Periodontics CEs

(2CEU, Issued July 2021, Course Expires July 31, 2024) This case report of two mini implants used to replace a single mandibular first molar illustrates possible reasons for failure when used in posterior applications. By Nabil E. Beaini, DDS, and Charles M. Cobb, DDS, MS, PhD

(2CEU, Issued June 2021, Course Expires June 30, 2024) A discussion of the synergistic effects of shared decision making when managing periodontally involved furcations. By Andrew Brodsky, DMD, MSD, and Paul A. Fugazzotto, DDS, PC

(2CEU, Issued April 2021, Course Expires April 30, 2024) Useful in various dental procedures, platelet rich fibrin promotes wound healing, guides epithelial cell migration, and can be used as an adjunct for bone and soft tissue regeneration. By Apoorv Goel, BDS, MS, MSD; Justin J. Villanueva, DMD, MSD, DHL; Chandni Batra, BDS, MDS; Binita Satpathy, BS; and Tyler Thompson, BS

(2CEU, Issued April 2021, Course Expires April 30, 2024) A discussion of using gingival crevicular fluid as a biomarker for assessing the risk and stages of periodontal disease, as well as other oral and systemic conditions. By Margarita Rivera, RDH, MSDH; Shelsy Apolinar; and Madeleine Smith

(2CEU, Issued March 2021, Course Expires March 31, 2024) Learning to identify and manage systemic conditions as part of a multidisciplinary team can improve outcomes in periodontal care. By Adam E. Saltz, DMD, MS, MPH

(2 CEUs, Issued January 2021 issue and expires 1/31/24.) Research suggest contraceptive use raises the risk of periodontitis. By Karla Lugo, RDH, BSDH; Isabella Trinh, RDH, BSDH; Giavonni Gonzales, RDH, BSDH; Faizan Kabani, PhD, MBA, MHA, RDH,FAADH; Lisa Mallonee, MPH, RDH, RD, LD; and Maureen Brown, RDH, MS-HIED

(2 CEUs, Issued January 2021 issue and expires 1/31/24.) This review of surgical crown lengthening includes discussions of presurgical planning, surgical technique and postprocedural healing. By Apoorv Goel, BDS, MS, MSD; David A. Mott, DMD, MS;Corinthia Wilkerson, MBS; and Alexandria T. Ellzey, MHS

(2 CEUs, Issued January 2021 issue and expires 1/31/24.) An investigation of patient self-care performance in periodontal case management. By Marisa Roncati, RDH, DDS, and Shavonne R. Healy, MSDH,RDH, ICP

(2 CEUs, Issued September 2020 issue and expires 9/30/23.) Learning to readily identify and treat potential soft tissue deficiencies can improve outcomes in dental implant treatment. By Adam E. Saltz, DMD, MS, MPH

(2 CEUs, Issued August 2020 issue and expires 8/31/23.) Informed clinicians can help tailor individualized, patientspecific recommendations for effective interdental cleaning. By Terri Tilliss, RDH, PhD

(2 CEUs, Issued June 2020 issue and expires 6/30/23.) These clinical strategies will help in the prevention and management of peri-implant mucositis and peri-implantitis. By Thomas G. Wilson Jr., DDS

(2 CEUs, Issued May 2020 issue and expires 5/31/23.) Genetic disorders can negatively impact oral health, and indications for periodontal care may be the first sign of an undiagnosed genetic disease. By Rebecca Maginot, MS; Vanchit John, BDS, MDS, DDS, MSD; Christopher Dvorak, MS, LCGC; and Daniel Shin, DDS, MSD

(2 CEUs, Issued April 2020 issue and expires 4/30/23.) Implementing a risk-based, patient-specific periodontal maintenance program will help support long-term implant success. By Trina L. Hutto, RDH, MS, and Leila H. Liberman, RDH, EdD

(2 CEUs, Issued February 2020 issue and expires 2/28/23.) Careful assessment of these factors will help dental teams establish appropriate, risk-based recare intervals for periodontal maintenance. By Courtney P. Rudick, RDH-EA, MA, CHES;