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Leveraging Advances in Restorative Dentistry

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Date: 06-07-2019 06:17:53 am



Dentistry is an ever-evolving field. As technology improves, we are able to take these advances and apply them to clinical practice. Notable developments in the field of radiography have drastically improved practitioners’ ability not only to diagnose caries and pathologies more effectively, but also earlier than ever before. Diagnoses with more detail, as well as more precise location of these potential problems, are also possible with modern-day radiographs. Technological advancements in dentistry are not limited to improved diagnoses. Caries removal and tooth preparation instruments, bonding systems, and restorative materials have improved over the years and provide practitioners with a wide array of choices in treatment. Some of the purported benefits of these advancements are improved chair time management, less pain reported by patients, and more retentive restorations. It is up to the individual practitioner to stay current on the new technologies available in the field, as well as their benefits and drawbacks. This article provides some examples of advancements in the field of restorative dentistry.

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Special Patients - Special Care

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Course Type: Self-instruction journal and web based activity

Target Audience: Dental Assistants, Dental Hygienist, Dentists from novice to advanced

  

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  • Understand the limitations of the hybrid layer, and learn alternative treatment techniques
  • Learn about the use of “structural color” and the shading blending of restorative materials
  • Add the use of “bulk fill” materials, especially for restorative care in the primary and permanent dentition

Abstract

The dental profession is all about helping our patients achieve the best in oral health, and now even more importantly, also preventing the many systemic illnesses definitively linked to oral pathogens. Oral health professionals are seeking additional education in this oral-systemic link that has recently received significant substantiation. This is not surprising as the vast majority of oral health professionals made that long and financially burdensome commitment to dental education with the best of intentions. Sadly, more and more of our patients have severe complicating medical conditions, and being able to provide the appropriate care is important. This presentation will discuss several new dental material developments that have made providing the best care to those with special needs, more easily attainable. As the number of patients with special needs continues to increase, it is now even more necessary to develop techniques and materials that helps the profession to care for those special patients.

ADA Credits: 1 | AGD Credits: 1 | Cost: $19.00

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Leveraging Advances in Restorative Dentistry

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Course Type: Self-instruction journal and web based activity

Target Audience: Dental Assistants, Dental Hygienist, Dentists from novice to advanced

  

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Educational Objectives

The overall goal of this article is to provide the reader with information on contemporary practices in general dentistry.
After reading this article, the reader will be able to:
1. Describe modern-day detection methods including current radiographic techniques and the use of transillumination.
2. Review modern techniques to remove diseased tooth structure and procedures for restoration preparation.
3. Describe the benefits and drawbacks of different adhesive techniques as well as the main reasons for postoperative sensitivity.
4. Compare various composite systems available for tooth restoration.

Abstract

Dentistry is an ever-evolving field. As technology improves, we are able to take these advances and apply them to clinical practice. Notable developments in the field of radiography have drastically improved practitioners’ ability not only to diagnose caries and pathologies more effectively, but also earlier than ever before. Diagnoses with more detail, as well as more precise location of these potential problems, are also possible with modern-day radiographs. Technological advancements in dentistry are not limited to improved diagnoses. Caries removal and tooth preparation instruments, bonding systems, and restorative materials have improved over the years and provide practitioners with a wide array of choices in treatment. Some of the purported benefits of these advancements are improved chair time management, less pain reported by patients, and more retentive restorations. It is up to the individual practitioner to stay current on the new technologies available in the field, as well as their benefits and drawbacks. This article provides some examples of advancements in the field of restorative dentistry.

ADA Credits: 2 | AGD Credits: 2 | Cost: $29.00

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A Discussion on Dental Handpieces: Why did I switch?

