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Indian Health Service
Continuing Dental Education
Course Directory

FY 2012

Indian Health Service
Division of Oral Health
Clinical Support Center
40 North Central Avenue, Suite 780
Phoenix, AZ  85004

General Information

Eligibility

Continuing Dental Education (CDE) courses are open to IHS, Tribal, Urban, and Contract dental personnel. Some courses require completion of a prerequisite course. This is noted on the Course Detail page of each catalog offering. For example, dental assistants may not enroll in the Restorative Expanded Functions-Advanced course unless they have successfully completed the Restorative Expanded Functions-Basic course.

Before Selecting Your CDE Courses

Before selecting a CDE course, you must complete an Individual Development Plan (IDP) with a supervisor. The IDP identifies training needs that would be most appropriate for an employee and the dental program for which he / she works. If you have not already completed an IDP with your supervisor, you can find a copy of the form by going to the Dental CDE Website at the following address:

https://www.ihs.gov/doh/

To Locate the form, follow these steps:

  1. Click the "Please Login" link near the top of the page.
  2. Once you are logged in, click the "CDE” tab on the left side of the page.
  3. On the CDE website, click the "My CDE” tab on the left side of the page.
  4. Then on the right side of the “My CDE” page, click the "IndividualDevelopmentPlan.doc" link under “Forms.”
  5. Download the IDP form, print it out and complete the form with your supervisor.

Selecting Your CDE Courses

Once you have completed your IDP, you may select your courses. For the current fiscal year, you may choose a maximum of three courses by following these steps:

  1. Click the “Catalog” tab in the main navigation on the left side of the CDE website.
  2. Scroll as needed to find a course of interest.
  3. Click the Course Number to go to the Course Detail page.
  4. If this is a course that you wish to select, click the “Select Course” button.

Supervisor Approval of Your Course Selections

After you have selected all your courses, you are ready to process the selections by 1) prioritizing selections and 2) confirming priorities. Both these steps must be completed before sending the request to your supervisor. The CDE system uses the priorities you set here to register you in your most wanted course. Once you confirm your priorities, the CDE system sends an email to your supervisor requesting approval. To begin the Supervisor Approval process, click the “Request Approval” button on the right side of any Course Detail page.

Once your request is sent, you can track the status of your request using the "My CDE" page.

Help is Available

If you are using the CDE website for the first time, ask one of your co-workers or your supervisor for assistance. If you have forgotten your username or password, click on the “Forgot Password” link on the Login page. If you wish to confirm that you have made your selections correctly, you can contact IHSCDECoordinator@ihs.gov for assistance.

Update Your Dental Directory Listing

If you do not receive an automated email, that is an indication that your email address is listed incorrectly in the online Dental Directory. Please make corrections to the Dental Directory by following these steps:

  1. Login to the Dental Portal (https://www.ihs.gov/doh/).
  2. Your Directory Listing is shown in the upper right corner of the page.
    Note: If you do not see a section entitled “Your Directory Listing”, you are not logged into the Dental Directory; please click the “Login Help” tab on the left side of the page for help logging on.
  3. Make changes to the information as needed by clicking "update your directory listing."

It is important that your email address be correct in the Dental Directory since emails may be sent to advise you of course changes, course cancellations, and course assignments.

Confirming Your Attendance

Due to the extremely high demand for CDE courses, and the need to utilize resources efficiently, confirmation or cancellation of course attendance is required. When you are registered for a course, the status on that course will read “Registered” on the “My CDE” page. You can update the “Status” of your attendance at any time by clicking on the word “Registered” and indicating “Attending” or “Not-Attending.” If you have not confirmed attendance, the message “Please Confirm Your Attendance” will appear in red under the Course Title on the “My CDE” page twelve weeks before the course is due to start. Follow these steps to confirm attendance:

  1. On the "My CDE" page, click the message “Please Confirm Your Attendance.”
  2. Select a new status from the list provided and enter an appropriate comment.
    Note: If you select "Not Attending," your space in the class will be lost and filled with the first available waitlisted individual.
  3. Click the "Submit" button to finalize the change.

The Course Director will request that you re-confirm your attendance to him / her in writing after you have received your confirmation letter. If registered participants fail to confirm their intention to attend a course at least seven (7) weeks prior to the course start date, they will lose their training opportunity. Their places in a course will be offered to people on the waiting list.

Paying Your Tuition

Tuition is not charged for dental personnel working at IHS federal programs. Tuition will be charged for dental personnel working at Tribal dental programs that have taken their headquarters dental shares.

If you are charged tuition, it must be paid eight (8) weeks before the start date of a course. You pay tuition by check or money order made payable as directed in the catalog and in the course confirmation letter you receive.

"In Your Clinic" and "By Request" courses have associated costs for travel, per diem, lodging, salary, and honorarium for instructors. These costs will be charged to all IHS, Tribal, and Urban dental programs. Contact the Course Director to schedule a course and negotiate fees.

Travel & Lodging Information

Course participants are responsible for confirming attendance in a course, making travel and lodging arrangements, obtaining necessary travel documents, and ensuring that clinic schedules are arranged to allow for participants' absence.

Eight (8) to twelve (12) weeks before the start of a course, the Course Director will mail out information on lodging, special instructions regarding travel, uniform of the day, and the phone number of someone to contact to answer questions.

Another way to check travel and lodging information for a course is through the CDE website. Once you go to www.ihs.gov/doh/ and login, go to the CDE site and click on the course for which you are registered and scroll down on the Course Detail to the travel section. Some course directors will post the course confirmation letter on the CDE website under “Course Materials” which is under “Tools.”

CDE Certificates

Course participants can view and print transcripts through the CDE system. A transcript lists the courses you have completed and the number of CDE credits earned since FY 2002. The transcript will be automatically updated when you complete courses in FY 2011.

Course participants are encouraged, upon their return to their worksite, to discuss course content with their supervisor and co-workers, and share what was learned and whether the course would be appropriate for other staff to attend.

Accreditation

The IHS Division of Oral Health is an American Dental Association (ADA) Continuing Education Recognition Program (CERP) Recognized Provider. In order to receive credit, participants must attend all sessions of a course. Evening sessions or pre-course work may be scheduled at the discretion of the course instructor, and will be announced at the beginning of the course.

Disclosure Policy

It is the policy of the Indian Health Service, Division of Oral Health, that faculty/planners disclose any financial or other relationships with commercial companies whose products may be discussed in the educational activity. The Indian Health Service, Division of Oral Health, also requires that faculty disclose any unlabeled or investigative use of pharmaceutical products and medical devices. Images that have been falsified or manipulated to misrepresent treatment outcomes are prohibited.

None of the faculty/planners for this activity has a conflict of interest, and there is no use of unlabeled or investigative pharmaceutical products or medical devices. No images have been falsified or manipulated to misrepresent treatment outcomes. The educational objectives, content, and selection of educational methods and instructors are conducted independent of any commercial entity. Concerns or complaints about this course may be directed to IHS CDE Coordinator or to ADA CERP (http://www.ada.org/cerp).

American Dental Association Continuing Education Recognition Program logo  

2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

Dentist Courses

DD0001: Advanced Endodontic Techniques
Date(s): 6/4/2012 - 6/7/2012
Facility: Northern Navajo Medical Center Dental Clinic Location: Shiprock, NM
Instructor(s): Glen Eisenhuth, Matthew Brunson, James Yao, JOHN KING Director: JOHN KING
Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
Quota: 12 - 16 students Tuition: $1,516.00
Hours: 32.00 (Total CDE); 32.00 (AGD - 074)
Course Types Course Types Course Types
Summary:

This course will cover endodontic diagnosis, tooth morphology, emergency treatment, instrumentation techniques [including balanced forces and multiple rotary systems], lateral and warm vertical obturation techniques, management of traumatic injuries, failure, retreatment and surgical procedures, and endodontic troubleshooting.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Specify implications and limitations of diagnostic procedures.
2. Identify tooth morphological problems often related to complications and failures.
3. Provide proper management of endodontic emergencies, including limited surgical treatment, modern instrumentation sequencing, techniques, and instrument systems.
4. Use an apex locator.
5. Improve skills with lateral and warm vertical condensation techniques, and know when to use different instrumentation techniques.
6. Discuss diagnosis and management of luxations, avulsions, root and crown fractures.
7. Diagnose and manage endodontic failures and restoration of endodontically treated teeth [including bonding agents, pins and posts].
8. Avoid and manage common trouble areas in endodontics including short-rooted teeth, short and long fills, and perforations.

Prerequisites:

None

Travel:

Please arrange to travel on Sunday. The course starts promptly at 8:30 am on Monday.





Payment Address:

Please Make Checks Payable to: USET, Inc.
Attn: Tammy Fowler
711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
Nashville, TN 37214

2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

Dentist Courses

DD0003: Challenges in an Indian Health Service [IHS] Dental Practice
Date(s): 1/23/2012 - 1/27/2012
Facility: Northern Navajo Medical Center Location: Shiprock, NM
Instructor(s): CIELO DOHERTY, MARY MURPHY, NORMAN JAMES, Rickey Thompson, KATRINA LESLIE-PUHUYAOMA Director: Rickey Thompson
Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
Quota: 6 - 10 students Tuition: $1,632.00
Hours: 40.00 (Total CDE); 8.00 (AGD - 074); 8.00 (AGD - 430); 4.00 (AGD - 310); 4.00 (AGD - 734); 4.00 (AGD - 735); 4.00 (AGD - 754); 8.00 (AGD - 250)
Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
Summary:

People are by virtue of their assignment location, thrust into professional roles for which they have not been adequately prepared by previous schooling or experience. “Challenges” is designed for all new Indian Health Service [IHS], tribal, and urban dentists within their first three to six months of service. The course provides a basis for understanding and working in the IHS dental programs as well as to establish a baseline of skill and knowledge to be able to provide dental services efficiently and effectively.

Learning Objectives:

Headquarters Session for Challenges [1 hour]
The overall goal of the Headquarters session is to explain the mission of the Indian Health Service and the Division of Oral Health, and to provide an organizational framework of how the federal government interacts with Tribal organizations. The teaching resources include PowerPoint presentations and group discussions.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
•   State the mission of the Indian Health Service
•   Describe the functions of the Division of Oral Health
•   Identify how to access clinical issues and career development resources

Dental Public Health Session [3 hours]
Dental Public Health is the science and art of preventing and controlling dental diseases, and promoting dental health through organized community efforts. Previous educational or practice experiences may have emphasized how to be successful in the private sector. This session will focus on how to be successful in a dental public health program. This session is designed to give an overview of key dental public health data and concepts; distinctions between public health and private practice models; basic epidemiology principles; critical reading of research; and social and behavioral dimensions of dental disease. The learning format includes interactive PowerPoint presentations, case studies, and small group discussions.
Learning Objectives
At the end of the dental public health session, participants will be able to:
•   Describe the differences between a dental public health practice model and a private practice model;
•   List available resources that describe oral health status in the United States;
•   Discuss the effects of social and behavioral effects on one dental disease, and develop a scenario where these effects could be seen in an IHS setting;
•   Categorize common dental procedures in one of the dental levels of care;
•   Explain the basis of both preventive and periodontal recall management in an IHS dental public health practice.
•   Distinguish the three current IHS dental GPRA indicators and discuss the rationale behind these indicators.
•   Explain the goal for the IHS ECC Initiative, and how to access resources to achieve these goals.

Pediatric Dentistry Session for Challenges [8 hours]
The overall goal of the pediatric dentistry session is to help the course participant better understand the treatment needs often presented in young children. This session is designed to give an overview of infant oral health and disease; preventive, diagnostic, and restorative strategies; and how to deal with common traumatic injuries. The learning format includes interactive PowerPoint presentations, case studies, and small group discussion.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
•   Provide anticipatory guidance to parents/guardians as to what is normal development and when bottle, breast, cup, pacifier use is appropriate.
•   Explain how and why early caries relates to latter caries experience.
•   Recognize varying degrees of carious involvement, space maintenance needs, behavioral considerations, and when consults [related to co-morbidities] are necessary.
•   Determine when radiographs are required and what types of radiographs are appropriate for a given age.
•   Discuss a variety of pulp treatments in primary teeth, medicaments utilized, and rates of success.
•   Describe common trauma injuries in children, what to evaluate, and when consults are needed.
•   Distinguish between various types of restorative materials for primary teeth considering their relative longevity and their public health implication.
•   Recognize developing occlusion, early malocclusions, possible treatment options, and appropriate referrals.
•   Select behavior modification technique for achieving treatment appropriate with the child’s chronological age and maturity.
•   Discuss types and dosages of analgesics and local anesthesia appropriate for children.
•   Explain the logic for when and why general anesthesia may be an appropriate treatment option.
•   Describe what constitutes special needs patients and how their treatment is approached.
•   Identify the most common chronic diseases [anemia, asthma] encountered with children in our population and their impact on patient treatment.
•   Recognize the most common oral pathologies seen in our population and identify what should be treated and what should be referred.
•   Describe common ages for abuse and neglect, the most common presenting features, and dental provider’s legal responsibility.


Periodontics Session for Challenges [4 hours]
The overall goal of the periodontics session is to advance participants knowledge and skills in nonsurgical and surgical periodontics, and to introduce them to public health in periodontics. The format will be lecture, discussion, and case studies.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the periodontal session, the participants will be able to:
•   Record CPI/PSR scores accurately.
•   Diagnose periodontal diseases.
•   Plan periodontal treatment taking into account the delivery of care, including the provider [DA, RDH, or DDS/DMD].
•   Recommend appropriate antimicrobial agents for brushing, rinsing, local and systemic delivery in the treatment of periodontitis.
•   Recognize indications and contraindications to periodontal surgery.
•   Describe inflammation and the relationship between oral and systemic diseases.
•   List five conditions that put individuals at risk for periodontitis.
•   List three new technologies in periodontics that can/could be recommended for use in an I/T/U dental program.


Endodontic Session for Challenges [8 hours]
The overall goal of the endodontic session is to provide a review of endodontic principles and techniques applied to clinical situations common to Indian Health Service dental practice: diagnosis and treatment of common dental pulp diseases with the emphasis on pulp testing; radiography, anatomy; vital pulp therapy; endodontic access; cleaning and shaping; and placement of medicaments in the pulp space and coronal restoration. Teaching resources include PowerPoint presentations developed by IHS Endodontists based on their experience and the published scientific literature. Laboratory exercise operating on extracted human teeth.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the endodontic session, participants will be able to:
•   Apply the protocol for taking at least two pre-op radiographs made at different angles.
•   Explain the SLOB rule.
•   Identify clues to multiple canals.
•   Perform pulp and periradicular testing
•   Explain the rationale for making a pulpal and periradicular diagnosis.
•   Record diagnoses that are consistent with exam findings.
•   Describe the American Association of Endodontics [AAE] diagnoses.
•   Locate sources for endodontic information on basic canal anatomy.
•   Describe the importance of Straight Line Access and how to achieve it.
•   List techniques to avoid perforations, ledging and blocking.
•   Explain the importance of magnification and illumination.
•   Discuss the rationale for working length distinguishing between preparation of the canal and obturation.
•   Describe the relationship of diagnosis and urgent treatment needed.
•   Demonstrate hand filing techniques to handle ledges and blocked canals.
•   Use Balanced Forces Filing technique and placement of CaOH.
•   Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of temporary filling materials.
•   Demonstrate the use of gutta percha cones of greater taper.
•   Evaluate which teeth are restorable.
•   Discuss rationale for using post retention.
•   Explain the concept of restore at the time of obturation.
•   Trauma diagnosis and treatment


Oral Surgery Session of Challenges [8 hours]
The overall goal of the oral surgery session is to advance participants’ skills and abilities about surgical procedures by adhering to a set of principles to provide the best possible treatment for patients. The format of this session is lecture, discussions, case studies, simulated practice, and hands-on suturing lab.

Lectures will be presented about how to interview a patient; review medical history; obtain appropriate labs, radiographs; perform a workup to identify and avoid possible complications during and after surgery. Discussions will emphasize talking with the patients about consent forms; explanation of procedures and risks associated with the procedure; possible alternative treatments; answering patient’s questions; documenting process and findings in a patient’s chart. Cases will demonstrate the principles of simple and moderately difficult surgical extractions. The simple dental extraction cases will focus on establishing and maintaining surgical aseptic technique; proper instrumentation and set up, and use of local anesthetics; complications associated with dental extractions [including but not limited to anatomical considerations]; unexpected inter-operative complications with techniques to deal with these complications; and medical considerations that may compromise a successful surgical outcome. The moderately difficult surgical extraction cases will accentuate establishing and maintaining surgical aseptic technique; instrumentation, expected wound healing; appropriate follow-up and referrals. Cases will demonstrate the evaluation of an ectopically positioned tooth with its anatomic considerations to determine the degree of surgical difficulty and surgical approach [i.e. flap design, degree of bone reduction, sectioning technique, delivery, choice of suturing material and techniques]; possible complications and treatment of those complications including but not limited to bleeding, nerve damage, and infections; management of pain with a brief discussion of antibiotics and analgesics.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the oral surgery session, participants will be able to:
•      Describe the principles of patient evaluation and workup for oral surgical procedures.
•      Establish and maintain surgical aseptic technique.
•      Explain the principles of simple dental extractions.
•      Summarize the principles of moderately difficult surgical extractions with consideration of associated hard and soft tissue anatomy and possible complications. Based upon the providers abilities make appropriate referral.
•      Explain the various suture materials and use.
•      Demonstrate various suturing techniques in a laboratory setting and explain when these techniques should be used
•      Document informed consent, treatment plan, and treatment in patient’s chart.

General Dentistry Session for Challenges [5 hours]
Session Summary:
The goal of the general dentistry session is to introduce the course participant to the provision of general clinical services in an Indian Health Service dental program. This session is designed to give an overview of diagnostic and treatment planning; preventive and restorative therapies; utilization of expanded-function auxiliaries; advantages and disadvantages of working with different dental materials; and strategies for working with medically compromised patients. The learning format includes interactive PowerPoint presentations, case studies, and small group discussions
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the general dentistry session participants should be able to:
•   Assign risk for decay, discuss appropriate therapies and recall intervals for individual patients.
•   Describe factors affecting caries risk.
•   Describe restorative dentistry strategies and dental auxiliary utilization in a public health clinic and how they differ from a typical private practice setting.
•   Discuss the pros and cons of commonly used dental materials and bonding systems.
•   Summarize the caution needed in the treatment of medically compromised patients.

Prerequisites:

Must have a current dental license.

Travel:

Payment Address:

Please Make Checks Payable to: USET, Inc.
c/o Tammy Fowler
711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
Nashville, TN 37214

2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

Dentist Courses

DD0004: Challenges in an Indian Health Service [IHS] Dental Practice
Date(s): 4/16/2012 - 4/20/2012
Facility: Best Western Ramkota Hotel and Conference Center Location: Rapid City, SD
Instructor(s): Kenneth Moran, CAROL MCDANIEL, Matthew Brunson, Jose Rodriguez, Claudia von Hendricks, MARY MURPHY, JAN COLTON, WILLIAM BAILEY, RICHARD TROYER Director: JAN COLTON
Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
Quota: 6 - 20 students Tuition: $1,632.00
Hours: 40.00 (Total CDE); 8.00 (AGD - 070); 4.00 (AGD - 149); 8.00 (AGD - 258); 8.00 (AGD - 430); 4.00 (AGD - 490); 8.00 (AGD - 310)
Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
Summary:

People are by virtue of their assignment location, thrust into professional roles for which they have not been adequately prepared by previous schooling or experience. “Challenges” is designed for all new Indian Health Service [IHS], tribal, and urban dentists within their first three to six months of service.
The course will orient dental providers to concepts and clinical techniques and decision-making in a public health setting. Designed specifially for federal and tribal IHS programs.

Learning Objectives:

Headquarters Session for Challenges [1 hour]
The overall goal of the Headquarters session is to explain the mission of the Indian Health Service and the Division of Oral Health, and to provide an organizational framework of how the federal government interacts with Tribal organizations. The teaching resources include PowerPoint presentations and group discussions.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
1. State the mission of the Indian Health Service.
2. Describe the functions of the Division of Oral Health.
3. Identify how to access clinical issues and career development resources

Dental Public Health Session [3 hours]
Dental Public Health is the science and art of preventing and controlling dental diseases, and promoting dental health through organized community efforts. Previous educational or practice experiences may have emphasized how to be successful in the private sector. This session will focus on how to be successful in a dental public health program. This session is designed to give an overview of key dental public health data and concepts; distinctions between public health and private practice models; basic epidemiology principles; critical reading of research; and social and behavioral dimensions of dental disease. The learning format includes interactive PowerPoint presentations, case studies, and small group discussions.
Learning Objectives
At the end of the dental public health session, participants will be able to:
•   Describe the differences between a dental public health practice model and a private practice model;
•   List available resources that describe oral health status in the United States;
•   Discuss the effects of social and behavioral effects on one dental disease, and develop a scenario where these effects could be seen in an IHS setting;
•   Categorize common dental procedures in one of the dental levels of care;
•   Explain the basis of both preventive and periodontal recall management in an IHS dental public health practice.
•   Distinguish the three current IHS dental GPRA indicators and discuss the rationale behind these indicators.
•   Explain the goal for the IHS ECC Initiative, and how to access resources to achieve these goals.

Pediatric Dentistry Session for Challenges [8 hours]
The overall goal of the pediatric dentistry session is to help the course participant better understand the treatment needs often presented in young children. This session is designed to give an overview of infant oral health and disease; preventive, diagnostic, and restorative strategies; and how to deal with common traumatic injuries. The learning format includes interactive PowerPoint presentations, case studies, and small group discussion.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
•   Provide anticipatory guidance to parents/guardians as to what is normal development and when bottle, breast, cup, pacifier use is appropriate.
•   Explain how and why early caries relates to latter caries experience.
•   Recognize varying degrees of carious involvement, space maintenance needs, behavioral considerations, and when consults [related to co-morbidities] are necessary.
•   Determine when radiographs are required and what types of radiographs are appropriate for a given age.
•   Discuss a variety of pulp treatments in primary teeth, medicaments utilized, and rates of success.
•   Describe common trauma injuries in children, what to evaluate, and when consults are needed.
•   Distinguish between various types of restorative materials for primary teeth considering their relative longevity and their public health implication.
•   Recognize developing occlusion, early malocclusions, possible treatment options, and appropriate referrals.
•   Select behavior modification technique for achieving treatment appropriate with the child’s chronological age and maturity.
•   Discuss types and dosages of analgesics and local anesthesia appropriate for children.
•   Explain the logic for when and why general anesthesia may be an appropriate treatment option.
•   Describe what constitutes special needs patients and how their treatment is approached.
•   Identify the most common chronic diseases [anemia, asthma] encountered with children in our population and their impact on patient treatment.
•   Recognize the most common oral pathologies seen in our population and identify what should be treated and what should be referred.
•   Describe common ages for abuse and neglect, the most common presenting features, and dental provider’s legal responsibility.


Periodontics Session for Challenges [4 hours]
The overall goal of the periodontics session is to advance participants knowledge and skills in nonsurgical and surgical periodontics, and to introduce them to public health in periodontics. The format will be lecture, discussion, and case studies.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the periodontal session, the participants will be able to:
•   Record CPI/PSR scores accurately.
•   Diagnose periodontal diseases.
•   Plan periodontal treatment taking into account the delivery of care, including the provider [DA, RDH, or DDS/DMD].
•   Recommend appropriate antimicrobial agents for brushing, rinsing, local and systemic delivery in the treatment of periodontitis.
•   Recognize indications and contraindications to periodontal surgery.
•   Describe inflammation and the relationship between oral and systemic diseases.
•   List five conditions that put individuals at risk for periodontitis.
•   List three new technologies in periodontics that can/could be recommended for use in an I/T/U dental program.


Endodontic Session for Challenges [8 hours]
The overall goal of the endodontic session is to provide a review of endodontic principles and techniques applied to clinical situations common to Indian Health Service dental practice: diagnosis and treatment of common dental pulp diseases with the emphasis on pulp testing; radiography, anatomy; vital pulp therapy; endodontic access; cleaning and shaping; and placement of medicaments in the pulp space and coronal restoration. Teaching resources include PowerPoint presentations developed by IHS Endodontists based on their experience and the published scientific literature. Laboratory exercise operating on extracted human teeth.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the endodontic session, participants will be able to:
•   Apply the protocol for taking at least two pre-op radiographs made at different angles.
•   Explain the SLOB rule.
•   Identify clues to multiple canals.
•   Perform pulp and periradicular testing
•   Explain the rationale for making a pulpal and periradicular diagnosis.
•   Record diagnoses that are consistent with exam findings.
•   Describe the American Association of Endodontics [AAE] diagnoses.
•   Locate sources for endodontic information on basic canal anatomy.
•   Describe the importance of Straight Line Access and how to achieve it.
•   List techniques to avoid perforations, ledging and blocking.
•   Explain the importance of magnification and illumination.
•   Discuss the rationale for working length distinguishing between preparation of the canal and obturation.
•   Describe the relationship of diagnosis and urgent treatment needed.
•   Demonstrate hand filing techniques to handle ledges and blocked canals.
•   Use Balanced Forces Filing technique and placement of CaOH.
•   Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of temporary filling materials.
•   Demonstrate the use of gutta percha cones of greater taper.
•   Evaluate which teeth are restorable.
•   Discuss rationale for using post retention.
•   Explain the concept of restore at the time of obturation.
•   Trauma diagnosis and treatment


Oral Surgery Session of Challenges [8 hours]
The overall goal of the oral surgery session is to advance participants’ skills and abilities about surgical procedures by adhering to a set of principles to provide the best possible treatment for patients. The format of this session is lecture, discussions, case studies, simulated practice, and hands-on suturing lab.

Lectures will be presented about how to interview a patient; review medical history; obtain appropriate labs, radiographs; perform a workup to identify and avoid possible complications during and after surgery. Discussions will emphasize talking with the patients about consent forms; explanation of procedures and risks associated with the procedure; possible alternative treatments; answering patient’s questions; documenting process and findings in a patient’s chart. Cases will demonstrate the principles of simple and moderately difficult surgical extractions. The simple dental extraction cases will focus on establishing and maintaining surgical aseptic technique; proper instrumentation and set up, and use of local anesthetics; complications associated with dental extractions [including but not limited to anatomical considerations]; unexpected inter-operative complications with techniques to deal with these complications; and medical considerations that may compromise a successful surgical outcome. The moderately difficult surgical extraction cases will accentuate establishing and maintaining surgical aseptic technique; instrumentation, expected wound healing; appropriate follow-up and referrals. Cases will demonstrate the evaluation of an ectopically positioned tooth with its anatomic considerations to determine the degree of surgical difficulty and surgical approach [i.e. flap design, degree of bone reduction, sectioning technique, delivery, choice of suturing material and techniques]; possible complications and treatment of those complications including but not limited to bleeding, nerve damage, and infections; management of pain with a brief discussion of antibiotics and analgesics.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the oral surgery session, participants will be able to:
•      Describe the principles of patient evaluation and workup for oral surgical procedures.
•      Establish and maintain surgical aseptic technique.
•      Explain the principles of simple dental extractions.
•      Summarize the principles of moderately difficult surgical extractions with consideration of associated hard and soft tissue anatomy and possible complications. Based upon the providers abilities make appropriate referral.
•      Explain the various suture materials and use.
•      Demonstrate various suturing techniques in a laboratory setting and explain when these techniques should be used
•      Document informed consent, treatment plan, and treatment in patient’s chart.

General Dentistry Session for Challenges [5 hours]
Session Summary:
The goal of the general dentistry session is to introduce the course participant to the provision of general clinical services in an Indian Health Service dental program. This session is designed to give an overview of diagnostic and treatment planning; preventive and restorative therapies; utilization of expanded-function auxiliaries; advantages and disadvantages of working with different dental materials; and strategies for working with medically compromised patients. The learning format includes interactive PowerPoint presentations, case studies, and small group discussions
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the general dentistry session participants should be able to:
•   Assign risk for decay, discuss appropriate therapies and recall intervals for individual patients.
•   Describe factors affecting caries risk.
•   Describe restorative dentistry strategies and dental auxiliary utilization in a public health clinic and how they differ from a typical private practice setting.
•   Discuss the pros and cons of commonly used dental materials and bonding systems.
•   Summarize the caution needed in the treatment of medically compromised patients.

Prerequisites:

IHS/tribal dentist

Travel:

Payment Address:

Please Make Checks Payable to: Aberdeen Area Office
c/o Misty Beck, 309 Federal Bldg. Rm 215
115 4th Ave., SE
Aberdeen, SD 57401

2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

Dentist Courses

DD0005: Pediatric Dentistry - Caries Management and an Exhaustion of Remedies
Date(s): 5/1/2012 - 5/3/2012
Facility: Ramada Inn and Suites Location: Fargo, ND
Instructor(s): John Zimmer, MARY MCENERY Director: John Zimmer
Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
Quota: 6 - 20 students Tuition: $650.00
Hours: 24.00 (Total CDE); 24.00 (AGD - 430)
Course Types Course Types
Summary:

This three-day course is primarily geared to dentists, but hygienists are welcome to attend the first day. Day two and day three are for dentists only. Topics to be presented include:
- Case presentations and treatment plans for pediatric dentistry.
- Ideas you may use to improve child behavior in the operatory.
- Review restorative techniques with Pulps / SSC.
- Review the indications for Alternative Restorative Techniques with Glass Ionomer cements.
- Indications and options for space management in the primary dentition.
- String of Pearls: Multiple short topics gathered over the years.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
1. Rekindle enthusiasm to treat children of all ages.
2. Describe options [and the prognosis] for the various treatment scenarios.
3. List methods to improve child behavior in the operatory.

Prerequisites:

None.

Travel:

Payment Address:

Please Make Checks Payable to: USET, Inc.
c/o Tammy Fowler
711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
Nashville, TN 37214

2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

Dentist Courses

DD0007: Interceptive Orthodontic Training for the General Dentist
Date(s): 4/16/2012 - 4/20/2012
Facility: Chemawa Indian Health Center Location: Salem, OR
Instructor(s): D. MARK MCCOLLOUGH, James Dibelka Director: D. MARK MCCOLLOUGH
Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
Quota: 5 - 10 students Tuition: $1,130.00
Hours: 32.00 (Total CDE); 32.00 (AGD - 370)
Course Types Course Types Course Types
Summary:

This course will include both didactic and hands-on formats. The course will be presented in three phases:
1. Diagnoses and assessment.
2. Interceptive and preventive treatment.
3. Limited correction appliances.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Take the diagnostic records on patients in need of interceptive or limited orthodontic treatment.
2. Identify and diagnose malocclusions that could benefit from interceptive orthodontic therapy.
3. Define interceptive orthodontic treatment objectives and develop treatment plans.
4. Band and bond teeth.
5. Identify and select proper appliances for treating various malocclusions.
6. Talk the same language as an orthodontist so that he/she can consult over the phone with you during treatment.

Prerequisites:

1. All students must pay $400 materials fee 6 weeks before the beginning of the course.
2. Tuition only applies to participants who work at facilities that have taken HQ shares.
3. Copy of dental license.
4. Clinical letter of good standing.


Travel:

Payment Address:

Please Make Checks Payable to: Chemawa Health Center
c/o Mark McCollough
3750 Chemawa Road, N.E.
Salem, OR 97305

2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

Dentist Courses

DD0008: Challenges in an Indian Health Service [IHS] Dental Practice
Date(s): 12/5/2011 - 12/9/2011
Facility: Little America Location: Flagstaff, AZ
Instructor(s): Richard Champany, Craig Bruce, Matthew Brunson, TODD SMITH, Kenneth Moran, Sandra Aretino, Timothy Ricks Director: Christina Zeigler
Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
Quota: 6 - 10 students Tuition: $1,632.00
Hours: 40.00 (Total CDE); 8.00 (AGD - 070); 4.00 (AGD - 149); 8.00 (AGD - 258); 8.00 (AGD - 430); 4.00 (AGD - 490); 8.00 (AGD - 310)
Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
Summary:

People are by virtue of their assignment location, thrust into professional roles for which they have not been adequately prepared by previous schooling or experience. “Challenges” is designed for all new Indian Health Service [IHS], tribal, and urban dentists within their first three to six months of service. The course provides a basis for understanding and working in the IHS dental programs as well as to establish a baseline of skill and knowledge to be able to provide dental services efficiently and effectively.

Learning Objectives:

Headquarters Session for Challenges [1 hour]
The overall goal of the Headquarters session is to explain the mission of the Indian Health Service and the Division of Oral Health, and to provide an organizational framework of how the federal government interacts with Tribal organizations. The teaching resources include PowerPoint presentations and group discussions.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
•   State the mission of the Indian Health Service
•   Describe the functions of the Division of Oral Health
•   Identify how to access clinical issues and career development resources

Dental Public Health Session [3 hours]
Dental Public Health is the science and art of preventing and controlling dental diseases, and promoting dental health through organized community efforts. Previous educational or practice experiences may have emphasized how to be successful in the private sector. This session will focus on how to be successful in a dental public health program. This session is designed to give an overview of key dental public health data and concepts; distinctions between public health and private practice models; basic epidemiology principles; critical reading of research; and social and behavioral dimensions of dental disease. The learning format includes interactive PowerPoint presentations, case studies, and small group discussions.
Learning Objectives
At the end of the dental public health session, participants will be able to:
•   Describe the differences between a dental public health practice model and a private practice model;
•   List available resources that describe oral health status in the United States;
•   Discuss the effects of social and behavioral effects on one dental disease, and develop a scenario where these effects could be seen in an IHS setting;
•   Categorize common dental procedures in one of the dental levels of care;
•   Explain the basis of both preventive and periodontal recall management in an IHS dental public health practice.
•   Distinguish the three current IHS dental GPRA indicators and discuss the rationale behind these indicators.
•   Explain the goal for the IHS ECC Initiative, and how to access resources to achieve these goals.

Pediatric Dentistry Session for Challenges [8 hours]
The overall goal of the pediatric dentistry session is to help the course participant better understand the treatment needs often presented in young children. This session is designed to give an overview of infant oral health and disease; preventive, diagnostic, and restorative strategies; and how to deal with common traumatic injuries. The learning format includes interactive PowerPoint presentations, case studies, and small group discussion.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
•   Provide anticipatory guidance to parents/guardians as to what is normal development and when bottle, breast, cup, pacifier use is appropriate.
•   Explain how and why early caries relates to latter caries experience.
•   Recognize varying degrees of carious involvement, space maintenance needs, behavioral considerations, and when consults [related to co-morbidities] are necessary.
•   Determine when radiographs are required and what types of radiographs are appropriate for a given age.
•   Discuss a variety of pulp treatments in primary teeth, medicaments utilized, and rates of success.
•   Describe common trauma injuries in children, what to evaluate, and when consults are needed.
•   Distinguish between various types of restorative materials for primary teeth considering their relative longevity and their public health implication.
•   Recognize developing occlusion, early malocclusions, possible treatment options, and appropriate referrals.
•   Select behavior modification technique for achieving treatment appropriate with the child’s chronological age and maturity.
•   Discuss types and dosages of analgesics and local anesthesia appropriate for children.
•   Explain the logic for when and why general anesthesia may be an appropriate treatment option.
•   Describe what constitutes special needs patients and how their treatment is approached.
•   Identify the most common chronic diseases [anemia, asthma] encountered with children in our population and their impact on patient treatment.
•   Recognize the most common oral pathologies seen in our population and identify what should be treated and what should be referred.
•   Describe common ages for abuse and neglect, the most common presenting features, and dental provider’s legal responsibility.


Periodontics Session for Challenges [4 hours]
The overall goal of the periodontics session is to advance participants knowledge and skills in nonsurgical and surgical periodontics, and to introduce them to public health in periodontics. The format will be lecture, discussion, and case studies.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the periodontal session, the participants will be able to:
•   Record CPI/PSR scores accurately.
•   Diagnose periodontal diseases.
•   Plan periodontal treatment taking into account the delivery of care, including the provider [DA, RDH, or DDS/DMD].
•   Recommend appropriate antimicrobial agents for brushing, rinsing, local and systemic delivery in the treatment of periodontitis.
•   Recognize indications and contraindications to periodontal surgery.
•   Describe inflammation and the relationship between oral and systemic diseases.
•   List five conditions that put individuals at risk for periodontitis.
•   List three new technologies in periodontics that can/could be recommended for use in an I/T/U dental program.


