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SUMMARY:Dental Assistants Recognition Week
DESCRIPTION:Dental Assistants Recognition Week™ (also known as DARW) is held the first full week in March every year\, and was designated by the American Dental Assistants Association as the perfect time to acknowledge and recognize the versatile\, multi-talented member of your dental team. Dentists in the United States and Canada will celebrate by honoring their dental assistants for their various duties and helping them provide patients with quality dental care.
URL:https://adaausa.org/event/dental-assistants-recognition-week/
LOCATION:KY
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SUMMARY:Pacific Northwest Dental Conference
DESCRIPTION:PNDC unites thousands of dental professionals for three compelling days designed to elevate your practice\, energize your team\, and keep you at the forefront of dentistry. \nFrom cutting-edge dental CE lectures to hands-on workshops\, PNDC offers the opportunity to earn 20+ credits from an exceptional lineup of world-class speakers from the Pacific Northwest and across the United States. See our full dental CE schedule. Plus\, explore a dynamic three-day Exhibit Hall showcasing the latest dental technologies\, products and innovations.
URL:https://adaausa.org/event/pacific-northwest-dental-conference/
LOCATION:KY
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SUMMARY:Oregon Dental Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join thousands of dental professionals at ODC 2026\, April 9-11 in Portland\, for 3 days of CE\, a 2-day dental exhibit hall\, special events\, and more!
URL:https://adaausa.org/event/oregon-dental-conference/
LOCATION:The Oregon Convention Center (OCC)\, 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr.\, Blvd\, Portland\, OR\, 97232\, United States
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SUMMARY:ADAA Webinar: The Why Behind Infection Control: A Practical Guide for Dental Assistants
DESCRIPTION:Date: May 21\, 2026\nTime: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET\nContinuing Education: 1 CE\nPricing: Free for members | $25 for nonmembers \n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\nThis webinar equips dental assistants with the foundational knowledge and practical tools to implement and maintain a compliant infection control program. Moving beyond checklists\, participants will explore the reasoning behind key protocols\, from sterilization and waterline management to documentation and regulatory alignment\, empowering them to protect patients and elevate the standard of care in their practice. AGD Code: 148\n\n\nLearning Objectives\n\nAt the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to… \n\nExplain the rationale behind key infection control protocols\, including sterilization\, waterline management\, and PPE use\, beyond rote compliance.\nDescribe the components of a comprehensive infection control program aligned with CDC\, OSHA\, and Joint Commission standards.\nDiscuss strategies for building a culture of infection control within a dental team\, including staff training and documentation practices.\nIdentify common infection control deficiencies found in dental settings and describe corrective actions to address them.\nApply lessons from a real-world FQHC quality improvement model to their own dental practice setting.\n\n\n\nReferences\n\nCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Health-Care Settings (2003)\nCDC. Summary of Infection Prevention Practices in Dental Settings: Basic Expectations for Safe Care (2016)\nOccupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030)\nThe Joint Commission. Comprehensive Accreditation Manual for Ambulatory Care (CAMAC)\nAmerican Dental Association (ADA). Dental Waterline Compliance Resources\nDental Assisting National Board (DANB). Certification in Dental Infection Prevention and Control (CDIPC) Competency Framework\n\n\n\nSpeaker\nMonica Padilla\, CDIPC\nHealthcare & Dental Operations Manager | Infection Control Specialist \nMonica Padilla is a Certified in Dental Infection Prevention and Control (CDIPC) professional and healthcare operations leader with over 15 years of dental experience including Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) settings. She built a comprehensive dental infection control program from the ground up\, achieving zero deficiencies in the 2022 Joint Commission survey and near-perfect results in 2025\, with the surveyor stating\, “You aced