ADA CE Online Course Category: Clinical Dentistry

ADA Accelerator Series — Preparing for Pregnancy - How to Manage your Business and your Health (Recorded Webinar)

Author(s): Not Available

Member Price: $0.00

CE Credit(s): 1

Retail Price: $69.00

Course Created on: 07/02/2020

Description:

American Dental Association on-demand webinar
The information contained in this program was current as of Friday, June 26, 2020.

Overview
Pregnancy can come with many questions. How do I prepare for pregnancy? How much parental leave should I take? What are the physical and safety concerns for practicing during pregnancy? Learn more about these issues through a moderated panel discussion in this informative, one-hour live webinar.

Presenters
Dr. Nima Aflatooni
Dr. Katie Vincer Sears
Dr. Emily Ishkanian Neal
Cathryn Albrecht, ADA senior associate general counsel

After completing this course, you will be able to:
• Understand the financial considerations when planning for pregnancy for practice owners, employee dentists and for staff
•Be informed on the safety and wellness concerns of practicing while pregnant and post pregnancy.
•Understand what PDS, FMLA, FLSA is and why they matter.

About the Accelerator Series
The ADA Accelerator Series is a program designed to provide member-driven, on-demand access to financial, leadership, self-care and work/life tools to help fast forward dentists careers, their way.

This series includes:
• Regular webinars hosted by experts on topics such as parental leave planning, negotiating for what you deserve and building confidence as a leader.
• Tips on keeping your life, career and everything else in balance - from other dentists who’ve been there
• Opportunities to expand leadership skills
• Self-care and wellness support

Disclaimer: The views of the presenter(s) do not necessarily represent the views of the American Dental Association

Sedation and Medical Emergencies in Children: Part 2

Author(s): Dr. David Rothman

Member Price: $98.00

CE Credit(s): 2

Retail Price: $138.00

Course Created on: 06/18/2020

Description:

Now what do I do? Identifying and treating emergencies

Overview
Hours are spent training and practicing emergency procedures for adults but totally ignored is a large percentage patient population, children. Emergencies don’t only happen in sedated patients; they can occur in children at any time. Do you have the training and the specific equipment needed to treat and stabilize children? This course will review identification, recognition and treatment of medical and sedation emergencies. By understanding the unique physiology and anatomy of the pediatric patient, prevention of an emergency becomes and important component of emergency care. A child specific emergency kit setup will also be discussed.

After completing this course, you will be able to:
• Develop a pediatric appropriate emergency kit
• Understand pediatric anatomy and physiology and why emergencies are unique in children
• Develop and train staff for emergency preparedness
• Recognize and manage airway issues in children early in order to stabilize and provide definitive treatment
• Manage vomiting, allergic reactions, overdoses of local anesthetic and anaphylaxis
• Understand the need for frequent emergency training for doctors and staff

Looking for Part 1?
Sedation and Medical Emergencies in Children: Part 1

Instructor
David Rothman, D.D.S., is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist practicing in SF and Associate Clinical Professor at CWRU. He completed GP and Anesthesia Residencies prior to his Pediatric training at UCSF. Past Chair of Pediatric Dentistry at UOP he is active in organized dentistry and is a member of OKU, Pierre Fauchard, ICD and ACD.

Caries Management Using Non-Restorative Procedures in Times Of COVID-19 (Recorded Webinar)

Author(s): Not Available

Member Price: $0.00

CE Credit(s): 1

Retail Price: $69.00

Course Created on: 06/17/2020

Description:

American Dental Association on-demand webinar
The information contained in this program was current as of Thursday, June 11, 2020.

Course Overview
This course provides an overview of the ADA evidence-based clinical recommendations for management of active caries lesions using non-restorative treatments, with a focus on sealants, fluoride products, resin infiltration and SDF. The advantage of generating minimal aerosols and droplets when performing non-restorative treatments and a look at the potential dental benefit aspects of adopting such procedures for managing caries in dental practice will also be discussed.

