Course Description: Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the landscape of dentistry, offering powerful tools that can enhance patient assessment, streamline workflows, and improve clinical outcomes. This 2-hour course is designed for dental professionals who are eager to understand how AI can be a trusted ally in their practice.

Participants will explore the clinical applications of AI in dental diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient communication. The course will address common misconceptions and concerns about AI, emphasizing how these technologies should not be feared but embraced as collaborative co-diagnosing and assessing "second opinions." Through real-world case studies and interactive discussions, attendees will gain insight into how AI can elevate the standard of care by enhancing clinical decision-making, identifying anomalies earlier, and improving treatment outcomes.

Upon course completion, participants will be equipped with the knowledge to confidently integrate AI tools into their practice, understanding that AI serves not to replace the human element but to strengthen and refine it.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Define AI's role in daily life and in dentistry.
• Recognize the clinical benefits of AI.
• Alleviate AI misconceptions and fears.
• Demonstrate practical applications of AI in various office roles.
• Evaluate AI tools for implementation.
• Understand ethical and legal considerations of AI use.

Presenter: Dr. Emily Boge, EdD, RDH, CDA, FAADH, FADHA, CDIPC

Dr. Emily Boge is a dynamic force in dentistry, blending her extensive experience in both dental assisting and dental hygiene with a master's in healthcare administration and a dual Doctorate in education and organizational leadership. She is a champion for innovation, influencing manufacturers to prioritize practitioner input in product development. Through evidence-based research, she educates and evaluates products while advocating for accountability and empowerment among dental professionals. Dr. Boge shares her insights as a speaker and writer, always pushing the boundaries of dental practice standards and techniques.

Credits: 2.00 CEU

Date & Time: Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 9:00 am - 11:00 am Eastern (8:00 am - 10:00 am Central | 7:00 am - 9:00 am Mountain/Arizona | 6:00 am - 8:00 am Pacific)

Topic(s): Clinical Applications of AI in Dentistry

Instructional Method: Live presentation

Location: Online livestream

Prerequisites: None

Technology Requirements: Computer (recommended), tablet, or smartphone, and an internet connection

Program Provider: Today's RDH (support@todaysrdh.com)

AGD Subject Code(s): 730 Oral Medicine, Oral Diagnosis, Oral Pathology

AADH Course Code: AADHTDH-123-2026-02-2

Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Dr. Emily Boge is a consultant for Hager Worldwide, Medicom, and Sunstar, and holds a patent with Young Dental/American Eagle Instruments and Paradise Dental Technologies. Emily is also an employee of Paradise Dental Technologies, the owner of Think Big Dental, and part-owner of Jell-Ed. All relevant financial relationships listed for Dr. Emily Boge have been mitigated.

Alabama Disclaimer: If you are licensed in Alabama, webinars do not meet in-person/face-to-face CE requirements. Instead, these CE courses would be considered self-study.

California Disclaimer: Today's RDH is an approved provider by the Dental Board of California (License #6066).

Georgia Disclaimer: If you are licensed in Georgia, as of January 1, 2024, webinars do not meet in-person at an on-site course or seminar CE requirements. Instead, these CE courses would be considered self-study.

Tennessee Disclaimer: If you are licensed in Tennessee, as of July 1, 2022, a live interactive webinar is considered in-person continuing education. This amendment to the statute defines a "live interactive webinar" as an internet-based broadcast in which viewers may interact with a presenter in real-time.

Course Description: Effective pain control is essential to successful dental treatment, but selecting the right therapy requires balancing clinical benefit with patient safety and responsible prescribing.

This course reviews the pharmacology, indications, and chairside considerations of non-opioid and opioid analgesics for acute dental pain. Participants will learn to evaluate and compare medication choices, individualize pain plans, and address ethical and regulatory issues associated with opioid use. Evidence-based protocols, clear communication strategies, and risk-reduction approaches are emphasized throughout.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Explain the pharmacology, mechanisms of action, and misuse potential of opioid and non-opioid analgesics used in dentistry.
• Determine appropriate indications and contraindications for analgesic selection in acute dental pain.
• Apply evidence-based prescribing practices to develop individualized pain management plans.
• Recognize signs of substance misuse or diversion and implement strategies to reduce associated risks.

Presenter: Thomas Viola, R.Ph. CCP, CDE, CPMP

With over 30 years of experience as a board-certified pharmacist, clinical educator, professional speaker, and published author, Tom Viola, R.Ph. CCP, CDE, CPMP, has earned his national and international reputation as the go-to specialist for making pharmacology practical and useful for all members of the dental team.

