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Are you Interested in Writing a Continuing Education (CE) Course for dentalcare.com?
We are looking for experienced oral healthcare professionals to author CE courses in topics that are timely, relevant and compelling for dental professionals. Prospective authors should be able to demonstrate their expertise in the subject matter through experience, education or both.
Soft Tissue Module
The learner will experience a virtual soft tissue exam including the parameters of the new periodontal classification guidelines. Next, there are 5 patient case studies where learner will apply the material while developing critical thinking and problem solving skills. Lastly, upon completion of the case studies a final knowledge quiz.
Toothpaste Module
What’s in it for you and your patients? This course module will go into depth about the benefits of stabilized stannous fluoride and how to communicate benefits to your patients.
Electric Toothbrush Module
Patient compliance is key to improved self-care and oral health. In this interactive module learn how to make an impactful and evidence based recommendation using motivational interviewing techniques proven to improve oral health. And practice using what you've learned in the patient cases at the end.
There’s a regular misperception that dentifrices are all the same. Share with your students' why stabilized stannous fluoride dentifrice is different from regular fluoride. Not only does stannous fluoride provide more benefits than regular fluorides, but clinical trials show significant advantages versus various marketed control products.
*helps prevent gingivitis. Not intended for use as treatment of periodontal disease.
Syllabus: Dental Radiology
The information in this 12-module syllabus is intended (1) to meet elements of initial educational/training requirements for Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, and Dental Assistant Students related to dental radiography; (2) to provide a framework for an in-service training program in oral healthcare settings to meet annual educational/training requirements as mandated by federal, state, local and professional organizations; and (3) to serve as a resource for oral healthcare personnel wishing to review evidence-based information on specific topics related to dental radiography. A PDF is available for each module that may serve as a convenient resource.
Syllabus: Infection Prevention, Hazardous Waste Management, and Hazard Communication Compliance
The information in this 13-module syllabus is intended (1) to meet initial educational/training requirements for Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, and Dental Assistant Students as mandated by OSHA and other federal, state, local and professional organizations, (2) to provide a framework for an in-service training program in oral healthcare settings to meet annual educational/training requirements as mandated by OSHA and other federal, state, local and professional organizations, and (3) to serve as a resource for oral healthcare personnel wishing to review evidence-based information on specific topics related to infection prevention, hazardous waste management, and hazard communication compliance.
Creating an assignment and reviewing existing assignments are EASY! Watch the How to Create an Assignment training video and share the Student Assignment Guide with your students.
Curriculum GuidesThe guides below recommend CE courses to assign using an example curriculum from leading dental, dental hygiene and dental assisting programs.
Guide for Dental Curriculum
Guide for Dental Hygiene Curriculum
Guide for Dental Assisting Curriculum
This chairside periodontal patient education guide is designed to help you communicate common oral conditions to your patients while using your professional guidance to provide treatment options.
It is based on the Classification of Periodontal and Peri-Implant Diseases and Conditions proceedings of the World Workshop jointly held by AAP and EFP 2017.
Our in-depth case studies have been designed specifically for prevention in dental curriculum. Each case includes the patient pertinent medical dental history (Patient History and Periodontal Charting) and images (Radiographs, study models and Intraoral images). These cases allow your students to practice gaining insights into the complex issues involved in patient care. To view answers, please log in.
Students can test their ability to diagnose complex cases using our interactive case challenges. Here Students can review diagnostic information, such as clinical, radiographic and pathological findings, and select the proper diagnosis.
Complete these ten courses developed in partnership with ADEA on caries process and prevention.
Here are several teaching tools to assist you:
Courses Related to INBDE Development Guide?
Need help preparing for the new Integrated National Board Dental Exam? Download our INDBE Guide which outlines the CE courses on our website related to topics covered on the Integrated National Board Dental Examination.
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2014 Cochrane Report: Power versus Manual
What did the independent, not-for-profit, Cochrane Collaboration find in their recent review of clinical studies comparing power versus manual toothbrushes for the reduction of plaque and gingivitis? Watch this video to learn more.
Fundraising Opportunities Available: As a faculty advisor to students who want to fundraise for their organization or event, once registered at dentalcare.com, you qualify for exclusive discounts on Crest + Oral-B products. You can participate in special fundraising programs that help your school organizations reach their financial goals.