Endodontic Session for Challenges [8 hours]
The overall goal of the endodontic session is to provide a review of endodontic principles and techniques applied to clinical situations common to Indian Health Service dental practice: diagnosis and treatment of common dental pulp diseases with the emphasis on pulp testing; radiography, anatomy; vital pulp therapy; endodontic access; cleaning and shaping; and placement of medicaments in the pulp space and coronal restoration. Teaching resources include PowerPoint presentations developed by IHS Endodontists based on their experience and the published scientific literature. Laboratory exercise operating on extracted human teeth.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the endodontic session, participants will be able to:
•   Apply the protocol for taking at least two pre-op radiographs made at different angles.
•   Explain the SLOB rule.
•   Identify clues to multiple canals.
•   Perform pulp and periradicular testing
•   Explain the rationale for making a pulpal and periradicular diagnosis.
•   Record diagnoses that are consistent with exam findings.
•   Describe the American Association of Endodontics [AAE] diagnoses.
•   Locate sources for endodontic information on basic canal anatomy.
•   Describe the importance of Straight Line Access and how to achieve it.
•   List techniques to avoid perforations, ledging and blocking.
•   Explain the importance of magnification and illumination.
•   Discuss the rationale for working length distinguishing between preparation of the canal and obturation.
•   Describe the relationship of diagnosis and urgent treatment needed.
•   Demonstrate hand filing techniques to handle ledges and blocked canals.
•   Use Balanced Forces Filing technique and placement of CaOH.
•   Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of temporary filling materials.
•   Demonstrate the use of gutta percha cones of greater taper.
•   Evaluate which teeth are restorable.
•   Discuss rationale for using post retention.
•   Explain the concept of restore at the time of obturation.
•   Trauma diagnosis and treatment


Oral Surgery Session of Challenges [8 hours]
The overall goal of the oral surgery session is to advance participants’ skills and abilities about surgical procedures by adhering to a set of principles to provide the best possible treatment for patients. The format of this session is lecture, discussions, case studies, simulated practice, and hands-on suturing lab.

Lectures will be presented about how to interview a patient; review medical history; obtain appropriate labs, radiographs; perform a workup to identify and avoid possible complications during and after surgery. Discussions will emphasize talking with the patients about consent forms; explanation of procedures and risks associated with the procedure; possible alternative treatments; answering patient’s questions; documenting process and findings in a patient’s chart. Cases will demonstrate the principles of simple and moderately difficult surgical extractions. The simple dental extraction cases will focus on establishing and maintaining surgical aseptic technique; proper instrumentation and set up, and use of local anesthetics; complications associated with dental extractions [including but not limited to anatomical considerations]; unexpected inter-operative complications with techniques to deal with these complications; and medical considerations that may compromise a successful surgical outcome. The moderately difficult surgical extraction cases will accentuate establishing and maintaining surgical aseptic technique; instrumentation, expected wound healing; appropriate follow-up and referrals. Cases will demonstrate the evaluation of an ectopically positioned tooth with its anatomic considerations to determine the degree of surgical difficulty and surgical approach [i.e. flap design, degree of bone reduction, sectioning technique, delivery, choice of suturing material and techniques]; possible complications and treatment of those complications including but not limited to bleeding, nerve damage, and infections; management of pain with a brief discussion of antibiotics and analgesics.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the oral surgery session, participants will be able to:
•      Describe the principles of patient evaluation and workup for oral surgical procedures.
•      Establish and maintain surgical aseptic technique.
•      Explain the principles of simple dental extractions.
•      Summarize the principles of moderately difficult surgical extractions with consideration of associated hard and soft tissue anatomy and possible complications. Based upon the providers abilities make appropriate referral.
•      Explain the various suture materials and use.
•      Demonstrate various suturing techniques in a laboratory setting and explain when these techniques should be used
•      Document informed consent, treatment plan, and treatment in patient’s chart.

General Dentistry Session for Challenges [5 hours]
Session Summary:
The goal of the general dentistry session is to introduce the course participant to the provision of general clinical services in an Indian Health Service dental program. This session is designed to give an overview of diagnostic and treatment planning; preventive and restorative therapies; utilization of expanded-function auxiliaries; advantages and disadvantages of working with different dental materials; and strategies for working with medically compromised patients. The learning format includes interactive PowerPoint presentations, case studies, and small group discussions
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the general dentistry session participants should be able to:
•   Assign risk for decay, discuss appropriate therapies and recall intervals for individual patients.
•   Describe factors affecting caries risk.
•   Describe restorative dentistry strategies and dental auxiliary utilization in a public health clinic and how they differ from a typical private practice setting.
•   Discuss the pros and cons of commonly used dental materials and bonding systems.
•   Summarize the caution needed in the treatment of medically compromised patients.

Prerequisites:

Must have a current dental license.

Travel:

Payment Address:

Please make checks payable to: USET, Inc.
c/o Tammy Fowler
711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
Nashville, TN 37214

2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

Dentist Courses

DD0009: Concepts of Dental Clinic Management III/Leadership Concepts
Date(s): 3/12/2012 - 3/15/2012
Facility: Inn at Rio Rancho Location: Rio Rancho, NM
Instructor(s): Richard Champany, Steve Tetrev Director: STEVEN TETREV
Audience: Dentists Level: Advanced
Quota: 8 - 30 students Tuition: $950.00
Hours: 28.00 (Total CDE); 28.00 (AGD - 550)
Course Types Course Types Course Types
Summary:

Concepts III is for seasoned, mature IHS and Tribal Dental Chiefs. This comprehensive course for dentists will expand on the principles and skills presented in Concepts I and II and take participants through the transition into leadership roles they may assume. Program development topics will be addressed such as Career Development, Mentoring, Delegation, Developmental Assignments, and Group Learning. Leadership segments will include Leadership Styles, Influence, Tipping Points, Negotiation Principles and Skills, Networking and Marketing. The curriculum is flexible enough to address the individual needs of participants. NOTE: For individuals who have attended Concepts III previously, enough new material will be presented to make this course worth repeating.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
1. State the importance and benefits of staff and program development efforts.
2. Identify their leadership style and apply the appropriate principles necessary to develop themselves, their program and to handle inevitable challenges.
3. Demonstrate how leaders use negotiation skills, influence and “tipping points” to garner support, make contacts, and identify resources for improving their programs.

Prerequisites:

This course is for Dental Chiefs, Area Dental Officers and HQ Personnel. Completion of Concepts of Service Unit Management II or Concepts for ADO’s and HQ Personnel is required except as approved by instructors.

Travel:

This course begins at 1 pm on March 12 and ends at 5 pm March 15, 2012.

Payment Address:

Please Make Checks Payable to: USET, Inc.
c/o Tammy Fowler
711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
Nashville, TN 37214

2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

Dentist Courses

DD0010: Concepts of Dental Clinic Management I
Date(s): 1/30/2012 - 2/2/2012
Facility: United Way of Central New Mexico Location: Albuquerque, NM
Instructor(s): Steve Tetrev, Richard Champany, Scott Trapp Director: STEVEN TETREV
Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
Quota: 8 - 16 students Tuition: $1,025.00
Hours: 28.00 (Total CDE); 28.00 (AGD - 550)
Course Types Course Types Course Types
Summary:

The purpose of this comprehensive course is to give IHS Dental Chiefs and Tribal Clinical Dental Managers a better understanding of the “nuts and bolts” of dental program management. The course will include clinical data analysis/productivity improvement, personnel training, and problem solving. Additionally, personal awareness exercises will help managers with individual growth and development.

The curriculum is flexible enough to address the individual needs of participants. Participants can expect pre-course communications and assignments.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Discuss and apply the basic concepts of personnel, budgeting, and clinic management to better operate their programs.
2. Assess the efficiency and effectiveness of their clinic[s], and apply appropriate measures to improve clinic function, optimizing teamwork.
3. Explain communication, management and relationship issues related to a mixed generation workforce and emotional intelligence.

Prerequisites:

This course is for dentists and tribal clinical dental managers.

Travel:

Payment Address:

Please Make Checks Payable to: USET, Inc.
c/o Tammy Fowler
711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
Nashville, TN 37214

2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

Dentist Courses

DD0013: Endodontic Cleaning and Shaping
Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
Facility: Online Location: Online
Instructor(s): Thomas Taylor Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
Hours: 8.00 (Total CDE); 8.00 (AGD - 070)
Course Types
Summary:

There is no need to "Register" for this course. Simply login to the CDE and Click on the link to take the ONLINE COURSE in the Additional Info section on the Course Detail page to receive credit.

Activity Overview:

This course is an E-Learning course that is divided into two parts covering the chemo and the mechanical aspects of endodontic cleaning and shaping. Part 1 covers the selection and use of chemotherapeutic agents in endodontics. Part 2 covers the proper use of conventional stainless steel hand files and nickel titanium rotary files. The hand filing section explains and demonstrates crown down technique, step back technique, negotiating narrow canals, as well as blocked and ledged canals. The rotary section covers basic principles of all rotary files and the detailed use of the analytic K3 nickel titanium file system.

Teaching Methods

This course is delivered online and includes interactive activities, lecture, and video demonstrations.

Course developed July, 2007; reviewed and updated August, 2010


Learning Objectives:

After review of this DVD and completion of the post-test the clinician will be able to:

1. Describe the principles and advantages of an ideal tapered endodontic preparation.
2. Perform a Crown Down Step Back endodontic preparation using Gates-Glidden burs, orifice shapers and standard hand files.
3. Negotiate a blocked and ledged canal.
4. Negotiate a narrow “calcified” canal.
5. Explain the basic similarities and differences between the main types of rotary file systems.
6. State the logic behind a crown down preparation using both hand and rotary files.
7. Demonstrate using the K3 rotary file system and how to safely and properly use it.
8. Apply various chemo agents used in endodontics and explain their safe and proper usage.

Prerequisites:


   Hardware/Software Requirements:

WindowsMacintosh
Intel Pentium II 450MHz or faster processor [or equivalent]PowerPC G3 500MHz or faster processor
128MB of RAM128MB of RAM

Operating systems and browsers
Flash Player 8 is supported on the following operating systems and browsers:

Windows
PlatformBrowser
Microsoft Windows 98Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
Windows MeMicrosoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
Windows 2000Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
Windows XPMicrosoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
Windows Server 2003Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later

Macintosh
PlatformBrowser
Mac OS X v.10.1.x, 10.2.x, 10.3.x, or 10.4.xInternet Explorer 5.2, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL for Mac OS X, Opera 6, Safari 1.x or later


Audio:

This course may contain an audio portion or soundtrack. Please turn on your speakers or use headphones.

Travel:

Payment Address:





2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

Dentist Courses

DD0014: Endodontic Emergencies
Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
Facility: Online Location: Online
Instructor(s): Thomas Taylor Director: Thomas Taylor
Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
Quota: 0 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
Hours: 8.00 (Total CDE); 8.00 (AGD - 070)
Course Types
Summary:

There is no need to "Register" for this course. Simply login to the CDE and Click on the link to take the ONLINE COURSE in the Additional Info section on the Course Detail page to receive credit.

Activity Overview:

This course is an E-Learning, online based course that covers all aspects of an emergency endodontic visit. It is structured around the SOAP note and will walk you through developing a good patient note, performing diagnostic tests, formulating a pulpal and perapical diagnosis, and providing initial emergency treatment. At the end of the course you will be given a 10-question exam. A score of 80 or higher is needed before the CDE system can print out your course certificate.

Teaching Methods

This course is delivered online and includes interactive activities, lecture, and video demonstrations.

Course developed: July, 2007; reviewed and updated August, 2010.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Write a logical and supportable SOAP note.
2. Perform a subjective patient interview.
3. Describe appropriate pulpal and periapical tests.
4. Interpret test results to justify diagnosis.
5. Formulate a pulpal and periapical diagnosis.
6. Perform a safe and effective pulpectomy.
7. State the logic and perform a partial pulpectomy.
8. Provide a patient with a “long term” initial endodontic access.
9. Minimize exposure to malpractice litigation based on poor documentation.

Prerequisites:


   Hardware/Software Requirements:

WindowsMacintosh
Intel Pentium II 450MHz or faster processor [or equivalent]PowerPC G3 500MHz or faster processor
128MB of RAM128MB of RAM

Operating systems and browsers
Flash Player 8 is supported on the following operating systems and browsers:

Windows
PlatformBrowser
Microsoft Windows 98Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
Windows MeMicrosoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
Windows 2000Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
Windows XPMicrosoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
Windows Server 2003Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later

Macintosh
PlatformBrowser
Mac OS X v.10.1.x, 10.2.x, 10.3.x, or 10.4.xInternet Explorer 5.2, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL for Mac OS X, Opera 6, Safari 1.x or later


Audio:

This course may contain an audio portion or soundtrack. Please turn on your speakers or use headphones.

Travel:

Payment Address:





2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

Dentist Courses

DD0015: Endodontic Obturation
Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
Facility: Online Location: Online
Instructor(s): Thomas Taylor Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
Audience: Dentists Level: Advanced
Quota: 0 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
Hours: 4.00 (Total CDE)
Course Types
Summary:

There is no need to "Register" for this course. Simply login to the CDE and Click on the link to take the ONLINE COURSE in the Additional Info section on the Course Detail page to receive credit.

Activity Overview:

Before final restoration and after complete cleaning and shaping, the root canal system must be obturated. This course covers the most common and best supported techniques available today. Various techniques presented include cold lateral obturation [standard and non-standard], as well as warm vertical obturation utilizing the System B heat carrier, and a gutta percha gun. Techniques, tips, and detailed visual examples including demonstrations and 3D animations are used to explain and demonstrated these techniques.

Course developed July, 2007; reviewed and updated August, 2011.

Learning Objectives:

At the end of this training you will be able to explain:
-Requirements for endodontic obturation materials
-Cold lateral standard obturation
-Cold lateral non-standard obturation
-Warm vertical system B Obturation

Prerequisites:

Successful completion of Endodontic Emergencies and Cleaning and Shaping e-learning courses.



   Hardware/Software Requirements:

WindowsMacintosh
Intel Pentium II 450MHz or faster processor [or equivalent]PowerPC G3 500MHz or faster processor
128MB of RAM128MB of RAM

Operating systems and browsers
Flash Player 8 is supported on the following operating systems and browsers:

Windows
PlatformBrowser
Microsoft Windows 98Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
Windows MeMicrosoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
Windows 2000Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
Windows XPMicrosoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
Windows Server 2003Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later

Macintosh
PlatformBrowser
Mac OS X v.10.1.x, 10.2.x, 10.3.x, or 10.4.xInternet Explorer 5.2, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL for Mac OS X, Opera 6, Safari 1.x or later


Audio:

This course may contain an audio portion or soundtrack. Please turn on your speakers or use headphones.

Travel:

Payment Address:





2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

Dentist Courses

DD0016: Online Caries Stabilization
Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
Facility: Online Location: Online
Instructor(s): John Zimmer, Robert Sewell Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
Quota: 1 - 500 students Tuition: $0.00
Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (AGD - 258)
Course Types
Summary:

Caries stabilization can increase treatment options for babies and young children. Caries stabilization involves using fluoride-releasing glass ionomer for interim therapeutic restorations [ITRs], resin and glass ionomer sealants to protect pit and fissures on primary molars, fluoride varnish, and twice daily use of fluoride toothpaste at home.

YOU MUST BE LOGGED IN TO TAKE THIS ONLINE COURSE.

Course developed: February, 2010.

Learning Objectives:

A the end of this course, participants will be able to explain:

  • Indications for interim therapeutic restorations [ITRs], and glass ionomer sealants
  • Appropriate technique for placing ITRs and GI sealants
  • Variables that influence the success of ITRs and GI sealants
  • Behavioral management tips when working with young children
  • Oral health messages for parents and caregivers of young children
  • Strategies for follow-up and coding

  • Prerequisites:

    None



       Hardware/Software Requirements:

    WindowsMacintosh
    Intel Pentium II 450MHz or faster processor [or equivalent]PowerPC G3 500MHz or faster processor
    128MB of RAM128MB of RAM

    Operating systems and browsers
    Flash Player 8 is supported on the following operating systems and browsers:

    Windows
    PlatformBrowser
    Microsoft Windows 98Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows MeMicrosoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows 2000Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows XPMicrosoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows Server 2003Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later

    Macintosh
    PlatformBrowser
    Mac OS X v.10.1.x, 10.2.x, 10.3.x, or 10.4.xInternet Explorer 5.2, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL for Mac OS X, Opera 6, Safari 1.x or later



    Audio:

    This course may contain an audio portion or soundtrack. Please turn on your speakers or use headphones.

    Travel:

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    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Dentist Courses

    DD0017: Literature Review Study Group December 2011
    Date(s): 12/14/2011 - 12/14/2011
    Facility: Web Ex Location: Online,
    Instructor(s): Kathy Phipps, Lori Snidow Director: Kelley Miller
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 30 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 0.50 (AGD - 735); 0.50 (AGD - 750)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This web based study group will meet for one hour, six times per year. At each meeting, two articles will be reviewed and the person presenting the article will be responsible for a brief review and beginning the discussion. Each specialty will have an opportunity to be represented. The study group will provide an opportunity to present evidence based research articles that support concepts of dental practice in IHS that may differ from what dentists new [or old] to IHS may have learned or experienced.

    The session on December 14 will include clinical data analysis, personnel training, and problem solving. Dr. Kathy Phipps will discuss the Impact of Enamel Hypoplasia on Your Clinical Practice; including epidemiology and strategies for treatment. Dr. Lori Snidow, AGPR Resident, collaborating with Dr. Mike Winkler, Oral Surgeon, will discuss Bisphosphonates: An Update on the Latest Research and Guidelines, covering new issues with the once-annually administered Reclast, guidelines for risk assessment, and briefly outlining current thoughts and directions in the literature.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of these sessions, the participant will be able to:
    1. Apply treatment protocol for primary and permanent teeth with enamel defects.
    2. Understand the effect of Bisphosphinates on dental treatment options and reduce the risk of post-op complications.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Dentist Courses

    DD0018: Management of Oro-Facial Infections
    Date(s): 8/11/2011 - 8/11/2011
    Facility: Chinle Health Care Facility Location: Chinle, AZ
    Instructor(s): Gregory Thompson Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 4 - 10 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 730)
    Summary:

    This one hour course was approved by CSC File 5517.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this session, the participant will be able to:
    1. Recognize the signs and symptoms of the various types of odontogenic and oro-facial infections.
    2. Appropriately triage, refer, and palliatively treat with antibiotics and analgesics the patient presenting with an odontogenic and/or oro-facial infection.
    3. Describe bacterial flora commonly found in oro-facial infections and appropriate antimicrobial therapy.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    Dentist Courses

    DD0019: Exodontia - Prevention and Management of Complications
    Date(s): 3/14/2012 - 3/14/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Daniel Trebus Director: Daniel Trebus
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 4 - 25 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 311)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of a series sponsored by NOHC and conducted by Video Teleconference. The course is offered to dental chiefs only.

    The purpose of this lecture is to be able to select cases that are within the practitioner’s experience level, and to apply surgical principles in order to prevent complications. Techniques and procedures will be discussed to manage witnessed complications.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Identify potential complications associated with exodontia.
    2. Use specific techniques to ideally prevent complications.
    3. Treat or appropriately make referrals complications from extractions.

    Prerequisites:

    For dentists only.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Dentist Courses

    DD0022: Literature Review Study Group March 2012
    Date(s): 3/13/2012 - 3/13/2012
    Facility: Web Ex Location: Online,
    Instructor(s): John Zimmer, PATRICK BLAHUT Director: Kelley Miller
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 30 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 0.50 (AGD - 555); 0.50 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This web based study group will meet for one hour, six times per year. At each meeting, two articles will be reviewed and the person presenting the article will be responsible for a brief review and beginning the discussion. Each specialty will have an opportunity to be represented. The study group will provide an opportunity to present evidence based research articles that support concepts of dental practice in IHS that may differ from what dentists new [or old] to IHS may have learned or experienced.

    The session on March 13 will include a review of torte claims within the IHS Dental Program and discuss the lessons learned [Dr. Blahut]. Dr. Zimmer will review the Hall Technique and implications for treatment of ECC.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of these sessions, the participant will be able to:
    1. Identify clinical and administrative risks associated with direct patient care and take appropriate actions to minimize the risks.
    2. List the benefits and the associated responsibilities of the Hall Technique.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    Dentist Courses

    DD0023: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
    Date(s): 1/22/2010 - 1/22/2010
    Facility: Chickasaw Nation Medical Center Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Advanced
    Quota: 2 - 5 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 6.50 (Total CDE); 6.50 (AGD - 142)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    See CSC File 5371 for more details. Course instructor is Gary Hillman.
    See hard file for Faculty credentials and other dates for the same course.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. Recognize major ACLS emergency conditions.
    2. Manage airway, utilizing principles of intubation and on-invasive airway techniques and devides.
    3. Debibrillate using conventional defibrillators and external automated defibrillators.
    4. Manage major ACLS emergency conditions, utilizing cardiac drugs and specific algorithms.

    Prerequisites:

    Basic Cardiac Life Support.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Dentist Courses

    DD0025: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
    Date(s): 1/27/2012 - 1/27/2012
    Facility: Chickasaw Nation Medical Center Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Advanced
    Quota: 2 - 5 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 7.00 (Total CDE); 7.00 (AGD - 142)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    See CSC File 5658 for more details. Course instructors were Dale Babb, Louise Zedd, and Kent Denson.
    See hard file for Faculty credentials and other dates for the same course.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. Recognize major ACLS emergency conditions.
    2. Manage airway, utilizing principles of intubation and on-invasive airway techniques and devides.
    3. Debibrillate using conventional defibrillators and external automated defibrillators.
    4. Manage major ACLS emergency conditions, utilizing cardiac drugs and specific algorithms.

    Prerequisites:

    Basic Cardiac Life Support.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Dentist Courses

    DD0026: Literature Review Study Group September 2012
    Date(s): 9/11/2012 - 9/11/2012
    Facility: TBD Location: Online,
    Instructor(s): MARY HOLLISTER Director: Kelley Miller
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 30 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This web based study group will meet for one hour, six times per year. At each meeting, two articles will be reviewed and the person presenting the article will be responsible for a brief review and beginning the discussion. Each specialty will have an opportunity to be represented. The study group will provide an opportunity to present evidence based research articles that support concepts of dental practice in IHS that may differ from what dentists new [or old] to IHS may have learned or experienced.

    The session on September 11 will give dental professionals basic skills in critical literature review. The course will include a description of primary and secondary publications, internal and external validity considerations, and how to interpret common statistical tests.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of these sessions, the participant will be able to:
    1. Name a strength and weakness of review articles and original research reports.
    2. Explain the importance of internal and external validity.
    3. Interpret a p value.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    Dentist Courses

    DD0029: Literature Review Study Group December 2012
    Date(s): 12/11/2012 - 12/11/2012
    Facility: Web Ex Location: Online,
    Instructor(s): Diane Cooper, JOHN KING Director: Kelley Miller
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 30 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This web based study group will meet for one hour, six times per year. At each meeting, two articles will be reviewed and the person presenting the article will be responsible for a brief review and beginning the discussion. Each specialty will have an opportunity to be represented. The study group will provide an opportunity to present evidence based research articles that support concepts of dental practice in IHS that may differ from what dentists new [or old] to IHS may have learned or experienced.

    The session on December 11 will include presentations from Diane Cooper and John King.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of these sessions, the participant will be able to:
    1. Use the online NIH library resources.
    2. Locate and obtain evidence based information.
    3. Perform literature searches.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Dentist Courses

    DD0030: Developing Your Network to Improve Your Program
    Date(s): 2/14/2013 - 2/14/2013
    Facility: WebEx/Adobe Connect Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): Steve Tetrev, Richard Champany Director: STEVEN TETREV
    Audience: Dentists Level: Advanced
    Quota: 5 - 15 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.50 (Total CDE); 1.50 (AGD - 550)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is offered to dentists who have completed the Concepts courses. The session covers the importance of building and maintaining an effective and vibrant network of contacts. The session instructs participants about utilizing those contacts to garner support for your program. The content is based on numerous research sources and publications including the “The Perfect Swarm: Science of Complexity” by Len Fisher, and “The Social Animal” by David Brooks. Exercises during the session will be included.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to:
    1. Recognize the importance of a rich and workplace network, and the potential benefits it can have for a dental program.
    2. Explain the activities and patience managers must have to develop and maintain a productive network.
    3. Identify individuals who work in clinics, hospitals or Area Office settings that would be beneficial to add to a network.

    Prerequisites:

    Completion of Concepts I, 2, and 3 are required.

    Travel:

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    Dentist Courses

    DD0032: Literature Review Study Group March 2013
    Date(s): 3/12/2013 - 3/12/2013
    Facility: Web Ex Location: Online,
    Instructor(s): John Zimmer Director: Kelley Miller
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 30 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 250)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This web based study group will meet for one hour, six times per year. At each meeting, two articles will be reviewed and the person presenting the article will be responsible for a brief review and beginning the discussion. Each specialty will have an opportunity to be represented. The study group will provide an opportunity to present evidence based research articles that support concepts of dental practice in IHS that may differ from what dentists new [or old] to IHS may have learned or experienced.

    The session on March 12 will include a presentation from John Zimmer.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of these sessions, the participant will be able to:
    1. Identify clinical risks associated with incomplete caries excavation.
    2. List benefits and the associated risks of incomplete lesion excavation.
    3. Understand the importance of an accurate diagnosis to avoid over treatment or insufficient treatment.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Dentist Courses

    DD0033: Challenges in an Indian Health Service [IHS] Dental Practice
    Date(s): 4/1/2013 - 4/5/2013
    Facility: Little America Location: Flagstaff, AZ
    Instructor(s): David Oldroyd, Matthew Brunson, TODD SMITH, Kenneth Moran, JOSEPH HOSEK, TIMOTHY LOZON, Jennifer Borden, Chester Smyth, Kathleen OConnor-Moran Director: Christina Zeigler
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 6 - 10 students Tuition: $1,632.00
    Hours: 40.00 (Total CDE); 8.00 (AGD - 070); 4.00 (AGD - 149); 8.00 (AGD - 430); 4.00 (AGD - 490); 8.00 (AGD - 310); 8.00 (AGD - 250)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    People are by virtue of their assignment location, thrust into professional roles for which they have not been adequately prepared by previous schooling or experience. “Challenges” is designed for all new Indian Health Service [IHS], tribal, and urban dentists within their first three to six months of service. The course provides a basis for understanding and working in the IHS dental programs as well as to establish a baseline of skill and knowledge to be able to provide dental services efficiently and effectively.

    Learning Objectives:

    Headquarters Session for Challenges [1 hour]
    The overall goal of the Headquarters session is to explain the mission of the Indian Health Service and the Division of Oral Health, and to provide an organizational framework of how the federal government interacts with Tribal organizations. The teaching resources include PowerPoint presentations and group discussions.
    Learning Objectives:
    By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
    •   State the mission of the Indian Health Service
    •   Describe the functions of the Division of Oral Health
    •   Identify how to access clinical issues and career development resources

    Dental Public Health Session [3 hours]
    Dental Public Health is the science and art of preventing and controlling dental diseases, and promoting dental health through organized community efforts. Previous educational or practice experiences may have emphasized how to be successful in the private sector. This session will focus on how to be successful in a dental public health program. This session is designed to give an overview of key dental public health data and concepts; distinctions between public health and private practice models; basic epidemiology principles; critical reading of research; and social and behavioral dimensions of dental disease. The learning format includes interactive PowerPoint presentations, case studies, and small group discussions.
    Learning Objectives
    At the end of the dental public health session, participants will be able to:
    •   Describe the differences between a dental public health practice model and a private practice model;
    •   List available resources that describe oral health status in the United States;
    •   Discuss the effects of social and behavioral effects on one dental disease, and develop a scenario where these effects could be seen in an IHS setting;
    •   Categorize common dental procedures in one of the dental levels of care;
    •   Explain the basis of both preventive and periodontal recall management in an IHS dental public health practice.
    •   Distinguish the three current IHS dental GPRA indicators and discuss the rationale behind these indicators.
    •   Explain the goal for the IHS ECC Initiative, and how to access resources to achieve these goals.

    Pediatric Dentistry Session for Challenges [8 hours]
    The overall goal of the pediatric dentistry session is to help the course participant better understand the treatment needs often presented in young children. This session is designed to give an overview of infant oral health and disease; preventive, diagnostic, and restorative strategies; and how to deal with common traumatic injuries. The learning format includes interactive PowerPoint presentations, case studies, and small group discussion.
    Learning Objectives:
    By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
    •   Provide anticipatory guidance to parents/guardians as to what is normal development and when bottle, breast, cup, pacifier use is appropriate.
    •   Explain how and why early caries relates to latter caries experience.
    •   Recognize varying degrees of carious involvement, space maintenance needs, behavioral considerations, and when consults [related to co-morbidities] are necessary.
    •   Determine when radiographs are required and what types of radiographs are appropriate for a given age.
    •   Discuss a variety of pulp treatments in primary teeth, medicaments utilized, and rates of success.
    •   Describe common trauma injuries in children, what to evaluate, and when consults are needed.
    •   Distinguish between various types of restorative materials for primary teeth considering their relative longevity and their public health implication.
    •   Recognize developing occlusion, early malocclusions, possible treatment options, and appropriate referrals.
    •   Select behavior modification technique for achieving treatment appropriate with the child’s chronological age and maturity.
    •   Discuss types and dosages of analgesics and local anesthesia appropriate for children.
    •   Explain the logic for when and why general anesthesia may be an appropriate treatment option.
    •   Describe what constitutes special needs patients and how their treatment is approached.
    •   Identify the most common chronic diseases [anemia, asthma] encountered with children in our population and their impact on patient treatment.
    •   Recognize the most common oral pathologies seen in our population and identify what should be treated and what should be referred.
    •   Describe common ages for abuse and neglect, the most common presenting features, and dental provider’s legal responsibility.


    Periodontics Session for Challenges [4 hours]
    The overall goal of the periodontics session is to advance participants knowledge and skills in nonsurgical and surgical periodontics, and to introduce them to public health in periodontics. The format will be lecture, discussion, and case studies.
    Learning Objectives:
    At the end of the periodontal session, the participants will be able to:
    •   Record CPI/PSR scores accurately.
    •   Diagnose periodontal diseases.
    •   Plan periodontal treatment taking into account the delivery of care, including the provider [DA, RDH, or DDS/DMD].
    •   Recommend appropriate antimicrobial agents for brushing, rinsing, local and systemic delivery in the treatment of periodontitis.
    •   Recognize indications and contraindications to periodontal surgery.
    •   Describe inflammation and the relationship between oral and systemic diseases.
    •   List five conditions that put individuals at risk for periodontitis.
    •   List three new technologies in periodontics that can/could be recommended for use in an I/T/U dental program.


    Endodontic Session for Challenges [8 hours]
    The overall goal of the endodontic session is to provide a review of endodontic principles and techniques applied to clinical situations common to Indian Health Service dental practice: diagnosis and treatment of common dental pulp diseases with the emphasis on pulp testing; radiography, anatomy; vital pulp therapy; endodontic access; cleaning and shaping; and placement of medicaments in the pulp space and coronal restoration. Teaching resources include PowerPoint presentations developed by IHS Endodontists based on their experience and the published scientific literature. Laboratory exercise operating on extracted human teeth.
    Learning Objectives:
    By the end of the endodontic session, participants will be able to:
    •   Apply the protocol for taking at least two pre-op radiographs made at different angles.
    •   Explain the SLOB rule.
    •   Identify clues to multiple canals.
    •   Perform pulp and periradicular testing
    •   Explain the rationale for making a pulpal and periradicular diagnosis.
    •   Record diagnoses that are consistent with exam findings.
    •   Describe the American Association of Endodontics [AAE] diagnoses.
    •   Locate sources for endodontic information on basic canal anatomy.
    •   Describe the importance of Straight Line Access and how to achieve it.
    •   List techniques to avoid perforations, ledging and blocking.
    •   Explain the importance of magnification and illumination.
    •   Discuss the rationale for working length distinguishing between preparation of the canal and obturation.
    •   Describe the relationship of diagnosis and urgent treatment needed.
    •   Demonstrate hand filing techniques to handle ledges and blocked canals.
    •   Use Balanced Forces Filing technique and placement of CaOH.
    •   Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of temporary filling materials.
    •   Demonstrate the use of gutta percha cones of greater taper.
    •   Evaluate which teeth are restorable.
    •   Discuss rationale for using post retention.
    •   Explain the concept of restore at the time of obturation.
    •   Trauma diagnosis and treatment


    Oral Surgery Session of Challenges [8 hours]
    The overall goal of the oral surgery session is to advance participants’ skills and abilities about surgical procedures by adhering to a set of principles to provide the best possible treatment for patients. The format of this session is lecture, discussions, case studies, simulated practice, and hands-on suturing lab.

    Lectures will be presented about how to interview a patient; review medical history; obtain appropriate labs, radiographs; perform a workup to identify and avoid possible complications during and after surgery. Discussions will emphasize talking with the patients about consent forms; explanation of procedures and risks associated with the procedure; possible alternative treatments; answering patient’s questions; documenting process and findings in a patient’s chart. Cases will demonstrate the principles of simple and moderately difficult surgical extractions. The simple dental extraction cases will focus on establishing and maintaining surgical aseptic technique; proper instrumentation and set up, and use of local anesthetics; complications associated with dental extractions [including but not limited to anatomical considerations]; unexpected inter-operative complications with techniques to deal with these complications; and medical considerations that may compromise a successful surgical outcome. The moderately difficult surgical extraction cases will accentuate establishing and maintaining surgical aseptic technique; instrumentation, expected wound healing; appropriate follow-up and referrals. Cases will demonstrate the evaluation of an ectopically positioned tooth with its anatomic considerations to determine the degree of surgical difficulty and surgical approach [i.e. flap design, degree of bone reduction, sectioning technique, delivery, choice of suturing material and techniques]; possible complications and treatment of those complications including but not limited to bleeding, nerve damage, and infections; management of pain with a brief discussion of antibiotics and analgesics.
    Learning Objectives:
    At the end of the oral surgery session, participants will be able to:
    •      Describe the principles of patient evaluation and workup for oral surgical procedures.
    •      Establish and maintain surgical aseptic technique.
    •      Explain the principles of simple dental extractions.
    •      Summarize the principles of moderately difficult surgical extractions with consideration of associated hard and soft tissue anatomy and possible complications. Based upon the providers abilities make appropriate referral.
    •      Explain the various suture materials and use.
    •      Demonstrate various suturing techniques in a laboratory setting and explain when these techniques should be used
    •      Document informed consent, treatment plan, and treatment in patient’s chart.

    General Dentistry Session for Challenges [5 hours]
    Session Summary:
    The goal of the general dentistry session is to introduce the course participant to the provision of general clinical services in an Indian Health Service dental program. This session is designed to give an overview of diagnostic and treatment planning; preventive and restorative therapies; utilization of expanded-function auxiliaries; advantages and disadvantages of working with different dental materials; and strategies for working with medically compromised patients. The learning format includes interactive PowerPoint presentations, case studies, and small group discussions
    Learning Objectives:
    At the end of the general dentistry session participants should be able to:
    •   Assign risk for decay, discuss appropriate therapies and recall intervals for individual patients.
    •   Describe factors affecting caries risk.
    •   Describe restorative dentistry strategies and dental auxiliary utilization in a public health clinic and how they differ from a typical private practice setting.
    •   Discuss the pros and cons of commonly used dental materials and bonding systems.
    •   Summarize the caution needed in the treatment of medically compromised patients.

    Prerequisites:

    Must have a current dental license.

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    Dentist Courses

    DD0034: Literature Review Study Group June 2013
    Date(s): 6/11/2013 - 6/11/2013
    Facility: Web Ex Location: Online,
    Instructor(s): John Zimmer, PATRICK BLAHUT Director: Kelley Miller
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 30 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 016)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This web based study group will meet for one hour, six times per year. At each meeting, two articles will be reviewed and the person presenting the article will be responsible for a brief review and beginning the discussion. Each specialty will have an opportunity to be represented. The study group will provide an opportunity to present evidence based research articles that support concepts of dental practice in IHS that may differ from what dentists new [or old] to IHS may have learned or experienced.

    The session on June 11 will include presentations by Patrick Blahut and John Zimmer. The topic is chemotherapeutics and the benefits in caries prevention.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of these sessions, the participant will be able to:
    1. Summarize key research findings about the use of xylitol as a caries preventive agent.
    2. Suggest a strategy for the use of xylitol for the prevention of caries that is in accord with available research.
    3. List indications and expectations of using Chlorhexdine and iodine as an anti-caries intervention.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    Dentist Courses

    DD0037: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
    Date(s): 4/12/2012 - 4/13/2012
    Facility: Northern Navajo Medical Center Location: Shiprock, NM
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Advanced
    Quota: 2 - 5 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 9.25 (Total CDE); 9.25 (AGD - 142)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    See CSC File 5596 for more details. Course instructors were Rick Evens, David Hodgins, Doug Accountius, Steve Bowers, Don Vasser.
    See hard file for Faculty credentials and other dates for the same course.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. Recognize major ACLS emergency conditions.
    2. Manage airway, utilizing principles of intubation and on-invasive airway techniques and devides.
    3. Debibrillate using conventional defibrillators and external automated defibrillators.
    4. Manage major ACLS emergency conditions, utilizing cardiac drugs and specific algorithms.

