Register for this Event Denture Technology - Analog vs. Digital Denture Technology and Protocol, Procedure and Patient Acceptance with Implant Dentures Six CE credits recommended for dentists, hygienists and dental assistants Education Methods: lecture, slides and discussion The lecture will feature the latest in full denture digital technology and a step-by-step workflow analysis on printed and milled dentures. Material choices, design, case planning and comprehensive successful techniques also will be discussed. Protocol and fabrication of implant dentures, including overdentures and fixed hybrid dentures, ranging from a simplified design to a more advanced bar design, will be discussed. At the conclusion of […]

Register for this Event Nutrition and Oral Care Products: Demystifying This Dynamic Duo to Build a Personalized Approach to Oral Health Six CE credits recommended for dentists, hygienists, dental assistants and EFDAs Education Methods: lecture, slides and discussion This comprehensive lecture delves into the powerful partnership between nutrition and oral care products for optimal oral health. Attendees will gain knowledge of the ever-evolving landscape of over the counter (OTC) dental solutions. Many patients use dietary supplements as a replacement for properly balanced diets and dental professionals need to understand the effects supplements have on the oral environment. By exploring the intersection […]

Nitrous Oxide in Dentistry; Dental Manifestations of Metabolic Bone Disorders and Pulp Therapy in Primary and Permanent Teeth Six CE credits recommended for dentists, hygienists, dental assistants and EFDAs Education Methods: lecture, slides and discussion This multidisciplinary lecture will provide the attendee with the fundamentals and best practice methods for the use of nitrous in dentistry; increase awareness of genetic and metabolic bone disorders, such as X-linked hypophosphatemia and offer a comprehensive overview of pulp therapy procedures in both primary and permanent dentition. Attendees can expect to be able to: -- Understand the pharmacology basis of nitrous oxide. -- Learn the […]

Practical Oral Pathology from Recognition to Action Six CE credits recommended for dentists, hygienists, dental assistants and EFDAs Education Methods: lecture, slides and discussion This course focuses on practical approaches to differential diagnoses, triage, and biopsy of the most commonly enountered infections, inflammatory conditions and neoplastic lesions. Attendees can expect to be able to: -- Formulate a differential diagnosis of common hard and soft tissue pathologies. -- Stratify risk potential of lesions and determine the best course of actions. -- Review the most commonly prescribed medications for oral infections or inflammatory conditions. -- Learn basic biopsy indications, armamentarium and technique. -- […]

Register for this Event Identification and Beyond: Exploring the Many Faces of Forensic Odontology Six CE credits recommended for dentists, hygienists and dental assistants Education Methods: lecture, slides, case studies and discussion This comprehensive lecture provides an in-depth overview of forensic odontology--its vital role in human identification, its expanding scope within medical and legal contexts, and the evolving technology shaping the field. Participants will explore the latest research, innovative software tools, and the use of national databases and international standards that are transforming modern forensic dentistry. The course will highlight other essential areas of practice such as bite mark analysis, dental […]

Register for this Event Pediatric Dentistry Fundamentals and Practical Considerations of Local Anesthesia Six CE credits for dentists, hygienists, assistants and EFDAs. Educational Methods: lecture, slides, demonstration and discussion Pediatric Dentistry Fundamentals presented by Drew J. Carlin, DMD, Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and part of a group practice offering comprehensive care in Erie, PA. This portion of the course will discuss the benefits of introducing young patients into your practice early; provide the learner with tips to have the best possible outcomes when working with young children and address the role of ultra-processed foods on pediatric health […]

Register for this Event Philadelphia County Dental Society & Pennsylvania Dental Association present: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. -- AI and Diagnostically Driven Dentistry Presented by: Lou Graham, DDS, founder of Catapult Education; published author and the former Dental Director of the University of Chicago's Department of Dentistry. Dr. Graham has practiced dentistry in Chicago, Illinois for more than 35 years. Presented in cooperation with Catapult Education. Decades of studies have shown that using traditional diagnostics in dentistry is like flipping a coin. We need to determine the patient's risk factors for caries and periodontal disease. Following this lecture, attendees can […]

  Cosmetic Dentistry for the Restorative Practice Six CE credits recommended for dentists, dental assistants and EFDAs Education Methods: lecture, slides and discussion PDA has received commercial support from GC America for this lecture Improvements in composite polymerization shrinkage, reduction of internal stress and occlusal wear, have made composite material a great aesthetic option. This lecture will demonstrate a simplified method of restoring the fractured maxillary anterior central incisor with composite resin using the intraoral composite mock-up technique creating an imperceptible restoration. The lecture also will demonstrate step by step how to place posterior composites quickly and easily so that an […]

Register for this Event Act 31 Recognizing and Reporting Suspected Child Abuse in Pennsylvania and Medical Emergencies Encountered with Conscious Sedation and General Anesthesia Six CE credits recommended for the entire dental team. Act 31 is a PA license renewal requirement for dentists, hygienists, and EFDAs Education Methods: lecture, slides, case presentations and discussion Act 31: This lecture will educate mandated reporters on how to recognize the signs of child abuse and how and when to make a report. Presented by Michelle Hager, a dedicated Compliance Consultant with Clym Environmental Services specializing in dental practice safety, regulatory compliance and operational excellence. […]

Register for this Event Philadelphia County Dental Society & Pennsylvania Dental Association present: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. -- Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting for Dental Professionals (Act 31) withThree Serious Drug Interactions That Every Dentist Should Know and Evidence-based Analgesia for Post-Surgical Dental Pain (Act 124) Presented by Angela M. Stout, DMD, MPH, a pediatric dentist in private practice in Erdenheim, PA, Elliot V. Hersh, DMD, MS, PhD, a Professor of Pharmacology/Oral Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and Katherine N. Theken, PharmD, PhD, an Assistant Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Pharmacology at the […]

Three Serious Drug Interactions PLUS Radiation Safety and HIPAA Compliance 6 CE credits appropriate for dentists, hygienists, assistants and EFDAs. Education Method: powerpoint, […]