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Continuing Education

The University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry is committed to offering a variety of innovative Continuing Education courses designed to meet the ever-changing needs of the diverse groups of oral health professionals throughout the state of Oklahoma and surrounding areas. Information regarding Continuing Education opportunities offered through the College are updated regularly on this web page. 

Additional information can be obtained by contacting the Office of Continuing Education by calling (405) 271-4050 or via  email.  

If you would like to be notified about upcoming CE courses via email, please click here


Upcoming CE Courses

Extraction and Socket Preservation for Future Implant Placement (In-Person and Webinar)

Presented By: Jaewon Kim, DDS, MS, PhD
Date: Friday, March 29, 2024
Credit Hours: 4
Time: 9 AM - 1 PM (Coffee and pastries are provided.)
Location: 
OU College of Dentistry, Room 108
1201 N Stonewall Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73117
or Live Zoom Webinar

Participant Cost

In-Person Cost:
Dentists - Lecture and Hands-On (max 10 people) - $340
Dentist - Lecture Only - $199
Clinical/Administration Team - Lecture Only -  $79

Webinar Cost:
Dentists - $99
Clinical/Administration Team Member - $49


Course Overview

Through research, extraction emerges as one of the most commonly performed procedures in private practice. It ranges from the simplicity of extracting a grade 3 mobility tooth to the complexity of dealing with a stubborn root canal-treated tooth with elongated roots, requiring several hours of effort. With the advancements in implant therapy, we now understand that implants can be placed during the healing phase of fresh sockets. Additionally, we can preserve bone volume for future implant placement when the patient is ready. The development of materials, such as resorbable and non-resorbable membranes and bone grafts, has significantly enhanced the effectiveness and efficiency of this procedure. This course provides a comprehensive review of the aforementioned technologies, sharing the speaker's valuable experiences.

For more information or to register click here

Current Status of Dental Adhesives, Composites, and Light Curing Technology (In-Person)

Presented By: Jack Ferracane, Ph.D.
Date: Friday, April 26, 2024
Credit Hours: 6
Registration: 8:45 a.m.
Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. (Coffee and pastries are provided.)
Location:
OU College of Dentistry, Room 104
1201 N Stonewall Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73117

Participant Cost

In-Person Cost:
Dentist in-person: $199
Clinical/Administration Team in-person: $149

Course Overview

The current state of dental adhesives and composites presents the practitioner with many material options having a broad range of physical properties and handling characteristics. The current materials have evolved based on the needs and requests of dental practitioners desiring materials capable of being used in more extensive applications and with greater ease of use. This course will describe currently available systems for achieving adhesion to tooth structure, and compare their properties and clinical performance when used with dental composites. Dental composites will be presented in terms of the different types of materials on the market, and the introduction of materials with reduced polymerization shrinkage and shrinkage stress, and enhanced depth of cure for use as bulk-fill restoratives. This topic will include a full discussion of dental light-curing procedures. Likely future materials development will be discussed, including composites that are considered “bioactive”, self-adhesive, and capable of self-repair.

For more information or to register click here

Denture, Overdentures, and The Newest Fixed Denture Prosthesis Without Verification Jigs (Hands-On)

Course Details

Presented By: David Little, DDS, and Joseph Massad, DDS
Date: May 31 - June 1, 2024 (previously scheduled for October 27 - 28, 2023)
Credit Hours: 6 hours each day, 12 hours total
Check-in: 8:45 AM
Time: 9 AM - 4 PM each day (Coffee, pastries, and lunch are provided.)
Location:
OU College of Dentistry, Room 108
1201 N Stonewall Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73117
 

Participant Cost

Early Registration Cost (Register before May 1):
Dentists - $3,200

Cost after May 1
Dentists - $3,450

Course Overview

Join renowned dental experts Joseph Massad, DDS, and David Little, DDS, for an immersive two-day event that will reshape your understanding of fixed denture prosthesis. Explore the dynamic shift from analog to digital techniques, uncovering the endless possibilities for achieving exceptional outcomes in implant-supported full-mouth restorations. Discover the art of seamlessly integrating traditional approaches with cutting-edge digital advancements and unlock the potential of screwless fixed denture prostheses through captivating live patient demonstrations.

Course Objectives

  • Master advanced assessment and examination protocols to ensure comprehensive treatment planning and successful outcomes.
  • Gain mastery in the art of capturing precise and accurate impressions for various restorative scenarios, including edentulous and overdenture patients. Stay updated on the latest advancements in impression techniques.
  • Evaluate the strengths and limitations of digital impressions, enabling you to make informed decisions for optimal patient care.
  • Streamline the process of recording esthetics and function, revolutionizing the way you achieve impeccable results in fixed denture prosthesis.
  • Experience the seamless conversion of a prosthetic on the day of implant placement, witnessing firsthand the power of efficient treatment protocols.
  • Be captivated by an exclusive unveiling of the newest screwless fixed denture prosthesis, pushing the boundaries of innovation in dental implantology. Explore its advantages, clinical applications, and potential to transform patient experiences.

For more information or to register click here.

What’s new in Oral Pathology? (In-Person and Webinar)

Presented By: Kathleen Higgins, D.D.S., MS
Date: June 14, 2024
Credit Hours: 4
Registration: 12:50 p.m.
Time: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. 
Location:
OU College of Dentistry, Room 104
1201 N Stonewall Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73117
and Live Zoom Webinar

Participant Cost

In-Person Cost:
Dentists: $199
Clinical/Administrative Team: $129

Webinar Cost:
Dentists: $149
Clinical/Administrative Team: $79

Course Overview:
More details coming soon. 