Presenters
Sara Stuefen, D.D.S.
Marcelle Nascimento, D.D.S.

After this course, you'll be able to:
• Discuss evidence supporting non-restorative treatments for caries management
• Review importance for patients and clinicians of adopting non-restorative procedures
• Identify potential procedure coding and dental benefit implications

Disclaimer
The views of the presenter(s) do not necessarily represent the views of the American Dental Association.

This course is free for ADA members and $69 for non-members
Non-dentists and non-members are welcome to take this course. You’ll be asked for an ADA Login when registering. Creating an account is free and does not require membership. Follow the links below to create an account.

Non-dentists
Non-dentists can create accounts here.

Non-members
Most U.S. dentists and dental students, regardless of membership status, have an ADA number, which functions as your User ID. To retrieve your ID, please visit Forgot User ID.

Rubber Dam 101 (Recorded Webinar)

Author(s): Not Available

Member Price: $0.00

CE Credit(s): 1

Retail Price: $69.00

Course Created on: 06/04/2020

Description:

American Dental Association on-demand webinar
The information contained in this program was current as of Wednesday, June 3, 2020.

Overview
During the time of the COVID-19 pandemic, dentists have had to adjust their safety protocols. With the goal of minimizing transmission of the virus at the forefront, the use of rubber dams is an option. Review the advantages and basic armamentarium of using a rubber dam with Kathy Shafer, Assistant Clinical Dean at Southern Illinois University.

In this course, you will:
• Identify the benefits of rubber dam usage
• Review clamp and frame selection best for each type of procedure
• Discuss tips on placement

This course is free for ADA members and $69 for non-members
Non-dentists and non-members are welcome to take this course. You’ll be asked for an ADA Login when registering. Creating an account is free and does not require membership. Follow the links below to create an account.

Non-dentists
Non-dentists can create accounts here.

Non-members
Most U.S. dentists and dental students, regardless of membership status, have an ADA number, which functions as your User ID. To retrieve your ID, please visit Forgot User ID.

ADA Accelerator Series — What Makes Humans Happy? (Recorded Webinar)

Author(s): Not Available

Member Price: $0.00

CE Credit(s): 1

Retail Price: $69.00

Course Created on: 06/02/2020

Description:

American Dental Association on-demand webinar
The information contained in this program was current as of Tuesday, May 26, 2020.

Overview
Learn the top 10 insights to from The Science of Well-Being to increase your own happiness and build more productive habits. Professor Laurie Santos reveals misconceptions about happiness, annoying features of the mind that lead us to think the way we do, and the research that can help us change. You will ultimately be prepared to successfully incorporate a specific wellness activity into your life. Dr. Grace Yum will share her experiences from the prospective of a busy professional.

Presenters
Dr. Laurie Santos, Professor of Psychology and Head of Silliman Residential College at Yale University, Host of The Happiness Lab Podcast
Grace Yum, D.D.S., Pediatric Dentist, Founder of Yummy Dental for Kids, Owner of Mommy Dentists in Business, Brand Ambassador to Nuby, Podcaster

After completing this course, you will be able to:
• Identify ways to increase your own happiness
• Discuss how to be wealthy in ways other than money
• Review strategies to control your happiness

About the Accelerator Series
The ADA Accelerator Series is a program designed to provide member-driven, on-demand access to financial, leadership, self-care and work/life tools to help fast forward dentists careers, their way.

This series includes:
• Regular webinars hosted by experts on topics such as parental leave planning, negotiating for what you deserve and building confidence as a leader.
• Tips on keeping your life, career and everything else in balance - from other dentists who’ve been there
• Opportunities to expand leadership skills
• Self-care and wellness support

Disclaimer: The views of the presenter(s) do not necessarily represent the views of the American Dental Association

Respiratory Protection in the Era of COVID-19 (Recorded Webinar)

Author(s): Not Available

Member Price: $0.00

CE Credit(s): 1

Retail Price: $0.00

Course Created on: 05/29/2020

Description:

American Dental Association on-demand webinar
The information contained in this program was current as of Friday, April 24, 2020.

