Dental Education Courses
Educational Opportunities from MSDA
- Printable Registration Form - PDF (9k)
- To register, mail or fax the registration form accompanied by payment to the MSDA, or register online at www.msda.com. For information, contact the MSDA office at 410-964-2880
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- Unless otherwise noted, courses are held at the MSDA office, 6410 F Dobbin Rd., Columbia, MD. To register, mail or fax the registration form to MSDA, accompanied by payment.
- For information, call MSDA at 410-964-2880 or visit our WEB SITE: www.msda.com
- The views of the speakers do not necessarily reflect the views of the Maryland State Dental Association
- The Maryland State Dental Association is an ADA CERP Continuing Education Recognized Provider.
- Non-Member Dentists Add $100.00 per seminar to the member dentist fee.
- Auxiliary pays the member fee (dental assistants/hygienist).
- Please note our cancellation policy on the Registration Form.
- **** License Renewal Guidelines ***
The Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners now requires that ALL 30 CE credits must be obtained by December 31 of the year PRIOR to the license expiring. If a license expires on June 30, 2008 then all CE credits to qualify for renewal must be taken by December 31, 2007. The Licensees may still request, in writing a six month extension, but all CE credits must be obtained on or before the expiration date of the license (June 30). Questions??? Call the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners at 410-402-8501.
DENTAL EDUCATION - LIST OF COURSES
- 8 Hour Radiation Safety Update
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Course held at the MSDA classroom facility. This course satisfies the Maryland 8-hour requirement for recertification for dental assistants. It is an overview of dental radiography for dentists and hygienists desiring to update their skills. Fee includes lunch.
Fee: $145/ MSDA member dentist
$245/ non-member dentist. 8 CE Hours.Instructor: Dr. Ron Holderman
Dates:- Begins - September 3, 2008 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM | Ends - September 3, 2008
- Acupuncture
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Dr. Warren Morganstien will provide an introduction to the theories, applications and techniques of acupuncture relating to health care in general, and oral and craniofacial health care, in specific. The use of acupuncture in the treatment of oral and craniofacial pain and disorders will be discussed as well as the use of acupuncture for patients undergoing treatment for head and neck malignancies. 2 ceu's
Dates:- Begins - November 7, 2008 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Ends - November 7, 2008
- CPR Renewal for Healthcare Providers
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Course is designed for all members of the dental team who need to renew CPR requirements for relicensure. (Limit 12) CPR Instructors are affiliates of the American Heart Association (AHA). Held at MSDA classroom facility. Please review the AHA current manual prior to attending class. Updates will be given. If you are need of an updated manual, please call the MSDA office and we will give you a source for aquiring this manual.
$95/MSDA member or staff;
$195/non-member dentist.
Dates:- Begins - November 14, 2008 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Ends - November 14, 2008
- Begins - March 20, 2009 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Ends - March 20, 2009
- Begins - May 8, 2009 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Ends - May 8, 2009
- Begins - November 13, 2009 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Ends - November 13, 2009
- Difficult Patients: Management Tools: Oral medications, Nitrous, Conscious Sedation, OR?
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How can we treat difficult patients more efficiently, effectively and easily? Difficult patients; those who may have situational anxiety, panic attacks, Alzheimers, autism, or are mentally challenged, combative, very young, fearful, phobic, or medically or physically compromised? This 4-hour hands-on participation course offers tools and tips for successful management of these special-needs patients. Dr. Harvey Levy shares ideas on treating these patients with greater ease and success such as in office conscious sedation with use of nitrous oxide and oral medications.
4 CE Credits. Friday October 31, 9-1. $150/ Members & Staff $250/non-members.
Dates:- Begins - October 31, 2008 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM | Ends - October 31, 2008
- Drugs, Supplements & Dentistry Update for 2008
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Back by popular demand Dr. Richard Wynn: Updates on drugs, supplements and dentistry
Dr. Wynn will review drugs & supplements as related to dentistry. His presentation is always informative and interesting.
Instructor, Dr. Richard L. Wynn, Friday, December 5 9:00 am – 3:00 pm - 6 CE Hours.
Fee: $150/member’s $250/non-members. (includes lunch).
Dates:- Begins - December 5, 2008 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM | Ends - December 5, 2008
- Expanded Functions (General Dentistry and/or Orthodontics as permitted by Maryland Law)
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Prerequisites:
1. High School Graduate or Equivalent
2. Verification and commitment letter from employing dentist (All clinical practaice takes
place at the student's place of employment including full-mouth serices and two bitewing x-rays).
3. Experience in a dental office to participate in the course.
4. Have a working knowledge of basic oral anatomy, dental terminology and basic infection
control.
Certificates of Completion granted at successful completiion of course. There is a $10.00 fee for replacement certificates.
Radiology certification preferred, but is not mandatory
GENERAL and ORTHO (16 Sessions, 48 hours) Increased fee because new books as of July 2008. All students are required to purchase textbooks package.
Cost: $870
Fees: $565/Course $305 /Books& handouts
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GENERAL CHAIRSIDE ONLY (12 Sessions, 36 hours)
Cost: $765
Fees: $480/Course $285/Books & handouts
ORTHO ONLY (12 Sessions, 36hours)
Cost: $765
Fees: $480/Course $285/Books & handoutsGoal: Successful completion of this course prepares the assistant for the Maryland Board Qualification Examination (QDA\QOA).
Instructor: Dr.Ron Holderman
Location & Dates:
MSDA: Offers both General and Othodontic Expanded fucntions. 16 week sessions for both and 12 week sessions for either general or ortho.Dates: July 17 to Sept. 5 September 11 to November 7
Time: 6:45 to 9:45 Columbia 410-964-2880
Carroll Community College: Contact: Ellen Cornelius-410-386-8122
Dates:
Chesapeak College: Contact Karen Bailor-410-822-5400 ext. 704
Courses at Carroll or Chesapeake Please register with the institution.- Begins - July 17, 2008 06:45 AM - 09:44 PM | Ends - September 5, 2008
- Begins - September 11, 2008 06:45 PM - 09:45 PM | Ends - November 7, 2008
- Infection Control
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Fulfills 2 CE licensure renewal
Infection Control: I'm Glad you asked that 2008
Evidence Based Infection and Regulatory Compliance Update
Dr. Melissa Mulreany will update the dental team of current compliance as outlined in the Maryland Occupational Safety and Health, (MOSH). Mark your calendars bring your staff!
Date: Friday May 2, 2008
Time:12-2
Fees: $100 MSDA dentist/staff
$200 Non-member dentist/staff
Dates:- Begins - November 7, 2008 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM | Ends - November 7, 2008
- Introduction to Basic Dental Assisting (Chairside)
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For those who are: People oriented...ATeam Player...And have an interest in dentistry! Prerequisite: High School Graduate or Equivalent
Cost: $800 * Increased fee because new books as of July 2009 All Students are required to purchase the textbooks
Fees: $535 for course,
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Goal: The students, upon successful completion of the course, will have job entry-level skills as a Dental Assistant and will receive a certificate of completion.
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COURSE OVERVIEW:
Week 1 History of Dentistry, Dental Anatomy, Dental Laws & Ethics, the Dental Team, Dental
Terminology, Specialties of Dentistry, and Preventive Dentistry.
Week 2 Dental Charting, Periodontics, Dental Records, Medical History
Week 3 Clinical
Week 4 Restorative Materials, Cements, Crown & Bridge and Endodontics. Clinical
Week 5 Radiology Overview, Medical Emergencies, Infection Control, Disease Transmission,
Sterilization, Disinfecting, OSHA Regulations
Week 6 ClinicalStone Models, Alginate Impressions, Custom Trays, Bleaching Trays.
Week 7Chairside Techniques, Delivery of Treatment, Equipment Set-Up,
High Speed Evacuation and Fourhanded Dentistry.
Week 8 Overview of Course, Front Desk Responsibilities, Insurance – Final Exam
Locations and Dates: -
MSDA/Co sponsored Howard Community College: at the MSDA classroom, Columbia, MD 410-964-2880. Fridays: 9/12-10/31 @ 1:30-6:30.
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Carroll Community College: Contact Ellen Cornelius 410-386-8122.
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Chesapeake College - Saturdays: 8/23-10/18 @ 9AM-2PM: Contact Karen Bailor at 410-822-5400 ext. 704.
- Begins - September 12, 2008 01:30 PM - 06:30 PM | Ends - October 31, 2008
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- Oral Radiography Techniques
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Oral Radiography Techniques (36hrs) (Limit 22 students)
Prepares dental assistants who are employed in a dental office to sit for the DANB Dental Radiation Health and Safety Certification exam.
All clinical practice takes place at the student’s place of employment (including full-mouth series and two bitewing x-rays).
Course requirements:
1. High school graduate or equivalency,
2. Letter from the employing dentist verifying employment and a commitment to your direct clinical
supervision.
3. Must have working knowledge of basic oral anatomy, basic infection control and basic dental
terminology.
Cost: $505
Fees: $355/course
$150/Textbooks/Handouts
All students are required to purchase textbook package
Pathway I
18 years of age
o 3 months (300 hours) full time in clinical setting in dental office
o Basic oral anatomy course or basic dental assisting course.
o Must be employed in dental office for direct clinical supervision.
Pathway II
o 18 years of age
o Pre-test taken for acceptance in radiology course (basic oral anatomy and dental terminology).
o If student fails pre-test, must take a basic dental assisting course.
o Must be employed in dental office for direct clinical supervision.
Pathway III
o Basic dental assisting course prior to Board approved radiology course (18 years of age for Radiology), not to be taken concurrently.
o Must be employed in dental office for direct clinical supervision, unless classroom facility offers hands on Clinical.
Goal: This class prepares dental assistants who are employed in a dental office to sit for the DANB Dental Radiation Helath and Safety Certification Exam. -
Certificates of Completion will be granted upon successful completion of course. There is a $10.00 fee for replacement certificate.
Locations & Dates:
MSDA: Class dates and time listed below. Instructor: Dr. Ron Holderman Columbia,MD 410-964-2880. -
Carroll Community College: Thursdays: June 26-September 4; 6PM-9:15 PM: Contact Ellen Cornnelius 410-386-8122
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Chesapeake College: Saturdays: November 1 - December 20; 10 AM-2:30 PM: Contact Karen Bailor-410-822-5400 ext. 704
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Courses at Carroll, or Chesapeake Please register with the institution.
- Begins - August 5, 2008 06:45 PM - 09:45 AM | Ends - October 28, 2008
- Begins - September 29, 2008 06:45 PM - 08:45 PM | Ends - December 15, 2008
- Begins - October 7, 2008 06:45 PM - 09:45 PM | Ends - December 23, 2008
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Participation Course Policy:
In accordance with the American Dental Association CERP standards, enrollment in participation courses will be limited to provide an appropriate instructor/attendee ratio to ensure that close supervision and adequate direct interchange takes place between course participants and instructors.
Financial Support Disclosure Policy:
It is policy of the Maryland State Dental Association, in accordance with the American Dental Association CERP standards, to disclose the name of any organization or agency providing financial or other support (and the nature of the support) for all courses provided by the MSDA.
Balance View of All Therapeutic Options:
The above presenters and presentations will provide a balance view of all therapeutic options. If trade names of commercial products are used during the presentation those of several companies will be presented rather than the product of a single sponsoring company.
