TePe Prevention Compass™ Seminars
TePe Prevention Compass™ Seminars are curated for dental professionals who have the desire to make lasting change through customized tools to effectively manage biofilm and integrate Prevention Compass™ Protocol, a 7-step brain-based behavioral change workflow to use chairside.
These dynamic courses offer you a meaningful opportunity to make a huge lasting impact on oral health. The hands-on experience highlights the importance of the teach-back technique and empowers you, as the dental professional, to be an expert in prevention.
The Fundamentals Seminar will be launched in 2026 in select areas, and if you are interested in future seminars let us know. We will be hosting these throughout the United States in 2027! We look forward to meeting you soon.
1. Prevention Compass™ Fundamentals Seminar
The Prevention Compass™ Fundamentals Seminar equips dental professionals with sustainable, patient-focused prevention strategies tailored for diverse patient profiles—including implants, orthodontics, periodontal conditions, and general oral health.
Behavior is complex and the many theories and models for behavior change often have similar concepts, so digesting it into everyday use may seem daunting. By exploring an evidence-based, 7-step protocol, attendees can strategically implement a preventive approach into current workflow during continuing care appointments.
In addition, we’ll delve into the principles of sustainability in dental practice—from product selection to office protocols—highlighting how preventive care contributes to a healthier future for patients and the planet. Attendees will receive a curated selection of TePe dental products to support their clinical implementation.
Learning Objectives:
- Customized Approach to Biofilm Management: Apply individualized homecare strategies using hands-on techniques for effective mechanical biofilm removal.
- Pragmatic Approach to Behavior Change: Implement a patient-centered prevention protocol chairside, grounded in current evidence and focused on long-term success.
- Preventive Approach Integrates Sustainability: Recognize and integrate sustainable practices in dental care, including product choices and office workflows that support environmental responsibility.
Tuition: Complimentary
4 CE Credit
Educational Method: Lecture
Educational Type: Live In-Person Hands-on Workshop
Prerequisites: None
Sponsor: TePe Oral Health Care, Inc.
Course Contact: info.usa@tepe.com
Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Affiliated and/or Associated with TePe Oral Health Care, Inc.
AGD Subject Code: 490
2. Prevention Compass™ Advanced Seminar
The Prevention Compass™ Advanced Seminar emphasizes the critical role of patient collaboration in achieving true preventive outcomes as a priority for health. It is the next step for dental professionals who have already completed the Fundamentals Seminar and want to expand their proficiency as a prevention specialist.
This course offers an in-depth analysis of TePe’s Prevention Compass™ Protocol, a 7-step pragmatic approach to behavior change. While incorporating this protocol, dental professionals will integrate prevention guidelines from associations with authoritative voices, as well as evidence-based literature to understand best recommendations for healthy tissue, a reduced periodontium, dental implants, and orthodontics. Using case studies, confidence will be gained when communicating with the many different patient populations and personality types.
Learning Objectives:
- Explain the components of TePe’s Prevention Compass™ Protocol and its application in clinical practice.
- Apply current prevention guidelines for oral disease prevention with healthy tissue, a reduced periodontium, dental implants, and orthodontics.
- Incorporate different communication techniques for diverse patient populations.
Tuition: Complimentary
4 CE Credit
Educational Method: Lecture
Educational Type: Live In-Person Hands-on Workshop
Prerequisites: None
Sponsor: TePe Oral Health Care, Inc.
Course Contact: info.usa@tepe.com
Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Affiliated and/or Associated with TePe Oral Health Care, Inc.
AGD Subject Code: 490
3. Prevention Compass™ Master Seminar
The Prevention Compass™ Master Seminar provides a comprehensive understanding of homecare techniques and tools, as well as providing leadership skills. This seminar is for those who have already completed the Fundamentals & Advanced Seminars and have been invited to the Master Seminar as training to become part of the TePe Extended Clinical Team. This is intended for dental professionals that want to expand into an educator role with TePe.
Dental professionals will recall previous information to demonstrate proficiency with homecare techniques, along with the Prevention Compass™ Protocol. Recalibration will occur to deepen competency. Lastly, leadership skills will be fostered to strengthen educational approaches, presentation skills, and becoming an influential voice for peers and the public.
Course Objectives:
- Understand and apply the principles of Prevention Compass™ for holistic oral health.
- Refine mechanical biofilm removal techniques.
- Develop leadership skills for presenting and educating.
Tuition: Complimentary
4 CE Credit
Educational Method: Lecture
Educational Type: Live In-Person Hands-on Workshop
Prerequisites: None
Sponsor: TePe Oral Health Care, Inc.
Course Contact: info.usa@tepe.com
Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Affiliated and/or Associated with TePe Oral Health Care, Inc.
AGD Subject Code: 130
FAQ
What topics are covered in TePe dental seminars?
What topics are covered in TePe dental seminars?
TePe seminars explore preventive dentistry topics including interdental cleaning, patient communication, oral hygiene instruction, and strategies to improve patient compliance with home care routines.
Who should attend dental education seminars?
Who should attend dental education seminars?
These seminars are designed for dental professionals including dentists, dental hygienists, assistants, and entire dental teams interested in improving preventive care and patient education.
How can seminars help dental practices improve patient outcomes?
How can seminars help dental practices improve patient outcomes?
Educational seminars provide insights into clinical recommendations, communication strategies, and behavioral science that can help patients adopt better oral hygiene habits and maintain healthier gums.
