Courses

As rare as medical emergencies in the dental setting are, it’s still critical to have the proper equipment as well as training in the event of a crisis. Review the essential components for an emergency kit in this course presented by DOCS Education and Jim Bovia, EMT-P. He will review the life-saving tools every dental practice needs on hand, as well as an overview of their use in an emergency. It is worth 1 CE.

While the transmission of pathogenic microorganisms in the oral healthcare setting is rare, healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) do present a potential hazard to oral healthcare workers and patients alike. To prevent or minimize HAIs, oral healthcare facilities are mandated to develop a written infection control/exposure control protocol that extends to all aspects of the clinical process. Presented by Dr. Geza Terezhalmy, participants will be introduced to evidence-based information that will facilitate compliance with, and the implementation of, infection control rules and recommendations made by federal, state, and local agencies and professional organizations. This course is worth 4 CE.

Learn to assess localized versus spreading infection and review current guidelines for antibiotic use in multiple potential dental patient scenarios. Presented by Dr. Leslie Fang, MD, Ph.D., he will review and discuss the most current recommendations by the ADA and other organizations when determining antibiotic prophylaxis for patients with joint replacement, immunocompromised conditions, valvular heart disease, and more. This course is worth 3 CE hours.

Selling is a necessary part of doing a business—even dentistry. In this information-packed presentation, Dr. R. Anthony Matheny will provide the tools for improving your case acceptance and increasing production without being pushy, salesy, or high pressure. More of your patients will accept treatment, filling in the openings in your schedule and resulting in a bigger ROI for your marketing dollar. This course is worth 1.75 CE.

This course consists of 1 module. You’ll earn 1.25 CE credits upon completion. Knowledge of the factors that cause complications and failure in fixed prosthodontics enhances our ability to develop effective treatment plans, facilitates success, promotes optimal doctor-patient communication regarding anticipated treatment outcomes, and provides early diagnosis of problems encountered during long-term maintenance.

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 critical differences between the medical model vs. the dental model as they apply to pediatric sedation dentistry in this introductory course presented by renowned pediatric dentist, Dr. Roger Sanger, DDS, MS. This course is worth .5 CE hours.