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Infection Control & Cross-Contamination in Dental Laboratories

Dental CE Courses

4 hours

Infection Control & Cross-Contamination in Dental Laboratories provides dental laboratory professionals with practical guidance on preventing infection risks and cross-contamination during routine lab operations. The course reviews OSHA- and CDC-aligned infection control practices related to handling impressions, prosthetics, and digital equipment, with a focus on exposure prevention, patient safety, and inspection readiness.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Health Equity in Healthcare

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Jennifer Garland

1 hour

This course provides a comprehensive exploration of health equity, focusing on the social, systemic, and structural factors that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, outcomes, and experiences. Participants will examine how biases, socioeconomic factors, cultural barriers, and institutional practices impact health delivery and will learn strategies to create more inclusive, equitable care across medical, dental, and mental health settings.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Suicide Prevention in the Dental Industry

Dental CE Courses

1 hour

This course empowers dental professionals to address the silent crisis of suicide within their industry. Designed for dentists, hygienists, students, and office staff, it blends evidence-based strategies with actionable tools to foster mental health awareness and intervention.

You’ll Learn How To:

Understand the Crisis: Explore why dental professionals face elevated suicide risks, from financial burdens to professional isolation.
Spot Warning Signs: Recognize subtle behavioral, verbal, and physical cues in colleagues or patients (e.g., withdrawal, hopelessness).
Intervene Effectively: Use empathetic communication, safety planning, and referrals to crisis resources.
Build Resilient Workplaces: Implement systemic changes like mental health screenings, peer support networks, and stigma reduction.
Advocate for Change: Promote mental health education in dental schools and policy reforms in practices.

Suicide in dentistry is preventable. By equipping participants with practical skills—from screening tools like PHQ-2 to workplace wellness protocols—this course transforms dental teams into frontline advocates for mental health. Together, we can save lives and create a culture where seeking help is a sign of strength.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Placement of Dental Implants

Dental CE Courses

7 hours

Dental Implant Placement provides dental professionals with the essential knowledge and hands-on skills required to successfully integrate dental implants into their practice. This course covers fundamental principles of implantology, including patient selection, treatment planning, surgical techniques, and prosthetic restoration. Participants will gain a deep understanding of bone anatomy, osseointegration, and risk management to ensure long-term implant success.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Pain Management For Dentistry

Dental CE Courses

4 hours

Dentists prescribe approximately 9% of opioid analgesics dispensed by outpatient U.S. retail pharmacies annually and are the leading prescribers for patients aged 10 to 19.

This course is designed to help dental professionals navigate the complexities of pain management, focusing on identifying risk factors, optimizing effective treatment strategies, and minimizing potential risks associated with analgesic use in dental care.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Ethics in Dentistry 2 Hours

Dental CE Courses

2 hours

This course empowers dental professionals to navigate the ethical complexities of modern practice with confidence and integrity. Participants will explore key dilemmas, such as balancing patient autonomy with professional recommendations, managing financial pressures while prioritizing patient welfare, and addressing inequities in access to care.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Monitoring Sedation and Anesthesia in Dentistry

Dental CE Courses

4 hours

Sedation and anesthesia play a vital role in modern dental practices, providing patients with a more comfortable and anxiety-free experience during procedures. These techniques are particularly important for individuals with severe dental anxiety, low pain tolerance, or complex medical conditions that make routine dental care challenging. By offering sedation or anesthesia, dental professionals can perform more invasive or time-consuming procedures while ensuring the patient remains calm and cooperative. This not only improves the patient experience but also allows clinicians to deliver high-quality care efficiently.

