Northern California Dental Society

BrianNovy, DDS - Nobody Caries & Codependent Cariology
2023-05-19 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Gaia Hotel & Spa, 4125 Riverside Place, Anderson, CA, 96007, United States
Dr. Nový is the Chief Dental Officer of the Alliance Dental Center in Quincy, Massachusetts. The California Dental Association Foundation presented him with the Dugoni Award for “Outstanding contributions to dental education,” and his office was the first to receive the title, “American Dental Association Adult Preventive Care Practice of the Year.” He served on the ADA Council of Scientific Affairs from 2010 to 2014, and as chair of the CAMBRA coalition. In 2016 he was appointed the consumer advocate on the United States Food and Drug Administration Dental Products Panel.
NOBODY CARIES (3 hours)
Sometimes it seems as though our patients don’t grasp the basic concept of home care. Other times our patients with impeccable hygiene develop rampant decay and we feel helpless because we can’t figure out what’s going on. The mouth is a remarkable environment that cariologists are finally beginning to understand, and so can you. Come learn everything you didn’t know about plaque and the amazing organisms that make the mouth a wonderful place to work.
At the end of this course, participants should be able to:
• Explain the mixed ecological approach to caries causation
• Apply Evidence Based and novel preventive therapies
• Quickly identify high caries risk patients before they develop disease
• Stop “watching” lesions and see them get smaller
CODEPENDENT CARIOLOGY (3 hours)
Depriving cariogenic bacteria of sugar is the cornerstone of traditional caries management, yet the science of CAMBRA (Caries Management By Risk Assessment) takes cariology to a whole new level. If you’re still telling patients to, “Brush, floss, and use fluoride toothpaste” you’re going to be surprised by the myriad of treatment options available today. Streptococcus mutans has more to fear than stronger fluoride and more of it, as dentistry embraces oral healthcare.
At the end of this course, participants should be able to:
• Identify risk factors leading to caries
• Explain the role of commensals
• Implement disease management in practice
• Prolong the life of restorations in all patient

Thomas Viola - Responsibilities And Requirements for Prescribing Controlled Substances Schedule II Opioid Drugs
2023-06-01 18:00 - 20:00 | ZOOM Webinar
Thomas Viola- Responsibilities and Requirements for Prescribing Controlled Substances Schedule II – Opioid Drugs
Objectives:
• Describe the pharmacology and mechanism of action of opioid and non-opioid analgesics.
Explore opioid and non-opioid analgesic options for acute pain management and control.
• Describe how to register for, and utilize, CURES.
Discuss techniques for identifying and managing patients at risk for substance use disorders, as well as identifying possible “red-flag”, or drug-seeking, behaviors.

Relationship Based Dentistry - Dr. Mike Nelson & Dr. Chris Nelson
2023-10-20 09:00 - 15:00 | Gaia Hotel & Spa, 4125 Riverside Place, Anderson, CA, 96007, United States
Relationship Based Dentistry – Maximizing Case Acceptance: A Step-by-Step Guide to Comprehensive Treatment Planning, Photography, and Repeatable Case Presentation
Dr. Chris Nelson and Dr. Mike Nelson are the father-son dentist duo of @NelsonFamily.Dental. Both have a passion for helping patients identify the “why,” and love presenting clear story-based plans with options for patients, with the goal of delivering pleasant personalized relationship-based dentistry.
Relationship-Based Dentistry
During this lecture, you will hear about how you can level up your workflow to make
onboarding new patients and presenting treatment plans repeatable, detailed, and
personalized. Hear about photography, editing, organizing, and presenting cases.
Connect the dots between how to organize your photos, and translate chart notes, via
custom templates, and more, all the way to a final product. You will get to see
real-world examples, get to practice some treatment planning yourself, talk about
photography, case presentations, and case acceptance, and see what happens when
you educate and inform patients consistently. This presentation is intended for both
doctors and staff members in mind, so bring the entire team!
Objectives:
• Review Morning Huddles, identifying opportunities
• New patient onboarding, records, and interview
• Photography capture and editing, what equipment to use
• Photography storage strategies
• New patient charting and Dentrix note templates
• Case presentation building, with PowerPoint
• Case presentation printing or emailing
• Communication with specialists
• Internal and external marketing of your cases
• Treatment Planning exercise with before and after examples

