Today's RDH Live Dental CE at Home Virtual Event

An affordable and convenient way to earn your live CE credits. Save time and money while learning with top-notch speakers presenting high-quality, relevant CE courses!

All courses are non-sponsored and focused solely on providing objective, evidence-based education.

Agenda:

Crashing the Biofilm Party: Understanding the Path to Safe Dental Unit Waterlines (2 CE)
Presented by Amanda Hill, BSDH, RDH, CDIPC
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
2024 Updates in Dental Radiology and Patient Safety (2 CE)
Presented by Dr. Emily Boge, EdD, RDH, CDA, FAADH, FADHA
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
Hurts so… Swell: Management of Acute Dental Pain and Appropriate Opioid Prescribing (2 CE)
Presented by Thomas Viola, R.Ph., C.C.P.
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 pm Pacific/Arizona
Preventing Medical Errors in the Dental Setting (2 CE)
Presented by Spring Hayes Hatfield, RDH, BSPH
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

Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024

Time (please note your local time):

Eastern: 9:00 am – 5:45 pm
Central: 8:00 am – 4:45 pm
Mountain: 7:00 am – 3:45 pm
Arizona: 6:00 am – 2:45 pm
Pacific: 6:00 am – 2:45 pm

Location: Online from the comfort of home or anywhere you have an internet connection

Topics: Waterline Safety, Radiology, Opioids/Pain Management, Medical Errors

Total CE Credits: 8 CE (4 live courses, 2 CE each)

Price: $69 early-bird until October 11th, $99 regular price starting October 12th

Program Provider: Today's RDH (support@todaysrdh.com / prior to emailing support, please read through the FAQ below if you have any questions)

Course Description: Dental unit waterlines (DUWL) are in the news and on inspection checklists. However, the process of testing and treating waterlines is often misunderstood or even forgotten. Science shows us that many of the aerosols we produce in our operatories come directly from the biofilm growth in our DUWLs. And just like the biofilm in the mouth, it can be stubborn to remove. How can you keep you and your patients safe? In this dynamic presentation, attendees will learn the why, how, and what of dental unit waterline compliance. From testing to daily maintenance, this course will turn you into a Waterline Warrior and motivate you to return to the op and Crash the Biofilm Party!

Learning Objectives:

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

Describe the importance of clean dental unit waterlines;
Define the steps needed to "pass the test"--shock, test, treat, maintain;
Discuss products on the market that can make your job easier.

Presenter: Amanda Hill, BSDH, RDH, CDIPC

Amanda Hill, BSDH, RDH, CDIPC, is an enthusiastic speaker, innovative consultant, award-winning author, and a sought-after thought leader, contributing invaluable and inspiring insights into the current trends in dentistry. Affectionately known as the Waterline Warrior, she brings over 25 years of clinical dental hygiene and education to dentistry. Recipient of the Association for Dental Safety's Emerging Infection Control Leader award and an active participant with the advisory boards for RDH magazine and DentistryIQ, and the Association for Dental Safety's infection control in practice editorial review board, Amanda strives to make topics in dentistry accurate, accessible, and fun!

Credits: 2.00 CEU

Date & Time: Saturday, October 19, 2024 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): Waterline Safety

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): 148 Infection Control

AADH Course Code: AADHTDH-091-2024-10-2

Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Amanda has an affiliation and/or a financial interest with ProEdge Dental Water Labs, PDI, DentalPost, Safeco Dental Supply, Curaden, Paradise Dental Technologies, Premier Dental, Air Techniques, and Parkell.

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), but this course is not specifically approved for California's infection control course requirement.

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.

State Infection Control CE Requirement Disclaimer: While this course is about infection control, it is specifically about dental unit waterlines. If your state's Board of Dentistry/Board of Dental Examiners requires CE in infection control, this may not meet that requirement and may be classified as an elective CE course. Please check your state's Dental Practice Act and/or reach out to the Board to ensure specific qualifications before submitting this course for your infection control requirement.

Course Description: Step into the dynamic world of dental radiology with this engaging course that not only meets mandatory safety training requirements but also takes you on a journey through the fascinating history of radiology and the fundamental principles of radiation science. Delve into a captivating array of current topics tailored to suit dental professionals across diverse practice settings. From uncovering the secrets of radiology's past to exploring cutting-edge developments, this course promises an immersive learning experience that will leave you inspired and informed. Join us as we illuminate the path to mastery in radiological sciences!

Learning Objectives:

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

Understand the evolution of ionizing radiology health and safety over the last 100+ years;
Investigate options available in current dental x-ray equipment and utilize current appropriate precautions in the use of said equipment;
Compare the benefits and challenges presented with various types of digital sensors and plates;
Discuss hands-on tips and tricks for obtaining quality digital imaging;
Demonstrate skills to prevent unnecessary exposure to radiation by understanding the American Dental Association recommendations;
Employ safety concepts of tracking cumulative radiation, including environmental radiation.

