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Live Dental Webinars  (Showing Next 5 Upcoming)

Modern Pain Management in Dental Anesthesia: Faster Onset, Greater Comfort
Presenter: Dr. Dilip Dudhat
Sponsor: Pierrel S.p.A.
Mon  7/27/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Mon  7/27/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
Achieving profound, predictable local anesthesia is essential to providing exceptional patient care. This CE webinar explores the science behind successful anesthesia by examining how tissue pH and nerve membrane physiology influence anesthetic onset and effectiveness. Participants will learn practical techniques, including buffering strategies, to reduce time-to-numbness and improve the reliability of local anesthetic delivery. The webinar will also discuss methods for minimizing injection discomfort and patient anxiety to create a more positive clinical experience and enhance treatment acceptance. Finally, attendees will compare articaine with other commonly used amide anesthetics, evaluating their efficacy, safety, and cost considerations to support informed clinical decision-making.


Efficiency and Versatility in Cementation: Practical Solutions for Everyday Clinical Practice
Presenter: Dr. Lee Ann Brady
Sponsor: Kulzer
Tue  7/28/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Tue  7/28/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
This CE webinar will address common challenges faced in everyday cementation and discuss key criteria for selecting cementation materials in modern restorative dentistry. Participants will gain a clear understanding of simplified cementation protocols and their clinical benefits, as well as appropriate material indications across different restorative solutions and clinical scenarios. A step by step clinical workflow will be presented to support consistent and predictable outcomes, along with practical tips to improve efficiency and reduce chair time. The webinar will also include case based discussions to translate concepts into clinical practice, followed by a live Q&A to address participants' questions and real world concerns.


From Preference to Prevention: How Patient Experience Drives Home Care Compliance
Presenter: Dr. Connie Wang
Sponsor: Cocolab
Mon  8/3/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Mon  8/3/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
Why do some patients maintain excellent home care habits while others struggle to stay consistent? This webinar explores the behavioral science behind oral health compliance, examining how patient preferences, habits, and reward systems influence daily home care routines. Participants will gain insight into the common reasons flossing and other preventive behaviors break down over time and learn practical strategies for guiding patients toward lasting change. Through a behavior-based approach, attendees will discover how to improve patient engagement, strengthen recommendations, and select tools that support long-term success. By understanding what truly motivates patients, dental professionals can help transform home care from an occasional intention into a sustainable preventive habit.


Confidence, Clarity, Acceptance: A Practical Guide to Clear Aligner Case Presentation and Treatment
Presenter: Dr. Zachary Currie
Sponsor: Solventum (formerly 3M Health Care)
Tue  8/4/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Tue  8/4/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
This CE webinar provides clinicians with a practical framework for elevating their clear aligner practice and improving patient outcomes. Dr. Currie will present four interconnected strategies covering effective case presentation, increasing treatment acceptance, building clinical confidence through improved case selection and treatment planning, and enhancing the patient experience through better aligner tracking and monitoring. Attendees will leave with actionable techniques to strengthen communication, improve diagnostic workflows, and deliver more predictable results across a wider range of clear aligner cases.


Universally Speaking: Let’s Get Universal with Adhesives and Composites
Presenter: Dr. Lauren Yasuda Rainey
Sponsor: VOCO America
Wed  8/5/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT
Wed  8/5/26    11:00 PM UTC
CE Credits: 1 Interactive CEU
From simplified workflows to dependable clinical performance, this fast-paced CE webinar breaks down why universal adhesives and composites are quickly becoming the go-to materials - and why they may deserve a permanent spot in your restorative playlist.


Featured On-Demand CE Webinars






The ABC’s of Adhesive Bonding and Cementation
Presenter: Dr. Thomas Dudney
Sponsor: Bisco
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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As adhesives and cements continue to evolve, change, and improve, it becomes more difficult for restorative dentists to keep up with the latest advances. With increasingly higher patient expectations for long term clinical success, it is important that dentists have an understanding of these materials in order to make sound decisions on what to use when and why. This CE webinar will discuss the different generations of adhesives and categories of cements including those with bioactive properties. Clinical cases will be shown to demonstrate the use of these adhesives and cements including the proper protocols that must be followed.







Oral Wellness from Bump to Baby: A Guide to Maternal and Infant Oral Health
Presenter: Melissa Calhoun, RDH
Sponsor: VOCO America
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Embark on a transformative journey to enhance your maternal and infant oral health expertise. Explore the pivotal role of oral hygiene during pregnancy, unlocking insights into key oral findings unique to expectant mothers. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the intricate relationship between maternal oral health and its profound impact on infant oral well-being. This CE webinar empowers participants to evaluate and dispel common pregnancy and dental care myths. With evidence-based guidelines and practical knowledge, dental professionals will be equipped to provide optimal care, fostering a continuum of oral health excellence from pregnancy to infancy. Enrich your practice and join us in advancing maternal and infant oral health together.







Zirconia vs. Lithium Disilicate: Different Cementation Protocols Required
Presenter: Dr. Gary Radz
Sponsor: Bisco
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Zirconia and lithium disilicate (eMax and others) are the two most common direct restorative materials. Predictable long term cementation success is dependent on the proper pre-cementation treatment and understanding the different cement options available. As we currently do not have a universal it is important to understand the different cement options to make an informed decision. This CE webinar is designed to review the proper pre-cementation protocols and discuss the different cement categories to help the viewer create a workflow and thought process that will increase the predictability of their restorations.


Featured Podcast Episodes
Series: Bisco CE Credits: 0.5
Guest: Dr. Sheila Samaddar
Dr. Sheila Samaddar, a GP, shares how aligners have been a huge benefit to her practice, but she’s also candid about the challenges. She walks us through the key things every GP should know before diving into clear aligner therapy, plus some of her favorite products and tools that help her get the best results. Dr. Samaddar is internationally recognized and published by Invisalign for Top Case results annually for the last several years, as well as having a Top 10 case with the American Academy of Clear Aligners.

Series: VOCO America CE Credits: 0.5
Guest: Dr. Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH
What does it mean for dental hygienists to take charge of the operatory? Traditionally seen as supporting roles, hygienists have focused on cleaning teeth and patient education. But our guest today believes they can do much more—enhancing case acceptance, improving clinical outcomes, and elevating overall patient care. Her mission is to empower hygienists to lead, take ownership of their role, and contribute beyond their clinical duties. Dr. Kelly Tanner is a reg dental hygienist who holds a Ph.D. in Business and Leadership. Her website is nextleveldentalhygiene.com.

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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Zirconia vs. Lithium Disilicate: Different Cementation Protocols Required
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