Courses

Salivary diagnostics have been available in dentistry for some time. While adaptation has been slow, the more recent correlation between systemic disease and oral pathogens has made this information all the more compelling. Dr. Thomas Larkin demonstrates why it’s time to pivot from the restorative model of dentistry to more preventative protocols. You will earn 1.5 CE.

Today’s digital dental systems are designed to enhance smiles while saving you chair time and money – without compromise. Presented by Dr. C. Ray Coleman, DDS, this informative program will teach you simple steps to adding night guards, dentures, flippers, long-term temporary crowns, and more to your cosmetic and general dentistry lineup. You’ll also learn a system to cement implant crowns in minutes – designed to prevent bone loss with minimal adjustments. You will earn 1 CE.

Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is cutting-edge technology that continues to elevate dental imaging beyond two-dimensional radiographs. By harnessing the power of this safe and cost-effective diagnostic tool, dentists can redefine their ability to care for patients.  Dr. Robert Timothy, DDS, presents CBCT: Harness the Power of 3D and 4D in Your Practice, an enlightening program that will explore the potential of CBCT technology for diagnosis and treatment planning for dental patients. It is worth 1.5 CE.

Presented by internationally renowned lecturer, Dr. Raymond L. Bertolotti, DDS, PhD, this exciting course reviews the latest clinical research that helps dentists close the gap due to polymerization shrinkage. Through lecture, images, and video examples, you’ll learn how to “close the gap” between composite fillings and teeth for more successful and effective dentistry. It is worth 1.5 CE hours.

Presented by DOCS Education and Dr. Roger P. Levin, DDS, this practical course will provide pearls for the pathway to future practice excellence and an insightful, up-to-the-minute look at what is and isn’t working in today’s most successful dental practices. You’ll learn the breakthrough strategies used by the highest-producing practices in the country to grow production while lowering stress – all aimed at building ongoing practice success, even in a challenging economic environment! Dr. Levin will share the most advanced methods for staying ahead of the competition and transforming your practice into a production powerhouse that generates more income. This course is worth 2 CE.

Dentists are at the forefront of screening their patients for disorders like sleep apnea. Whether you are a total beginner in the world of sleep or a certified Diplomate, this information-packed presentation is for you. Presented by Dr. Brandon Hedgecock, this course provides a comprehensive overview of the principles of sleep medicine and how to identify symptoms in the dental chair. You will learn about the different types of oral appliances and when to use them. It is worth 1.5 CE.

Learn the protocols for antibiotic prophylaxis and pre-existing heart defects as they apply to sedation dentistry. Presented by DOCS Education and eminent physician and educator, Dr. Leslie Fang, MD, Ph.D., this highly educational course is a segment of the Master Series: Advanced Sedation and discusses specific case studies plus multiple-choice polls of previous attendees. This course is worth .75 hours of CE.