    Prerequisites:

    Basic Cardiac Life Support.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    Dentist Courses

    DD0038: Literature Review Study Group September 2013
    Date(s): 9/10/2013 - 9/10/2013
    Facility: Web Ex Location: Online,
    Instructor(s): Alice Horowitz Director: Kelley Miller
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 30 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This web based study group will meet for one hour, six times per year. At each meeting, two articles will be reviewed and the person presenting the article will be responsible for a brief review and beginning the discussion. Each specialty will have an opportunity to be represented. The study group will provide an opportunity to present evidence based research articles that support concepts of dental practice in IHS that may differ from what dentists new [or old] to IHS may have learned or experienced.

    The session on September 10 will include a presentation by Alice Horowitz on the topic of Oral Health Literacy. It will be a shortened Health Literacy 101 with emphasis on what is being done in Maryland following the death of Deamonte Driver.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of these sessions, the participant will be able to:
    1. State the emergence of Oral Health Literacy in the U.S.
    2. Recognize population groups most likely to have lower levels of health literacy.
    3. Identify at least three recommended communication techniques to use with patients.
    4. Explain the purpose of a health literacy environmental scan.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    Dentist Courses

    DD0039: Instructional Development
    Date(s): By Request
    Facility: TBD Location:
    Instructor(s): Thomas Taylor Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 10.00 (Total CDE); 10.00 (AGD - 070)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Creation of five new online courses to be offered to IHS dentists. Each course will be worth one hour of CE. Desiged for online presentation by the IHS National Endodontic Consultant. Topics covered:

    Regenerative Endodontics
    MTA Pulp Caps
    Perforation Repairs
    Endodontic Surgery
    Radiographic Techniques for Endodontics

    Learning Objectives:

    Learning objectives for each course will be provided when the courses are loaded to the website.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    Dentist Courses

    DD0040: Carbohydrate Counting: Basic to Advanced
    Date(s): 2/12/2013 - 2/12/2013
    Facility: Webinar Location:
    Instructor(s): Director: Wendy Sandoval
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 150)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    All documentation in CSC File 5744.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

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    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Hygienist Courses

    DH0001: Evidence-based Clinical and Community Dental Hygiene Practices
    Date(s): 6/5/2012 - 6/7/2012
    Facility: Oklahoma City Area Office Location: Oklahoma City, OK
    Instructor(s): Barbara DeBois, Danny Walters, Kelly Pease, Melissa Reese, Jennifer Curtis, Jane Grey, Kathy Miller, MARY HOLLISTER, LORI GOODMAN, Julie Black, Timothy Ricks, Sally Carter Director: Melissa Reese
    Audience: Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 25 - 75 students Tuition: $400.00
    Hours: 23.25 (Total CDE); 2.00 (AGD - 258); 2.00 (AGD - 132); 3.75 (AGD - 142); 2.00 (AGD - 148); 8.00 (AGD - 149); 1.75 (AGD - 158); 0.75 (AGD - 490); 1.00 (AGD - 555); 2.00 (AGD - 731)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course will provide the knowledge and skills needed to provide evidence-based dental hygiene treatment in both clinical and community settings. The course will highlight the standards of care recommended by the Indian Health Service to prevent and treat the early stages of periodontal disease and caries.

    TUESDAY, June 5, 2012   
    8:00 am – 10:00 am   The IHS ECC Collaborative – Two Years Later - Ricks
    10:00 am – 10:15 am   Session Break
    10:15 am - 12:00 pm   Tobacco Cessation for Dental Providers - Carter
    12:00 pm – 1:00 pm   Lunch Break – On Your Own
    1:00 pm – 3:00 pm   Medical Emergencies - DeBois
    3:00 pm – 3:15 pm   Session Break
    3:15 pm – 5:00 pm   Medical Emergencies Hands-on Rotating Stations

    WEDNESDAY, June 6, 2012
    8:00 am – 10:00 am   Guidelines for Infection Control - Walters
    10:00 am – 10:15 am   Session Break
    10:15 am - 12:00 pm   Ergonomics in Dentistry – Walters
    12:00 pm – 1:00 pm   Round Table Lunch & Learn – Hollister
    1:00 pm – 3:00 pm   Digital Radiography Update - Pease
    3:00 pm – 3:15 pm   Session Break
    3:15 pm – 4:15 pm   Dental Ethics - Reese
    4:15 pm – 5:00 pm   Compliance Update - Curtis
    Short Meeting to Elect New Officers for the IHS Dental Hygiene Executive Coalition

    THURSDAY, June 7, 2012
    8:00 am – 10:00 am   New Instruments and Techniques - Grey
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm   Nitrous Refresher Course - Miller
    12:00 pm – 1:30 pm   Lunch & Travel Back to OCAO
    1:30 pm – 3:00 pm   How to Conduct A Community Workshop - Hollister
    3:00 pm – 3:15 pm   Session Break
    3:15 pm – 4:15 pm   Reaching Beyond the Dental Clinic - Goodman
    4:15 pm – 5:00 pm   Basic Periodontal Expanded Functions Course - Black

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course participants will be able to:
    1. Explain the six Standards for Clinical Dental Hygiene Practice and give examples of each standard related to an IHS practice setting.
    2. Describe culturally competent clinical dental hygiene treatment.
    3. Develop clinical or community strategies designed to achieve at least one of the ECC Initiative objectives.

    Prerequisites:

    Open to hygienists only.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:

    Please Make Checks Payable to: USET, Inc.
    c/o Tammy Fowler
    711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
    Nashville, TN 37214

    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Hygienist Courses

    DH0002: Dental Hygiene Challenges
    Date(s): 4/16/2012 - 4/18/2012
    Facility: Best Western Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center Location: Rapid City, SD
    Instructor(s): Timothy Ricks, RICHARD TROYER, JAN COLTON, MARY MURPHY, MARY HOLLISTER, Matthew Brunson Director: LORI GOODMAN
    Audience: Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 25 students Tuition: $250.00
    Hours: 24.00 (Total CDE)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Challenges is offered to those hygienists who are new to the IHS Dental Program. The course will focus on an overview of the IHS system, personnel issues, cultural issues, career development and principles of public health and health education as they apply to both clinical and community based prevention and treatment programs.

    Learning Objectives:

    Headquarters Session for Challenges [1 hour]
    The overall goal of the Headquarters session is to explain the mission of the Indian Health Service and the Division of Oral Health, and to provide an organizational framework of how the federal government interacts with Tribal organizations. The teaching resources include PowerPoint presentations and group discussions.
    Learning Objectives:
    By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
    • State the mission of the Indian Health Service
    • Describe the functions of the Division of Oral Health
    • Identify how to access clinical issues and career development resources

    Dental Public Health Session [3 hours]
    Dental Public Health is the science and art of preventing and controlling dental diseases, and promoting dental health through organized community efforts. Previous educational or practice experiences may have emphasized how to be successful in the private sector. This session will focus on how to be successful in a dental public health program. This session is designed to give an overview of key dental public health data and concepts; distinctions between public health and private practice models; basic epidemiology principles; critical reading of research; and social and behavioral dimensions of dental disease. The learning format includes interactive PowerPoint presentations, case studies, and small group discussions.
    Learning Objectives
    At the end of the dental public health session, participants will be able to:
    • Describe the differences between a dental public health practice model and a private practice model;
    • List available resources that describe oral health status in the United States;
    • Discuss the effects of social and behavioral effects on one dental disease, and develop a scenario where these effects could be seen in an IHS setting;
    • Categorize common dental procedures in one of the dental levels of care;
    • Explain the basis of both preventive and periodontal recall management in an IHS dental public health practice.
    • Distinguish the three current IHS dental GPRA indicators and discuss the rationale behind these indicators.
    • Explain the goal for the IHS ECC Initiative, and how to access resources to achieve these goals.

    Pediatric Dentistry Session for Challenges [4 hours]
    The overall goal of the pediatric dentistry session is to help the course participant better understand the treatment needs often presented in young children. This session is designed to give an overview of infant oral health and disease; preventive, diagnostic, and restorative strategies; and how to deal with common traumatic injuries. The learning format includes interactive PowerPoint presentations, case studies, and small group discussion.
    Learning Objectives:
    By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
    • Provide anticipatory guidance to parents/guardians as to what is normal development and when bottle, breast, cup, pacifier use is appropriate.
    • Explain how and why early caries relates to latter caries experience..
    • Determine when radiographs are required and what types of radiographs are appropriate for a given age.
    • Describe common trauma injuries in children, what to evaluate, and when consults are needed.
    • Distinguish between various types of restorative materials for primary teeth considering their relative longevity and their public health implication.
    • Select behavior modification technique for achieving treatment appropriate with the child’s chronological age and maturity.
    • Describe what constitutes special needs patients and how their treatment is approached.
    • Identify the most common chronic diseases [anemia, asthma] encountered with children in our population and their impact on patient treatment.
    • Describe common ages for abuse and neglect, the most common presenting features, and dental provider’s legal responsibility.

    Periodontics Session for Challenges [8 hours]
    The overall goal of the periodontics session is to advance participants knowledge and skills in nonsurgical and surgical periodontics, and to introduce them to public health in periodontics. The format will be lecture, discussion, and case studies.
    Learning Objectives:
    At the end of the periodontal session, the participants will be able to:
    • Record CPI/PSR scores accurately.
    • Screen for periodontal diseases.
    • Plan periodontal treatment taking into account the delivery of care, including the provider [DA, RDH, or DDS/DMD].
    • Recommend appropriate antimicrobial agents for brushing, rinsing, local and systemic delivery in the treatment of periodontitis.
    • Recognize indications and contraindications to periodontal surgery.
    • Describe inflammation and the relationship between oral and systemic diseases.
    • List five conditions that put individuals at risk for periodontitis.
    • List three new technologies in periodontics that can/could be recommended for use in an I/T/U dental program.
    Wednesday Session:
    Clinical Issues Session for Challenges [2 hours]
    The overall goal of this session is to facilitate a better understand for course participants in dental hygiene-related clinical issues commonly found in Indian Health Service dental clinics. An overview of the dental Government Performance and Results Act [GPRA] indicators is provided, as well as methods in the management of periodontal patients.
    Learning Objectives:
    By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
    •   Explain how the patient scheduling process works.
    •   Identify the patient focus of their clinic.
    •   Distinguish the three current IHS dental GPRA indicators, and discuss the rationale behind each.
    •   Describe sealant-related issues, such as determining retention, sealing over caries and coding.
    •   Describe fluoride coding in relation to GPRA.
    •   Explain the methods and methodology of managing periodontal patients in IHS.
    •   Understand coding concepts.
    •   Determine documentation, training and types of anesthetics used in IHS.

    Community Issues Section for Challenges [2 hours]
    The overall goal of this session is to help course participants understand unique community issues in IHS. This session is designed to give an overview of community outreach projects and collaborations. It will provide direction in assessing community needs and individualizing activities to better meet those needs.
    Learning Objectives:
    By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
    • Select a needs assessment tools appropriate for their community.
    • Discuss the Early Childhood Caries and Basic Screening Survey initiatives, and their importance within IHS.
    • Describe caries stabilization, and the rationale behind it.
    • Identify grant writing methods and opportunities.
    • Explain various community prevention programs, and develop a scenario in which these could work in their community setting.
    • Describe methods of training medical and non-medical staff on oral health-related issues.
    • Determine resources available to assist in planning community programs and projects.

    Quality Improvement/Program Evaluation Section for Challenges [2 hours]
    The overall goal of this session is to explain quality improvement rationale and program evaluation techniques to course participants. The session is designed to address RPMS reporting, grant writing and the evaluation of community and clinical programs.
    Learning Objectives:
    By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
    • Identify components of the RPMS reporting program, and determine which reports are relevant to quality improvement and program evaluation.
    • Describe basic grant writing concepts and guidelines, and list dental hygiene-related programs augmented by grant awards.
    • Explain evaluation methods of community and clinical programs, and determine which are situation-appropriate.
    Resources Section for Challenges [2 hours]
    The overall goal of this section is to provide valuable resources for course participants in an effort to positively impact their career as an IHS dental hygienist. This section discusses program planning guides and methodologies, includes List-serv information, provides networking and continuing education resources, and contact information for IHS specialist and Dental Support Centers.
    Learning Objectives:
    By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
    • Describe and locate available resources for IHS Dental Hygienists.
    • Identify networking systems and List-serv options for future collaboration and problem-solving efforts.
    • Distinguish between the major employment groups across IHS [Commissioned Corps, Civil Service, Contract, Tribal].
    • Identify Dental Support Center and IHS specialist contacts for future reference.



    Prerequisites:

    Must have a current dental hygiene license.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:

    Please Make Checks Payable to: USET, Inc.
    c/o Tammy Fowler
    711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
    Nashville, TN 37214

    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Hygienist Courses

    DH0003: Challenges for Dental Hygienists in IHS: Virtual Course Part 1
    Date(s): 10/2/2013 - 10/2/2013
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): LORI GOODMAN Director: MARY HOLLISTER
    Audience: Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 10 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this four session course is to give IHS Dental Hygienists the background and resources needed to provide clinical and community dental hygiene services in an IHS setting.

    Part 1: Clinical Dental Hygiene Services I
    This session covers procedures for standard clinical dental hygiene services that may be offered at any IHS dental clinics. There will be an emphasis on GPRA measures, quality, and public health principles.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Describe the process of designing and evaluating a community based dental program.
    2. Use IHS reports to monitor clinical dental hygiene services.
    3. Describe risk based recall.

    Part 1.
    1. Distinguish the three current IHS dental GPRA indicators, and discuss the rationale behind each
    2. Describe sealant-related issues, such as determining retention, sealing over caries and coding
    3. Conduct a sealant retention study based on chart reviews

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Hygienist Courses

    DH0004: Challenges for Dental Hygienists in IHS: Virtual Course Part 2
    Date(s): 10/9/2013 - 10/9/2013
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): LORI GOODMAN Director: MARY HOLLISTER
    Audience: Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 10 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this four session course is to give IHS Dental Hygienists the background and resources needed to provide clinical and community dental hygiene services in an IHS setting.

    Part 2: Clinical Dental Hygiene Services II: October 9, 2013-Lori Goodman
    This session covers procedures for advanced clinical dental hygiene services that may be offered at any IHS dental clinics. There will be an emphasis on managing periodontal programs, local anesthesia, and risk based recall. There will be an emphasis on applying dental public health principles.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Describe the process of designing and evaluating a community based dental program.
    2. Use IHS reports to monitor clinical dental hygiene services.
    3. Describe risk based recall.
    Part 2.
    1. Describe caries stabilization, and the rationale behind it.
    2 Define risk based recall.
    3. Explain how the patient scheduling process works.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Hygienist Courses

    DH0005: Challenges for Dental Hygienists in IHS: Virtual Course Part 3
    Date(s): 10/16/2013 - 10/16/2013
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): MARY HOLLISTER Director: MARY HOLLISTER
    Audience: Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 10 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this four session course is to give IHS Dental Hygienists the background and resources needed to provide clinical and community dental hygiene services in an IHS setting.

    Part 3: This session covers procedures for standard community dental hygiene services that may be offered at any IHS dental clinics. There will be an emphasis on community partners and clinical services provided in community settings.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Describe the process of designing and evaluating a community based dental program.
    2. Use IHS reports to monitor clinical dental hygiene services.
    3. Describe risk based recall.

    Part 3.
    1.   Name the dental Head Start Performance Standards.
    2.   Describe infection control standards for portable settings.
    3.   Locate IHS online training resources for non-dental personnel.


    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Hygienist Courses

    DH0006: Challenges for Dental Hygienists in IHS: Virtual Course Part 4
    Date(s): 10/23/2013 - 10/23/2013
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): MARY HOLLISTER Director: MARY HOLLISTER
    Audience: Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 10 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this four session course is to give IHS Dental Hygienists the background and resources needed to provide clinical and community dental hygiene services in an IHS setting.

    Part 4. This session covers procedures for advance community dental hygiene services that may be offered at in Native American communities. There will be an emphasis on program design and evaluation.



    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Describe the process of designing and evaluating a community based dental program.
    2. Use IHS reports to monitor clinical dental hygiene services.
    3. Describe risk based recall.

    Part 4.
    1.   Write a SMART objective
    2.   Explain the difference between process and outcome evaluation.
    3.   Explain how to identify evidence-based activities.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Assistant Courses

    DA0002: Restorative Functions- Basic
    Date(s): By Request
    Facility: In Your Clinic Location:
    Instructor(s): Terry Haney Director: Terry Haney
    Audience: Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 6 - 8 students Tuition: Negotiated
    Hours: 36.00 (Total CDE); 36.00 (DANB Clinical)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is offered by request "in your clinic." It is suggested that the Chief of the dental clinic contact Dr. Haney directly by email at haney@sisna.com. Costs will be negotiated between the instructor and the facility where the course is taught.

    The purpose of this course is to introduce the dental assistant to the placement and finishing of restorative materials used in operative dentistry. Technical background information is presented in cavity classification and dental anatomy. Class I, II, V amalgam restorations, Class III, and V composite restorations are covered in lecture and laboratory exercises. Both written and practical examinations are used to measure participant progress. The basic course has been organized for those dental assistants who have limited or no training and/or experience in the placement of restorative materials. Additionally, it is limited to those clinics where the ratio of dentists to dental assistants allows the practice of expanded restorative functions. If the newly acquired skills are to become fully developed, the assistant must be able to return to his/her clinic and work with their dentist for a recommended period of 6 months. This follow-up is required in order to complete the course and receive a certificate.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
    1. Describe tooth morphology and structure.
    2. Place and finish basic amalgam and composite restorations.
    3. Discriminate between what is an acceptable and unacceptable restoration.

    Prerequisites:

    Completion of the online Restorative Expanded Functions-Basic Prerequisite course.


    Travel:

    Payment Address:

    Costs will be negotiated between the instructor and the facility where the course is taught.



    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Assistant Courses

    DA0003: Restorative Functions-Advanced
    Date(s): By Request
    Facility: In Your Clinic Location:
    Instructor(s): Terry Haney Director: Terry Haney
    Audience: Assistants Level: Advanced
    Quota: 6 - 8 students Tuition: Negotiated
    Hours: 28.00 (Total CDE); 28.00 (DANB Clinical)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is offered by request "in your clinic." It is suggested that the Chief of the dental clinic contact Dr. Haney directly by email at haney@sisna.com. Costs will be negotiated between the instructor and the facility where the course is taught.

    This course is a continuation of the “Basic Expanded Functions” course, which is a prerequisite.
    All five-cavity classifications/preparations will be covered in lecture and laboratory exercises, including amalgam and composite restorations. Lectures will review and update course participants on dental restorative materials including a discussion of bonding agents. Laboratory exercises will be performed on typodonts beginning with conservative preparations and working up to and including cusp-protected amalgam and incisal angle composite resin restorations. Also, participants will be introduced to the basics of occlusion. The course will require that the participant perform 5 cusp-protecting amalgams [CPAs] and 5 class IV composite restorations back in their clinical setting before receiving her/his certificate.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
    1. Have an understanding of the basic concepts of occlusion as they apply to restorative dentistry.
    2. Be able to place and finish complex Class II amalgam restorations and composite restorations involving the incisal angle.
    3. Have an understanding of the current state-of-the-art in dentinal bonding agents.
    4. Have the ability to discriminate between acceptable and unacceptable restorations

    Prerequisites:

    1. Certificate from the Basic Expanded Functions course.
    2. Completion of the online Restorative Expanded Functions-Basic Prerequisite course.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:

    Costs will be negotiated between the instructor and the facility where the course is taught.



    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Assistant Courses

    DA0004: Periodontal Expanded Functions - Basic
    Date(s): 4/16/2012 - 4/20/2012
    Facility: Claremore Indian Hospital Location: Claremore, OK
    Instructor(s): Julie Black Director: Julie Black
    Audience: Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 10 students Tuition: $1,438.00
    Hours: 35.00 (Total CDE); 35.00 (DANB Clinical)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This didactic and clinical course is designed for assistants who will have the opportunity to improve their skills in ultrasonic scaling. We will work on dentiforms and on other course participants with the state-of-the art Piezoelectric scalers or Cavitron ultrasonic scalers. The use of antimicrobials including sulcular irrigation, and new oral hygiene adjuncts will also be covered. The course will have a strong clinical emphasis. In addition, we will review the Indian Health Service [IHS] and American Dental Association [ADA] periodontal procedure codes. Students must complete 20 patient cleaning at their home dental clinic, documented on the Follow-Up Training Progress Record, before the Course Completion Certificate is provided by the DOH.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
    1. Relate Community Periodontal Index of Treatment Needs [CPITN] scores to a need for potential periodontal treatment.
    2. Detect disease, supra and subgingival calculus.
    3. Accurately code for periodontal and hygiene procedures with IHS/ADA coding.
    4. Use sulcular irrigators, and know when to use them.
    5. Recommend effective toothpastes, mouthrinses and oral hygiene aids to patients.
    6. Motivate patients to improve plaque removal and periodontal health.
    7. Identify who is at risk for periodontal breakdown.

    Prerequisites:

    Completion of the online course Periodontal Expanded Functions - Basic Prerequisites

    Travel:

    This course begins at 8:30 a.m. Monday April 16 and ends at 11:00 on Friday, April 20. Travel days are April 15 and April 20.

    Payment Address:

    Please Make Checks Payable to: Indian Health Service
    c/o Julie Black, Claremore Indian Hospital
    101 S. Moore Avenue
    Claremore, OK 74017

    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Assistant Courses

    DA0005: Periodontal Expanded Functions - Basic
    Date(s): 8/13/2012 - 8/17/2012
    Facility: Claremore Indian Hospital Location: Claremore, OK
    Instructor(s): Julie Black Director: Julie Black
    Audience: Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 10 students Tuition: $1,438.00
    Hours: 35.00 (Total CDE); 35.00 (DANB Clinical)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This didactic and clinical course is designed for assistants who will have the opportunity to improve their skills in ultrasonic scaling. We will work on dentiforms and on other course participants with the state-of-the art Piezoelectric scalers or Cavitron ultrasonic scalers. The use of antimicrobials including sulcular irrigation, and new oral hygiene adjuncts will also be covered. The course will have a strong clinical emphasis. In addition, we will review the Indian Health Service [IHS] and American Dental Association [ADA] periodontal procedure codes. Students must complete 20 patient cleaning at their home dental clinic, documented on the Follow-Up Training Progress Record, before the Course Completion Certificate is provided by the DOH.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
    1. Relate Community Periodontal Index of Treatment Needs [CPITN] scores to a need for potential periodontal treatment.
    2. Detect disease, supra and subgingival calculus.
    3. Accurately code for periodontal and hygiene procedures with IHS/ADA coding.
    4. Use sulcular irrigators, and know when to use them.
    5. Recommend effective toothpastes, mouthrinses and oral hygiene aids to patients.
    6. Motivate patients to improve plaque removal and periodontal health.
    7. Identify who is at risk for periodontal breakdown.

    Prerequisites:

    Completion of the online course Periodontal Expanded Functions - Basic Prerequisites

    Travel:

    This course begins at 8:30 a.m. Monday August 13 and ends at 11:00 on Friday, August 17. Travel days are August 12 and August 17.

    Payment Address:

    Please Make Checks Payable to: Indian Health Service
    c/o Julie Black, Claremore Indian Hospital
    101 S. Moore Avenue
    Claremore, OK 74017

    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Assistant Courses

    DA0008: Restorative Expanded Functions- Basic
    Date(s): 4/2/2012 - 4/6/2012
    Facility: Northern Navajo Medical Center Location: Shiprock, NM
    Instructor(s): Rickey Thompson, Christopher Lingard Director: Rickey Thompson
    Audience: Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 6 - 8 students Tuition: $1,572.00
    Hours: 36.00 (Total CDE); 36.00 (DANB Clinical)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this course is to introduce the dental assistant to the placement and finishing of restorative materials used in operative dentistry. Technical background information is presented in cavity classification and dental anatomy. Class I, II, V amalgam restorations, Class III and V composite restorations are covered in lecture and laboratory exercises. Both written and practical examinations are used to measure participant progress. The basic course has been organized for those dental assistants who have limited or no training and/or experience in the placement of restorative materials. Additionally, it is limited to those clinics where the ratio of dentists to dental assistants allows the practice of expanded restorative functions. If the newly acquired skills are to become fully developed, the assistant must be able to return to his/her clinic and work with their dentist for a recommended period of 6 months. This follow-up is required in order to complete the course and receive a certificate.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
    1. Explain tooth morphology and structure.
    2. Place and finish basic amalgam and composite restorations.
    3. Discriminate between what is an acceptable and unacceptable restoration.

    Prerequisites:

    Completion of Restorative Expanded Functions-Basic Prerequisite online course.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:

    Please Make Checks Payable to: USET, Inc.
    c/o Tammy Fowler
    711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
    Nashville, TN 37214

    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Assistant Courses

    DA0009: Restorative Functions-Advanced
    Date(s): 7/23/2012 - 7/27/2012
    Facility: Northern Navajo Medical Center Location: Shiprock, NM
    Instructor(s): THOMAS REESE, Rickey Thompson Director: Rickey Thompson
    Audience: Assistants Level: Advanced
    Quota: 6 - 8 students Tuition: $1,676.00
    Hours: 36.00 (Total CDE); 36.00 (DANB Clinical)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is a continuation of the “Basic Expanded Functions” course, which is a prerequisite. All five cavity classifications/preparations will be covered in lecture and laboratory exercises, including amalgam and composite restorations. Lectures will review and update course participants on dental restorative materials including a discussion of bonding agents. Laboratory exercises will be performed on typodonts beginning with conservative preparations and working up to and including cusp-protected amalgam and incisal angle composite resin restorations. Also, participants will be introduced to the basics of occlusion. The course will require that the participant perform 5 cusp-protecting amalgams [CPAs] and 5 Class IV composite restorations back in their clinical setting before receiving her/his certificate.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
    1. Explain the basic concepts of occlusion as they apply to restorative dentistry.
    2. Place and finish complex Class II amalgam restorations and composite restorations involving the incisal angle.
    3. Discuss the current state-of-the-art dentinal bonding agents.
    4. Discriminate between acceptable and unacceptable restorations.

    Prerequisites:

    Certificate from the Basic Expanded Functions course GS-5 or eviqualent or successful completion of the Esthetic Restorative course.

    Travel:

    Course begins at 8 am Monday, May 14 and ends at noon on Friday, May 18.

    Payment Address:

    Please Make Checks Payable to: USET, Inc.
    c/o Tammy Fowler
    711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
    Nashville, TN 37214

    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Assistant Courses

    DA0010: Dental Assisting Review
    Date(s): 3/13/2012 - 3/15/2012
    Facility: Bureau of Land Management Location: Phoenix, AZ
    Instructor(s): MARIE MONTIN, ERMA CASUSE Director: ERMA CASUSE
    Audience: Assistants Level: Review
    Quota: 15 - 20 students Tuition: $700.00
    Hours: 24.00 (Total CDE); 24.00 (DANB Clinical)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This three-day course is designed to offer the experienced dental assistant an opportunity to update and improve their knowledge and skills in the clinic. During this course the participants will re-examine their duties and responsibilities, update principles of infection control, evaluate their efficiency and effectiveness in the clinic, as well as reassess their professionalism and teamwork practices. Participants can expect pre-course communication and assignments.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
    1. Describe the role and responsibilities of an effective dental assistant.
    2. Evaluate current infection control practices and make changes when necessary.
    3. Increase awareness of daily clinical efficiency practices.
    4. Recognize the importance of being a productive team member.
    5. Demonstrate a positive attitude when dealing with patients and co-workers.

    Prerequisites:

    10 years of experience as a dental assistant. NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:

    Please make checks payable to: USET, Inc.
    Attn: Tammy Fowler
    711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
    Nashville, TN 37214

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    Assistant Courses

    DA0011: Orientation to Dental Assisting - Part 1
    Date(s): 4/24/2012 - 4/26/2012
    Facility: Bureau of Land Management Training Center Location: Phoenix, AZ
    Instructor(s): ERMA CASUSE, MARIE MONTIN Director: ERMA CASUSE
    Audience: Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 15 - 20 students Tuition: $700.00
    Hours: 24.00 (Total CDE); 24.00 (DANB Clinical)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This three-day course is designed to offer the new, untrained dental assistant knowledge and skills needed to be an effective team member. During this course the participants will receive an introduction to the duties and responsibilities of a dental assistant principles of infection control dental terminology dental charting. In addition the Radiology Health and Safety written exam will be given. Participants can expect pre-course communication and assignments.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
    1. Describe the role and responsibilities of a dental assistant.
    2. Identify preferred learning style and appreciate the potential strengths and problems associated with that learning style.
    3. Recognize the importance of infection control.
    4. Explain the importance of dental radiation safety.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:

    Please Make Checks Payable to: USET, Inc.
    c/o Tammy Fowler
    711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
    Nashville, TN 37214

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    DA0012: Orientation to Dental Assisting - Part 2
    Date(s): 6/12/2012 - 6/14/2012
    Facility: Arizona School of Dentistry Location: Mesa, AZ
    Instructor(s): ERMA CASUSE, MARIE MONTIN Director: ERMA CASUSE
    Audience: Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 15 - 20 students Tuition: $1,254.00
    Hours: 24.00 (Total CDE); 24.00 (DANB Clinical)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This three-day course is designed as an advanced continuation of "Orientation to Dental Assisting Part 1." The course will provide hands-on experience for participants to learn and practice skills such as 4-handed dentistry, dental dam application, and sealant application. In adddition, there will be a review of infection control procedures and radiology health and safety practices. Participants can expect pre-course communication and assignments.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
    1. Demonstrate how to apply dental dam effectively.
    2. Describe the concepts and perform 4-handed dentistry.
    3. Recognize the importance of infection control.
    4. Perform basic chairside assisting skills.
    5. Prepare/mix commonly used dental materials.
    6. Explain the importance of dental radiation safety.

    Prerequisites:

    Completion of Orientation to Dental Assisting, Part 1. No exceptions.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:

    Please Make Checks Payable to: USET, Inc.
    c/o Tammy Fowler
    711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
    Nashville, TN 37214

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    Assistant Courses

    DA0014: Oral Surgery Assistants Survival Course
    Date(s): 4/17/2012 - 4/19/2012
    Facility: Bureau of Land Management Location: Phoenix, AZ
    Instructor(s): Connie Jensen, James Osaki, Kenneth Moran, NORMAN JAMES Director: Kenneth Moran
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 12 - 24 students Tuition: $700.00
    Hours: 18.00 (Total CDE); 18.00 (DANB Clinical); 18.00 (AGD - 310)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This is a three-day course designed to teach skills required by dental assistants when working with the oral and maxillofacial surgeon. This will involve clinic as well as operating room settings. Topics to be covered include medical evaluation of patients, sedation procedures, instrumentation, basic anatomy, and sterile technique. A special section will focus on dealing with the difficult surgeon.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
    1. List some common medical conditions and commonly used drugs that impact the care of surgical patients.
    2. Identify special instruments, equipment, and materials used in oral surgery.
    3. Explain why oral surgeons do what they do.
    4. Function more fully as an oral surgery assistant.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:

    Please make checks payable to: USET, Inc.
    c/o Tammy Fowler
    711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
    Nashville, TN 37214

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    Assistant Courses

    DA0015: Concepts of Management for Dental Assistant Supervisors II
    Date(s): 4/23/2012 - 4/26/2012
    Facility: Inn at Rio Rancho Location: Rio Rancho, NM
    Instructor(s): Steve Tetrev, Richard Champany Director: STEVEN TETREV
    Audience: Assistants Level: Advanced
    Quota: 6 - 25 students Tuition: $750.00
    Hours: 32.00 (Total CDE); 32.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 32.00 (AGD - 550)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course will build on basic management principles presented in DA Supervisors Concepts I. Advanced management topics will include Leave Restriction, Higher Levels of Discipline, and Performance Management [Standards, Appraisals and PIPs]. Dental assistant staff leadership areas will include Group Dynamics, Career Development, Mentoring, Delegation, Change Management and Brainstorming. The curriculum is flexible enough to address the individual needs of participants.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:
    1. State the importance and benefits of staff development efforts.
    2. Apply principles of advanced management segments and utilize templates to maximize staff productivity.
    3. Explain the importance of group dynamics and adjust their leadership styles to improve their programs.

    Prerequisites:

    This course is for Dental Assistant Supervisors and not Dental Assistant Leads. Completion of Concepts of Dental Assistant Supervisor Management is required except as noted here. NOTE: for Dental Assistant Supervisors who were not able to attend the original Concepts of Dental Assistant Supervisor Management, the basic principles will be presented on Monday [April 23] of the course. All other participants who have previously attended the introductory course will join the course on Tuesday at 8:00 AM.

    Travel:

    If you are a supervisor who did not take Concepts of Dental Assistant Supervisor Management I, the course starts on Monday, April 23 at 8AM.

    If you are a supervisor who has taken Concepts of Dental Assistant Supervisor Management I, the course starts on Tuesday, April 24 at 8AM. The course ends for all participants at 5pm on April 26.

    Payment Address:

    Please Make Checks Payable to: USET, Inc.
    c/o Tammy Fowler
    711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
    Nashville, TN 37214

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    Assistant Courses

    DA0017: Essentials of Radiology
    Date(s): 5/23/2012 - 6/27/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): ERMA CASUSE, MARIE MONTIN Director: ERMA CASUSE
    Audience: Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 10 - 20 students Tuition: $250.00
    Hours: 8.00 (Total CDE)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is offered via through Adobe Connect on four Wednesdays from May through June. Each session will cover a particular aspect of radiology. After you confirm attendance in the course on the CDE website, you will receive a separate email message with details on how to access the Adobe Connect sessions.



    Paralleling Tech. Part 1, May 23, 2012 @ 11:00 EST [2 hrs.]




    Paralleling Tech. Part 2, May 30, 2012 @ 11:00 EST [2 hrs.]




    The first and second sessions of this course are designed to offer both untrained and experienced dental assistants an opportunity to learn, update and improve their paralleling technique to increase the diagnostic value of radiographs. During these sessions participants will explore paralleling technique; terminology, film and positioning indicator device [PID] placement, trouble shoot and correct errors. Participants can expect pre-course communication and assignments.



    Bitewing Technique June 13, 2012 @ 11:00 EST [2 hrs.]





    The third session is designed to offer both untrained and experienced dental assistants an opportunity to learn, update and improve their technique so bitewings will have diagnostic value. During this session participants will explore bitewing techniques; terminology, criteria for premolar and molar bitewings, head position, use of tabs and film holder, film placement, open contacts. Participants can expect pre-course communication and assignments.



    Radiological Protection - June 27, 2012 @ 11:00 EST [2 hrs.]



    The last session of the course is Radiological Protection and is designed to offer both untrained and experienced dental assistants an opportunity to learn and update their radiological protection knowledge and skills in the clinic. During this session participants will examine their radiological protection practices for staff and patients: compliance with radiology certification, terminology, proper use of lead protective devices, effective use of barriers and distance, dosimeter, report adjustments or repairs of x-ray machines. Participants can expect pre-course communication and assignments.

    Learning Objectives:

    Parallelling Technique Part I and II
    Upon completion of these sessions, participants will be able to:

    1. Explain the basic principle of paralleling technique.
    2. State the advantages of using the paralleling technique.
    3. Differentia between the horizontal and vertical angulation.
    4. Demonstrate the paralleling technique when exposing radiographs.
    5. Identify and correct errors that affect the quality of radiographs when using the paralleling technique.


    Bitewing Technique
    Upon completion of the session, participants will be able to:
    1. Explain the purpose and use of a bitewing radiograph.
    2. Describe the criteria for premolar and molar bitewings.
    3. Differentia between horizontal and vertical angulation.
    4. Identify and correct technique errors.
    5. Expose and develop bitewings with diagnostic value.


    Radiological Protection
    Upon completion of the session, participants will be able to:
    1. State the importance of radiation safety.
    2. Avoid unnecessary exposures.
    3. Wear and store dosimeter properly.
    4. Demonstrate how to properly use and store lead apron.
    5. Report equipment for adjustments or repairs.




