Northern California Dental Society

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 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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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