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Indian Health Service
Continuing Dental Education
Course Directory

FY 2015

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).

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2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

Dentist Courses

DD0001: Advanced Topics in Pediatric Dentistry
Date(s): 11/4/2014 - 11/7/2014
Facility: Alaska Native Medical Center Location: Anchorage, AK
Instructor(s): Jody Atzmon, Dana Pfaffle, THOMAS BREWER, STEVEN RAYES, John Etter, JAMES SINGLETON, Alison Walsh, Kayla Carver, Elizabeth Rogers, Jonathan Norris Director: THOMAS BREWER
Audience: Dentists, DHA Level: Basic
Quota: 4 - 25 students Tuition: $0.00
Hours: 32.50 (Total CDE); 1.50 (AGD - 017); 2.00 (AGD - 070); 1.50 (AGD - 132); 1.75 (AGD - 142); 1.75 (AGD - 155); 1.25 (AGD - 163); 1.25 (AGD - 250); 2.50 (AGD - 370); 1.00 (AGD - 430); 2.00 (AGD - 431); 4.50 (AGD - 434); 1.25 (AGD - 435); 1.50 (AGD - 436); 2.00 (AGD - 438); 1.00 (AGD - 730); 1.00 (AGD - 734); 2.00 (AGD - 739); 1.00 (AGD - 751); 1.75 (AGD - 432)
Course Types Course Types Course Types
Summary:

This course is available to staff in Alaska Area only.

The purpose of this course is to provide participants with a foundation of the basic knowledge of pediatric dentistry at the graduate program level. The course includes a full range of topics pertinent to the clinical practice of pediatric dentistry.

Individual Session Summaries

TUESDAY NOV 4         
Preventive Dentistry-Walsh

Preventative dentistry focuses on keeping teeth and gums healthy before treatment needs to be completed in a surgical fashion. This session will include a discussion on several dental prevention strategies including sealants, fluoride, xylitol, chlorhexidine. Anticipatory guidance for children ages 0-12 will also be examined.

Anterior and Posterior Pulp Therapy-Rayes

This session will cover current concepts in pulp therapy of the anterior and posterior primary dentition, including pulpotomy, pulpectomy, and indirect pulp cap. Materials and techniques will be described. Time will be spent reviewing the diagnosis of pulpal health from various signs and symptoms and determining appropriate therapy based upon the diagnosis.

Early Infant Care-Walsh

This session will identify anatomical and health considerations unique to the youngest in our population. The one year old dental exam will be outlined. Dental care and dental treatment specific for ages 0-2 care will be explored.

Special Needs-Rogers

This session will cover a variety of special needs that the general dentist may encounter in pediatric patients. Signs, symptoms, and the dental implications of these conditions will be discussed.

Anterior Restorations/Dental Materials-Norris

This session will cover a range of techniques and materials used in restoring anterior teeth in primary dentition.

WEDNESDAY NOV 5         
Hospital Dentistry-Walsh

Sometimes due to age, extent of treatment, behavior or medical conditions, dental treatment needs to be completed in the hospital setting. This session will describe how treatment in the hospital operating room occurs including a discussion of the risks and benefits of receiving treatment in this manner. Some special health considerations will be identified. The session will end with a review of antibiotic prophylaxis based on the most recent guidelines.

Oral Medicine-Norris

This lecture will present oral pathology and syndromes that are important to pediatric dentistry.

Treatment Planning-Atzmon

This presentation will cover aspects of treatment planning for a pediatric patient. Treatment options for children will be discussed including general anesthesia, conscious sedation, and no treatment. Example cases will be considered.

Post Operative Pain and Emesis Control for Children-Fox

This session looks at the causes of intra-operative and post-operative pain, and then progresses into how pain can be best managed in the pediatric patient. We will discuss different types of analgesics, how they work, and common dosages. Following pain control, we will discuss causes of nausea and vomiting in the dental setting and how this can be control with anti-emetics. Again, specific drugs and dosages will be identified.

Arch Length Analysis and Serial Extractions-Etter

This session will discuss when to determine when serial extraction would be beneficial to patients.

Class II Caries Restoration/SSC-Rogers

This session will cover a range of techniques and materials used in restoring cavitated posterior teeth in pediatric patients.

THURSDAY NOV 6         
Growth and Development-Singleton

This session will cover explanation of mechanisms, control processes, and theories of craniofacial growth.

Nitrous Oxide-Singleton

This session reviews the use of Nitrous Oxide for dental patients. Included in the discussion are patient selection, indications/contraindications, safety/equipment and clinical protocols.

Space Maintenance-Fox

During this session, we will discuss the indications and goals for space maintenance in the primary and mixed dentitions. The different types of space maintainers will be identified and laboratory models will be displayed. This session will compare and contrast the different types of space maintainers and we will use clinical examples to apply their use. In addition, we will also discuss ectopic eruption and anterior cross-bites that require early treatment.

Oral Pathology-Singleton

This session will review common oral pathological conditions in pediatric dentistry using clinical photographs and scenarios.

Medical Emergencies-Singleton

This session will discuss common emergencies in the dental office, the team management approach, and specific emergency scenarios.

FRIDAY NOV 7         
Behavior Guidance-Brewer

This session will review techniques currently accepted by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry for the guidance of behavior of children in the dental clinic environment. It will include background information in developmental psychology, and will include discussion of various reasons that children don’t cooperate for dental treatment, as well as discussion of the most frequent difficult behavioral situations encountered in the dental clinic. It will focus on the child’s ability to cope with stress, and techniques to facilitate effortful self-control by the child while under the stress of the dental visit. There will be discussion of temperament and how it relates to a child’s behavior during a dental visit. The use of pre-designed scripts will be encouraged to help participants in their daily practical interactions with child patients and their parents. Pitfalls and common errors in the guidance of child behavior will be discussed as well.

Trauma-Atzmon

This presentation will be covering a large variety of types of dental trauma of both the primary and permanent dentitions. The management of trauma will be discussed, including examination, diagnosis and treatment. Complications and sequela will be reviewed with educational resources provided.

PANDA-Shearrer

This session will be concerned with how to identify neglect and abuse in the patient and how to provide the appropriate intervention.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
1. Accurately assess when intervention is indicated in the developing dentition.
2. Recognize and treat accidental and non-accidental trauma.
3. Properly treatment plan preventive, pulpal, restorative and behavior guidance needs of their pediatric and special needs patients.

Individual session objectives:

TUESDAY NOV 4         
Preventive Dentistry-Walsh

1. Identify several preventative adjuncts to dental treatment and describe their applications.
2. Explain the process of caries transmission and the influence on caries prevention.
3. Recognize dental milestones and age specific needs for children ages 0-12.

Anterior and Posterior Pulp Therapy-Rayes

1. Diagnose pulpal health and select appropriate therapy based on diagnosis.
2. Perform pulpectomy, pulpotomy and indirect pulp caps on primary teeth.
3. Explain the biological principals behind pulpal diagnosis, treatment planning, and therapy.

Early Infant Care-Walsh

1. Explain the importance of establishing a dental home.
2. Execute a thorough knee to knee clinical exam.
3. Recognize and treat early childhood caries [ECC] in children younger than two.

Special Needs-Rogers

1. Identify common special needs in the pediatric patient population.
2. Explain the dental implications of these conditions.
3. Provide and coordinate dental treatment for children with special needs in your practice.

Anterior Restorations/Dental Materials-Norris

1. Identify the anatomical considerations in restoring anterior primary teeth.
2. Describe various treatment options for anterior primary restorations.
3. Explain how to restore anterior primary teeth with multiple dental materials.

WEDNESDAY NOV 5         
Hospital Dentistry-Walsh

1. Describe the risks and benefits of a patient receiving dental treatment under general anesthesia.
2. Recognize patients with health complications and possible modifications needed to receive treatment in the hospital setting.
3. Order antibiotic prophylaxis based on the most recent guidelines.

Oral Medicine-Norris

1. Identify common pathology found in the pediatric patient.
2. Describe the proper treatment and management of discussed pathology.
3. Explain where each pathologic lesion most frequently occurs.

Treatment Planning-Atzmon

1. Explain the importance of the patient’s history.
2. List prevention/recall strategies.
3. Describe informed consent when developing a treatment plan.
4. Develop a treatment plan based on patient’s short and long term needs.
5. Prioritize sequencing of treatment including consultations with health care providers for medically compromised patients.

Post Operative Pain and Emesis Control for Children-Fox

1. Define analgesia and identify indications for pain control.
2. Discuss the different classes of analgesics, mechanism of action, and common dosages for the pediatric population.
3. Identify common anti-emetics and recognize how to prevent and treat intra- and post-operative nausea.

Arch Length Analysis and Serial Extractions-Etter

1. Discuss treatment sequence of serial extraction technique.
2. Explain occlusion and space changes from primary dentition to transitional dentition to permanent dentition.
3. Predict space problems in permanent dentition while patient is in transitional dentition.

Class II Caries Restoration/SSC-Rogers

1. Consider a variety of treatment options when restoring a primary posterior tooth.
2. List the pros and cons of different treatment techniques and materials.

THURSDAY NOV 6         
Growth and Development-Singleton

1. Explain the mechanisms of bone growth.
2. Describe the variations of growth to accommodate anatomical and structural requirements
3. List the theories of Craniofacial growth.

Nitrous Oxide-Singleton

1. Discuss the pharmacology of Nitrous Oxide.
2. Explain the patient selection process as well as indications/contraindications.
3. List clinical protocols for use.

Space Maintenance-Fox

1. Identify indications for space maintenance.
2. List and contrast the different types of space maintainers.
3. Evaluate and recommend space maintainers based on clinical case examples.

Oral Pathology-Singleton

1. Establish a framework for classifying oral pathological conditions.
2. Recognize common pediatric oral pathology.
3. Determine an appropriate treatment plan after establishing the diagnosis.

Medical Emergencies-Singleton

1. Recognize and manage medical emergencies in the dental office.
2. Easily access the emergency equipment in the dental clinic.
3. Instruct staff in case of an emergency in the dental office.

FRIDAY NOV 7         
Behavior Guidance-Brewer

1. Recognize and respond appropriately to the various types of crying presented by children.
2. Develop scripts for use in a variety of commonly recurrent behavior guidance situations.
3. Utilize a variety of behavior guidance techniques accepted by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.
4. Respect the stress that a child dental patient experiences during their visit, and be prepared to facilitate effortful self-control on the part of the patient.

Trauma-Atzmon

1. Recognize and treat traumatic injuries to the primary and permanent dentition.
2. Locate updated information on treating traumatic injuries to the primary and permanent dentition.
3. Determine recall schedules for patients who have received traumatic injuries to their dentition.

PANDA-Shearrer

1. Describe types of abuse and neglect.
2. Identify physical and behavioral characteristics of abuse/neglect of victims and abusers.
3. Apply the appropriate intervention when abuse/neglect is suspected.


Prerequisites:

DDS or DHAT

Travel:

Payment Address:





2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

Dentist Courses

DD0002: Endodontic Cleaning and Shaping
Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
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:

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:





2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

Dentist Courses

DD0003: Endodontic Emergencies
Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
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:

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 an 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; reviewed 2014


Course References:

Cohen's Pathways of the Pulp Expert Consult, 10eMay 24, 2010
by Kenneth M. Hargreaves DDS PhD FICD FACD and Louis H. Berman DDS FACD


Endodontics: Principles and Practice, 5eApr 10, 2014
by Mahmoud Torabinejad DMD MSD PhD and Ashraf Fouad


Ingle's Endodontics 6e Hardcover – December 31, 2007
by John I. Ingle [Author], Leif K. Bakland [Author], J. Craig Baumgartner [Author]


Questions about this course can be directed to: Thomas.Taylor@ihs.gov

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:





2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

Dentist Courses

DD0004: Endodontic Obturation
Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
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:

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:





2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

Dentist Courses

DD0005: Online Caries Stabilization
Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
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
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    Audio:

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

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    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Dentist Courses

    DD0006: Pediatric Dentistry Literature Review: Disease Intervention and Management, Week 1
    Date(s): 1/7/2015 - 1/7/2015
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): John Zimmer Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.50 (Total CDE); 1.50 (AGD - 430)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is a discussion-based literature review related to the prevention and management of carious lesions in the primary and mixed dentition. Each session will include a discussion on a series of articles focusing on a specific topic. The topics to be reviewed are: comparison of chemotherapeutic prevention modalities; excavation techniques; and restorative materials. Prior to each session a central question will be asked, and pertinent journal articles will be made available.
    Please note: There is no expectation for participants to make a formal presentation on any article. In addition, the review of the articles will be kept in a clinically relevant context. I suspect the phrase; “That is nice but…” may occur throughout the discussion sessions. The number of articles will vary, based on the number of participants and the complexity of the issue.
    Week 1 - Non-fluoride and fluoride preventive agents: What is the expected outcome? – Is the evidence in support of glass ionomer sealants sufficient?
    Week 2 – How clean must a lesion become before a restoration is placed?
    Week 3 – Is the primary tooth pulpotomy out of date?
    Week 4 – Is a stainless steel crown [SSC] really the most effective restoration for primary teeth?

