Course Description: Diabetes and its co-morbidities remain a leading cause of death, and their systemic complications have a significant impact on dental therapy. Would you know the symptoms if you saw them? This program explores diabetes, the arsenal of medications used in its treatment, and the impact of both the disease and its treatment on dental therapy. Special emphasis will be placed on the use of GLP-1 agonists and GLP-1/GIP agonists for the treatment of both diabetes and obesity.

Learning Objectives:

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

• Identify the different types of diabetes, including symptoms and differential diagnosis.
• Describe the complex interplay of diabetes and the oral-systemic connection.
• Review the classes of medications used in the treatment of diabetes and obesity.
• Explore patient management strategies essential for successful treatment planning and proper patient care.

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: Friday, June 5, 2026, at 9:00 am - 11:00 am Eastern (8:00 am - 10:00 am Central | 7:00 am - 9:00 am Mountain | 6:00 am - 8:00 am Pacific/Arizona)

Topic(s): Diabetes and Pharmacotherapy

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): 010 Basic Sciences

AADH Course Code: AADHTDH-133-2026-06-2

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: Dental hygienists are uniquely positioned to influence comprehensive patient care -- without feeling like salespeople. This course explores how thorough assessments, active listening, and thoughtful communication can transform routine appointments into powerful moments of advocacy and education. Learn how to leverage your clinical observations and patient interactions to support whole-person care, enhance treatment acceptance, and elevate your role within the practice -- simply by saying what you see, hear, and know. No pressure. No pitch. Just purposeful prevention.

Learning Objectives:

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

• Identify key components of comprehensive hygiene assessments.
• Review and refine the clinical and observational tools (visual, tactile, auditory) used during assessments to detect early signs of disease and systemic connections.
• Demonstrate effective communication strategies by translating clinical observations into clear, meaningful explanations that build patient trust and support treatment acceptance.
• Recognize the hygienist's role in influencing comprehensive care through proactive assessment and documentation.
• Develop confidence in delivering value-driven education during the hygiene appointment by reframing routine conversations to highlight clinical expertise, educate patients, and reinforce the importance of prevention and whole-person care.

Presenter: Katrina Klein, RDH, CEAS, CPT

Katrina Klein, RDH, CEAS, CPT, has been a practicing registered dental hygienist since 2007. She is recognized as an international speaker, author, competitive bodybuilder, certified personal trainer, certified ergonomic assessment specialist, and biomechanics nerd. She is the founder of ErgoFitLife, where ergonomics and fitness are a lifestyle. She takes pride in teaching dental professionals how to prevent, reduce and/or eliminate pain.

Credits: 2.00 CEU

Date & Time: Friday, June 5, 2026, at 11:15 am - 1:15 pm Eastern (10:15 am - 12:15 pm Central | 9:15 am - 11:15 am Mountain | 8:15 am - 10:15 am Pacific/Arizona)

Topic(s): Patient Assessment and Communication

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-134-2026-06-2

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: Nitrous oxide (N₂O/O₂) sedation is widely used in dental practice to reduce anxiety and improve patient comfort. Safe administration requires appropriate patient assessment, individualized dosing, and the ability to recognize and respond to physiological changes.

This course reviews indications and contraindications for nitrous oxide use, patient evaluation, administration principles, monitoring, and management of potential complications. Legal and ethical considerations related to sedation practice will also be discussed.

Learning Objectives:

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

• Identify indications and contraindications for nitrous oxide (N₂O/O₂) sedation in dental patients.
• Evaluate patients for nitrous oxide use based on medical history, risk factors, and clinical presentation.
• Administer nitrous oxide safely using appropriate titration and monitoring principles.
• Recognize signs, levels, and potential complications of nitrous oxide sedation.
• Discuss legal and ethical considerations related to nitrous oxide use in dental practice.

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: Friday, June 5, 2026, at 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Eastern (12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Central | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Mountain | 10:30 am - 12:30 am Pacific/Arizona)

Topic(s): Nitrous Oxide Administration

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-135-2026-06-2

Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Tina Clarke 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.

Course Description: Julie Whiteley, BS, RDH, once said, "You can walk a mile in a pair of dress shoes, but you'd likely get there faster and more comfortably in sneakers!" Do you ever think to yourself, "I can scale this whole mouth with this ONE instrument"?! Well, you might just be "walking a mile in a pair of dress shoes." Just because something may be possible, it can also have long-lasting effects on your instruments, your patient, and you. This course will help you identify the armamentarium, techniques, and evidence-based research that support your ergonomic health and can impact your delivery of dental hygiene therapy.

Learning Objectives:

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

• Analyze armamentarium design features that support ergonomic health and impact the delivery of dental hygiene therapy.
• Discuss manual instrument choice and fundamental skills of manual periodontal instrumentation.
• Discuss power instrument choice and fundamental skills of power periodontal instrumentation.
• Utilize evidence-based literature and reputable sources to support the use of a broad range of instrumentation.

Presenter: Jessica Atkinson, MEd, BSDH, RDH, FADHA

Jessica Atkinson, MEd, BSDH, RDH, FADHA, is a dental hygiene educator, clinician, and advocate with a passion for advancing the profession through advocacy and education. Jessica blends her background in dental hygiene with a master's in education to create engaging, practical learning opportunities for students, educators, and clinicians alike. She currently serves as an associate professor of dental hygiene at Utah Tech University, a co-host of A Tale of Two Hygienists podcast, and CEO of HYGIENE edgeUCATORS, where she develops continuing education resources for educators and practitioners.

She was a cofounder of Hygiene Edge, an educational platform that has grown to over 100,000 YouTube subscribers and earned the prestigious YouTube Silver Play Button Award for its impact on dental education.

Jessica's leadership and service have been recognized with the St. George Area Chamber of Commerce Element Award, Utah Dental Hygienists' Association (UDHA) Outstanding Clinician Award, and the Utah Tech College of Health Sciences Outstanding Service Award. These awards reflect her deep commitment to making a difference within her own community and professional sphere. She is a fellow of the American Dental Hygienists' Association (FADHA) and a past president of the UDHA.

Jessica is widely known for her ability to simplify complex concepts, engage audiences, and inspire both clinicians and educators to thrive.

Credits: 2.00 CEU

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

Topic(s): Instrumentation

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-136-2026-06-2

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.