CDE Calendar of Courses

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 | 5 PM - 6:30 PM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

This course reviews the history of the opioid epidemic while also looking at dentistry’s role in the opioid epidemic. Management of acute and postoperative pain will be discussed along with safe prescribing techniques to avoid abuse and diversion.

Saturday, May 10 - Sunday, May 11, 2025 | HANDS-ON AT UBC | Limited Enrolment

This two day course is designed to teach dentists the procedure of lateral ridge augmentation via guided bone regeneration. Bone healing patterns, grafting materials & membranes, indications & management of complications, atraumatic extraction and socket preservation with bone grafting will be addressed in detail. Participants will attend didactic lectures on Saturday. Sunday’s session includes two interactive video presentations of surgeries by the course mentor(s) and hands-on surgery training, in simulation with animal mandibles.

Friday, May 2, 2025 | 8 AM - 9:30 AM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

The main objective of the lecture is to propose an evidenced-based reflection on the impacts of technological evolution on the pillars of endodontic success.

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 | 5 PM - 7 PM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

The human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection, causing 70% of all oropharyngeal cancers (OPC). A safe, effective vaccine against oncogenic HPV types is available; however, uptake of the vaccine in the United States has been slow. Provider communication has been identified as one of the most influential facilitators of vaccine uptake. Reported barriers to discussing HPV with patients is a lack of knowledge and confidence in discussing this sensitive topic. Brief-Motivational Interviewing (brief-MI) is a collaborative patient-centered counseling approach to support a positive behavior change and has been investigated as an effective communication approach for HPV counseling. This presentation will provide general HPV information, the role of HPV in OPC, HPV vaccination facts and brief-MI training for HPV OPC prevention.

Friday, May 9, 2025 | 8 AM - 9:30 AM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

This course provides a comprehensive overview of oropharyngeal carcinoma, focusing on its epidemiology, risk factors, and clinical presentation. The role of Human papillomavirus (HPV) will be explored, given its strong association with cancers in the oropharyngeal region. Diagnostic approaches, staging, and patient outcomes will also be covered in this course.

Monday, May 12, 2025 | 5 PM - 6:30 PM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

This course will review several approaches to managing caries in children that do not require the use of a handpiece including: fluoride varnish, silver diamine fluoride, Hall crowns, resin infiltration, and fissure sealants. Additionally, challenges associated with case selection and treatment plan development will be discussed. Subsequent to completing the course, the participant should be equipped to manage caries in children in a manner that minimizes the removal of tooth structure by utilizing a dental handpiece.

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 | 5 PM - 6:30 PM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

This presentation provides an overview of Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (ONJ) and MedicationRelated Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (MRONJ), focusing on understanding its types, definitions, causes, and management strategies. Participants will learn to identify and describe the three primary types of ONJ and the core elements that define MRONJ. Dr. Beals will cover the indications for antiresorptive medications, exploring the mechanisms of action for drugs like Denosumab and Bisphosphonates, and detailing both anabolic and anti-catabolic medication categories. Additionally, the presentation will cover the pathophysiology, stages, and predisposing factors of MRONJ, providing a solid foundation for understanding its progression and impact. It will also address treatment goals, the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) guidelines, and local wound care practices that promote healing.

Thursday, May 15, 2025 | 5 PM - 6:30 PM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

This presentation explores the latest advancements in digital dentistry, focusing on intraoral scanning techniques, quality assessment, and effective communication with dental labs. Additionally, it delves into innovative applications in sports dentistry and implant-protected occlusion to ensure optimal patient outcomes

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 | 5 PM - 6:30 PM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

This presentation will focus on two different wavelengths of all-tissue lasers: Er:YAG and CO2. Tissue interactions will be compared for each wavelength and supported by clinical cases. Techniques highlighted will include restorative dentistry and surgical procedures.