    Week One Non-fluoride and fluoride preventive agents: What is the expected outcome?
    • Non-fluoride caries-preventive agents; executive summary of evidence-based clinical recommendations. [Rethman, 2014]
    • Fluoride varnish efficacy in preventing Early Childhood Caries. [Weintraub, 2006]
    • Caries progress in primary molars: 24 month results from a minimal treatment programme [Craig 1981]
    Is the evidence in support of glass ionomer sealants sufficient?
    • Caries-preventive effect of glass ionomer and resin-based fissure sealants on primary teeth: a meta-analysis [Yengopal 2009]
    • Caries preventive effect of a one-time application of composite resin and glass ionomer sealants after 5 years [Beiruti 2006]


    Learning Objectives:

    Upon competition of the course participants will be able to:
    1. Critically read dental literature, and to be able to appreciate various interpretations of the findings.
    2. Discuss the current literature on four topics.
    3. Distinguish and evaluate the difference between a published clinical trial and your personal clinical experience.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Dentist Courses

    DD0008: Pediatric Dentistry Literature Review: Disease Intervention and Management, Week 2
    Date(s): 1/14/2015 - 1/14/2015
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): John Zimmer Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (AGD - 430)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is a discussion-based literature review related to the prevention and management of carious lesions in the primary and mixed dentition. Each session will include a discussion on a series of articles focusing on a specific topic. The topics to be reviewed are: comparison of chemotherapeutic prevention modalities; excavation techniques; and restorative materials. Prior to each session a central question will be asked, and pertinent journal articles will be made available.
    Please note: There is no expectation for participants to make a formal presentation on any article. In addition, the review of the articles will be kept in a clinically relevant context. I suspect the phrase; “That is nice but…” may occur throughout the discussion sessions. The number of articles will vary, based on the number of participants and the complexity of the issue.
    Week 1 - Non-fluoride and fluoride preventive agents: What is the expected outcome? – Is the evidence in support of glass ionomer sealants sufficient?
    Week 2 – How clean must a lesion become before a restoration is placed?
    Week 3 – Is the primary tooth pulpotomy out of date?
    Week 4 – Is a stainless steel crown [SSC] really the most effective restoration for primary teeth?

    Week Two How clean must the lesion be before a restoration is placed?
    • Guideline on pediatric restorative dentistry. [AAPD 2012]
    • Rational for the partial removal of carious tissue in primary teeth [Riberio 2012]
    • Evaluation of primary carious dentine after cavity sealing in deep lesions: a 10-13 month follow-up [Chibinski 2013]
    • Treatment of Deep carious lesion by complete or partial removal: a critical review [Thompson 2008]
    • Should Deciduous teeth be Restored? Reflections of a Cariologist [Kidd 2012]


    Learning Objectives:

    Upon competition of the course participants will be able to:
    1. Critically read dental literature, and to be able to appreciate various interpretations of the findings.
    2. Discuss the current literature on four topics.
    3. Distinguish and evaluate the difference between a published clinical trial and your personal clinical experience.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Dentist Courses

    DD0009: Pediatric Dentistry Literature Review: Disease Intervention and Management, Week 3
    Date(s): 1/21/2015 - 1/21/2015
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): John Zimmer Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (AGD - 430)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is a discussion-based literature review related to the prevention and management of carious lesions in the primary and mixed dentition. Each session will include a discussion on a series of articles focusing on a specific topic. The topics to be reviewed are: comparison of chemotherapeutic prevention modalities; excavation techniques; and restorative materials. Prior to each session a central question will be asked, and pertinent journal articles will be made available.
    Please note: There is no expectation for participants to make a formal presentation on any article. In addition, the review of the articles will be kept in a clinically relevant context. I suspect the phrase; “That is nice but…” may occur throughout the discussion sessions. The number of articles will vary, based on the number of participants and the complexity of the issue.
    Week 1 - Non-fluoride and fluoride preventive agents: What is the expected outcome? – Is the evidence in support of glass ionomer sealants sufficient?
    Week 2 – How clean must a lesion become before a restoration is placed?
    Week 3 – Is the primary tooth pulpotomy out of date?
    Week 4 – Is a stainless steel crown [SSC] really the most effective restoration for primary teeth?

    Week Three Is the primary tooth pulpotomy out of date?
    • Indirect pulp capping and primary teeth: Is the primary tooth pulpotomy out of date? [Croll 2008]
    • Contemporary perspectives on vital pulp therapy – views from the endodontists [Seale 2008]
    • Caries control and other variable associated with success with primary molar vital pulp therapy [Vij 2004]
    • Letter to the Editor [Bogen] / Response to the letter to the editor [Seale]


    Learning Objectives:

    Upon competition of the course participants will be able to:
    1. Critically read dental literature, and to be able to appreciate various interpretations of the findings.
    2. Discuss the current literature on four topics.
    3. Distinguish and evaluate the difference between a published clinical trial and your personal clinical experience.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Dentist Courses

    DD0010: Pediatric Dentistry Literature Review: Disease Intervention and Management, Week 4
    Date(s): 1/28/2015 - 1/28/2015
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): John Zimmer Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (AGD - 430)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is a discussion-based literature review related to the prevention and management of carious lesions in the primary and mixed dentition. Each session will include a discussion on a series of articles focusing on a specific topic. The topics to be reviewed are: comparison of chemotherapeutic prevention modalities; excavation techniques; and restorative materials. Prior to each session a central question will be asked, and pertinent journal articles will be made available.
    Please note: There is no expectation for participants to make a formal presentation on any article. In addition, the review of the articles will be kept in a clinically relevant context. I suspect the phrase; “That is nice but…” may occur throughout the discussion sessions. The number of articles will vary, based on the number of participants and the complexity of the issue.
    Week 1 - Non-fluoride and fluoride preventive agents: What is the expected outcome? – Is the evidence in support of glass ionomer sealants sufficient?
    Week 2 – How clean must a lesion become before a restoration is placed?
    Week 3 – Is the primary tooth pulpotomy out of date?
    Week 4 – Is a stainless steel crown [SSC] really the most effective restoration for primary teeth?

    Week Four Is a stainless steel crown [SSC] really the most effective restoration for primary teeth?
    • AAPD Restorative Guidelines
    • Efficacy of preformed metal crowns vs amalgam restoration in primary molars – a systematic review [Randall 2000]
    • Six-year success rates of occlusal amalgams and glass-ionomer restorations placed using three minimal intervention approaches [Mandari 2008]
    • A comparison of general dentists’ and pediatric dentists’ treatment recommendations for primary teeth [Knight-Hanes 1991]
    • Evidence is lacking to support resin infiltration for primary molar proximal lesions [Nainar 2014]
    • Conservative Glass Ionomer Cement Occlusal Restorations can be as Effective as Conventional Amalgam Occlusal Restorations [Frencken 2003]


    Learning Objectives:

    Upon competition of the course participants will be able to:
    1. Critically read dental literature, and to be able to appreciate various interpretations of the findings.
    2. Discuss the current literature on four topics.
    3. Distinguish and evaluate the difference between a published clinical trial and your personal clinical experience.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Dentist Courses

    DD0011: Challenges in an Indian Health Service [IHS] Dental Practice
    Date(s): 4/6/2015 - 4/10/2015
    Facility: Woodlands Hotel Location: Flagstaff, AZ
    Instructor(s): David Oldroyd, Amy Suhr, Kenneth Moran, TIMOTHY LOZON, Jennifer Borden, TODD SMITH, Kathleen OConnor-Moran, Thomas Taylor, Tony McClure, Christina Zeigler Director: Christina Zeigler
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 6 - 10 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 40.00 (Total CDE); 8.00 (AGD - 070); 8.00 (AGD - 250); 8.00 (AGD - 430); 4.00 (AGD - 490); 8.00 (AGD - 310); 4.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    To gain access to this course, please contact Dr. Christina Zeigler at Christina.Zeigler@TCHEALTH.ORG.

    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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    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Hygienist Courses

    DH0001: Dental Hygienist Educator Course
    Date(s): 3/30/2015 - 4/3/2015
    Facility: AIDC Dental Clinic Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): TODD SMITH, Edwina Lee, Mylene Santulan Director: Lisa Begay
    Audience: Hygienists, Dentists Level: Advanced
    Quota: 4 - 6 students Tuition: $554.00
    Hours: 40.00 (Total CDE); 40.00 (AGD - 490)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Note: Contact Dr. Lisa Begay or Dr. Todd Smith for registration to this course.

    This didactic and lab course is for dental hygienists who have a desire to be IHS educators in periodontics. This is a teaching course, where the participant will learn how and what to teach dental assistants in basic clinical periodontics. You will be preparing the assistant to provide ultrasonic instrumentation, OHI, and antimicrobial recommendations to their patients under the direction of a dentist or hygienist. This course will certify you to teach dental assistants and provide continuing education credits through the Division of Oral Health CDE program, as well as enhance your CV/Resume with dental activities outside your normal service unit duties. PowerPoint presentations will be provided to all course participants to facilitate teaching activities.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Use the concepts of adult education in teaching situations.
    2. Teach detection and classification of periodontal disease.
    3. Motivate individuals to improve oral hygiene and periodontal health.
    4. Teach safe and effective ultrasonic scaling of teeth.
    5. Accurately code for periodontal and hygiene procedures with IHS/ADA coding.
    6. Recommend effective toothpastes, mouth rinses and oral hygiene aids to dental assistants and patients.
    7. Identify who is at risk for periodontal breakdown.
    8. Use mounted dentiforms effectively to teach instrumentation of teeth.

    Prerequisites:

    Participant has been a clinical hygienist for at least five years and has the supervisor's permission to teach a four-day course, either at or away from the service unit.

    Contact Dr. Lisa Begay or Dr. Todd Smith for registration to this course.

    Travel:

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    Assistant Courses

    DA0058: Essentials of Radiology
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): ERMA CASUSE, MARIE MONTIN Director: ERMA CASUSE
    Audience: Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 0 - 500 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 8.00 (Total CDE)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is offered via through Adobe Connect Recordings. Each module will cover a particular aspect of radiology. After you register for the course you'll be able to access the Course Modules through this course page, accessed through your MyCDE area.


    Course Modules


    Paralleling Tech. Part 1, [2 hrs.]

    Paralleling Tech. Part 2, [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 [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, [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

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    Assistant Courses

    DA0059: Dental Assisting Concepts and Practice [DACP] Part I
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): ERMA CASUSE, MARY BETH KINNEY 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.