However, the use of sedation and anesthesia requires a high level of vigilance from the entire dental team. Monitoring the patient continuously is crucial to ensuring their safety, as sedation can affect cardiovascular, respiratory, and central nervous system functions. Each team member must be aware of their role in monitoring vital signs, identifying potential complications, and responding promptly to changes in the patient’s condition. Proper monitoring reduces risks, enables timely interventions, and reinforces the trust patients place in the dental team to deliver safe and effective care. By prioritizing patient monitoring, dental practices uphold the highest standards of safety and excellence in care.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health for Dentistry

Dental CE Courses

2 hours

This course equips dental professionals with the knowledge and skills to address the intersection of substance use disorders and mental health issues in dental practice. Participants will explore the impact of substance abuse on oral health, recognize signs of mental health challenges in patients, and learn effective strategies for communication, intervention, and referral.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Principles and Practices in Dental Ethics 6 Hours

Dental CE Courses

6 hours

This course will enhance a dental professional’s ability to navigate the complex ethical challenges that arise in modern dental practice. Ethical dilemmas, such as balancing patient autonomy with professional recommendations, managing financial pressures while ensuring patient welfare, and addressing disparities in access to care, are integral to the profession. Dental professionals can strengthen patient trust, foster professional integrity, and improve decision-making in difficult situations by developing a deeper understanding of core ethical principles—autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, justice, and veracity. This course also equips dental professionals to handle emerging issues, such as the ethical use of technology and data, with confidence and responsibility. Ultimately, participating in this program ensures that dentists uphold the highest standards of professionalism and care, benefiting both their practice and their patients.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Mandatory Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Reporting: State Requirements for Children and Vulnerable Adults

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Leesa M. Robertson

Gregory Crutchfield

3 hours

Reporting suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, or maltreatment is a serious legal and ethical responsibility, especially for mandated reporters. Because reporting laws vary significantly by state, professionals must understand not only when a report is required, but also who must report, where the report must be made, and how quickly action must be taken.

This course provides a state-by-state overview of mandatory reporting requirements for suspected child abuse and vulnerable adult abuse across the United States. Participants will review the circumstances that may trigger a reporting obligation, the required timelines for making a report, and the procedures for contacting the appropriate child protective services, adult protective services, law enforcement, or other designated agency.

The course also emphasizes the importance of timely action, accurate documentation, and understanding the limits of professional discretion when abuse or maltreatment is suspected. By the end of the course, participants will have a clearer understanding of how reporting requirements differ across jurisdictions and how to respond appropriately when concerns arise.

Course Creation Date 5/1/2026

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Elderly and Vulnerable Adult Abuse

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Kate Jensen

1 hour

Elder abuse is a pervasive issue in the United States, affecting thousands of individuals who are often unable to advocate for themselves. Vulnerable adults, including elderly individuals with physical, cognitive, or emotional impairments, are sometimes mistreated by the very people entrusted with their care.

This course will explore elderly and vulnerable adult abuse, those most vulnerable, abusers, how to recognize abuse the importance of reporting.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Hepatitis

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Leesa M. Robertson

3 hours

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of Hepatitis, a group of viral infections that affect the liver. It covers the types of Hepatitis (A, B, C, D, and E), modes of transmission, prevention strategies, treatment options, and the impact of the disease on global health. The course is designed for healthcare professionals, students, and anyone interested in learning about Hepatitis.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Oral Cancer

Dental CE Courses

2 hours

Oral cancer is a potentially life-threatening disease that can greatly impact a patient’s oral health and overall well-being. Dental professionals play a crucial role in the early detection, prevention, and management of oral cancer.

This course is designed to equip dental professionals with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to recognize, diagnose, and manage oral cancer cases effectively.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Vaping and E-Cigarettes for Dental Professionals

Dental CE Courses

1 hour

Nicotine vaporizers and electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) remain popular among adults and adolescents. However, as they can lead to adverse effects within the oral cavity, including conditions like stomatitis and mouth ulcers, it’s essential to acknowledge that tobacco-containing products, including e-cigarettes, are linked to immediate and long-term oral and systemic health issues.

