Implant Synergy:
"Where Science, Digital Dentistry & Clinical Practice Meet"
Practice At Your Best, LLC Presents:
The Inaugural
Dental Implant Maintenance
Virtual Symposium
Implant Synergy:
"Where Science, Digital Dentistry & Clinical Practice Meet"
An Expert-Led CE Experience Covering Every Phase of Implant Care
AnnMarie DePalma, RDH, MS
Catherine Monchik, RDH, MS
Kristen Ranaldo, RDH, BSDH
Lynn Pencek, RDH, MS
January 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM EST | Live Online Webinar
Also available on-demand
from January 20, 2026 – January 1, 2027
4 CEU | AGD 490
CE Provided by Ivoclar Vivadent Inc., Provider #218958
Comprehensive Implant Dentistry:
Foundations, Innovations &
Clinical Integration
A Multi-Expert CE Series on Dental Implant Maintenance: Success from Basics to Breakthroughs
Event Schedule
(Classes held on Eastern Standard Time)
January 16, 2026
10:00
Greetings
10:00 - 11:00
Dental Implants 101
AnnMarie DePalma, RDH, MEd
11:00 - 12:00
Digital Workflow: case planning and execution
Catherine Monchik, RDH, MS
12:00 - 1:00
Answers to your questions about Dental Implant Maintenance
and the answer is...it depends
Lynn Pencek, RDH, MS
1:00 - 2:00
Addressing Peri-implantitis:
emerging trends
Kristen Ranaldo, RDH, BSDH
Dental Implants 101
AnnMarie DePalma, RDH, MEd
1 CEU
Implants are the standard of care for edentulous areas. A patient with implants is different than a patient with natural dentition.
Does the team understand the difference?
As many patients are seeking dental implants as a viable restorative option, all members of the dental team should have a grasp of the role implants play in overall systemic and oral health. Without proper care and maintenance from both the patient and clinician, the best surgical technique, osseointegration, and restoration could all be undone. As dental professionals all team members need to have a grasp of implant therapy. Understanding the basics of implant components, the differences between teeth and implants and overall patient selection are critical in providing patients with optimum implant care.
Learning objectives:
Discuss the role of implants in the maintenance of oral and systemic health;
Categorize implant types and components;
Identify contraindications and criteria for patient selection.
Digital workflow-
case planning and execution
Catherine Monchik, RDH, MS
1 CEU
This course explores cutting-edge technologies in implant dentistry, including CBCT imaging, digital scanning, guided surgery, CAD/CAM systems, and AI-assisted planning. Designed for clinicians and educators, it enhances clinical skills, teaching strategies, and patient outcomes.
Participants will gain a thorough understanding of implant placement techniques, including flap and flapless approaches, osseointegration, and biological seal formation. Emphasis is placed on digital tools for improved diagnostics, surgical precision, and workflow efficiency. Dental hygienists receive specialized instruction in implant maintenance, patient education, and risk assessment. The curriculum includes 3D printing, virtual planning, and restorative design software, empowering hygienists to support clinical decisions and long-term implant success.
Learning objectives:
Describe the role of emerging technologies such as CBCT imaging, digital scanning, guided surgery, CAD/CAM, and AI-assisted planning in implant dentistry;
Demonstrate the use of digital workflows to enhance diagnostic accuracy, surgical precision, and restorative outcomes;
Evaluate the advantages of incorporating 3D printing and virtual planning tools into clinical and educational settings.
aNSWERS TO YOUR DENTAL IMPLANT MAINTENANCE QUESTIONS:
and the answer is…it depends
Lynn Pencek, RDH, MS
1 CEU
Discover why there are conflicting opinions on caring for patients with dental implants. This exclusive course is designed specifically to address the real questions and concerns of dental hygienists like you! In 2024, a survey gathered insights from over 600 dental hygienists, revealing the most pressing inquiries about education, workplace experiences, and best practices in dental implant maintenance. This class brings those questions to the forefront, offering expert guidance and evidence-based strategies to enhance your knowledge and elevate your patient care. Join us for a deep dive into dental implants, where you'll gain invaluable insights, practical techniques, and the confidence to excel in implant maintenance and treatment.