    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:

    Please make checks payable to: USET, Inc.
    c/o Tammy Fowler
    711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
    Nashville, TN 37214

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    Assistant Courses

    DA0018: Dental Assisting Concepts and Practice [DACP] Part I
    Date(s): 10/4/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): MARY BETH KINNEY, ERMA CASUSE Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 1 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 11.00 (Total CDE); 11.00 (DANB Clinical)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Effective dental assistants possess a core set of knowledge and skills. For individuals who are new to dental assisting and are trained on-the-job it is critical to have a curriculum they can follow to become competent. For more experienced dental assistants, it is important to have a curriculum to review concepts and learn new techniques that have been recently developed.

    The purpose of DAC&P is to offer a curriculum that can be taken by on-the-job trainees who need to develop basic dental assisting competencies or more experienced dental assistants who want to renew their skill set. DAC&P Part I includes: Infection Control, Tooth Dental Anatomy, Universal Numbering System, Moisture Control, Tofflemire Matrix Band and Wedge, and Dental Dam.

    Participation in DACP requires a local dental program to make a commitment to:

  • Schedule a specific time each month for staff development.
  • Purchase of supplemental textbooks.
  • Arrange use of computer with Internet access, and with a printer.
  • Designate an individual who is able to support training, assess skill development, and provide oversight of individuals’ progress toward achieving learning competencies.

  • Learning Objectives:

    At the end of this course, a participant will be able to:
    •   Create a safe environment to prevent or reduce the risk of disease transmission to patients and dental staff.
    •   Correctly and easily identify parts and surfaces of teeth.
    •   Correctly and easily identify teeth by using universal numbering system.
    •   Correctly and easily identify different methods to control moisture in the oral environment.
    •   Correctly and easily identify components and purpose of Tofflemire, matrix band and wedge.
    •   Correctly assemble, place, and remove Tofflemire and matrix band without assistance.
    •   Identify, explain purpose of dental dam items and materials.
    •   Safely and appropriately place and remove a dental dam.

    Prerequisites:

    None.

    Course developed February, 2010.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    Assistant Courses

    DA0019: Restorative Expanded Functions- Basic
    Date(s): 6/25/2012 - 6/29/2012
    Facility: Arizona School of Dentistry Location: Mesa, AZ
    Instructor(s): Paul Crowley Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 6 - 9 students Tuition: $1,572.00
    Hours: 36.00 (Total CDE); 36.00 (DANB Clinical)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this course is to introduce the dental assistant to the placement and finishing of restorative materials used in operative dentistry. Technical background information is presented in cavity classification and dental anatomy. Class I, II, V amalgam restorations, Class III and V composite restorations are covered in lecture and laboratory exercises. Both written and practical examinations are used to measure participant progress. The basic course has been organized for those dental assistants who have limited or no training and/or experience in the placement of restorative materials. Additionally, it is limited to those clinics where the ratio of dentists to dental assistants allows the practice of expanded restorative functions. If the newly acquired skills are to become fully developed, the assistant must be able to return to his/her clinic and work with their dentist for a recommended period of 6 months. This follow-up is required in order to complete the course and receive a certificate.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
    1. Explain tooth morphology and structure.
    2. Place and finish basic amalgam and composite restorations.
    3. Discriminate between what is an acceptable and unacceptable restoration.

    Prerequisites:

    Completion of Restorative Expanded Functions-Basic Prerequisite online course.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:

    Please Make Checks Payable to: USET, Inc.
    c/o Tammy Fowler
    711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
    Nashville, TN 37214

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    Assistant Courses

    DA0022: Dental Assisting Review
    Date(s): 6/12/2012 - 6/14/2012
    Facility: Inn at Rio Rancho Location: Rio Rancho, NM
    Instructor(s): MARIE MONTIN, ERMA CASUSE Director: ERMA CASUSE
    Audience: Assistants Level: Review
    Quota: 15 - 20 students Tuition: $700.00
    Hours: 24.00 (Total CDE); 24.00 (DANB Clinical)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This three-day course is designed to offer the experienced dental assistant an opportunity to update and improve their knowledge and skills in the clinic. During this course the participants will re-examine their duties and responsibilities, update principles of infection control, evaluate their efficiency and effectiveness in the clinic, as well as reassess their professionalism and teamwork practices. Participants can expect pre-course communication and assignments.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
    1. Describe the role and responsibilities of an effective dental assistant.
    2. Evaluate current infection control practices and make changes when necessary.
    3. Increase awareness of daily clinical efficiency practices.
    4. Recognize the importance of being a productive team member.
    5. Demonstrate a positive attitude when dealing with patients and co-workers.

    Prerequisites:

    10 years of experience as a dental assistant. NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:

    Please make checks payable to: USET, Inc.
    Attn: Tammy Fowler
    711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
    Nashville, TN 37214

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    Assistant Courses

    DA0027: Periodontal Expanded Functions - Basic
    Date(s): 8/13/2012 - 8/17/2012
    Facility: Northern Navajo Medical Center Dental Clinic Location: Shiprock, NM
    Instructor(s): MARY MURPHY, SHARON BYDONIE Director: SHARON BYDONIE
    Audience: Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 6 - 8 students Tuition: $1,438.00
    Hours: 35.00 (Total CDE); 35.00 (DANB Clinical)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is not subject to the lottery. It is open only to staff at the Shiprock Clinic. Contact Sharon Bydonie for admission to this course.

    This didactic and clinical course is designed for assistants who will have the opportunity to improve their skills in ultrasonic scaling. We will work on dentiforms and on other course participants with the state-of-the art Piezoelectric scalers or Cavitron ultrasonic scalers. The use of antimicrobials including sulcular irrigation, and new oral hygiene adjuncts will also be covered. The course will have a strong clinical emphasis. In addition, we will review the Indian Health Service [IHS] and American Dental Association [ADA] periodontal procedure codes. Students must complete 20 patient cleaning at their home dental clinic, documented on the Follow-Up Training Progress Record, before the Course Completion Certificate is provided by the DOH.



    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
    1. Relate Community Periodontal Index of Treatment Needs [CPITN] scores to a need for potential periodontal treatment.
    2. Detect disease, supra and subgingival calculus.
    3. Accurately code for periodontal and hygiene procedures with IHS/ADA coding.
    4. Use sulcular irrigators, and know when to use them.
    5. Recommend effective toothpastes, mouthrinses and oral hygiene aids to patients.
    6. Motivate patients to improve plaque removal and periodontal health.
    7. Identify who is at risk for periodontal breakdown.

    Prerequisites:

    Completion of the online course Periodontal Expanded Functions - Basic Prerequisites

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0001: Alaska Area Dental Chiefs Meeting
    Date(s): 10/26/2011 - 10/28/2011
    Facility: ANTHC Consortium Office Building Location: Anchorage, AK
    Instructor(s): Chris Fish, LISA CONE, Beatrice Gandara, Evan Young, Mark Davis, Sarah Shoffstall-Cone, Cindy Armstrong, Bradley Whistler, Patti Bland, Donald Chi, Sharon Peabody, Philip Weinstein, Mary Williard, Kathy Balasko, TODD SMITH, Kathy Phipps, Charles Herndon Director: Kathy Balasko
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 75 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 30.50 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 150); 1.50 (AGD - 157); 1.00 (AGD - 149); 2.00 (AGD - 730); 2.00 (AGD - 016); 2.00 (AGD - 750); 2.00 (AGD - 253); 1.00 (AGD - 434); 4.00 (AGD - 670); 1.00 (AGD - 554); 1.00 (AGD - 156); 3.00 (AGD - 142); 2.00 (AGD - 490); 1.00 (AGD - 557); 6.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this three-day meeting is to provide dentists, dental hygienists and dental assistants with dental information/education that they will be able to use in their daily practice.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this meeting, the participant will be able to:
    1. Identify tools and community resources to deal with addictions in the workplace.
    2. Facilitate prevention of progression of tooth wear.
    3. State basic treatment planning for the special needs patient.
    4. List factors effecting selection of posterior restoratives.
    5. Take impressions to completion with a perfect gypsum pour.
    6. Relate national changes in the Alaska Medicaid program as it relates to adult and children's dental services.
    7. Screen and identify at least three indicators of abuse.
    8. Explain the mechanism of action and safety of chemotherapeutics to parents.
    9. Demonstrate use of oxygen, oral airways and other emergency equipment.
    10. Identify at least four systemc disorders associated with periodontitis.
    11. Describe effective advice in motivating a patient.
    12. List risk factors for dental caries in preschool children.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0002: Dental Data System Package
    Date(s): 1/9/2012 - 2/3/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): MARY HOLLISTER Director: MARY HOLLISTER
    Audience: Dentists, Support Staff, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 10 students Tuition: $250.00
    Hours: 10.00 (Total CDE); 10.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 10.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Many individuals in IHS, Tribal and Urban [I/T/U] clinics are responsible for data entry and retrieval in the RPMS system. The Dental Data System [DDS] package is just one of many packages in the system. The DDS package has some features that are shared by most of the RPMS packages, and some features that are unique to DDS. This is courses will teach skills needed to navigate the DDS package, enter and retrieve data, and conduct searches. The course is not intended for users of the EDR. Data entered into the EDR will flow into PCC but not DDS. Therefore data entered in to the EDR can be retrieved from any package that communicates with PCC such as VGEN or QMAN.

    This course will be done over a four week period and is completely online. Each participant will use local information.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Navigate the DDS package.
    2. Enter dental services in the DDS package.
    3. Correct or delete dental services, codes or visits.
    4. Run productivity reports for dentists and hygienists.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:

    Please Make Checks Payable To: USET, Inc.
    c/o Tammy Fowler
    711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
    Nashville, TN 37214

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    DE0003: Prevention Essentials
    Date(s): 2/6/2012 - 3/2/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): MARY HOLLISTER Director: MARY HOLLISTER
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 10 students Tuition: $250.00
    Hours: 16.00 (Total CDE); 16.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 16.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course gives an overview of how to design, conduct, and evaluate an oral health prevention program. The concepts in this course may be applied to either clinic based or community based programs. In this course you will learn the Problem, Objectives, Activities, Resources, Evaluation [POARE] model that the Indian Health Service [IHS] recommends for designing prevention programs. Using this model, dental team members will be able to plan effective prevention programs and monitor those programs to make sure they work. Any member of the dental team will benefit from this course.


    This course will be done over a four week period and is completely online. Each participant will use local information to plan a prevention program that will work in his/her clinic or community.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Describe each element of the POARE model.
    2. Write Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time Bound [SMART] objectives.
    3. Identify at least one evidence based prevention activity for an oral health issue.
    4. Explain the difference between qualitative and quantitative evaluation.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:

    Please Make Checks Payable To: USET, Inc.
    c/o Tammy Fowler
    711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
    Nashville, TN 37214

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    General Courses

    DE0004: Case Presentations on Restoring Lost Vertical Dimension
    Date(s): 11/30/2011 - 11/30/2011
    Facility: Conference call Location: Nashville, TN
    Instructor(s): MICHAEL SOFIANOS Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (DANB Clinical); 1.00 (AGD - 670)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of a regular series of CE courses offered to the staff of the Nashville Area.

    The purpose of this session is to learn how to identify/diagnose lost vertical dimension. Treatment options will also be explored.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Identify/diagnose lost/decreased vertical dimension.
    2. Write a treatment plan for lost vertical dimension.
    3. Manage the treament of patients' with lost vertical dimension.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0006: Dental Malpractice: What IHS Dentists and Hygienists Need to Know
    Date(s): 11/2/2011 - 11/2/2011
    Facility: via conference call and WebEx Location: Rockville, MD
    Instructor(s): PATRICK BLAHUT Director: PATRICK BLAHUT
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 75 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 1.00 (AGD - 555)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is not subject to the lottery.

    The purpose of this presentation is to provide attendees with an overview of key malpractice issues within Federal and Tribal practice. Basic information on the Federal Tort Claims Act will be presented, as will strategies to prevent successful malpractice claims.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. List five pre-requisites to a successful malpractice claim.
    2. Describe at least three actions that increase the chances of a successful malpractice claim.
    3. Identify at least three actions that serve to prevent or minimize the chances of a successful malpractice claim.
    4. Explain two prerequisites for Federal Tort Claim Act coverage to be in effect.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0007: 2012 USPHS Scientific and Training Symposium
    Date(s): 6/18/2012 - 6/21/2012
    Facility: University of Maryland Location: College Park, MD
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 50 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 37.50 (Total CDE); 1.50 (AGD - 145); 10.50 (AGD - 149); 12.75 (AGD - 158); 1.00 (AGD - 250); 1.00 (AGD - 730); 10.75 (AGD - 770)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is not subject to the lottery.
    This annual conference provides CE and training for more than 750 Public Health Service Commissioned Officers and others, including dentists, primarily from the Indian Health Service. All supporting documents are located in the CSC File 5613. The dental planning committee member is LCDR Vicky Ottmers, DDS.

    Learning Objectives:

    Learning objectives are in the files for DE0007.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    General Courses

    DE0008: 48th Annual Forensic Dental Identification and Emerging Technologies
    Date(s): 4/23/2012 - 4/27/2012
    Facility: Valley Ho Hotel Location: Scottsdale, AZ
    Instructor(s): Duane Schafer, Christopher Fielding, Dan Hines Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 50 - 100 students Tuition: $1,100.00
    Hours: 40.00 (Total CDE); 40.00 (AGD - 145)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This is a five-day course designed to include lectures and workshops. The course is open to both civilian and military dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants.

    The primary focus of the course is to expose the experienced forensic scientist, and to introduce the novice to state-of-the-art techniques for forensic endeavors with an emphasis on mass disaster and dental identification. The laboratory session integrates digital radiology, photographic capture and computer database, with a mock mass disaster identification exercise. Other laboratories include bitemark analysis, skeletal anthropology, antemortem-postmortem radiographic comparison and radiographic age assessment.

    The primary emphasis of the course is forensic odontology; however, overviews of allied disciplines are provided to complete attendees’ knowledge base.

    RECOGNIZED BY THE AMERICAN BOARD OF FORENSIC ODONTOLOGY
    This computer integrated course emphasizes the latest and emerging technologies in Forensic Dentistry’s role in Mass Disaster Management. In its 48th year, this renowned continuing education course is recognized by the American Board of Forensic Odontology [ABFO] in fulfilling a requirement towards board certification. This course is unique in meeting these requirements, and thus receiving such an endorsement by ABFO – an organization that establishes the standards of qualification for those who practice forensic odontology.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Course begins everyday at 7:30 am and ends at 5:30 pm. Arrange your travel accordingly. Travel days are Sunday, April 22 and Saturday, April 28.

    Course will be held at the Valley Ho Hotel. Rooms are available for $128/single or double until March 31, 2012. Call 480-248-2000 and ask for Reservations for the 48th Annual Forensics Dental ID course.

    Hotel cancellation policy states that 48 hours notice be given prior to check-in for no charge to apply.

    Address of the hotel is 6850 E. Main St., Scottsdale, AZ 85251

    Payment Address:

    Please Make Checks Payable to: USET, Inc.
    c/o Tammy Fowler
    711 Stewarts Ferry Pike
    Nashville, TN 37214

    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0009: How to Apply Fluoride Varnish
    Date(s): 10/1/2010 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Bonnie Bruerd Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 1 - 2500 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (DANB Clinical); 1.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    You must be logged in to the CDE site to access this course. This one-hour course, How to Apply fluoride Varnish, was developed as a collaboration between the Indian Health Service [IHS] and the IHS Head Start Program. This course will provide an overview of Early Childhood Caries and describe its impact among American Indian and Alaska Native children. Participants will learn how to provide an oral health risk assessment, how to apply fluoride varnish, and key messages for families to prevent ECC.

    Course developed January, 2010.

    Learning Objectives:

    After completing this course, participants will be able to:


    1. Describe Early Childhood Caries [ECC]
    2. List two ways to prevent ECC.
    3. Recognize the various stages of ECC.
    4. Discuss the benefits of topical fluoride.
    5. List the 5 steps to applying fluoride varnish.
    6. Demonstrate the appropriate application of fluoride varnish.
    7. List one key message for families to prevent ECC.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0010: Special Care: An Oral Health Professionals Guide to Serving Young Children with Special Health Care Needs
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 0 - 10000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 4.00 (Total CDE); 4.00 (DANB Clinical); 4.00 (AGD - 750)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This series of five modules is designed to provide oral health
    professionals with information to help ensure that young children with
    special health care needs have access to health promotion and disease
    prevention services that address their unique oral health needs in a
    comprehensive, family-centered, and community-based manner. Four CE
    credits through IHS are available to dentists, dental hygienists, and
    dental assistants.


    • Module 1: An Overview of Children with Special Health Care Needs and Oral Health
    • Module 2: Providing Optimal Oral Health Care
    • Module 3: Oral Health Supervision
    • Module 4: Prevention of Oral Disease
    • Module 5: Behavior Guidance

    To register for the course, click on the link www.mchoralhealth.org/SpecialCare and follow the directions to start the course.

    Learning Objectives:

    At the end of this course, participants will be able to be:
    1. Aware and responsive to the oral health unique requirements for young children with special health care needs.
    2. Develop family-centered preventive programs for young children with special health care needs.
    3. Proficient in managing oral health behaviors for young children with special health care needs.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Course developed September, 2006; reviewed August, 2011.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0011: CDE: Fluoride Varnishes
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Timothy Ricks Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 0 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (DANB Clinical); 1.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course presents an overview of fluoride varnishes. It is appropriate for dental and other health professionals who would like to learn the theory and application of fluoride varnishes.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this online course, the participant will be able to:

    1. Discuss the advantages of fluoride varnishes over other methods of fluoride exposure.
    2. Explain the indications and contraindications to applying fluoride varnish.
    3. Teach non-dental health providers how to apply fluoride varnish.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Developed February, 2010.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0012: Online Dental Public Health
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Timothy Ricks Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 1.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course presents an overview of the principles of dental public health.

    Learning Objectives:

    This course will enable you to:

    • Define Dental Public Health
    • List examples of dental public health
    • Describe components of dental public health
    Prerequisites:

    None

    Course developed October, 2009.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0013: Radiology Made Easy
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): ROYANN ROYER Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 0 - 10000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 3.00 (Total CDE); 3.00 (DANB Clinical); 3.00 (AGD - 731)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    A training DVD has been developed for new dental clinicians as well as dental clinicians who are currently working in the dental profession. The purpose for new dental personnel is to introduce radiology equipment, discuss the concepts of how to obtain quality radiographs and demonstrate techniques for achieving ideal, diagnostic radiographs. Current dental personnel can use the information as a general review and to update and enhance current techniques being utilized by the clinic staff.

    This DVD can be viewed in its entirety or each individual section accessed separately as needed to improve technique skills or review a specific concept in dental radiology. It also is a good complementary resource for the IHS textbook, Radiological Health and Safety. The DVD is divided into five major areas of training:

    Section 1. Radiology Equipment.
    Section 2. Radiographic Techniques.
    Section 3. Processing Radiographs.
    Section 4. Specialized Techniques.
    Section 5. Infection Control.

    Learning Objectives:

    After review of this DVD and completion of the post-test the clinician will be able to:

    1. Identify components of radiology equipment.
    2. Demonstrate proper radiation safety procedures when exposing radiographs.
    3. Practice appropriate techniques for placement of patient, film, and x-ray equipment when exposing periapical and bitewing radiographs.
    4. Identify common errors that result in a loss of diagnostic quality for intra-oral and panoramic radiographs and how to correct for these errors.
    5. Describe how to process radiographs using an automatic processor.
    6. Demonstrate proper techniques for placement of patient, film and x-ray equipment when taking Panoramic, Occlusal and Vertical Bitewing radiographs.
    7. Explain how to use appropriate infection control procedures when exposing radiographs.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Course developed January, 2007; reviewed December, 2010.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0014: Domestic Violence: A Professional Response
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Barbara Gerbert Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 1 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 3.00 (Total CDE); 3.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 3.00 (AGD - 156)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    There is no need to "Register" for this course. Simply login to the CDE and Click on the link to take the ONLINE COURSE in the Additional Info section on the Course Detail page to receive credit.

    Activity Overview:

    Domestic violence is a health care problem of epidemic proportions. Oral health providers are in a pivotal position for identifying head, face, and neck injuries typical of domestic violence or child abuse. To raise awareness about this public health issue, the IHS, Division of Oral Health worked with Barbara Gabbert, PhD at the University of California San Francisco, Dental School. Dr. Gabbert developed the AVDR [Ask, Validate, Document, and Refer] program, and IHS, Division of Oral Health incorporated the AVDR DVD into this course.

    Teaching Methods

    This course is delivered online and includes interactive activities, lecture, and video demonstrations.

    Learning Objectives:

    At the end of this course you will be able to:
    •   Define domestic violence
    •   Describe the prevalence of domestic violence
    •   Recognize common physical indicators of abuse
    •   Apply 4 step intervention with dental patients who present with signs of domestic violence

    Prerequisites:

    Course developed January, 2007; reviewed December, 2010.


       Hardware/Software Requirements:

    WindowsMacintosh
    Intel Pentium II 450MHz or faster processor [or equivalent]PowerPC G3 500MHz or faster processor
    128MB of RAM128MB of RAM

    Operating systems and browsers
    Flash Player 8 is supported on the following operating systems and browsers:

    Windows
    PlatformBrowser
    Microsoft Windows 98Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows MeMicrosoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows 2000Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows XPMicrosoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows Server 2003Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later

    Macintosh
    PlatformBrowser
    Mac OS X v.10.1.x, 10.2.x, 10.3.x, or 10.4.xInternet Explorer 5.2, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL for Mac OS X, Opera 6, Safari 1.x or later


    Audio:

    This course may contain an audio portion or soundtrack. Please turn on your speakers or use headphones.

    Indian Health Service, Division of Oral Health, acknowledges permission from the University of California, San Francisco Dental School to include the AVDR DVD [Copyright © 2005 The Regents of the University of California. All Rights Reserved] in this CDE course. Permission to use, copy, modify, and distribute this DVD and its documentation for educational, research and non-profit purposes, without fee, and without a written agreement is hereby granted, provided that the above copyright notice, this paragraph and the following three paragraphs appear in all copies.

    • Permission to incorporate this DVD into commercial products may be obtained by contacting the University of California [Joel Kirschbaum, Director, Office of Technology Management, University of California, 185 Berry Street, Suite 4603, San Francisco, CA 94107, Telephone: [415] 353-4472, joel.kirschbaum@ucsf.edu.
    • This DVD and documentation are copyrighted by The Regents of the University of California. The DVD and documentation are supplied "as is", without any accompanying services from the University of California. The University of California does not warrant that the operation of the program will be uninterrupted or error-free. The end-user understands that the program was developed for research purposes and is advised not to rely exclusively on the program for any reason.
    • In no event shall the University of California be liable to any party for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages, including lost profits, arising out of the use of this DVD and its documentation, even if the University of California has been advised of the possibility of such damage. The University of California specifically disclaims any warranties, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. The DVD provided hereunder is on an "as is" basis, and the University of California has no obligations to provide maintenance, support, updates, enhancements, or modifications.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0015: From Policy to Practice : OSAP’s Interactive Guide to the CDC Guidelines
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): MARY BETH KINNEY Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 10.00 (Total CDE); 10.00 (DANB Clinical); 10.00 (AGD - 148)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    There is no need to "Register" for this course. Simply login to the CDE and Click on the link to take the ONLINE COURSE in the Additional Info section on the Course Detail page to receive credit.

    The OSAP online program uses a variety of methods to help dental professionals learn how to implement the CDC Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Health-Care Settings. Appropriately, the program setting is a dental practice. The dental team – a dentist, a dental assistant, an infection control coordinator, and a dental hygienist – take turns presenting OSHA regulations and the CDC Guidelines, reinforcing the message that infection control and safety is a team effort and is everyones responsibility.

    Checklists, flowcharts, and demonstrations illustrate complex concepts to increase understanding of the principles of infection control and safety and show how to apply them in practice. Self-evaluation quizzes are interspersed throughout and can be used as a tool to determine an individuals understanding of the Guidelines and to identify policies and practices that may need updating. OSAPs Interactive Guide to the CDC Guidelines can be used as a stand-alone program or can supplement other infection control courses.


    Teaching Methods

    The format of the Interactive Guide to the CDC Guidelines is based on the adult learning theory that recognizes people have different styles of learning and that the different styles play a significant role in retention. Participants can read the content and, if interested, conduct further research on specific topics by referring to the resource list. Audio narration is available for those who prefer to learn by listening. For visual learners, the OSAP program contains photographs, illustrations, and diagrams. For those who like to engage with course content, the program is highly interactive. A glossary provides definitions and phrases used within the course, and a readily available help screen assists with course navigation.



    The programs modular format provides the learner with options. Users can go through the course from beginning to end, or access the course map and menu and choose specific infection control topics.



    Learning Objectives:

    There are seven modules in the course. Each module has specific learning objectives.
    Module 1: Introduction

    • Navigate through the modules
    • Understand the features of the course

    Module 2: The Importance of Infection Control
    • List the components of the infection transmission process
    • Explain the importance of infection control.
    • Describe the four principles of infection control

    Module 3: Take Action to Stay Healthy
    • Identify personnel health elements of an infection control program
    • Explain why immunizations are important and what immunizations are needed for staff
    • Identify infectious diseases that require work restrictions and describe the CDC recommended work restrictions
    • Explain the use of different types of hand hygiene methods, and determine appropriate hand hygiene practices
    • Describe the difference between irritant and allergic contact dermatitis, and latex allergy
    • Identify products that contain latex and give an example of an alternative non-latex product.

    Module 4: Avoid Contact with Blood and Body Fluids
    • Identify bloodborne pathogens found in dentistry.
    • Explain the difference between universal precautions and standard precautions.
    • Define administrative controls and give an example.
    • Define engineering controls and give an example.
    • Name the components of personal protective equipment [PPE], and explain why and when PPE should be used.
    • Define work practice controls and give an example.
    • Explain exposure prevention and postexposure management.


    Module 5: Make Objects Safe for Use, Limit Contamination
  • Classify types of patient-care items.
  • Define single-use or disposable items.
  • Describe the sequence of steps in instrument processing.
  • Differentiate the various methods and equipment of sterilization.
  • Identify the methods of monitoring sterilization and what to do if there is a sterilization failure.
  • Explain the potential of contamination in dental handpieces, and other devices attached to air and water lines.
  • Compare environmental infection control methods.
  • Describe appropriate disposal procedures for regulated and non-regulated medical waste.
  • Identify methods of maintaining and monitoring dental water quality.
  • Explain the precautions to follow during a boil water advisory.

    Module 6: Special Considerations
    • Explain infection control for radiology procedures .
    • Explain the potential for infection from parenteral medications and how to prevent it.
    • Explain appropriate infection control to use during oral surgery procedures.
    • Describe infection control procedures for biopsy specimens.
    • Describe infection control procedures for extracted teeth.
    • Describe infection control for laboratory procedures.
    • Describe appropriate infection control procedures to use with patients with tuberculosis.


    Module 7: Program Evaluation
    • At the end of this module you will be able to:
    • Explain why evaluation of an infection control program is essential.
    • Describe evaluation activities that can assess the effectiveness of an infection control program.
    • Discuss how the results of evaluation activities can be used to improve an infection control program.


    Continuing Dental Education [CDE] Credit Information:

    To receive CDE credit, you must view the entire course, pass the quiz, and complete a course evaluation. You will be able to print a letter documenting successful completion.



    Faculty:

    OSAP is the Organization for Safety and Asepsis Procedures. Founded in 1984, the non-profit association is dentistrys premier resource for infection control and safety information. Through its publications, courses, website, and worldwide collaborations, OSAP and the tax-exempt OSAP Foundation support education, research, service, and policy development to promote safety and the control of infectious diseases in dental healthcare settings worldwide.



    Disclosure Statements:

    Planning committee members and faculty for this course have completed the disclosure process and have indicated they have no significant financial relationships or affiliations with any product or commercial manufacturer that might constitute a conflict of interest.



    Audio:

    This course contains an audio portion or soundtrack. Please turn on your speakers or use headphones.


  • Prerequisites:

    None.

    Course developed August, 2005; reviewed July, 2008 and January, 2011.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0016: PANDA
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): MARY BETH KINNEY Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 0 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 3.00 (Total CDE); 3.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 3.00 (AGD - 155)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    There is no need to "Register" for this course. Simply login to the CDE and Click on the link to take the ONLINE COURSE in the Additional Info section on the Course Detail page and then complete the post test and survey to receive credit.

    Activity Overview:

    The Prevent Abuse and Neglect through Dental Awareness [PANDA] is a program to address the lack of child abuse and neglect reporting by dental professionals. The educational program includes the history of family violence in our society, clinical examples of confirmed abuse and neglect, and discussions of legal and liability issues involved in family violence interventions.

    Teaching Methods

    This course is delivered online and includes PowerPoint slides with narration.

    Course developed March, 2007; reviewed February, 2010.

    Learning Objectives:

    At the end of this course you will be able to:

    • Identify average age of abused children
    • Define the factors that contribute to abuse
    • List warning signs of abuse
    • Name the most common dental injury reported in cases of child abuse.
    • Discuss the most appropriate time to report suspected child abuse


    Faculty:

    The Missouri coalition known as P.A.N.D.A [Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect Through Dental Awareness] was created to address a lack of reporting by dental professionals of suspected child abuse and neglect. P.A.N.D.As educational programs include a history of family violence in our society, clinical examples of confirmed child abuse and neglect, and discussions of legal liability issues involved in reporting child maltreatment. Programs now extend beyond dental audiences to include physicians, nurses, teachers, child care workers, and anyone interested in preventing family violence.

    Prerequisites:

    Hardware/Software Requirements:

    WindowsMacintosh
    Intel Pentium II 450MHz or faster processor [or equivalent]PowerPC G3 500MHz or faster processor
    128MB of RAM128MB of RAM

    Operating systems and browsers
    Flash Player 8 is supported on the following operating systems and browsers:

    Windows
    PlatformBrowser
    Microsoft Windows 98Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows MeMicrosoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows 2000Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows XPMicrosoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows Server 2003Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later

    Macintosh
    PlatformBrowser
    Mac OS X v.10.1.x, 10.2.x, 10.3.x, or 10.4.xInternet Explorer 5.2, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL for Mac OS X, Opera 6, Safari 1.x or later


    Audio:

    This course may contain an audio portion or soundtrack. Please turn on your speakers or use headphones. <

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0017: Endodontics: What works and what does not.
    Date(s): 10/1/2010 - 9/30/2011
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): MICHAEL MINDIOLA Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Advanced
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 3.00 (Total CDE); 3.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 3.00 (AGD - 155)
    Summary:

    There is no need to "Register" for this course. Simply login to the CDE and Click on the link to take the ONLINE COURSE in the Additional Info section on the Course Detail page and then complete the post test and survey to receive credit.

    It is the policy of the Indian Health Service [IHS], Division of Oral Health [DOH], that faculty/presenters disclose any significant financial or other relationships with commercial companies whose products may be discussed in the activity. The IHS, DOH also requires faculty disclose any unlabeled or investigational use [not yet approved for any purpose] of pharmaceutical products and medical devices.

    This course has been planned and implemented in accordance with the ADA CERP Recognition Standards and Procedures. None of the faculty/presenters for this activity has a conflict of interest, and there is no use of unlabeled or investigational pharmaceutical products or medical devices. The educational objectives, content and selection of educational methods and instructors are conducted independent of any commercial entity.

    Concerns or complaints about this course may be directed to marybeth.kinney@comcast.net or to ADA CERP at http://www.ada.org/goto/cerp.


    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    Prerequisites:

    Hardware/Software Requirements:

    WindowsMacintosh
    Intel Pentium II 450MHz or faster processor [or equivalent]PowerPC G3 500MHz or faster processor
    128MB of RAM128MB of RAM

    Operating systems and browsers
    Flash Player 8 is supported on the following operating systems and browsers:

    Windows
    PlatformBrowser
    Microsoft Windows 98Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows MeMicrosoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows 2000Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows XPMicrosoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows Server 2003Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later

    Macintosh
    PlatformBrowser
    Mac OS X v.10.1.x, 10.2.x, 10.3.x, or 10.4.xInternet Explorer 5.2, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL for Mac OS X, Opera 6, Safari 1.x or later


    Audio:

    This course may contain an audio portion or soundtrack. Please turn on your speakers or use headphones.

    Disclosure Statements:

    Planning committee members and faculty for this course have completed the disclosure process and have indicated they have no significant financial relationships or affiliations with any product or commercial manufacturer that might constitute a conflict of interest.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0018: Infection Control Review
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): MARY BETH KINNEY, ERMA CASUSE Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Review
    Quota: 1 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 3.00 (Total CDE); 3.00 (DANB Clinical); 3.00 (AGD - 148)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    The goal of infection control is to create a safe environment to prevent or reduce the risk of disease transmission to patients and dental staff. Having trained staff who know how to do this becomes a critical part of any infection control program. This course is appropriate as an annual review of infection control procedures and practices for all dental providers.

    Teaching Methods

    This course is delivered online including narration and interactive activities.



    Course developed September, 2008; reviewed February, 2011.

    Learning Objectives:

    At the end of this course you will be able to:

    • Explain the importance of infection control
    • Describe the four principles of infection control
    • Discuss practices to reduce or prevent the risk of disease transmission


    Continuing Dental Education [CDE] Credit Information:


    To receive CDE credit, you must view the entire course, pass the quiz with a score of 80 or higher, and complete a course evaluation. You will be able to print a letter documenting successful completion.

    Prerequisites:


       Hardware/Software Requirements:

    WindowsMacintosh
    Intel Pentium II 450MHz or faster processor [or equivalent]PowerPC G3 500MHz or faster processor
    128MB of RAM128MB of RAM

    Operating systems and browsers
    Flash Player 8 is supported on the following operating systems and browsers:

    Windows
    PlatformBrowser
    Microsoft Windows 98Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows MeMicrosoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows 2000Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows XPMicrosoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows Server 2003Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later

    Macintosh
    PlatformBrowser
    Mac OS X v.10.1.x, 10.2.x, 10.3.x, or 10.4.xInternet Explorer 5.2, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL for Mac OS X, Opera 6, Safari 1.x or later



    Audio:


    This course may contain an audio portion or soundtrack. Please turn on your speakers or use headphones.

    Faculty:


    Mary Beth Kinney, RDH, MPH, EdD was the lead author of the first CDC Infection Control Risk File, and coordinated the development of From Policy to Practice: OSAP’s Interactive Guide to the CDC Guidelines.


    Erma J. Casuse, CDA is the IHS Coordinator for Dental Assisting Education. She has over 15 years of experience teaching infection control to dental staff, and assessing infection control practices in dental programs.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0019: Building Relationships with Clients
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): MARY BETH KINNEY Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 1 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 2.00 (AGD - 550)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    You want to be effective with every client, but sometimes it feels like you are not only ineffective, you might even be bothersome. This training will help you improve your communication skills. You will learn to listen better, hear what your client is really saying, and therefore know what kind of information will really help them. Plus, you’ll get to test the techniques presented, so the next time you meet with your client, you’ll be ready to listen and be heard.
    The training consists of two interviews, a coaching session on basic communication skills and a discussion of these skills, a short quiz and a practice session to gain experience.

    Course developed February, 2008; reviewed March, 2011.

    Learning Objectives:

    At the end of this training, you will be able to:


    • Identify six techniques important in building relationships with clients to enhance lifestyle change
    • Apply the six techniques in a simulated counseling session
    • Describe one change you can make in your practice as a result of completing this training

    Prerequisites:

    You must have a computer with internet access and a browser such as Internet Explorer. You must also have Flash 8 Player installed on your computer to watch the videos. Click on the "Flash" link in the bottom navigation menu to install the player, if necessary. If you have trouble viewing any of these video trainings, contact us for alternate viewing options at talee.roberts@ihs.gov.

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    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0020: Handling Workplace Conflicts
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Thomas Taylor Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 2.00 (AGD - 550)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    Conflicts happen. You probably experience them every day. They don’t have to be uncomfortable, and they don’t have to escalate. This training will help you see that in every conflict there is an opportunity to find common ground, and come together to achieve goals. By learning these solid conflict resolution skills, the thought of facing conflict will no longer be anxiety-producing. This training will give you the knowledge and experience so you can deal confidently with conflicts no matter how large or small.
    The training consists of two phone calls, a discussion of conflict resolution skills, a short quiz and an evaluation.

    It is the policy of the Indian Health Service [IHS], Division of Oral Health [DOH], that faculty/presenters disclose any significant financial or other relationships with commercial companies whose products may be discussed in the activity. The IHS, DOH also requires faculty disclose any unlabeled or investigational use [not yet approved for any purpose] of pharmaceutical products and medical devices.

    Course developed February, 2008; reviewed March, 2011.