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

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, October 19, 2024 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): Radiology

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 Imaging Science

AADH Course Code: AADHTDH-092-2024-10-2

Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Emily has an affiliation and/or a financial interest with Young Dental, Sunstar, Paradise Dental Technologies, Medicom, Dentsply Sirona, Hager International and Jell-Ed Educatoinal Consortium.

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).

Course Description: Management of acute odontogenic pain is accomplished through a clinical approach that successfully incorporates both opioid and non-opioid analgesics. However, moderate to severe dental pain often occurs well after office hours and away from our immediate supervision. Thus, it is critical for clinicians to be able to accurately identify a patient's need for pain control, develop an individualized pain management plan, and assess the efficacy of analgesic agents employed.

This program will provide strategies for effectively managing dental pain with opioid and non-opioid analgesics and analgesic adjuvants while also mitigating associated risks. Special emphasis will be given to appropriate practices for prescribing analgesics as well as identification and treatment of opioid analgesic abuse.

Learning Objectives:

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

Understand the pharmacology and mechanism of action of opioid and non-opioid analgesics, as well as their potential for abuse;
Identify the intended roles of these analgesics in the treatment of acute dental pain, as well as situations that may preclude their use;
Discuss best practices for prescribing opioid analgesics as part of an individualized patient pain management plan;
Describe techniques useful in recognizing and identifying potential addiction as well as avoiding potential drug diversion;
Learn current protocols for the management and treatment of opioid addiction;
Examine guidelines for proper storage and disposal of unused dosages.

Presenter: Thomas Viola, R.Ph., C.C.P.

With over 30 years of experience as a board-certified pharmacist, clinical educator, professional speaker, and published author, Tom Viola has earned his 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's mission is to provide clinicians with valuable insight into the dental considerations of general medicine as well as the medical considerations of general dentistry. As an award-winning educator, Tom is a member of the faculty of 15 dental professional degree programs. As a widely published 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 Council on Scientific Affairs. As an award-winning speaker, Tom has been recognized by many organizations and associations as one of the most sought-after lecturers in dentistry and has presented over 1000 informative and engaging continuing education seminars and webinars to dental professionals since 2001.

Credits: 2.00 CEU

Date & Time: Saturday, October 19, 2024 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): 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-093-2024-10-2

Conflict of Interest Disclosure: None disclosed

Alabama Disclaimer: If you are licensed in Alabama, webinars do not meet in-person/face-to-face CE requirements. Instead, this CE course is 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, this CE course is considered self-study.

Course Description: Medical errors have been increasingly identified as a serious public health problem. This includes medical errors that occur in a dental setting. This course will discuss the types of medical errors that can occur in a dental setting and how to implement best practices to ensure optimal patient safety. Further discussion will include how avoiding medical errors and ensuring patient safety can lower the dental professional's risk of malpractice and negligence, as defined by substandard and unethical care.

Preventing medical errors to ensure patient safety should be a top priority for dental professionals. This course aims to equip dental professionals with the knowledge to protect their patients and themselves.

Learning Objectives:

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

Review types of medical errors and their relation to the legal system;
Distinguish key components of a state dental practice act and the importance of knowing these components;
Discuss the standard of care, such as documentation and informed consent and refusal, in the prevention of medical errors;
Summarize the different elements of patient confidentiality;
Identify aspects of respondeat superior as it relates to the dental setting;
Define professional liability, professional negligence, and dental malpractice;
Outline dental professionals' responsibilities in delivering the standard of care to all patients.

Presenter: Spring Hayes Hatfield, RDH, BSPH

Spring Hayes Hatfield, RDH, BSPH, is a graduate of Florida State College at Jacksonville, and she holds licensure in Florida, Louisiana, and Alabama. Spring is on the Advisory Board and holds the position of Continuing Education Manager at Today's RDH. Her passion is elevating the dental hygiene profession through science, education, and clinical excellence. In her free time, she loves traveling, reading, and spending time with her husband, children, and the animals at her useless animal farm. She can be reached via email at Spring@TodaysRDH.com

Credits: 2.00 CEU

Date & Time: Saturday, October 19, 2024 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): Medical Errors

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): 159 Prevention of Medical Errors

AADH Course Code: AADHTDH-094-2024-10-2

Conflict of Interest Disclosure: None disclosed

Alabama Disclaimer: If you are licensed in Alabama, webinars do not meet in-person/face-to-face CE requirements. Instead, this CE course is considered self-study.

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

Do these CEs meet the requirements for my state?

Today's RDH is an ADA CERP and AGD PACE-recognized provider, both of which are recognized by all 50 states.