Sam Halabo, DDS - Stick It Real Good & Innovations in Composite Technology
2023-11-03 09:00 - 15:00 | Gaia Hotel & Spa, 4125 Riverside Place, Anderson, CA, 96007, United States
Stick It Real Good: Bonding and Cementation With Predictable Materials Today’s fast paced dental offices require a countless number of materials and techniques. These procedures demand time and practice to allow dentists to become proficient enough to provide great patient care.
During this course Dr. Halabo will show evidence-based data, case presentations, and simple methods of treating most cementation procedures. Make your cementation process simple and predictable and enjoy great outcomes in this step-by-step course! LearningObjectives:
• Become proficient in deciding which cements to use and when
• Use methods and materials for efficiency and great results
• See presentations of differing protocols for cementing with Zirconia or E-max
• Take home methods to make cementing simple and less time-consuming
• Get updates on the latest materials in the market.
Innovations in Composite Technology: Versatile, Simplistic, and Cost Effective This course will present composite and bonding systems that will help you achieve the goals of speed, esthetics, and productivity. With so many dental restoratives in the marketplace, it has become a task to simply understand and manage the inventory of bonding systems and composite materials. Learn how to work efficiently and cost-effectively while using versatile materials and minimal inventory. Best of all, learn how best to produce great results for you and your patients!
Learning Objectives:
• Produce composite fillings that are esthetic and fast
• Manage the amount of materials needed and minimize inventory
• Use materials that rate well and have solid studies backing them
• Get tips on improving the quality, speed, and beauty of your daily procedure
• Use materials that can help make procedures easier and more fun in the office.

"The Ties that Bind" & "Evolution of Digital Dentistry in Restoring Worn Dentition and Edentulous Patients" Enloe Conference Center, Chico
2024-01-12 09:00 - 15:00 | Enloe Conference Center, 1528 Esplanade, Chico, CA, 95926
6 CE Units – Must attend both morning and afternoon sessions
The Ties that Bind Presented by Loeta Robles, DDS & Brooke Edgar, Oral Myofunctional Therapist, RDH

9 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
This course will give an overview of the effects of tethered oral tissues from birth to
adulthood. We will present strong evidence supporting treatment of tongue-tie and lip-tie
as it relates to breastfeeding, speech, and dental issues. The nature of tongue-tie is
controversial due to not having an accurate ability on how to assess, how to diagnose it,
how it relates to common problems like nursing difficulties, speech issues, TMD,
enlarged tonsils, sleep disorders, nasal breathing, swallowing dysfunction, and how to
treat it. We will discuss the benefits of a collaborative approach to treatment in tethered
oral tissues, define a myofunctional therapist and their goals.
Objectives:
1. Discuss current methods of assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of tethered oral tissue.
2. The importance of the role of an IBCLC, bodywork therapy, and other adjunctive therapies in a comprehensive approach to treatment.
3. Consequences of untreated tethered oral tissue.
4. Review of cases from infancy into adulthood.
5. The role of a myofunctional therapist and goals of myofunctional therapy.
Evolution of Digital Dentistry in Restoring Worn Dentition and Edentulous Patients Presented by Surgical Prosthodontist, Saeed Yazdianpour, DMD, MS
12:15 p.m. – 3 p.m.
This course is designed to provide dental professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the latest advancements and techniques in digital dentistry as applied to the restoration of worn dentition and edentulous patients. This course will explore the transformative impact of digital technologies on diagnosis, treatment planning, and the fabrication of restorations, ensuring improved outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Course Objectives:
1- Identify the challenges and limitations of conventional approaches to restoring worn dentition and edentulous patients.
2- Explore the history and evolution of digital dentistry and its applications in prosthodontics.
3- Understand the concept of worn dentition and its impact on occlusion, esthetics, and overall oral health.
4- Learn about the various digital tools and equipment used in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning for restoring worn dentition and edentulous cases.
5- Gain insight into the latest digital imaging techniques, such as intraoral scanning and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT), and their role in treatment planning.
6- Study the principles of virtual articulation and its significance in occlusal analysis for complex restorative cases.
7- Discover the possibilities of virtual smile design and how it enhances the esthetic outcomes of restorations.
8- Familiarize with different digital prosthetic materials and their indications for various clinical situations.
9- Understand the workflow and steps involved in digital restoration fabrication, including milling, 3D printing, and finishing.
10- Learn about implant planning using digital tools and the advantages they offer in edentulous cases.
11- Discuss the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration among dental specialists in comprehensive digital treatment planning.
12- Analyze case studies to evaluate successful digital restorative approaches in worn dentition and edentulous patient scenarios.
13- Understand the role of digital dentistry in achieving predictable outcomes, enhanced patient comfort, and reduced chairside time.