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Course Type: Self-instruction journal and web based activity

Target Audience: Dental Assistants, Dental Hygienist, Dentists from novice to advanced

  

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  • Discuss the history of air driven v. electric handpieces and the pros and cons of both systems
  • Review proper handpiece use and maintenance
  • List recommendations for the most efficient crown prep
  • Describe how to overcome issues or problems that can arise

Abstract

Dental handpieces are often considered the workhorses of the dental practice, and they have a significant impact on the level of quality dentistry provided to patients. As restorative materials continue to evolve and an increasing number of patients seek out restorative dentistry, clinicians may question whether or not to change their handpiece system. This webinar will address several key areas to consider, such as reliability and consistency, when comparing air driven and electric dental handpiece systems.

ADA Credits: 1 | AGD Credits: 1 | Cost: $19.00

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Crown and Bridge GPS…Navigating the World of Indirect Dentistry Today

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Course Type: Self-instruction journal and web based activity

Target Audience: Dental Assistants, Dental Hygienist, Dentists from novice to advanced

  

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Educational Objectives

After completing this webinar, participants will be able to:
» Understand proper preparation requirement for today’s ceramic restorations.

» Gain an understanding of proper soft tissue isolation and retraction for proper digital or conventional impressioning

» Be exposed to the proper armamentarium for adjustment of provisional restorations as well as final all-ceramic restorations.

Abstract

This webinar will expose the practitioner to the current world of indirect dentistry and provide protocols that allow for success both in the digital and analog worlds. The webinar will provide a brief overview of ceramics today and evidence-based preparation parameters. The webinar will also touch on proper isolation and retraction for impressioning as well as selecting the proper armamentarium for adjustment, contouring, and removal of various indirect restorative materials.

SPONSOR/PROVIDER: This continuing education activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the standards of the ADA Continuing Education Recognition Program (ADA CERP) through joint efforts between Dental Learning, LLC and Microcopy.

ADA Credits: 1 | AGD Credits: 1 | Cost: $19.00

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Be SMART: Improve Your Practice with Silver Diamine Fluoride and Glass Ionomer Cement

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Course Type: Self-instruction journal and web based activity

Target Audience: Dental Assistants, Dental Hygienist, Dentists from novice to advanced

  

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Educational Objectives

  1. Describe the evidence for using SDF and SMART to treat and prevent dental caries
  2. Review informed consent and treatment planning for SDF and SMART
  3. Demonstrate proper documentation, coding, and billing for SDF and SMART
  4. Describe case selection, materials, and clinical protocol for SDF, SMART

Abstract

Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) is a revolutionary approach to combating caries in a non-invasive manner. Since its 2014 FDA clearance in the United States and a widely publicized 2016 feature in the New York Times, there has been tremendous interest surrounding the use of SDF from patients and dentists. Learn the principles of case selection, informed consent, treatment planning, and a clinical protocol for SDF. Learn how to restore cavities in a quick, effective, and painless way using SDF and Glass Ionomer Cement, known as Silver Modified Atraumatic Restorative Treatment (SMART). Find out how offering minimally-invasive options like SDF and SMART can attract new patients, improve patient satisfaction, and increase internal marketing and word of mouth referrals to your practice, while improving oral health and increasing access to care.

SPONSOR/PROVIDER: This continuing education activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the standards of the ADA Continuing Education Recognition Program (ADA CERP) through joint efforts between Dental Learning, LLC and Elevate Oral Care.

ADA Credits: 1 | AGD Credits: 1 | Cost: $19.00

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Clear Aligner Therapy and the Orthodontic-Restorative Interface

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Course Type: Self-instruction journal and web based activity

Target Audience: Dental Assistants, Dentists from novice to advanced

  

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Educational Objectives

The overall goal of this course is to provide information on clear aligner therapy and its application in enhancing restorative outcomes and treating crowding. After completing this article, the reader will be able to:
1. Describe the types of movements that can be achieved using clear aligners.
2. Review the digital workflow for clear aligner therapy.
3. Define the role of auxiliaries and describe how these are used for clear aligner therapy.
4. Delineate the potential benefits of clear aligner therapy for patients, including those requiring restorative care.

