Dental Hygiene Lunch and Learn List
I know that it’s tricky at times to attend a conference to learn about a new product, or read the hundreds of emails that come through about the products. Plus, once you learn about something new, it’s always nice to have a person or contact to ask questions to, get answers, and actually be able to try it out. This is why I love a lunch and learn. It’s a great way to learn about something new in a set amount of time when I have a break during a clinical day. Plus, having the entire team learn about the products are so helpful to keep the conversation going in your practice.
So, what companies actually offer this service? We’ve compiled a list of the companies that do, and the best place to reach out to about it. Sometimes these educators are location based, so you might have to meet with a certain rep, but then you’ll get to know your local rep which is so helpful. Some companies hold them virtually, which is very helpful to connect with placed that no not have any local.
A note about lunch and learns. Usually, these are most of sales and product information, so CE credits usually are not provided. They are usually full of the science behind the product, but since they are sponsored and 1 comapny/product heavy, they cannot give CE Credit. However, still a valuable lunch to attend!
Here is the list!
Arm and Hammer/Therabreathe
This is a great lunch to attend with lots of free samples. Usually taught by a dental hygienist.
https://ahpro.oralcarepro.com/en-US/officeregistration
BioGaia
Held virtually at times that work for you. Probiotics for adults and kids
https://calendly.com/biogaia-lunch-and-learn/biogaia-lunch-learn?month=2024-09
Centrix
Learn more about SDF or other prevention products and solutions.
https://www.centrixvirtuallearning.com/lunch-and-learn/
Crest Oral-B
I’ve been to some where the reps bring lunch, or it can be just informational.
https://www.dentalcare.com/en-us/product/request-teach-and-learn
DMG
More dental tailored, but some great topics to learn about.
https://dmg-connect.com/learn-over-lunch-with-dmg/
Dr. Jens
I’ve been to a few of the Dr Jens presentations, and have loved them all.
https://calendly.com/drjen-cepresentation/dr-jen-ce-presentation?month=2024-08
Elevate Oral Care
Learn more about some of my favorite prevention products. So much great research and support behind them as well.
https://www.elevateoralcare.com/staff-meetings
GC America
These can be tailored to your office, speciality or interest. From direct restorations to prevention, there are several topics you’ll love to learn about. I really loved the MI Paste one.
https://www.gc.dental/america/lunch-and-learn
Ivoclar
Reach out to your local rep about meeting to learn about a few products, or a specific one you’re curious about.
Oxyfresh
I’ve never used these products before, but signing up for a webinar lunch and learn to learn more.
https://oxyfresh.com/pages/dental-pro-resources-and-educational-material
Phillips Sonicare
Reach out to you local rep for more information. In Person and can cover whitening products or power toothbrushes
https://www.philipsohclearning.com/
Risewell
Learn more about hydroxiapetite and andd how to incorporate the porudcts in your office. Reach out to Melia (melia@hygieneedge.com) and she can help you find your local rep.
https://risewell.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopLzqjqMW_QxmFnWpcRjRIkY892qjmZQKnlwiGCM_MIcCH9nG3P
Stella Life
Mouthrinse, probiotics, and more
Spry
This is a local company to me in Utah, and I use their products regularly. If you’re not talking about xylitol in your practice, it’s time to learn a bit more from some amazing educators.
https://xlear.com/our-educators/
Waterpik
Offered both in the USA and Canada
https://www.waterpik.com/pro/lunch-learn/
I’m excited for you to learn a bit more about these amazing products, gain some insight on how you can help your patients, and keep up your clinical skills!
Which ones have you attended?
xoxo Melia Lewis, MED, RDH