it.” Monica is an AHEC-Certified Spanish Medical Interpreter\, bringing a rare bilingual advantage to infection control education and patient care. She is a presenter at the 2026 Association for Dental Safety (ADS) Annual Conference and an ADAA Textbook Reviewer. Her work focuses on empowering dental teams to understand not just the how — but the why — behind infection control. \n  \nCredentials & Highlights  \n\n Certified in Dental Infection Prevention & Control (CDIPC) — DANB\, 2025\n AHEC-Certified Medical Interpreter — Spanish/English\n Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration — Charter Oak State College\n ADS 2026 Presenter — Annual Conference\, Salt Lake City\, UT\n ADAA Textbook Reviewer — Infection Control (x2)\n 15+years’ experience in dental and FQHC operations\nJoint Commission experience\n\n\n\nAccreditation\n\n\nUpon attendance and completion of a webinar evaluation\, you will be sent a CE certificate within 2 weeks of the event. This webinar will be recorded and available on-demand on our e-Learning Center (CE available) within 2 weeks as well. \n  \n\nAmerican Dental Assistants Association (ADAA)\nNationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.\nApproval does not imply acceptance by\nany regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.\n6/1/2025 to 5/31/2028.\nProvider ID# 217389
URL:https://adaausa.org/event/adaa-webinar-the-why-behind-infection-control-a-practical-guide-for-dental-assistants/
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SUMMARY:ADAA Webinar (Presented in Spanish) El porqué detrás del Control de Infección: Una Guía Práctica para Asistentes Dentales
DESCRIPTION:Please Note: This webinar is features the SAME content and presented by the SAME presenter as the Webinar 071: The Why Behind Infection Control: A Practical Guide for Dental Assistants” originally presented on May 21\, 2026. This webinar will present the material in Spanish. As these are the same events\, presented in different languages\, you should only request/collect CE one time for this webinar. However\, you are welcome to attend this event\, even if you previously attended this webinar presented in English.  \nEl porqué detrás del Control de Infección: Una Guía Práctica para Asistentes Dentales \nFecha: 26 de agosto de 2026 \nTiempo: 7pm ET – 8pm ET \nCE: 1 CDE – Código AGD #148  \nPrecios: Gratis para miembros\, $25 para no miembros \nImpartido a través de Zoom\n\nInscríbase aquí – https://members.adaausa.org/events/event-details/?id=9d9cbef2-e664-f111-9b48-7c1e52a0ebef \n\n\nEste seminario web proveerá a los asistentes dentales los conocimientos básicos y herramientas prácticas para implementar y mantener un programa de control de infección conforme a la regulaciones. Más allá de las listas de chequeo\, los participantes explorarán el razonamiento detrás de protocolos clave\, desde la esterilización y mantenimiento de las líneas de agua hasta la documentación y la alineación regulatoria\, lo que les permitirá proteger a los pacientes y elevar el nivel de atención en su centro dental.  \nAl final de este seminario web\, los participantes podrán…  \n\nExplicar la lógica detrás de los principales protocolos de control de infección\, incluyendo la esterilización\, mantenimiento de las líneas de agua y el uso de equipo de protección personal(EPP)\, más allá del cumplimiento mecánico. \n\n\nDescribir los componentes de un programa integral de control de infección alineado con los estándares de los CDC\, OSHA y Joint Commission. \n\n\nDiscutir estrategias para construir una cultura de control de infección dentro del equipo dental\, incluyendo la formación del personal y las prácticas de documentación. \n\n\nIdentificar deficiencias comunes en el control de infección que se encuentran en entornos dentales y describir las acciones correctivas para abordarlas. \n\n\nAplicar las lecciones de un modelo real de mejora de calidad de un FQHC en su propio entorno de trabajo. \n\nReferencias  \n\nCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Health-Care Settings\, 2003. \n\n\nCDC. Summary of Infection Prevention Practices in Dental Settings: Basic Expectations for Safe Care\, 2016. \n\n\nOccupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030). \n\n\nThe Joint Commission. Comprehensive Accreditation Manual for Ambulatory Care (CAMAC). \n\n\nAmerican Dental Association (ADA). Dental Waterline Compliance resources. \n\nBiografía del presentador: \nMonica Padilla\, CDIPC\, Gerente de de Salud Dental | Especialista en Control