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    Assistant Courses

    DA0060: Digital Radiology - Royer
    Date(s): 10/6/2014 - 10/10/2014
    Facility: ANMC Location: Anchorage, AK
    Instructor(s): ROYANN ROYER Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Assistants, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 0 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 36.00 (Total CDE); 36.00 (DANB Clinical); 36.00 (AGD - 165)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Digital radiology course given in person by Royann Royer.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

    Payment Address:

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    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Assistant Courses

    DA0061: Periodontal Expanded Functions - Basic
    Date(s): 3/30/2015 - 4/3/2015
    Facility: Albuquerque Indian Dental Clinic Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): TODD SMITH, Mylene Santulan, Edwina Lee Director: Lisa Begay
    Audience: Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 9 - 17 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 35.00 (Total CDE); 35.00 (DANB Clinical); 35.00 (AGD - 490)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is composed of didactic and clinical instruction. It is designed to teach dental assistants to provide dental cleanings to remove visible calculus by using 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. Agenda:

    March 30, 2015   Monday 1:00-5:00 PM - Lecture
    •   Detection and Diagnosis- Gingivitis and Periodontitis
    •   Public Health Perio and Periodontal Risk

    March 31, 2015   Tuesday 8:00 AM- Noon - Lecture and Lab
    •   Instrumentation of teeth using ultrasonic equipment
    •   Dental procedure codes
    •   Ultrasonic lab using mannequins/typodonts

    March 31, 2015   Tuesday 1:00- 5:00 PM- Lab
    •   Ultrasonic lab with mannequins/typodonts
    •   Lab evaluations through direct observation and feedback

    April 1, 2015   Wednesday 8:00 AM- Noon - Practicum
    •   Students provide dental cleanings on each
    •   Practicum evaluations through direct observation and feedback

    April 1, 2015   Wednesday 1:00- 5:00 PM- Practicum
    •   Students provide dental cleanings for patients
    •   Patients scheduled every 1 ½ hours
    •   Practicum evaluation for each patient through direct observation and feedback

    April 2, 2015   Thursday 8:00 AM- Noon - Practicum
    •   Students provide dental cleanings for patients
    •   Patients scheduled every 1 ½ hours
    •   Practicum evaluations through direct observation and feedback

    April 2, 2015   Thursday 1:00- 5:00 PM- Practicum
    •   Students provide dental cleanings for patients
    •   Patients scheduled every 1 ½ hours
    •   Practicum evaluations through direct observation and feedback

    April 3, 2015   Friday 8:00 AM- Noon – Practicum and Close Out
    •   Students provide dental cleanings for patients until 11:00 AM
    •   Explanation of post-course work, Q&A session, and evaluations

    Post-Course Requirements: Students must complete 20 dental cleanings which are checked and scored by the hygienist/dentist at their home dental clinic. This is documented on the Follow-Up Training Progress Record, and sent to the instructor before a Course Completion Certificate is provided by the Division of Oral Health.

    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. Provide thorough ultrasonic scaling of teeth..
    4. Accurately code for periodontal and hygiene procedures with IHS/ADA coding. .
    5. Recommend effective toothpastes, mouth rinses 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:

    Dental assistants must have basic knowledge about periodontal disease before attending the Periodontal Expanded Functions-Basic course. The basic knowledge includes: what makes oral hygiene instruction effective; how to modify patient behavior to improve compliance with oral hygiene regimens; predisposing factors that relate to motivation to act or change; how antimicrobials work, and their use in preventing and treating periodontal diseases. This online course consists of pre-tests, learning activities, and post-tests in the two modules. To complete this course, dental assistants must earn a score of 80 percent or better on each post-test. Upon successful completion of the two modules in this course, dental assistants will be able to register for the Periodontal Expanded Functions-Basic course.

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    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Assistant Courses

    DA1000: Radiological Health and Safety Examination
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 11/30/2015
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): MARY BETH KINNEY Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 0 - 10000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 0.00 (Total CDE)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    There is no need to "Register" for this course. Simply login to the CDE and use the link provided on the Course Page - "Take the exam" in the "Instructions" section on the Course Detail page to receive credit.

    According to PL 97-35, the initial certification of competency in Dental Radiology involves two components:
    1. Written Evaluation: "A criterion-reference test designed to measure knowledge and functional capability essential for making diagnostically acceptable radiographic surveys with minimal risk to the patient and the operator."
    2. Clinical Evaluation: "The written examination is supplemented as necessary with a clinical examination." Demonstration of clinical proficiency means meeting the minimum standards in Infection control, radiology protection, quality of radiographs and presentation of radiographs.

    The radiology certification process is intended to be accomplished at the dental auxiliarys facility under the guidance of the supervising dentist.

    Learning Objectives:

    This course is the online version of the written exam.
    Upon successful completion [a grade of 75 percent or higher] on the online exam and the completion of the clinical portion of the radiology certification process, the dental auxiliary will receive a certificate of competency in radiology.

    To complete the online clinical portion of the radiology exam process, the supervisor must enter the clinical evaluations online in the dental directory. Go to the Assistants listing in the directory and use the drop down menu under their name to select "Add Radiology Clinical Eval" which will present the evaluation entering screen.

    Prerequisites:

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    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Assistant Courses

    DA1001: Digital Imaging Health and Safety Examination
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): MARY BETH KINNEY Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 0 - 10000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 0.00 (Total CDE)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    There is no need to "Register" for this course. Simply login to the CDE and use course DA2001 to prepare for the exam, if necessary, and then Click on "Take the exam" in the "Instructions" section on the Course Detail page to receive credit.

    According to PL 97-35, the initial certification of competency in Dental Radiology involves two components:
    1. Written Evaluation: "A criterion-reference test designed to measure knowledge and functional capability essential for making diagnostically acceptable radiographic surveys with minimal risk to the patient and the operator."
    2. Clinical Evaluation: "The written examination is supplemented as necessary with a clinical examination." Demonstration of clinical proficiency means meeting the minimum standards in Infection control, radiology protection, quality of radiographs and presentation of radiographs.

    The radiology certification process is intended to be accomplished at the dental auxiliarys facility under the guidance of the supervising dentist.

    Learning Objectives:

    This course is the online version of the written exam.
    Upon successful completion [a grade of 80 percent or higher] on the online exam and the completion of the clinical portion of the radiology certification process, the dental auxiliary will receive a certificate of competency in radiology.

    To complete the online clinical portion of the radiology exam process, the supervisor must enter the clinical evaluations online in the dental directory. Go to the Assistants listing in the directory and use the drop down menu under their name to select "Add Radiology Clinical Eval" which will present the evaluation entering screen.

    Prerequisites:

    It is recommended that dental auxiliaries study for the exam using Digital Imaging course DA2001.

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    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Assistant Courses

    DA1020: Restorative Expanded Functions - Basic Prerequisites
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): ERMA CASUSE, Sandra Aretino Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 0 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 9.00 (Total CDE); 9.00 (DANB Clinical)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Dental assistants must have a core set of knowledge and skills before registering for the Expanded Functions-Basic Restorative course. The core set of knowledge and skills include: dental terminology; placing and removing a Tofflemire matrix band and wedge, preparing, placing and removing a dental dam; and setting up for Class I, Class II, and Class V amalgams, and Class III and Class V composite restorations.

    This online course consists of pre-tests, learning activities, post-tests and demonstrations for each lesson in the four modules. To complete this course, dental assistants must earn a score of 80 percent or better on each post-test, and certify competency by demonstrating skills and knowledge to their supervisor. Upon successful completion of all four modules in this course, dental assistants will be able to register for the EF-Basic Restorative Course.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participants will be able to:
    •Identify parts and surfaces of teeth.
    •Use universal numbering system.
    •Define tooth anatomy terms.
    •Describe the caries process and identify cavity classifications.
    •Place and remove Tofflemire retainer, matrix band, and wedge.
    •Place and remove a dental dam.
    •Set up instruments and materials for amalgam restorations.
    •Set up instruments and materials for composite restorations.

    Prerequisites:

    None.
    Course developed January, 2010.

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    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Assistant Courses

    DA1021: Periodontal Expanded Functions - Basic Prerequisites
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): TODD SMITH Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 1 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 3.00 (Total CDE); 3.00 (DANB Clinical)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    Dental assistants must have basic knowledge about periodontal disease before attending the Periodontal Expanded Functions-Basic course. The basic knowledge includes: what makes oral hygiene instruction effective; how to modify patient behavior to improve compliance with oral hygiene regimens; predisposing factors that relate to motivation to act or change; how antimicrobials work, and their use in preventing and treating periodontal diseases.

    This online course consists of pre-tests, learning activities, and post-tests in the two modules. To complete this course, dental assistants must earn a score of 80 percent or better on each post-test. Upon successful completion of the two modules in this course, dental assistants will be able to register for the Periodontal Expanded Functions-Basic course.

    Course developed January 2011. Course revised November 2013.

    Learning Objectives:

    At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
    •   Distinguish between effective and ineffective oral hygiene instruction.
    •   Discuss methods about how to modify patient behavior to improve compliance with oral hygiene regimens.
    •   Explain how predisposing factors relate to patient motivation to act or change behaviors.
    •   Clarify how antimicrobials work and their use in preventing and treating periodontal diseases.

    Prerequisites:

    None.

    Travel:

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    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Assistant Courses

    DA2000: Dental Radiography
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): MARY BETH KINNEY, ROYANN ROYER, ERMA CASUSE Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 32.00 (Total CDE); 32.00 (AGD - 731)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    The Consumer-Patient Radiation Health and Safety Act of 1981 [PL 97-35] requires dental personnel be trained and certified in dental radiology. The intent of radiology certification is to eliminate unnecessary radiation exposure to the patient, operator, and other staff while assuring quality, diagnostic radiographs. The certification process involves successfully passing a written examination, and demonstrating clinical competency while adhering to accepted radiological practices.

    Learning Objectives:

    After completing this course, dental auxiliaries will be prepared to take the written exam, and demonstrate competency in the following areas:



    Infection Control

  •    Place barriers or disinfect operatory and X-ray equipment.
  •    Wear appropriate PPE.
  •    Select appropriate X-ray film, and assemble the XCP.
  •    Disinfect protective devices [apron and thyroid collar].
  •    Limit contamination when processing X-rays.



    Patient Protection
  •    Place protective device [apron/thyroid collar] on each patient during all exposures.
  •    Store protective devices to reduce creasing and damage.
  •    Stabilize the PID or cone and positioned it in close proximity to the XCP when the exposure is made.
  •    Patient never holds film or stabilizes PID [cone].



    Operator Protection
  •    Stand at least six feet from the patient and not in the path of the primary beam or behind protective barrier during exposure.
  •    Allow only necessary persons in radiographic area during exposures.
  •    Give a warning prior to pushing the X-ray activator button.
  •    Staff never holds film or stabilizes PID [cone].
  •    Wear dosimeter [film badge].



    Take, Process, Mount Diagnostic Radiographs
  •    Film placement is appropriate for the area of the mouth under study.
  •    Density and contrast of radiographs are such that anatomical hard and soft tissue landmarks can be differentiated.
  •    Radiographic image size is not distorted in the area of the mouth under study.
  •    Radiographs disclose no overlapping image in the area of mouth under study, except where tooth alignment does not permit open contacts.
  •    Radiographs disclose no cone-cutting.
  •    Bitewing radiographs include the distal surface of the erupted canines and distal surface of the most posterior erupted teeth.
  •    Radiographs show no processing errors.
  •    Dental radiographs are mounted and contained in the patient’s dental record, and include the following:
  •    Patient’s name and chart number
  •    Date radiographs taken
  •    Initials of the dentist who ordered the films
  •    Initials of dental assistant who took the films

  • Prerequisites:

    Course created April, 2015

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    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Assistant Courses

    DA2001: Dental Digital Imaging
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): MARY BETH KINNEY, ROYANN ROYER, ERMA CASUSE Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 0 - 5000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 32.00 (Total CDE); 32.00 (AGD - 731)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    The Consumer-Patient Radiation Health and Safety Act of 1981 [PL 97-35] requires dental personnel be trained and certified in dental radiology. The purpose of the certification program is to eliminate unnecessary radiation exposure to the patient, operator, and other staff while assuring quality, diagnostic dental images.

    Learning resources [video demonstrations, practice quizzes, skill competency checklists] are accessible after registering for this course. The learning resources also include the Dental Digital Imaging Study Guide which presents information about: 1] Radiation Safety and Protection; 2] Digital Dental Equipment; 3] Dental Digital Imaging Techniques; 4] Infection Control; and 5] Special Dental Imaging Techniques.