This course will explore the historical development of e-cigarettes and vaping, the e-liquid components, the potential damage caused by e-cigarettes and vaping, and assist dental professionals in educating their patients.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

HIPAA Training For Medical Professionals

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1 hour

The purpose of this course is to provide information on the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. This course will overview HIPAA and privacy regulations, define and describe how to handle confidential information, and review the penalties and enforcement.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Sterilization and Infection Control in the Oral Health Care Setting

Dental CE Courses

2 hours

Every year, lives are lost because of the spread of infections in healthcare facilities. Dental professionals can take steps to prevent the spread of infectious diseases in the dental office and laboratory. Proper handwashing, universal precautions, and knowledge can all help to lead the way to prevent the spread of infections.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Domestic Violence

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Leesa M. Robertson

2 hours

This course will review the statistics and prevalence of domestic violence in our society. We will define domestic violence and its various types of abuse.

The course will review the dynamics of violent relationships. Violent relationships follow a predictable cycle of violence. This course will discuss this cycle and review its patterns and screening methods through multiple case studies. The course will delve into special populations and associated risk factors. Upon completing the course, the professional will understand the specific resources available for those in need.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Infection Control for the Inpatient Setting

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Kate Jensen

2 hours

This course provides an in-depth overview of infection control principles, including standard precautions, pathogen transmission, personal protective equipment (PPE), cleaning and disinfection practices, and outbreak prevention strategies. It equips healthcare professionals with the knowledge necessary to maintain safe, compliant, and hygienic environments across diverse care settings.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Abuse Reporting in Illinois

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1 hour

This course will explore the requirements for reporting child and elder abuse in Florida. The course will list who mandated reporters are, when a report is warranted, and how to make the report when necessary. We will explore the timeline for reporting and the procedures that must occur.

It will award 1 continuing education hour. Please see the board approval box or course approvals.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Abuse Reporting in Florida

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1 hour

This course provides a comprehensive review of abuse recognition, mandatory reporting duties, and the statutory requirements governing reporting practices in Florida. Participants will examine indicators and forms of abuse, professional and legal obligations of mandated reporters, penalties associated with failure to report, and the procedural steps required for timely submission of reports.

It will award 1 continuing education hour.

Course created 12/9/2021 .

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

The Use and Recommendation of Power Toothbrushes

Dental CE Courses

3 hours

Brushing teeth at home between professional cleanings is the foundation of good oral care and prevention. Dental professionals need to seek information and stay updated on the products available to their patients. This course will review the pros and cons of power toothbrushes and manual toothbrushes. We will also examine the various options available in the different power toothbrushes and how this affects efficacy and patient compliance.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Dental Anxiety

Dental CE Courses

1 hour

Dental fear refers to the fear of dentistry and of receiving dental care. This can be quite severe when diagnosed as dental phobia, odontophobia, dentophobia, or dentist phobia or less severe when described as generalized anxiety. This course will explore dental phobia and anxiety and strategies to reduce anxiety.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Dental Implant Hygiene

Dental CE Courses

3 hours

This course provides a structured examination of dental implant hygiene, emphasizing evidence-based approaches to the long-term maintenance of implant-supported restorations. Content includes foundational principles of peri-implant health, selection and application of appropriate instrumentation, and the development of individualized maintenance protocols. Clinical considerations related to biofilm management, risk assessment, and prevention of peri-implant diseases are integrated throughout. The course is designed to support advanced clinical decision-making and promote optimal patient outcomes in implant care.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Motivational Interviewing To Induce Positive Patient Behavior Change in Dentistry

Dental CE Courses

3 hours

This course will explore a patient-centered approach to gaining dental patient buy-in through Motivational Interviewing. This technique is a collaborative, conversational method for strengthening motivation and commitment to changing behavior.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Safe and Effective Prescribing of Controlled Substances in Dentistry

