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At Glidewell, our mission is clear: to increase patient access to premium dental services through improved quality, convenience and cost-effectiveness. In alignment with this vision, we expanded our continuing education offerings in 2020 by launching a robust digital learning platform. Today, we’re proud to offer over 90 on-demand CE courses — designed to fit seamlessly into the busy schedules of dental professionals. As an Academy of General Dentistry PACE-approved provider, all our courses offer CE credit—and best of all, they’re completely free.
Our online CE courses are built with flexibility and quality in mind. Whether you're between patients or winding down after hours, you can access high-quality educational content anytime, anywhere. And now, we offer on-demand content on Glidewell TV, a new dental streaming network.
Glidewell has invested in cutting-edge video and photographic studio equipment to ensure that all courses include high-quality visuals. From restorative dentistry and implantology to popular topics like same-day dentistry, our curriculum is taught by leading experts in the field. Courses include case studies, instructional videos, and real-world applications to help you enhance your clinical skills and streamline your workflows.
If you learn better through a written format, we’ve got you covered. Our platform also includes CE-eligible articles from Chairside® and Integrate™ magazines, giving you even more ways to learn on your terms.
Explore Our Top 5 On-Demand Courses
Not sure where to start? We’ve created a list of our most popular and impactful courses to help you dive in:
1. Benefits of Clear Aligner Therapy with Ben Miraglia, DDS
This course offers an in-depth look into clear aligner orthodontic therapy, emphasizing both theoretical understanding and practical application. Participants will gain insights into the benefits of expansive versus retractive orthodontics, explore various arch forms and their relationship with malocclusion, and learn a systematic diagnostic protocol for identifying malocclusions. Additionally, the course will cover effective communication techniques for educating patients about clear aligner therapy and review clinical cases.
2. Complete Dentures Parts 1–4 with Drs. Taylor Manalili, DDS; Patricia Swanson, DDS, FACP; Sree Koka, DDS, Ph.D.; and Raymond Choi, DDS, M.S.
This four-part series on complete dentures is designed to help you achieve success in providing your edentulous patients with a functional and esthetic prosthesis. Part one and part two focus on the initial techniques required to give dentists confidence when setting up their denture cases. Part three and part four discuss delivery day and post-delivery maintenance.
3. Treatment Planning for Single-Unit Implant Placement with Taylor Manalili, DDS
Treatment planning for single-unit implant placement requires a comprehensive understanding of biological, esthetic, and functional principles. In this course, Dr. Taylor Manalili introduces a top-down treatment planning approach, integrating digital technology to optimize outcomes. Participants will explore the critical aspects of implant positioning, evaluate hard- and soft-tissue considerations, and learn how to apply evidence-based principles to ensure predictable results. This course is designed to enhance clinical decision-making and improve the quality of care for patients requiring single-unit implants.
4. Success with Local Anesthesia: Maxillary Arch Techniques with Kathy Bassett, BSDH, RDH, MEd, QOM
This course outlines three key topics related to dental anesthesia. First, it explores the anatomical features of the maxilla and pterygopalatine fossa that facilitate effective inferior alveolar anesthesia. Second, it compares and contrasts the infiltration and block techniques used in the maxilla, highlighting their respective advantages and limitations. Lastly, it identifies the critical landmarks and anatomical structures necessary for performing Anterior Middle Superior Alveolar (AMSA) and Maxillary V2 nerve blocks, providing a comprehensive guide for dental professionals.
5. Choosing The Right Nightguard for Your Patient with Jamison Spencer, DMD, M.S.
In this course, Dr. Spencer helps dentists differentiate between various nightguards and recognize when a nightguard might be indicated.
Make CE a Consistent Part of Your Routine
Setting a monthly CE goal is a great way to stay on track with your continuing education. For example, you might aim to complete one course every two weeks during lunch or block out an hour on a Friday morning for focused learning. Looking for a more interactive experience? Join the Glidewell Online Study Club — a live webinar series held Fridays at 9 a.m. Pacific. These free sessions offer excellent opportunities to explore a variety of topics and gain expert guidance from our Business Advisory Panel.
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