Courses

This presentation will review a simple neuromuscular procedure for making accurate implant overdentures with little to no post-operative adjustments. Contrary to the conventional anatomically designed prosthesis, this advanced concept eliminates the majority of the over-denture problems that dentists have encountered for the last 100 years. Presented by Joseph J. Massad, DDS.  It is worth 1.5 CE.

The Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) or Dental Surgery (DDS) is not merely a barber surgeon. As dentists, we possess an intimate knowledge of head and neck anatomy, disease processes, and craniofacial conditions. In fact, dentists have surgical experience that surpasses many other health care professionals. Taught by Timothy A Hess, DDS, MAGD, this course will show how the administration of neurotoxins and dermal fillers for therapeutic & aesthetics procedures of the head and neck is a natural extension of the dentist’s skill set. It is worth 1 CE.

Dentists are tasked with delivering a reasonable standard of care to all patients. When allegations are raised against a dentist or their care, Standard of Care Investigators (SCI) conduct an examination and weigh the evidence to determine if a license infraction occurred and requires punitive action by the dental board. In this fast-paced, hard-hitting presentation, you'll learn from an SCI veteran John Dovgan, DDS about the top 10 things that can cause your license to be revoked or suspended. It is worth 1 CE.

The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the inevitable for dentists. It is time to grow your Airway/TMJ practice by becoming an adjunct to medical practices.

Over the last year, Dr. Dipesh Sitaram heard from ENTs across the country who expressed keen interested in “new” ways to help patients breathe better. In Dr. Sitaram’s view, dental and medical patients will come back from the pandemic more discerning than ever. As a result, airway-centric dental techniques, Myofunctional therapies, and other “essential” treatments are gaining traction with patients.  

In this DOCS Home Study lecture, Dr. Sitaram shares 5 specific cases that illustrate his treatment approach, practice growth strategy, and how you can deepen your relationships and referral partnerships with local medical practitioners.

This course is worth 1.5 CE.

Neuromuscular-blocking drugs prohibit transmission of a neural signal at the neuromuscular junction, causing paralysis of the affected skeletal muscles. During this course, Allan Schwartz, DDS, CRNA reviews the anatomy of the neuromuscular junction and the mechanism of skeletal muscle activation (Train of Four or "TOF") for muscle movement. Dr. Schwartz also discusses steps for the use and monitoring of a neuromuscular paralytic (Succinylcholine) for the treatment of laryngospasm. It is worth 1.5 CE.

1.5 CE hours