Dental CE Courses

2 hours

This course delves into the key factors that contribute to the safe and effective prescribing of medications. It examines best practices, regulatory guidelines, and clinical considerations that healthcare providers must navigate to ensure patient safety. Topics include understanding drug interactions, recognizing contraindications, tailoring prescriptions to individual patient needs, and staying informed about current pharmacological advancements. Emphasis is placed on minimizing risks, enhancing therapeutic outcomes, and fostering informed decision-making in medication management.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Refresher on Medical Emergencies For Dental Professionals

Dental CE Courses

4 hours

This course will serve as a refresher on what a first responder is, how they are protected, what constitutes a medical emergency, what to do for many common emergencies, how medical emergencies should be transported, advice on psychological trauma, and the emotional toll on responders themselves.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Human Trafficking and Exploitation for the Dental Industry

Dental CE Courses

1 hour

Human trafficking is the trade of humans, most commonly for the purpose of forced labor, sexual slavery, or commercial sexual exploitation for the trafficker or others.

This course will explore what human trafficking is, how it occurs and who is most vulnerable, how to recognize risk factors, The Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 and the Justice for Victims Act of 2015, as well as how drug use is linked to trafficking, treatment options and procedures to helping fight this crisis.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Marijuana Use and How It Effects Oral Health

Dental CE Courses

2 hours

Upon completion of this course, oral health care professionals will have a better understanding of the impact on demographics, mechanisms, general health, and oral health with the use of marijuana.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Bloodborne Pathogens

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Leesa M. Robertson

1 hour

Bloodborne Pathogens are microorganisms such as viruses or bacteria carried in the blood and can cause disease in people. This course will explore the primary bloodborne pathogens and the OSHA standards regarding these.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Sleep Disorders

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Jennifer Winters

Sarah Reinhart

1 hour

Sleep is a complex and essential behavioral state that occupies approximately one-third of the human lifespan. Although it is a universal and biologically necessary process, its clinical significance is often underestimated. Sleep plays a foundational role in physical health, cognitive functioning, emotional regulation, neurobiological restoration, and overall mental wellness. Disruptions in sleep are not merely secondary complaints; they can contribute to, exacerbate, or reflect underlying psychiatric, medical, and behavioral health conditions. For clinicians, understanding sleep as a core determinant of health is essential to comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and long-term client outcomes.

Course Creation Date: 5/7/2026

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)

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Jennifer Winters

2 hours

Coronavirus (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by a new virus.

The disease causes respiratory illness (like the flu) with symptoms such as a cough, fever, and, in more severe cases, difficulty breathing. You can protect yourself by washing your hands frequently, avoiding touching your face, and avoiding close contact (1 meter or 3 feet) with unwell people.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

HIV/Aids Update for Florida Health Care Providers

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Leesa M. Robertson

2 hours

This course will update the learner on the status of current research, prevention and what we have come to understand about the Human Immunodeficiency Virus and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome. We will also explore the most current statistics and revisit the definitions and symptoms.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Practice Management for Dentistry

Dental CE Courses

1 hour

Running a successful dental practice presents new challenges every day. Understanding how to create a safe, inviting, well-run environment where patients’ interests are the priority is important.

This course will explore the necessary areas of good practice management. This course adheres to the Standards of Rule 64B4-12.0175 (FAC).

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Hypersensitivity

Dental CE Courses

4 hours

This course delivers a focused, evidence-based analysis of dental hypersensitivity, addressing its biological and physiological mechanisms, associated structural changes in dental tissues, and contributing risk factors. Emphasis is placed on accurate clinical assessment, including identification of common triggers, comprehensive patient history-taking, and differentiation from other conditions with similar presentations. Learners will critically evaluate current treatment options and develop individualized management and prevention strategies grounded in patient-specific clinical and behavioral factors.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Tooth Whitening

Dental CE Courses

3 hours

Tooth whitening continues to be the number one cosmetic procedure requested by patients. This course explores the safe, effective treatment methods available.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.