CDE Calendar of Courses

Friday, January 23, 2026 | 8 AM - 10 AM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

Dentists often encounter medically complex patients and situations where they need to decide if there is need for antibiotic prophylaxis. This course is intended for the dentist who would like a better understanding of this complex topic to be able to decide when to or when not to prescribe antibiotics for prophylaxis. This course will provide updated information on the ADA and AHA Guidelines, AAOS Updated Appropriate Use Criteria and Best Practices in the various clinical scenarios

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 | 5 PM - 6:30 PM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

This course is designed to give pertinent information on the dental treatment and behavior management for adolescents and adults with special needs. This lecture will discuss my background, definitions, dental care considerations for those with disabilities and a variety of techniques to manage the patient’s behavior.

Friday, January 30, 2026 | 8 AM - 10 AM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

This course is designed to provide an educational foundation of Autism Spectrum Disorder for healthcare practitioners and personal care providers in effort to instill confidence in clinical decision making and treatment planning as well as inspiring creativity in making clinical chairside accommodations to enable safe and effective care.

February 9 - 13, 2026 | TRAVEL & LEARN | Limited Enrolment

Join Drs. Pliska, Saldarriaga and Wyatt on the beautiful island of Maui this winter to learn about obstructive sleep apnea, managing complex dental patients, the orthodontic - prosthodontics connection, and personalized care for healthy and frail older adults.

February 27 - March 1, 2026 | TRAVEL & LEARN | Limited Enrolment

Join Drs. Mohamed Gebril and Rana Tarzemany on the spectacular slopes of Whistler this winter to learn about digital dentistry, implant complications and soft tissue management around teeth and implants

February 2026 - June 2026 | LIVE WEBINAR, ONLINE STUDY CLUB | Limited Enrolment

Participate in this fun and informative study club and become confident in taking care of patients with common medical conditions. These interactive sessions will teach you how to manage patients with a variety of medical conditions such as hypertension, heart disease, stroke, joint replacements, diabetes and cancer. It will also teach you how to treat patients who are using medications such as blood thinners, antiresorptives and antibiotic prophylaxis.

Friday, February 6, 2026 | 8 AM - 9:30 AM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

This course will help you understand why your patients keep complaining of burning mouth and you will learn the leading causes for this syndrome and how to prevent it, diagnose it and finally how to treat it. Different patients can have different causes for it. In this course you will learn how to direct your treatment to the exact cause and thus get the best results for your patient and or patients.

Monday, February 9, 2026 | 5 PM - 6:30 PM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

This course will review various considerations and adaptations necessary for successful implant outcomes for the older patient. We will assess how age-related changes affect oral, bone, and medical health and how this impacts implant treatment planning and maintenance.

Friday, February 13, 2026 | 8 AM - 9:30 AM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

This course is designed to empower clinicians with the knowledge and decision-making skills necessary to manage challenging cases of the complex periradicular bone loss. The course will also explore non-surgical and surgical endodontic treatment protocols using bioceramic materials to maximize the potential for tooth retention. Participants will gain insights into advanced endodontic techniques, such as perforation repair and management of root fractures.

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 | 5 PM - 7 PM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

This course provides an in-depth exploration of airway and sleep-related breathing disorders, emphasizing their significance in both oral and systemic health. Participants will examine current research and evolving clinical practices that shape diagnosis and treatment in this rapidly advancing field.

Friday, February 20, 2026 | 8 AM - 9:30 AM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) has transformed dental imaging by providing three-dimensional views that enhance diagnosis and treatment planning across a wide range of maxillofacial conditions. However, its acquisition process differs fundamentally from conventional two-dimensional modalities, which often makes CBCT appear complex or intimidating. By demystifying CBCT protocols and focusing on task-specific acquisition strategies, clinicians can maximize the diagnostic value of this technology while minimizing radiation exposure, fully embracing the ALADA principle. The result is safer imaging for patients and smarter decisions for clinicians.

Thursday, February 26, 2026 | 5 PM - 6:30 PM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

A review of treatment options ranging from non-invasive whitening, to microinasive abrasion and resin infiltration, and a novel digitally designed matric for composite veneers.

April 25 & 26, 2026 | 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. On Saturday, participants will attend didactic lectures, and Sunday's session includes two interactive video presentations and hands-on surgery training, in simulation with animal mandibles. This course is most beneficial for the beginner and intermediate implant dentist.

Friday, May 1 - Sunday, May 3, 2026 | 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.

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 | 6 PM - 8 PM (Pacific) | LIVE WEBINAR

This lecture will present in detail how to manage medical emergencies. The signs and symptoms of possible emergencies will be presented so that the participants will be able to differentiate between them. Emergencies discussed in this presentation will include syncope, angina, myocardial infarction, cardiac arrest, stroke, allergy, asthma, and local anaesthetic toxicity.

Saturday, November 14, 2026 | HANDS-ON AT UBC | Limited Enrolment

The focus of this lecture and hands-on program is to provide general practitioners with the necessary background information and practical training using animal mandibles to perform surgical crown lengthening procedures.