CORONAL POLISHING AND/OR DENTAL SEALANTS
This course will provide Dental Assistants with the proper educational requirements as stated in Illinois law for coronal polishing which includes didactic study in anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and dental emergencies followed by a written exam. Included in the course will be concept and experiences in (1) ethics and jurisprudence, (2) plaque and material alba, (3) intrinsic and extrinsic stain, (4) abrasive agents, (5) use of a slow speed hand-piece, prophy cup and occlusal polishing brush, (6) theory of selective polishing, and (7) infection control.
The clinical instruction on coronal polishing will include work performed on tooth models. In addition, each participant must follow the OSHA guidelines for infection control and use of clinical Personal Protective Equipment (i.e. gloves, mask, eye-wear, and clinic gown).
ONLINE COURSE SCHEDULE 2026
February 14 (Virtual)
March 14 (Virtual)
April 04 (Virtual)
May 02 (Virtual)
June 06 (Virtual)
Register 7 days in advance and receive an additional discount.
Class size is limited and registration will be taken on first-come, first-served basis.
Before 01/06/2026 After 01/06/2026
Coronal Polishing, (valid in IL) $399 $450
Sealant Application, (valid in IL) $399 $450
Both $550 $599
WITHDRAWAL and REFUND and CERTIFICATION POLICY
Please read over the eligibility and requirements before making your payment. Space is limited so early registration is recommended. A handling fee, 25% of the total cost, will be charged when cancellations are made with more than one week prior to the seminar; 50% of the total cost, will be charged when cancellations are made less than one week prior to the seminar. No-shows are responsible for the entire amount.
Apple Dental Care reserves the right to cancel the course with a full refund due to insufficient enrollment. Requesting a Duplicate certificate will incur a fee of $150.00
ELIGIBILITY and REQUIREMENTS
1. Candidate must be 18 years old or older.
2. Candidate must be a graduate of a Dental Assisting Program or have one thousand (1000) or more hours of dental assisting experience.
3. Completed application and payment of the course.
4. Each participant must follow the OSHA guidelines for infection control, must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the clinical portion.
5. Upon completion of the course, participants must perform clinical competency on a minimum of six (6) patients under the direct supervision of a licensed dentist or dental hygienist.