Your state's Dental Practice Act, which can be found on your state's Board of Dentistry/Board of Dental Examiners website, includes your allowable duties, CE requirements, the rules pertaining to your state, etc. Although Today's RDH is recognized by all 50 states to offer CE courses, some states have requirements for specific courses, such as needing board approval. Please check your state's Dental Practice Act for your state's CE requirements. We highly encourage all dental health care professionals to check their state's Dental Practice Act often, as rules, regulations, and CE requirements can change.

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.

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.

California Disclaimer: Today's RDH is an approved provider by the Dental Board of California (License #6066), but the Crashing the Biofilm Party course is not specifically approved for California's infection control course requirement.

Waterline Safety Course Disclaimer: While the Crashing the Biofilm Party course is about infection control, it is specifically about dental unit waterlines. If your state's Board of Dentistry/Board of Dental Examiners requires CE in infection control, this may not meet that requirement and may be classified as an elective CE course. Please check your state's Dental Practice Act and/or reach out to the Board to ensure specific qualifications before submitting this course for your infection control requirement.

Are these CE courses considered "live" or "in-classroom?"

These courses are being presented live (not pre-recorded), presenters will be available to answer questions from participants (i.e., "interacting with the presenter"), and attendance will be continuously verified. The certificate of completion (CE certificate) will state they are live courses.

Whether these CE courses are considered "live" or "in-classroom" depends on your state's CE requirements (please see disclaimers below). Please check your state's Dental Practice Act for your state's CE requirements, which can be found on your state's Board of Dentistry/Board of Dental Examiners website. We highly encourage all dental health care professionals to check their state's Dental Practice Act often, as rules, regulations, and CE requirements can change.

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.

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.

Are these CE courses truly live and not pre-recorded?

Yes, these CE courses are being presented live and in real time. They are not pre-recorded. Being truly live is important because several state Dental Boards do not consider pre-recorded CE courses as meeting live CE requirements. If you are audited and used pre-recorded CE courses toward your live CE requirement, they may not qualify for re-licensure, and you may fall short of your required courses.

When will I receive an email with links to each course to log on?

Once you register for the event, you will receive an email from Eventbrite with your links for each course. Be sure to check your spam box. In order to properly track attendance for the event, each attendee will have unique links to log in to each course: one link per course, for a total of four links. Do not share your links with anybody, or you will not receive your CE certificates of completion for attending. If you share your links and more than one person is logged on using your links, the tracking software that verifies how long you were in attendance for each course won't work correctly.

How do I get my CE certificate/proof of completion? Will it be emailed?

You will receive your CE certificate of completion via email within seven days after the event concludes. It is very important that you use the same email address to log in to each individual course as you used to register for the event. If you use different emails, there is no way to verify your attendance with your registration. Please note you must be logged on to each course for at least one hour and 40 minutes per accreditation guidelines to receive CE credit.

We recommend you create a SimpleCert account to access all of your CE certificates. Instructions on how to create an account will be in the emails that include your CE certificates (one email per CE certificate). Check your spam box if you have not received your CE certificates or only received some of them. Again, please give us seven days to verify attendance before reaching out to support.

Are there test questions at the end of each course?

Unless your state requires a quiz/assessment to be taken at the completion of live CE courses, you are not required to take a quiz. For states requiring a quiz, each course's quizzes will be made available.

Your state's Dental Practice Act, which can be found on your state's Board of Dentistry/Board of Dental Examiners website, includes your allowable duties, CE requirements, the rules pertaining to your state, etc. We highly encourage all dental health care professionals to check their state's Dental Practice Act often, as rules, regulations, and CE requirements can change.

Is it mandatory to fill out the course evaluations to receive CE credit?

It is not mandatory to fill out course evaluations to receive CE credit. However, they are much appreciated because they give us valuable feedback to improve future events.

Will this be offered on any other days besides the day listed?

Because this is a live event (not pre-recorded), it can only be watched on the date and at the time listed. Please note your time zone because once each course starts, there is no rewind button to start the course from the beginning.

When is your next live virtual CE event going to be?

We plan each live, virtual CE event one at a time. We aren't organizing and planning our next event right now, so we don't know. However, if you'd like to be the first to know when we announce our next event, you can sign up for our email list by going to todaysrdh.com and entering your information in the box that says, "Get Today's RDH Sent Directly to Your Inbox." We also offer on-demand (not "live") self-study CE courses, which can be found here: https://dentalce.todaysrdh.com/

Why is this event on a Saturday?

Before we organize these live CE events, we've put out surveys. Based on the feedback from these surveys, we base which courses are offered, and the day most people prefer. The majority stated they prefer a Friday or Saturday. Our last CE event was on a Friday (August 23, 2024), so we are holding this event on a Saturday (October 19, 2024). Though we try, we simply cannot please everyone.

