Online Dental Education Courses
Protecting Your License Against Common State Board of Dentistry Matters
no charge (a $45 savings) 1.25 C.E. credit
According to the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB), since 2010, there have been more reported adverse actions against dentists annually in the U.S. as compared to medical malpractice reported payments. The presentation will highlight common dental license complaints seen in the Dentist’s Advantage/CNA program made to the State Board of Dentistry. This session will focus on the disciplinary process, the role of dental boards and the duties, and responsibilities and rights of dentists in the process.
Treating Minors in Dental Practice Course
no charge (a $45 savings) 1.25 C.E. credit
Most healthcare professionals are well-versed when it comes to the requirements for consent, privacy, and confidentiality for adult patients. However, minor patients, including infants, children, and adolescents, have special considerations that dental professionals must keep in mind. This program will discuss some professional liability and ethical concerns specific to caring for minor populations, and will propose general risk management recommendations to help dental practitioners navigate these concerns.
Malpractice 101 and Managing Adverse Events Course
no charge (a $45 savings) 1.25 C.E. credit
What do dentists need to know about medical malpractice? This program will discuss top allegations made against dentists in malpractice lawsuits as well as patient injuries and outcomes. Using this information, dentists can examine their own practices in relation to the claims and losses experienced by their peers. Selected claims asserted against dentists will be discussed, along with professional liability insurance basics and risk management tools.
Access the courses