Welcome to Spear's New Hygiene Webinar Series

A Helpful Hygiene Webinar Series Tailored for Hygienists

Hygienists play an important role in patient education.

Not only do they provide critical hygiene treatments, but they also set the stage for productive conversations between the patient and their doctor. Spear's Hygiene Webinar Series will help hygienists meet important CE requirements and grow in their role on the dental team. This webinar series is delivered live monthly through six curriculum-based courses.

Periodontal Classifications Overview and The Stable Periodontium

Tuesday, Apr. 25, 4:30 p.m. PST
Presented by: Katrina Sanders, RDH, BSDH, M.Ed, RF

Part one in this series is an overview of the prevalence of diseases of the periodontium, linking them back to the current implementation strategies dental hygienists have integrated in delivering complex care. Through a review of the historical survey of periodontal diagnostics, the 2017 American Academy of Periodontology Staging & Grading pieces are reviewed concluding with new clinical parameters in identifying various classified diseases within the spectrum of clinical health.

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Gingival Diseases

Tuesday, May 9, 4:30 p.m. PST
Presented by: Katrina Sanders, RDH, BSDH, M.Ed, RF

Part two reviews the complexity of various inflammatory diseases of the periodontium, including both biofilm-induced and non-biofilm- induced cases of gingivitis. Review the clinical markers in diagnosing gingival diseased cases, including contributory factors to the inflammatory disease process in both predisposing and systemic cases. Finally, this program will outline bacterial, viral, and fungal components contributing to reversible inflammatory disease.

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Clinical Assessments for Periodontal Disease

Tuesday, May 23, 4:30 p.m. PST
Presented by: Katrina Sanders, RDH, BSDH, M.Ed, RF

Part three critically examines the current models for clinical assessments in identifying periodontal diseases. Through an understanding of dental anatomy and periodontal architecture, we review radiologic and clinical assessments as they leverage current 2017 American Academy of Periodontology Staging & Grading identifiers in classifying diseases of the periodontium.

Staging and Grading for the Dental Hygienist

Tuesday, June 13, 4:30 p.m. PST
Presented by: Katrina Sanders, RDH, BSDH, M.Ed, RF

Part four discovers the current Staging & Grading model as outlined by the 2017 American Academy of Periodontology guidelines through a careful, clear, and concise approach. The program will conclude with an overview of updates as reflective of 2023 in the classification parameters and case-based scenarios to offer a more profound understanding of the current classification system.

The Surgical Checklist: RDH's Guide to Postoperative Patient Protocols

Thursday, July 27, 4:30 p.m. PST
Presented by: Irene Iancu, BSC, RRDH, CTDP, OM

Learn to understand postoperative protocols for patients, including what signs and symptoms suggest the success or failure of the procedure. Understanding these protocols also helps in developing a plan for patient follow-up care to ensure optimal healing. This lecture discusses: advanced periodontal procedures like bacterial testing, laser use, air polishing techniques, management of natural teeth, including fixed and removal prosthetics.

5 Things Every RDH Should Know About Myofunctional Therapy

Thursday, Aug. 10, 4:30 p.m. PST
Presented by: Irene Iancu, BSC, RRDH, CTDP, OM

The connection between breathing, eating, and sleep disorders makes myofunctional therapy a growing sought-after specialty in dentistry. Dental hygienists provide valuable time with patients who can give us a greater opportunity to assess the oral cavity, habits, and changes in the dentition. Learn why anterior open bite cases post orthodontic treatment relapse or why the oral cavity poses an increased risk for gingivitis and periodontal disease with mouth breathers.

Each webinar is 1 CE credit.