GC-AMERICA CE On-Demand Webinars

Modern CAD/CAM Materials for Today’s Dental Practice

Presenter: Mark Kleive, DDS | Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC
Commercial Supporter: GC America

CDE CREDITS: 1 Self Study | COST: $0.00 | Thursday, September 19th, 2024 - Thursday, September 30th, 2027

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Discuss the advantages of modern chairside CAD/CAM materials.
List the steps involved for chairside restorations to be performed more efficiently.
Explain strategies for mimicking the optical properties of natural teeth.

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Inside Expert Series: Materials

Presenter: Robert C. Margeas, DDS; Chad C. Duplantis, DDS; Andrew C. Johnson DDS, MDS, CDT; Clint Stevens, DDS | Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC
Commercial Supporter: GC America; Kulzer; Kuraray

CDE CREDITS: 2 Self Study | COST: $0.00 | Wednesday, September 4th, 2024 - Thursday, September 30th, 2027

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Discuss the efficiency and predictable delivery of modern ceramics.
Explore how 3D printed crown materials provide conservative, cost-effective options for comprehensive tooth rehabilitation.
Review the latest cementation advances and current protocols.

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Indirect Restorations with Lithium Disilicate in One Hour

Presenter: Yao-Lin Tang, DDS, BDS | Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC
Commercial Supporter: GC America

CDE CREDITS: 1 Self Study | COST: $0.00 | Tuesday, August 6th, 2024 - Tuesday, August 31st, 2027

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

List the benefits of using lithium disilicate materials for indirect restorations.
Explain the IDS technique for bonding indirect restorations with minimal post operative sensitivity.
Discuss best practices for achieving 1-hour, single-visit restorations.

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Inside Expert Series: Adhesion

Presenter: Jed M. Best, DDS, MS; Nathaniel Lawson, DMD, PhD; Amanda Seay, DDS | Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC
Commercial Supporter: BISCO, Inc.; GC America, Inc.; Kulzer

CDE CREDITS: 2 Self Study | COST: $0.00 | Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024 - Friday, April 30th, 2027

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Discuss bonding to 3D printed materials and the composition and properties of these materials.
Explore innovations of adhesive materials and how they can improve dental esthetics.
Review the formulation and properties of glass ionomers as well as their uses, such as dentin sealing and luting for indirect restoration.

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Fast-Paced and Predictable Porcelain Blocks for a Fast-Paced World

Presenter: Ashton Prince, DMD | Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC
Commercial Supporter: GC America, Inc.

CDE CREDITS: 1 Self Study | COST: $0.00 | Thursday, September 28th, 2023 - Wednesday, September 30th, 2026

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Explain what a “fast-paced” block is and how it compares to other office-milled porcelain blocks.
Discuss using self-curing bonding systems for more predictable and long-term outcomes.
Describe an ideal protocol providing a healthier bottom line for a practice.

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Balancing pHacts! Remineralization and Preventive Protocols

Presenter: Lory Laughter, RDH, MS | Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC
Commercial Supporter: GC America, Inc.; XLEAR

CDE CREDITS: 1 Self Study | COST: $0.00 | Tuesday, September 5th, 2023 - Wednesday, September 30th, 2026

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Describe the role of pH in enamel demineralization.
List the ingredients and products that are effective in enamel remineralization and their modes of action.
Explain how to educate patients on the importance of pH and balancing the demineralization/remineralization cycle.

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Inside Expert Series: Materials

Presenter: Dennis J. Fasbinder, DDS; Richard Bengt Price, BDS, DDS, MS, PhD; Melissa Seibert, DMD, MS | Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC
Commercial Supporter: Essential Dental Systems; GC America; Kulzer

CDE CREDITS: 2 Self Study | COST: $0.00 | Tuesday, September 5th, 2023 - Wednesday, September 30th, 2026

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Evaluate materials for restoring a short clinical crown to optimize preparation and delivery.
Review essential properties and considerations when selecting a curing light to ensure restorative success.
Discuss the latest innovations in direct composite materials.