Overview
This course will describe the interim recommendations from the Organization for Safety Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) for personal protective equipment (PPE) in dental settings. As an essential component of delivering care that is safe for dental personnel and for patients, PPE selection, fit, and use are critical. Due to the COVID-19 crisis, dentistry has been introduced to a new level of PPE; the respirator. This course will focus on the steps necessary to introduce the use of N95 and other respirators in dental settings according to OSAP. The speakers will provide practical tips for developing the OSHA respiratory protection program, including fit-testing, medical evaluation, and training. Different levels of surgical masks and how they compare to N95 respirators will be reviewed. In addition, the course will describe the proper steps for donning and doffing of all PPE.

Presenters
Eve Cuny, MS, Director of Environmental Health and Safety, University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry

Kathy Ecklund, RDH, MHP, Director of Occupational Health and Safety and Forsyth Research Subject and Patient Safety Advocate, The Forsyth Institute

After this course, learners should be able to:

Provide OSAP’s definition of the type of PPE is appropriate for various dental procedures and understand the proper steps for donning and doffing
Describe the elements of a respiratory protection program
Describe the differences between surgical masks and respirators

Disclaimer
The views of the presenter(s) do not necessarily represent the views of the American Dental Association.

This course is free and open to all
Non-dentists and non-members are welcome to take this course. You’ll be asked for an ADA Login when registering. Creating an account is free and does not require membership. Follow the links below to create an account.

Non-dentists
Non-dentists can create accounts here.

Non-members
Most U.S. dentists and dental students, regardless of membership status, have an ADA number, which functions as your User ID. To retrieve your ID, please visit Forgot User ID.

COVID-19 Response — CDC Guidance for Dental Settings (Recorded Webinar)

Author(s): Not Available

Member Price: $0.00

CE Credit(s): 1

Retail Price: $0.00

Course Created on: 05/29/2020

Description:

American Dental Association on-demand webinar
The information contained in this program was current as of Thursday, May 28, 2020.

Overview
On May 19, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released updated Interim Infection Prevention and Control Guidance for Dental Settings During the COVID-19 Response. This interim CDC guidance provides details for dental health care personnel as they begin to resume non-emergency care for patients. Considerations for prioritizing the most critical dental services and providing care in a way that minimizes harm to patients from delaying care and harm to personnel from potential exposure to COVID-19 will be discussed.

Presenters
Eve Cuny, MS, Director of Environmental Health and Safety, University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry

Kathy Ecklund, RDH, MHP, Director of Occupational Health and Safety and Forsyth Research Subject and Patient Safety Advocate, The Forsyth Institute

Dr. Pamela Porembski, director of the ADA’s Center for Dental Practice

After this course, learners should be able to:

Describe patient and personnel screening for COVID-19.
Explain dental facility and equipment considerations as dental practices resume non-emergency care.
Review respiratory protection measures for dental personnel.

Disclaimer
The views of the presenter(s) do not necessarily represent the views of the American Dental Association.

This course is free and open to all
Non-dentists and non-members are welcome to take this course. You’ll be asked for an ADA Login when registering. Creating an account is free and does not require membership. Follow the links below to create an account.

Non-dentists
Non-dentists can create accounts here.

Non-members
Most U.S. dentists and dental students, regardless of membership status, have an ADA number, which functions as your User ID. To retrieve your ID, please visit Forgot User ID.