    Learning Objectives:

    After studying the information in the Dental Digital Imaging Study Guide, watching the video demonstrations, completing the quizzes and skill competencies, dental auxiliaries will be prepared to take the written exam, and demonstrate competency in digital imaging in the following areas:

    Infection Control
    • Place barriers or disinfect operatory and X-ray equipment.
    • Wear appropriate PPE.
    • Select appropriate receptor and exposure settings.
    • Assemble the XCP.
    • Disinfection of the protective devices [apron and thyroid collar].
    • Limit contamination when taking dental images.

    Patient Protection
    • Place protective devices on each patient during all exposures.
    • Store protective devices to reduce creasing and damage.
    • Stabilize the PID or cone and position it in close proximity to the XCP when the image is taken.

    Operator Protection
    • Stand at least six feet from the patient and not in the path of the primary beam or behind protective barrier during exposure.
    • Allow only necessary persons in radiographic area during exposures.
    • Give a warning prior to pushing the X-ray activator button.
    • Position receptor and cone correctly without being held by staff or patient during exposures.
    • Wear dosimeter.

    Take, Process, and Upload into Proper Template/ Store Diagnostic Dental Digital Images
    • Place receptor appropriately for the area of the mouth under study.
    • Take images with correct density and contrast such that anatomical hard and soft tissue landmarks can be differentiated.
    • Take images with no distortion in the area of the mouth under study.
    • Take images with no overlapping in the area of mouth under study, except where tooth alignment does not permit open contacts.
    • Take images with no cone-cutting.
    • Take bitewing images that show the distal surface of the erupted canine and distal surface of the second molar.
    • Use appropriate template to assure dental images are dated, identified with patient’s name and chart number, and contained in the patient’s electronic dental record.

    Prerequisites:

    Course created 4-2015

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    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Assistant Courses

    DA2002: Advanced Restorative Functions for Dental Assistants
    Date(s): 9/14/2015 - 9/18/2015
    Facility: Tsehootsooi Medical Center Location: Fort Defiance, AZ
    Instructor(s): KIMBERLY MONTOYA, Sandra Aretino, Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Assistants Level: Advanced
    Quota: 2 - 10 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 36.00 (Total CDE); 36.00 (DANB Clinical)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this course is to provide instruction of Advanced Restorative techniques and materials for those dental assistants who have previously completed the Basic Restorative Functions course, and have been utilized as expanded functions assistants placing restorations for at least two years. This course will focus on concepts concerning tooth anatomy and morphology but will primarily be a hands-on course working with typodonts and doing complex restorations. The bulk of these restorations will be Class II MOD, Cusp Protected Alloy [CPA], and Class IV or larger composites. Lectures will also review and update course participants on dental restorative materials. Students will learn about occlusion and spacing of teeth. The course will require that each participant complete 40 advanced restorations including 20 CPA restorations in a clinical setting before receiving his/her certificate.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participants will be able to:
    1. Determine the difference between an acceptable and unacceptable restoration.
    2. Have a clear understanding of tooth anatomy and morphology, including occlusion.
    3. Understand how to place complex dental restorations.
    4. Learn about various dental materials. 5. Be able to place and finish complex dental restorations in a clinical setting.

    Prerequisites:

    1. Completion of Restorative Functions-Basic, and or equivalent or successful completion of the Esthetic Restorative Course
    2. Two years experience placing clinical restorations.
    3. Supervising Dental Officer Assessment of clinical skill, that Dental Assistant is ready for Advanced Restorative course.

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    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Assistant Courses

    DA2003: Restorative Expanded 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.



    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    Assistant Courses

    DA2004: Restorative Expanded 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.



    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0058: Nutrition for People with Kidney Disease
    Date(s): 11/25/2014 - 11/25/2014
    Facility: DSC Location:
    Instructor(s): Jan Frederick Director: Jan Frederick
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 0 - 150 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    THIS IS A COURSE FROM 2014 AND IS CDE CREDIT IS OPEN ONLY TO THOSE WHO TOOK IT IN 2014.

    This course, previously approved by the Clinical Support Center, provides a brief review of the functions of the kidneys, discussion of identification and monitoring of chronic kidney disease [CKD], and describes steps for dietary intervention in CKD. In addition, nutrient profiles of the food groups will be reviewed. Tools from the National Kidney Disease Education Program that can be used to enhance patient education will also be shared.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
    1. Explain the dynamics of ABCs and use of additional guidelines for identifying and monitoring CKD;
    2. Use tools from the National Kidney Disease Education Program to enhance patient education; and
    3. Implement the five steps for eating right for kidney health in counseling CKD patients and their families.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    None

    Payment Address:

    NA



    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0061: Treating Hypertension in the Indian Health System
    Date(s): 8/1/2015 - 8/31/2015
    Facility: CSC Location:
    Instructor(s): Jan Frederick Director: Jan Frederick
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 1 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This seminar will provide an overview of the Million Hearts Initiative and our partnership to provide effective strategies to detect and treat hypertension in the Indian Health System. The session will include discussion of the importance of protocol-based management of hypertension, including blood pressure measurement, hypertension identification, and the IHS hypertension protocol. In addition, the session will include discussion of assessment of medication adherence in treating hypertension. A clinician tool for using the IHS hypertension protocol for managing hypertension will also be provided.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
    1. Describe the importance of integrating protocol-based management of hypertension into clinical care processes.
    2. outline a plan for assessing medication adherence when treating hypertension.
    3. Integrate the IHS Hypertension Treatment Protocol into clinical care.

    Prerequisites:

    Non

    Travel:

    None

    Payment Address:

    NA



    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0062: Cardiovascular Disease: Evaluation of Risk Factors and Appropriate Testing
    Date(s): 2/1/2015 - 2/28/2015
    Facility: CSC Location:
    Instructor(s): Jan Frederick Director: Jan Frederick
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Review
    Quota: 1 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of mortality. There are many risk factors that increase the likelihood of developing CVD, diabetes among them. There are many diagnostic tests which help identify patients at risk and those with CVD requiring intervention. It is important for providers and other health care team members to accurately identify and assess CVD risk and to appropriately treat/refer [without over-testing/treating].

    This seminar will discuss risk factors for CVD as well as discuss the different types of tools available for diagnosis. The focus will be on providing information to determine the appropriate cardiovascular testing prior to referring and/or treating a patient.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
    1. Describe cardiovascular risk factors and cardiovascular equivalents.
    2. Outline key elements of the initial patient evaluation which should be considered in clinical decision making.
    3. Explain what tests should be ordered in evaluating CVD in patients with/without diabetes.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    None

    Payment Address:

    NA



    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0063: Caring for People with Diabetes: Why Should You Be Concerned About Hepatitis C?
    Date(s): 4/16/2015 - 4/16/2015
    Facility: CSC Location:
    Instructor(s): Jan Frederick Director: Jan Frederick
    Audience: Dentists Level: Advanced
    Quota: 1 - 1 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This seminar will address recommendations for identification and public health management of persons with chronic Hepatitis C. The importance of Hepatitis C identification and treatment in the context of patient needs overall and implications for changes in practice will also be discussed.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
    1. Recognize the burden of Hepatitis C in AI/AN populations.
    2. Describe the relationship between Hep C and diabetes.
    3. Assess overall patient needs and integrate Hep C screening and care with existing care and services.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    None

    Payment Address:

    NA



    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0064: Medication Adherence and Diabetes Outcomes
    Date(s): 4/16/2015 - 4/16/2015
    Facility: CSC Location:
    Instructor(s): Jan Frederick Director: Jan Frederick
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 1 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    An essential aspect of health management, medication adherence is gaining an important role in quality improvement. This session will discuss medication adherence and the role it plays in adverse health outcomes.

    Discussion will include: different methods of measuring adherence, prevalence of medication non-adherence, the association between non-adherence and outcomes, reasons for non-adherence, and possible interventions to improve medication adherence

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
    1. Describe the different types of medication adherence.
    2. Explain how medication adherence affects patients in the IHS.
    3. Outline ways to improve medication adherence.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    None

    Payment Address:

    NA



    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

    General Courses

    DE0440: An Update on Strategies for the Medical Management of Dental Caries in Young Children
    Date(s): 11/18/2014 - 11/18/2014
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Margherita Fontana Director: JUANITA SIMPSON
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants 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:

    The purpose of this 1 hour NOHC call is to give all dental staff a review of current strategies for the medical management of dental caries, including fluoride, sealants, antimicrobials [iodine, xylitol, probiotics, silver compounds, etc.].

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Recognize best use of highest evidence based strategies for caries control [fluoride and sealants].
    2. Discuss evidence for use of silver compounds for caries management.
    3. Discuss emerging evidence for other strategies for caries management.

    Prerequisites:

    None

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    DE0442: How to Apply Fluoride Varnish
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    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

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    DE0443: Special Care: An Oral Health Professionals Guide to Serving Young Children with Special Health Care Needs
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    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.

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    DE0444: Online Dental Public Health
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    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.

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    DE0445: Infection Control Review
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    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.

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    DE0446: Building Relationships with Clients
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    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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    DE0447: Handling Workplace Conflicts
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    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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    DE0448: Making Your Meetings Work
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    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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    DE0449: Problem Solving Among Co-Workers
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 11/30/2015
    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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    DE0450: Promoting Oral Health in AI/AN Communities
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    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.

    Faculty:

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    DE0451: Cultural Competency Curriculum for Disaster Preparedness and Crisis Response
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    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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    DE0452: Chemical Dependencies: Alcoholism
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    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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    DE0453: The Carious Process and Intervention
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    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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    DE0454: Dental Myths
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    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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    DE0455: Examination, Diagnosis, Treatment Planning and Recall
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    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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    DE0456: Caries Risk Program Evaluation
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    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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    DE0457: Introduction to Caries Diagnosis, Risk Assessment and Management
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    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: 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

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    DE0458: Public Health Issues in Periodontics
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): TODD SMITH Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 0 - 1000 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (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:

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    DE0459: Conducting a Nitrous Oxide Evaluation in a Dental Environment
    Date(s): 10/1/2014 - 3/30/2016
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Danny Walters Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Review
    Quota: 1 - 1000 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:

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    DE0460: Antimicrobial Therapy in the Outpatient Setting
    Date(s): 9/24/2014 - 9/24/2014
    Facility: Shiprock Dental Clinic Location: Shiprock, NM
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 016)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    All supporting documentation is on file at CSC File 5876.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

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    DE0462: Anchorage Dental Study Group - November - Ergonomics in Dentistry
    Date(s): 11/4/2014 - 11/4/2014
    Facility: Alaska Native Medical Center Location: Anchorage, AK
    Instructor(s): Mark Schubert Director: Amber Foster
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 4 - 30 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    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
    The purpose of this lecture is to provide dentists and hygienists with an introductory review of common work related musculoskeletal disorders in dentistry and tips for prevention.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this session, the participant will be able to:
    1. Review common work related musculoskeletal disorders in dentistry.
    2. Discuss appropriate preventative stretching and exercises.
    3. List dental equipment and techniques used for prevention of work related musculoskeletal disorders.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0463: National Combined Councils Winter Meeting
    Date(s): 1/26/2015 - 1/30/2015
    Facility: TBD Location: Rockville, MD
    Instructor(s): Timothy Ricks, Bonnie Bruerd, JOSEPH HOSEK, Nathan Mork Director: TIMOTHY LOZON
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 20 - 50 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 24.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 016); 2.00 (AGD - 024); 14.00 (AGD - 149); 1.00 (AGD - 150); 1.00 (AGD - 157); 2.00 (AGD - 257); 2.00 (AGD - 750); 1.00 (AGD - 754)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    All documentation for this meeting is contained in File 5908 at CSC. Nine hours of credit are available to dental staff. Course indicates 24 hours because of different Tracks and concurrent sessions.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

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    DE0464: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 8/12/2014 - 8/19/2014
    Facility: Hopi Health Care Center Location: Polacca, AZ
    Instructor(s): Cindy Abreu Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Assistants, Support Staff, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 48.00 (Total CDE); 48.00 (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 6 days. An additional 2 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 DEXIS, 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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    DE0465: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 9/10/2014 - 9/16/2014
    Facility: Lower Elwha Dental Clinic Location: Port Angeles, WA
    Instructor(s): Susan Lukins Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Assistants, Support Staff, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 48.00 (Total CDE); 48.00 (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 6 days. An additional 2 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 DEXIS, 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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    DE0466: 2014 Alaska Area Dental Meeting
    Date(s): 11/4/2014 - 11/7/2014
    Facility: Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium Office Location: Anchorage, AK
    Instructor(s): Kathy Balasko, ROBERT ALLEN, Shelly Gehshan, Anne Kosacheff, Jessica Thompson, Kenneth Bolin, Bill Maas, Nirvana Ramos, Cora Bosshart, Rebecca Neslund, Dane Lenaker, Robert Rhode Director: Mary Williard
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, DHA Level: Basic
    Quota: 15 - 50 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 34.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 016); 3.00 (AGD - 142); 4.00 (AGD - 149); 1.00 (AGD - 157); 12.00 (AGD - 257); 1.00 (AGD - 550); 6.00 (AGD - 557); 2.00 (AGD - 370); 1.00 (AGD - 561); 3.00 (AGD - 670)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this four day meeting is to provide Alaska Area Dental staff with up-to-date information regarding the provision of dental care as well as updates related to the IHS/USPHS; continuing education credits; and the opportunity to network with other dental staff from around the state.

