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At the Dental Institute for Continuing Education (DICE), we believe that true learning happens when education is free from outside influence. From the beginning, our founder, Dr. Chris Walinski, a respected dental educator and visionary with over 25 years of teaching experience, set a clear standard: education must remain independent, evidence-based, and unbiased.
One of the core goals of DICE is to design continuing education courses that truly meet the needs of today’s young dentists, especially those who graduated within the past decade. We recognize that the first 10 years in practice are a critical time for skill-building and career direction. That’s why our programs go beyond traditional lectures, focusing instead on real-world training, emerging technologies and the kinds of clinical and business knowledge that new dentists don't get enough of in dental school.
Our philosophy is simple yet powerful: to empower dental professionals with authentic, experience-driven knowledge they can trust, delivered by experts who share DICE’s commitment to clinical excellence, integrity and lifelong learning.
The mission of the Dental Institute for Continuing Education is to advance the knowledge and skills of dental practitioners. We focus on high-quality, evidence-based and common sense educational programs that promote lifelong learning in dentistry.

All of our courses are recognized through the Academy of General Dentistry’s PACE (Program Approval for Continuing Education) program. This means every participant will receive AGD PACE certification upon successful completion of their course.
This certification ensures that our educational content meets the highest national standards for quality, scientific integrity, and educational value.

We recommend staying at The INN at Villanova, which is the home venue for DICE events. However, we are only 30 minutes from Philadelphia, so we certainly understand if you would rather make that your home base while you're here!
CLICK HERE for our list of nearby lodging options.
The Inn at Villanova
Did you know that in order to use a dental laser in Pennsylvania, you need to be certified with an in-person course? That's right. According...
The Inn at Villanova
The Inn at Villanova
Did you know that in order to use a dental laser in Pennsylvania, you need to be certified with an in-person course? That's right. According...
The Inn at Villanova
The Inn at Villanova
Did you know that in order to use a dental laser in Pennsylvania, you need to be certified with an in-person course? That's right. According...
The Inn at Villanova
The Inn at Villanova
Dental school taught you how to be a clinician. It did not teach you how to make smart financial and career decisions as a dentist.
The One-D...
The Inn at Villanova

Dental Laser Certification Course
Simple soft tissue surgery
Non surgical periodontics
Use in restorative dentistry
Fulfills 49 Pa. Code § 33.215 requiring laser certification
Erbium Laser Mastery for Hard and Soft Tissue
All the topics in the soft tissue course plus:
Cavity preparations
Osseous contouring
Peri-implantitis treatment
Laser Period
Dental Laser Certification Course
Simple soft tissue surgery
Non surgical periodontics
Use in restorative dentistry
Fulfills 49 Pa. Code § 33.215 requiring laser certification
Erbium Laser Mastery for Hard and Soft Tissue
All the topics in the soft tissue course plus:
Cavity preparations
Osseous contouring
Peri-implantitis treatment
Laser Periodontics and LANAP®-Like Protocols
Clinical protocols for periodontal regeneration and pocket reduction
Designed as a non-branded, evidence-based training alternative to proprietary LANAP
Laser-Assisted Endodontics and Disinfection
Using lasers for enhanced canal cleaning and irrigation
Laser Dentistry for Dental Hygienists
State-by-state compliance, patient selection, and hygiene applications

One-Day Dental MBA
Dental school teaches you how to be a clinician, not how to build a career. This course is designed specifically for newer dentists who want real answers to real questions: Should I aggressively pay down my student loans, or should I buy a practice? When does ownership make sense? What numbers actually matter? This cour
One-Day Dental MBA
Dental school teaches you how to be a clinician, not how to build a career. This course is designed specifically for newer dentists who want real answers to real questions: Should I aggressively pay down my student loans, or should I buy a practice? When does ownership make sense? What numbers actually matter? This course breaks down the essential business and financial principles of dentistry into practical, understandable tools you can use immediately, whether you plan to associate, own, or build something bigger.
Restorative & Esthetic Dentistry: Materials & Techniques for Optimizing Laminate Veneers
Participants will explore the latest techniques to create ideal smiles using direct and indirect laminate veneers.Composite layering strategies, ceramic materials and finishing/polishing protocols while emphasizing minimally invasive principles.
Implant Dentistry Basics: Foundation for the GP
This introductory course provides a comprehensive, evidence-based foundation in implant dentistry for general practitioners interested in expanding their clinical skillset. Participants will learn the biological principles, treatment planning concepts, and restorative protocols that form the backbone of successful implant cases.
Digital Dentistry and Intraoral Scanning Essentials
Digital impressions, chairside CAD/CAM workflows, and scan accuracy verification.

Easily complete your tuition payment through our secure online portal. Ensure your enrollment and continue your journey towards dental excellence. For assistance, please contact support@dicedental.org.
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The Center for Laser Education is designated as an Approved PACE Program Provider by the Academy of General Dentistry. The formal continuing education programs of this program provider are accepted by the AGD for Fellowship/Mastership and membership maintenance credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial board of dentistry or AGD endorsement. The current term of approval extends from 4/1/2019 to 3/31/2026. Provider ID # 334025.
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