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The Teeth Haven’t Stopped Talking: Dental Hygiene Trends You Need to Know About – Part III

Presenter: Joy D. Void-Holmes, RDH, BSDH, DHSc | Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC
Commercial Supporter: BioGaia; GC America; Henry Schein Dental; itrac, LLC; Nordent; SmileDirectClub

CDE CREDITS: 1 Self Study | COST: $0.00 | Monday, March 13th, 2023 - Tuesday, March 31st, 2026

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Examine research that influences emerging trends and new treatment modalities in dentistry.
Discuss dental trends driven by technological advancements and consumer behavioral changes.
Integrate products and technology into daily clinical practice that support the delivery of cutting-edge patient care.

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Extreme Esthetics with Minimally Invasive Cosmetic Dentistry

Presenter: Wynn Okuda, DMD, FAACD, FICOI, FICD | Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC
Commercial Supporter: GC America

CDE CREDITS: 1 Self Study | COST: $0.00 | Thursday, February 23rd, 2023 - Saturday, February 28th, 2026

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Discuss how to create natural results with both a simplified and complex layering technique with latest in nano-hybrid composite resin.
Determine how to achieve exceptional results with Minimal Invasive Cosmetic Dentistry
Discuss how to avoid problems with composite resin dentistry- a 30 year perspective.

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A Tooth's Best Friend: The Dental Hygienist

Presenter: Joseph R. Greenberg, DMD, FAGD | Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC
Commercial Supporter: DMG America; GC America; Pulpdent Corporation; Xlear Inc.

CDE CREDITS: 1 Self Study | COST: $0.00 | Friday, September 9th, 2022 - Tuesday, September 30th, 2025

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Analyze current writings on tooth mineralization, demineralization, and remineralization
Explore the challenges of oral biofilms in dental caries
Discover oral therapeutics that the dental hygienist might employ to address tooth demineralization and caries

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Enhancing Form and Function in Your Restorations

Presenter: Michelle Lee, DMD; Mark Kleive, DDS; Tal Wilkins IV, DDS | Provider: Dental Learning Systems, LLC
Commercial Supporter: GC America, Inc.

CDE CREDITS: 3 Self Study | COST: $0.00 | Friday, May 20th, 2022 - Saturday, May 31st, 2025

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Discuss the different physical properties amongst ceramic and resin-ceramic blocks
Determine the materials used in Injection Molding Technique
Determine the applications of Splint therapy in everyday dentistry

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Dentists In the Know Share Their Everyday Best Practices

Presenter: Jennifer S. Bell, DDS, FAGD, FICD; Chad C. Duplantis, DDS, FAGD; Jeffrey W Horowitz, DMD, FAGD, DASBA | Provider: Dental Learning Systems, LLC
Commercial Supporter: GC America, Inc.

CDE CREDITS: 3 Self Study | COST: $0.00 | Monday, April 11th, 2022 - Wednesday, April 30th, 2025

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Determine the indications and usage for the various categories of cements
Determine preparation recommendations for milled restoratives
Discover the intangible benefits of an effective preventative approach in your dental office

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Emulate Nature with Conservative Dentistry

Presenter: Javier Tapia-Guadix, DDS; Nathaniel Lawson, DMD, PhD; Mehrdad Razaghy, DDS; Abdi Sameni, DDS | Provider: Dental Learning Systems, LLC
Commercial Supporter: GC America, Inc.

CDE CREDITS: 0 | COST: $0.00 | Friday, November 12th, 2021 - Thursday, November 30th, 2023

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Gain a better understanding of optical properties of tissues and materials.
Properly select cases that are ideal for direct composite veneering versus indirect porcelain veneers.
Discuss mechanical performance of direct, semi-direct, and CAD/CAM approaches for large MOD composite-resin restorations.

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Emerging Therapies and Technology in Pediatric and Young Adult Patients

Presenter: Francisco Eraso, DDS, MS, MS, MSD; Lance Kisby, DMD; Jeanette MacLean, DDS; Grace Yum, DDS | Provider: Dental Learning Systems, LLC
Commercial Supporter: GC America

CDE CREDITS: 0 | COST: $0.00 | Thursday, October 7th, 2021 - Thursday, October 31st, 2024

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Determine preventive measures for dental caries
Identify and treat every day and complex cases with the newest technology
Incorporate cone beam imaging systems and emerging direct restorative materials

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Materials: The Inside Look with Dr. DiTolla and Friends

Presenter: Michael DiTolla, DDS; Jihyon Kim, DDS; Nathaniel Lawson, DMD, PhD; Clint Stevens, DDS; Taiseer Sulaiman, DDS, PhD | Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC
Commercial Supporter: GC America, Inc.; Kulzer; Spear Education; Zest Dental Solutions

CDE CREDITS: 0 | COST: $0.00 | Monday, August 30th, 2021 - Saturday, August 31st, 2024

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Describe the impact of some of the newest materials in dentistry.
Explore strategies for incorporating these materials into your workflow.
Discuss which materials are best for which indications and why.