Friday, May 30, 2025 | 8 AM - 9:30 AM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

Explore how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) and its impact on dentomaxillofacial radiology. This lecture will break down the basics of AI, demonstrate its role in improving image interpretation, and highlight future trends that could reshape healthcare, especially in diagnostics.
We’ll also discuss how AI should influence decisions when adopting new CBCT technology.

Saturday, June 7, 2025 | 8 AM - 10 AM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

This course aims to provide dental practitioners with a practical, evidence-based approach to managing various types of dental trauma. The course will cover the classification, diagnosis, and management of dental injuries, focusing on best practices for immediate and long-term care. Participants will gain insights into the latest techniques and materials used in trauma management, improving patient outcomes.

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 | 5 PM - 6:30 PM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

This lecture provides an in-depth exploration of the fundamentals of surgically facilitated orthodontic therapy, designed for dental professionals aiming to enhance their clinical practice. Participants will delve into the core principles and essential techniques that underpin this surgical approach, which combines surgical procedures with orthodontic treatment to achieve elevated patient outcomes.

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 | 5 PM - 7 PM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

This course will share some strategies to effectively engage with your patients to understand their needs, desires, expectations, questions and objections to successfully navigate the treatment plan presentation process using techniques from marketing, negotiation, neurosciences and shared decision-making principles.

Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 12 PM - 1:30 PM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

This course will discuss the importance of traditional and newer root canal irrigants with evidence-based irrigation protocols required to accomplish the debridement of the root canal system, which is essential for the predictable success of endodontic cases. By the end of this course, the participants will be equipped with the knowledge to implement advanced irrigation techniques, and protocols ensuring predictable and successful clinical outcomes.

Friday, June 27, 2025 | 8 AM - 10 AM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

This course outlines evidence-based possibilities and provides an applicable understanding of the different digital clinical workflows in a ready-to-use format so you can hit the ground running when you return to practice. This program is geared towards any dentist, hygienist, or dental technician, regardless of previous knowledge surrounding digital technologies, interested in improving their knowledge, gaining evidence-based protocols of digital workflows from data acquisition to subtractive/ additively manufacturing devices and restorations.

Friday, September 26 - Sunday, September 28, 2025 | HANDS-ON AT UBC | Limited Enrolment

This hands-on course offers instruction in all aspects of adult minimal sedation to include nitrous oxide/oxygen inhalation and oral sedation, as well as effective methods in dealing with anxiety control in general practice. Participants will learn various techniques and will have the opportunity to try several types of nitrous oxide and oxygen delivery units. The three day course satisfies the requirements for state or provincial dental boards or colleges who require 21 hours of continuing education to certify for combined inhalation and oral adult minimal sedation. The two day course is designed to achieve certification in nitrous oxide/oxygen inhalation sedation, with 14 hours of continuing education.

October 2025 - June 2026 | LIVE WEBINAR, MONTHLY STUDY CLUB | Limited Enrolment ~ On-going study club, registration for this event is open and new members are welcome!

This study club will guide dental professionals to develop an approach to recognize and manage oral soft tissue changes that can be incorporated into their daily clinical practice. The group will examine case studies of oral soft and hard tissue lesions that have been seen in dental clinical settings. Each case will be reviewed with respect to the process of recognizing the tissue change and establishing the process for moving to a final diagnosis. Participants in the course will be encouraged to bring examples from their own private practices and all cases reviewed will have been initially identified in a general dental practice.

CERTIFICATE IN DENTAL PRACTICE MANAGEMENT: Building a Business Worth Smiling About

October 24 - 26, November 28 - 30  &  January 9 - 11, 2026 (Three 3-day modules, held Friday to Sunday)

As in all successful organizations, the efficient management of systems, costs and revenues is critical to success. For dental professionals, understanding how to manage these factors and improve customer retention through quality of care, are key to developing a sustainable, patient-centric practice. Designed and delivered by UBC Sauder professors and successful dental practitioners, and based on industry best practices and key measurements, the concepts and skills presented in this certificate program will help you work more effectively with your staff, streamline your systems and make smart decisions for the future.

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