de Infección  \n \nMonica Padilla es una profesional certificada en Prevención y Control de Infecciones Dentales (CDIPC) y líder en operaciones sanitarias\, con más de 15 años de experiencia en prácticas dentales privadas y FQHC (Centros de salud Federalmente calificados). Construyó un programa integral de control de infección dental desde cero\, logrando cero deficiencias en la inspeccion de Joint Commission de 2022 y resultados casi perfectos en 2025\, con el inspector diciendo: “Lo has superado.” Mónica es intérprete médica en español certificada por la AHEC\, lo que aporta una ventaja bilingüe a la educación y atención al paciente en control de infecciones. Mónica presento un poster de su trabajo en la Conferencia Anual 2026 de la Association for Dental Safety (ADS)\, Tambien es reseñador de libros de texto de la ADAA. Su trabajo se centra en empoderar a los equipos dentales para que comprendan no solo el cómo\, sino el porqué detrás del control de infección.  \nCredenciales y Aspectos Destacados  \n\nCertificadoen Prevención y Control de Infecciones Dentales (CDIPC) — DANB\, 2025 \nIntérpretemédico certificado por AHEC — español/inglés \nLicenciaturaen Administración Sanitaria — Charter Oak State College \n Ponente ADS 2026 —ConferenciaAnual\, Salt Lake City\, UT \n Revisor demanualesde la ADAA — Control de Infecciones (x2) \n 15+añosde experiencia en operaciones dentales y de FQHC \nExperienciaen Joint Commission \n\n\nAl asistir y completar la evaluación del seminario web\, recibirá un certificado de educación continua (CE) dentro de las 2 semanas posteriores al evento. Este seminario web será grabado y estará disponible bajo demanda en nuestro Centro de e-Learning (con CE disponible) dentro de aproximadamente 2 semanas.\n \nAmerican Dental Assistants Association (ADAA)\nNationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.\nApproval does not imply acceptance by\nany regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.\n6/1/2025 to 5/31/2028. Provider ID# 217389
URL:https://adaausa.org/event/adaa-webinar-presented-in-spanish-el-porque-detras-del-control-de-infeccion-una-guia-practica-para-asistentes-dentales/
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SUMMARY:ADAA Webinar: Are We Really Working as a Team? Skills for Promoting a Positive Environment
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Dr. Carolyn Breen\, CDA\, RDA\, RDH \nDate: Wednesday\, September 23\, 2026\nTime: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM ET\nContinuing Education: 1.5 CE\nPricing: Free for members | $25 for nonmembers \nAGD Subject Code: 550 \nLocation: Virtual – Zoom \nRegister Here \nJoin us for an insightful virtual webinar designed to enhance your professional skills and foster a positive\, collaborative work environment. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of professionalism\, ethical standards\, and essential workplace competencies. Participants will gain practical tools to improve communication\, goal setting\, teamwork\, stress management\, and adaptability in the face of change. \nBy the end of this webinar\, attendees will be able to: \n\nExplain the fundamental elements that define a profession.\nCompare various professional models commonly applied in the workplace.\nDefine ethics and synthesize key ethical guidelines and standards.\nIdentify critical workplace skills that drive professional success.\nDescribe standard methods for evaluating professional performance.\nApply goal-setting principles effectively within a professional context.\nRecognize characteristics of supportive and effective coworkers.\nDemonstrate communication strategies that enhance workplace collaboration.\nImplement techniques to manage and reduce stress.\nExplain strategies to successfully navigate and manage change.\nIdentify core negotiation skills applicable in professional settings.\nDescribe factors that contribute to cultivating a positive work environment.\nApply time management strategies to boost productivity.\nIdentify attributes of successful and cohesive teams.