Learning objectives:
Customize recare protocols based on individual risk profiles;
Compare and contrast conflicting recommendations regarding peri-implant probing;
Interpret American College of Prosthodontists’ Position Statement for Full-Arch Implant-Supported Prosthetics;
Identify clinical scenarios that warrant interdisciplinary collaboration;
Seeing Beneath the Surface: Periodontal Endoscopic Therapy
Kristen Ranaldo, RDH, BSDH
1 CEU
This course explores the transformative role of dental endoscopy in modern periodontal and implant care. Participants will trace the history and evolution of this technology from its medical origins to its specialized dental applications. The lecture highlights its unmatched diagnostic precision in identifying subgingival calculus and other pathologies, as well as its value in managing both periodontitis and peri-implantitis. Real-world case studies will demonstrate clinical decision-making and outcomes, while discussion of adjunctive therapies will provide practical strategies to enhance treatment effectiveness. Attendees will gain actionable insights to elevate diagnosis, therapy, and long-term patient care.
Learning objectives:
By the end of this lecture, participants will be able to:
Understand the history and evolution of dental endoscopy and its adaptation for periodontal and implant care;
Recognize the diagnostic precision of endoscopy in detecting subgingival calculus, biofilm, and other disease indicators;
Apply clinical strategies for managing periodontitis and peri-implantitis using endoscopy, supported by real-world case studies;
Incorporate adjunctive therapies to enhance treatment outcomes and long-term oral health.
SpeakerS
A Multi-Expert CE Series on Implant Maintenance Success from Basics to Breakthroughs
Ann-Marie DePalma
RDH, MEd
Ann-Marie C. DePalma is a graduate of Forsyth School for Dental Hygienists, Northeastern University and University of Massachusetts Boston. Her passion, dedication and expertise inspire dental professionals through her CE programs and publications. She has experience as a clinical hygienist, a faculty member, consultant and software trainer and is a fellow in several dental hygiene organizations. Ann-Marie is an Esther Wilkins Distinguished Alumni of Forsyth Award recipient. Beyond dentistry, Ann-Marie volunteers in several local community organizations.
Catherine Monchik
RDH, MS
Catherine Monchik is an Assistant Professor in the Dental Hygiene Unit at Hostos Community College, with prior teaching roles at NYC College of Technology and Middlesex College. With over 27 years in dentistry, she continues clinical practice in New York City. She teaches courses in radiology, periodontology, oral pathology, and clinical skills. Prof. Monchik serves on multiple college committees and volunteers with the NJDHA. A national lecturer and published author, she specializes in implantology, autoimmune diseases, and radiology. She develops test-taking strategies for licensing exams and advocates for oral health equity, recently speaking at the 2025 American Institute on Dental Public Health Colloquium.
Lynn Pencek
RDH, MS
Lynn Pencek blends clinical expertise with industry insight to elevate dental implant education. As a former Nobel Biocare team member, she supported clinicians in adopting new technologies and optimizing workflows for implant treatment. Her hands-on experience spans surgical assisting, guided surgery planning, inventory management, prosthetic design, and patient education. Driven by a passion to clarify implant maintenance for hygienists, Lynn founded Practice at Your Best. She holds degrees from Broome Community College, Thomas Jefferson University, and the University of Maryland, and served as clinical faculty at Thomas Jefferson. Lynn has an advanced certificate with the Association of Dental Implant Auxiliaries.
Additionally, Lynn is an educator and consultant for Ivoclar, Nobel Biocare, Waterpik, TePe, Bio Gaia.
Kristen Ranaldo
RDH, BSDH
Kristen Ranaldo graduated top of her class from Farmingdale State College in 2015 and brings over a decade of specialized experience in periodontal practices. She is IALD Millennium PerioLase Hygiene Certified, Guided Biofilm Therapy Certified, and has utilized dental endoscopy for ten years. A Golden Scaler Award recipient, Kristen now trains dental professionals nationwide in minimally invasive periodontal care, with a focus on advanced technologies and evidence-based techniques. Passionate about early diagnosis, patient education, and long-term maintenance, she is dedicated to improving clinical outcomes and helping patients achieve lasting periodontal health through precision, innovation, and compassionate care.
FAQs
Practice At Your Best, LLC Presents:
What time is the event?
It starts at 10 am Eastern Standard Time.
Will the webinar be recorded or available on demand?
Yes, the webinar will be recorded and available for a certain amount of time after.
How do I pay?
We use Stripe as our payment gateway, allowing you to use your credit card.
What is your refund policy?
There will be no refunds as you will have the opportunity to view this webinar on demand for 12 months after the live event.
Can I register and pay for only one class?
This live webinar is being managed as 4 x 1 hour classes. With the registration fee you may attend 1 or all 4 classes.
How do I obtain my CEU Certificate?
A QR code will be shared at the end of each individual speaker's course. You will have the opportunity to use each individual QR code to receive a certificate per individual course (4 QR codes = 4 x 1 CEU certificates).
The Inaugural
Dental Implant Maintenance
Virtual Symposium