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Coronal Polishing for the Dental Assistant

Combination Webinar Lecture and Hands-On Clinic Session

October 4, 2022 - October 15, 2022

Master Coronal Polishing!

This program will provide a total of 8 hours of instruction and application of coronal polishing.

The lecture will be provided in:

  • (TWO) 2 1/2 hours of Interactive webinars, plus....
  • 3 hours of hands-on or clinical information will be provided in our clinic on patient simulators.
  • (This is intended to provide this educational program in a safe environment without patient participation.)

    “Coronal polishing” pertains to the removal of plaque and extrinsic stain from exposed natural and restored tooth surfaces using an appropriate rotary instrument with rubber cup or brush and polishing agent.

    With this course you will get a two-series webinar full of the most up-to-date information regarding coronal polishing, and how to improve your contribution to your dental practice. In addition to that, you will have the opportunity to review, apply your skills, and master appropriate techniques prior to returning to your practice."

    COURSE SCHEDULE to be delivered in the following format:

  • Webinar SESSION 1: Tuesday, October 4, 2022 at 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Webinar SESSION 2: Thursday, October 6, 2022 at 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • HANDS-ON SESSION: Saturday, October 15, 2022 at 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • at UT Health School of Dentistry, 8210 Floyd Curl Dr. San Antonio, TX 78229


    Objectives

    Course of instruction will include:

  • Dental Anatomy and Head and Neck anatomy (as it relates to this topic)
  • Medical emergencies in the dental office
  • Case selection for coronal polishing
  • Ergonomics, patient positioning, “best practices”
  • Infection control procedures
  • Technique and proper use of dental equipment
  • Legal aspects of Coronal Polishing


  • The instructional lectures will be provided on 2 evenings and will allow questions and answers to the various topics. The hands-on portion of the course will allow the participant the opportunity to learn and develop appropriate techniques in coronal polishing. We will also discuss and various pieces of dental equipment, dental instruments and dental materials.

    The webinar will be provided on a platform that can be viewed on either a desktop or laptop computer as well as a tablet.

    This will be a live and interactive webinar - Q&A and chat will be available.


    Presenter(s)

    • Carol A. Nguyen, RDH, MS
      • CAROL A. NGUYEN, RDH, MS, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Periodontics, Dental Hygiene Division at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. She obtained her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science from UT Health Science Center at San Antonio. Currently, she teaches both undergraduate and graduate levels. Her academic career has focused on special patient care populations, health literacy and interdisciplinary education. In the service area she is a board member for Reaching Maximum Independence and has led many community service events. At the national level she serves as President elect for Sigma Phi Alpha and is a member of ASTDD, School and Adolescent Oral Health Committee. Ms. Nguyen brings 24 years of clinical experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist in periodontal and pediatric settings. You may contact this author at nguyenc@uthscsa.edu
    • Melanie V Taverna, MSDH, RDH
      • Assistant Professor/Clinical Faculty
        Director of Online Dental Hygiene Graduate Programs/Asst
        Director of South Texas Oral Health Network
        Co-Director South Texas Oral Health Network (SToHN)
        You may contact this author at taverna@uthscsa.edu
    Disclosure

    It is the policy of the UT Health San Antonio Office of Continuing Dental Education to ensure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all of its sponsored educational activities. All participating speakers, course directors, and planning committee members are required to disclose to the program audience any financial relationships related to the subject matter of this program. Relationships of spouse/partner with proprietary entities producing health care goods or services should be disclosed if they are of a nature that may influence the objectivity of the individual in a position to control the content of the CDE activity. Disclosure information is reviewed in advance in order to manage and resolve any possible conflicts of interest. Specific disclosure information for each speaker, course director, and planning committee member will be shared with the audience prior to the speaker’s presentation.

    Continuing Dental Education Staff members have nothing to disclose.


    Time

    Check-in: 30 minutes before course starts
    Program time: Check COURSE SCHEDULE above


    Location

    Webinar and In-Person
    UT Health School of Dentistry
    8210 Floyd Curl Dr San Antonio, TX 78229


    Tuition

      (Tuition includes lab, clinical, handouts, and study material)


      Credit

      Hours: 8

      EMAIL NOTIFICATION

      On the week of the course, you will receive an email with a weblink to this virtual webinar. This same email will also provide a link to the course handout. Download this PDF document to your device. Remember to look for this email notice on the email address you provided us when creating your UT Health San Antonio CDE account. Check your email account’s Inbox and Junk/Spam folders.

      IMPORTANT MESSAGE

      Many attendees who take our Coronal Polishing course regret not signing up for Pit and Fissure Sealants. Expand your knowledge and learn these two techniques in only TWO WEEKS. Plus, you will obtain TWO CE Certificates on Saturday, October 15th.

      Click here to learn more about The Application of Pit & Fissure Sealants for Dental Assistants.

      Registration closed

      Class is full

      • For help or questions about this program, you can contact us at:
      • Phone: (210) 567-3177
        Email: smile@uthscsa.edu

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