Sedation and Medical Emergencies in Children: Part 1

Author(s): Dr. David Rothman

Member Price: $98.00

CE Credit(s): 2

Retail Price: $138.00

Course Created on: 05/19/2020

Description:

No one expects an emergency: Preparing for the unexpected or maybe expected

Overview
Hours are spent training and practicing emergency procedures for adults but totally ignored is a large percentage patient population, children. Emergencies don’t only happen in sedated patients; they can occur in children at any time. Do you have the training and the specific equipment needed to treat and stabilize children? This course will review identification, recognition and treatment of medical and sedation emergencies. By understanding the unique physiology and anatomy of the pediatric patient, prevention of an emergency becomes and important component of emergency care. A child specific emergency kit setup will also be discussed.
After completing this course, you will be able to:
• Develop a pediatric appropriate emergency kit
• Understand pediatric anatomy and physiology and why emergencies are unique in children
• Develop and train staff for emergency preparedness
• Recognize and manage airway issues in children early in order to stabilize and provide definitive treatment
• Manage vomiting, allergic reactions, overdoses of local anesthetic and anaphylaxis
• Understand the need for frequent emergency training for doctors and staff

Looking for Part 2?
Sedation and Medical Emergencies in Children: Part 2

Instructor
David Rothman, D.D.S., is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist practicing in SF and Associate Clinical Professor at CWRU. He completed GP and Anesthesia Residencies prior to his Pediatric training at UCSF. Past Chair of Pediatric Dentistry at UOP he is active in organized dentistry and is a member of OKU, Pierre Fauchard, ICD and ACD.

The Role of Aerosol on the Transmission of Coronavirus and the Impact in Dentistry (Recorded Webinar)

Author(s): Not Available

Member Price: $0.00

CE Credit(s): 1

Retail Price: $69.00

Course Created on: 05/15/2020

Description:

American Dental Association on-demand webinar
The information contained in this program was current as of Thursday, May 14, 2020.

Overview
Concerns that the SARS-CoV-2 virus can spread through aerosol have led to closure of dental offices. In the United States, as dental offices begin to reopen, we are aware that we do not return to a COVID-free world, but to one where we will be treating potential carriers and asymptomatic patients. Dr. Don Milton will explain the role of aerosol in the transmission of SARS-CoV-2, analyze the potential measure to prevent virus transmission and answer questions related to virus load in the air and patient risk. Dr. Purnima Kumar, will critically examine the evidence on microbial payload in dental aerosols, methods of reducing bioload at source, mitigating aerosol spread and decreasing microbial contamination.

In this course, the learner will:

Examine the evidence on the source of virus transmission via aerosol and implications to dental offices
Examine the evidence that supports the use of several aerosol reduction and mitigation methods
Explore the science behind selecting the appropriate PPE based on level of risk, based on the ADA recommendations to return to work

Disclaimer
The views of the presenter(s) do not necessarily represent the views of the American Dental Association.

This course is free for ADA members and $69 for non-members
Non-dentists and non-members are welcome to take this course. You’ll be asked for an ADA Login when registering. Creating an account is free and does not require membership. Follow the links below to create an account.

Non-dentists
Non-dentists can create accounts here.

Non-members
Most U.S. dentists and dental students, regardless of membership status, have an ADA number, which functions as your User ID. To retrieve your ID, please visit Forgot User ID.

Do Your Patients Have the Guts to Enjoy Oral Health?

Author(s): Dr. Uche Odiatu

Member Price: $49.00

CE Credit(s): 1

Retail Price: $69.00

Course Created on: 05/15/2020

Description:

Overview
Do your patients have the guts to douse the flames of inflammation? Our patient’s gut flora make very powerful anti-inflammatory agents when fed key nutrients.

Learn what impacts gut integrity: antibiotics, jet lag, fast food, artificial sweeteners and what we dental professionals can do. The latest science from the National Institutes of Health shows that the microbiome impacts overall health as much as our genes.

Dental industry people are the key professionals to ensure optimum functioning of the masticatory system. This insightful presentation provides an enjoyable and novel path to lower patients’ inflammatory burden.

Presenter
Uche Odiatu, DMD, is the author of The Miracle of Health, a professional member of the American College of Sports Medicine, an NSCA certified personal trainer, and a certified yoga instructor.

In this course, you will:

Gain insight into the science of the human microbiome
Learn why new findings about your patients’ gut flora are shaking the very foundation of health care & nutrition
Understand why the dental professional is perfectly positioned to help people live more vibrant lives
Discover the foundational role of your patient's gut integrity and inflammation