Webinar Details:
- Date & Time: Wednesday, December 17 | 7-9 PM EST
- Title: Opioid Use Disorder in Dental Patients
- Cost: $40 for FDA Members | $60 for Non-FDA Members
- Speaker: Jason Portnof, DMD, MD
- Click here for webinar details
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FDA Hosted Webinar Series – Rooted in Dentistry
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The Rooted in Dentistry Webinar Series is your opportunity to stay informed, grow your skills and earn CE hours. With up to 6 CE hours available, this live webinar series is a convenient way to expand your knowledge at no cost. Don’t miss your chance to earn 6 hours of CE annually at no cost as an FDA member dentist.
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January 14 - From Train Wreck to Triumph: Mastering Treatment Planning for Dental Disaster Cases
Title: From Train Wreck to Triumph: Mastering Treatment Planning for Dental Disaster Cases
Speaker: Waji Khan, CD, BSc, DDS, MBA, MEd, FICOI, FPFA, FICD, FACD
Date & Time: Jan. 14, 2026 | 12-1 PM EST
Description: Every dentist has seen them – “train wreck” cases where multiple failing restorations, missing teeth, compromised aesthetics and a complex medical history collide in one overwhelmed patient. In such situations, jumping straight to solutions can be tempting, but it is also dangerous. The real magic lies in stepping back, asking better questions, gathering the correct data and performing a structured clinical examination that reveals what’s truly possible. This webinar will guide clinicians through a systematic approach to evaluating and planning treatment for complex “disaster” cases.
Attendees will be able to:
- identify the key questions to ask in the history, consultation and informed consent process for complex “disaster” cases.
- select the critical diagnostic data and records (clinical photos, radiographs/CBCT, mounted models, periodontal charting, occlusal analysis, medical consults, etc.) needed to reduce uncertainty.
- perform a structured clinical examination sequence that integrates periodontal, restorative, occlusal, functional and aesthetic findings into a coherent picture.
- organize case findings into clear options and phased treatment plans that align with the patient’s goals, budget and risk profile.
- communicate realistic outcomes and limitations effectively, improving case acceptance while managing expectations for complex treatment.
Speaker Bio: Dental degree, University of Toronto (UT) Faculty of Dentistry; dental officer, Canadian Armed Forces; clinical instructor, Dalhousie University and UT Faculty of Dentistry; private practice, Toronto, Canada.
March 11 - Setting Up for Success and Leaving Doors Open: Advanced Full Arch Treatment Planning Concepts to Fulfill Patients' Current and Future Needs and Desires
Title: Setting Up for Success and Leaving Doors Open: Advanced Full Arch Treatment Planning Concepts to Fulfill Patients' Current and Future Needs and Desires
Speaker: Joc Jernigan, DDS, FAAID, FICOI
Date & Time: Mar. 11, 2026 | 12-1 PM EST
Description: With 36 million Americans missing all of their teeth, and that number continuing to grow, the most significant barrier to care is access to full-arch dentistry, including cost, available treatment options, and providers qualified to deliver this level of care. This webinar will explore the latest advancements and treatment modalities available for full arch rehabilitation in edentulous patients, as well as the treatment planning concepts that will set these patients up for long-term success. Attendees will gain insights into standard full-arch treatment options, such as implant-overdentures and the All-on-X methodology, as well as explore new options like Locator Fixed and digital dentistry applications.
Attendees will be able to:
- Compare and contrast different full arch treatment modalities
- Understand key full arch treatment planning principles that can and should be applied to each full arch patient
- Apply new digital technologies to improve treatment precision and patient outcomes.
- Enhance patient consultation and consent processes based on current best practices.
Speaker Bio: Dental degree, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill School of Dentistry; fellow, American Academy of Implant Dentistry; private practice, Rocky Mount, NC.
May 13 - Photobiomodulation - The Magic Laser That Nobody Knows About
Title: Photobiomodulation - The Magic Laser That Nobody Knows About
Speaker: Robert Convissar, DDS
Date & Time: May 13, 2026 | 12-1 PM EST
Description: Although research on low-level lasers began in 1967, many dentists are still unfamiliar with low-level or photobiomodulation (PBM) laser technology. These non-surgical devices cannot cut tissue; instead, they provide purely therapeutic, palliative benefits. Studies have shown that PBM not only reduces intraoperative and postoperative pain but can also enhance healing, supporting faster implant integration and increased tensile wound strength across a variety of surgical procedures.
This course will discuss the use of PBMs for virtually every discipline in dentistry – from simply blocking the gag reflex in patients to eliminating the use of injection analgesia in pediatric patients during operative dentistry procedures, thereby increasing the healing rate after surgical procedures.
Attendees will be able to:
- review photobiomodulation (PBM) laser technology
- understand how PBM work and how they can revolutionize your analgesia protocols
- discover how PBM can decrease after-hours phone calls and narcotic analgesic prescriptions
- understand how PBM can speed the healing process for virtually every dental procedure
Speaker Bio: Dental degree, New York University College of Dentistry; diplomate, American Board of Laser Surgery; fellow, American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery and Academy of General Dentistry; master, Academy of Laser Dentistry; author, Principles and Practice of Laser Dentistry; co-author, Color Atlas of Tongue Tie and Lip Tie Laser
July 8 - Crown Lengthening: Why It Matters in Restorative Dentistry
Title: Crown Lengthening: Why It Matters in Restorative Dentistry
Speaker: Swati Gupta, DMD
Date & Time: July 8, 2026 | 12-1 PM EST
Description: This webinar will focus on why crown lengthening is more than just a periodontal procedure; it is a foundational step in ensuring the success of restorations such as crowns, bridges and aesthetic rehabilitations.
