UPCOMING
CE COURSES
Continuing Education
for 2010
Course: Implant Care and the Role of the Hygienist
Attendees will obtain
background knowledge and clinical examples of implant care and maintenance as well as hygiene instruction for patients with
implants. Compared to individuals with natural teeth, a varied approach must be taken because of the difference in soft tissue
attachment, the biophysical nature of the titanium implants and the psychology of the patient population needing implant therapy.
Both clinical and home care oral hygiene products will be discussed and evaluated as well as techniques to accomplish these
tasks. With an aging population and implant treatment becoming more routine, long-term success can be achieved with appropriate
understanding, motivation, teaching and compliance for both dental practitioners and patients.
Speaker: Dr Natasha Yashar-Golian Periodontist:
Graduated from the University of Southern California, School of Dentistry, where she was honored with several awards for academic
excellence. Following her dental training, she completed a three year post-graduate residency program in periodontics at the
University of Illinois, where she served as Chief Resident. She is trained and licensed to deliver intravenous (IV) sedation
for patient comfort. Dr. Yashar is a diplomat of the American Board of Periodontology. During her training, Dr. Yashar obtained
a Master of Science (MS) degree in oral sciences from the University of Illinois where she conducted research in implant dentistry.
Dr. Yashar is actively involved in numerous professional organizations, including the American Academy of Periodontology,
the Academy of Osseointegration, the American Dental Association and the Los Angeles Dental Society. Dr. Yashar is currently
a clinical assistant professor of Periodontics at USC, School of Dentistry.
Date: July 22nd, Registration: 6:15
Course 6:30-8:30, 2 units
Location:
Simi Valley Free Dental Clinic, 1725 Deodora St, Simi Valley, California.
Cost: $29 Member and auxiliaries by July 15th,
$39 non-member and DDS After July 15th, $59 at the door or after July 15th
Need some more
units? As a member of VCDHA you can join us for our FREE study club at our yearly planning meeting August 14th!
Course: Products and Technology: Old, New, Tried and True
Stagnant
is not a term used to describe quality health care delivery. New products, techniques and research appear almost daily. This
course focuses on new products and their value to your dental hygiene practice. No two health care providers and exactly the
same, and the products you choose are unique. This course will enable you to choose wisely. This course will give the attendee
information on the levels of research and how to extract pertinent information from studies, where to find unbiased research
on products, ingredients and technologies, which new products and technologies fit best with their practice philosophy and
style. The hands on section of this course will allow you to experience several new screening tools and develop list of contacts
for further information or demonstrations of products and/or technologies of interest
Speaker: Lory Laughter RDH BS Lory Laughter has been
a practicing dental hygienist since her graduation from Idaho State University in 1994. Today she has a variety of career
roles including private practice, speaking, writing and event planning. Lory is a Hygiene Specialist for OraPharma -- the
makers of Arestin. She holds a consulting position with Nuvora Inc. and participates in Hygiene Department consulting with
Kathleen Johnson consulting. Her monthly column in RDH Magazine “From the Edge” delves into the dark corners of
the profession and brings them to light. Her drive to bring every dental hygienist into the 21st century makes Lory’s
passionate column a must read for dental professionals. Lory is a Thought Leader for Hu-Friedy and Key Opinion Leader with
GC America. She is a member of ADHA and a vocal advocate for the association. Her humorous side was honed
by raising nine children and still maintaining some degree of sanity (and most all of her hair). Her spare time is devoted
to volunteering in her community, providing a warm home to abandoned pets, and preparing for empty nest syndrome.
Date: August 17th from
Registration 6:15 Course 6:30-8:30 2 units
Location: Dux Dental on the corner Arcturus and Hueneme
Road 600 East Hueneme Road, Oxnard, California, if you are lost: 805-905-0200 Pizza and drinks provided by Dux Dental
Cost: $29 Member
and auxiliaries by August 10th, $39 non-member and DDS by August 10th, $59 at the
door or after August 10th
Course: Medical Histories and Medical Emergencies:
The Role of Dental Team Members Hands-on Course for the Entire Dental Team
The
entire dental team can be a vital asset in confronting a medical crisis. Knowledge is essential when the unexpected occurs.
The dental team will always benefit from calm, informed reactions when facing an emergency. The population is
aging in America and with this comes a more medically compromised patient into the dental office. This course provides an
overview of how these patients need to be evaluated prior to clinical care. Prevention and the treatment
of emergencies will be covered thoroughly. Both dentist and staff will benefit from this knowledge. This
program will be interactive and include active participation. Attendees are encouraged to bring
their own emergency kits.
Speaker:
Cindy Kleiman RDH, BS has spent her entire career working with the medically complex patient. She
began her career at a rehabilitation hospital in Philadelphia, instilling in her a lifetime commitment to the special needs
patient. When she moved to Phoenix, she founded the dental department at a local rehabilitation institute.
Cindy became faculty at Phoenix College in 1987, teaching the treatment of medically complex patients.
Cindy taught “Medical Histories and Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office” at the college for ten years
and is a certified CPR instructor. Currently she provides clinical care at a Phoenix nursing facility and
also consults with hospital ICU nurses throughout the country on control of oral infection, which may lead to a deadly condition
called ventilator associated pneumonia. Cindy has published numerous articles in both dental and nursing
journals. She has been profiled in six national journals, including the January 2010 issue of RDH, the
April 2009 issue of Access and the June 2007 issue of Hygienetown, and has received four awards for providing unique care.
Cindy lectures internationally, including the International Federation of Dental Hygienists’ meeting, Yankee Dental,
RDH Under One Roof, and multiple lectures throughout Japan. She will be presenting this July in London.
Date: November
13th, Registration 7:30AM- Course 8:00-12:00 PM, 4 units
Location: Ventura County Star Community Room, 550 Camarillo
Center Dr., Camarillo- right behind the Camarillo Outlets
Cost: $49 Members and auxiliaries by November 6th $69 DDS and nonmembers by November
6th, $89 at the door or after November 6th
A SPECIAL THANKS to GlaxoSmithKline's, PHILIPS -SONICARE, GC AMERICA, Savalife and Onpharama for sponsoring
these courses. A special thanks to all the VCDHA volunteers that give of their time to bring quality courses to our to our
community!
To Register for a course go to events, scroll over continuing
education, choose CE Registration. There you can register online using paypal or you can print out a form and mail in your check.
Need help with registration? Email: VCDHA805@aol.com
Download and print handouts for the courses too!