    Learning Objectives:

    Objectives for each individual session are on file.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0468: Clostridium Difficile Infection
    Date(s): 10/16/2014 - 10/16/2014
    Facility: Chinle Comprehensive HC 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 - 149)
    Summary:

    All supporting documentation is in CSC File 5835.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

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    DE0472: Podiatry for Primary Care Providers
    Date(s): 10/8/2014 - 10/8/2014
    Facility: Shiprock Dental Clinic Location: Shiprock, NM
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    All supporting documentation is on file at CSC File 5876.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

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    DE0473: IHS Dental Study Club December 2014
    Date(s): 12/2/2014 - 12/2/2014
    Facility: via phone Location: Billings, MT
    Instructor(s): John Zimmer, Nathan Mork Director: Kelley Miller
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 30 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 0.50 (AGD - 736); 0.50 (AGD - 142)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    30 minutes of the call will be on the topic of Aspirated Dental Prostheses and Instruments [Dr. Zimmer] and 30 minutes will be on the topic of HPV types and the connection to squamous cell carcinoma [Dr. Mork]

    Dr. Zimmer's presentation: Swallowed and aspirated dental prostheses and instruments in clinical dental practice: a report of five cases and a proposed management algorithm.

    Dr. Mork's presentation: The purpose of this course is to review human papillomavirus [HPV] types and the connection to squamous cell carcinoma. Additionally, we will review the incidence and prevalence of HPV and associated oropharyngeal cancer, as well as vaccines for use against HPV. Finally, we will discuss clinical implications in terms of risk factors and detection of HPV-associated oropharyngeal cancer.

    Learning Objectives:

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

    Dr. Zimmer:
    1. Recommend an appropriate referral if / when a patient swallows or aspirates an object in the dental practice.

    Dr. Mork:
    1. Identify types of HPV and those commonly associated with oropharyngeal cancer.
    2. Describe risk factors, as well as survival and prognosis of HPV-associated oropharyngeal cancer.
    3. Discuss potential patient questions about HPV and appropriate responses.


    Prerequisites:

    DDS or DMD.
    Review of the assigned articles.

    Travel:

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    DE0477: Anchorage Dental Study Group - November - Ergonomics in Dentistry
    Date(s): 11/4/2014 - 11/4/2014
    Facility: Alaska Native Medical Center Location: Anchorage, AK
    Instructor(s): Mark Schubert Director: Amber Foster
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 4 - 30 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    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
    The purpose of this lecture is to provide dentists and hygienists with an introductory review of common work related musculoskeletal disorders in dentistry and tips for prevention.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this session, the participant will be able to:
    1. Review common work related musculoskeletal disorders in dentistry.
    2. Discuss appropriate preventative stretching and exercises.
    3. List dental equipment and techniques used for prevention of work related musculoskeletal disorders.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0479: Glass Ionomer Review
    Date(s): 2/18/2015 - 2/18/2015
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Jack Ferracane Director: Joseph Park
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants 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:

    The purpose of this 1 hour NOHC call is to give all dental staff an overview of the composition, properties, indications and uses for conventional and resin-modified glass ionomer materials.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Name the various types of glass ionomer materials and their indications for use.
    2. List patient case selection factors for glass ionomer materials.
    3. Describe clinical techniques/options as discussed.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0483: DEXIS Training
    Date(s): 12/10/2014 - 12/10/2014
    Facility: Red Lake Dental Clinic Location: Red Lake, MN
    Instructor(s): Shelley Rice Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 4 - 12 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 8.00 (Total CDE); 8.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This one day course covers the following topics:
    Software Overview
    Care of the DEXIS equipment
    Positioning the DEXIS equipment
    Exposure [Adjusting the x-ray source]

    This is a supplemental course offered to sites that have the Dentrix system in place.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. List the basic functions of the DEXIS Software.
    2. Discuss the use of all the Image Tool Icons.
    3. Apply the principles from the DEXIS Quick Reference Guide.
    4. Cite Digital X-ray image storage and capture techniques.
    5. Demonstrate changes in x-ray exposure to capture digital images.
    6. Explain proper positioning of the DEXIS sensor.
    7. Properly care for and maintain the DEXIS sensor and holders.

    Prerequisites:

    Facility staff must have completed training on Dentrix.

    Travel:

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    DE0484: Nutrition for People with Kidney Disease
    Date(s): 11/25/2014 - 11/25/2014
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Hygienists, Dentists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 754)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    All supporting documentation is on file at CSC File 5842.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

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    DE0485: Dental Care Associated Infection Prevention
    Date(s): 1/22/2015 - 1/22/2015
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Eugene Livar Director: Alyssa York
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 148)
    Summary:

    This online course is offered to staff in Phoenix and Tucson only.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Discuss general and dental specific infection control information and resources available.
    2. Describe information concerning Ebola virus, current outbreak, transmission, and recommended personal protective equipment [PPE].
    3. List resources available through CDC, ADA and ADHS.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0486: Kodiak Dental Conference
    Date(s): 2/11/2015 - 2/11/2015
    Facility: Koniag/Kodiak Area Native Association Building Location: Kodiak, AK
    Instructor(s): WILLIAM STENBERG, STEVEN FLORER, Paul Huntzinger Director: WILLIAM STENBERG
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 10 - 40 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 7.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 016); 1.00 (AGD - 148); 2.50 (AGD - 490); 1.25 (AGD - 610); 1.25 (AGD - 690)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This one-day course provides a review of basic dental materials frequently used in dental treatment. We will discuss the properties and the rationale to choose a specific type of dental material. We will also present current concepts about implant restoration. We will also review current periodontal literature with an emphasis on translating the research into clinically useful information. Participants will review common drugs used by dental patients, and current concepts in infection control.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Discuss the advantages and challenges associated with different types of alloys, amalgams, cements, resins, bonding agents, composite systems, impression materials, dental stones, and glass ionomers.
    2. List the common models used periodontal research and identify key head and neck anatomic concepts useful in periodontology.
    3. Name the 10 most commonly prescribed drugs and their actions, and identify key concepts in preventing spread of infectious disease in the dental clinic.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0491: Anchorage Dental Study Group - February - Hepatitis C Positive Patient
    Date(s): 2/5/2015 - 2/5/2015
    Facility: Alaska Native Medical Center Location: Anchorage, AK
    Instructor(s): Youssef Barbour Director: Amber Foster
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 4 - 30 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 754)
    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
    The purpose of this lecture is to provide dentists and hygienists with a review of hepatitis C.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this session, the participant will be able to:
    1. List clinical concerns when working with Hepatitis C patients.
    2. Explain steps that Hepatitis C patients can take to maximize their health.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0492: Periodontal Disease and Diabetes among American Indian/Alaska Native Communities in the U.S.
    Date(s): 2/26/2015 - 2/26/2015
    Facility: via Adobeconnect Location: Phoenix, AZ
    Instructor(s): Alyssa York, Vanessa Dodge Director: Alyssa York
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 2 - 50 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 490)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is available for the Phoenix and Tucson Areas only.

    This webinar training will discuss the topics of periodontal disease and diabetes in the American Indian and Alaska Native communities by presenting a review of the current literature. The training will include the methods used to research these topics and will provide opportunities for participants to engage in a question and answer session on the available literature.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participants will be able to:
    1. List the steps in conducting and completing a literature review.
    2. Review the key literature presented on periodontal disease and diabetes among American Indian/Alaska Native communities in the United States.
    3. Explain how to assemble literature on topics of interest and construct a brief report.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0493: IHS Essential Training on Pain and Addiction
    Date(s): 2/9/2015 - 2/9/2015
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Joanne Katzman, Snehal Bhatt Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 5.00 (Total CDE); 5.00 (AGD - 157)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    In order to address the dual epidemics of Chronic Pain and Unintended Overdose within Indian Country, IHS, in partnership with the University of New Mexico Project ECHO and the UNM Dept. of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Division of Community Behavioral Health [CBH], is providing Essential Training on Pain and Addiction. This training will be essential for all IHS providers who have a DEA number and will provide 5 hours of free CE.

    In order to minimize the impact on patient care, this training will be conducted via Adobe Connect. This platform will allow you to connect and participate from any internet connected device [including mobile devices]. Be aware that it is expected that you will complete the entire session in one day, otherwise you will have to restart the training. Make plans to attend ONE of the sessions listed in the current CDE Catalog.

    Webinar begins at 10:00AM [Mountain Time]

    Total Time= 6 hours [5 hours of training, 30 min. lunch break, 15 min. breaks x 2]

    All bios and disclosures are on file at University of New Mexico. Contact: Joanne Baca de Holguin, CBH, Dept. of Psychiatry at UNM at 505-272-1566.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Discuss the epidemic of unintentional opiate overdose deaths.
    2. List Institute of Medicine Guidelines for Best Practices in pain management.
    3. Explain safe prescribing of opiate analgesics, with detailed equianalgesic dosing guidelines.
    4. Identify the patient at risk for addictions, current addictions issues, and diversion.
    5. Refer to Federal regulations regarding pain management.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

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    DE0497: Cultural Sensitivity
    Date(s): 1/7/2015 - 1/7/2015
    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 5899.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

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    DE0498: IHS Essential Training on Pain and Addiction
    Date(s): 2/25/2015 - 2/25/2015
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Joanne Katzman, Snehal Bhatt Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 7 - 50 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 5.00 (Total CDE); 5.00 (AGD - 157)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    In order to address the dual epidemics of Chronic Pain and Unintended Overdose within Indian Country, IHS, in partnership with the University of New Mexico Project ECHO and the Center for Rural and Community Behavioral Health, is providing Essential Training on Pain and Addiction. This training will be essential for all IHS providers who have a DEA number and will provide 5 hours of free CE.

    In order to minimize the impact on patient care, this training will be conducted via Adobe Connect. This platform will allow you to connect and participate from any internet connected device [including mobile devices]. Be aware that it is expected that you will complete the entire session in one day, otherwise you will have to restart the training.

    Webinar begins at 9:00AM [Mountain Time]

    Total Time= 6 hours [5 hours of training, 30 min. lunch break, 15 min. breaks x 2]

    All bios and disclosures are on file at University of New Mexico. Contact: Joanna Baca de Holguin, Dept. of Psychiatry at UNM at 505-272-1566.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Discuss the epidemic of unintentional opiate overdose deaths.
    2. List Institute of Medicine Guidelines for Best Practices in pain management.
    3. Explain safe prescribing of opiate analgesics, with detailed equianalgesic dosing guidelines.
    4. Identify the patient at risk for addictions, current addictions issues, and diversion.
    5. Refer to Federal regulations regarding pain management.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0499: IHS Essential Training on Pain and Addiction
    Date(s): 3/12/2015 - 3/12/2015
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Joanne Katzman, Snehal Bhatt Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 5.00 (Total CDE); 5.00 (AGD - 157)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    In order to address the dual epidemics of Chronic Pain and Unintended Overdose within Indian Country, IHS, in partnership with the University of New Mexico Project ECHO and the Center for Rural and Community Behavioral Health, is providing Essential Training on Pain and Addiction. This training will be essential for all IHS providers who have a DEA number and will provide 5 hours of free CE.