    Learning Objectives:

    At the end of this training, you will be able to:


    • Identify the four levels of conflict communication.
    • Apply skills that enhance the four levels of conflict communication
    • Describe the two goals of conflict resolution
    • Describe one change you can make in your practice as a result of completing this training.

    Prerequisites:

    You must have a computer with internet access and a browser such as Internet Explorer. You must also have Flash 8 Player installed on your computer to watch the videos. Click on the "Flash" link in the bottom navigation menu to install the player, if necessary. If you have trouble viewing any of these video trainings, contact us for alternate viewing options at talee.roberts@ihs.gov

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    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0021: Making Your Meetings Work
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Thomas Taylor Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 2.00 (AGD - 550)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This training presents ways to make your large meetings or conferences and small staff meetings more interesting and effective. Meetings that provide opportunities for participants to interact and network with each other and provide information on the latest developments in diabetes care can enhance overall patient care. Our goal is to enliven meetings that can too often become routine and boring. Information is included on how to facilitate a variety of techniques during your meetings such as panel discussions; brainstorming, role playing and others. We encourage you to experiment with alternative ways of setting up your meetings. In this way, you will enhance the contributions of everyone and make life a lot more interesting at work.

    Course developed February, 2008; reviewed March, 2011.

    Learning Objectives:

    At the end of this training, you will be able to:


    • Identify the principles of planning creative meetings.
    • Describe five techniques that encourage interaction and networking among participants.
    • Compare and contrast the goals of small and large meetings and the five techniques.
    • Discuss the role of the facilitator in small and large meetings and the five techniques.

    Prerequisites:

    You must have a computer with internet access and a browser such as Internet Explorer. You must also have Flash 8 Player installed on your computer to watch the videos. Click on the "Flash" link in the bottom navigation menu to install the player, if necessary. If you have trouble viewing any of these video trainings, contact us for alternate viewing options at talee.roberts@ihs.gov

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    DE0022: Problem Solving Among Co-Workers
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Thomas Taylor Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 0 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 2.00 (AGD - 550)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    Whether working with clients or colleagues, having good problem-solving skills enhance collaboration and team work. Working together as a team can enhance work satisfaction, increase productivity, provide support and improve personal connections. Instead of trying to solve problems once they have occurred, problem-solving models provide a framework to tackle problems as they arise. In this training, you will see a problem unfolding and have the opportunity to view and practice problem-solving skills.
    The training consists of a series of short videos with quiz questions and coaching on problem solving skills, a short quiz and an evaluation.

    Course developed February, 2008; reviewed March, 2011.

    Learning Objectives:

    At the end of this training, you will be able to:

    • Identify the steps in problem solving
    • Apply skills that enhance problem solving
    • Describe related communication skills that enhance problem solving [i.e., listening skills, nonverbal communication, questioning and reflection]
    • Describe one change you can make in your practice as a result of completing this training

    Prerequisites:

    You must have a computer with internet access and a browser such as Internet Explorer. You must also have Flash 8 Player installed on your computer to watch the videos. Click on the "Flash" link in the bottom navigation menu to install the player, if necessary. If you have trouble viewing any of these video trainings, contact us for alternate viewing options at talee.roberts@ihs.gov

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    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0023: Promoting Oral Health in AI/AN Communities
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Bonnie Bruerd, Kathy Phipps Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 1 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 4.00 (Total CDE); 4.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 4.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course provides an overview of prevention strategies to improve oral health both in the dental clinic and in American Indian/Alaska Native communities. The course discusses the importance of prevention and describes best practices to prevent dental caries and periodontal diseases in all age groups.

    Course developed February, 2010.

    Learning Objectives:

    After completing this online course, participants will be able to:

    1. List three ways to provide topical fluoride.
    2. Discuss the effectiveness of sealants in AI/AN communities.
    3. Describe an effective protocol for fluoride varnish for children 9-24 months of age.
    4. List two negative effects of drinking pop.
    5. List the steps for providing a toothbrush prophylaxis.
    6. Discuss the effects of tobacco use and diabetes on periodontal disease.
    7. List three ways that you can get involved in oral health in your community.
    8. Describe two ways to improve the effectiveness of oral health education.

    Prerequisites:


       Hardware/Software Requirements:

    WindowsMacintosh
    Intel Pentium II 450MHz or faster processor [or equivalent]PowerPC G3 500MHz or faster processor
    128MB of RAM128MB of RAM

    Operating systems and browsers
    Flash Player 8 is supported on the following operating systems and browsers:

    Windows
    PlatformBrowser
    Microsoft Windows 98Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows MeMicrosoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows 2000Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows XPMicrosoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later
    Windows Server 2003Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL 9, Opera 7.11 or later

    Macintosh
    PlatformBrowser
    Mac OS X v.10.1.x, 10.2.x, 10.3.x, or 10.4.xInternet Explorer 5.2, Firefox 1.x, Mozilla 1.x, Netscape 7.x or later, AOL for Mac OS X, Opera 6, Safari 1.x or later



    Audio:


    This course may contain an audio portion or soundtrack. Please turn on your speakers or use headphones.

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    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0024: Cultural Competency Curriculum for Disaster Preparedness and Crisis Response
    Date(s): 6/1/2010 - 5/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Darci Graves, Guadalupe Pacheco, Ann Kenny Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 0 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 12.00 (Total CDE); 12.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 12.00 (AGD - 142)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    In the wake of recent disasters such as Hurricanes Katrina and Rita and the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, and the Homeland Security Presidential Directive [HSPD-21], emergency preparedness and disaster and crisis response have gained national recognition and significance. This course is designed to equip disaster and crisis volunteers and personnel with the awareness, knowledge, and skills needed to provide culturally and linguistically appropriate services to diverse communities during all phases of disaster. The course is grounded in the Office of Minority Health's [OMH] CLAS Standards, which are grouped into three themes: Culturally Competent Care, Language Access Services, and Organizational Supports.

    Course developed September, 2008; reviewed August, 2011; scheduled for review December, 2012.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. Discuss issues related to cultural competency in disaster preparedness, response, and recovery.
    2. Identify strategies to promote self-awareness about attitudes, beliefs, biases, and behaviors that may influence the disaster services they provide.
    3. Devise strategies to enhance skills toward the provision of culturally and linguistically competent care in disaster situations.
    4. Demonstrate the advantages of the adoption of the CLAS Standards as appropriate in their emergency services.

    Prerequisites:

    None

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    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0025: Chemical Dependencies: Alcoholism
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Debby Kurtz-Weidinger Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 0 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 5.00 (Total CDE); 5.00 (DANB Clinical); 5.00 (AGD - 157)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This online course presents current information regarding alcoholism and fetal alcohol syndrome, as well as the dental management of patients affected by alcoholism. This interactive program includes a presentation of information on specific topics followed by practice in the form of multiple-choice and true/false questions. This format provides you with immediate feedback to reinforce key learning concepts for different topics, and prepare you for the final quiz.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

    1. Define alcoholism and its effects on different body systems.
    3. Discuss contraindications of medciations for the alcoholic patient.
    4. Identify considerations when treating patients with alcohol problems.
    5. Describe fetal alcohol syndrome [FAS] and fetal alcohol effect [FAE].
    6. List considerations when treating patients with FAS/FAE.
    7. Explain the purpose and components of CAGE questionnaire.

    Prerequisites:

    None.

    Course developed February, 2011.

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    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0026: The Carious Process and Intervention
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): MARY BETH KINNEY, , Raymond Lala, JEANINE TUCKER, SUZANNE EBERLING Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 1 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 3.00 (Total CDE); 3.00 (DANB Clinical); 3.00 (AGD - 730)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course reviews the carious process and etiology. It also covers various strategies commonly used for both caries prevention and control. It also presents appropriate combinations of strategies for patients in various risk categories. Supplemental reading is suggested at the end of the course.

    Course developed July, 2009; reviewed August, 2011.

    Learning Objectives:

    At the completion of this course, you will be able to:
    1. Discuss dental caries risk assessment and the IHS risk categories.
    2. Explain the various factors that place some patients at greater risk of developing dental caries.
    3. Describe how the concept of caries management might be used to improve access to dental care.

    Prerequisites:

    None

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    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0027: Dental Myths
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): MARY BETH KINNEY, , Raymond Lala, JEANINE TUCKER, SUZANNE EBERLING Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 0 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 3.00 (Total CDE); 3.00 (DANB Clinical); 3.00 (AGD - 730)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course covers treatment assumptions made with conventional caries management. It explains the risks of restorative treatment and the impact of examiner variation on patient care. Supplemental reading is suggested at the end of the course.

    Course developed July, 2009; reviewed August, 2011.

    Learning Objectives:

    At the completion of this course, you will be able to:
    1. List the treatment perspectives of conventional caries management.
    2. Describe what could lead to variability in diagnosis and treatment planning.
    3. Identify the risks of restorative intervention.
    4. Contrast caries treatment choices between the conventional and medical models.

    Prerequisites:

    None

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    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0028: Examination, Diagnosis, Treatment Planning and Recall
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): MARY BETH KINNEY, , Raymond Lala, JEANINE TUCKER, SUZANNE EBERLING Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 0 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 4.00 (Total CDE); 4.00 (DANB Clinical); 4.00 (AGD - 730)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course covers exam and diagnosis, treatment planning and recall. It focuses on the concept of a risk-based medical model to manage dental caries. It is an evidence based approach to preventive and restorative procedures that considers both the clinician’s judgment and available resources. Recommendations and regimens listed are supported by current professional, refereed literature. The model is a clinical approach which addresses treatment planning and delivery of oral health care services for the individual and family. Supplemental reading is suggested at the end of the course.

    Course developed July, 2009; reviewed August, 2011.

    Learning Objectives:

    At the completion of this course, you will be able to:
    1. Describe how to examine for and diagnose dental caries.
    2. Place patients in appropriate risk categories based on exam findings and modifiers.
    3. Develop a prioritized treatment plan that includes an appropriate recall interval.

    Prerequisites:

    None

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    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0029: Caries Risk Program Evaluation
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): JEANINE TUCKER, , Raymond Lala, MARY BETH KINNEY, SUZANNE EBERLING Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 0 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (DANB Clinical); 2.00 (AGD - 730)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course provides two basic reasons for evaluating a caries risk program: 1] are doing it right and 2] does it work. If you are not doing the right things, you can’t possibly tell if a particular program is working or not. Supplemental reading is suggested at the end of the course.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
    1. Discuss why program evaluation is important.
    2. Identify what outcomes will be measured in your program and how they will be measured.
    3. Describe the importance of coding standardization and the need to apply codes in a consistent and appropriate manner.

    Prerequisites:

    None.
    Course developed January, 2001. Revised January, 2004. Revised January, 2010.

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    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0030: Introduction to Caries Diagnosis, Risk Assessment and Management
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): JEANINE TUCKER, , Raymond Lala, MARY BETH KINNEY, SUZANNE EBERLING Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 1 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 3.00 (Total CDE); 3.00 (DANB Clinical); 3.00 (AGD - 730)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course showcases a risk based approach for the management of dental caries. It includes basic information on caries diagnosis, risk assessment and treatment planning. Supplemental reading is suggested at the end of the course.

    Course developed January, 2001.
    Revised January, 2004
    Revised January, 2010

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
    1. Discuss dental caries risk assessment and the IHS risk categories.
    2. Describe the various factors that place some patients at greater risk of developing dental care.
    3. Explain how the concept of caries management might be used to improve access to dental care.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0031: Update on Nutrition and Chronic Kidney Disease
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Theresa Kuracina Director: Wendy Sandoval
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 0 - 5000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 1.00 (AGD - 750)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This online training includes a brief review of the functions of the kidneys, discussion of, identification and monitoring of CKD and describes new tools from the National Kidney Disease Education Program that can be used for patient education. Key concepts in nutrition assessment, management and diet recommendations for dialysis will be reviewed. Supporting documentation for this course is contained in CSC File 5536 and File 5660.



    This course has been planned and implemented in accordance with the ADA CERP Recognition Standards and Procedures. None of the faculty/presenters for this activity has a conflict of interest, and there is no use of unlabeled or investigational pharmaceutical products or medical devices. The educational objectives, content and selection of educational methods and instructors are conducted independent of any commercial entity.

    Concerns or complaints about this course may be directed to marybeth.kinney@comcast.net or to ADA CERP at http://www.ada.org/goto/cerp.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Incorporate suggested guidelines for identifying and monitoring CKD into clinical practice.
    2. Describe new tools from the National Kidney Disease Education Program to enhance patient education.
    3. Incorporate key concepts in nutrition assessment, management and treatment into clinical practice.
    4. Briefly review diet recommendations for dialysis.

    Prerequisites:

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    DE0032: Managing Chronic Kidney Disease
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 4/27/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Andrew Narva Director: Wendy Sandoval
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 1 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 1.00 (AGD - 750)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This online training will discuss the guidelines to address progression and co-morbidities which affect chronic kidney disease [CKD] outcomes. Current adherence to the guidelines, models for improving outcomes and opportunities for intervention will be described. Supporting documentation for this course is contained in CSC File 5554.

    This course has been planned and implemented in accordance with the ADA CERP Recognition Standards and Procedures. None of the faculty/presenters for this activity has a conflict of interest, and there is no use of unlabeled or investigational pharmaceutical products or medical devices. The educational objectives, content and selection of educational methods and instructors are conducted independent of any commercial entity.

    Concerns or complaints about this course may be directed to marybeth.kinney@comcast.net or to ADA CERP at http://www.ada.org/goto/cerp.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Integrate the standards of care for patients with CKD into their clinical practice.
    2. Evaluate key tests for identifying and monitoring CKD.
    3. Formulate a strategy for improving CKD outcomes in the primary care setting.
    4. Determine indications for referral to nephrology.

    Prerequisites:

    None

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    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0033: Exercise and Cardiometabolic Risk Reduction in Diabetes and Prediabetes
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Andrew Narva Director: Wendy Sandoval
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 1 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 1.00 (AGD - 750)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This online training will discuss the guidelines for physical activity and cardiometabolic risk reduction in diabetes and prediabetes. The current recommendations for weight loss and managing diabetes and prediabetes will also be discussed. Supporting documentation for this course is contained in CSC File 5504.

    This course has been planned and implemented in accordance with the ADA CERP Recognition Standards and Procedures. None of the faculty/presenters for this activity has a conflict of interest, and there is no use of unlabeled or investigational pharmaceutical products or medical devices. The educational objectives, content and selection of educational methods and instructors are conducted independent of any commercial entity.

    Concerns or complaints about this course may be directed to marybeth.kinney@comcast.net or to ADA CERP at http://www.ada.org/goto/cerp.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Summarize evidence-based literature related to physical activity and diabetes and cardiometabolic disease.
    2. Advise patients at risk for diabetes and those who have diabetes.

    Prerequisites:

    None

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    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0034: Implant Technology and Endodontics
    Date(s): 11/4/2011 - 11/4/2011
    Facility: USCG Training Center Location: Kodiak, AK
    Instructor(s): Brooks Horan, Jonathan McNeil, Harold Martindale Director: GLENN MARTIN
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 10 - 45 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 7.00 (Total CDE); 3.00 (AGD - 070); 3.00 (AGD - 690); 1.00 (AGD - 142)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this one-day course is to give IHS dental staff, USCG dental staff, and Kodiak private practice dental staffs a better understanding of implants and endodontics. The latest in endodontic and implant techniques will be reviewed to enhance restorative dental outcomes. This course will emphasize the need for identifying patients for endodontic v. implant treatment and follow-up. Enhancing treatment outcomes with implants and/or endodontics will be covered as well as treatment of the medically compromised patient. Medical emergencies in the dental office will also be covered.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Diagnose and design treatment plan for implants.
    2. List and use different implant systems.
    3. Identify osseous augmentation techniques.

    Prerequisites:

    None

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    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0038: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 4/11/2011 - 4/15/2011
    Facility: Redbird Smith HC Location: Sallisaw, OK
    Instructor(s): Lisa Green Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 40.00 (Total CDE); 40.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 40.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Our trainees are provided a presentation, along with hands-on use, of the Clinical Applications and the Electronic Appointment Scheduler in the Dentrix Enterprise electronic dental record [EDR]. This course of instruction is presented on site for a full five days. An additional two days are spent together with the trainer during “Go Live” following the initial five days. At this time, the EDR is put to work with active patients in the dental clinic, with the trainer there to assist the Doctors and Staff Members as they use the software.

    We will instruct the Dental Chief, Staff Dentists, and the entire Team, respective to position, on how to:
    1. Setup the Clinic in Dentrix Enterprise [includes Password Security settings and assigned rights for a Login/Password for each Provider and Staff Member].
    2. Enter existing treatment, treatment planned procedures, and completed treatment procedures in the Patient Chart.
    3. Enter Perio Charting of pocket depths, recession, etc.
    4. Complete and Approve Clinical Notes for each patient’s visit to the clinic.
    5. Appoint and Re-Appoint patients for needed treatment.
    6. Use scanning hardware and the Dentrix Enterprise Document Center to electronically store all paperwork.
    7. Set-up and monitor a Recall system for ongoing patient care.
    8. Use the DXOne reporting module for collection of statistical data for various Reporting needs.
    9. If applicable, use Dentrix Image, digital x-ray software that is the Dentrix Enterprise solution for acquiring, manipulating, and storing digital images.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Effectively chart patient conditions, along with planned and completed treatment, in an electronic format.
    2. Write, approve, and store Clinical Notes electronically.
    3. Produce, manipulate, and store digital images [if applicable to the clinic].
    4. Enter and archive Patient Appointments electronically.
    5. Track and contact Patients for treatment planned, and for regular hygiene care needed.
    6. Use Dentrix Enterprise to go completely chartless/paperless when desired.
    7. Retrieve, schedule, manage, and maintain statistical data at will.

    Prerequisites:

    None

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    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0039: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 5/23/2011 - 5/27/2011
    Facility: Amo Health Center Location: Salina, OK
    Instructor(s): Lisa Green Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 40.00 (Total CDE); 40.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 40.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Our trainees are provided a presentation, along with hands-on use, of the Clinical Applications and the Electronic Appointment Scheduler in the Dentrix Enterprise electronic dental record [EDR]. This course of instruction is presented on site for a full five days. An additional two days are spent together with the trainer during “Go Live” following the initial five days. At this time, the EDR is put to work with active patients in the dental clinic, with the trainer there to assist the Doctors and Staff Members as they use the software.

    We will instruct the Dental Chief, Staff Dentists, and the entire Team, respective to position, on how to:
    1. Setup the Clinic in Dentrix Enterprise [includes Password Security settings and assigned rights for a Login/Password for each Provider and Staff Member].
    2. Enter existing treatment, treatment planned procedures, and completed treatment procedures in the Patient Chart.
    3. Enter Perio Charting of pocket depths, recession, etc.
    4. Complete and Approve Clinical Notes for each patient’s visit to the clinic.
    5. Appoint and Re-Appoint patients for needed treatment.
    6. Use scanning hardware and the Dentrix Enterprise Document Center to electronically store all paperwork.
    7. Set-up and monitor a Recall system for ongoing patient care.
    8. Use the DXOne reporting module for collection of statistical data for various Reporting needs.
    9. If applicable, use Dentrix Image, digital x-ray software that is the Dentrix Enterprise solution for acquiring, manipulating, and storing digital images.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Effectively chart patient conditions, along with planned and completed treatment, in an electronic format.
    2. Write, approve, and store Clinical Notes electronically.
    3. Produce, manipulate, and store digital images [if applicable to the clinic].
    4. Enter and archive Patient Appointments electronically.
    5. Track and contact Patients for treatment planned, and for regular hygiene care needed.
    6. Use Dentrix Enterprise to go completely chartless/paperless when desired.
    7. Retrieve, schedule, manage, and maintain statistical data at will.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0040: Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office
    Date(s): 10/26/2011 - 10/26/2011
    Facility: Conference call Location: Nashville, TN
    Instructor(s): Harry Brown Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (DANB Clinical); 1.00 (AGD - 142)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of a regular series of CE courses offered to the staff of the Nashville Area.

    This session will cover the types of medical emergencies encountered in the dental office and appropriate medical response procedures.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Name the two most common medical emergencies encountered in the dental office.
    2. Describe appropriate medical emergency response procedures.
    3. List essential medical supplies for a dental office emergency kit.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0045: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 2/16/2011 - 2/18/2011
    Facility: Rubin White Health Clinic Location: Poteau, OK
    Instructor(s): Ginger Roberts Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 40.00 (Total CDE); 40.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 40.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Our trainees are provided a presentation, along with hands-on use, of the Clinical Applications and the Electronic Appointment Scheduler in the Dentrix Enterprise electronic dental record [EDR]. This course of instruction is presented on site for a full five days. An additional two days are spent together with the trainer during “Go Live” following the initial five days. At this time, the EDR is put to work with active patients in the dental clinic, with the trainer there to assist the Doctors and Staff Members as they use the software.

    We will instruct the Dental Chief, Staff Dentists, and the entire Team, respective to position, on how to:
    1. Setup the Clinic in Dentrix Enterprise [includes Password Security settings and assigned rights for a Login/Password for each Provider and Staff Member].
    2. Enter existing treatment, treatment planned procedures, and completed treatment procedures in the Patient Chart.
    3. Enter Perio Charting of pocket depths, recession, etc.
    4. Complete and Approve Clinical Notes for each patient’s visit to the clinic.
    5. Appoint and Re-Appoint patients for needed treatment.
    6. Use scanning hardware and the Dentrix Enterprise Document Center to electronically store all paperwork.
    7. Set-up and monitor a Recall system for ongoing patient care.
    8. Use the DXOne reporting module for collection of statistical data for various Reporting needs.
    9. If applicable, use Dentrix Image, digital x-ray software that is the Dentrix Enterprise solution for acquiring, manipulating, and storing digital images.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Effectively chart patient conditions, along with planned and completed treatment, in an electronic format.
    2. Write, approve, and store Clinical Notes electronically.
    3. Produce, manipulate, and store digital images [if applicable to the clinic].
    4. Enter and archive Patient Appointments electronically.
    5. Track and contact Patients for treatment planned, and for regular hygiene care needed.
    6. Use Dentrix Enterprise to go completely chartless/paperless when desired.
    7. Retrieve, schedule, manage, and maintain statistical data at will.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0046: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 5/16/2011 - 5/20/2011
    Facility: Dzilth-na-dithle Health Center Location: Bloomfield, NM
    Instructor(s): Ginger Roberts Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 40.00 (Total CDE); 40.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 40.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Our trainees are provided a presentation, along with hands-on use, of the Clinical Applications and the Electronic Appointment Scheduler in the Dentrix Enterprise electronic dental record [EDR]. This course of instruction is presented on site for a full five days. An additional two days are spent together with the trainer during “Go Live” following the initial five days. At this time, the EDR is put to work with active patients in the dental clinic, with the trainer there to assist the Doctors and Staff Members as they use the software.

    We will instruct the Dental Chief, Staff Dentists, and the entire Team, respective to position, on how to:
    1. Setup the Clinic in Dentrix Enterprise [includes Password Security settings and assigned rights for a Login/Password for each Provider and Staff Member].
    2. Enter existing treatment, treatment planned procedures, and completed treatment procedures in the Patient Chart.
    3. Enter Perio Charting of pocket depths, recession, etc.
    4. Complete and Approve Clinical Notes for each patient’s visit to the clinic.
    5. Appoint and Re-Appoint patients for needed treatment.
    6. Use scanning hardware and the Dentrix Enterprise Document Center to electronically store all paperwork.
    7. Set-up and monitor a Recall system for ongoing patient care.
    8. Use the DXOne reporting module for collection of statistical data for various Reporting needs.
    9. If applicable, use Dentrix Image, digital x-ray software that is the Dentrix Enterprise solution for acquiring, manipulating, and storing digital images.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Effectively chart patient conditions, along with planned and completed treatment, in an electronic format.
    2. Write, approve, and store Clinical Notes electronically.
    3. Produce, manipulate, and store digital images [if applicable to the clinic].
    4. Enter and archive Patient Appointments electronically.
    5. Track and contact Patients for treatment planned, and for regular hygiene care needed.
    6. Use Dentrix Enterprise to go completely chartless/paperless when desired.
    7. Retrieve, schedule, manage, and maintain statistical data at will.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0047: Early Childhood Caries Collaborative Virtual Learning Community Program [VLCP] WebEx December 2011
    Date(s): 12/7/2011 - 12/7/2011
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Timothy Ricks Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 50 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.50 (Total CDE); 1.50 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The intent of the Virtual Learning Community Program WebEx Series is to establish a quarterly forum through which IHS, Tribal, and Urban [I/T/U] dental program staff are able to increase awareness and knowledge about the Indian Health Service [IHS] Early Childhood Caries Collaborative[ECCC] and to reduce ECC by 25 in 0-5 year-old American Indian and Alaska Native [AI/AN] children by September 30, 2015. ECC is defined as the presence of one or more decayed, missing [due to decay], or filled teeth in a child under 71 months of age. In the 2010 Survey of 0-5 Year-old AI/AN Children, 1 out of 5 one year-olds and 3 out of 4 five year-olds have experienced tooth decay [caries]. 62 of 2-5 year-old AI/AN children have experienced dental caries, compared to only 28 in the general U.S. population.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this series of WebEx sessions, you will be able to:
    1. List preventive and early intervention objectives of the ECCC.
    2. Discuss effective ways to contact and engage medical and community partners to become working members of the ECCC.
    3. Describe the importance of evaluating ECCC goals.
    4. Identify how ECCC outcomes will be measured.
    5. Justify the importance of coding standardization and the rationale to apply codes in a consistent and appropriate manner.
    6. Create and implement best practices to increase and sustain access to dental care in 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    7. Create and implement best practices to increase the number of sealants applied to 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    8. Create and implement best practices to increase the number of topical fluoride applied to 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    9. Create and implement best practices increase the number of Interim Therapeutic Restorations [ITRs] [also known as “Mighty Mouth Fillings”] in 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0048: Women's Health Testing & Use of the Microscope
    Date(s): 8/18/2011 - 8/18/2011
    Facility: Pinon Dental Clinic Location: Pinon, AZ
    Instructor(s): Patricia Thornton Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 2 - 10 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of CSC File 5584.

    It is the policy of the Indian Health Service [IHS], Division of Oral Health [DOH], that faculty/presenters disclose any significant financial or other relationships with commercial companies whose products may be discussed in the activity. The IHS, DOH also requires faculty disclose any unlabeled or investigational use [not yet approved for any purpose] of pharmaceutical products and medical devices.

    This course has been planned and implemented in accordance with the ADA CERP Recognition Standards and Procedures. None of the faculty/presenters for this activity has a conflict of interest, and there is no use of unlabeled or investigational pharmaceutical products or medical devices. The educational objectives, content and selection of educational methods and instructors are conducted independent of any commercial entity.

    Concerns or complaints about this course may be directed to marybeth.kinney@comcast.net or to ADA CERP at http://www.ada.org/goto/cerp.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0049: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 9/26/2011 - 9/29/2011
    Facility: Watonga Dental Clinic Location: Watonga, OK
    Instructor(s): Ginger Roberts Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 40.00 (Total CDE); 40.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 40.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Our trainees are provided a presentation, along with hands-on use, of the Clinical Applications and the Electronic Appointment Scheduler in the Dentrix Enterprise electronic dental record [EDR]. This course of instruction is presented on site for a full five days. An additional two days are spent together with the trainer during “Go Live” following the initial five days. At this time, the EDR is put to work with active patients in the dental clinic, with the trainer there to assist the Doctors and Staff Members as they use the software.

    We will instruct the Dental Chief, Staff Dentists, and the entire Team, respective to position, on how to:
    1. Setup the Clinic in Dentrix Enterprise [includes Password Security settings and assigned rights for a Login/Password for each Provider and Staff Member].
    2. Enter existing treatment, treatment planned procedures, and completed treatment procedures in the Patient Chart.
    3. Enter Perio Charting of pocket depths, recession, etc.
    4. Complete and Approve Clinical Notes for each patient’s visit to the clinic.
    5. Appoint and Re-Appoint patients for needed treatment.
    6. Use scanning hardware and the Dentrix Enterprise Document Center to electronically store all paperwork.
    7. Set-up and monitor a Recall system for ongoing patient care.
    8. Use the DXOne reporting module for collection of statistical data for various Reporting needs.
    9. If applicable, use Dentrix Image, digital x-ray software that is the Dentrix Enterprise solution for acquiring, manipulating, and storing digital images.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Effectively chart patient conditions, along with planned and completed treatment, in an electronic format.
    2. Write, approve, and store Clinical Notes electronically.
    3. Produce, manipulate, and store digital images [if applicable to the clinic].
    4. Enter and archive Patient Appointments electronically.
    5. Track and contact Patients for treatment planned, and for regular hygiene care needed.
    6. Use Dentrix Enterprise to go completely chartless/paperless when desired.
    7. Retrieve, schedule, manage, and maintain statistical data at will.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0050: American Cancer Society Programs and Services
    Date(s): 7/28/2011 - 7/28/2011
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This meeting is part of a series File 5531 at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0051: HP/DP Program Awards Proposal Writing
    Date(s): 12/9/2011 - 12/9/2011
    Facility: via WebEx Location: Phoenix, AZ
    Instructor(s): , Alyssa York Director: Alyssa York
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.50 (Total CDE); 1.50 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This 90 minute session will be presented by WebEx.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this session, the participant will be able to:
    1. List what types of interventions and service to include in a HP/DP program awards proposal and not include in their proposal.
    2. State the Guidelines to writing and submitting the HP/DP program award proposals.
    3. Explain the criterion the reviewers will be looking for when reviewing the HP/DP program award proposals.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0053: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 2/21/2012 - 2/22/2012
    Facility: Bemidji Area Office Location: Bemidji, MN
    Instructor(s): Alice Kaplan, Lisa Green, Ginger Roberts, Lisa Harris Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 16.00 (Total CDE); 16.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 16.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This two-day course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 4.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0054: 2012 Nashville Area Dental Meeting
    Date(s): 5/15/2012 - 5/17/2012
    Facility: Nashville Area Office Location: Nashville, TN
    Instructor(s): MARY HOLLISTER, Timothy Ricks, Joseph Park, Sharon Myrick Carter, Robin Bartlett, PATRICIA PLANCK, John Ottesen, Harry Brown, GEORGE CHIARCHIARO, PATRICK BLAHUT, Kristina Rogers, , John Schutze Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 20 - 50 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 17.75 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 132); 0.50 (AGD - 148); 3.00 (AGD - 149); 4.50 (AGD - 151); 0.75 (AGD - 250); 3.00 (AGD - 258); 1.00 (AGD - 550); 1.00 (AGD - 555); 0.50 (AGD - 750); 1.50 (AGD - 144); 1.00 (AGD - 557)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this three-day meeting is to provide Nashville Area dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants with knowledge to improve skills in the areas of periodontal treatment and management, endodontic treatment, implementation of the IHS ECC Initiative, operative dentistry, GPRA dental measures, dental public health, and preventive dentistry.

    Day 1 Agenda
    8:00 – 8:30    Registration/Welcome    Drs. Ricks and Hollister
    8:30 – 9:15    Update on ADO and DSC Activities    Drs. Ricks and Hollister
    9:15 – 10:45 QI & QA Dr. Ricks and Dr. Hollister
    10:45-11:00   Break   
    11:00 – 12:00 Knowledge Café [snacks served] -    Dr. Cathy Hollister: Moderator
    12:00 – 12:45 Drive from Nashville Area Office to Meharry Dental School    
    1:00 – 1:30    Tour of Meharry Dental School    Dr. Tim Ricks:Coordinator
    1:30 – 2:15    Clinical Demonstration of ITR’s    Dr. Sharon Myrick Carter
    2:30 – 3:00    Infection Control    Dr. Sharon Myrick Carter
    3:00 – 4:00    Dental Public Health: An Academia Perspective    Dr. Myrick Carter
    4:00 – 4:45    Drive from Meharry Dental School to Nashville Area Office    

    Day 2
    8:00 – 9:00    Early Childhood Caries Update    Dr. Tim Ricks
    9:00 – 10:00 Virtual Learning Community Program Panel    Dr. Tim Ricks: Moderator
    10:15 – 11:15 Caries Risk and Evidence-Based Recalls    Dr. Cathy Hollister
    11:15 – 12:15 Age-appropriate Patient Education   Pat Planck
    12:15-12:30   Poster Set Up   
    12:30 – 1:30 Lunch [on own]    
    1:30 – 2:30    Pain Management and Identifying and Treating Drug-Seeking Patients   Robin Bartlett, Nashville Area Pharmacy Consultant
    2:30-3:00    The Pregnant Dental Patient   Dr. Juan Packer
    3:00-4:30    Poster Session   Dr. Cathy Hollister: Moderator

    Day 3
    8:15 – 9:15   Credentialing & Dental Privileging    Dr. Harry Brown, CMO
    9:15-10:15   QMAN: Running and Using Reports    Drs. Hollister and Ricks
    10:15 – 10:30 Break    
    10:30 – 11:00 Dental Program Reviews: How to Interpret Findings Dr. Tim Ricks
    11:00 – 12:00 Malpractice Update [via WebEx]   Dr. Patrick Blahut, IHS DOH
    12:00 – 1:00 Lunch [on own]    
    1:00 – 2:00    Process Improvement    John Shutze, Area QI Coordinator
    2:00 – 2:30    Government Performance and Results Act    Kristina Rogers
    2:30-3:30   Best Practices GPRA/ECC   Dr. Tim Ricks
    3:30 – 4:30    Awards & Recognition    Dr. Ricks & Hollister

    Learning Objectives:

    Objectives on file.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0055: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 3/6/2012 - 3/7/2012
    Facility: Bemidji Area Office Location: Bemidji, MN
    Instructor(s): Lisa Green, Ginger Roberts, Lisa Harris, Alice Kaplan Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 16.00 (Total CDE); 16.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 16.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This two-day course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 4.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0056: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 3/13/2012 - 3/14/2012
    Facility: Oklahoma City Area Office Location: Oklahoma City, OK
    Instructor(s): Lisa Green, Ginger Roberts, Lisa Harris, Alice Kaplan Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 16.00 (Total CDE); 16.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 16.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This two-day course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 4.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0057: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 3/14/2012 - 3/15/2012
    Facility: Albuquerque Area Office Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): Alice Kaplan, Lisa Green, Ginger Roberts, Lisa Harris Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 16.00 (Total CDE); 16.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 16.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This two-day course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 4.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0058: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 3/27/2012 - 3/28/2012
    Facility: Portland Area Office Location: Portland, OR
    Instructor(s): Alice Kaplan, Lisa Green, Ginger Roberts, Lisa Harris Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 16.00 (Total CDE); 16.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 16.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This two-day course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 4.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0059: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 4/10/2012 - 4/11/2012
    Facility: Oklahoma City Area Office Location: Oklahoma City, OK
    Instructor(s): Alice Kaplan, Lisa Green, Ginger Roberts, Lisa Harris Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 16.00 (Total CDE); 16.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 16.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This two-day course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 4.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0060: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 4/11/2012 - 4/12/2012
    Facility: Bemidji Area Office Location: Bemidji, MN
    Instructor(s): Alice Kaplan, Lisa Green, Ginger Roberts, Lisa Harris Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff, Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 16.00 (Total CDE); 16.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 16.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This two-day course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 4.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0061: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 4/17/2012 - 4/18/2012
    Facility: Portland Area Office Location: Portland, OR
    Instructor(s): Alice Kaplan, Lisa Green, Ginger Roberts, Lisa Harris Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 16.00 (Total CDE); 16.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 16.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This two-day course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 4.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0062: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 5/16/2012 - 5/17/2012
    Facility: Oklahoma City Area Office Location: Oklahoma City, OK
    Instructor(s): Alice Kaplan, Lisa Green, Ginger Roberts, Lisa Harris Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 16.00 (Total CDE); 16.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 16.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This two-day course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 4.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0063: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 5/30/2012 - 5/31/2012
    Facility: Bemidji Area Office Location: Bemidji, MN
    Instructor(s): Alice Kaplan, Lisa Green, Ginger Roberts, Lisa Harris Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 16.00 (Total CDE); 16.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 16.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This two-day course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 4.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0064: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 5/30/2012 - 5/31/2012
    Facility: Albuquerque Area Office Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): Alice Kaplan, Lisa Green, Ginger Roberts, Lisa Harris Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 16.00 (Total CDE); 16.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 16.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This two-day course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 4.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0065: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 5/1/2012 - 5/2/2012
    Facility: Portland Area Office Location: Portland, OR
    Instructor(s): Alice Kaplan, Lisa Green, Ginger Roberts, Lisa Harris Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 16.00 (Total CDE); 16.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 16.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This two-day course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 4.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0066: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 7/17/2012 - 7/18/2012
    Facility: California Area Office Location: Sacramento, CA
    Instructor(s): Alice Kaplan, Lisa Green, Ginger Roberts, Lisa Harris Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 16.00 (Total CDE); 16.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 16.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course will be held at: 650 Capitol Mall, Ste. 7-100, Sacramento, CA 95814

    This two-day course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 4.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0067: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 7/25/2012 - 7/26/2012
    Facility: California Area Office Location: Sacramento, CA
    Instructor(s): Alice Kaplan, Lisa Green, Ginger Roberts, Lisa Harris Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 16.00 (Total CDE); 16.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 16.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This two-day course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 4.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0068: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 8/14/2012 - 8/15/2012
    Facility: California Area Office Location: Sacramento, CA
    Instructor(s): Alice Kaplan, Lisa Green, Ginger Roberts, Lisa Harris Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 16.00 (Total CDE); 16.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 16.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course will be held at: 650 Capitol Mall, Ste. 7-100, Sacramento, CA 95814

    This two-day course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 4.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0069: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 8/29/2012 - 8/30/2012
    Facility: California Area Office Location: Sacramento, CA
    Instructor(s): Alice Kaplan, Lisa Green, Ginger Roberts, Lisa Harris Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 16.00 (Total CDE); 16.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 16.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course will be held at: 650 Capitol Mall, Ste. 7-100, Sacramento, CA 95814

    This two-day course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 4.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0071: Hot Topics in Public Health: Is Caries Transmissible?
    Date(s): 1/25/2012 - 1/25/2012
    Facility: Conference call Location: Nashville, TN
    Instructor(s): Timothy Ricks Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (DANB Clinical); 1.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of a regular series of CE courses offered to the staff of the Nashville Area.

