OVERVIEW

Drill-Free Future: Public Health Advancements in Caries Treatment and Why Pennsylvania Needs Them is organized by Temple University Continuing Education Systems and will be held on Dec 04, 2026.

Description:
Join us for an enlightening continuing education course tailored for all dental providers, focusing on the current ADA recommendations in non-invasive, non-surgical caries treatment. This course will cover the latest methods for treating caries without the drill, helping you develop an evidence-based approach to decision-making in tooth restoration. Additionally, the course will highlight the current state of dentistry in the state and the critical roles public health dental hygiene practitioners play in advancing oral health in Pennsylvania. Learn about the most up-to-date Medicaid coverages and fee schedules and how they can be effectively utilized in your practice.

Learner Outcomes:
Upon course completion, the participant will:

Describe recent advancements in non-invasive caries treatment methods and evaluate their effectiveness in clinical practice.
Apply an evidence-based decision-making framework for non-surgical caries management, taking into account lesion severity, patient preferences, and anticipated long-term outcomes.
Explain the roles and responsibilities of Public Health Dental Hygiene Practitioners (PHDHPs) in improving access to care and advancing oral health outcomes in Pennsylvania.
Identify and interpret new dental billing codes relevant to public health, and understand their implications for service delivery and reimbursement.