    In order to minimize the impact on patient care, this training will be conducted via Adobe Connect. This platform will allow you to connect and participate from any internet connected device [including mobile devices]. Be aware that it is expected that you will complete the entire session in one day, otherwise you will have to restart the training.

    Webinar begins at 11:00AM [Mountain Time]

    Total Time= 6 hours [5 hours of training, 30 min. lunch break, 15 min. breaks x 2]

    All bios and disclosures are on file at University of New Mexico. Contact: Joanna Baca de Holguin, Dept. of Psychiatry at UNM at 505-272-1566.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Discuss the epidemic of unintentional opiate overdose deaths.
    2. List Institute of Medicine Guidelines for Best Practices in pain management.
    3. Explain safe prescribing of opiate analgesics, with detailed equianalgesic dosing guidelines.
    4. Identify the patient at risk for addictions, current addictions issues, and diversion.
    5. Refer to Federal regulations regarding pain management.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0500: IHS Essential Training on Pain and Addiction
    Date(s): 3/25/2015 - 3/25/2015
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Joanne Katzman, Snehal Bhatt Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 5.00 (Total CDE); 5.00 (AGD - 157)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    In order to address the dual epidemics of Chronic Pain and Unintended Overdose within Indian Country, IHS, in partnership with the University of New Mexico Project ECHO and the Center for Rural and Community Behavioral Health, is providing Essential Training on Pain and Addiction. This training will be essential for all IHS providers who have a DEA number and will provide 5 hours of free CE.

    In order to minimize the impact on patient care, this training will be conducted via Adobe Connect. This platform will allow you to connect and participate from any internet connected device [including mobile devices]. Be aware that it is expected that you will complete the entire session in one day, otherwise you will have to restart the training.

    Webinar begins at 10:00AM [Mountain Time]

    Total Time= 6 hours [5 hours of training, 30 min. lunch break, 15 min. breaks x 2]

    All bios and disclosures are on file at University of New Mexico. Contact: Joanna Baca de Holguin, Dept. of Psychiatry at UNM at 505-272-1566.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Discuss the epidemic of unintentional opiate overdose deaths.
    2. List Institute of Medicine Guidelines for Best Practices in pain management.
    3. Explain safe prescribing of opiate analgesics, with detailed equianalgesic dosing guidelines.
    4. Identify the patient at risk for addictions, current addictions issues, and diversion.
    5. Refer to Federal regulations regarding pain management.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0501: IHS Essential Training on Pain and Addiction
    Date(s): 4/16/2015 - 4/16/2015
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Joanne Katzman, Snehal Bhatt Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 5.00 (Total CDE); 5.00 (AGD - 157)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    In order to address the dual epidemics of Chronic Pain and Unintended Overdose within Indian Country, IHS, in partnership with the University of New Mexico Project ECHO and the Center for Rural and Community Behavioral Health, is providing Essential Training on Pain and Addiction. This training will be essential for all IHS providers who have a DEA number and will provide 5 hours of free CE.

    In order to minimize the impact on patient care, this training will be conducted via Adobe Connect. This platform will allow you to connect and participate from any internet connected device [including mobile devices]. Be aware that it is expected that you will complete the entire session in one day, otherwise you will have to restart the training.

    Webinar begins at 8:00AM [Mountain Time]

    Total Time= 6 hours [5 hours of training, 30 min. lunch break, 15 min. breaks x 2]

    All bios and disclosures are on file at University of New Mexico. Contact: Joanna Baca de Holguin, Dept. of Psychiatry at UNM at 505-272-1566.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Discuss the epidemic of unintentional opiate overdose deaths.
    2. List Institute of Medicine Guidelines for Best Practices in pain management.
    3. Explain safe prescribing of opiate analgesics, with detailed equianalgesic dosing guidelines.
    4. Identify the patient at risk for addictions, current addictions issues, and diversion.
    5. Refer to Federal regulations regarding pain management.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0502: IHS Essential Training on Pain and Addiction
    Date(s): 4/29/2015 - 4/29/2015
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Joanne Katzman, Snehal Bhatt Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 5.00 (Total CDE); 5.00 (AGD - 157)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    In order to address the dual epidemics of Chronic Pain and Unintended Overdose within Indian Country, IHS, in partnership with the University of New Mexico Project ECHO and the Center for Rural and Community Behavioral Health, is providing Essential Training on Pain and Addiction. This training will be essential for all IHS providers who have a DEA number and will provide 5 hours of free CE.

    In order to minimize the impact on patient care, this training will be conducted via Adobe Connect. This platform will allow you to connect and participate from any internet connected device [including mobile devices]. Be aware that it is expected that you will complete the entire session in one day, otherwise you will have to restart the training.

    Webinar begins at 9:00AM [Mountain Time]

    Total Time= 6 hours [5 hours of training, 30 min. lunch break, 15 min. breaks x 2]

    All bios and disclosures are on file at University of New Mexico. Contact: Joanna Baca de Holguin, Dept. of Psychiatry at UNM at 505-272-1566.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Discuss the epidemic of unintentional opiate overdose deaths.
    2. List Institute of Medicine Guidelines for Best Practices in pain management.
    3. Explain safe prescribing of opiate analgesics, with detailed equianalgesic dosing guidelines.
    4. Identify the patient at risk for addictions, current addictions issues, and diversion.
    5. Refer to Federal regulations regarding pain management.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0503: IHS Essential Training on Pain and Addiction
    Date(s): 5/11/2015 - 5/11/2015
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Joanne Katzman, Snehal Bhatt Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 5.00 (Total CDE); 5.00 (AGD - 157)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    In order to address the dual epidemics of Chronic Pain and Unintended Overdose within Indian Country, IHS, in partnership with the University of New Mexico Project ECHO and the Center for Rural and Community Behavioral Health, is providing Essential Training on Pain and Addiction. This training will be essential for all IHS providers who have a DEA number and will provide 5 hours of free CE.

    In order to minimize the impact on patient care, this training will be conducted via Adobe Connect. This platform will allow you to connect and participate from any internet connected device [including mobile devices]. Be aware that it is expected that you will complete the entire session in one day, otherwise you will have to restart the training.

    Webinar begins at 10:00AM [Mountain Time]

    Total Time= 6 hours [5 hours of training, 30 min. lunch break, 15 min. breaks x 2]

    All bios and disclosures are on file at University of New Mexico. Contact: Joanna Baca de Holguin, Dept. of Psychiatry at UNM at 505-272-1566.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Discuss the epidemic of unintentional opiate overdose deaths.
    2. List Institute of Medicine Guidelines for Best Practices in pain management.
    3. Explain safe prescribing of opiate analgesics, with detailed equianalgesic dosing guidelines.
    4. Identify the patient at risk for addictions, current addictions issues, and diversion.
    5. Refer to Federal regulations regarding pain management.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0504: The Impact of Treating Today’s Sensitive Patients
    Date(s): 3/6/2015 - 3/6/2015
    Facility: Flinn Foundation Office Location: Phoenix, AZ
    Instructor(s): William Paveletz Director: Alyssa York
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 25 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is offered to staff in Phoenix and Tucson Areas.
    Caries infection has increased in adult populations and continues to be a major disease for children. This course is designed for a hands-on approach to provide the dental team with new findings on today’s desensitizers, sealants, and fluoride treatments to combat patient’s current symptoms and prevention of future issues.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. List new research findings that can contribute to the evidence for application of
    varnish with chemotherapeutic fluoride treatment.
    2. Explain the findings of recent research exploring how dental practitioners are using scientific evidence in their patient treatment decisions and patient counseling.
    3. Discuss the method of applying Xylitol containing, natural and artificial based fluoride treatments and Nano Hybrid Sealants and the evidence showing the effective changes they can have on today’s patients

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0505: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 1/21/2015 - 1/27/2015
    Facility: Muckleshoot Dental Clinic Location: Auburn, WA
    Instructor(s): Mary Randall Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists, Hygienists, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 48.00 (Total CDE); 48.00 (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 6 days. An additional 2 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 DEXIS, 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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    DE0509: Cusp-Protected Alloys
    Date(s): 2/25/2015 - 2/25/2015
    Facility: Gallup Indian Medical Center Location: Gallup, NM
    Instructor(s): Director: Jerome Alford
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 15 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.50 (Total CDE); 1.50 (AGD - 250)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This 1.5 hour course will teach the principles of the indications, preparation and restoration of teeth with Cusp-Protected Alloys [CPAs].

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Identify the role of occlusion in the restoration of teeth with cusp-protected alloys.
    2. Describe three retention features used in the preparation of a tooth for a CPA.
    3. Describe the design of the cavity preparation as it relates to the properties of amalgam.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0511: IHS Dental Study Club March 2015
    Date(s): 3/10/2015 - 3/10/2015
    Facility: via phone Location: Billings, MT
    Instructor(s): PATRICK BLAHUT Director: Kelley Miller
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 30 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 257)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this course is to review ADA recommendations regarding the prevention of decay.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this session, the pariticipant will be able to:
    1. Summarize ADA recommendations re: fluorides.
    2. List ADA recommendations re: non-fluoride therapies.
    3. Name four promising strategies for prevention of decay.

    Prerequisites:

    DDS, DMD, or RDH

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0512: New Mexico Health Resources 23rd Annual Health Provider Retreat
    Date(s): 6/12/2015 - 6/13/2015
    Facility: Sagebrush Inn & Suites Location: Taos, NM
    Instructor(s): Denis Lynch, Ray Lyons, Bowen White, Jeremiah Dye, Jeanne Dalen, Rod Schumacher, Marsha Souers, Laura Boyd, Martin Hickey, Aamna Nayyar Director: Kris Barela
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 9 - 80 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 12.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (AGD - 149); 2.00 (AGD - 257); 1.00 (AGD - 550); 1.00 (AGD - 555); 2.00 (AGD - 557); 2.00 (AGD - 736); 1.00 (AGD - 752); 1.00 (AGD - 754)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This is a New Mexico specific continuing education conference designed as a retention initiative for health professionals practicing in rural and underserved areas of the state. The conference will address a wide variety of interests to medical, dental and health administrative professionals working in New Mexico. As a result of attending the conference, the participants will have a greater knowledge of topics related to their clinical practices and administrative activities.

    Learning Objectives:

    Learning objectives for each individual session are on file.

    Prerequisites:

    Dental professional in New Mexico.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0513: Slips, Trips, and Falls
    Date(s): 4/23/2015 - 4/23/2015
    Facility: Webinar Location: Phoenix, AZ
    Instructor(s): Jessie Atencio Director: Alyssa York
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 15 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    What does ADOSH/OSHA look for when inspecting a company for trips, trips, and falls.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Determine what hazards exist in their workplace.
    2. Reduce injury/illnesses in the workplace.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0515: Caries Risk Management
    Date(s): 6/10/2015 - 6/10/2015
    Facility: Webinar Location: Phoenix, AZ
    Instructor(s): Theresa Johnson Director: Alyssa York
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 15 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 257)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    From risk assessment to implementing therapy, his course will provide the needed information to implement conservative caries management in the dental practice.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Discuss the etiology and epidemiology of caries.
    2. Establish a risk management program for caries management in the dental practice which incorporates a team approach.
    3. Define CAMBRA and utilize it to identify a patient's risk potential for developing carious lesions.
    4. Design and implement an individualized re-mineralization plan for patient treatment.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0516: Caries Stabilization and Interim Therapeutic Restorations [ITR]
    Date(s): 4/22/2015 - 4/22/2015
    Facility: Gallup Indian Medcal Center Dental Clinic Location: Gallup, NM
    Instructor(s): Richard Champany, COLLEEN WHITE Director: Richard Champany
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 10 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 4.00 (Total CDE); 4.00 (AGD - 258)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is appropriate for dental hygienists and staff dentists at GIMC dental clinic only. There is maximum of 10 attendees allowed.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the pariticpant will be able to:
    1. Identify early carious lesions that are eligible to receive an ITR.
    2. Discuss behavior management for children under age 5 who undergo an ITR.
    3. Identify materials to be used for ITR restoration.
    4. Describe the completed cavity preparation necessary for a quality ITR.
    5. Correctly mix, place, and finish the glass ionomer filling.
    6. Explain the proper post op instructions for the ITR.

