Dental
Mon  10/26/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Mon  10/26/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
Is your sterilization process as inspection-ready as you think? In this CE webinar, explore 10 common instrument processing and sterilization risks identified in dental practices and learn practical strategies to address gaps in reprocessing, monitoring, documentation, storage and equipment maintenance - helping your team build safer, more consistent processes and be better prepared when an inspector arrives.


Featured On-Demand CE Webinars






Beyond the Gums: Airway, Inflammation, and Periodontal Disease - Part 1
Presenter: LD Coaching (DA)
Sponsor: VOCO America
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Periodontal disease is no longer understood as a condition driven by biofilm alone. Emerging evidence continues to highlight the role of airway dysfunction, altered breathing patterns, and chronic inflammation as contributing risk factors to periodontal breakdown. This two-part CE webinar series explores the airway-inflammation-periodontal connection through a prevention-focused, hygiene-centered lens. Participants will learn how mouth breathing and sleep-disordered breathing influence the oral microbiome, salivary function, and inflammatory burden, and how these changes present clinically during routine hygiene visits. Dental hygienists will gain practical tools for recognizing airway-related red flags, implementing simple screening strategies within their scope, communicating findings confidently with patients, and integrating prevention-based periodontal care models that support long-term stability.







CBCT Essentials: Techniques for Accurate Diagnosis and Risk Management
Presenter: Dr. Nicholas Colvin
Sponsor: Air Techniques
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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This CE webinar covers key considerations for using cone beam computed tomography in clinical practice. Understanding these topics will enable you to maximize the benefits of your cone beam for both you and your patients.







Aligner Attachments Perfected: Stop Stressing & Stop Guessing!
Presenter: Dr. Foroud Hakim
Sponsor: VOCO America
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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The global clear aligner market is anticipated to reach a staggering $6.84 billion annually by 2028. Translation, millions of new cases will be initiated annually by both GPs and Orthodontists each year. Whether you are just tip toeing into these waters, or fully immersed, it’s critical to understand that successful case outcomes depend heavily on the mechanical advantage provided by leveraging attachments during treatment.


Featured Podcast Episodes
Series: VOCO America CE Credits: 0.5
Guest: Lynn Pencek, RDH, MS
Dental implants have transformed restorative dentistry, but placing an implant is only the beginning. The real challenge—and the key to long-term success—is proper maintenance. Yet many clinicians are still relying on protocols they learned years ago, despite growing evidence that some traditional techniques, instruments, and even preventive products may do more harm than good. So what should today's implant maintenance protocol actually look like? Joining us is dental hygienist Lynn Pencek, who brings a unique combination of clinical experience and industry expertise. Lynn is passionate about helping hygienists and dentists cut through the confusion surrounding implant maintenance with practical, evidence-based guidance. In this episode, we'll explore why implant maintenance remains such a misunderstood topic, uncover the truth behind metallosis and tribo-corrosion, discuss how instrument and polishing choices can impact implant surfaces, examine the surprising relationship between fluoride and titanium implants, and reveal the modern protocols every practice should be implementing to help ensure long-term implant success.

Series: VOCO America CE Credits: 0.5
Guest: Dr. Jennifer Derse
Part of the strategy of a successful practice, as our guest points out, is to get the patient to become part of the conversation. This of course helps with case acceptance and patient satisfaction. We'll be talking about the importance of cusp protection in our restorations and why it's so important to consider a crown versus composite restorative. We'll also discuss how the standardization of dental materials within a given practice helps improve efficiency and productivity.
Dr. Derse is a mentor at the Kois Center in Seattle, WA and has lectured internationally on cosmetics, restorative dentistry, aligner therapy, and case presentation and acceptance.

Series: VOCO America CE Credits: 0.5
Guest: Dr. Susan McMahon
Our guest, Dr. Susan McMahon, has mastered how to leverage 3D printing technology in her practice. She’ll share how 3D printing has made her provisionals exceptional and how it has transformed her indirect restorative workflow. Dr. McMahon has been honored as a Top U.S. Dentist more than 20 times and has been voted by her peers as a Top Pittsburgh Dentist every year for over two decades.

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Today's Webinar(s)
Biofilm Management in Modern Periodontal and Peri-Implant Therapy
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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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