    Dental caries is a disease with multiple biological and socio-cultural determinants. The statement endorsed by the 53rd World Health Assembly of the World Health Organization states, “High relative risk of oral disease relates to socio-cultural determinants such as poor living conditions; low education; lack of traditions, beliefs and culture in support of oral health.” The statement goes on to list several risk factors for dental caries including biological, environmental, behavioral, and health infrastructure determinants.

    The purpose of this course is to review peer reviewed literature published in the last 10 years related to one of the biological determinants, i.e. streptococcus mutans transmission and its role in dental caries relative to the other socio-cultural determinants.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. Explain streptococcus mutans [SM] acquisition by both vertical and horizontal transmission.
    2. Describe the effectiveness of caries prevention by reducing SM.
    3. Explain the importance of SM acquisition relative to other caries determinants.


    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0072: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 5/31/2011 - 6/3/2011
    Facility: Menominee Tribal Clinic Location: Keshena, WI
    Instructor(s): Cindy Abreu Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 40.00 (Total CDE); 40.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 40.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Our trainees are provided a presentation, along with hands-on use, of the Clinical Applications and the Electronic Appointment Scheduler in the Dentrix Enterprise electronic dental record [EDR]. This course of instruction is presented on site for a full five days. An additional two days are spent together with the trainer during “Go Live” following the initial five days. At this time, the EDR is put to work with active patients in the dental clinic, with the trainer there to assist the Doctors and Staff Members as they use the software.

    We will instruct the Dental Chief, Staff Dentists, and the entire Team, respective to position, on how to:
    1. Setup the Clinic in Dentrix Enterprise [includes Password Security settings and assigned rights for a Login/Password for each Provider and Staff Member].
    2. Enter existing treatment, treatment planned procedures, and completed treatment procedures in the Patient Chart.
    3. Enter Perio Charting of pocket depths, recession, etc.
    4. Complete and Approve Clinical Notes for each patient’s visit to the clinic.
    5. Appoint and Re-Appoint patients for needed treatment.
    6. Use scanning hardware and the Dentrix Enterprise Document Center to electronically store all paperwork.
    7. Set-up and monitor a Recall system for ongoing patient care.
    8. Use the DXOne reporting module for collection of statistical data for various Reporting needs.
    9. If applicable, use Dentrix Image, digital x-ray software that is the Dentrix Enterprise solution for acquiring, manipulating, and storing digital images.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Effectively chart patient conditions, along with planned and completed treatment, in an electronic format.
    2. Write, approve, and store Clinical Notes electronically.
    3. Produce, manipulate, and store digital images [if applicable to the clinic].
    4. Enter and archive Patient Appointments electronically.
    5. Track and contact Patients for treatment planned, and for regular hygiene care needed.
    6. Use Dentrix Enterprise to go completely chartless/paperless when desired.
    7. Retrieve, schedule, manage, and maintain statistical data at will.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0079: Prevention 2011
    Date(s): 2/22/2012 - 2/22/2012
    Facility: Warm Springs Dental Clinic Location: Warm Springs, OR
    Instructor(s): Bonnie Bruerd Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 2 - 15 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (DANB Clinical); 2.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is not subject to the lottery. It is offered as an in-service only.

    This two-hour presentation is intended to provide the very latest information on the prevention and management of dental caries and periodontal diseases. Both clinical and community-based interventions will be presented and the learning group will discuss the implementation of these interventions in their local communities. Furthermore, the presentation will review dental program GPRA objectives, ECC, the effects of pop on children’s health, and effective health education strategies.

    It is the policy of the Indian Health Service [IHS], Division of Oral Health [DOH], that faculty/presenters disclose any significant financial or other relationships with commercial companies whose products may be discussed in the activity. The IHS, DOH also requires faculty disclose any unlabeled or investigational use [not yet approved for any purpose] of pharmaceutical products and medical devices.

    This course has been planned and implemented in accordance with the ADA CERP Recognition Standards and Procedures. None of the faculty/presenters for this activity has a conflict of interest, and there is no use of unlabeled or investigational pharmaceutical products or medical devices. The educational objectives, content and selection of educational methods and instructors are conducted independent of any commercial entity.

    Concerns or complaints about this course may be directed to marybeth.kinney@comcast.net or to ADA CERP at http://www.ada.org/goto/cerp.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

    1. List at least three modes of delivering fluoride.
    2. Describe at least one strategy to recruit school-age children to the dental clinic for sealants.
    3. Describe at least one strategy to recruit more infants and toddlers to the dental program for screening and fluoride.
    4. List at least two strategies to improve the effectiveness of health education.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0080: New Mexico Dental Support Center/Southern Area Health Education Center Conference
    Date(s): 4/14/2012 - 4/14/2012
    Facility: Hotel Encanto de Las Cruces Location: Las Cruces, NM
    Instructor(s): Scott Boots, David Ettinger, Irene Hilton Director: Carol Hanson
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 10 - 25 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 5.50 (Total CDE); 2.00 (AGD - 310); 1.50 (AGD - 770); 2.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this one-day conference is to provide continuing education for dental providers who practice in rural areas and community health center dental clinics.

    Learning Objectives:

    David Ettinger Session Summary & Learning Objectives:
    In this session, you will learn about extractions from routine to impactions including surgical complications, how to best manage infections, evaluation and treatment including medical management and surgical management, and dentoalveolar injuries from proper diagnosis to treatment.
    Upon completion of this session, the participant will be able to:
    1. List 3 common complications of extractions and identify management strategies.
    2. Recognize severity of infections and summarize how to manage.
    3. Recognize different dentoalveolar injuries and list treatment strategies.

    R. Scott Boots Session Summary & Learning Objectives:
    Health care providers are often at risk for burnout. This session will teach the health care provider to set healthy boundaries and respond to stress in healthy ways so he/she can better care for others.
    Upon completion of this session, the participant will be able to:
    1. Distinguish dynamics of providing care.
    2. Articulate how each person experiences stress uniquely.
    3. Identify symptoms of compassion fatigue.
    4. Utilize practical, proven solutions and exercises for stress reduction.
    5. Set healthy goals and create a future response plan for personal/professional stress.

    Irene Hilton Session Summary & Learning Objectives:
    Two phrases usually guaranteed to produce uncertainty in most dentists are “pregnant women” and “dental care”. While data show that pregnant women in all insurance categories receive dental care less than other individuals, the research evidence base as well as common sense reveal many reasons why the perinatal period is an optimum time to provide necessary dental care. This presentation will review the current research on how a women’s oral health may affect her children, and review current clinical guidelines for providing appropriate preventive and restorative treatment of pregnant women.
    Upon completion of this session, the participant will be able to:
    1. Explain effect of maternal oral health on families.
    2. Describe why pregnancy provides opportunity to provide oral health interventions for women.
    3. Apply the elements of clinical prevention and treatment guidelines for pregnant women.
    4. Describe how to develop medical-dental integration in the health care setting that improves perinatal health.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0081: Public Health Issues in Periodontics
    Date(s): By Request
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): TODD SMITH Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.50 (Total CDE); 1.50 (AGD - 490)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course showcases a risk based approach for the management of periodontal diseases. It includes basic information on periodontal detection, diagnosis, risk assessment, treatment planning, and prognosis.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Diagnose periodontal diseases.
    2. List 4 major risk factors that place patients at greater risk of developing periodontitis.
    3. Discriminate between teeth with guarded and hopeless prognoses.
    4. Explain how the concept of risk assessment and periodontal management might be used to improve access to dental care.

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0082: Early Childhood Caries Collaborative Virtual Learning Community Program [VLCP] WebEx March 2012
    Date(s): 3/7/2012 - 3/7/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Timothy Ricks Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Assistants, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 50 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.50 (Total CDE); 1.50 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The intent of the Virtual Learning Community Program WebEx Series is to establish a quarterly forum through which IHS, Tribal, and Urban [I/T/U] dental program staff are able to increase awareness and knowledge about the Indian Health Service [IHS] Early Childhood Caries Collaborative[ECCC] and to reduce ECC by 25 in 0-5 year-old American Indian and Alaska Native [AI/AN] children by September 30, 2015. ECC is defined as the presence of one or more decayed, missing [due to decay], or filled teeth in a child under 71 months of age. In the 2010 Survey of 0-5 Year-old AI/AN Children, 1 out of 5 one year-olds and 3 out of 4 five year-olds have experienced tooth decay [caries]. 62 of 2-5 year-old AI/AN children have experienced dental caries, compared to only 28 in the general U.S. population.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this series of WebEx sessions, you will be able to:
    1. List preventive and early intervention objectives of the ECCC.
    2. Discuss effective ways to contact and engage medical and community partners to become working members of the ECCC.
    3. Describe the importance of evaluating ECCC goals.
    4. Identify how ECCC outcomes will be measured.
    5. Justify the importance of coding standardization and the rationale to apply codes in a consistent and appropriate manner.
    6. Create and implement best practices to increase and sustain access to dental care in 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    7. Create and implement best practices to increase the number of sealants applied to 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    8. Create and implement best practices to increase the number of topical fluoride applied to 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    9. Create and implement best practices increase the number of Interim Therapeutic Restorations [ITRs] [also known as “Mighty Mouth Fillings”] in 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0083: Early Childhood Caries Collaborative Virtual Learning Community Program [VLCP] WebEx June 2012
    Date(s): 6/6/2012 - 6/6/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Timothy Ricks Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 50 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.50 (Total CDE); 1.50 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The intent of the Virtual Learning Community Program WebEx Series is to establish a quarterly forum through which IHS, Tribal, and Urban [I/T/U] dental program staff are able to increase awareness and knowledge about the Indian Health Service [IHS] Early Childhood Caries Collaborative[ECCC] and to reduce ECC by 25 in 0-5 year-old American Indian and Alaska Native [AI/AN] children by September 30, 2015. ECC is defined as the presence of one or more decayed, missing [due to decay], or filled teeth in a child under 71 months of age. In the 2010 Survey of 0-5 Year-old AI/AN Children, 1 out of 5 one year-olds and 3 out of 4 five year-olds have experienced tooth decay [caries]. 62 of 2-5 year-old AI/AN children have experienced dental caries, compared to only 28 in the general U.S. population.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this series of WebEx sessions, you will be able to:
    1. List preventive and early intervention objectives of the ECCC.
    2. Discuss effective ways to contact and engage medical and community partners to become working members of the ECCC.
    3. Describe the importance of evaluating ECCC goals.
    4. Identify how ECCC outcomes will be measured.
    5. Justify the importance of coding standardization and the rationale to apply codes in a consistent and appropriate manner.
    6. Create and implement best practices to increase and sustain access to dental care in 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    7. Create and implement best practices to increase the number of sealants applied to 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    8. Create and implement best practices to increase the number of topical fluoride applied to 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    9. Create and implement best practices increase the number of Interim Therapeutic Restorations [ITRs] [also known as “Mighty Mouth Fillings”] in 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0084: Early Childhood Caries Collaborative Virtual Learning Community Program [VLCP] WebEx September 2012
    Date(s): 9/5/2012 - 9/5/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Timothy Ricks Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 50 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.50 (Total CDE); 1.50 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The intent of the Virtual Learning Community Program WebEx Series is to establish a quarterly forum through which IHS, Tribal, and Urban [I/T/U] dental program staff are able to increase awareness and knowledge about the Indian Health Service [IHS] Early Childhood Caries Collaborative[ECCC] and to reduce ECC by 25 in 0-5 year-old American Indian and Alaska Native [AI/AN] children by September 30, 2015. ECC is defined as the presence of one or more decayed, missing [due to decay], or filled teeth in a child under 71 months of age. In the 2010 Survey of 0-5 Year-old AI/AN Children, 1 out of 5 one year-olds and 3 out of 4 five year-olds have experienced tooth decay [caries]. 62 of 2-5 year-old AI/AN children have experienced dental caries, compared to only 28 in the general U.S. population.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this series of WebEx sessions, you will be able to:
    1. List preventive and early intervention objectives of the ECCC.
    2. Discuss effective ways to contact and engage medical and community partners to become working members of the ECCC.
    3. Describe the importance of evaluating ECCC goals.
    4. Identify how ECCC outcomes will be measured.
    5. Justify the importance of coding standardization and the rationale to apply codes in a consistent and appropriate manner.
    6. Create and implement best practices to increase and sustain access to dental care in 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    7. Create and implement best practices to increase the number of sealants applied to 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    8. Create and implement best practices to increase the number of topical fluoride applied to 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    9. Create and implement best practices increase the number of Interim Therapeutic Restorations [ITRs] [also known as “Mighty Mouth Fillings”] in 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0085: Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever in Arizona: Atypical Presentations and Subsequent Outcomes
    Date(s): 1/6/2012 - 1/6/2012
    Facility: San Xavier Conference Center Location: Sells, AZ
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 3 - 7 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of a series of meetings sponsored by/for the Sells facility staff. CSC has all documents on File 5564.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0086: Echocardiography: Indications and the Innocent Murmur
    Date(s): 2/3/2012 - 2/3/2012
    Facility: San Xavier Conference Center Location: Sells, AZ
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 3 - 7 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of a series of meetings sponsored by/for the Sells facility staff. CSC has all documents on File 5564.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0087: PANDA - Prevent Abuse and Neglect Through Dental Awareness
    Date(s): 3/28/2012 - 3/28/2012
    Facility: TBD Location: Nashville, TN
    Instructor(s): Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (DANB Clinical); 1.00 (AGD - 155)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of a regular series of CE courses offered to the staff of the Nashville Area.

    PANDA is a program to address the lack of child abuse and neglect reporting by dental professionals. The educational program includes the history of family violence in our society, clinical examples of confirmed abuse and neglect, and discussions of legal and liability issues involved in family violence interventions.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Identify average age of abused children.
    2. Define the factors that contribute to abuse.
    3. List warning signs of abuse.
    4. Name the most common dental injury reported in cases of child abuse.
    5. Discuss the most appropriate time to report suspected child abuse.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0092: An Update on Lung Cancer and Smoking
    Date(s): 2/18/2011 - 2/18/2011
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This meeting is part of a series File 5531 at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

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    Travel:

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    DE0093: Electronic Health Records
    Date(s): 2/24/2011 - 2/24/2011
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This meeting is part of a series File 5531 at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

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    DE0094: Updates in Data on Organ and Tissue Donation
    Date(s): 3/10/2011 - 3/10/2011
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This meeting is part of a series File 5531 at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

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    Travel:

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    DE0095: HIV/STD Screening
    Date(s): 3/24/2011 - 3/24/2011
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This meeting is part of a series File 5531 at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

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    DE0096: Elder Abuse
    Date(s): 4/14/2011 - 4/14/2011
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 156)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This meeting is part of a series File 5531 at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

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    DE0097: Screening for Abuse
    Date(s): 4/28/2011 - 4/28/2011
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 156)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This meeting is part of a series File 5531 at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

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    Travel:

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    DE0098: Procalcitonin: Clinical Application in Sepsis
    Date(s): 8/11/2011 - 8/11/2011
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This meeting is part of a series File 5531 at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

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    Travel:

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    DE0099: Oklahoma Health Professionals Program: An Overview
    Date(s): 10/27/2011 - 10/27/2011
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This meeting is part of a series File 5531 at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

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    DE0100: Controversies and Treatments in Endocrinology and Diabetology
    Date(s): 11/10/2011 - 11/10/2011
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 754)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This meeting is part of a series File 5531 at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

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    DE0101: Medical Errors and Risk Management
    Date(s): 12/2/2011 - 12/2/2011
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This meeting is part of a series File 5531 at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

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    DE0102: DXA 101: Overview of Bone Density
    Date(s): 12/8/2011 - 12/8/2011
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This meeting is part of a series File 5531 at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

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    DE0104: AIDC Dental Study Group April 2012
    Date(s): 4/18/2012 - 4/18/2012
    Facility: AIDC Conference Room Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): Rick Svitzer Director: Suzanne Marks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 6 - 12 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.50 (Total CDE); 1.50 (AGD - 370)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The AIDC Dental Study Group will meet in the AIDC Conference Room for 1.5 hours every 2 months [9 hours/year].. The group will consist of AIDC dentists and dental hygienists. Continuing dental education will be provided by the study group participants in one of the following formats:
    1. Journal article presentations
    2. Clinical case presentations
    3. Dental seminars
    4. Guest speaker presentations

    It is the policy of the Indian Health Service [IHS], Division of Oral Health [DOH], that faculty/presenters disclose any significant financial or other relationships with commercial companies whose products may be discussed in the activity. The IHS, DOH also requires faculty disclose any unlabeled or investigational use [not yet approved for any purpose] of pharmaceutical products and medical devices.

    This course has been planned and implemented in accordance with the ADA CERP Recognition Standards and Procedures. None of the faculty/presenters for this activity has a conflict of interest, and there is no use of unlabeled or investigational pharmaceutical products or medical devices. The educational objectives, content and selection of educational methods and instructors are conducted independent of any commercial entity.

    Concerns or complaints about this course may be directed to marybeth.kinney@comcast.net or to ADA CERP at http://www.ada.org/goto/cerp.

    Learning Objectives:

    In this study group session the Albuquerque Area Dentists and Hygienists will discuss basic orthodontic treatment principles for early orthodontic treatment by the general dentist.
    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Recognize principles of influencing growth.
    2. Identify anchorage requirements.
    3. List crossbite corrections.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    None

    Payment Address:





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    DE0105: The Diabetes-Oral Health Connection
    Date(s): 2/22/2012 - 2/22/2012
    Facility: WebEx Location:
    Instructor(s): TODD SMITH Director: Wendy Sandoval
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 25 - 50 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 490)
    Summary:

    This is a course sponsored by CSC. Supporting documentation in File 5640.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0106: Issues Associated with Alzheimer's Disease
    Date(s): 1/19/2011 - 1/19/2011
    Facility: Gila River Conference Room Location: Sacaton, AZ
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 15 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 752)
    Summary:

    This is a course sponsored by CSC File 5412. All documentation on file at CSC in Phoenix, AZ.

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    DE0107: Non-Invasive Physiologic Testing
    Date(s): 6/3/2010 - 6/3/2010
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 8 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    Documentation for this course is in CSC File 5373.

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    DE0108: Colorectal Cancer Screening
    Date(s): 9/23/2010 - 9/23/2010
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 8 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
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    Documentation for this course is in CSC File 5373.

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    DE0109: Chemical Dependency
    Date(s): 10/14/2010 - 10/14/2010
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 8 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 157)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    Documentation for this course is in CSC File 5373.

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    DE0110: Safe Medication Guide
    Date(s): 1/27/2011 - 1/27/2011
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 8 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 016)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    Documentation for this course is in CSC File 5373.

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    DE0111: Atopic Dermatitis
    Date(s): 2/16/2011 - 2/16/2011
    Facility: Tsaile Health Center Location: Tsaile, AZ
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 3 - 9 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
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    All documentation for this course is with CSC File 5419.

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    DE0114: Albuquerque Area Dental Chiefs Meeting 2012
    Date(s): 4/24/2012 - 4/25/2012
    Facility: Albuquerque Area Office Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): Timothy Ricks, KIM HORT, TODD SMITH Director: Suzanne Marks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 12 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 7.00 (Total CDE); 5.50 (AGD - 258); 1.50 (AGD - 750)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Two day gathering of chiefs in the Albuquerque Area. No pre-registration is required.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this session, the participant will be able to:

    CAMBRA Session:

    1. Define CAMBRA and understand one clinic’s approach to utilizing the principles in a Public Health setting.
    2. Site examples of pertinent literature and patient education materials that support this model.
    3. Appropriately prescribe diagnostic tests and oral chemotherapeutics in the prevention of dental caries.

    ECC Session:

    1. Define early childhood caries and discuss the prevalence of this disease in the Indian Health Service and your Area.
    2. Identify best practices nationally and in each respective Area that improve access to care, sealants, fluoride varnish applications by medical and dental teams, and ITRs.
    3. Identify key medical and community partners and how dental can collaborate with these partners on the ECC Initiative.

    Diabetes Session:

    1. Explain the latest research on the “2-Way-Relationship” between periodontal diseases and diabetes mellitus.
    2. Describe dental treatment modifications for people with diabetes.
    3. List the components of the “diabetic protocol.”
    4. Recognize and treat hypoglycemia at chairside.




    Prerequisites:

    None

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    DE0115: ITCA Dental Conference
    Date(s): 6/18/2012 - 6/21/2012
    Facility: Wild Horse Pass Hotel Location: Chandler, AZ
    Instructor(s): Mike Lanzieri, Julia Wacloff, Alyssa York, Jennifer Harte, Danielle Gilliam, James Osaki, TODD SMITH, RaNee Tuscano, Carolyn Holman, Hamid Afshari, Maureen Romer, Keisha Robinson, PATRICK BLAHUT, Scott Josephson, Launi Andrews, Timothy Ricks, Mary Williard, Douglas Kerr, Douglas Benting, Richard Chaet, Michael Thompson Director: Alyssa York
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 10 - 60 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 43.00 (Total CDE); 3.00 (AGD - 148); 4.50 (AGD - 754); 1.50 (AGD - 490); 3.00 (AGD - 310); 0.50 (AGD - 158); 1.50 (AGD - 142); 3.00 (AGD - 151); 1.50 (AGD - 557); 1.50 (AGD - 258); 3.00 (AGD - 132); 1.50 (AGD - 157); 4.50 (AGD - 149); 1.50 (AGD - 555); 3.00 (AGD - 430); 3.00 (AGD - 690); 3.00 (AGD - 250); 3.00 (AGD - 070)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Registration for this course is being handled by Alyssa York. She can be reached at Alyssa.york@itcaonline.com. The 2012 dental conference will include current and relevant oral health topics related to dental prevention, malpractice, diabetes, ECC, pediatrics, endodontics, periodontics, billing and docing, dental hygiene, and substance abuse.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this session, the participant will be able to:

    Dental Infection and Control Update
    1. Describe prevention strategies for occupational exposures.
    2. Discuss the need for prompt medical evaluation following an occupational exposure incident.
    3. Describe hand hygiene, disinfection, and instrument processing procedures.

    American Diabetes Association

    1. Articulate the epidemiology of diabetes.
    2. Identify signs and symptoms of diabetes.
    3. Recognize dental symptoms and complications.

    Diabetes and Periodontitis
    1. Describe the latest research on the two-way relationship between perio and diabetes.
    2. Describe dnetal treatment modifications for people with diabetes.
    3. List components of the diabetic protocol.

    Dental Alveolar Surgery for the General Dentist
    1. Evaluate patient for surgery.
    2. Discuss aseptic technique.

    Cleaning & Disinfecting Environmental Surfaces
    1. Describe the importance of environmental infection control.
    2. Discuss methods to prevent environmental surface contamination.
    3. Describe various classifications of disinfectant products.

    Oral Health in Early Childhood
    1. Discuss three messages for chilc care providers and parents on why deciduous teeth matter.
    2. Explain the transmission of bacteria and its rold in the aries process.
    3. Explain the purpose and benefits of serving snacks at regularly scheduled times.

    Tobacco Cessation
    1. Employ the “Ask, Advise, Refer” system in their practice
    2. Refer tobacco using patients for free help in quitting
    3. Use the AZ Smokers’ Helpline quit fax.

    Common Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office
    1. Explain management of common medical emergencies in the dental office.
    2. List recommended available pharmaceutical agents in an emergency kit.

    Epidemiology 101

    1. Differentiate health care and public health.
    2. Define epidemiology.
    3. Identify common health indicators used by oral health professionals.

    The Medically Complex Dental Patient

    1. List the best practices for managing dental patients with chronic medical conditions.
    2. Explain the current published guidelines regarding antibiotic prophylaxis for patients with prosthetic joint replacement.

    HP/DP Proposal Writing
    1. Determine what types of interventions and service to include in a HP/DP program awards proposal.
    2. Apply the guidelines upon writing and sumitting the proposal.
    3. Identify the criterion the reviewers will be looking for when reviewing the HP/DP proposal.

    Common Use for Lasers and Techniques for Implants
    1. Explain different applications for laser technology in general practice.
    2. List the benefits of using a laser for the procedures.

    Prevention: The Oral Cavity

    1. Incorporate new ideas for delivering scientific information in simple terms.
    2. Use tools and terms to facilitate guidance, communication, and activities that foster effective patient/provider relationships.
    3. List fresh ideas to empower patients to become a part of the dental team.

    ECC Update
    1. Define early childhood caries and discuss the prevalence of this disease in the IHS and your Area.
    2. Identify best practices that improve access to care, sealants, fluoride varnish applications by medical and dental teams and ITRs.
    3. List key medical and community partners and how dental can collaborate with these partners on the ECC initiative.

    How to Numb the Tooth
    1. Explain techniques and pharmacology of local anesthetic agents.
    2. Incorporate new techniques to better manage intra-operative pain and to reduce anxiety in dental patients.

    Ill effects of Substance Abuse
    1. Identify the signs of alcoholism.
    2. List the clinical signs of nicotine abuse.
    3. Explain methamphetamine abuse using street names.

    Alaska's Dental Health Aides
    1. Explain the DHAT scope of practice.
    2. List the parameters of supervision of dental therapists.

    Risk Management
    1. List five prerequisites for a successful malpractice claim.
    2. State the most common two clinical situations that lead to malpractice claims.

    Pediatric Dentistry
    1. Expain methods of dealing with behavioral challenges with pediatric patients.
    2. Improve pediatric treatment planning.

    Are All Implants Created Equal?
    1. Evaluate how the design of the dental implant its three-dimensional position influences the restoration and post-treatment maintenance differently for single ‘teeth’ vs. an edentulous span.
    2. Evaluate a rationale for screw-retained restorations vs. cement-retained restorations with indications and potential concerns for each design related to post-treatment maintenance.
    3. List resources [websites & research] to aid in the evaluation and decision making process.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0117: CEREC Training
    Date(s): 5/25/2012 - 5/25/2012
    Facility: Winslow Dental Clinic Location: Winslow, AZ
    Instructor(s): Brian Harris Director: Starlene Curley-Buonviri
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 10 - 30 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 6.75 (Total CDE); 6.75 (AGD - 610)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This one day course reviews the 4.0 software, prep design and completion of multiple units crown/onlay. Please contact Star Curley at starlene.curley@wihcc.org if you are interested in attending.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Master 4.0 software and understand its limitations.
    2. Prep, image and design multiple restorations.
    3. Discuss advanced prep design.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0118: Pulpotomies for Primary Teeth
    Date(s): 4/24/2012 - 4/24/2012
    Facility: TBD Location: Nashville, TN
    Instructor(s): Joyce Biberica Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (DANB Clinical); 1.00 (AGD - 430)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of a regular series of CE courses offered to the staff of the Nashville Area.

    This course will review clinical indications for a primary tooth pulpotomy and discuss techniques for performing treatment in a clinical setting.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Identify the indications/contraindications for a primary tooth pulpotomy.
    2. Employ the techniques for performing a primary tooth pulpotomy.
    3. Explain the rationale for a primary tooth pulpotomy.


    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0120: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 12/5/2011 - 12/9/2011
    Facility: Hunter Health Clinic Location: Wichita, KS
    Instructor(s): Ginger Roberts Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 40.00 (Total CDE); 40.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 40.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Our trainees are provided a presentation, along with hands-on use, of the Clinical Applications and the Electronic Appointment Scheduler in the Dentrix Enterprise electronic dental record [EDR]. This course of instruction is presented on site for a full five days. An additional two days are spent together with the trainer during “Go Live” following the initial five days. At this time, the EDR is put to work with active patients in the dental clinic, with the trainer there to assist the Doctors and Staff Members as they use the software.

    We will instruct the Dental Chief, Staff Dentists, and the entire Team, respective to position, on how to:
    1. Setup the Clinic in Dentrix Enterprise [includes Password Security settings and assigned rights for a Login/Password for each Provider and Staff Member].
    2. Enter existing treatment, treatment planned procedures, and completed treatment procedures in the Patient Chart.
    3. Enter Perio Charting of pocket depths, recession, etc.
    4. Complete and Approve Clinical Notes for each patient’s visit to the clinic.
    5. Appoint and Re-Appoint patients for needed treatment.
    6. Use scanning hardware and the Dentrix Enterprise Document Center to electronically store all paperwork.
    7. Set-up and monitor a Recall system for ongoing patient care.
    8. Use the DXOne reporting module for collection of statistical data for various Reporting needs.
    9. If applicable, use Dentrix Image, digital x-ray software that is the Dentrix Enterprise solution for acquiring, manipulating, and storing digital images.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Effectively chart patient conditions, along with planned and completed treatment, in an electronic format.
    2. Write, approve, and store Clinical Notes electronically.
    3. Produce, manipulate, and store digital images [if applicable to the clinic].
    4. Enter and archive Patient Appointments electronically.
    5. Track and contact Patients for treatment planned, and for regular hygiene care needed.
    6. Use Dentrix Enterprise to go completely chartless/paperless when desired.
    7. Retrieve, schedule, manage, and maintain statistical data at will.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0123: Portland Area Dental Chiefs Meeting
    Date(s): 7/16/2012 - 7/17/2012
    Facility: Blanchard Plaza Location: Seattle, WA
    Instructor(s): Chris Baumgartner, TODD SMITH, Beatrice Gandara, KRISTI LINSENMAYER, Celeste Davis, Raymond Lala, WILLIAM STENBERG, PATRICK BLAHUT Director: WOODY CROW
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 20 - 30 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 10.50 (Total CDE); 3.00 (AGD - 490); 1.50 (AGD - 754); 1.50 (AGD - 555); 1.00 (AGD - 430); 2.50 (AGD - 149); 1.00 (AGD - 016)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This two day meeting is offered to Portland Dental Area Chiefs.
    Objectives for individual sessions are on file.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this meeting, the participant will be able to:
    1. Discuss updates on the IHS Dental Program.
    2. List the periodontal needs of diabetic patients.
    3. Review dental program and clinic accreditation.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0124: Prevention 2011
    Date(s): 4/18/2012 - 4/18/2012
    Facility: Roger Saux Dental Clinic Location: Taholah, WA
    Instructor(s): Bonnie Bruerd Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 2 - 15 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (DANB Clinical); 2.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is not subject to the lottery. It is offered as an in-service only.

    This two-hour presentation is intended to provide the very latest information on the prevention and management of dental caries and periodontal diseases. Both clinical and community-based interventions will be presented and the learning group will discuss the implementation of these interventions in their local communities. Furthermore, the presentation will review dental program GPRA objectives, ECC, the effects of pop on children’s health, and effective health education strategies.

    It is the policy of the Indian Health Service [IHS], Division of Oral Health [DOH], that faculty/presenters disclose any significant financial or other relationships with commercial companies whose products may be discussed in the activity. The IHS, DOH also requires faculty disclose any unlabeled or investigational use [not yet approved for any purpose] of pharmaceutical products and medical devices.

    This course has been planned and implemented in accordance with the ADA CERP Recognition Standards and Procedures. None of the faculty/presenters for this activity has a conflict of interest, and there is no use of unlabeled or investigational pharmaceutical products or medical devices. The educational objectives, content and selection of educational methods and instructors are conducted independent of any commercial entity.

    Concerns or complaints about this course may be directed to marybeth.kinney@comcast.net or to ADA CERP at http://www.ada.org/goto/cerp.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

    1. List at least three modes of delivering fluoride.
    2. Describe at least one strategy to recruit school-age children to the dental clinic for sealants.
    3. Describe at least one strategy to recruit more infants and toddlers to the dental program for screening and fluoride.
    4. List at least two strategies to improve the effectiveness of health education.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0125: Silver Diammine Fluoride in Dentistry
    Date(s): 5/30/2012 - 5/30/2012
    Facility: Adobe Connect Location:
    Instructor(s): Peter Milgrom Director: Sarah Shoffstall-Cone
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 017)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this one hour lecture is to provide an update on the clinical uses and safety of silver fluoride in Dentistry and give an update on efforts to get it approved by the FDA.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Describe diammine silver fluoride, its composition, and use.
    2. Discuss the efficacy of silver fluoride to arrest caries and reduce dentin hypersensitivity.
    3. Characterize the safety of silver fluoride and how it should be handled and stored.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0131: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 5/14/2012 - 5/18/2012
    Facility: Grand Traverse Band Dental Clinic Location: Peshawbestown, MI
    Instructor(s): Cindy Abreu Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 40.00 (Total CDE); 40.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 40.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Our trainees are provided a presentation, along with hands-on use, of the Clinical Applications and the Electronic Appointment Scheduler in the Dentrix Enterprise electronic dental record [EDR]. This course of instruction is presented on site for a full five days. An additional two days are spent together with the trainer during “Go Live” following the initial five days. At this time, the EDR is put to work with active patients in the dental clinic, with the trainer there to assist the Doctors and Staff Members as they use the software.

    We will instruct the Dental Chief, Staff Dentists, and the entire Team, respective to position, on how to:
    1. Setup the Clinic in Dentrix Enterprise [includes Password Security settings and assigned rights for a Login/Password for each Provider and Staff Member].
    2. Enter existing treatment, treatment planned procedures, and completed treatment procedures in the Patient Chart.
    3. Enter Perio Charting of pocket depths, recession, etc.
    4. Complete and Approve Clinical Notes for each patient’s visit to the clinic.
    5. Appoint and Re-Appoint patients for needed treatment.
    6. Use scanning hardware and the Dentrix Enterprise Document Center to electronically store all paperwork.
    7. Set-up and monitor a Recall system for ongoing patient care.
    8. Use the DXOne reporting module for collection of statistical data for various Reporting needs.
    9. If applicable, use Dentrix Image, digital x-ray software that is the Dentrix Enterprise solution for acquiring, manipulating, and storing digital images.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Effectively chart patient conditions, along with planned and completed treatment, in an electronic format.
    2. Write, approve, and store Clinical Notes electronically.
    3. Produce, manipulate, and store digital images [if applicable to the clinic].
    4. Enter and archive Patient Appointments electronically.
    5. Track and contact Patients for treatment planned, and for regular hygiene care needed.
    6. Use Dentrix Enterprise to go completely chartless/paperless when desired.
    7. Retrieve, schedule, manage, and maintain statistical data at will.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0132: Portland Area Prevention Coordinators Meeting
    Date(s): 7/17/2012 - 7/18/2012
    Facility: Northern Quest Resort Location: Airway Heights, WA
    Instructor(s): Kathy Phipps, Kathy O'Meara-Wyman, Jared Evans, Bonnie Bruerd, BRUCE JOHNSON, Raymond Dailey Director: Bonnie Bruerd
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 10 - 40 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 9.50 (Total CDE); 0.50 (AGD - 770); 2.00 (AGD - 151); 5.25 (AGD - 258); 1.75 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this course is to promote dental disease prevention activity among the 34 dental programs in the Portland Area and to encourage effective leadership to accomplish all program objectives.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this meeting, the participant will be able to:
    1. Describe the oral health status of AI/AN children.
    2. Describe best practices to prevent ECC.
    3. List best practices to increase performance of GPRA objectives.
    4. List and describe tools to build effective leadership in a dental program.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0134: Is There a Link Between Periodontitis and Cardiovascular Disease?
    Date(s): 8/8/2012 - 8/8/2012
    Facility: Adobe Connect Location:
    Instructor(s): TODD SMITH Director: Sarah Shoffstall-Cone
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 490)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is a webinar via Adobe Connect for the IHS NOHC.