\n\nSpeaker Bio: Dr. Carolyn Breen\, CDA\, RDA\, RDH \n\nDr. Carolyn Breen\, CDA\, RDA\, RDH\, is Professor Emerita at Rutgers University with extensive experience in dental education and program administration. She holds credentials in dental assisting and dental hygiene\, along with advanced degrees including a Bachelor of Science in Allied Health\, a Master of Education from Rutgers University\, and a Doctor of Education from Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Breen previously served as Department Chair of Allied Dental Education and Director of Dental Assisting and Hygiene Programs at Rutgers\, where she oversaw faculty and staff\, managed a large clinical and laboratory facility\, and led curriculum development\, accreditation\, and program operations. \nA respected leader in the dental profession\, Dr. Breen has held numerous national and state leadership roles\, including President of the American Dental Assistants Association and the New Jersey Dental Assistants Association. She has contributed extensively to accreditation\, workforce development\, and curriculum design through organizations such as ADEA\, DANB\, and CODA. Currently\, she serves on multiple advisory boards\, provides educational consulting\, and leads CB Education Consulting\, LLC\, while continuing to support the advancement of allied dental education nationwide. \n\n\nAccreditation\n\n\nUpon attendance and completion of a webinar evaluation\, you will be sent a CE certificate within 2 weeks of the event. This webinar will be recorded and available on-demand on our e-Learning Center (CE available) within 2 weeks as well. \n  \n\nAmerican Dental Assistants Association (ADAA)\nNationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.\nApproval does not imply acceptance by\nany regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.\n6/1/2025 to 5/31/2028.\nProvider ID# 217389
URL:https://adaausa.org/event/adaa-webinar-are-we-really-working-as-a-team-skills-for-promoting-a-positive-environment/
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SUMMARY:ADAA Webinar: Best Practices for Intraoral Scanning in Modern Dental Assistants
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Chelsea Homire\, DA. Digital Dental Assistant Academy Co-Founder \nDate: Wednesday\, November 11\, 2026\nTime: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET\nContinuing Education: 1 CE\nPricing: Free for members | $25 for nonmembers\nLocation: Virtual – Zoom \nRegister here – https://members.adaausa.org/events/event-details/?id=4207b08c-a665-f111-9b48-7c1e52a0ebef \nIntraoral scanning has become an essential component of modern dental workflows. This webinar explores the principles\, techniques\, and clinical applications of digital impression technology using leading scanning systems. Participants will learn practical scanning strategies\, tips and tricks\, common troubleshooting techniques\, and methods for improving efficiency\, accuracy\, patient communication\, and treatment outcomes. \nBy the end of this webinar\, attendees will be able to:\n\nDescribe the basic principles and benefits of intraoral scanning compared to conventional impression techniques.\nDemonstrate best practices for capturing accurate digital scans across a variety of clinical indications including quadrant\, full arch\, and removable prosthetics scanning.\nIdentify common scanning challenges and implement troubleshooting techniques.\n\n \nChelsea Homaire\, DA is a digital dentistry advocate\, educator\, and self-proclaimed dental assistant disruptor on a mission to redefine what is possible for dental assistants in modern dentistry. Through education\, mentorship\, and innovation\, she is passionate about empowering dental assistants to expand their skills\, embrace digital workflows\, and become leaders within their practices. As the founder of the Digital Dental Assistant Academy\, Chelsea is dedicated to elevating the profession by helping assistants confidently transition into the world of digital dentistry\, 3D printing\, CAD/CAM technologies\, and advanced clinical workflows. Her goal is to inspire the next generation of Digital Dental Assistants to grow beyond traditional roles and recognize their potential as essential contributors to the future of dentistry. Read more – Chelsea’s resume and CV\n\n\nUpon attendance and completion of a webinar evaluation\, you will be sent a CE certificate within 2 weeks of the event. This webinar will be recorded and available on-demand on our e-Learning Center (CE available) within 2 weeks as well. \n\n \nAmerican Dental Assistants Association (ADAA)\nNationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.\nApproval does not imply acceptance by\nany regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.\n6/1/2025 to 5/31/2028. Provider ID# 217389
URL:https://adaausa.org/event/adaa-webinar-best-practices-for-intraoral-scanning-in-modern-dental-assistants/
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