 

Standard Proficiency Laser Course for Dental Hygienists (Hands-On)

Presented By: Angie Wallace, RDH
Date: Friday, June 21, 2024
Credit Hours: 8
Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Coffee, pastries, and lunch are provided.)
Location:
OU College of Dentistry, Room 104
1201 N Stonewall Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73117

Participant Cost

In-Person Cost:
Dental Hygienist: $600

Course Overview:
This laser class is for the beginner or the advanced laser user. This fast-paced laser course will help attendees gain knowledge and guidance for how and when to use the laser, as well as how to use it safely.

This course will provide what a laser can do in the hands of dental hygienists, as well as show case studies and new technology of what to expect in the future with lasers.

There will be ample time allowed for questions and answers, creating excitement about getting lasers into your office and how to start using them on Monday morning.

Learning Objectives:
The participants will:

  • discuss the fundamentals of lasers, including their characteristics, delivery systems, and emission modes of lasers
  • understand the effects of lasers on tissue
  • identify device characteristics and clinical applications
  • relate the role of a laser safety officer to laser safety standards and regulatory requirements
  • identify how to operate laser instrumentation with a hands-on portion

For more information or to register click here

Level ONE Botulinum Toxin & Dermal Fillers - Introduction and Implementation into your Dental Practice (Hands-On)

Presented By: Tracy Blessing, DMD
Date: June 28 & 29, 2024
Credit Hours: 6 each day, 12 total
Registration: 7:50 a.m.
Time: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Coffee, pastries, and lunch are provided.)
Location:
OU College of Dentistry, Room 104
1201 N Stonewall Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73117

Participant Cost

Dentist Botulinum Toxin & Dermal Fillers: $3,500
Dentist Botulinum (Day 1 only): $2,190
Dentist Dermal Fillers (Day 2 only): $2,190

Course Overview:This course will provide an introduction to botulinum toxin type A and dermal fillers, focusing on both the cosmetic and therapeutic uses to provide comprehensive patient care and "Total Facial Aesthetics" in your dental practice.

Day 1 will include a review of pertinent facial anatomy and muscle physiology and botulinum toxin’s mechanism of action. The following areas will be explained and demonstrated with botulinum toxin: frown lines (glabella), forehead lines (frontalis), crow’s feet (orbicularis oculi), brow lift, gummy smile, masseters and temporalis for clenching/grinding, migraines and facial pain.

Day 2 will include a review of pertinent facial and soft tissue anatomy, current dermal fillers on the market and their indications for use. The following areas will be explained and demonstrated with dermal fillers: peri-oral rejuvenation, nasolabial folds, smile lines, lip augmentation, marionette lines, oral commissures, mentolabial sulcus and interdental black triangles. The integration of botulinum toxin and dermal fillers in a dental environment will be discussed, from the patient consultation to the evaluation and diagnosis and finally to the treatment with before and after case presentations.

Detailed information will be provided concerning the safety and risk concerns when using botulinum toxin and dermal fillers, along with the management and treatment of complications, dilution protocols, anesthetic options, sterile injection techniques and proper placement for desired outcomes.

During the course, you will gain valuable insight and pearls on the “how to” of incorporating botulinum toxin and dermal fillers into your dental practice. The potential for practice growth and profitability will be explored, as well as implementation with staff training and incorporation into treatment plans. In the afternoon hands-on workshop each day, you will have the opportunity to diagnose, map and treat a model patient with one-on-one mentored instruction. Upon completion of the two-day program, you will have the confidence and skills to begin implementing botulinum toxin and dermal filler treatments into your dental practice.
 

For more information or to register click here

 

Additional CE Courses

DO NO HARM Dental, Putting Safer Pain Management into Practice

The University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry, in association with the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health, is pleased to announce a new continuing education program titled “DO NO HARM: Putting Safer Pain Management into Practice.” This program was created specifically to satisfy the educational requirements for Oklahoma dental licensure. The two-hour CE was derived from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center Oklahoma Primary Healthcare Improvement Cooperative’s program created to provide CME credits to clinicians.

An introduction to the program is provided by Dr. Edmund Braly, director of pre-doctoral and clinical education for the division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the OU College of Dentistry. He then turns the narration of the four-module course to Dr. Steven Crawford, senior associate dean for the OU College of Medicine. The modules include: Module 1: Overview; Module 2: Epidemic; Module 3: Pain; and Module 4: Analgesia. 

 Registration InstructionsRegister

 *If you have any problems getting connected, contact TrainingInstitute@odmhsas.org.

   

Contact

Deanna M. Foster
Manager of Continuing Education
(405) 271-4050
Deanna-Foster@ouhsc.edu

All courses, unless otherwise noted, will take place at the OU College of Dentistry, located at 1201 N. Stonewall Ave. in Oklahoma City.

For courses held at the college, complimentary parking is available on the first level of the Stonewall Parking Garage (P4). Please bring your parking ticket with you to the course for validation. Click here to view a campus map. 

Course registration begins 30 minutes prior to the scheduled course time. No refunds will be issued if you miss a course. In the event you are unexpectedly unable to attend a course, please give 48-hours  notice, and credit may be extended to another course.

The College reserves the right to cancel courses, should the need arises.

 

Accreditation

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The University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry is a CERP-Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to ADA CERP at www.ada.org/cerp.

Oklahoma Dental Foundation

The OU College of Dentistry provides classroom and clinical space for several of the Oklahoma Dental Foundation's continuing education courses for dental auxiliaries. The College does not participate in the administration of these courses. For more information, please contact the Oklahoma Dental Foundation directly at (405) 421-1299, or visit their website