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Inside Dentistry's Clinical Series: Direct Resin Restorations

Presenter: Thomas Dudney, DMD; Nathaniel Lawson, DMD, PhD; Adamo Notarantonio, DDS; Marcos Vargas, BDB, DDS; | Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC
Commercial Supporter: 3M, GC America, Inc., Kulzer, Shofu Dental Corporation

CDE CREDITS: 0 | COST: $0.00 | Thursday, June 3rd, 2021 - Sunday, June 30th, 2024

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Review the indications and applications for flowable and bulk-fill composites
Discuss the benefits of nano and universal composite resins
Describe the various options available for polishers, instruments, and handpieces

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Clinical Series: Indirect Materials Selection

Presenter: Robert Margeas, DDS; Dennis Fasbinder, DDS; Peter Pizzi, MDT, CTD; Taiseer Sulaiman, DDS, PhD | Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC
Commercial Supporter: GC America, Inc.; Kuraray America, Inc.; Trident Dental Laboratories

CDE CREDITS: 0 | COST: $0.00 | Wednesday, May 12th, 2021 - Friday, May 31st, 2024

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Review the indications and applications for milled temporary materials, chairside resins, lithium disilicate, and zirconia.
Discuss the most important considerations involved in material selection for indirect restorative cases.
Explore best practices for achieving the most successful outcomes possible with these materials.

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The Greatest Good for Aging Patients

Presenter: Lou Graham, DDS; Angie Stone, RDH, BS; Timothy Bizga, DDS | Provider: Dental Learning Systems, LLC
Commercial Supporter: GC America

CDE CREDITS: 0 | COST: $0.00 | Friday, April 2nd, 2021 - Tuesday, April 30th, 2024

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Discuss oral health assessment tools specific to boomers and beyond
Learn restorative treatment options for compromised clinical scenarios
Review transitional phases of life, abilities for self-care and customized care to meet those needs

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To Lute or To Bond - That Is the Question

Presenter: Lou Graham, DDS; Chad Duplantis, DDS; Lee Ann Brady, DMD; Miles Cone, DMD | Provider: Dental Learning Systems, LLC
Commercial Supporter: GC America

CDE CREDITS: 0 | COST: $0.00 | Friday, February 26th, 2021 - Wednesday, February 28th, 2024

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Review the clinical criteria for each class of materials to ensure success

Determine the most appropriate cementation protocols to facilitate efficacy and long-term predictability

Discuss how dental cements have changed over the years

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Current Principles in Adhesive Dentistry

Presenter: Jeff Brucia, DDS; Nathaniel Lawson, DMD, PhD; Bob Margeas, DDS; Marcos Vargas, DDS | Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC
Commercial Supporter: 3M; BISCO; GC America; Kuraray

CDE CREDITS: 0 | COST: $0.00 | Monday, October 19th, 2020 - Tuesday, October 31st, 2023

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Describe protocols for adhesion with indirect and direct materials
Discuss glass ionomers and their role in restorative procedures
Review techniques for successfully bonding to various substrates

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A New Era of Bioactive Glass Restoratives

Presenter: Jeremy Horst, DDS; Jeanette MacLean, DDS; Douglas A. Young DDS, EdD, MS | Provider: Dental Learning Systems, LLC
Commercial Supporter: GC America

CDE CREDITS: 0 | COST: $0.00 | Tuesday, September 15th, 2020 - Saturday, September 30th, 2023

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Explain the caries process, caries risk assessment, and treatment options (including when to treat chemically and when to treat surgically).
Propose to patients simple and effective strategies beyond brushing and flossing to prevent and control caries.
Explain clinical indications, benefits, risks, proper handling and placement techniques of Glass restoratives, SDF, SMART, Hall crowns, and Strip crowns.

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