As the founder of Pharmacology Declassified, Tom provides valuable insight into the complex interplay between pharmacology and physiology so that clinicians may be knowledgeable about the dental considerations of general medicine and the medical considerations of general dentistry. As an educator, Tom is a member of the faculty of over 10 dental professional degree programs and has received several awards for outstanding teacher of the year. As an author, Tom is well known for his contributions to several professional journals and pharmacology textbooks and currently serves as a consultant to the American Dental Association's Council on Scientific Affairs. As a speaker, Tom has been recognized by many industry organizations and associations as a leader in continuing dental education and has presented over 1000 informative and engaging seminars and webinars to dental professionals since 2001.

Credits: 2.00 CEU

Date & Time: Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 11:15 am - 1:15 pm Eastern (10:15 am - 12:15 pm Central | 9:15 am - 11:15 am Mountain/Arizona | 8:15 am - 10:15 am Pacific)

Topic(s): Opioids/Pain Management

Instructional Method: Live presentation

Location: Online livestream

Prerequisites: None

Technology Requirements: Computer (recommended), tablet, or smartphone, and an internet connection

Program Provider: Today's RDH (support@todaysrdh.com)

AGD Subject Code(s): 346 Opioid, Controlled Substances and Pain Management

AADH Course Code: AADHTDH-124-2026-02-2

Conflict of Interest Disclosure: No relevant financial relationships with commercial interests to disclose.

Alabama Disclaimer: If you are licensed in Alabama, webinars do not meet in-person/face-to-face CE requirements. Instead, these CE courses would be considered self-study.

California Disclaimer: Today's RDH is an approved provider by the Dental Board of California (License #6066).

Georgia Disclaimer: If you are licensed in Georgia, as of January 1, 2024, webinars do not meet in-person at an on-site course or seminar CE requirements. Instead, these CE courses would be considered self-study.

Tennessee Disclaimer: If you are licensed in Tennessee, as of July 1, 2022, a live interactive webinar is considered in-person continuing education. This amendment to the statute defines a "live interactive webinar" as an internet-based broadcast in which viewers may interact with a presenter in real-time.

Course Description: Orofacial myofunctional therapy (OMT) supports airway function, oral posture, and long-term dental stability across the lifespan. This course focuses on clinical decision-making for patient selection, emphasizing factors that influence successful outcomes in pediatric, adolescent, adult, and older adult populations. Participants will review common orofacial myofunctional disorders and evaluate airway status, tongue mobility, oral habits, motivation, medical comorbidities, and readiness for change. Practical considerations -- including timing of therapy, interdisciplinary coordination, patient adherence, and financial feasibility -- are discussed in the context of achieving long-term functional stability.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Describe the clinical relevance of orofacial myofunctional therapy in supporting airway function, oral posture, and dental and orthodontic stability.
• Identify patient populations that are most likely to demonstrate successful outcomes with myofunctional therapy across the lifespan.
• Recognize common orofacial myofunctional disorders and their effects on oral function and dental treatment outcomes.
• Evaluate practical considerations -- including patient motivation, readiness for change, time commitment, financial feasibility, and interdisciplinary coordination -- when determining patient candidacy for myofunctional therapy.
• Apply strategies that promote adherence and long-term stability by integrating myofunctional therapy into comprehensive dental care.

Presenter: Pat Brinkman-Falter, RDH, MS, COM

Pat Brinkman-Falter, RDH, MS, COM, is board-certified in orofacial myology and the owner of Nebraska Myofunctional Specialties. She is a professional continuing education speaker on courses in airway, birth to six oral development, newborn airway development, recognizing myofunctional disorders, TMJD pain management, and tethered oral tissues.

Pat is a member of the American Dental Hygienists' Association, the International Association of Orofacial Myology, the American Academy of Physiological Medicine and Dentistry, the Association of Applied Myofunctional Sciences, and the creator of the "SPOTS" myofunctional screening tool. She has held several leadership positions within the Nebraska Dental Hygienists' Association, including president and delegate. Pat has received numerous awards, including Young Dental's Hygienists Who Make a Difference in 2013, Nebraska Dental Hygienists' Association Dental Hygienist of the Year in 2013 and 2024, the ADHA Irene Newman Outstanding Clinician Award in 2015, and the IAOM Rosemarie Van Norman Prevention Award in 2020.