Why aren't these CE courses free?

There are costs for putting on events like this: An IT team to ensure the event runs smoothly, speaker compensation, software costs, etc. To offer CE courses at no cost, we would need to have sponsors (i.e., manufacturers/companies pay for our expenses), and this event is completely non-sponsored. Though there is a cost to attend this event, it tends to be cheaper than attending an in-person dental conference, especially for those in rural communities who have added travel and hotel costs on top of in-person conference registration fees.

What is the latest to sign up?

The latest to sign-up is 15 minutes before the last course of the day or when the event sells out.

Are there breaks?

Yes, there will be 15-minute breaks between each course.

What if I only want a couple of the courses being offered?

These courses are being sold as a package, not individually. If you prefer not to watch and receive CE credit for a particular course offered, you are free to step away during that time and return for other courses during the day.

Do I have to sit and watch the whole thing? Can I attend this CE event if I'm at work?

We highly suggest you watch and pay attention to each course just as you would if you were attending an in-person dental conference to take continuing education courses. We do not recommend attending this CE event if you are at work or distracted.

Dentistry is an evidence-based health care profession, which is why continuing education is required for re-licensure. Continuing education aims to keep dental professionals up-to-date on current patient care protocols, research, treatment modalities, techniques, and best practices. Its overreaching goal is to enhance clinical and overall skills to protect patients' health and safety and best meet the needs of patients. If you don't pay attention or are distracted, taking continuing education courses does not serve their intended purpose.

If there are certain courses you don't want credit for, you can step away at those times. There will be breaks in between the courses. Please remember you must be logged in to each two-hour course for a minimum of one hour and 40 minutes per accreditation guidelines to receive CE credit. The webinar software tracks your time in the event, and there will be no exceptions made to those who do not attend for the minimum amount of time.

Are there refunds?

Refunds (minus Eventbrite fees) will be available through October 11, 2024. Starting October 12, 2024, no refunds will be offered. Please make sure you are available to attend before purchasing and that you have a strong internet connection.

Can we sign up as a group, or does everyone need to sign up separately?

Everyone who wants to receive CE credit must register and log into each course individually. This is because CE certificates are awarded based on comparing who purchased tickets and how long that person attended each course.

CE credit will not be given to the entire group if a group is viewing on the same device. CE credit will only be given to the person who is logged in to the device.

Are these courses only for hygienists, or can doctors and dental assistants take them, too?

These courses can be taken by doctors, hygienists, and dental assistants. However, please check your state's Dental Practice Act for your state's CE requirements, which can be found on your state's Board of Dentistry/Board of Dental Examiners website. Or, check DANB requirements if you are certified through DANB.

Is there a cap on the number of attendees?

There is a cap of 5,000 attendees.

What is the processing fee?

The processing fee is an Eventbrite fee they charge for using their software.

Do I have to watch this on a laptop?

You can watch from any device with an internet connection or data, including laptops, desktops, tablets, or smartphones.

What happens if I get disconnected?

Click on the course link again and log back in using the same name and email you registered with. If you continue having connection issues, try restarting your device or router and/or using a different device, but please ensure you log back in using the same name and email you registered with.

Are these CEs reported to CE Broker?

Not directly. Just like an in-person conference, the certificate needs to be manually submitted to CE Broker. To do this, you will need to upload the CE certificate of completion to your CE Broker account.

Can the course presenters hear or see me?

No, the speakers can't see or hear you. You interact with them through a live chat.

Will closed captioning be available during this event?

Yes, we will have closed captioning available during the event. Attendees can choose to turn it on or off.

IF YOU HAVE ANY MORE QUESTIONS, PLEASE EMAIL support@todaysrdh.com

If you are having difficulties registering on this page, please register directly on the Eventbrite page here.

Alabama Disclaimer: If you are licensed in Alabama, webinars do not meet in-person/face-to-face CE credit 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), but the waterline safety course is not specifically approved for California's infection control course requirement.

Waterline Safety Course Disclaimer: While the Crashing the Biofilm Party course is about infection control, it is specifically about dental unit waterlines. If your state's Board of Dentistry/Board of Dental Examiners requires CE in infection control, this may not meet that requirement and may be classified as an elective CE course. Please check your state's Dental Practice Act and/or reach out to the Board to ensure specific qualifications before submitting this course for your infection control requirement.

Saturday, October 19, 2024

Dental CE at Home

ABOUT THE EVENT

SPEAKERS

COURSE DETAILS

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Crashing the Biofilm Party: Understanding the Path to Safe Dental Unit Waterlines

2024 Updates in Dental Radiology and Patient Safety

Hurts so… Swell: Management of Acute Dental Pain and Appropriate Opioid Prescribing

Preventing Medical Errors in the Dental Setting

Frequently Asked Questions

REGISTRATION