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Advances in both dentistry and medicine are constantly occurring and it’s vital for the dental professional to stay apprised and understand developments that may impact patient care. This year there are substantial changes, including the recent fanfare surrounding Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound. It’s clear that dentists will be seeing a lot of these medications, either in treatment for diabetes or as designer drugs for weight loss. Dr. Leslie Fang, MD, PhD, and DOCS Medical Director, presents a comprehensive review of the latest in medicine in Pay to Starve: You Are What You Eat. Discussion includes the newest medication options for diabetes mellitus and weight loss management, their impact on cardiovascular conditions, and the oral complications for patients on chemotherapy or immunotherapy – plus more up-to-date information from the 14th Edition of The Ultimate Cheat Sheets. 2 CE
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Sedation dentistry is a dream scenario… until it isn't. Join Dr. Anthony Feck, DOCS Education’s Dean of Faculty and lead instructor, for an informative program that will empower you to navigate the toughest sedation cases with confidence. You’ll be armed with the knowledge and strategies needed to recognize the warning signs of a nightmare sedation event and manage it head-on. You'll earn 2 CE hours.

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As a practitioner of oral sedation dentistry, you know it's critical to continually refresh and improve your knowledge of pharmacology. Earn 3.5 CE credits with this course and gain the benefits of expert training without even leaving your office or home.

Purchase of this course grants access for one year and requires an internet connection, computer with video and audio capabilities, and in some cases, Adobe Reader to view handouts and articles.

3.5 CE hours

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Learning how to identify whether a patient is a good candidate for oral sedation dentistry is one of the most basic and important steps in practicing safe and effective oral sedation. This course 2-hour CE course will help you build confidence in your patient assessment abilities.

2 CE hours

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Sedation dentists treat patients with a variety of diseases. Some of those medical issues, like asthma and diabetes, are commonplace and well-diagnosed. Others, like sleep apnea, are common but go largely undiagnosed. Special dental management is also required for cardiac patients on antiplatelet drug therapy. You’ll earn 4 CE credit in this 3-module course that addresses the treatment of those with compromised health.

4 CE hours

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Do you understand what’s happening internally to your patients when you administer sedation drugs? By knowing how popular drugs are absorbed, metabolized, and excreted you can better serve patients, particularly those prone to anxiety. In this course, Dr. Anthony Feck reveals the chemical processes at work during sedation treatment and how to manage them for maximum patient safety in this 4 module, 4 CE credit hour course.

4 CE hours

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Presented by the world-renowned pharmacology and physiology expert Dr. Leslie S.T. Fang. This course teaches the responsibilities and requirements of prescribing Schedule II opioid drugs and includes the practices for pain management in dentistry, regulatory requirements for prescribers and dispensers, and dental office procedures for managing vulnerable or substance use disorder patients. It is worth 3 CE hours.

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