The Association of Continuing Dental Education (ACDE) brings together individuals who represent college- and university-based continuing dental education programs associated with accredited dental schools in Canada and the United States.
ACDE and 31 of its member schools are jointly providing a series of live webinars featuring university-based key opinion leaders. These jointly produced webinars are planned to be held through 2023. Watch this website for course listings.
Each lecture is hosted by a different university, but CE verifications and participation will be provided by the school with which you registered.
Advanced Aligner Tips, Tricks and Pearls
Dr. Amanda Wilson, a native of San Francisco, obtained her dental education from UCSF Dental School and her Masters of Dental Science and Orthodontics Certification at the University of Connecticut.
Jan. 31, 2023
8PM EST
Updates in Light-Curing: Unraveling the new era of light-cured materials
Dr. Dayane Oliveira is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Restorative Dental Sciences at the University of Florida. She has a master’s degree in Operative Dentistry and Ph.D. degree and a post-doctoral training in Dental Biomaterials.
February 3, 2023
11 AM EST
How Not to Kill Your Patient: Importance of the Medical History
Dr. Christine Blass is the program director for the UAB hospital based Advanced Education in General Dentistry and General Practice Residency programs, where she oversees six residents. As a lifelong Blazer, Dr. Blass earned her BS and DMD degrees, as well as a GPR certificate at UAB.
February 10, 2023
11 AM EST
Introduction to Forensic Odontology
Dr. Allen Samuelson is Associate Professor in the Division of Craniofacial and Surgical Services at the Adams School of Dentistry. He received his BA from North Carolina State University in 1986 and his DDS from the UNC School of Dentistry in 1992.
Feb. 17, 2023
11 AM EST
Digital treatment options for the fully edentulous patient
Dr. Mark Ludlow is the Section Head of Implant Dentistry, Digital Dentistry, and Removable Prosthodontics at the University of Utah School of Dentistry. He completed his DMD dental training at the University of Connecticut and received his MS in prosthodontics from the University of North Carolina
February 21, 2023
8PM EST
The Non-Odontogenic Toothache
Dr. Sowmya Ananthan is a graduate of the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, earning both her DMD and MSD degrees there. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree from India. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orofacial Pain and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain.
February 26, 2023
2PM EST
A Review of Dental Ethics at Chairside
Dr. David Hancock was born and raised in an academic family. He attended the University of Arizona for his undergraduate education. Dr. Hancock attended Northwestern University Dental School, completing his degree in 1976
March 7, 2023
8PM EST
Key Points to Achieve a Natural Looking Restoration Using Dental Composite
Dr. Rodrigo Maia is a clinical associate professor and the discipline coordinator in the Department of Cariology, Restorative Sciences, and Endodontics at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry. He holds a Certificate in Operative Dentistry and in Periodontology from the Brazilian Air Force.
March 10, 2023
11 AM EST
Controlled Substance Risk Assessment and Tapering the At-Risk Patient
Dr. Ronald Kulich has responsibilities including development and management of opioid risk assessment protocols for the Massachusetts General Hospital Pain Center and Facial Pain/Headache Center at Tufts School of Dental Medicine
March 22, 2023
8PM EST
Exploring the Limits of Skeletal Expansion with Mini Screws
Dr. Sercan Akyalcin serves as the Head of Orthodontics at Harvard School of Dental Medicine. He has a DDS-PhD degree and is a graduate of the orthodontic program at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.
March 25, 2023
11 AM EST
Ceramic Crowns: Esthetics & Function
Dr. Chris Wyatt is Professor and Chair of the Division of Prosthodontics & Dental Geriatrics in the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of British Columbia.
April 5, 2023
8PM EST
An Update on the Diagnosis and Management of Traumatic Injuries to the Permanent Dentition
Dr. Ashraf Fouad obtained his DDS, Certificate of Endodontics and MS at the University of Iowa. He served on the faculty and in various administrative roles at University of Connecticut, the University of Maryland, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
April 18, 2023
8PM EST
Periodontal Maintenance on the Implant Patient
Dr. Carlos Parra was born and raised in Barcelona, Spain. He graduated from dental school (2009) at Universitat Internacional de Catalunya (UIC), Barcelona, Spain. After his graduation, he got enrolled in a Clinical Residency in Periodontology at UIC (2009-10). He also served as pre-doctoral clinical instructor (2011 – 12) at UIC.
April 25, 2023
8PM EST
A “St. Louis-Style” Oral Pathology Safari
Dr. Richard J. Vargo is an Assistant Professor and the Director of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology at A.T. Still University – Missouri School of Dentistry & Oral Health (ATSU-MOSDOH) and at the St. Louis Dental Center in St. Louis, MO.
April 28, 2023
11 AM EST
Evolving Your Practice with Comprehensive Implant Dentistry: Prosthetic & Surgical Treatment Provided by the Same Hands
Dr. Herbert M. Mendelson has extensive experience in implantology both as a practitioner and instructor. A George Washington University graduate, he earned his DDS from the Medical College of Virginia, completed an AEGD residency at the University of Pennsylvania, and has been in private practice in Owings Mills, MD., for the past 27 years.
May 1, 2023
8PM EST
The Oral Systemic Connection
Dr. Husham Edani Graduated from College of Dentistry BDS- Baghdad-Iraq- Oral surgery program : University of Paris VII- France- PhD : University of Paris VII- France
May 10, 2023
8PM EST
Orthodontics and the Family Practice Dentist
Dr. Natoosha Nargaski is an Assistant Professor and the Coordinator of the Graduate Orthodontics Clinic at the University of Toronto. She is also the president of the Ontario Association of Orthodontists.
May 13, 2023
11 AM EST
Lasers in Dentistry—Come and See the Light
Dr. Donald J. Coluzzi a 1970 graduate of the USC School of Dentistry, is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Preventive and Restorative Dental Sciences at the University of California San Francisco School of Dentistry
May 18, 2023
8PM EST
When to Worry about White Lesions in the Oral Cavity
Dr. Austin Shackelford is an Assistant Professor of Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology at A.T. Still University – Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health (ASDOH) in Mesa, Arizona. Dr. Shackelford completed his Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology residency at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine
May 25, 2023
8PM EST
Reducing Post-Operatory Sensitivity Through Adequate Bonding Procedures
Dr.Grace De Souza is an associate tenured professor in the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry. She holds a Master’s and PhD in Comprehensive Care/Restorative Dentistry from State University of Campinas, Brasil
June 1, 2023
8PM EST
Advances and Challenges of Digital Dentistry for Dental Implant Surgeries
Dr. Chia-Yu (Jennifer) Chen received her dental degree (DDS) from Kaohsiung Medical University in Taiwan and completed her periodontology training and Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) in oral biology from Harvard School of Dental Medicine.
June 5, 2023
8PM EST
Why are your patients angry and fearful and what can you do about it?
Dr. Dave Carsten is a native of the Pacific northwest graduating from Washington State University with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and a DDS from the University of Washington School of Dentistry.
June 14, 2023
8PM EST
Medical History Taking in Dental Patients
Dr. Sanjay Chand has specialized in Medicine with emphasis on clinical therapeutics and infection control. He is Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Detroit Mercy’s School of Dentistry.
June 22, 2023
8PM EST
This continuing education activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the standards of the ADA Continuing Education Recognition Program (ADA CERP) through joint efforts between the schools listed here.