Abstract

Clear aligner therapy improves esthetics during orthodontic care in comparison to fixed orthodontic appliances and standard removable appliances. In part due to this, the number of adults seeking orthodontic treatment has increased, and clear aligner therapy is now frequently performed on adults and adolescents. The availability of auxiliaries/composite attachments has also improved the level of control and types of tooth movements that can be attained using clear aligners. In addition, there is less risk of gingivitis, caries, and oral irritations with clear aligner therapy than is associated with fixed orthodontic appliance therapy. Clear aligner therapy involves a digital workflow for treatment planning, and is also used to enhance restorative care by providing for space/repositioning teeth to improve potential results and/or minimize the invasiveness or extent of restorative care required to achieve the desired result, and may also reduce the duration of treatment.

COMMERCIAL SUPPORTER: This course has been made possible through an unrestricted educational grant from ClearCorrect.

ADA Credits: 2 | AGD Credits: 2 | Cost: $29.00

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What you never knew about tooth sensitivity…and how to effectively treat it!

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Course Type: Self-instruction journal and web based activity

Target Audience: Dental Assistants, Dental Students, Dentists from novice to advanced

  

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Educational Objectives

After completing this webinar, participants will understand:

» The two causes of / how to treat / and how to prevent / dentinal hypersensitivity found with:
o General sensitivity
o Exposed root sensitivity
o Post restorative (including crowns) sensitivity
o Hygiene and post periodontal surgery
o Teeth whitening

» Why some teeth end up requiring endodontic therapy at some point after new crowns and other restorations – and how to prevent that from ever happening again.

» How various desensitizers work, and what to look for in the ideal desensitizer.

» Why some patients are more or less susceptible to sensitivity.

» Why teeth whitening sensitivity occurs, and how to prevent it.

» What causes whitening zingers and how to prevent them.

Abstract

If you’re a practicing dentist, sensitivity is a thorn in your side…period. We’re all frustrated with sensitivity. I’m talking about chronic sensitivity (and unhappy patients), sometimes ending up in endodontic therapy, after new crowns are placed. And sensitivity after direct restorations. Sensitivity during and after hygiene procedures – and acute sensitivity after periodontal treatment, including surgery.

What about patients with super-sensitive exposed roots due to gingival recession? And of course there are simply those patients who constantly complain that their teeth are sensitive in general. Oh… and let’s not forget about the complaints of sensitivity during and after whitening procedures.

But did you know that if you really understood everything there is to know about sensitivity, all the various reasons it happens, how various desensitizers work, when and how to treat all of these types of sensitivity… and especially how to prevent it, you (and your patients) could breathe a huge sigh of relief?

Well, take heart. This webinar will teach you things you never knew before. And following the suggestions in the webinar will promptly lead to that needed sigh of relief!

COMMERCIAL SUPPORTER: This course has been made possible through an unrestricted educational grant from Kor Whitening.

ADA Credits: 1 | AGD Credits: 1 | Cost: $19.00

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Techniques for Pink Composite Restorations With Bioactive Giomer Composites

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Target Audience: Dental Assistants, Dental Students, Dentists

Duration: 1:07:26

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The gingival architecture represents the frame for the teeth. If it is not restored correctly, either surgically or prosthetically, it will impair the final three dimensional esthetic outcomes. This webinar will teach you how to enhance your skills and gain confidence using pink composites that utilize minimally invasive concepts. Webinar modules include restoring multiple gingival recessions with sulcus reproduction and surface characterizations.

Get CE credit for this course here: http://dentallearning.net/techniques-pink-composite-restorations-bioactive-giomer-composites

COMMERCIAL SUPPORTER: This course has been made possible through an unrestricted educational grant from Shofu.

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Fabricating One-visit Chairside Hybrid Ceramic Crowns

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Target Audience: Dental Assistants, Dental Students, Dentists

Duration: 56:12

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Chairside hybrid ceramic materials enable the fabrication of one-visit crowns in as little as 40 minutes and without the need for impression taking. During this course, the properties and results with hybrid ceramic materials will be addressed, together with a discussion on case selection and fabrication of one-visit chairside hybrid ceramic crowns.

Get CE credit for this course here: http://dentallearning.net/fabricating-one-visit-chairside-hybrid-ceramic-crowns

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