Date: December 16, 2025 | 7:00 PM CST/8:00 PM EST
Duration: 1 Hour
Credits: 1
Presenter: Katrina Sanders RDH, BSDH, M.Ed, RF & Kevin Lopez, RDH, BSDH, MHA
Sponsor: Haleon
Cost: Free
Join us as we journey to the magical world of optimal gum health, where every step leads to brighter smiles and healthier lives! This course is designed for dental professionals who are ready to follow the yellow brick road toward advanced periodontal care, offering a patient-centered approach to achieving “Emerald City Gums.”
Throughout the program, we’ll explore the pathophysiology of gum disease, its risk factors, and the innovative treatments that can bring your patients back to a place of vibrant health. Much like Dorothy’s quest to find her way home, we will teach you how to tailor personalized care plans to meet each patient’s unique needs, including lifestyle modifications, nutritional advice, and the latest periodontal advancements.
Effective communication, as powerful as the ruby slippers, will be at your disposal to motivate and educate patients, ensuring they remain on the path to long-term oral wellness.
Through interactive workshops and practical demonstrations, you’ll gain the skills to create robust periodontal health protocols that will leave your patients feeling like they have a heart, brain, and courage to take on their oral health challenges.
Come along for the adventure and learn how to guide your patients to the land of healthy gums and a lifetime of smiles!
Course Objectives:
- Develop a thorough understanding of the pathophysiology of gum disease and the various risk factors associated with its development and progression.
- Learn to create and implement personalized care plans that integrate lifestyle modifications, nutritional guidance, and cutting-edge periodontal therapies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Master effective communication techniques to educate and motivate patients, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols and promoting long-term oral health.
Presented By
Katrina M. Sanders, MEd, BSDH, RDH, RF, is a clinical dental hygienist, author, and international speaker. She is a periodontal hygienist and serves as the clinical liaison to Hygiene Excellence and Innovation for AZPerio. Known as the “Dental Resultant,” Katrina consults hygiene departments to optimize metrics and patient excellence. She is the founder, CEO, and keynote speaker for Sanders Board Preparatory, a published author with Dentaltown and Today’s RDH, a columnist and advisory board member for Modern Hygienist and Dental Academy of Continuing Education, and brand ambassador for Dimensions of Dental Hygiene.
Kevin Lopez, RDH, BSDH, MHA is a dynamic force in the dental hygiene community, dedicated to advancing the profession through innovation and advocacy. An award-winning and relatively new graduate, he has quickly made a mark by leveraging strong connections with industry leaders and championing diversity within the professional community.
As a proud Filipino/Japanese American, Kevin brings a unique perspective to his work, striving to create inclusive environments that celebrate cultural differences. Kevin uses his platform to educate and inspire both peers and aspiring dental hygienists.
As a speaker, writer, subject-matter expert, and educator, he shares insights on the latest advancements in dental hygiene and promotes best practices for patient care. Passionate, innovative, and driven, Kevin is committed to making a lasting impact in the healthcare industry.
Supported in part through an unrestricted educational grant by:
Course Includes
- 1 Lesson
- Course Certificate
CE credit(s): 1
Course Type: Live Webinar
Published Date: December 16, 2025
This continuing education (CE) activity was developed by Endeavor Business Media with no commercial support.
This course was written for dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants, from novice to skilled.
Educational methods: This course is a self-instructional journal and web activity.
Provider disclosure: Endeavor Business Media neither has a leadership position nor a commercial interest in any products or services discussed or shared in this educational activity. No manufacturer or third party had any input in the development of the course content.
Requirements for successful completion: To obtain 1 CE credits for this educational activity, you must pay the required fee, review the material, complete the course evaluation, and obtain an exam score of 70% or higher.
CE planner disclosure: Laura Winfield, Endeavor Business Media dental group CE coordinator, neither has a leadership nor commercial interest with the products or services discussed in this educational activity. Ms. Winfield can be reached at lwinfield@endeavorb2b.com.
Educational disclaimer: Completing a single continuing education course does not provide enough information to result in the participant being an expert in the field related to the course topic. It is a combination of many educational courses and clinical experience that allows the participant to develop skills and expertise.
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Scientific integrity statement: Information shared in this CE course is developed from clinical research and represents the most current information available from evidence-based dentistry.
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Registration: The cost of this CE course is Free for 1 CE credits.
Cancellation and refund policy: Any participant who is not 100% satisfied with this course can request a full refund by contacting Endeavor Business Media in writing.
Provider information:
Endeavor Business Media is a nationally approved PACE program provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.
Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.
11/1/2024 to 10/31/2028.
Provider ID# 320452
AGD code: 730
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