At the beginning of the year, we shared our top dentistry conferences for 2026. We know traveling can be hard and want to give everyone access to the knowledge and education they deserve. For dental professionals looking to collect necessary continuing education credits, webinars can be the perfect answer to a busy schedule. This week, Dentistry 411 gathered some of the most relevant webinars worth your time.
Dental CE Academy’s Electronic Cigarettes and The Culture of Vaping | Feb. 4 | 7 CST
Need to address nicotine use with your patients? Dr. Kirsten Roling will walk attendees through the history of electronic cigarette use and provide relevant information to start conversations about safety and health implications. The Dental CE Academy hosts live, complimentary webinars daily, as well as offering a library of on-demand recordings. After completing a quiz reviewing the material with 80% accuracy, viewers can receive 1-3.5 credit hours, depending on the webinar.
Henry Schein’s Single-Visit Crowns: A Predictable Digital Workflow | Feb. 4 | 7 p.m. CST
How can digital workflows save your office time and resources? One effective and increasingly popular way to modernize dentistry in single-visit crowns. With digital design and on-site milling, offices can manufacture their own crowns for patients, eliminating the need for a third-party lab or multiple appointments. This webinar will break down the process as well as teach attendees how to analyze and optimize treatment. Attendance can be reserved by filling in their online form via their website. Schein has more webinars scheduled as well as a library of recordings available.
Philips’ Introduction to Red Light Therapy in Dental Practice | Feb. 5 | 6 p.m. CST
A modern solution for modern offices. Red light therapy, or photobiomodulation, is used to manage oral recovery. It’s popular for inflammation and wounds, such as post-surgery pain, to stimulate cellular healing. This webinar, hosted by Viva Learning, explains the foundational science, safety, and applications supporting the practice. Reviewing the most current research and examining the top five procedures for red light use, attendees will leave the meeting with a deeper understanding of the tool. Viva hosts webinars almost daily, all of which have educational credits attached and are available at no charge.
Colgate’s Optimized Dental Implant Osseointegration | Feb. 5 | 7 p.m. CST
Looking to perfect your implant strategy? This webinar, hosted by Colgate, dives into the many components that make up a successful dental implant. The lecture will provide a step-by-step outline of the stages of osseointegration and how patient-specific factors can play a role in the result. Interested but can’t attend? No worries, the recording will be uploaded on their website, where you can also find hundreds of other lectures. Colgate hosts one to two webinars a month for about 1 continuing education credit at no charge.
Fireside Chat: Preventive Periodontal Care | Feb. 6 | 5:30 p.m.
Revisit best practices to prevent gum disease. The course discusses how a combination of approaches, such as patient education and clinical intervention can provide evidence-supported care. Periodontists and hygienists will explore strategies to promote patient understanding and compliance to protect their health. The host, Young Innovations, has several free webinars throughout the week for 1-2 education credits. Attendance can be reserved by filling out the online form.
Vita’s When, Where and Why: Knowledge is the Greatest Tool | Feb. 11 | 12 p.m. CST
How does one keep up with a world of ever-evolving technology? Vita has the answer. Their webinar focuses on materials and technologies available for esthetic restorations. It’s designed to help clinicians decide what tools are the best fit for their patients and encourage professionals to push for innovation and drive the restorative market. By attending this lecture, audience members may be eligible to claim 1 education credit. The event is hosted by LMT Communications, which also features a section of previously recorded videos for registered users.
ADA’S Infection Control Essentials | Feb. 13 | 11 a.m. CST
Keep your patients and staff safe with comprehensive prevention and post-exposure procedures. The course consolidates recommendations and requirements from major organizations, such as the CDC and OSHA, and translates them into effective and consistent routines. ADA members can access this webinar for $199 and receive 3 education credits. The association hosts these meetings monthly, with a new topic each session. In March, they will host another live webinar to discuss modern challenges in dentistry: oral disease and digital vulnerabilities. Their on-demand catalog features free courses and potential education credits.
Connecting with other professionals doesn’t have to be time-consuming or expensive. The dental industry has a wide variety of free webinars available for those looking to expand their knowledge on evolving technologies and scientific breakthroughs. Having a growth mindset and continuing to learn about new advancements and reviewing best practices will give you the tools you need to make the decision that’s best for your office and community.