Pathways to Reconstructive Dentistry - Dr. Robert Wright, Prosthodontist, Dr. Nathan Hinckley, Endodontist & Dr. Eric Blasingame, Periodontist
2024-02-16 09:00 - 15:00 | Gaia Hotel & Spa, 4125 Riverside Place, Anderson, CA, 96007, United States
A Pathway to Reconstructive Dentistry
This is a 6-hour CE lecture presentation designed to assist the skillful clinical dentist
who is keen to evolve his or her practice to include true reconstructive dentistry.
The information presented may also benefit the dentists currently providing
comprehensive dentistry to their patients who occasionally encounter difficulties in
treatment planning and sequencing or in the execution of certain procedures. Our local
specialists will offer suggestions on how they may assist the attendees clinically in
optimizing the outcome and prognosis for their full-mouth reconstruction cases.
A 30-minute answer period will be reserved at the end of the presentation for our
three guest speakers to take questions.
Objectives:
• Introducing Reconstructive Dentistry to your practice
• Increasing professional career satisfaction and boosting self-esteem
• Assessing the patient case with compromised dentitions and habits
• Collecting and documenting case records to avoid miscommunications
• Liaising with a periodontist like a prosthodontist for clinical success
• Liaising with an endodontist like a prosthodontist to exclude variables
• Incorporating contingency plans into perio-pros and endo-pros cases
• Maintaining your patient oral reconstruction case
• Costing out your case to maintain profitability
• Expediency in continuing education in prosthodontics
Dr. Robert Wright – Bio
Dr. Hinckley grew up in Evanston Wyoming and studied Biology at BYU-Idaho in Rexburg ID. Dr. Hinckley graduated from the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2010. He completed a 2-year endodontic residency at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in 2014.
Dr. Hinckley has enjoyed private practice in Redding California since 2018. He thoroughly enjoys the daily challenges and demands for excellence that the endodontic specialty provides. Most of all he enjoys building relationships of trust with his patients and teaching them that “root canals” should not be feared.
Dr Hinckley is blessed with a loving wife of 19 years and 5 beautiful children. If he manages to find a moment of free time, he will be found creating music or fishing in the outdoors.
Dr. Eric Blasingame – Bio

Luminous Smiles: Optimizing Clear Aligner Therapy Cases Through Precision Composite Bonding Solutions, Dimple Desai, DDS, AAACD
2024-03-15 09:00 - 15:00 | Gaia Hotel & Spa, 4125 Riverside Place, Anderson, CA, 96007, United States
DIMPLE DESAI DDS, AAACD
Luminous Smiles – Optimizing Clear Aligner Therapy Cases
through Precision Composite Bonding Solutions
Often times, after clear aligner therapy, the patient is left dissatisfied with the
worn and chipped incisal edges of the upper anterior teeth once their teeth are
in the correct functional position. A conservative, enamel preserving, and
methodical method of composite bonding can result in excellent esthetic
results. I will show cases of worn incisal edges post clear aligner therapy and
clinical tips on how to perform composite bonding in a step-by-step approach.
The techniques will help the clinician with composite shade selection and
bonding protocols. Lastly, shaping, contouring and polishing the composite
restoration will be demonstrated.
Learning objectives:
1. Review bonding protocols
2. Learn indications for incisal enhancement composite bonding.
3. Learn to choose the correct composite shade when performing
incisal enhancement procedures.
4. Learn to prepare bonding on anterior teeth.
5. Demonstrate contouring and polishing techniques.

