2026 Courses and Events

Course #: 3910
Date: 11/29/2026
Time: 9:45am - 12:45pm
Course Info: Half Day
Speaker(s):
Stephanie McMahon, RDH, MA
Shannon Mills, DDS
Brandon Veremis, DDS

Topic: Current Dental Topics
Tuition: $50.00
Credits: 3
Recommended For:
Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Students, Educator

Description:

Ocean Global Humanitarian Initiative: Expert Insights, An Important Viewpoint

Dr. Shannon Edaward Mills

Dental Water Quality: Searching for Solutions

9:45 – 10:25

Dr. Brandon Veremis

HPV and its Role in Neoplasia

Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is a major independent risk factor for head and neck neoplasia and significantly influences the epidemiological landscape of oral and oropharyngeal diseases. Unlike traditional tobacco- and alcohol-associated head and neck squamous cell carcinomas, HPV-associated malignancies demonstrate distinct clinical, morphological, and molecular characteristics. This presentation explores the oncogenic mechanisms of HPV, with a specific focus on how the viral oncoproteins E6 and E7 drive cellular transformation by disrupting critical tumor suppressor pathways.

10:30 – 11:10

Ms. Stephanie McMahon

The Hidden Risks of Dental Instrument Reprocessing: Common Sterilization Errors That Compromise Patient Safety 

Dental unit waterlines are susceptible to biofilm formation and microbial contamination. This presentation reviews biofilm development, waterline treatment and maintenance, water quality testing, and corrective actions for unacceptable results. Participants learn practical strategies for developing and maintaining an effective dental unit waterline management program.

11:15 – 11:55

 Dr. Brandon Veremis

The Diagnosis and Management of Fungal Diseases of the Head and Neck

12:00 – 12:40

Q&A

12:40 – 12:45