Courses

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

This online course qualifies for 1.5 hour of CE credit that is automatically issued with a digital certificate upon completion.

“The minutes matter.”

In the case of a medical emergency in the dental office, dentists and their teams need to think fast and undertake lifesaving actions in order to improve a patient’s chances for a successful outcome. This incredibly important and informative course, presented by Dr. Steve Yun, MD, anesthesiologist, and medical consultant for DOCS Education, will address the most common medical events that may occur in the dental office, as well as the recommended emergency responses for each.

Dr. Yun will also outline the appropriate delegation of roles for the doctor and team members that will make the minutes count in emergency scenarios, such as administering epinephrin, using an AED, or reviving a pediatric patient.

Course Objectives:

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.

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

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

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.

Knowing the basics of airway management is vital for any dentist. In just one hour in this online session, you'll review the essential information you need to master this critical skill.

Learning online means you can fulfill your continuing education requirements on your own time—whenever it's convenient for you. You'll earn one CE credit when you complete this convenient online training.

1 CE hour