During this webinar, Dr. Gupta will discuss how proper crown lengthening helps establish a stable biologic width, improves marginal integrity and retention, prevents chronic inflammation and restoration failure, enhances aesthetics in the smile zone and creates adequate tooth structure for long-term durability.
Through clear concepts and clinical examples, this webinar will help restorative dentists understand when and how crown lengthening can significantly elevate the quality of their work. This webinar is ideal for clinicians seeking to enhance treatment planning, minimize failure rates and consistently deliver predictable results.
Attendees will be able to:
- understand the biological rationale behind crown lengthening and its significance in maintaining periodontal health.
- identify restorative scenarios where crown lengthening is essential for predictable outcomes.
- recognize the impact of biologic width violations on restoration failure, inflammation and patient discomfort.
- integrate crown lengthening into treatment planning to improve retention, marginal integrity and long-term restoration success.
- review clinical techniques and healing timelines to ensure proper coordination between surgical and restorative phases.
September 9 - Muscle and Joint Injury After Extractions – Why and What to Do Pre- and Post-Dental Treatment: A Physical Therapy Perspective
Title: Muscle and Joint Injury After Extractions – Why and What to Do Pre- and Post-Dental Treatment: A Physical Therapy Perspective
Speaker: Erienne Blanchard, PT, DPT, OCS, CMPT, CFC, Cert. DN, CCtT
Date & Time: September 9, 2026 | 12-1 PM EST
Description: Injury of the muscle, joint or both can occur after extraction or implants due to the time and force required for the procedure. This webinar will discuss what may predispose the area to trauma based on the patient, and the reasons for screening the patient to assess the possible likelihood of joint and/or soft tissue injury. Education on pre-strengthening and coordination to reduce the likelihood of complications, as well as post-treatment education to support healing, will be presented. A discussion will be held on when to refer to physical therapy and what can be done for prolonged trismus. Dentists will be given a pre-questionnaire and a summary of education to give to their patients.
Attendees will be able to:
- understand the causes of muscle injury and joint pain due to the changes in neurotransmitters, muscle fibers, ligamentous tissue and joints.
- give pre-treatment education and exercise as well as post-treatment.
- build confidence in referring patients to other professionals to complement their treatment of patients with muscle or joint injuries.
Speaker Bio: Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Florida; craniofacial certification, University of St. Augustine; certified cervical and temporomandibular therapist, American Academy of Orofacial Pain; private practice, Gainesville, FL.
November 11 - Expanding Patient Care: Saving Lives and Reducing Pain in the Modern Dental Practice
Title: Expanding Patient Care: Saving Lives and Reducing Pain in the Modern Dental Practice
Speaker: Dar Radfar, DDS
Date & Time: November 11, 2026 | 12-1 PM EST
Description: Dentistry is evolving beyond teeth—and practices that fail to adapt are missing critical opportunities to elevate patient health, reduce pain, and improve overall quality of life.
This webinar explores how modern dental practices can expand their standard of care by integrating sleep-disordered breathing screening, TMJ disorder management, and low-level laser therapy into everyday workflows—without increasing chair time or placing added physical strain on the clinician.
Led by Dr. Dar Radfar, a dentist of more than two decades, an entrepreneur and national educator, this course bridges the gap between clinical insight and practical implementation. Attendees will learn how to identify undiagnosed sleep apnea, chronic orofacial pain, and inflammation-based conditions that silently affect millions—and how to address them using ethical, evidence-based, non-invasive solutions.
Beyond clinical protocols, the webinar provides a step-by-step roadmap for implementation, team alignment, medical billing considerations, and effective patient communication—empowering practices to improve outcomes, alleviate pain, and in many cases, save lives.
Attendees will be able to:
- identify undiagnosed sleep apnea and TMJ disorders through simple, repeatable screening protocols that can be implemented in any dental practice.
- understand the systemic health consequences of untreated sleep apnea and chronic orofacial pain, including cardiovascular disease, depression, metabolic disorders and reduced life expectancy.
- integrate noninvasive treatment solutions such as oral appliance therapy and low-level laser therapy to reduce pain, inflammation and patient dependence on medications or CPAP devices.
- implement low-level laser therapy protocols for TMJ disorder, post-operative pain, inflammation, and healing while improving patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- create a six-figure revenue pathway by adding sleep and pain services without increasing physical strain, operatory hours or burnout.
- train and align the dental team to confidently communicate the value of sleep and pain treatment, improving case acceptance and patient trust.
- leverage medical-dental integration opportunities, including collaboration with physicians and potential medical billing pathways, to expand the practice’s reach and impact.
- position the practice as a health-centered authority in the community, shifting from procedure-based dentistry to life-changing care.
Speaker Bio: Dental degree, University of South Carolina School of Dentistry; private practice, Thousand Oaks, CA.
CE credit for verified course attendance in the 2024 and 2025 webinars has been reported to CE Broker for Florida-licensed attendees. If you have questions about your CE from the Rooted in Dentistry Webinars, please contact Lisa O'Donnell at 850.350.7106 or lodonndell@floridadental.org.
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