Tom Lenhart, DMD - Recognition and Management of Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office (3CEU)
2024-04-05 08:00 - 11:00 | ZOOM Webinar
Dr. Thomas E. Lenhart is a Board-Certified Dental Specialist in Anesthesia and Pain Management. He completed his undergraduate degree in Microbiology from the University of California San Diego, a Doctorate in Dental Medicine from Boston University School of Dental Medicine, and completed his postdoctoral dental anesthesia residency program at Loma Linda University Medical Center and Affiliate Hospitals.
For over twenty-six years, Dr. Lenhart has provided mobile office-based general anesthesia and pain management services to physicians and dental surgeons throughout Northern California.
Dr. Lenhart was politically active in organized dentistry for more than twenty years at a Local, State, and National level throughout his career. Currently, he is a Fellow in the International College of Dentistry and American College of Dentistry. Dr. Lenhart is a Diplomate of the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology and holds memberships in the American Society of Dentist Anesthesiologists, the American Society of Anesthesiology, The Society for Pediatric Sedation, the American Dental Association, and the California Dental Association.
Dr. Thomas Lenhart lectures in the US and Internationally to various Medical & Dental organizations on numerous topics such as Conscious Sedation, Oral Sedation, Deep Sedation, General Anesthesia, Office-based Anesthesia, Nitrous Oxide, Pharmacology, Pediatric Anatomy & Physiology, Pain Management, and Medical Emergencies.
Recognition and Management of Medical Emergencies the Dental Office
Life-threatening emergencies can and do occur in the dental office. The immediate recognition and management of these emergencies are essential to the ultimate outcome and safety of the patient. Preparation, proper equipment, and what YOU do in the first five minutes will make ALL the difference between a good or bad outcome!
Objectives:
– Review the most common emergencies in the dental office.
– Discuss the importance of an “Emergency Action Plan”.
– Emphasize the “Team Approach”.
– Discuss the relevance of “Mock Simulations”.
– Recognize and Manage the most common medical emergencies in a dental office.

Opioid or Nope-ioid? Responsibilities of Prescribing Schedule II Opioid (2 CEU)
2024-05-10 09:00 - 11:00 | ZOOM Webinar
OPIOID OR NOPE-IOID? RESPONSIBILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF PRESCRIBING SCHEDULE II OPIOID DRUGS (2 CEUs)
Amy Wood, Copper Penny Consulting, LLC
Pain management in dentistry is not just about filling cavities – it’s about ensuring patient comfort and safety. In this class, doctors will gain the skills to identify various pain management options and regulatory requirements for opioids. They will also learn to recognize signs of substance use disorders in patients and
develop strategies to manage vulnerable situations. Join us and become a confident, compassionate provider of dental pain management!
Learning Objectives:
Identify different types of pain management in dentistry
Know the regulatory requirements for prescribers and dispeners of opioids
Identify signs of substance use disorder in patients and learn ways to manage those vulnerable situations

Nutrition, Dietary Supplements and Their Relationship to Oral Health - Dr. Tieraona Low Dog (3 CEUs)
2024-10-04 09:00 - 12:00 | ZOOM Webinar
Nutrition, Dietary Supplements and Their Relationship to Oral Health – Dr. Tieraona Low Dog (3 CEUs)
Tieraona Low Dog, MD is an internationally recognized physician, educator, author, and expert in Integrative medicine, dietary supplements, herbal medicine, and women’s health. Dr. Low Dog has written four books published by National Geographic. She is a co-founding member of the American Board of Integrative Medicine, and has received many meritorious awards from academia, public health, and the natural products industry, including Time Magazine’s Innovator of the Year in Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Dr. Low Dog served 25 years as chair of dietary supplement panels at the US Pharmacopeia, published 50+ peer-reviewed articles, spoken at over 600 conferences.She has also been trained in midwifery, massage therapy, herbal medicine, is a guiding teacher at the New York Zen Center, and holds a 3rd degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do.
Nutrition, Dietary Supplements and Their Relationship to Oral Health –
Description: A growing body of evidence now shows the direct link between nutrition, dietary supplements and oral health. However, many dental professionals feel inadequately prepared to effectively counsel patients on healthy eating and using supplements to fill nutrient gaps. This discussion is for all members of the health-care team to become familiar with the evidence of safety and benefit for commonly used dietary supplements to enhance patient outcomes and reduce risk of adverse events associated with dental procedures. Learn the cutting-edge science behind the recommendations.This highly informative and evidence-based lecture will explore how macronutrients, micronutrients, glycemic load, intermittent fasting, and dietary patterns impact oral health, periodontal disease, and overall health.

Responsible Dentistry- Advanced Adhesion Techniques & Material Supporting Protocols that Minimize the Removal of Healthy Tissue/ Max Marginal Seal (6 CEUs)
2024-10-11 09:00 - 15:00 | Enloe Conference Center, 1528 Esplanade, Chico, CA, 95926
Troy Schmedding, DDS – Responsible Dentistry- Advanced Adhesion Techniques & Material Supporting Protocols that Minimize the Removal of Healthy Tissue/ Max Marginal Seal (6 CEUs)
Dr. Troy Schmedding is a 1993 honors graduate of the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco, California. Troy maintains a private practice in Walnut Creek, CA focusing on aesthetic and functional dentistry. Dr. Schmedding was a Course Director at the University of the Pacific and has published numerous articles on the topics of restorative materials and protocol driven Dentistry. An Accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, he lectures both nationally and internationally on Aesthetic, Restorative and Adhesive Dentistry. Dr. Schmedding shares his knowledge with numerous dental manufacturers helping to stimulate new product development for our profession.
Responsible Dentistry – (6 CEUs)
Effective implementation of Minimally Invasive protocols requires we customize design preparation based on tissue integrity. This course will present advanced adhesion techniques and materials, supported by key research, that support protocols that minimize the removal of healthy tissue and maximize marginal seal. Protocols you will implement on Monday. Simply “Responsible Dentistry”.
Objectives:
Preparation Design 1. Immediate Dentin Seal 2. Marginal Elevation 3. Predictable Temporization for Minimally Invasive Preparations.