    Prerequisites:

    Open to dentists and hygienists only.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0517: USPHS Scientific and Training Symposium 2015
    Date(s): 5/18/2015 - 5/21/2015
    Facility: Sheraton Location: Atlanta, GA
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 42.50 (Total CDE); 3.50 (AGD - 016); 3.00 (AGD - 148); 31.00 (AGD - 149); 1.00 (AGD - 158); 3.00 (AGD - 257); 1.00 (AGD - 755)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This annual conference provides continuing education and training for more than 1,000 Public Health Service Commissioned Officers, primarily from the IHS.

    All documents are filed at CSC.
    Program Manager is Tim ONeill timo@leading-edge.us

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

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    DE0522: Oral Health and Diabetes
    Date(s): 1/1/2014 - 12/31/2014
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Wendy Sandoval 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
    Summary:

    This online course is sponsored through CSC. All documentation retained in Files 5814 and 5895.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0525: Hernia Repairs
    Date(s): 11/20/2014 - 11/20/2014
    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 5840. All documents on file at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

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    DE0527: Albuquerque Area Dental Prevention Project Updates
    Date(s): 4/28/2015 - 4/28/2015
    Facility: Webinar Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): Timothy Ricks Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 70 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 257)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    All of the Area programs who received funding as part of the Albuquerque/Nashville Area Oral Health Promotion/Disease Prevention FY 2015 Funding Initiative will provide preliminary reports on how they’re progressing on their dental prevention projects. This will in turn provide information to all Area programs on some of the priorities they can set to prevent oral diseases in their population. Specifically, programs will provide a mid-project evaluation on their specific project initiatives, with the final report and presentation to be given at the Area Dental Meeting in June 2015.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Identify at least three strategies that may help increase access to dental care for high-risk populations.
    2. Describe at least one high-risk AIAN subgroup and the disparities in disease burden that make it a high-risk group.
    3. Explain in detail the problem, objectives, and activities of at least one of the programs presented and how this project could be carries out in your own program.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0530: Ergonomics
    Date(s): 6/11/2015 - 6/11/2015
    Facility: Webinar Location: Phoenix, AZ
    Instructor(s): Jessie Atencio Director: Alyssa York
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 10 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course will cover ergonomics, specifically how to prevent injuries in the workplace.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Determine if their workplace has ergonomic issues.
    2. Evaluate their workplace or work practice for ergonomic issues that may arise from improper lifting.
    3. Specify proper heights and placement for workstations.
    3. Explain how other sites manage ergonomic issues through proactive communication and reporting.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0532: Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System
    Date(s): 6/15/2015 - 6/15/2015
    Facility: Northern Arizona University Location: Flagstaff, AZ
    Instructor(s): Albert Escobedo Director: Alyssa York
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 25 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.50 (Total CDE); 1.50 (AGD - 554)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is offered for staff in Phoenix and Tucson Areas only.
    Topics covered in the course are dental services billable for AIHP members and billable fee-for-service benefits for children and adults enrolled in the AIHP.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Identify which FFS members are eligible for dental coverage.
    2. List covered dental services for FFS members.
    3. Use the correct form to bill for dental services.

    Prerequisites:

    Tucson and Phoenix Area staff only.

    Travel:

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    DE0533: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 2/17/2015 - 2/26/2015
    Facility: Elbowoods Health Center Location: New Town, ND
    Instructor(s): Lisa Green Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists, Hygienists, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 48.00 (Total CDE); 48.00 (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 6 days. An additional 2 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 DEXIS, 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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    DE0534: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 3/18/2015 - 3/24/2015
    Facility: Fort Hall Dental Clinic Location: Fort Hall, ID
    Instructor(s): Theresa Romero Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists, Hygienists, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 48.00 (Total CDE); 48.00 (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 6 days. An additional 2 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 DEXIS, 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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    DE0538: Periodontal Mangement of Patient with Diabetes
    Date(s): 5/20/2015 - 5/20/2015
    Facility: Webinar Location: Phoenix, AZ
    Instructor(s): TODD SMITH Director: TODD SMITH
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 25 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 490)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This webinar will update dental staff on the relationship between diabetes and periodontitis and provide current recommendations in the management of periodontitis in patients with diabetes.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Identify the link between periodontitis and diabetes.
    2. Create a treatment plan for a diabetic patient with moderate to severe periodontitis.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0539: Wound Care
    Date(s): 4/15/2015 - 4/15/2015
    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 5899.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0542: Infection Control Update
    Date(s): 5/6/2015 - 5/6/2015
    Facility: San Carlos Service Unit Location: San Carlos, AZ
    Instructor(s): ERMA CASUSE Director: ERMA CASUSE
    Audience: Dentists, Assistants, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 15 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 8.00 (Total CDE); 8.00 (AGD - 148)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is available only to dental staff at San Carlos Service Unit. This 8 hour course will provide an Infection Control [IC] Update and review present IC practices. Participants will identify and discuss ways to improve IC practices.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Evaluate current IC practices and make necessary changes.
    2. Increase awareness of new and improved IC practices.
    3. Recognize the impact of working as a team to implement new IC practices.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0544: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 4/7/2015 - 4/10/2015
    Facility: St. Croix Tribal Dental Clinic Location: Webster, MI
    Instructor(s): Susan Lukins Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists, Hygienists, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 40.00 (Total CDE); 48.00 (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 6 days. An additional 2 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 DEXIS, 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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    DE0545: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 3/5/2015 - 3/10/2015
    Facility: Chapa-De Indian Health Clinic Location: Auburn, CA
    Instructor(s): Susan Lukins Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Assistants, Dentists, Hygienists, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 48.00 (Total CDE); 48.00 (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 6 days. An additional 2 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 DEXIS, 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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    DE0547: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 5/5/2015 - 5/12/2015
    Facility: Las Vegas Paiute Tribal HC Location: Las Vegas, NV
    Instructor(s): Mary Randall Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 48.00 (Total CDE); 48.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    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 6 days. An additional 2 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 DEXIS, 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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    DE0548: WebCident and Medication Error Reporting
    Date(s): 3/24/2015 - 3/24/2015
    Facility: Fort Defiance Medical Center Location: Fort Defiance, AZ
    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 sponsored by CSC File 5838. All documentation is on file with CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0549: Phoenix and Tucson Areas Training
    Date(s): 8/12/2015 - 8/12/2015
    Facility: Pima Community College Location: Tucson, AZ
    Instructor(s): Alyssa York, DANIEL HUBER, Josh Anderson Director: Alyssa York
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 20 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 6.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (AGD - 690); 1.50 (AGD - 149); 2.50 (AGD - 153)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This meeting is offered to staff in the Phoenix and Tucson areas. The basics of dental implant therapy will be discussed. Dental phobias and dental fears and methods to address them will be discussed. The results of the 2014 Basic Screening Survey will be discussed.

    Learning Objectives:

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

    Basics of Surgical and Restorative Dental Implant Therapy:
    1. Recognize and communicate different implant bodies and platforms.
    2. Identify various implant components for individualized procedures.
    3. Make accurate impressions for implant-supported restorations.

    Dental Phobias:
    1. Identify the differences between dental phobias and dental fears.
    2. Address the special needs of patients with dental phobias or dental fears.
    3. Explain the different treatments and coping methods used for dental phobias and dental fears.

    Results of the 2014 Basic Screening Survey, GPRA and ECC Programs in Arizona
    1. Explain the results of the 2014 Basic Screening Survey.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0550: Infection Control Update
    Date(s): 6/24/2015 - 6/24/2015
    Facility: Whiteriver Hospital Location: Whiteriver, AZ
    Instructor(s): ERMA CASUSE Director: ERMA CASUSE
    Audience: Dentists, Assistants, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 15 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 4.00 (Total CDE); 4.00 (AGD - 148)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is available only to dental staff at Whiteriver Hospital, This 4 hour course will provide an Infection Control [IC] Update and review present IC practices. Participants will identify and discuss ways to improve IC practices.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1. Evaluate current IC practices and make necessary changes.
    2. Increase awareness of new and improved IC practices.
    3. Recognize the impact of working as a team to implement new IC practices.
    4. Develop an ongoing IC program evaluation.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0555: Winslow Dental Staff Development
    Date(s): 8/4/2015 - 8/7/2015
    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); 8.00 (AGD - 148); 8.00 (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 infection control practices and make changes as necessary.
    2. Increase awareness of daily clinical efficiency practices.
    3. Identify ways to improve clinical operations.
    4. Demonstrate a positive attitude when dealing with patients and co-workers.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0556: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 5/27/2015 - 6/3/2015
    Facility: Fort Yuma Dental Clinic Location: Fort Yuma, AZ
    Instructor(s): Cindy Abreu Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 48.00 (Total CDE); 48.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    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 6 days. An additional 2 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 DEXIS, 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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    DE0558: Public Health Orthodontics, Part 2
    Date(s): 7/22/2015 - 7/22/2015
    Facility: AIDC Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): Jonathan Chiang Director: Suzanne Marks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (AGD - 370)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this 2 hour course is to enhance communication and orthodontic interdisciplinary care within the Albuquerque IHS Dental Clinic. The course will include overview of AIDC orthodontic paperwork, Phase 1 limited treatment cases and we will discuss addressing facial esthetics in a public health setting.

    Learning Objectives:

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

    1.   Navigate AIDC orthodontic paperwork including the treatment plan, objectives and progress within braces.

    2.   Improve diagnostic acumen in limited orthodontic Phase 1 treatment.

    3.   Review the esthetics and limitations of comprehensive orthodontic cases at the Albuquerque IHS Orthodontic Clinic.

    Prerequisites:

    Completion of Part 1

    Travel:

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    DE0559: Public Health Orthodontics
    Date(s): 5/6/2015 - 5/6/2015
    Facility: AIDC Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): Jonathan Chiang Director: Suzanne Marks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 2.00 (Total CDE); 2.00 (AGD - 370)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this 2 hour course is to enhance communication and orthodontic interdisciplinary care within the Albuquerque IHS Dental Clinic. The course will include overview of AIDC orthodontic paperwork, Phase 1 limited treatment cases and we will discuss addressing facial esthetics in a public health setting.

