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Are You Staying Ahead of the Ultrasonic Curve?
Dani Botbyl, RDH Are You Staying Ahead of the Ultrasonic Curve?
Speaker: Dani Botbyl, RDH
This course details how ultrasonic scaling technology can be used for more than the removal of moderate to heavy calculus, and discusses how to implement ultrasonic practices to remove light calculus and to remove and disrupt biofilm.
Dental Hygiene
Cost to View: Free
Cost for Credit: $36
CE Credits: 1.5
Release Date: 11/09/2017
Dental Hygiene
Cost to View: Free
Cost for Credit: $36
CE Credits: 1.5
Oral Diseases Associated with Children and Adolescents
Deborah Levin-Goldstein, RDH, MS Oral Diseases Associated with Children and Adolescents
Speaker: Deborah Levin-Goldstein, RDH, MS
This course is the third in a series of oral pathology presentations emphasizing common diseases prevalent among patients throughout the life span. This course discusses conditions and diseases commonly seen in children and adolescents. The etiologies, clinical manifestations, symptoms and treatment options for these conditions and diseases are emphasized.
Oral Medicine and Pathology
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 1.25
Running Time: 1 hour
Release Date: 10/25/2017
Oral Medicine and Pathology
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 1.25
Running Time: 1 hour
Silver is the New Black: Improving Your Practice with Silver Diamine Fluoride
Dr. Jeanette MacLean Silver is the New Black: Improving Your Practice with Silver Diamine Fluoride
Speaker: Dr. Jeanette MacLean
Silver Diamine Fluoride is a revolutionary approach to combating caries in an effective and non-invasive manner. Learn EVERYTHING you need to know on how to successfully incorporate this new option for caries management into your clinical practice today including restorative options.
Pediatric Dentistry
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 2
Running Time: 1.5 hours
Release Date: 09/20/2017
Pediatric Dentistry
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 2
Running Time: 1.5 hours
Cracking the Code
Patti DiGangi, RDH Cracking the Code
Speaker: Patti DiGangi, RDH
This course explores how current dental terminology (CDT) code gaps have contributed to a delay in therapeutic care of early periodontal disease, recognition of its medical relevance, and the communication between dental and medical professionals.
Periodontics
Cost to View: Free
Cost for Credit: $36
CE Credits: 1.5
Release Date: 09/01/2017
Periodontics
Cost to View: Free
Cost for Credit: $36
CE Credits: 1.5
Frustration: The Breakfast of Champions... Filmed Live at Townie Meeting.
Ms. Vicki McManus Frustration: The Breakfast of Champions... Filmed Live at Townie Meeting.
Speaker: Ms. Vicki McManus
Every team knows that addressing frustration head on is a cornerstone of massive success! Think about it—who’s more frustrated, the janitor who cleans your building or you, the team delivering high-quality care? Vicki is a certified emotional intelligence coach and CEO of two award-winning companies. She has a wide array of firsthand experience dealing with frustration.
Practice Management
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 2
Running Time: 1.5 hr
Release Date: 08/16/2017
Practice Management
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 2
Running Time: 1.5 hr
This course is part of Townie Meeting 2017 Lecture Series
Townie Meeting 2017 Lecture Series
Various Townie Meeting 2017 Lecture Series
Speaker: Various
The Townie Meeting 2017 series contains 13 courses from great speakers. 25 hours of excellent education in both clinical dentistry and practice management. Only $295 to view and claim CE credits.
Practice Management
Series Cost to View: $295
Series Cost for Credit: Included
Total Credits: 25
Course Count: 13
Release Date: 08/16/2017
Practice Management
Cost to View: $295
Cost for Credit: Included
Total Credits: 25
Course Count: 13
Communication, Coding and Collections: The Three C’s of the Profitable Practice.
Laci Phillips Communication, Coding and Collections: The Three C’s of the Profitable Practice.
Speaker: Laci Phillips
When the first question a patient asks is, “How much will my insurance pay?” our daily lives begin to revolve around insurance. Learn to step out of that mindset and step into customer service, quality health care and ultimately a profitable practice. Discover how excellent communication, proper coding and above-average collections can impact your practice’s efficiency and financial health.
Practice Management
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 1.5
Running Time: 1.5 hours
Release Date: 06/14/2017
Practice Management
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 1.5
Running Time: 1.5 hours
Understanding Survivors of Childhood Abuse
Linda M Douglas, RDH, BSc Understanding Survivors of Childhood Abuse
Speaker: Linda M Douglas, RDH, BSc
This course provides insight into the failure of some patients to seek dental treatment or perform adequate self-care, and the relationship to mental health issues caused by childhood abuse.
Health and Medical Topics
Cost to View: Free
Cost for Credit: $36
CE Credits: 1.5
Release Date: 06/01/2017
Health and Medical Topics
Cost to View: Free
Cost for Credit: $36
CE Credits: 1.5
Silver Diamine Fluoride: Another Arrow in the Quiver to Defeat Decay
Judy Bendit and Patti DiGangi Silver Diamine Fluoride: Another Arrow in the Quiver to Defeat Decay
Speaker: Judy Bendit and Patti DiGangi
The never-ending war against oral disease comes with one benefit: We’re given new weapons every so often to help make a fighting difference for countless patients. One of the newest weapons that has emerged is silver diamine fluoride (SDF). SDF’s unique composition has proven to be an incredibly useful medicament not only for extreme cases but in day-to-day traditional dentistry as well.
Cariology
Cost to View: Free
Cost for Credit: $36
CE Credits: 1.5
Release Date: 03/02/2017
Cariology
Cost to View: Free
Cost for Credit: $36
CE Credits: 1.5
Honing Our Edge: Options for Maintaining Periodontal Hand Instruments
Karen Siebert, BSDH, MA Honing Our Edge: Options for Maintaining Periodontal Hand Instruments
Speaker: Karen Siebert, BSDH, MA
As clinicians, the hand scaling instruments we use become part of our professional persona. Many hygienists refer to loving or hating certain instruments. It is an emotional attachment. More importantly, maintaining the working edge is a challenge, one that’s a constant source of discussion in the dental hygiene profession. However, how to best maintain a consistent edge is a much more complicated matter.
Periodontics
Cost to View: Free
Cost for Credit: $36
CE Credits: 1.5
Release Date: 11/01/2016
Periodontics
Cost to View: Free
Cost for Credit: $36
CE Credits: 1.5
Silver Diamine Fluoride: Another Arrow in the Quiver to Defeat Decay
Judy Bendit and Patti DiGangi Silver Diamine Fluoride: Another Arrow in the Quiver to Defeat Decay
Speaker: Judy Bendit and Patti DiGangi
The never-ending war against oral disease comes with one benefit: We’re given new weapons every so often to help make a fighting difference for countless patients. One of the newest weapons that has emerged is silver diamine fluoride (SDF). SDF’s unique composition has proven to be an incredibly useful medicament not only for extreme cases but in day-to-day traditional dentistry as well.
Cariology
Cost to View: Free
Cost for Credit: $36
CE Credits: 1.5
Release Date: 11/01/2016
Cariology
Cost to View: Free
Cost for Credit: $36
CE Credits: 1.5
Caring for Patients with Eating Disorders..... Filmed Live at Townie Meeting
Ms. Linda Douglas, RDH Caring for Patients with Eating Disorders..... Filmed Live at Townie Meeting
Speaker: Ms. Linda Douglas, RDH
Eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of all psychiatric illnesses, and dental professionals are in an ideal position to help improve outcomes for such patients. This course provides an overview of eating disorders and their oral and systemic warning signs, plus insight into the psychological, systemic and oral-health aspects of eating disorders.
Oral Medicine and Pathology
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 1.5
Running Time: 1 hour
Release Date: 09/14/2016
Oral Medicine and Pathology
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 1.5
Running Time: 1 hour
Understanding Exceptional-Needs Patients
Nadine Russell, RDH, BSc Understanding Exceptional-Needs Patients
Speaker: Nadine Russell, RDH, BSc
Through nonjudgmental and supportive care, dental hygienists can provide evidence-based, patient-specific care that will give patients improved oral health and, in turn, greater overall health. After reading this article, dental hygienists should feel more confident about providing dental care for patients with exceptional needs.
Practice Management
Cost to View: Free
Cost for Credit: $36
CE Credits: 1.5
Release Date: 07/01/2016
Practice Management
Cost to View: Free
Cost for Credit: $36
CE Credits: 1.5
Dental Hygiene Instruments...What’s Hot, What’s Not, you be the Judge.
Judy Bendit RDH. Dental Hygiene Instruments...What’s Hot, What’s Not, you be the Judge.
Speaker: Judy Bendit RDH.
Your selection of instruments reflects upon your level of experience, professional confidence, clinical knowledge, and most significantly, the decisions your instructors made for you when they chose your basic instrument kit in school. Take this one hour journey to decide if you are using the latest and greatest instruments, or if you have exactly what you need to offer your patients the best care possible...
Dental Hygiene
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 1.5
Running Time: 1 hour
Release Date: 04/06/2016
Dental Hygiene
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 1.5
Running Time: 1 hour
Oral and Dental Sequelae of Cancer Therapy
Lauren Levi, DMD Oral and Dental Sequelae of Cancer Therapy
Speaker: Lauren Levi, DMD
How should dentists treat patients undergoing cancer therapy? The course will discuss dental oncologic issues including the pathophysiology and management of osteoradionecrosis of the jaw. It will also review the oral side effects of chemotherapy and radiation treatment to the head and neck and the ideal time to treat patients while they are undergoing cancer therapy.
Oral Medicine and Pathology
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 1.5
Running Time: 1 hour
Release Date: 02/17/2016
Oral Medicine and Pathology
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 1.5
Running Time: 1 hour
Hygiene – The Low Hanging Fruit of Restorative Dentistry
Dr. Mac Lee Hygiene – The Low Hanging Fruit of Restorative Dentistry
Speaker: Dr. Mac Lee
If every patient accepted all needed dentistry, how busy would you be? If your patients understood the need for the dentistry as well as you do, what would your acceptance ratio be? Dentist and team tend to confuse patient more than they educate them in terms the patients understand. This program gives your hygienist, dentist and team the verbal skills necessary for high treatment acceptance.
Practice Management
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 1.5
Running Time: 1 hour
Release Date: 12/30/2015
Practice Management
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 1.5
Running Time: 1 hour
Repair and Protect Enamel with Remineralizing Agents
Deborah Levin-Goldstein, RDH, MS Repair and Protect Enamel with Remineralizing Agents
Speaker: Deborah Levin-Goldstein, RDH, MS
Caries is a dynamic disease process involving the cyclic demineralization and remineralization of the tooth structure. A key preventive approach is maintaining an oral environment favorable to remineralization. Fluoride’s ability to promote remineralization is limited by the availability of calcium and phosphate in saliva. The four types of remineralizing therapeutics that attract calcium and phosphate will be discussed as well as the caries process and CAMBRA.
Cariology
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 1.5
Running Time: 1 hour
Release Date: 08/26/2015
Cariology
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 1.5
Running Time: 1 hour
The Indispensable Team. Recorded Live at Townie Meeting!
Sarah Cottingham The Indispensable Team. Recorded Live at Townie Meeting!
Speaker: Sarah Cottingham
Learn how dental and medical practices have transformed their stagnant “OK” results into a thriving, growing masterpiece! This is created by an indispensable team! Do you have one? Are you an indispensable team member? Individuals and teams will hear about those elements that make the difference. Recorded Live at Townie Meeting 2014!
Practice Management
Cost to View: $18
Cost for Credit: +$18
CE Credits: 2
Running Time: 1.5 hours
Release Date: 03/04/2015
Practice Management
Cost to View: $18
Cost for Credit: +$18
CE Credits: 2
Running Time: 1.5 hours
This course is part of Townie Meeting 2014 Lecture Series
The New OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
Leslie Canham, CDA, RDA The New OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
Speaker: Leslie Canham, CDA, RDA
This course will introduce the participant to the new Globally Harmonized Hazard Communication Standard. Employers are required to provide training to employees on the chemical safety and employees have the right to know and understand about the hazards they are exposed to in the work place.