The Ties That Bind - Loeta Robles, DDS & Brooke Edgar, RDH & Every Smile Tells a Story - Mike Nelson, DDS (6 CEUs)
2024-11-15 09:00 - 15:00 | Gaia Hotel & Spa, 4125 Riverside Place, Anderson, CA, 96007, United States
The Ties That Bind – Loeta Robles, DDS & Brooke Edgar, RDH
This course will give an overview of the effects of tethered oral tissues from birth to adulthood. We will present strong evidence supporting treatment of tongue-tie and lip-tie as it relates to breastfeeding, speech, and dental issues. The nature of tongue-tie is controversial due to not having an accurate ability on how to assess, how to diagnose it, how it relates to common problems like nursing difficulties, speech issues, TMD, enlarged tonsils, sleep disorders, nasal breathing, swallowing dysfunction, and how to
treat it. We will discuss the benefits of a collaborative approach to treatment in tethered oral tissues, define a myofunctional therapist and their goals.
Objectives:
1. Discuss current methods of assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of tethered oral tissue.
2. The importance of the role of an IBCLC, bodywork therapy, and other adjunctive therapies in a comprehensive approach to treatment.
3. Consequences of untreated tethered oral tissue.
4. Review of cases from infancy into adulthood.
5. The role of a myofunctional therapist and goals of myofunctional therapy.
Every Smile Tells a Story – Mike Nelson, DDS

Requirements and Responsibilities for Prescribing Schedule II Opioids with Joyce Weeks B.S., M.Sc.(Virtual Live 2 CEU)
2026-02-26 18:00 - 20:00 | ZOOM Webinar
SEMINAR SYNOPSIS:
-This course satisfies the 2 CE unit requirement made effective by the Dental Board of California for license renewal effective January 1, 2023.
Course Description:
This 2-hour CE course delivers clear, evidence-based guidance on California’s opioid prescribing requirements. Learn the essential steps for evaluating patients, documenting clinical need, preventing misuse, and meeting strict state and federal regulations – with practical workflows tailored specifically to dental settings.

Course Objectives:

Understand California’s legal requirements for prescribing Schedule II opioids, including CURES checks and e-prescribing.
Evaluate pain, patient history, and risk factors to determine when opioid use is clinically appropriate.
Apply evidence-based alternatives and safe-dose strategies for dental pain management.
Obtain and document informed consent—especially for minors and high-risk patients.
Identify signs of opioid misuse and know when to refer or adjust the treatment plan.
Implement practical documentation and workflow tools to stay compliant and protect their license.

Speaker Bio:
Joyce Weeks, B.S., M.Sc. is a leading California dental compliance expert and professional speaker with over a decade of experience in OSHA, infection control, and regulatory education. As Owner of Dental Ed, Inc., she helps dental practices navigate complex regulations with clarity and confidence. Holding a Master’s degree in Immunology and Global Health, Joyce brings a science-based, practical approach to opioid stewardship, patient safety, and risk reduction in dentistry.

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Dennis Mihalka, DDS- Ozone in Dentistry: From Foundations to Everyday Clinical Applications(6CEU)
2026-02-27 09:00 - 15:00 | Rolling Hills Casino and Event Center, 2655 Everett Freeman Way, Corning, CA, 96021, United States
Ozone in Dentistry: From Foundations to Everyday Clinical Applications
This comprehensive, team-focused seminar provides a thorough introduction to ozone therapy, beginning with its scientific foundations and historical use in water purification and medical treatment for over 100 years. While ozone has a long-established role in medicine, its application in dentistry has gained significant momentum over the past two decades, particularly following the publication of Ozone: The Revolution in Dentistry by Dr. Edward Lynch.
The course emphasizes practical, evidence-informed concepts that dental offices can adopt immediately. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of what ozone is, how it works biologically, and why it is increasingly recognized for its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and biocompatible properties.
Clinical applications will be covered in depth, including:

Dental unit water line treatment with ozone, achieving near-complete microbial control
Management of dentinal hypersensitivity
Treatment of incipient and deep carious lesions
Periodontal therapy applications
Endodontic disinfection support
Crown and bridge procedures
Implant dentistry
Oral surgery and wound healing support

The seminar will also address ozone delivery systems, including the impact of materials, system design, and proper implementation to ensure safety and efficacy. Case examples will be used to illustrate real-world clinical outcomes.

