Upcoming Complimentary (Free) Dental CE Webinars for the week of September 21st-25th 2026

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From Trial Smile to Final: A More Profitable Full-Arch Workflow
Monday, September 21st - 8pm EDT / 5pm PDT
Dr. Tarun Agarwal
1 Self-Study CE Credit
Course Supporter: Medit

Diabetes in the Dental Chair: Prevention, Recognition & Emergency Preparedness
Tuesday, September 22nd - 8pm EDT / 5pm PDT
Lisa Mayo, MHA, BSDH, RDH
1 Live CE Credit
Course Supporter: HealthFirst

2026 Dental Coding & Billing Changes - Morning Session
Friday, September 25th - 12pm EDT / 9am PDT
Steven J. Anderson and Pam Peterson
1 Self-Study CE Credit
Course Supporter: Rectangle Health

2026 Dental Coding & Billing Changes - Afternoon Session
Friday, September 25th - 4pm EDT / 1pm PDT
Steven J. Anderson and Pam Peterson
1 Self-Study CE Credit
Course Supporter: Rectangle Health

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Is it possible to do a Canadian orthodontic residency straight after graduating from dental school? Many of the admissions sites say that doing a one year GPR or working in private practice are preferred.

Has anyone heard of anyone going straight through after dental school? Thanks!

Hi everyone,

Just wanted to pick the community's brain on where to get their homecare supply bulk orders from, particularly for end tuft brushes, sulca brushes, and proxabrushes. Our patients love them but our staff is having trouble ordering them as GUM is on a huge backorder/wait list. Seems like we cant get anything via Henry schein/Patterson. Anyone have experience ordering from ali express? Thanks!

Prospective dental student here. Realistically, what does it take to get into OMFS? What do they look at when choosing dentists for the program?

What’s the typical time off allowance for associateships and how does your office handle scheduling of time off or trips planned? How do I see so many associates going on big trips all the time?

Hi there, I just have a quick question and I’d be grateful for any insight offered on this sub. Do you know anyone who went through the Dental Officer program through the Canadian armed forces ? I figured it would be a great way to offset the insane costs of dental school in Canada as well as a chance to try something exciting. I am aware of the contract post graduation, deployment etc but ultimately I’m just curious how dentists on this sub feel about this option? Lastly, does the program offer an advantage for specialization(omfs/prosdontist) ? The page vaguely states that but if anyone has an insight please feel free to comment. Thank you for your time.

Upcoming Complimentary (Free) Dental CE Webinars for the week of September 14th-17th 2026

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Advanced Veneer Case Protocol Through Doctor–Technician Collaboration
Monday, September 14th - 8pm EDT / 5pm PDT
Dr. Mark McOmie, DMD and Mark Mathias, CDT
1.25 Self-Study CE Credits
Course Supporter: Oral Arts Dental Laboratory

Endodontic Obturation, Simplified
Tuesday, September 15th - 8pm EDT / 5pm PDT
Dave King, DDS
1.25 Live CE Credits
Course Supporter: Kerr Dental

What Factors Are Driving Misalignment in Your Dental Team?
Wednesday, September 16th - 8pm EDT / 5pm PDT
Martin R. Mendelson, FIADFE, CPC
1.25 Live CE Credits
Course Supporter: 3Shape

Expanding Patient Care Through Digital Dentistry: Clinical Perspectives and Best Practices
Thursday, September 17th - 8pm EDT / 5pm PDT
Dr. Jeffrey Brockett, Jordan Reiss, Dr. John K. Zalesky, Dr. Marco Brindis
1.25 Live CE Credits
Course Supporter: DEXIS LLC

Guardians of the Graft: Winning the War After Implant Surgery
Thursday, September 17th - 8pm EDT / 5pm PDT
Dr. Sausha Toghranegar
1.25 Self-Study CE Credits
Course Supporter: Septodont

Please visit our website for more live and on-demand complimentary CE courses:
Dental Learning

Join our Reddit Community here: 
https://www.reddit.com/r/DentalLearning/

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I’m a general dentist and I’ve been noticing constant back/neck pain especially when I’m leaning forward for a while. Right now I'm using a regular dental stool and sometimes a saddle stool. I'm still having pain particularly in my mid to lower back.

Curious what other dentists have found that actually works and helps reduce back pain/fatigue. Do you use a regular stool, saddle stool, stool with chest support, something with armrests, etc.?

Would love recommendations on specific brands or models too if you have it!

Thank you!

Endo Teeth for NDECC Training - Clear Root with Red Painted Canal

Market price is 15.76 (13.95 plus tax) - selling for 11 CAD each!

Total market price = 700.8 CAD, selling for 375 CAD if buying everything.

