Clinic Essentials By Dante CE - 6CEU's Webinar
Credit Hours
6 CE Hours
Where
Online Via Zoom
Subject Code
148: Infection Control
490: Periodontics
340 Anesthesia and Pain Management
150 - Nutrition
Speakers
Ms. Jody Janczak RDH, M.S.Ed
Dr. Jamie Paiva-Sharma
DNP, APRN, AGACNP-BC
Dr. Silky Sharma
RDH, Ed.D
Ms. Kathleen Hock
RDH, M.Ed.
When
Saturday, October 4th, 2025
09:00AM - 03:30PM CST
Pricing
Dentist
$199
Hygienist
$99
ASST & AUX
$99
Speakers
Ms. Jody Janczak RDH, M.S.Ed
With 25 years of experience as a dental hygienist, Jody Janczak is a dedicated professional who brings extensive knowledge and passion to the field of dental hygiene and education.
Dr. Jamie Paiva-Sharma
DNP, APRN, AGACNP-BC
Dr. Jamie Paiva-Sharma has been a nursing adjunct faculty member at Elgin Community College since 2021. She earned her RN associate degree in 2013, and earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Ferris State University in 2015.
Dr. Silky Sharma RDH, Ed.D
Dr. Silky Sharma, RDH, Ed.D is an Associate Professor at Harper College, Palatine, Illinois, and has been a faculty member since 2010. She earned her master’s degree from the University of Illinois with a focus on Evidence-Based Decision Making.
Ms. Kathleen Hock RDH, M.Ed.
Kathi Hock is a dental hygiene and radiology educator with over 40 years of experience in teaching and training the next generation of dental professionals.
Proof, Not Assumptions: Essentials in Instrument Processing – 1.5 CE
Waterline Safety & Beyond
Course Description
In this session, the attendees will gain the latest evidence-based strategies for compliant instrument processing, safe dental unit waterlines, and essential OSHA & waste management protocols.
Course Objectives
- Implement and document safe, compliant instrument processing procedures.
- Develop and maintain an effective dental unit waterline (DUWL) program.
- Integrate essential OSHA, environmental, and waste compliance measures.
Pain Management – 1.5 CE
How to Deliver an Effective PSA and IAN
Course Description
This session will provide clinicians with information on improving accuracy, technique, and confidence in administering the PSA and IAN nerve blocks.
Course Objectives
- Locate anatomical landmarks essential for the PSA and IAN block.
- Utilizing videos, demonstrate step-by-step techniques to administer PSA and IAN nerve locks.
- Discuss common causes of nerve block failure and develop strategies to overcome them
Nutrition – 1.5 CE
Course Description
This session will provide information on the vital connection between diet and oral health. Review essential nutrients and gain practical insights to address nutrient deficiencies, promote healthier eating habits, and enhance patient care through nutrition education. Equip your dental team with the knowledge to support stronger teeth, healthier gums, and brighter smiles.
Course Objectives
- Recognize essential vitamins, minerals, and nutrients that contribute to maintaining oral health and preventing dental issues.
- Explain the impact of nutrient deficiencies on oral health, including teeth and gum health.
- Provide strategies to educate patients on incorporating oral health-friendly foods into their diets.
- Equip the dental team with tools and knowledge to collaboratively address the role of diet in oral health outcomes.
Implant Maintenance – 1.5 CE
Course Description
This session will help attendees gain clinical clarity on maintenance protocols and risk factor management for long-term implant success.
Course Objectives
- Differentiate between peri-implant health, mucositis, and peri-implantitis using current diagnostic criteria.
- Select appropriate instruments and techniques for implant debridement.
- Formulate maintenance intervals and recall strategies based on individual patient risk assessment.
Course Schedule
Infection Control: Ms. Kathleen Hock RDH, M.Ed
9:00 AM -10.30 AM CST , 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM MST , 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST , 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM PST
Implant Maintenance: Ms. Jody Janczak RDH, M.S.Ed
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM CST , 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM MST, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM EST, 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM PST
Nutrition: Dr. Jamie Paiva-Sharma DNP, APRN, AGACNP-BC
12:15 PM – 1:45 PM CST, 11:15 AM – 12:45 PM MST , 1:15 PM – 2:45 PM EST, 10:15 AM – 11:45 AM PST
Pain Management : Dr. Silky Sharma RDH, Ed.D
1:45 PM – 3:15 PM CST, 12:45 PM – 2:15 PM MST, 2:45 PM – 4:15 PM EST, 11:45 AM – 1:15 PM PST