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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)

Maximizing Dental Suction and Safety: A New Approach to Amalgam Separation
Presenter: Dr. Marie Fluent
Sponsor: Air Techniques
Tue  10/13/26    8:30 PM ET    5:30 PM PT
Wed  10/14/26    0:30 AM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
This one-hour CE webinar introduces a revolutionary, filter-free amalgam separation system designed to operate independently of your central vacuum. Participants will explore how bypassing the central vacuum optimizes aerosol capture and maintains peak suction performance without clogging from prophylaxis paste. The webinar highlights critical infection control advantages, including the reduction of saliva, blood, and contaminated aerosols at the clinical site, and enhances operator visualization and patient comfort. Additionally, attendees will learn how this technology lowers amalgam recycling costs and prevents toxic waste from entering municipal water systems and supports environmental sustainability.


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.


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. The webinar will review patient selection criteria, the biological mechanisms and laser-tissue interactions involved, recommended treatment parameters, the clinical procedure step by step, safety considerations, and the available scientific evidence regarding treatment outcomes and durability. This CE webinar will provide clinicians with an evidence-based understanding of non-invasive Er:YAG laser therapy for the management of primary snoring. The learning objectives include understanding the mechanisms responsible for snoring, patient selection, the biological effects of non-ablative Er:YAG laser energy on oral tissues, and the clinical protocol for Er:YAG laser therapy. Participants will also learn how to evaluate treatment outcomes, safety considerations, and the current evidence regarding efficacy and durability.


Featured On-Demand CE Webinars






Fibre-Reinforced Direct Bridges: New Techniques for Success
Presenter: Dr. Marvin Chacon
Sponsor: VOCO America
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Fibre-reinforced direct bridges (FRDB’s) have shown good performance in clinical applications, capable of overcoming functional masticatory loading with a more biomimetic behavior than rigid metallic or full ceramic prostheses. Its retention relies on adhesive capacity which allows a lower tooth structure removal than conventional alternatives, as minimal or no sound tooth structure preparation is needed on the abutment.







Unlocking the 3D Advantage: A Comprehensive Review
Presenter: Dr. Nicholas Colvin
Sponsor: Air Techniques
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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This CE webinar covers the pros and cons of 3D imaging vs. 2D imaging, while building on previous topics covered in the first webinar. At the end we will consider the implications of these modalities when it comes to assessing for pathology in the oral and maxillofacial region.







From Bud to Blossom: Exploring the Oral-Systemic Link in Women’s Health
Presenter: Melissa Calhoun, RDH
Sponsor: VOCO America
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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This comprehensive CE webinar explores the unique oral health challenges that arise during key hormonal phases in a woman's life: puberty, pregnancy, and menopause. Participants will gain insight into the biological mechanisms behind oral-systemic changes, identify gender-specific risk factors, and learn evidence-based strategies for prevention, treatment, and patient education. Emphasis is placed on interdisciplinary collaboration, lifespan oral health promotion, and culturally sensitive care for female patients.


Featured Podcast Episodes
Series: VOCO America CE Credits: 0.5
Guest: Dr. Howard Glazer
Today we'll be talking to Dr. Howard Glazer. a knowledgeable, candid and entertaining dentist who has been practicing for 50 years! We'll touch on the high points of provisional materials, tissue retraction, lasers, handpieces, curing lights, and patient management tools. Dr. Howard Glazer is a Fellow and past president of the Academy of General Dentistry, an internationally known clinician, educator and author He publishes a bi-monthly column in Dental Economics entitled “I Have It…You Need It!” where he shares his opinion and experiences on materials, products and techniques that will make your day easier, more productive and rewarding. He maintains a general practice in Fort Lee, NJ.

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.

Series: COLTENE CE Credits: 0.5
Guest: Dr. Christopher Pescatore
Our guest, Dr. Chris Pescatore, is using nothing more than his iPad and an off-the-shelf app to perform digital diagnostic wax-ups—right in front of his patients—in only a matter of minutes. This isn’t just a tool for planning aesthetics, prep design and occlusal adjustments—it’s also a powerful way to wow patients. In fact, Dr. Pescatore’s case acceptance rate has been hovering close to 100%. Stay tuned to learn how Dr. Pescatore has integrated this simple, inexpensive piece of technology into his daily practice—and why it’s become a true game-changer for both him and his patients. You can learn more about Dr. Pescatore's course on this topic by visiting The Center at Dental Ceramics https://www.thecenteratdentalceramics.com/upcoming-courses.

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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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