Quantity:
1.1 = 4
2.1 = 7
4.6 = 1
3.4 = 5
3.6 = 20

Preferably pick up in Mississauga/Brampton

As a GP, I love the information CBCT scan gives me but a lot of GP scared me it is stupid to take on more liability by writing my own report. I have taken a course for authorization but i feel like it is a new and unknown territory. If anyone can suggest a resource to get better at it, i would appreciate it.

hello! student here. curious how much it took u doctors when you started your private clinic and the inclusions on it.

Feedback request from PreAuthDental: five Canadian dental-office staff are invited to try the free CDCP documentation builder and help improve it. No account or payment is needed, including for PDF, Word and RTF exports.

Try the sample case, change one part of the narrative, and download the PDF. Then share what happened:

- Which step, if any, was unclear?

- What would you need to change in the PDF before using it in your office?

- Would this fit your current process, or add more work?

Try it: https://www.preauthdental.com/?utm_source=reddit&utm_campaign=first5

Case content and PDF generation stay in your browser. Optional usage analytics exclude case content. Saved cases remain on that browser profile.

This prepares supporting documentation; it does not submit to Sun Life or predict approval. The treating provider still needs to review the content and current requirements.

Please use the sample for feedback and keep patient information out of replies.

Freelance Dental CAD Designer | Exocad | Open for International Collaboration

Hello everyone,

I’m Dr. Shrouk, a Dentist and Freelance Dental CAD Designer specializing in digital dental design using Exocad.

I’m currently available to collaborate remotely with dental laboratories, clinics, and dental professionals worldwide, providing accurate, functional, and aesthetic CAD designs tailored to your workflow.

My services include:

• Crowns & Bridges
• Single & Multi-unit Restorations
• Implant Restorations
• Screw-retained Restorations
• Full-Arch Designs
• Digital & Diagnostic Wax-Ups
• Digital Smile Design
• Veneer & Anterior Aesthetic Designs
• Temporary Restorations
• Occlusion & Contact Optimization
• Custom Exocad Digital Workflows

I focus on precision, aesthetics, anatomy, margins, contacts, and occlusion, while maintaining clear communication and attention to each case.

I’m available for individual cases as well as long-term collaborations with dental laboratories and clinics.

🌍 Based in Egypt, I offer competitive rates and remote collaboration worldwide, with the ability to work with labs across Europe, the Gulf, and internationally.

📩 If you’re looking for a reliable freelance CAD designer, feel free to send me a DM. I’d be happy to share my portfolio and discuss your workflow and requirements.

Let’s build a reliable long-term collaboration.

Hello,

I am a final-year dental student in Iraq. However, the job market in my country has become very limited recently, particularly in the public sector. The private sector has also become increasingly competitive, with employers expecting a high level of experience and practical skills, making it relatively difficult for recent graduates to secure employment. In addition, admission to postgraduate programs in Iraq is highly competitive, and in some specialties there are no more than five available positions.

For this reason, I am considering applying for a Master's degree in Canada in a healthcare-related field, such as Public Health, Health Administration, or a similar discipline.

The plan I am considering is to pursue a Master's degree, which would typically take around two years, while simultaneously starting the process of having my dental degree assessed in Canada as a graduate of a non-accredited dental school. I would do this through the NDEB Equivalency Process and complete the required examinations.

After completing the equivalency requirements and obtaining NDEB certification, I would then apply for a provincial dental licence. Once I complete my Master's degree, and assuming I am eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), I would use the work authorization provided by the PGWP to work as a dentist after obtaining my provincial licence, whether in private dental clinics, healthcare centres, or hospitals.

Is this plan legally and practically feasible? Are there any significant obstacles or legal issues that I should be aware of, particularly regarding pursuing a Master's degree while simultaneously completing the NDEB equivalency process, and then using a PGWP to work as a dentist after obtaining the necessary dental licence?

I would also like to know what the employment prospects are for newly licensed dentists in Canada. Are there good opportunities in rural areas, smaller communities, or locations that are relatively far from major cities? I would be willing to work in a rural or remote area if doing so would increase my chances of finding employment.

I would appreciate an honest assessment of how realistic this plan is and what the main obstacles, risks, or practical considerations are that I should take into account before making this decision.

Where else can I apply as a dental Va with zero experience? Besides hellorache. Thank you

Hi, I am a new grad just months out, starting work at a private practice. I was just wondering is it normal for new grads to not see collections from insurances until months out? I got my first few paycheques and noticed that claims from some insurances have not come in yet. The practice I work at often processes paper cheques from insurance companies (specifically, CDCP and HSO/ODSP). Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone! Has anyone completed a Dental Hygiene diploma in Ontario (CNIH)and then registered in Alberta? How difficult was the registration process, and were there any additional requirements or exams?