Live Webinar | August 18, 2026
Smoking, Inflammation, and Disease: Health in the Modern Era
FREE WEBINAR | August 18, 2026 | This webinar examines the science of nicotine addiction, the health effects of modern tobacco and nicotine products, and evidence-based strategies dental professionals can use to confidently support patients in tobacco cessation. (1 credit)
- Tuesday, August, 18 2026
- 8:00 PM EST / 7:00 PM CST
- Amisha Singh, DDS, EdD
- Supported by Haleon
- 1 hour
- 1 credit
- Free
Summary
Smoking and nicotine use have evolved dramatically, yet misconceptions remain widespread, even among healthcare professionals. This course explores the modern science of nicotine addiction, addiction medicine, and the rapidly changing landscape of tobacco and nicotine products. Participants will examine how tobacco affects nearly every organ system, separate fact from fiction surrounding nicotine and combustion, and discover practical, evidence-based strategies to help patients move toward tobacco cessation. By understanding the biology behind addiction, dental professionals can approach these conversations with greater confidence, compassion, and clinical impact.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Differentiate between combustible tobacco, smokeless tobacco, electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), heated tobacco products, nicotine-only products, and cannabis products, and describe their associated health risks.
- Explain the biologic effects of nicotine and tobacco use, including the mechanisms of addiction science and the systemic health consequences associated with tobacco use.
- Recognize the impact of tobacco use on multiple organ systems and dispel common misconceptions regarding nicotine, combustion, and smoking-related disease.
- Apply the evidence-based 5 A’s framework (Ask, Assess, Advise, Assist, Arrange) to incorporate brief tobacco and nicotine cessation interventions into routine dental practice.
Presented by
Amisha Singh, DDS, EdD
Amisha Singh, DDS, serves on the Colorado Dental Association (CDA) House of Delegates, American Dental Association (ADA) Dental Wellness Advisory Committee, and the Metro Denver Dental Society and CDA Membership Councils. She is the CDA New Dentist Committee chair-elect, as well as a blogger and professional speaker working with IgniteDDS. Dr. Singh is the Advanced via Individual Determination (AVID) health-care liaison for Denver Public Schools and a workforce diversity consultant for the Colorado Department of Public Health. An ADA Success speaker, she participates in the ADA Institute of Diversity in Leadership and is the founder of the CDA Diversity in Leadership program.
Supported in part through an unrestricted educational grant by:
CE credit(s): 1 credit
Course Type: Live Webinar
Published Date: August 18, 2026
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 credit 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.
Image authenticity statement: The images in this educational activity have not been altered.
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.
Known benefits and limitations of the data: The information presented in this educational activity is derived from the data and information contained in the reference section.
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: 610/670
Endeavor Business Media is designated as an approved provider by the American Academy of Dental Hygiene, Inc. #AADHEBM (January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2026). Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial Board of Dentistry. Licensee should maintain this document in the event of an audit. AADH code: AADHEBM-591-6-2026-1