If time permits, the course will conclude with an introductory overview of non-invasive ozone applications in medicine, highlighting its use in managing a range of significant medical challenges. This portion is designed to broaden understanding while maintaining a clear focus on dentistry.
This seminar is designed for the entire dental team and provides actionable knowledge that enhances patient care, supports prevention-focused practice models, and positions offices at the forefront of modern dental therapy.

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Dispelling the “CSI Effect” Myth, An Overview of Contemporary Forensic Dentistry
2026-03-13 09:00 - 15:00 | Rolling Hills Casino and Event Center, 2655 Everett Freeman Way, Corning, CA, 96021, United States
Synopsis: Because of the current popularity of forensic faire in television, the general public is getting a skewed view of the true nature of forensic investigation. This issue is commonly known as the “CSI effect”. In this seminar, Dr. Cardoza will dispel this myth as it relates to forensic odontology. Topics will include forensic dental identification of decedents of varying postmortem states including: skeletal, fragmented, decomposed, burned remains and pattern injuries as they relate to bite mark investigation not only in human bites but animal bites as well.
Objectives:

Learn the varied roles of forensic dentists.
Understand the forensic value of dental records.
Recognize how to cooperate with the legal system.

Understand forensic dental identification with the use of radiographs as well as by other means. Understand the various roles forensic dentists participate in with assisting law enforcement and death investigation agencies.
Understand how dental records in your practice could be used in a forensic dental investigation.
Dentistry’s Role in the Mass Disaster Scenario/Child Abuse and Intimate Partner Violence Recognition
In this lecture, Dr. Cardoza will discuss the evolution of mass disaster management from the perspective of forensic dentistry. Learn how forensic dentists have participated in events such as commercial airline crashes, tsunamis, hurricanes, and wildfires. See how the postmortem record collection has evolved from analog to digital along with the integration of dental postmortem software programs. Also, as dental health care professionals, you are mandated by law to report patients you suspect have signs or symptoms of physical abuse. These patients may be children, adults, or the elderly. The law assumes that you have had training on recognition of signs of abuse and if you have not, the law requires you to become educated on the subject. This course will also familiarize you with what those signs may be as well as discuss what your reporting duties are and how to properly file a report if you do indeed suspect abuse on a patient.
Objectives:

Recognize the use of dental records in a mass disaster.
Understand the role of the forensic dentist in a mass fatality.
Recognize signs and symptoms of physical abuse.
Understand what your reporting duties are for a physically abused patient.

Understand the role that your dental record may play in the identification of a victim of a mass disaster.
Be able to recognize the signs and symptoms of physical abuse especially in the head and neck area.
Become familiarized with your reporting duties as a mandated reporter and how to properly file a report if you do indeed suspect abuse on a patient.
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Leslie Canham - OSHA, Infection Control & CDPA - Required Course (Live Virtual Course 6 CEU)
2026-04-24 09:00 - 15:30 | ZOOM Webinar
OSHA/Blood-Borne Pathogen Standards – 2-Hour Program
Qualifies for C.E. Credit – Core Course
Topics covered will include:• Cal-DOSH BBP Standard
• DHS Medical Waste Management
• CDC/ADA Recommendations
Infection Control – Mandatory course for license renewal – 2-Hour Program
Qualifies for C.E. Credit – Core Course
Topics covered will include:
• Dental Board IC Regulations (DPA Section 1005)
California Dental Practice Act — CDPA California Dental Practice Act
Mandatory course for license renewal – 2-Hour Program
Qualifies for C.E. Credit – Core Course • Meets state requirements for California Dental Practice Act C.E.
Topics covered will include:
• Highlights and Updates of the Dental Practice Act
• Scope of Practice for Dentists and Allied Dental Health Personnel
• License Renewal Requirements, Continuing Education, Laws Governing Citations & Fines
• Laws Pertaining to Prescriptions
• Dental Record Keeping
• Acts in Violation of the Dental Practice Act, Including Unprofessional Conduct
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