    Recently a review found that periodontitis does not cause cardiovascular disease. The current evidence will be discussed as well as reactions to the article. What we tell our patients will be summarized.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Identify the links between periodontitis and cardiovascular disease.
    2. Answer questions from patients regarding periodontitis and cardiovascular disease.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0140: Pediatric Update
    Date(s): 8/24/2012 - 8/24/2012
    Facility: United Way of Central New Mexico Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): Jessica Lee Director: Suzanne Marks
    Audience: Assistants, Hygienists, Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 20 - 80 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 6.00 (Total CDE); 6.00 (AGD - 430)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    To register for this course, call Albuquerque Area Dental Support Center at 505-922-4229. The first session will serve as a comprehensive review of clinical pediatric dentistry. Course participants will interact with the instructor in an open-forum seminar on a variety of pediatric dentistry topics including the following:
    1. Examination, diagnosis and treatment planning
    2. Infant examination and anticipatory guidance
    3. Restorative dentistry for the pediatric patient
    4. Pulp therapy for the primary dentition.

    The second session will be a contemporary update in the diagnosis and management of permanent tooth trauma in children and young adolescents. The format will feature a review of up-to-date fundamentals, many of which will be illustrated by case reviews. Participants will learn about emerging treatment modalities. Avulsion therapy will be examined from the standpoint of re-plantation with reliance on best evidence. Revascularization and de-coronation will be discussed as emerging treatment strategies to consider following permanent tooth trauma.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Describe and implement an infant oral health exam.
    2. Discuss preventive and restorative treatment options for children.
    3. Explain the management of simple and complex dental injuries.
    4. List contemporary clinical treatment modalities for everyday clinical practice.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0142: Use of Algorithms in Primary Care
    Date(s): 10/20/2011 - 10/20/2011
    Facility: Crow/Northern Cheyenne Hospital Location: Crow Agency, MT
    Instructor(s): David Mark Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is offered through a series approved by CSC File 5556.

    Learning Objectives:

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    DE0143: What's New in Prenatal Genetic Screening and Diagnosis?
    Date(s): 8/18/2011 - 8/18/2011
    Facility: Crow/Northern Cheyenne Hospital Location: Crow Agency, MT
    Instructor(s): Susan Landgren Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is offered through a series approved by CSC File 5556.

    Learning Objectives:

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    DE0144: End of Life Care
    Date(s): 9/29/2011 - 9/29/2011
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This meeting is part of a series File 5531 at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

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    DE0145: Survival of the Fittest
    Date(s): 9/22/2011 - 9/22/2011
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 150)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This meeting is part of a series File 5531 at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

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    DE0146: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease: Review of Medical & Surgical Aspects
    Date(s): 8/25/2011 - 8/25/2011
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This meeting is part of a series File 5531 at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

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    DE0147: Indian Child Welfare: Assessing the Signs and Symptomology of Child Abuse and Neglect
    Date(s): 6/30/2011 - 6/30/2011
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 155)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This meeting is part of a series File 5531 at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

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    DE0148: Childhood Obesity
    Date(s): 6/9/2011 - 6/9/2011
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This meeting is part of a series File 5531 at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

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    DE0149: Diabetes Standards of Care and Treatment Targets
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/18/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Ralph LaForge Director: Wendy Sandoval
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 0 - 5000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 750)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This online course is sponsored by CSC File 5603.

    This training discusses the burden of diabetes, diabetes standards of care and diabetes prevention. Screening and detection of diabetes and targets for glucose, lipids and blood pressure are reviewed. A rational approach to individualizing treatment targets is presented.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Incorporate recent guidelines for screening and detection of diabetes into clinical practice.
    2. Review recommended target levels for glucose, blood pressure and lipids control in diabetes
    3. Incorporate key concepts of individualizing targets based on patient characteristics into clinical practice.
    4. Incorporate recent guidelines for screening, detection and prevention of type 2 diabetes into clinical practice.
    5. Identify at least one change you will incorporate into your clinical or public health practice.

    Prerequisites:

    None

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    DE0150: Effects of Early Life Experience on Diabetes Risk
    Date(s): 10/1/2011 - 9/18/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Ann Bullock Director: Wendy Sandoval
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 0 - 5000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 750)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This online course is sponsored by CSC.
    Biological events that occur during fetal and postnatal life predispose a child to an elevated risk of chronic diseases, including diabetes, later in life. This training reviews the research related to brain development, genetics and fetal origin and describes evidenced-based interventions to break the cycle.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Discuss the importance of the prenatal and early life periods.
    2. Differentiate between risk and protective factors that occur in these developmental periods.
    3. Review the impacts of stress and trauma on the physiologic and behavioral risks for chronic disease.
    4. Summarize characteristics of innovative programs that have been shown to successfully modify these risks.

    Prerequisites:

    None

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    DE0153: Diabetes and Dental Health
    Date(s): 7/25/2012 - 7/25/2012
    Facility: Northern Navajo Medical Center Location: Shiprock, NM
    Instructor(s): Rickey Thompson Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 754)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This lecture is part of CSC series File 5691.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this session, the participant will be able to:
    1. Screen patients on a regular basis for potential dental complications.
    2. Refer DM patients to dental clinic in a timely fashion for annual exams.
    3. Encourage glycemic control to improve oral health and reduce risks for complications of dental procedures.

    Prerequisites:

    None

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    DE0154: Cultural Competency
    Date(s): 2/16/2012 - 2/16/2012
    Facility: Pinon Dental Clinic Location: Pinon, AZ
    Instructor(s): Catherine Foster Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 2 - 10 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of CSC File 5584.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this session, the participant will be able to:
    1. List the five constructs inherent in the process of becoming culturally competent.
    2. Explain at least two new aspects about the local culture that will increase cultural competence.

    Prerequisites:

    None

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    DE0155: Treating the "Over the Top" Diabetic or Hypertensive Patient
    Date(s): 9/26/2012 - 9/26/2012
    Facility: Nashville Area Office Location: Nashville, TN
    Instructor(s): Harry Brown Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 754)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of a regular series of CE courses offered to the staff of the Nashville Area.

    This session is designed to discuss treatment of the diabetic or hypertensive dental patient.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of the session, the participant will be able to:
    1. Cite the normal parameters for blood pressure.
    2. Discuss the normal parameters for blood sugar.
    3. Make appropriate referrals for patients with uncontrolled hypertension or diabetes.

    Prerequisites:

    None

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    DE0156: Caring for Elders with Diabetes
    Date(s): 3/21/2012 - 3/21/2012
    Facility: TBD Location: Online,
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 754)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This is part of a series sponsored by CSC File 5640.

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    DE0157: Exercise and Physical Activity Guidelines for Diabetes and Prediabetes
    Date(s): 5/9/2012 - 5/9/2012
    Facility: TBD Location: Online,
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Hygienists, Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 754)
    Course Types Course Types
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    This is part of a series sponsored by CSC File 5640.

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    DE0159: Drug-Resistant Bacteria Update
    Date(s): 2/9/2012 - 2/9/2012
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 8 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 148)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    Documentation for this course is in CSC File 5649.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

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    DE0160: Government Performance and Results Act
    Date(s): 3/29/2012 - 3/29/2012
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 8 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    Documentation for this course is in CSC File 5649.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

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    DE0162: Echocardiography: Indications and the Innocent Murmur
    Date(s): 3/2/2012 - 3/2/2012
    Facility: San Xavier Conference Center Location: Sells, AZ
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 3 - 7 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of a series of meetings sponsored by/for the Sells facility staff. CSC has all documents on File 5564.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0163: Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Health-Care Settings
    Date(s): 9/24/2012 - 9/24/2012
    Facility: Dulce Dental Clinic Location: Dulce, NM
    Instructor(s): ANN TOLEDO Director: Noelle Jackson
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 148)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The goal of this course is to review the guidelines for infection control in the Dental Health Care Setting. The course will be an overview of the basic principals of infection control based on the CDC Guidelines-2003.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Define why infection control is important in dentistry.
    2. Discuss the personal health elements of an infection control program.
    3. Identify the potential routes of transmission of blood borne pathogens.
    4. Discuss the various practices that help to prevent the transmission of disease.
    5. Describe reactions associated with frequent hand hygiene and glove use.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0164: Dental Ergonomics
    Date(s): 10/24/2012 - 10/24/2012
    Facility: Nashville Area Office Location: Nashville, TN
    Instructor(s): Kit Grosch Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 60 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of a regular series of CE courses offered to the staff of the Nashville Area and is only open to Nashville and Albuquerque Area Dental Staff. The purpose of this course is to provide dental staff with workplace interventions to reduce the risk of Musculoskeletal Disorders [MSDs] through ergonomic design of workspaces and equipment.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of the session, the participant will be able to:

  • Understand Signs and symptoms of MSDs.
  • Identify appropriate dental equipment to reduce MSDs.
  • Design a workspace to reduce MSDs.

  • Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0165: Dental Triage: Assessing and Treating the True Dental Emergency
    Date(s): 11/28/2012 - 11/28/2012
    Facility: Nashville Area Office Location: Nashville, TN
    Instructor(s): Dana Johnson Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 730)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of a regular series of CE courses offered only to the staff of the Nashville and Albuquerque Areas.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of the session, the participant will be able to:
    1. Identify the three goals of triage.
    2. Schedule dental emergencies using the triage technique.
    3. Solve problems which may arise in the implementation of triage.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0166: Customer Service: Pleasing All
    Date(s): 12/12/2012 - 12/12/2012
    Facility: Nashville Area Office Location: Nashville, TN
    Instructor(s): Timothy Ricks Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 770)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of a regular series of CE courses offered only to the staff of the Nashville and Albuquerque Areas.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of the session, the participant will be able to:

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0167: Pediatric Update
    Date(s): 11/28/2012 - 11/28/2012
    Facility: Adobe Connect Location:
    Instructor(s): Marilyn Weeden Director: Sarah Shoffstall-Cone
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 430)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is a webinar via Adobe Connect for the IHS NOHC.

    The purpose of this 1 hour CE course is to give IHS Dentists a better understanding of common pediatric dental treatment options. The course will review common pediatric dental treatment modalities so that the general dentist will be more confident when treating the child patient.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Diagnose and treat common soft tissue lesions of the child patient.
    2. Increase the providers confidence in the use of local anesthesia for the child patient.
    3. Increase the providers confidence in providing space maintenance.
    4. Review treatment modalities for supernumerary and natal teeth.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0168: Update on Bugs on Navajo
    Date(s): 5/16/2012 - 5/16/2012
    Facility: Dzilth-Na-O-Dith-Hle Health Center Location: Bloomfield, NM
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of CSC File 5652.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

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    DE0169: Fluoride Varnish Program
    Date(s): 5/30/2012 - 5/30/2012
    Facility: Dzilth-Na-O-Dith-Hle Health Center Location: Bloomfield, NM
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Hygienists, Assistants, Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of CSC File 5652.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

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    DE0170: Dental Care of Prenatal Patients
    Date(s): 6/13/2012 - 6/13/2012
    Facility: Dzilth-Na-O-Dith-Hle Health Center Location: Bloomfield, NM
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Hygienists, Assistants, Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of CSC File 5652.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

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    DE0172: Prevention 2011
    Date(s): 9/25/2012 - 9/25/2012
    Facility: Lower Elwha Location: Lower Elwha, WA
    Instructor(s): Bonnie Bruerd Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 2 - 15 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (DANB Clinical); 2.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is not subject to the lottery. It is offered as an in-service only.
    This two-hour presentation is intended to provide the very latest information on the prevention and management of dental caries and periodontal diseases. Both clinical and community-based interventions will be presented and the learning group will discuss the implementation of these interventions in their local communities. Furthermore, the presentation will review dental program GPRA objectives, ECC, the effects of pop on children’s health, and effective health education strategies.

    It is the policy of the Indian Health Service [IHS], Division of Oral Health [DOH], that faculty/presenters disclose any significant financial or other relationships with commercial companies whose products may be discussed in the activity. The IHS, DOH also requires faculty disclose any unlabeled or investigational use [not yet approved for any purpose] of pharmaceutical products and medical devices.

    This course has been planned and implemented in accordance with the ADA CERP Recognition Standards and Procedures. None of the faculty/presenters for this activity has a conflict of interest, and there is no use of unlabeled or investigational pharmaceutical products or medical devices. The educational objectives, content and selection of educational methods and instructors are conducted independent of any commercial entity.

    Concerns or complaints about this course may be directed to marybeth.kinney@comcast.net or to ADA CERP at http://www.ada.org/goto/cerp.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

    1. List at least three modes of delivering fluoride.
    2. Describe at least one strategy to recruit school-age children to the dental clinic for sealants.
    3. Describe at least one strategy to recruit more infants and toddlers to the dental program for screening and fluoride.
    4. List at least two strategies to improve the effectiveness of health education.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0173: Continuing Education Day for Phoenix and Tucson Areas
    Date(s): 11/9/2012 - 11/9/2012
    Facility: Holiday Inn Express Location: Flagstaff, AZ
    Instructor(s): Alyssa York, Jennifer Harte, Fred Summerfelt, Keisha Robinson Director: Alyssa York
    Audience: Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff, Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 50 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 8.00 (Total CDE); 4.00 (AGD - 148); 2.00 (AGD - 550); 2.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Phoenix and Tucson IHS Area I/T/U Dental Programs only.


    The Inter Tribal Council of Arizona Dental Prevention and Clinical Support Center’s purpose of this
    8 hour course is to provide relevant CDE training to the Phoenix and Tucson Areas IHS, Tribal and Urban Dental Programs. The participants can expect to receive trainings in: Dental Infection Control, The Joint Commission and the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care visit preparation, OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, Program Management using the Dental Clinic Needs Assessment for Developing a Model for Improvement and Teledentistry, including hands on opportunity to experience the Teledentistry technology.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

  • Explain the purpose of a needs assessment

  • Discuss the perceived needs of dental clinics in the Phoenix and Tucson IHS Areas

  • Describe methods for establishing a Model fo Improvement or a Quality Improvement Plan


  • Describe prevention strategies for occupational exposures.

  • Discuss the need for prompt medical evaluation following an occupational exposure incident.

  • Describe hand hygiene, disinfection, and instrument processing procedures.

  • Describe current approaches intended to improve the quality of dental treatment water.

  • Discuss special infection prevention and control considerations including dental infection
    prevention and control program evaluation and management.

  • Discuss preparing for visits by The Joint Commission [TJC] and the Accreditation Association for
    Ambulatory Health Care [AAAHC].

  • Discuss updates to the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard.


  • Recall the legal requirements for Affiliated Practice Dental Teams in Arizona.

  • Recall the services an Arizona Affiliated Practice Dental Hygienist can provide.

  • Define teledentistry.

  • Identify the various types of equipment currently used for teledentistry

  • Describe the manner in which teledentistry-acquired patient information is encrypted and
    transmitted to meet HIPAA and HITECH standards.

  • Explain in his or her own words how teledent istry-assisted dental teams benefit the patient,
    the affiliated practice dental hygienist , the affiliated practice dentist, and the agency
    providing the services.

  • Prerequisites:

    Travel:

    Make your room reservation now!
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    Room rate: $77 plus tax of 11.458 and incidentals Deadline for Room Reservations: October 18,2012
    Holiday Inn Express 2320 E. Lucky Lane Flagstaff, AZ 86004 [928] 714-1000

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    DE0174: Prevention 2011
    Date(s): 10/23/2012 - 10/23/2012
    Facility: Yellowhawk Location: Pendleton, OR
    Instructor(s): Bonnie Bruerd Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 2 - 15 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (DANB Clinical); 2.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is not subject to the lottery. It is offered as an in-service only.
    This two-hour presentation is intended to provide the very latest information on the prevention and management of dental caries and periodontal diseases. Both clinical and community-based interventions will be presented and the learning group will discuss the implementation of these interventions in their local communities. Furthermore, the presentation will review dental program GPRA objectives, ECC, the effects of pop on children’s health, and effective health education strategies.

    It is the policy of the Indian Health Service [IHS], Division of Oral Health [DOH], that faculty/presenters disclose any significant financial or other relationships with commercial companies whose products may be discussed in the activity. The IHS, DOH also requires faculty disclose any unlabeled or investigational use [not yet approved for any purpose] of pharmaceutical products and medical devices.

    This course has been planned and implemented in accordance with the ADA CERP Recognition Standards and Procedures. None of the faculty/presenters for this activity has a conflict of interest, and there is no use of unlabeled or investigational pharmaceutical products or medical devices. The educational objectives, content and selection of educational methods and instructors are conducted independent of any commercial entity.

    Concerns or complaints about this course may be directed to marybeth.kinney@comcast.net or to ADA CERP at http://www.ada.org/goto/cerp.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

    1. List at least three modes of delivering fluoride.
    2. Describe at least one strategy to recruit school-age children to the dental clinic for sealants.
    3. Describe at least one strategy to recruit more infants and toddlers to the dental program for screening and fluoride.
    4. List at least two strategies to improve the effectiveness of health education.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0175: Prevention 2011
    Date(s): 11/8/2012 - 11/8/2012
    Facility: Stillaquamish Location: Stillaquamish, WA
    Instructor(s): Bonnie Bruerd Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 2 - 15 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (DANB Clinical); 2.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is not subject to the lottery. It is offered as an in-service only.
    This two-hour presentation is intended to provide the very latest information on the prevention and management of dental caries and periodontal diseases. Both clinical and community-based interventions will be presented and the learning group will discuss the implementation of these interventions in their local communities. Furthermore, the presentation will review dental program GPRA objectives, ECC, the effects of pop on children’s health, and effective health education strategies.

    It is the policy of the Indian Health Service [IHS], Division of Oral Health [DOH], that faculty/presenters disclose any significant financial or other relationships with commercial companies whose products may be discussed in the activity. The IHS, DOH also requires faculty disclose any unlabeled or investigational use [not yet approved for any purpose] of pharmaceutical products and medical devices.

    This course has been planned and implemented in accordance with the ADA CERP Recognition Standards and Procedures. None of the faculty/presenters for this activity has a conflict of interest, and there is no use of unlabeled or investigational pharmaceutical products or medical devices. The educational objectives, content and selection of educational methods and instructors are conducted independent of any commercial entity.

    Concerns or complaints about this course may be directed to marybeth.kinney@comcast.net or to ADA CERP at http://www.ada.org/goto/cerp.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

    1. List at least three modes of delivering fluoride.
    2. Describe at least one strategy to recruit school-age children to the dental clinic for sealants.
    3. Describe at least one strategy to recruit more infants and toddlers to the dental program for screening and fluoride.
    4. List at least two strategies to improve the effectiveness of health education.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0176: Winslow Dental Staff Development
    Date(s): 10/23/2012 - 10/26/2012
    Facility: Winslow Indian Health Care Center Location: Winslow, AZ
    Instructor(s): ERMA CASUSE Director: ERMA CASUSE
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 20 - 26 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 16.00 (Total CDE); 12.00 (AGD - 148); 4.00 (AGD - 550)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is offered to staff in the Winslow facility only.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participan will be able to:
    1. Evaluate current IC and CE practices and make changes as necessary.
    2. Integrate new or improved IC and CE into daily practices.
    3. Demonstrate a positive attitude when dealing with patients and co-workers.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0177: HP/DP Program Awards Proposal Writing
    Date(s): 10/9/2011 - 10/9/2011
    Facility: via Adobe Connect Location: Phoenix, AZ
    Instructor(s): , Alyssa York Director: Alyssa York
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.50 (Total CDE); 1.50 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The Inter Tribal Council of Arizona Dental Prevention and Clinical Support Center’s purpose of this 1.5 hr course is to briefly train the Phoenix and Tucson Areas IHS, Tribal and Urban Dental Programs to develop, compose and submit a competitive Health Promotion / Disease Prevention proposal with the intent to increase the number of Health Promotion / Disease Prevention proposals from the two areas.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this session, the participant will be able to:
    1. Determine what types of interventions and service to include in a HP/DP program awards proposal and determine what types of interventions not to include in their proposal.
    2. Apply the guidelines upon writing and submitting the HP/DP program award proposals.
    3. Identify the criterion the reviewers will be looking for when reviewing the HP/DP program awards proposal, therefore preparing their proposals to meet the criterion of the reviewers.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0181: Treating the Vital Pulp
    Date(s): 10/24/2012 - 10/24/2012
    Facility: Four Corners Dental Clinic Location: Teec Nos Pos, AZ
    Instructor(s): JOHN KING Director: John Linhart
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 2 - 25 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (DANB Clinical); 1.00 (AGD - 070)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This is a one-hour session given to the staff at Four Corners clinic only.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

    1. Describe the current controversies in managing the vital pulp in both primary and permanent teeth.
    2. Describe the current science in pulp biology and pulpal regeneration.
    3. Cite the current evidence for caries management in both primary and permanent teeth.
    4. Discuss emerging treatment modalities for preserving vital pulps.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0182: Medication Usage in the Dental Treatment of the Pregnant or Nursing Patient
    Date(s): 2/27/2013 - 2/27/2013
    Facility: Adobe Connect Location:
    Instructor(s): Benjamin Graham Director: Sarah Shoffstall-Cone
    Audience: Dentists, Assistants, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 016)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is a webinar via Adobe Connect for the IHS NOHC.

    The purpose of this 1 hour CE course is to discuss with the dental staff the cautious use of medications when treating the pregnant patient and the nursing mother.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. List the reasons for caution when using medications for the pregnant and nursing patient.
    2. Review the FDA pregnancy categories: the usefulness and the limitations.
    3. Select appropriate medications based on evidenced-based reasoning.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0183: Early Childhood Caries Collaborative Virtual Learning Community Program [VLCP] WebEx December 2012
    Date(s): 12/5/2012 - 12/5/2012
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Timothy Ricks Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 50 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The intent of the Virtual Learning Community Program WebEx Series is to establish a quarterly forum through which IHS, Tribal, and Urban [I/T/U] dental program staff are able to increase awareness and knowledge about the Indian Health Service [IHS] Early Childhood Caries Collaborative[ECCC] and to reduce ECC by 25 in 0-5 year-old American Indian and Alaska Native [AI/AN] children by September 30, 2015. ECC is defined as the presence of one or more decayed, missing [due to decay], or filled teeth in a child under 71 months of age. In the 2010 Survey of 0-5 Year-old AI/AN Children, 1 out of 5 one year-olds and 3 out of 4 five year-olds have experienced tooth decay [caries]. 62 of 2-5 year-old AI/AN children have experienced dental caries, compared to only 28 in the general U.S. population.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this series of WebEx sessions, you will be able to:
    1. List preventive and early intervention objectives of the ECCC.
    2. Discuss effective ways to contact and engage medical and community partners to become working members of the ECCC.
    3. Describe the importance of evaluating ECCC goals.
    4. Identify how ECCC outcomes will be measured.
    5. Justify the importance of coding standardization and the rationale to apply codes in a consistent and appropriate manner.
    6. Create and implement best practices to increase and sustain access to dental care in 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    7. Create and implement best practices to increase the number of sealants applied to 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    8. Create and implement best practices to increase the number of topical fluoride applied to 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    9. Create and implement best practices increase the number of Interim Therapeutic Restorations [ITRs] [also known as “Mighty Mouth Fillings”] in 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0186: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 9/26/2011 - 9/29/2011
    Facility: Watonga Dental Clinic Location: Watonga, OK
    Instructor(s): Ginger Roberts Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 40.00 (Total CDE); 40.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 40.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Our trainees are provided a presentation, along with hands-on use, of the Clinical Applications and the Electronic Appointment Scheduler in the Dentrix Enterprise electronic dental record [EDR]. This course of instruction is presented on site for a full five days. An additional two days are spent together with the trainer during “Go Live” following the initial five days. At this time, the EDR is put to work with active patients in the dental clinic, with the trainer there to assist the Doctors and Staff Members as they use the software.

    We will instruct the Dental Chief, Staff Dentists, and the entire Team, respective to position, on how to:
    1. Setup the Clinic in Dentrix Enterprise [includes Password Security settings and assigned rights for a Login/Password for each Provider and Staff Member].
    2. Enter existing treatment, treatment planned procedures, and completed treatment procedures in the Patient Chart.
    3. Enter Perio Charting of pocket depths, recession, etc.
    4. Complete and Approve Clinical Notes for each patient’s visit to the clinic.
    5. Appoint and Re-Appoint patients for needed treatment.
    6. Use scanning hardware and the Dentrix Enterprise Document Center to electronically store all paperwork.
    7. Set-up and monitor a Recall system for ongoing patient care.
    8. Use the DXOne reporting module for collection of statistical data for various Reporting needs.
    9. If applicable, use Dentrix Image, digital x-ray software that is the Dentrix Enterprise solution for acquiring, manipulating, and storing digital images.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Effectively chart patient conditions, along with planned and completed treatment, in an electronic format.
    2. Write, approve, and store Clinical Notes electronically.
    3. Produce, manipulate, and store digital images [if applicable to the clinic].
    4. Enter and archive Patient Appointments electronically.
    5. Track and contact Patients for treatment planned, and for regular hygiene care needed.
    6. Use Dentrix Enterprise to go completely chartless/paperless when desired.
    7. Retrieve, schedule, manage, and maintain statistical data at will.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0187: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 11/5/2012 - 11/9/2012
    Facility: Sacramento Native American HC Location: Sacramento, CA
    Instructor(s): Susan Lukins Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Assistants, Support Staff, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 40.00 (Total CDE); 40.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 40.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Our trainees are provided a presentation, along with hands-on use, of the Clinical Applications and the Electronic Appointment Scheduler in the Dentrix Enterprise electronic dental record [EDR]. This course of instruction is presented on site for a full five days. An additional two days are spent together with the trainer during “Go Live” following the initial five days. At this time, the EDR is put to work with active patients in the dental clinic, with the trainer there to assist the Doctors and Staff Members as they use the software.

    We will instruct the Dental Chief, Staff Dentists, and the entire Team, respective to position, on how to:
    1. Setup the Clinic in Dentrix Enterprise [includes Password Security settings and assigned rights for a Login/Password for each Provider and Staff Member].
    2. Enter existing treatment, treatment planned procedures, and completed treatment procedures in the Patient Chart.
    3. Enter Perio Charting of pocket depths, recession, etc.
    4. Complete and Approve Clinical Notes for each patient’s visit to the clinic.
    5. Appoint and Re-Appoint patients for needed treatment.
    6. Use scanning hardware and the Dentrix Enterprise Document Center to electronically store all paperwork.
    7. Set-up and monitor a Recall system for ongoing patient care.
    8. Use the DXOne reporting module for collection of statistical data for various Reporting needs.
    9. If applicable, use Dentrix Image, digital x-ray software that is the Dentrix Enterprise solution for acquiring, manipulating, and storing digital images.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Effectively chart patient conditions, along with planned and completed treatment, in an electronic format.
    2. Write, approve, and store Clinical Notes electronically.
    3. Produce, manipulate, and store digital images [if applicable to the clinic].
    4. Enter and archive Patient Appointments electronically.
    5. Track and contact Patients for treatment planned, and for regular hygiene care needed.
    6. Use Dentrix Enterprise to go completely chartless/paperless when desired.
    7. Retrieve, schedule, manage, and maintain statistical data at will.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0188: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 12/11/2012 - 12/12/2012
    Facility: San Simon Health Center Location: San Simon, AZ
    Instructor(s): Lisa Harris Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 4.00 (Total CDE); 4.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 4.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:


    This course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 6.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0192: Dental Coding Update
    Date(s): 1/23/2013 - 1/23/2013
    Facility: Nashville Area Office Location: Nashville, TN
    Instructor(s): MARY HOLLISTER Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 554)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of a regular series of CE courses offered only to the staff of the Nashville and Albuquerque Areas. This course will give dental staff an update on ADA dental coding including changes for the CDT/2013 edition.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of the session, the participant will be able to:
    1. Identify the three sections of each American Dental Association code.
    2. Explain how Relative Value Units are assigned to each code.
    3. List appropriate uses for new or revised ADA codes.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0193: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 10/31/2012 - 11/2/2012
    Facility: Stockbridge Munsee HC Location: Bowler, WI
    Instructor(s): Mary Randall Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 24.00 (Total CDE); 24.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:


    This course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 6.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0194: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 12/19/2012 - 12/21/2012
    Facility: Sam Hider HC Location: Jay, OK
    Instructor(s): Susan Lukins Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 24.00 (Total CDE); 24.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:


    This course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 6.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0195: Program Planning for Health Promotion/Disease Prevention Activities
    Date(s): 1/22/2013 - 1/22/2013
    Facility: WebEx Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): Suzanne Marks Director: Suzanne Marks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 25 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this one hour in-service for the Albuquerque area is to present an overview of program planning for health promotion/disease prevention activities using the POARE format.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Define the rationale in planning a comprehensive prevention program at a clinic.
    2. Describe the components of setting an objective using the SMART principle.
    3. List the elements of the POARE format of prevention planning, and explain the importance of the problem statement and evaluation specifically.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0196: Oral Cancer-Part 1
    Date(s): 2/27/2013 - 2/27/2013
    Facility: Nashville Area Office Location: Nashville, TN
    Instructor(s): Joseph Park Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 730)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of a regular series of CE courses offered only to the staff of the Nashville and Albuquerque Areas. The purpose of this 1 hour course is to give all dental staff a better understanding of the oral cancer screening and detection. The course will include pictures of soft tissue lesions and descriptions of signs and symptoms of oral cancer.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of the session, the participant will be able to:
    1. Describe common features of soft tissue lesions.
    2. Explain how to perform an oral cancer screening.
    3. Explain how to document positive oral cancer screening results.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0197: Silver Nitrate and Silver Diamine Fluoride
    Date(s): 3/27/2013 - 3/27/2013
    Facility: Nashville Area Office Location: Nashville, TN
    Instructor(s): PAUL DIRKES Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 017)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of a regular series of CE courses offered only to the staff of the Nashville and Albuquerque Areas. The purpose of this 1 hour course is to give all dental staff a better understanding of silver nitrate and silver diamine in caries control. The course will include a description of the chemical properties of silver nitrate and silver diamine fluoride and how these materials can be used to control dental caries.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of the session, the participant will be able to:
    1. Explain the history and current controversies with using silver solutions in dentistry.
    2. Describe the mode of action of Silver solutions at the chemical level.
    3. List the differences between the Silver solutions.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0199: Prevention 2013
    Date(s): 1/24/2013 - 1/24/2013
    Facility: Port Gamble Dental Clinic Location: Kingston, WA
    Instructor(s): Bonnie Bruerd Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 2 - 15 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (DANB Clinical); 2.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is not subject to the lottery. It is offered as an in-service only.
    This two-hour presentation is intended to provide the very latest information on the prevention and management of dental caries and periodontal diseases. Both clinical and community-based interventions will be presented and the learning group will discuss the implementation of these interventions in their local communities. Furthermore, the presentation will review dental program GPRA objectives, ECC, the effects of pop on children’s health, and effective health education strategies.

    It is the policy of the Indian Health Service [IHS], Division of Oral Health [DOH], that faculty/presenters disclose any significant financial or other relationships with commercial companies whose products may be discussed in the activity. The IHS, DOH also requires faculty disclose any unlabeled or investigational use [not yet approved for any purpose] of pharmaceutical products and medical devices.

    This course has been planned and implemented in accordance with the ADA CERP Recognition Standards and Procedures. None of the faculty/presenters for this activity has a conflict of interest, and there is no use of unlabeled or investigational pharmaceutical products or medical devices. The educational objectives, content and selection of educational methods and instructors are conducted independent of any commercial entity.

    Concerns or complaints about this course may be directed to marybeth.kinney@comcast.net or to ADA CERP at http://www.ada.org/goto/cerp.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

    1. List at least three modes of delivering fluoride.
    2. Describe at least one strategy to recruit school-age children to the dental clinic for sealants.
    3. Describe at least one strategy to recruit more infants and toddlers to the dental program for screening and fluoride.
    4. List at least two strategies to improve the effectiveness of health education.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0201: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 12/3/2012 - 1/9/2013
    Facility: Anadarko Health Clinic Location: Anadarko, OK
    Instructor(s): Ginger Roberts Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 40.00 (Total CDE); 40.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 40.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Our trainees are provided a presentation, along with hands-on use, of the Clinical Applications and the Electronic Appointment Scheduler in the Dentrix Enterprise electronic dental record [EDR]. This course of instruction is presented on site for a full five days. An additional two days are spent together with the trainer during “Go Live” following the initial five days. At this time, the EDR is put to work with active patients in the dental clinic, with the trainer there to assist the Doctors and Staff Members as they use the software.

    We will instruct the Dental Chief, Staff Dentists, and the entire Team, respective to position, on how to:
    1. Setup the Clinic in Dentrix Enterprise [includes Password Security settings and assigned rights for a Login/Password for each Provider and Staff Member].
    2. Enter existing treatment, treatment planned procedures, and completed treatment procedures in the Patient Chart.
    3. Enter Perio Charting of pocket depths, recession, etc.
    4. Complete and Approve Clinical Notes for each patient’s visit to the clinic.
    5. Appoint and Re-Appoint patients for needed treatment.
    6. Use scanning hardware and the Dentrix Enterprise Document Center to electronically store all paperwork.
    7. Set-up and monitor a Recall system for ongoing patient care.
    8. Use the DXOne reporting module for collection of statistical data for various Reporting needs.
    9. If applicable, use Dentrix Image, digital x-ray software that is the Dentrix Enterprise solution for acquiring, manipulating, and storing digital images.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Effectively chart patient conditions, along with planned and completed treatment, in an electronic format.
    2. Write, approve, and store Clinical Notes electronically.
    3. Produce, manipulate, and store digital images [if applicable to the clinic].
    4. Enter and archive Patient Appointments electronically.
    5. Track and contact Patients for treatment planned, and for regular hygiene care needed.
    6. Use Dentrix Enterprise to go completely chartless/paperless when desired.
    7. Retrieve, schedule, manage, and maintain statistical data at will.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0202: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 12/18/2012 - 12/20/2012
    Facility: A-mo Health Center Location: Salina, OK
    Instructor(s): Cindy Abreu Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 24.00 (Total CDE); 24.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 24.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Our trainees are provided a presentation, along with hands-on use, of the Clinical Applications and the Electronic Appointment Scheduler in the Dentrix Enterprise electronic dental record [EDR]. This course of instruction is presented on site for a full five days. An additional two days are spent together with the trainer during “Go Live” following the initial five days. At this time, the EDR is put to work with active patients in the dental clinic, with the trainer there to assist the Doctors and Staff Members as they use the software.

    We will instruct the Dental Chief, Staff Dentists, and the entire Team, respective to position, on how to:
    1. Setup the Clinic in Dentrix Enterprise [includes Password Security settings and assigned rights for a Login/Password for each Provider and Staff Member].
    2. Enter existing treatment, treatment planned procedures, and completed treatment procedures in the Patient Chart.
    3. Enter Perio Charting of pocket depths, recession, etc.
    4. Complete and Approve Clinical Notes for each patient’s visit to the clinic.
    5. Appoint and Re-Appoint patients for needed treatment.
    6. Use scanning hardware and the Dentrix Enterprise Document Center to electronically store all paperwork.
    7. Set-up and monitor a Recall system for ongoing patient care.
    8. Use the DXOne reporting module for collection of statistical data for various Reporting needs.
    9. If applicable, use Dentrix Image, digital x-ray software that is the Dentrix Enterprise solution for acquiring, manipulating, and storing digital images.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Effectively chart patient conditions, along with planned and completed treatment, in an electronic format.
    2. Write, approve, and store Clinical Notes electronically.
    3. Produce, manipulate, and store digital images [if applicable to the clinic].
    4. Enter and archive Patient Appointments electronically.
    5. Track and contact Patients for treatment planned, and for regular hygiene care needed.
    6. Use Dentrix Enterprise to go completely chartless/paperless when desired.
    7. Retrieve, schedule, manage, and maintain statistical data at will.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0203: Interim Therapeutic Restorations [ITRs] in the Young Patient
    Date(s): 2/26/2013 - 2/26/2013
    Facility: WebEx Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): John Zimmer Director: Suzanne Marks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 25 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this one hour in-service for the Albuquerque area is to review the indications, contra-indications and clinical techniques for Interim Therapeutic Restorations [ITR] in the young patient.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Identify the four documented sources of failures among Interim Therapeutic Restorations.
    2. Name organizations which endorse the use of Interim Therapeutic Restorations.
    3. List the benefits of glass ionomer as the material of choice for Interim Therapeutic Restorations.
    4. Enumerate the ADA coding options for glass ionomer restorations.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0204: Prevention 2013
    Date(s): 2/6/2013 - 2/6/2013
    Facility: Lummi Dental Clinic Location: Bellingham, WA
    Instructor(s): Bonnie Bruerd Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 2 - 15 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (DANB Clinical); 2.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is not subject to the lottery. It is offered as an in-service only.
    This two-hour presentation is intended to provide the very latest information on the prevention and management of dental caries and periodontal diseases. Both clinical and community-based interventions will be presented and the learning group will discuss the implementation of these interventions in their local communities. Furthermore, the presentation will review dental program GPRA objectives, ECC, the effects of pop on children’s health, and effective health education strategies.