Her years of experience with tongue thrust, digit sucking, TMJD, and other areas of orofacial myofunctional disorders have been hugely successful. Pat has an innovative approach, enabling patients to achieve overall confidence by providing individualized, positive treatment plans. Pat has practiced orofacial myology since 2008 in Central and Eastern Nebraska. She and her husband have seven children and ten grandchildren.

Credits: 2.00 CEU

Date & Time: Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Eastern (12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Central | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Mountain/Arizona | 10:30 am - 12:30 am Pacific)

Topic(s): Myofunctional Therapy

Instructional Method: Live presentation

Location: Online livestream

Prerequisites: None

Technology Requirements: Computer (recommended), tablet, or smartphone, and an internet connection

Program Provider: Today's RDH (support@todaysrdh.com)

AGD Subject Code(s): 130 Electives

AADH Course Code: AADHTDH-125-2026-02-2

Conflict of Interest Disclosure: No relevant financial relationships with commercial interests to disclose.

Alabama Disclaimer: If you are licensed in Alabama, webinars do not meet in-person/face-to-face CE requirements. Instead, these CE courses would be considered self-study.

California Disclaimer: Today's RDH is an approved provider by the Dental Board of California (License #6066).

Georgia Disclaimer: If you are licensed in Georgia, as of January 1, 2024, webinars do not meet in-person at an on-site course or seminar CE requirements. Instead, these CE courses would be considered self-study.

Tennessee Disclaimer: If you are licensed in Tennessee, as of July 1, 2022, a live interactive webinar is considered in-person continuing education. This amendment to the statute defines a "live interactive webinar" as an internet-based broadcast in which viewers may interact with a presenter in real-time.

Course Description: Understanding which anesthetic is best for your patient can be challenging, especially when so many options are available. This intermediate-level course guides the learner through the science of anesthetics used in dentistry, including non-injectable and injectable, and which option is best for the procedure.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Identify different non-injectable anesthetic options.
• Identify which injections to select for the clinical procedure.
• Employ atraumatic injection techniques.
• Select appropriate anesthetic options for the patient and clinical procedure.

Presenter: Tina Clarke, RDH, M.Ed, FADHA

Tina Clarke, RDH, M.Ed, FADHA, is a clinician, educator, speaker, and nationally published author with nearly 25 years of experience in dental hygiene. She is the author of Hit Me with Your Best Shot: Local Anesthesia for Oral Health Care Professionals, a comprehensive guide that simplifies complex concepts with clear explanations and technique videos -- perfect for the entire dental team.

A recognized expert in local anesthesia, medical emergencies, and head and neck anatomy, Tina provides local anesthesia certification and hands-on refresher courses for dental professionals across the country. She mentors clinicians nationwide and teaches at Lane Community College in Oregon.

As an approved continuing education provider through the American Academy of Dental Hygiene and a certified CPR/BLS instructor, Tina is recognized for her energetic and engaging teaching style, which makes learning both effective and enjoyable.

Credits: 2.00 CEU

Date & Time: Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 3:45 pm - 5:45 pm Eastern (2:45 pm - 4:45 pm Central | 1:45 pm - 3:45 pm Mountain/Arizona | 12:45 pm - 2:45 pm Pacific)

Topic(s): Local Anesthetic Options

Instructional Method: Live presentation

Location: Online livestream

Prerequisites: None

Technology Requirements: Computer (recommended), tablet, or smartphone, and an internet connection

Program Provider: Today's RDH (support@todaysrdh.com)

AGD Subject Code(s): 340 Anesthesia and Pain Management

AADH Course Code: AADHTDH-126-2026-02-2

Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Tina Clarke is a consultant for DentalPost and Paradise Dental Technologies, and is the owner of Teacher Tina RDH. All relevant financial relationships listed for Tina Clarke have been mitigated.

Alabama Disclaimer: If you are licensed in Alabama, webinars do not meet in-person/face-to-face CE requirements. Instead, these CE courses would be considered self-study.

California Disclaimer: Today's RDH is an approved provider by the Dental Board of California (License #6066).

Georgia Disclaimer: If you are licensed in Georgia, as of January 1, 2024, webinars do not meet in-person at an on-site course or seminar CE requirements. Instead, these CE courses would be considered self-study.

Tennessee Disclaimer: If you are licensed in Tennessee, as of July 1, 2022, a live interactive webinar is considered in-person continuing education. This amendment to the statute defines a "live interactive webinar" as an internet-based broadcast in which viewers may interact with a presenter in real-time.