Practice Management
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 1.5
Running Time: 1 hour
Release Date: 02/18/2015
Practice Management
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 1.5
Running Time: 1 hour
Bisphosphonates: Extractions, Implants, and Beyond
Fayette Williams, DDS, MD, FACS Bisphosphonates: Extractions, Implants, and Beyond
Speaker: Fayette Williams, DDS, MD, FACS
Over 4 million women in the Unites States are taking bisphosphonates and require dental treatment. Although dentists encounter these patients commonly, many are unsure of when treatment modifications are necessary to minimize morbidity. Newer anti-resorptive medications have entered the market and caused further confusion for dentists.
Oral Medicine and Pathology
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 1.5
Running Time: 1 hour
Release Date: 08/20/2014
Oral Medicine and Pathology
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 1.5
Running Time: 1 hour
Three Basic Emergency Medications You Should Know How to Use
Allan Schwartz, DDS, CRNA Three Basic Emergency Medications You Should Know How to Use
Speaker: Allan Schwartz, DDS, CRNA
This article covers a few of the most common emergency medications found in many proprietary dental emergency medication kits. Every dentist should periodically review the uses and be familiar with these medications and share this information with their staff.
Oral Medicine and Pathology
Cost to View: Free
Cost for Credit: $36
CE Credits: 1.5
Release Date: 08/01/2014
Oral Medicine and Pathology
Cost to View: Free
Cost for Credit: $36
CE Credits: 1.5
Oral Cancer in the Dental Office
Fayette Williams, DDS, MD Oral Cancer in the Dental Office
Speaker: Fayette Williams, DDS, MD
Both dentists and hygienists play a critical role in the detection of oral cancer. This course reviews the demographics and risk factors relevant to oral cancer. Common diagnostic tools are discussed with attention to scenarios when these tools might be appropriate. The course also provides an overview of cancer staging.
Oral Medicine and Pathology
Cost to View: Free
Cost for Credit: $36
CE Credits: 1.5
Release Date: 07/01/2014
Oral Medicine and Pathology
Cost to View: Free
Cost for Credit: $36
CE Credits: 1.5
Stress Management for Dental Professionals
Jen Butler, M.Ed., CPC, BCC Stress Management for Dental Professionals
Speaker: Jen Butler, M.Ed., CPC, BCC
An overview of the main elements of stress management as it relates specifically to dental professionals. Learn key terms, types of stress, the science behind stress, and ways in which to reduce the stress you and your team experiences in the office. T
Self Improvement
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 2
Running Time: 1 hour
Release Date: 02/18/2014
Self Improvement
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 2
Running Time: 1 hour
Medical Emergency Mastery
Dr. Catharine Goodson Medical Emergency Mastery
Speaker: Dr. Catharine Goodson
This course will provide Dentists and their staff a system to identify emergencies before they occur, the tools to respond effectively to a crisis, and the training materials for staff development. This course can be viewed for $18.
Health and Medical Topics
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 1.5
Running Time: 1 hour
Release Date: 01/15/2014
Health and Medical Topics
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: Included
CE Credits: 1.5
Running Time: 1 hour
Townie Meeting 2013 - Townie Talks/ Practice, People, and Economic Management
Speaker: Dr.Howard Farran, Dr. Joe Steven, Garrett Gunderson, Fred Joyal, Dr. Mark Murphy, Dr. Mark Troilo
In a series of 18 minute talks, the biggest names in dentistry share their wisdom and express their thoughts on how to make dentistry more effective, more efficient and more enjoyable.
Practice Management
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: +$36
CE Credits: 1.5
Running Time: 1 hour
Release Date: 08/15/2013
Practice Management
Cost to View: $36
Cost for Credit: +$36
CE Credits: 1.5
Running Time: 1 hour
This course is part of Townie Meeting 2013 Lecture Series
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