    It is the policy of the Indian Health Service [IHS], Division of Oral Health [DOH], that faculty/presenters disclose any significant financial or other relationships with commercial companies whose products may be discussed in the activity. The IHS, DOH also requires faculty disclose any unlabeled or investigational use [not yet approved for any purpose] of pharmaceutical products and medical devices.

    This course has been planned and implemented in accordance with the ADA CERP Recognition Standards and Procedures. None of the faculty/presenters for this activity has a conflict of interest, and there is no use of unlabeled or investigational pharmaceutical products or medical devices. The educational objectives, content and selection of educational methods and instructors are conducted independent of any commercial entity.

    Concerns or complaints about this course may be directed to marybeth.kinney@comcast.net or to ADA CERP at http://www.ada.org/goto/cerp.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

    1. List at least three modes of delivering fluoride.
    2. Describe at least one strategy to recruit school-age children to the dental clinic for sealants.
    3. Describe at least one strategy to recruit more infants and toddlers to the dental program for screening and fluoride.
    4. List at least two strategies to improve the effectiveness of health education.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0206: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 1/29/2013 - 2/1/2013
    Facility: Fort Thompson Health Center Location: Fort Thompson, SD
    Instructor(s): Susan Lukins Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 40.00 (Total CDE); 40.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 40.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Our trainees are provided a presentation, along with hands-on use, of the Clinical Applications and the Electronic Appointment Scheduler in the Dentrix Enterprise electronic dental record [EDR]. This course of instruction is presented on site for a full five days. An additional two days are spent together with the trainer during “Go Live” following the initial five days. At this time, the EDR is put to work with active patients in the dental clinic, with the trainer there to assist the Doctors and Staff Members as they use the software.

    We will instruct the Dental Chief, Staff Dentists, and the entire Team, respective to position, on how to:
    1. Setup the Clinic in Dentrix Enterprise [includes Password Security settings and assigned rights for a Login/Password for each Provider and Staff Member].
    2. Enter existing treatment, treatment planned procedures, and completed treatment procedures in the Patient Chart.
    3. Enter Perio Charting of pocket depths, recession, etc.
    4. Complete and Approve Clinical Notes for each patient’s visit to the clinic.
    5. Appoint and Re-Appoint patients for needed treatment.
    6. Use scanning hardware and the Dentrix Enterprise Document Center to electronically store all paperwork.
    7. Set-up and monitor a Recall system for ongoing patient care.
    8. Use the DXOne reporting module for collection of statistical data for various Reporting needs.
    9. If applicable, use Dentrix Image, digital x-ray software that is the Dentrix Enterprise solution for acquiring, manipulating, and storing digital images.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Effectively chart patient conditions, along with planned and completed treatment, in an electronic format.
    2. Write, approve, and store Clinical Notes electronically.
    3. Produce, manipulate, and store digital images [if applicable to the clinic].
    4. Enter and archive Patient Appointments electronically.
    5. Track and contact Patients for treatment planned, and for regular hygiene care needed.
    6. Use Dentrix Enterprise to go completely chartless/paperless when desired.
    7. Retrieve, schedule, manage, and maintain statistical data at will.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0207: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 12/19/2012 - 12/20/2012
    Facility: W.P. Mankiller Dental Clinic Location: Stillwell, OK
    Instructor(s): Teresa Romero Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 16.00 (Total CDE); 16.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 16.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:


    This two-day course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 4.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0208: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 1/10/2013 - 1/16/2013
    Facility: Fairbanks Dental Clinic Location: Fairbanks, AK
    Instructor(s): Mary Randall Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 40.00 (Total CDE); 40.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 40.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Our trainees are provided a presentation, along with hands-on use, of the Clinical Applications and the Electronic Appointment Scheduler in the Dentrix Enterprise electronic dental record [EDR]. This course of instruction is presented on site for a full five days. An additional two days are spent together with the trainer during “Go Live” following the initial five days. At this time, the EDR is put to work with active patients in the dental clinic, with the trainer there to assist the Doctors and Staff Members as they use the software.

    We will instruct the Dental Chief, Staff Dentists, and the entire Team, respective to position, on how to:
    1. Setup the Clinic in Dentrix Enterprise [includes Password Security settings and assigned rights for a Login/Password for each Provider and Staff Member].
    2. Enter existing treatment, treatment planned procedures, and completed treatment procedures in the Patient Chart.
    3. Enter Perio Charting of pocket depths, recession, etc.
    4. Complete and Approve Clinical Notes for each patient’s visit to the clinic.
    5. Appoint and Re-Appoint patients for needed treatment.
    6. Use scanning hardware and the Dentrix Enterprise Document Center to electronically store all paperwork.
    7. Set-up and monitor a Recall system for ongoing patient care.
    8. Use the DXOne reporting module for collection of statistical data for various Reporting needs.
    9. If applicable, use Dentrix Image, digital x-ray software that is the Dentrix Enterprise solution for acquiring, manipulating, and storing digital images.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Effectively chart patient conditions, along with planned and completed treatment, in an electronic format.
    2. Write, approve, and store Clinical Notes electronically.
    3. Produce, manipulate, and store digital images [if applicable to the clinic].
    4. Enter and archive Patient Appointments electronically.
    5. Track and contact Patients for treatment planned, and for regular hygiene care needed.
    6. Use Dentrix Enterprise to go completely chartless/paperless when desired.
    7. Retrieve, schedule, manage, and maintain statistical data at will.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0209: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 12/17/2012 - 12/21/2012
    Facility: Vinita Health Center Location: Vinita, OK
    Instructor(s): Ginger Roberts Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 24.00 (Total CDE); 24.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 24.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:


    This two-day course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 4.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0210: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 12/19/2012 - 12/21/2012
    Facility: Three Rivers Dental Clinic Location: Muskogee, OK
    Instructor(s): Lynn Alexander Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Assistants, Support Staff, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 16.00 (Total CDE); 16.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 16.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:


    This two-day course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 4.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0212: American Lung Association Services Overview
    Date(s): 12/5/2012 - 12/5/2012
    Facility: Dzilth-Na-O-Dith-Hle Health Center Location: Bloomfield, NM
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of CSC File 5652.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0213: Concepts III Networking
    Date(s): 2/14/2013 - 2/14/2013
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Steve Tetrev Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 1 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.50 (Total CDE); 1.50 (AGD - 550)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Adobe Connect CDE session on Networking.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

    Payment Address:

    Please Make Checks Payable to: Indian Health Service.



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    DE0214: Early Childhood Caries Collaborative Virtual Learning Community Program [VLCP] WebEx April 2013
    Date(s): 4/3/2013 - 4/3/2013
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Timothy Ricks Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 50 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The intent of the Virtual Learning Community Program WebEx Series is to establish a quarterly forum through which IHS, Tribal, and Urban [I/T/U] dental program staff are able to increase awareness and knowledge about the Indian Health Service [IHS] Early Childhood Caries Collaborative[ECCC] and to reduce ECC by 25 in 0-5 year-old American Indian and Alaska Native [AI/AN] children by September 30, 2015. ECC is defined as the presence of one or more decayed, missing [due to decay], or filled teeth in a child under 71 months of age. In the 2010 Survey of 0-5 Year-old AI/AN Children, 1 out of 5 one year-olds and 3 out of 4 five year-olds have experienced tooth decay [caries]. 62 of 2-5 year-old AI/AN children have experienced dental caries, compared to only 28 in the general U.S. population.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this series of WebEx sessions, you will be able to:
    1. List preventive and early intervention objectives of the ECCC.
    2. Discuss effective ways to contact and engage medical and community partners to become working members of the ECCC.
    3. Describe the importance of evaluating ECCC goals.
    4. Identify how ECCC outcomes will be measured.
    5. Justify the importance of coding standardization and the rationale to apply codes in a consistent and appropriate manner.
    6. Create and implement best practices to increase and sustain access to dental care in 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    7. Create and implement best practices to increase the number of sealants applied to 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    8. Create and implement best practices to increase the number of topical fluoride applied to 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    9. Create and implement best practices increase the number of Interim Therapeutic Restorations [ITRs] [also known as “Mighty Mouth Fillings”] in 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0215: Electronic Dental Record [EDR] Supplemental Training
    Date(s): 12/19/2012 - 12/21/2012
    Facility: W.W. Hastings Dental Clinic Location: Tahlequah, OK
    Instructor(s): Lisa Green Director: GEORGE CHIARCHIARO
    Audience: Assistants, Support Staff, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 8 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 16.00 (Total CDE); 16.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 16.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:


    This two-day course is offered for participants who work at a site using the IHS/EDR. The fact that this will be a group of peers learning together will enhance the effectiveness of the seminar as information is shared. Topics to be covered include:
    • Review of Setup: Appointment Book, Family File, Insurance
    • Understanding Letter Merge and Creating Custom Letters
    • Understanding DXOne Reports: Creating IHS Report Template and Scheduled Processing
    • Review of Patient Chart/Perio Charting
    • Creating and Using Custom Clinical Note Templates [version 5.0 upgrade]
    • Understanding and Utilizing the features of the Treatment Planner [version 5.0 upgrade]

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. List the basic modules of Dentrix that they have had an introduction to through initial onsite training.
    2. Identify the new features from the recent 5.0 upgrade, including hands-on practice creating Clinical Note Templates and new treatment cases in the Treatment Planner.
    3. Use the new features of 6.0 and Windows Add-in.

    Prerequisites:

    Site must be using the IHS/EDR, Version 4.0

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0216: Collaborating with Head Start
    Date(s): 3/26/2013 - 3/26/2013
    Facility: WebEx Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): Bonnie Bruerd Director: Suzanne Marks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 25 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course will provide information about Head Start and Early Head Start and how the Program Information Report can be used to target areas for improved collaboration between the dental program and Head Start. Several models and best practices will be outlined that have the potential to improve the oral health of Head Start children.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. List the Program Information Report indicators.
    2. Identify three ways to improve collaboration with Head Start.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0217: A Dental Bonding Update
    Date(s): 3/29/2013 - 3/29/2013
    Facility: Moore Norman Tech Center Location: Oklahoma City, OK
    Instructor(s): Sharukh Khajotia Director: Melissa Reese
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 25 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 3.00 (Total CDE); 3.00 (AGD - 250)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course will provide participants an update on dental bonding, resin cements, and NIH-funded research on resin composites and oral biofilm.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Describe nanoscale interactions between dental biomaterials and oral biofilms.
    2. Identify the composition, manipulation and properties of bonding agents.
    3. List the benefits and limitations of bonding agents and resin luting cements.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0218: Anchorage Dental Study Group - April 2013
    Date(s): 4/9/2013 - 4/9/2013
    Facility: Alaska Native Medical Center Location: Anchorage, AK
    Instructor(s): Brian Schilling Director: RODICA POPESCU
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 4 - 30 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 016)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The Anchorage Dental Study Group will meet 1 hour every 2 months [9 hours/year]. The group will consist of dentists and dental hygienists. Continuing dental education will be provided by the study group participants in one of the following formats:
    1. Journal article presentations
    2. Clinical case presentations
    3. Dental seminars
    4. Guest speaker presentations
    This session will focus on pharmacology. The goal of this lecture is to share experiences and ideas among dentists new to the Indian Health Service. We plan to help strengthen your skills and clinical confidence particularly in the specialty area of dental pharmacology, so that you can address the unique treatment needs of a diverse patient population.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    1. Identify the most recent advances in clinical pharmacology for dentists.
    2. Recognize the new drugs, and dental implications for drugs commonly used in hospitals today.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0222: Infection Control
    Date(s): 4/23/2013 - 4/23/2013
    Facility: TBD Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): ERMA CASUSE Director: Suzanne Marks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 15 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 148)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is designed to provide an opportunity to update and improve infection controls practices which will create a safe environment to prevent or reduce the risk of disease transmission to patients and dental staff. Having trained staff who know how to do this becomes a critical part of any infection control program.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Appreciate and value the importance of Infection Control [IC].
    2. Evaluate current IC practices and make changes as necessary.
    3. Implement new and improved IC practices.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0224: 2013 California Area Dental Meeting
    Date(s): 5/6/2013 - 5/9/2013
    Facility: Doubletree Hotel Location: Sacramento, CA
    Instructor(s): Carolyn Brown, Steve Riggio, Frank Grimaldi, Nancy Andrews, Lalani Ratnayake, John Jow, Matthew Nealon, Marilyn Freeman, Melissa Reese, Thaddous Archie, Susan Dahl, JOEL BERRYHILL, Jerry Minsky, Todd Greenway, Justin Crone, Joel Laudenbach, Douglas Young, Ronni Brown, Catherine Draper, Nicette Short, Vicki Wedel, Lisa Saiia, Heidi Christopher, Alan Anderson, Stacey Kennedy, Cheryl Terpak, Gary Nelson, Melodi Randolph, Elisa Tong, Martin Smith, Julie Mendoza, Virginia Hedrick, Michael Meharry Director: Steve Riggio
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 10 - 400 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 75.50 (Total CDE); 2.00 (AGD - 017); 2.00 (AGD - 070); 2.00 (AGD - 135); 8.00 (AGD - 142); 2.00 (AGD - 145); 4.00 (AGD - 148); 13.00 (AGD - 149); 1.00 (AGD - 150); 0.50 (AGD - 151); 2.00 (AGD - 157); 2.00 (AGD - 158); 1.50 (AGD - 182); 4.00 (AGD - 250); 2.00 (AGD - 258); 2.00 (AGD - 430); 6.00 (AGD - 550); 0.50 (AGD - 552); 2.00 (AGD - 561); 2.00 (AGD - 563); 2.00 (AGD - 610); 2.00 (AGD - 670); 2.00 (AGD - 690); 2.00 (AGD - 730); 2.00 (AGD - 731); 1.00 (AGD - 750); 2.00 (AGD - 751); 2.00 (AGD - 754); 2.00 (AGD - 770)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this four day conference is to provide relevant continuing education to California Area dental staff. A variety of clinical topics will be covered. Course objectives, instructor bios, and all disclosure forms are on file.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0225: Top Ten Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office
    Date(s): 5/15/2013 - 5/15/2013
    Facility: Adobe Connect Location:
    Instructor(s): Lori Snidow Director: Sarah Shoffstall-Cone
    Audience: Dentists, Assistants, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 142)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is a webinar via Adobe Connect for the IHS NOHC. The session will be held 5/15/2013 @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET.

    To join meeting: http://ihs.adobeconnect.com/nohcc-de/

    Room Passcode: sunshine



    The purpose of this 1 hour CE course is to outline how to handle the ten medical emergencies most commonly seen in the dental office.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Identify the most common medical emergencies in a dental office.
    2. Describe basic emergent care for patients experiencing these emergencies until the arrival of EMS.
    3. List strategies for training dental staff to assist in the recognition and management of these emergencies.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0228: EHR Reminders and Quality Improvement
    Date(s): 2/27/2013 - 2/27/2013
    Facility: Northern Navajo Medical Center Location: Shiprock, NM
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 561)
    Summary:

    CSC File 5733

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0229: Primary Care and Oral Health
    Date(s): 3/6/2013 - 3/6/2013
    Facility: Live Virtual Session Location: , TN
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    CSC File 5733

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

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    DE0230: Portland Area Prevention Coordinators' Meeting
    Date(s): 6/25/2013 - 6/25/2013
    Facility: Doubletree by Hilton Location: Portland, OR
    Instructor(s): Kathy Phipps, Mary Brickell, Bonnie Bruerd, David Cournoyer, Sean Kelly Director: Bonnie Bruerd
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 30 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 7.25 (Total CDE); 3.25 (AGD - 149); 2.00 (AGD - 151); 1.00 (AGD - 258); 1.00 (AGD - 490)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this course is to promote dental disease prevention activity among the 34 dental programs in the Portland Area and to encourage effective leadership to accomplish all program objectives.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this meeting, the participant will be able to:
    1. Describe the oral health status of AI/AN children.
    2. Describe best practices to prevent ECC.
    3. List best practices to increase performance of GPRA objectives.
    4. List and describe tools to build effective leadership in a dental program.

    Objectives for individual sessions are on file.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0232: Caries Stabilization for Young Children Using Glass Ionomer Sealants and Restorations
    Date(s): 5/30/2013 - 5/30/2013
    Facility: Webinar Location:
    Instructor(s): Rebecca Slayton Director: Bonnie Bruerd
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 430)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course will provide an overview of caries stabilization using glass ionomer sealants and restorations.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this session, the participant will be able to:
    1. Provide glass ionomer sealants and restorations for young children.
    2. List indications/contraindications for glass ionomer restorations in young children.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0238: Quality Improvement
    Date(s): 5/21/2013 - 5/21/2013
    Facility: WebEx Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): Timothy Ricks Director: Suzanne Marks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 25 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Quality improvement in the dental environment can be challenging because of the time available to routinely monitor and improve quality of care. This course will teach participants national benchmarks for quality of dental care, the process by which to easily measure quality of dental care, and how to set and achieve dental quality goals.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Define at least three nationally recognized standards of quality dental care which can be measured.
    2. Describe the quality improvement process from defining the problem to setting realistic goals to carrying out short tests to make improvements.
    3. Identify at least three quality benchmarks that the participant will measure consistently in his/her clinic in an effort to improve quality of care.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0240: Early Childhood Caries Update
    Date(s): 5/22/2013 - 5/22/2013
    Facility: Nashville Area Office Location: Nashville, TN
    Instructor(s): Timothy Ricks Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of a regular series of CE courses offered only to the staff of the Nashville Area. This session will review the goals and objectives of the Early Childhood Caries Collaborative and the activities that have occurred in the first 4 years. Results of the IHS Screening Survey will be reviewed as well as promising practices that have been used in IHS clinics throughout Indian country.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of the session, the participant will be able to:
    1. Name the goals and objectives of the ECC collaborative.
    2. Explain the difference between a best and a promising practice.
    3. Discuss methods of incorporating best practices into the dental program.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0242: Anchorage Dental Study Group - May 2013
    Date(s): 5/21/2013 - 5/21/2013
    Facility: Alaska Native Medical Center Location: Anchorage, AK
    Instructor(s): Sol Silverman Director: RODICA POPESCU
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 4 - 30 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 730)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The Anchorage Dental Study Group will meet 1 hour every 2 months [9 hours/year]. The group will consist of dentists and dental hygienists. Continuing dental education will be provided by the study group participants in one of the following formats:
    1. Journal article presentations
    2. Clinical case presentations
    3. Dental seminars
    4. Guest speaker presentations
    This session will focus on oral manifestations of immunopathic diseases.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this session, the participant will be able to:
    1. Identify adverse effects, tolerance and addiction.
    2. Recognize drug-seeking behavior [DSB].

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0243: 2013 Oklahoma Area Annual Dental Conference
    Date(s): 6/19/2013 - 6/21/2013
    Facility: Embassy Suites Conference Center Location: Norman, OK
    Instructor(s): Mechelle Speed, , Sally Carter, Daniel Trebus, Jim Henry, MARY HOLLISTER, TAD MABRY, Kelly Pease, Brenda McCarson, Lynne Brock, Grace Holden, David Lewis, Marcy Luter, Glen Houston, Raymond Cohlmia Director: Melissa Reese
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 80 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 25.50 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 017); 1.50 (AGD - 070); 1.50 (AGD - 142); 6.75 (AGD - 149); 1.50 (AGD - 158); 1.50 (AGD - 182); 1.50 (AGD - 430); 1.50 (AGD - 551); 1.50 (AGD - 554); 1.50 (AGD - 610); 1.50 (AGD - 730); 1.50 (AGD - 731); 2.75 (AGD - 770)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this three day course is to provide Oklahoma City Area/I/T/U dental providers continuing education opportunities to enhance professional performance, as well as to satisfy licensure requirements.

    Learning Objectives:

    Learning objectives for each session are on file.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0247: Malpractice Prevention
    Date(s): 9/11/2013 - 9/11/2013
    Facility: Nashville Area Office Location: Nashville, TN
    Instructor(s): PATRICK BLAHUT Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 555)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of a regular series of CE courses offered only to the staff of the Nashville and Albuquerque Areas. This session will cover malpractice prevention. Based on data from 24 years of HHS malpractice claims, the trends or key issues that tend to generate malpractice claims will be identified. Key concepts such as “standards of care” will be reviewed. Suggestions as to how to avoid malpractice claims, and if one is filed, how to successfully defend oneself, will be outlined. Finally, a limited number of case studies for discussion will be reviewed.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of the session, the participant will be able to:
    1. List five issues or situations associated with the initiation of malpractice claims.
    2 .State how the standard of care is determined.
    3. Name three specific strategies to avoid or minimize the chances of successful malpractice claims.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0248: 2013 National Combined Councils Meeting
    Date(s): 4/23/2013 - 4/24/2013
    Facility: TBD Location:
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 7.00 (Total CDE); 3.00 (AGD - 550); 1.00 (AGD - 148); 1.00 (AGD - 151); 1.00 (AGD - 149); 1.00 (AGD - 750)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    All documents for this course offering are on file with CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0250: Together on Diabetes Program
    Date(s): 2/13/2013 - 2/13/2013
    Facility: Dzilth-Na-O-Dith-Hle Health Center Location: Bloomfield, NM
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 754)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of CSC File 5652.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

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    DE0254: Documentation and Coding in the Medical Record
    Date(s): 7/23/2013 - 7/23/2013
    Facility: WebEx Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): Timothy Ricks Director: Suzanne Marks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 25 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 554)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    CDT 2013 brought new coding changes that affect IHS and Tribal dental programs. This course will provide an overview of those changes. In addition, common coding mistakes seen in our programs will be addressed. Finally, using the IHS Indirect Review of Clinical Services [chart review tool], seven key documentation standards will be addressed, including examples of proper documentation.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. List three code changes for CDT 2013.
    2. Identify three documentation components of a comprehensive dental examination.
    3. Indicate the proper usage of codes 0150, 0191, 2940, 0210, 4355, 9630, 9910, and 9930.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0256: Confronting Bugs with Ineffective Practices
    Date(s): 10/25/2012 - 10/25/2012
    Facility: Chinle Health Care Facility Location: Chinle, AZ
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 016)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course was part of a series approved by CSC File 5641.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

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    DE0257: Colorectal Cancer: Risk Factors, Diagnosis, and Treatment
    Date(s): 9/13/2012 - 9/13/2012
    Facility: Carl Albert Hospital Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This meeting is part of a series File 5649 at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

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    DE0258: Course Design 101
    Date(s): 7/16/2013 - 7/31/2013
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): MARY HOLLISTER Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Advanced
    Quota: 1 - 15 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 7.00 (Total CDE); 7.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course will provide basic training for IHS staff who offer continuing dental education courses in a distance education [DE] format. The majority of IHS continuing education courses are developed and taught by clinical staff. Many courses have been taught over long period, and ongoing evaluation and modifications have made most of these courses effective. Therefore IHS has a strong cadre of instructors with excellent content knowledge and willingness to teach courses. However, few of these instructors have experience in distance course development and instruction. The purpose of this course is to give IHS staff the tools needed to design dental continuing education in distance or blended formats.

    Learning Objectives:

    The goal of Distance Education Course Design 101 is to develop distance education skills in the current IHS dental workforce.



    At the end of this course participants will be able to:

    • Discuss advantages and disadvantages of different DE format options
    • Identify appropriate multi-media resources for a DE course
    • Explain the DE course design process

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

    Payment Address:

    Please Make Checks Payable to: Indian Health Service.



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    DE0260: Early Childhood Caries Collaborative Virtual Learning Community Program [VLCP] WebEx July 2013
    Date(s): 7/10/2013 - 7/10/2013
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Timothy Ricks Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 50 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.50 (Total CDE); 1.50 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The intent of the Virtual Learning Community Program WebEx Series is to establish a quarterly forum through which IHS, Tribal, and Urban [I/T/U] dental program staff are able to increase awareness and knowledge about the Indian Health Service [IHS] Early Childhood Caries Collaborative[ECCC] and to reduce ECC by 25 in 0-5 year-old American Indian and Alaska Native [AI/AN] children by September 30, 2015. ECC is defined as the presence of one or more decayed, missing [due to decay], or filled teeth in a child under 71 months of age. In the 2010 Survey of 0-5 Year-old AI/AN Children, 1 out of 5 one year-olds and 3 out of 4 five year-olds have experienced tooth decay [caries]. 62 of 2-5 year-old AI/AN children have experienced dental caries, compared to only 28 in the general U.S. population.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this series of WebEx sessions, you will be able to:
    1. List preventive and early intervention objectives of the ECCC.
    2. Discuss effective ways to contact and engage medical and community partners to become working members of the ECCC.
    3. Describe the importance of evaluating ECCC goals.
    4. Identify how ECCC outcomes will be measured.
    5. Justify the importance of coding standardization and the rationale to apply codes in a consistent and appropriate manner.
    6. Create and implement best practices to increase and sustain access to dental care in 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    7. Create and implement best practices to increase the number of sealants applied to 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    8. Create and implement best practices to increase the number of topical fluoride applied to 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    9. Create and implement best practices increase the number of Interim Therapeutic Restorations [ITRs] [also known as “Mighty Mouth Fillings”] in 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0261: Prevention 2013
    Date(s): 7/11/2013 - 7/11/2013
    Facility: Kalispel Dental Clinic Location: Camas, WA
    Instructor(s): Bonnie Bruerd Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 2 - 15 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (DANB Clinical); 2.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is not subject to the lottery. It is offered as an in-service only.
    This two-hour presentation is intended to provide the very latest information on the prevention and management of dental caries and periodontal diseases. Both clinical and community-based interventions will be presented and the learning group will discuss the implementation of these interventions in their local communities. Furthermore, the presentation will review dental program GPRA objectives, ECC, the effects of pop on children’s health, and effective health education strategies.

    It is the policy of the Indian Health Service [IHS], Division of Oral Health [DOH], that faculty/presenters disclose any significant financial or other relationships with commercial companies whose products may be discussed in the activity. The IHS, DOH also requires faculty disclose any unlabeled or investigational use [not yet approved for any purpose] of pharmaceutical products and medical devices.

    This course has been planned and implemented in accordance with the ADA CERP Recognition Standards and Procedures. None of the faculty/presenters for this activity has a conflict of interest, and there is no use of unlabeled or investigational pharmaceutical products or medical devices. The educational objectives, content and selection of educational methods and instructors are conducted independent of any commercial entity.

    Concerns or complaints about this course may be directed to marybeth.kinney@comcast.net or to ADA CERP at http://www.ada.org/goto/cerp.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

    1. List at least three modes of delivering fluoride.
    2. Describe at least one strategy to recruit school-age children to the dental clinic for sealants.
    3. Describe at least one strategy to recruit more infants and toddlers to the dental program for screening and fluoride.
    4. List at least two strategies to improve the effectiveness of health education.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0263: Infections of the Head and Neck
    Date(s): 10/16/2013 - 10/16/2013
    Facility: Adobe Connect Location:
    Instructor(s): NORMAN JAMES Director: Sarah Shoffstall-Cone
    Audience: Dentists, Assistants, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 730)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is a webinar via Adobe Connect for the IHS NOHC. The purpose of this 1 hour CE course is to outline how to evaluate and treat infections of the head and neck.

    The session is scheduled for 10/16/2013 @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET. To join meeting: http://ihs.adobeconnect.com/nohcc-de/

    Room Passcode: sunshine

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Identify the most common head and neck infections.
    2. Evaluate head and neck infections properly.
    3. Treat head and neck injuries.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0265: Nitrous Oxide in Dentistry: A Review
    Date(s): 8/28/2013 - 8/28/2013
    Facility: Webinar Location:
    Instructor(s): Joseph Churchill Director: JAN COLTON
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 132)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this one hour webinar course is to give IHS dental staff a review of nitrous oxide use in the denetal setting. The course will include history, mechanism of action, protocols, and an update on recent developments with delivery systems.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Administer nitrous oxide and monitor vital signs.
    2. Identify and manage nitrous oxide emergencies.
    3. Explain the mechanism of action and identify signs of efficacy.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0267: Endodontic Microscopy, Part 2
    Date(s): 8/28/2013 - 8/28/2013
    Facility: Nashville Area Office Location: Nashville, TN
    Instructor(s): JOHN KING Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 070)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of a regular series of CE courses offered only to the staff of the Nashville and Albuquerque Areas. This session will cover the history and review of the use of surgical operating microscopes in dentistry and endodontics and its impact on treatment outcomes. This session is Part 2 following the session on August 14.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of the session, the participant will be able to:
    1. Discuss the use of SOMs in dentistry and endodontics.
    2. Decide if Magnification and Illumination is something they want to incorporate in their practice.
    3. List some published research on the topic.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0268: Teaching and Learning Online
    Date(s): 9/9/2013 - 9/25/2013
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): MARY HOLLISTER Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: (Total CDE)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course will provide basic training for IHS staff who offer continuing dental education courses in a distance education [DE] format. The majority of IHS continuing education courses are taught by clinical staff. Many courses have been taught over long period, and ongoing evaluation and modifications have made most of these courses effective. Therefore IHS has a strong cadre of instructors with excellent content knowledge and willingness to teach courses. However, few of these instructors have experience in distance teaching. The purpose of this course is to give IHS staff the tools needed to teach CDE in distance or blended formats.

    Learning Objectives:

    At the end of this course participants will be able to:


    • Discuss the role of cognitive learning theories in distance education

    • Discuss the benefits of various teaching tools in classroom and distance education

    • Facilitate learning in a distance education course


    Prerequisites:

    None.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:

    Please Make Checks Payable to: Indian Health Service.



    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0269: Health Literacy for the Oral Health Professional
    Date(s): 10/1/2013 - 10/1/2013
    Facility: WebEx Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): Janice Morrow Director: Suzanne Marks
    Audience: Dentists, Assistants, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 25 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 557)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session will raise awareness about health literacy and describe strategies for improving communication between oral health advocate and patient.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Describe what factors affect health literacy.
    2. List the health risks to people with low health literacy.
    3. Identify specific strategies for communicating with low literacy patients.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0271: Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative
    Date(s): 8/8/2013 - 8/8/2013
    Facility: Chickasaw Nation Medical Center Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is part of Grand Rounds file 5767. All documents on file at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0272: Advances in Rectal Cancer Management
    Date(s): 7/11/2013 - 7/11/2013
    Facility: Chickasaw Nation Medical Center Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is part of Grand Rounds file 5767. All documents on file at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0273: Bile Duct Cases
    Date(s): 7/25/2013 - 7/25/2013
    Facility: Chickasaw Nation Medical Center Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is part of Grand Rounds file 5767. All documents on file at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0274: Appropriate Use of Biologic Agents in Rheumatic Diseases
    Date(s): 7/31/2013 - 7/31/2013
    Facility: Northern Navajo Medical Center Location: Shiprock, NM
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is part of the Grand Rounds. All documentation is on file at CSC5789.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0279: Treating the Medically Compromised Dental Patient
    Date(s): 9/24/2013 - 9/24/2013
    Facility: WebEx Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): Leonard Thomas Director: Suzanne Marks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 25 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 754)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    In this session, we will discuss the dental management of medically compromised patients to identify the need for modification of their dental treatment according to their medical condition.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Identify some of the most commonly encountered medical problems dentists see in daily practice.
    2. Discuss the management of medically compromised patients to prevent potential complications.
    3. Review antibiotic prophylaxis regimens for the dental procedures.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2012 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0280: Early Childhood Caries Collaborative Virtual Learning Community Program [VLCP] WebEx October 2013
    Date(s): 10/2/2013 - 10/2/2013
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Timothy Ricks Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 50 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    October call:
    WHAT: Virtual Learning Community Program-2 Conference Call 4
    TOPIC: “Successes from VLCP-2 Sites & VLCP-2 Wrap-Up”
    TIME: 1:00 Eastern, 12:00 Central, 11:00 Mountain, 10:00 Pacific
    CALL-IN: [866] 737-9364
    PASSCODE: 9510172

    The intent of the Virtual Learning Community Program WebEx Series is to establish a quarterly forum through which IHS, Tribal, and Urban [I/T/U] dental program staff are able to increase awareness and knowledge about the Indian Health Service [IHS] Early Childhood Caries Collaborative[ECCC] and to reduce ECC by 25 in 0-5 year-old American Indian and Alaska Native [AI/AN] children by September 30, 2015. ECC is defined as the presence of one or more decayed, missing [due to decay], or filled teeth in a child under 71 months of age. In the 2010 Survey of 0-5 Year-old AI/AN Children, 1 out of 5 one year-olds and 3 out of 4 five year-olds have experienced tooth decay [caries]. 62 of 2-5 year-old AI/AN children have experienced dental caries, compared to only 28 in the general U.S. population.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this series of WebEx sessions, you will be able to:
    1. List preventive and early intervention objectives of the ECCC.
    2. Discuss effective ways to contact and engage medical and community partners to become working members of the ECCC.
    3. Describe the importance of evaluating ECCC goals.
    4. Identify how ECCC outcomes will be measured.
    5. Justify the importance of coding standardization and the rationale to apply codes in a consistent and appropriate manner.
    6. Create and implement best practices to increase and sustain access to dental care in 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    7. Create and implement best practices to increase the number of sealants applied to 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    8. Create and implement best practices to increase the number of topical fluoride applied to 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.
    9. Create and implement best practices increase the number of Interim Therapeutic Restorations [ITRs] [also known as “Mighty Mouth Fillings”] in 0-5 year-old AI/AN children.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0282: HP/DP Program Awards Proposal Writing Training
    Date(s): 9/30/2013 - 11/1/2013
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Alyssa York Director: Alyssa York
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 2 - 25 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.50 (Total CDE); 1.50 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    The Inter Tribal Council of Arizona Dental Prevention and Clinical Support Center’s purpose of this 1.5 hr course is to briefly train the Phoenix and Tucson Areas IHS, Tribal and Urban Dental Programs to develop, compose and submit a competitive Health Promotion / Disease Prevention proposal with the intent to increase the number of Health Promotion / Disease Prevention proposals from the two areas.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Determine what types of interventions and service to include in a HP/DP program awards proposal.
    2. Apply the guidelines upon writing and submitting the HP/DP program award proposals.
    3. Identify the criteria the reviewers will be looking for when reviewing the HP/DP program awards proposal, therefore preparing their proposals to meet the criteria of the reviewers.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0283: Best Practices in Health Promotion/Disease Prevention
    Date(s): 10/9/2013 - 10/9/2013
    Facility: Nashville Area Office Location: Nashville, TN
    Instructor(s): Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of a regular series of CE courses offered only to the staff of the Nashville Area. This session will spotlight community programs that target three age groups across the lifespan. Panelists will discuss programs for preschool teacher training, elementary school based dental services, and oral health for elders.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of the session, the participant will be able to:
    1. Name at least two methods that dental staff may use to assist preschool teachers achieve performance standards.
    2. Discuss barriers commonly encountered in school based dental programs.
    3. Identify common oral health concerns that may be expressed in elder groups.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0287: Malpractice Prevention
    Date(s): 10/22/2013 - 10/22/2013
    Facility: Albuquerque Area Office Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): PATRICK BLAHUT Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Hygienists, Assistants, Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 555)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This session is part of a regular series of CE courses offered only to the staff of the Nashville and Albuquerque Areas. This session will cover malpractice prevention. Based on data from 24 years of HHS malpractice claims, the trends or key issues that tend to generate malpractice claims will be identified. Key concepts such as “standards of care” will be reviewed. Suggestions as to how to avoid malpractice claims, and if one is filed, how to successfully defend oneself, will be outlined. Finally, a limited number of case studies for discussion will be reviewed.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of the session, the participant will be able to:
    1. List five issues or situations associated with the initiation of malpractice claims.
    2 .State how the standard of care is determined.
    3. Name three specific strategies to avoid or minimize the chances of successful malpractice claims.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0290: Mental Health and Substance Abuse
    Date(s): 4/11/2013 - 4/11/2013
    Facility: Chickasaw Nation Medical Center Location: Ada, OK
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 157)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is part of Grand Rounds file 5767. All documents on file at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

    Payment Address: