The Office of Continuing Dental Education is proud to be part of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry’s 140 year commitment to providing outstanding education in the dental field. The CDE Office offers a wide range of innovative educational programs to assist you in growing your practice or in meeting your state licensure requirements. The courses are open to all dental professionals. The University of Michigan School of Dentistry Continuing Dental Education Department is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.
Please visit Directions and Parking for travel suggestions and hotel information. Visitor parking for the school of dentistry is located in the Palmer Drive structure which is located behind the dental school. The Fletcher parking structure is used for patient parking only.
Have questions? Check out the Continuing Dental Education Frequently Asked Questions
The University of Michigan School of Dentistry, Office of Continuing Dental Education, does not accept course registrations from 3rd party websites.
LIVE WEBINAR COURSES
Restoration of Endodontically Treated Teeth
March 14, 2025
Course Number: A991-25
Credits: 1.5
Course Time: 11:00am - 12:30pm, ET
Location: Live Zoom Webinar
Fees: $59
Course Speaker: Steven M. Morgano, DMD
Course Overview: TGuidelines for restoring endodontically treated teeth are well established; nevertheless the principles behind these guidelines were developed decades ago primarily from in vitro studies or retrospective studies of metallic posts cemented with conventional cements. New materials and techniques have been introduced for the restoration of pulpless teeth, and there are additional clinical studies in the literature, not only on traditional materials and methods but also on the more novel materials. This presentation will critically review the latest available evidence on restoring pulpless teeth and suggest practical guidelines for the clinician.
The Importance of Evidence Based Practice Guidelines for Dental Treatment of Medically-Complex Patients
March 25, 2025
Course Number: A991-25
Credits: 2
Course Time: 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm, ET
Location: Live Zoom Webinar
Fees: $69
Course Speaker: Altaf Shah BDS, MSc, PhD
Course Overview: This seminar focuses on treatment concepts and modalities for medically complex patients particularly with hemodynamically unstable conditions like cardiac and valvular diseases, hematological disorders, patients on cancer therapy as well as uncontrolled diabetes and hypertension. Current available guidelines for dental treatment of such conditions in a safe environment reducing post operative complications will also be discussed. In addition, the focus on preventive modalities in general and particularly for such patients so that dental disease is prevented by adequate home care will be covered.
Implicit Biases in Dentistry
March 26, 2025
Course Number: P1008-25
Credits: 3
Course Times :6:00pm - 9:00pm
Course Locations :Live ZOOM Webinars
Fees:DDS: $95
Course Director: Marita R. Inglehart, Dipl. Psych., Dr. phil., Dr. phil. habil.
Course Overview:The State of Michigan, Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, has issued a requirement for all healthcare providers in Michigan to attend continuing education courses addressing the topic of "Implicit Biases." This course fulfills the state licensure requirement.
Providing Patient-Centered Care for LGBTQ+ Patients
June 5, 2025
Course Number: P990-25
Credits: 3
Course Times :6:00pm - 9:00pm
Course Locations :Live ZOOM Webinars
Fees:DDS: $95
Course Director: Marita R. Inglehart, Dipl. Psych., Dr. phil., Dr. phil. habil. & Scott B. Schwartz, DDS, MPH
Course Overview:According to Gallup and the Williams Institute, approximately 4.5% of US adults identified as LGBT in 2017 (about 14.65 million people). This includes about 1.4 million people who identify as transgender (0.6% of the US adult population in 2016). Millennials born between 1981 to 1996 are the most likely to identify as LGBT (8.2%). Given these percentages, it is obvious that dentists and dental hygienists will treat substantial numbers of patients from LGBTQ+ backgrounds. This continuing education workshop provides an introduction to the question of what it means to provide patient-centered care for patients from LGBTQ+ backgrounds.
IN-PERSON COURSES
SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY SESQUICENTENNIAL:
150 Years of Innovation in Oral Health Sciences
June 12-13, 2025
Course Number: P1159-25
Credits: 10
Course Location: Biomedical Science Research Building (BSRB), 109 Zina Pitcher Place, Ann Arbor, Michigan
Course Times:Thursday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) & Friday (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
Fees: DDS/DMD: $300 (CEs); PhDs: $150 (no CEs)
Course Director: Vesa Kaartinen, PhD, Associate Dean for Research
Course Overview: The University of Michigan has played a pioneering role in dental education, becoming the first state university in the world and the second in the United States to offer formal training in dentistry. Established in 1875, the College of Dental Surgery transformed dentistry from a craft into a science-based profession, thanks to the vision and efforts of the Michigan State Dental Society and influential figures like Dr. Jonathan Taft and Dr. John Watling. Over the years, the school has achieved global recognition for its rigorous curriculum, groundbreaking research, and contributions to public health. Please join us for this symposium recognizing 150 years of innovation in oral health sciences!
PERIODONTAL AND PERI-IMPLANT PLASTIC SURGERY
June 20-21, 2025
Course Number: P1158-25
Credits: 12
Locations : School of Dentistry, 1011 N. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan
Course Times : Friday & Saturday (8:00am - 5:00pm)
Fees: $2,995
Course Director: Sandra H. Stuhr DMD, MS & Sunčica Travan DDS, MS
Course Overview: This is a highly dynamic and interactive 2-day course with both didactic and hands-on portions focused on periodontal and peri-implant plastic surgery procedures. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the biological principles essential for the successful application of grafting techniques. Additionally, the course will focus on practical hands-on training to enhance proficiency in performing mucogingival procedures and optimizing patient outcomes.
Bench Test Preparatory Course in Restorative Dentistry for International Dentists
June 27, 2025 – June 29, 2025
Course Number: C1020-25
Credits: 18
Locations : School of Dentistry, 1011 N. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan
Course Times : Friday - Sunday (8:00am - 5:00pm)
Fees: $3000
Course Director: Dr. Qiming Jin
Course Overview: International dentists have shown interest in coming to U.S. dental schools to receive their education and training. This course will help international dentists prepare for the bench test exams conducted in U.S. dental schools as part of their admission process.
This course will present a detailed review of the restorative dentistry hands-on skills. In addition, this course will include the reviews of treatment plans and removable prosthodontics.
NOTE: This course is not a prerequisite for, and does not guarantee, admission into any dental school.
Completion of this program will not be considered in making admissions determinations to the University of Michigan School of Dentistry.
ADVANCED PERIODONTAL & IMPLANT SURGERY
August 5-9, 2025
Course Number: P485-25
Credits: 29
Locations : School of Dentistry, 1011 N. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan
Course Times : Friday & Saturday (8:00am - 5:00pm)
Fees: DDS: $5,000
Course Director: Hom-lay Wang, DDS, MSD, PhD
Course Overview: This course is designed to help dentists incorporate hard and soft tissue grafts, as well as advanced implant surgeries into their daily practices. This five-day continuing education course, combines didactic lectures and hands-on workshops with fresh cadaver specimens, to cover a broad range of advanced periodontal/implant surgical techniques.
DENTAL HYGIENE SYMPOSIUM
SEPTEMBER 18-19, 2025
Course Number: P844-25
Credits: 6
Course Times :Thurs: 5:00-7:00pm; Fri: 8:30-4:30pm
Course Locations :School of Dentistry, 1011 N. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan
Fees:DDS: $235; Aux: $130
Course Speakers: Junying Li, DDS, MS, PhD; Felipe Nör, DDS, MS, PhD; Marisa Roncati, RDH, DDS; and Luciana Shaddox, DDS, MS, PhD
Course Overview:The rapid integration of artificial intelligence, laser technologies, and other digital innovations is revolutionizing clinical dentistry and transforming patient care. This symposium brings together leading experts to explore cutting-edge advances in AI applications for periodontal disease management and oral pathology detection, therapeutic laser applications, and other emerging technologies that are reshaping dental practice. Join us for this exciting professional development and networking opportunity where dental professionals will gain practical insights into implementing these innovative tools and technologies for enhanced diagnostic accuracy and improved patient outcomes.
OFFICE INFORMATION
University of Michigan School of Dentistry Continuing Dental Education
1011 N University Ave, Room G508
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1078
Phone: (734) 763-5070 or (734) 763-5171
[email protected]
University of Michigan School of Dentistry, Continuing Dental Education is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.
The Office of Continuing Dental Education is proud to be part of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry’s 140 year commitment to providing outstanding education in the dental field. The CDE Office offers a wide range of innovative educational programs to assist you in growing your practice or in meeting your state licensure requirements. The courses are open to all dental professionals. The University of Michigan School of Dentistry Continuing Dental Education Department is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.
Please visit Directions and Parking for travel suggestions and hotel information. Visitor parking for the school of dentistry is located in the Palmer Drive structure which is located behind the dental school. The Fletcher parking structure is used for patient parking only.
Have questions? Check out the Continuing Dental Education Frequently Asked Questions