    Learning Objectives:

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

    1.   Navigate AIDC orthodontic paperwork including the treatment plan, objectives and progress within braces.

    2.   Improve diagnostic acumen in limited orthodontic Phase 1 treatment.

    3.   Review the esthetics and limitations of comprehensive orthodontic cases at the Albuquerque IHS Orthodontic Clinic.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0560: Identifying and Responding to Pediatric Respiratory Emergencies
    Date(s): 4/9/2015 - 4/9/2015
    Facility: Fort Defiance Medical Center Location: Fort Defiance, AZ
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 142)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This course is sponsored by CSC File 5838. All documentation is on file with CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0561: Albuquerque Area HIPAA Update
    Date(s): 7/28/2015 - 7/28/2015
    Facility: Webinar Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): Marla Jones Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 70 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This course will provide an overview of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act [HIPAA] as well as
    providing definitions for key terms

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    [1] List the five rules of the Administrative Simplification provisions of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act [HIPAA]. [Unique Identifiers Rule [National Provider Identifier], The HIPAA Privacy Rule, TheTransactions and Code Sets Rule, the HIPAA Security Rule, and the Enforcement Rule]
    [2] Define personally identifiable information [PII] and personal health information [PHI].
    [3] Briefly describe the HIPAA Privacy Rule as it relates to at least two of the following issues: business associates, covered entities, decedents, FERPA, health information technology, incidental uses, public health uses, group insurance plans, and workers’ compensation.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0564: OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard Training
    Date(s): 8/25/2015 - 8/25/2015
    Facility: Webinar Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Instructor(s): Brian Hroch Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 70 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    In March 1992, the Occupational and Safety Health Administration's [OSHA] Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1030, took effect. This standard was designed to prevent deaths and infections resulting from occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens. While the standard was primarily aimed at hospitals, funeral homes, nursing homes, clinics, law enforcement agencies, emergency responders, and research laboratories, anyone who can "reasonably expect to come in contact with blood or potentially infectious materials" as part of their job is covered by the standard. This one-hour training provides an overview of the BPS to dental staff, an annual requirement of the Area.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    [1] List at least three engineering controls used in dentistry to minimize exposure to bloodborne pathogens
    [2] Describe the employers' responsibilities as they relate to training of staff and personal protective equipment
    [3] Explain components of an exposure control plan, including the necessary steps to take following exposure

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0565: OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard Training
    Date(s): 8/26/2015 - 8/26/2015
    Facility: Webinar Location: Nashville, TN
    Instructor(s): Kit Grosch Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 70 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    In March 1992, the Occupational and Safety Health Administration's [OSHA] Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1030, took effect. This standard was designed to prevent deaths and infections resulting from occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens. While the standard was primarily aimed at hospitals, funeral homes, nursing homes, clinics, law enforcement agencies, emergency responders, and research laboratories, anyone who can "reasonably expect to come in contact with blood or potentially infectious materials" as part of their job is covered by the standard. This one-hour training provides an overview of the BPS to dental staff, an annual requirement of the Area.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    [1] List at least three engineering controls used in dentistry to minimize exposure to bloodborne pathogens
    [2] Describe the employers' responsibilities as they relate to training of staff and personal protective equipment
    [3] Explain components of an exposure control plan, including the necessary steps to take following exposure

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0566: Oral Health Surveillance - 35 year-olds - Training 1
    Date(s): 7/24/2015 - 7/24/2015
    Facility: IHS Headquarters Location: Rockville, MD
    Instructor(s): Kathy Phipps Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, DHA, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 200 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 371)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This presentation will provide the training that accompanies the Basic Screening Survey of American Indian/Alaska Native Adults 35 years and older.

    Learning Objectives:

    At the completion of this training, participants should be able to:
    1. Define the purpose of oral health surveillance in the IHS;
    2. Describe the equipment/supplies needed to complete the screening surveys;
    3. Diagnose caries in accordance to the training provided.

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

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    DE0567: Oral Health Surveillance - 35 year-olds - Training 2
    Date(s): 7/30/2015 - 7/30/2015
    Facility: IHS Headquarters Location: Rockville, MD
    Instructor(s): Kathy Phipps Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, DHA, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 200 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 371)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This presentation will provide the training that accompanies the Basic Screening Survey of American Indian/Alaska Native Adults 35 years and older.

    Learning Objectives:

    At the completion of this training, participants should be able to:
    1. Define the purpose of oral health surveillance in the IHS;
    2. Describe the equipment/supplies needed to complete the screening surveys;
    3. Diagnose caries in accordance to the training provided.

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

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    DE0568: Oral Health Surveillance - 35 year-olds - Training 3
    Date(s): 8/5/2015 - 8/5/2015
    Facility: IHS Headquarters Location: Rockville, MD
    Instructor(s): Kathy Phipps Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, DHA, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 200 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 371)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    This presentation will provide the training that accompanies the Basic Screening Survey of American Indian/Alaska Native Adults 35 years and older.

    Learning Objectives:

    At the completion of this training, participants should be able to:
    1. Define the purpose of oral health surveillance in the IHS;
    2. Describe the equipment/supplies needed to complete the screening surveys;
    3. Diagnose caries in accordance to the training provided.

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0569: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 7/7/2015 - 7/13/2015
    Facility: San Carlos Dental Clinic Location: San Carlos, AZ
    Instructor(s): Mary Randall Director: James Schaeffer
    Audience: Assistants, Support Staff, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 48.00 (Total CDE); 48.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    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 6 days. An additional 2 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 DEXIS, 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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    DE0570: Managing the Difficult Dental Patient
    Date(s): 8/26/2015 - 8/26/2015
    Facility: Webinar Location: Choctaw, SC
    Instructor(s): Cynthia Chennault Director: James Schaeffer
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 50 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 153)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this 1 hour course is to give all dental staff an overview of how to manage a difficult dental patient and recognize factors leading to a difficult patient encounter. This course will also describe communication and stress management techniques for coping with difficult patients.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1.   Describe the physical, behavioral, and psychological characteristics of a difficult patient
    2.   Describe relationship building techniques
    3.   Describe communication and stress management techniques for coping with difficult patients
    4.   Describe 2 Models for Managing Difficult Patients

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0571: National Combined Councils Summer Meeting
    Date(s): 6/23/2015 - 6/25/2015
    Facility: TBD Location: Denver, CO
    Instructor(s): Director: TIMOTHY LOZON
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: 20 - 50 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 4.00 (Total CDE); 3.00 (AGD - 149); 1.00 (AGD - 157)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    All documentation for this meeting is contained in File 5929 at CSC.

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0572: IHS Dental Study Club September 2015
    Date(s): 9/15/2015 - 9/15/2015
    Facility: conference line Location: Billings, MT
    Instructor(s): John Zimmer, JOHN KING Director: Kelley Miller
    Audience: Dentists Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 50 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 0.50 (AGD - 257); 0.50 (AGD - 073)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    Article 1: Pediatric Dentistry 36 / 3; 2014 - The evidence is Lacking to Support Resin Infiltration for primary Molar Proximal Lesions

    Article 2: Pulpal Regenerative Endodontics

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this session, the pariticipant will be able to:
    1. The author of the article recommends against use resin infusion as tx for a white spot lesion.
    2. Define regenerative endodontics
    3. Know biological basis for regenerative endodontics
    4. Understand technique to perform regenerative endodontic procedures

    Prerequisites:

    DDS or DMD.
    Review of the assigned articles.

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0574: HP/DP Program Awards Proposal Writing
    Date(s): 9/10/2015 - 9/10/2015
    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: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The Inter Tribal Council of Arizona Dental Prevention and Clinical Support Center’s purpose of this 1.0 hour 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 to include in the proposal.
    2. Apply the guidelines on 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:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0578: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 8/18/2015 - 8/25/2015
    Facility: Pit River Health Service Location: Burney/Alturas, CA
    Instructor(s): Director: James Schaeffer
    Audience: Assistants, Support Staff, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 48.00 (Total CDE); 48.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    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 6 days. An additional 2 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 DEXIS, 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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    DE0579: MERCURY AMALGAM MANAGEMENT IN DENTAL CLINICS Webinar
    Date(s): 7/16/2015 - 7/16/2015
    Facility: Online Location: Online
    Instructor(s): Gary Carter Director: Richard Turner
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 50 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this one-hour course is to provide IHS personnel working in dental departments, facilities management, environmental health, and safety an introduction and awareness of amalgam use in dental clinics and best management practices for managing it, to include an introduction to amalgam separator technology

    Learning Objectives:

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

    1. Demonstrate awareness of environmental contamination due to amalgam use in dental clinics.

    2. Demonstrate awareness of health effects associated with dental amalgam exposure.
    3. Ability to recognize the best practices for managing dental amalgam.
    4. An introduction to dental amalgam separator technology.
    5. Awareness of current and future dental amalgam separator regulatory requirements.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:

    Please Make Checks Payable to: Indian Health Service.



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    DE0581: OSHA Hazard Communication Standard Training
    Date(s): 9/23/2015 - 9/23/2015
    Facility: Nashville Area Office Location: Nashville, TN
    Instructor(s): Kit Grosch Director: Timothy Ricks
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Support Staff Level: Basic
    Quota: 5 - 75 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (DANB Non-Clinical); 1.00 (AGD - 770)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The Occupational Safety & Health Administration [OSHA] issued the Hazard Communication Standard Final Rule in 1994, and this has been since revised in 2012 under 25 CFR 1900.1200. The purpose of the standard is to ensure that the hazards of all chemicals produced or imported are classified, and that information concerning the classified hazards is transmitted to employees. This training to dental staff will provide a one-hour overview of hazard communications, and it is required that all dental staff receive this training annually.

    Learning Objectives:

    By the end of this presentation, participants should be able to:

    •   Describe the components of the Safety Data Sheet [SDS];
    •   Identify chemicals and products used in the dental officer that must have a SDS and those exempt from this requirement;
    •   Explain the process of labeling chemicals, including secondary containers.

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    None

    Payment Address:





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    DE0583: 2015 Alaska Area Dental Meeting
    Date(s): 10/26/2015 - 10/28/2015
    Facility: Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium Office Location: Anchorage, AK
    Instructor(s): Louise Achey, ROYANN ROYER, Brian Berube, Elizabeth Mallott, Keith Cook, Valerie Herrera, Margherita Fontana, Jamie Gemmill, Thomas Hennessy, KIM HORT, MarBeth Johns, Cindy Armstrong, Gary Ferguson, Becky Judd, Sarah Shoffstall-Cone, Jessica Wilson, James Dibelka, LISA CONE, Timothy Ricks Director: Sarah Shoffstall-Cone
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, DHA Level: Basic
    Quota: 10 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 29.00 (Total CDE); 5.00 (AGD - 148); 1.00 (AGD - 132); 2.00 (AGD - 449); 2.00 (AGD - 134); 19.00 (AGD - 149)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this three day meeting is to provide Alaska Area Dental staff with up-to-date information regarding the provision of dental care as well as updates related to the IHS/USPHS; continuing education credits; and the opportunity to network with other dental staff from around the state.

    Learning Objectives:

    Objectives for each individual session are on file.

    Prerequisites:

    Alaska Staff

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0591: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 9/15/2015 - 9/22/2015
    Facility: NATIVE Project Location: Spokane, WA
    Instructor(s): Mary Randall Director: James Schaeffer
    Audience: Assistants, Support Staff, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 48.00 (Total CDE); 48.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    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 6 days. An additional 2 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 DEXIS, 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:





    2015 Continuing Dental Education Catalog

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    DE0592: EDR Training and Implementation in IHS
    Date(s): 8/18/2015 - 8/25/2015
    Facility: Pit River Health Service Location: Burney/Alturas, CA
    Instructor(s): Mary Randall Director: James Schaeffer
    Audience: Assistants, Support Staff, Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 48.00 (Total CDE); 48.00 (AGD - 561)
    Course Types Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    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 6 days. An additional 2 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 DEXIS, 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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    DE0593: Managing Surgical Post-op Sequalae
    Date(s): 2/17/2016 - 2/17/2016
    Facility: Webinar Location: Choctaw, SC
    Instructor(s): Kenneth Moran Director: James Schaeffer
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants Level: Basic
    Quota: 10 - 100 students Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 1.00 (Total CDE); 1.00 (AGD - 153)
    Course Types Course Types
    Summary:

    The purpose of this 1 hour course is to give all dental staff an overview of how to manage a difficult dental patient and recognize factors leading to a difficult patient encounter. This course will also describe communication and stress management techniques for coping with difficult patients.

    Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
    1.   Describe the physical, behavioral, and psychological characteristics of a difficult patient
    2.   Describe relationship building techniques
    3.   Describe communication and stress management techniques for coping with difficult patients
    4.   Describe 2 Models for Managing Difficult Patients

    Prerequisites:

    None

    Travel:

    Payment Address:





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    DE0594: USPHS Scientific and Training Symposium 2015
    Date(s): 5/18/2015 - 5/21/2015
    Facility: Sheraton Location: Atlanta, GA
    Instructor(s): Director: MARY BETH KINNEY
    Audience: Dentists, Hygienists Level: Basic
    Quota: TBD Tuition: $0.00
    Hours: 43.00 (Total CDE); 4.00 (AGD - 016); 3.00 (AGD - 148); 31.00 (AGD - 149); 1.00 (AGD - 158); 3.00 (AGD - 257); 1.00 (AGD - 755)
    Course Types
    Summary:

    This annual conference provides continuing education and training for more than 1,000 Public Health Service Commissioned Officers, primarily from the IHS.

    All documents are filed at CSC.
    Program Manager is Tim ONeill timo@leading-edge.us

    Learning Objectives:

    Prerequisites:

    Travel:

    Payment Address: