Created January 2026; Expires June 2028
Participants who successfully complete the post-test will earn two (2) CE credits. The credits earned will fulfill the Act 124 CE requirement for PA licensees who have a DEA registration and count toward the one-time, 8-hour CE requirement for the DEA MATE ACT.
Contact PDA if you do not have a website username and password or need assistance with your username and password. Do NOT create your own record.
Online, Self-Study CE Helpful Tips
- Before you access the course, add the web page https://learn.padental.org/topclass/ as an allowed site under pop-up blockers. For assistance, Google instructions to add an allowed website for the web browser you use to access the internet. Instructions also are available at the bottom of the Continuing Education page on PDA's website.
- After you address the pop-up blockers, and are ready to start the course, go to www.padental.org/onlinece. Sign in with your username and password. Click Go To Your Learning Center and launch the course.
- At the Congratulations You Passed screen, close the internet window (tab) that displays the name of the course. Instructions and screen shots are available at the bottom of the Continuing Education page on PDA's website.
- The certificate will be saved in your Learning Center. To access your Learning Center, go to www.padental.org/onlinece. Sign in with your username and password. Click Go To Your Learning Center. Click the word Completed to see the list of courses you completed. Click View Certificate.
Evidence-Based Analgesia and Opioid-Sparing Strategies for Post-Surgical Dental Pain will review the evidence regarding the efficacy of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in treating dental pain and discuss scenarios where prescription opioids might be warranted. Responsible opioid prescribing practices and risks of opioid abuse will also be discussed.
Upon completion of this lecture, participants should be able to:
- Summarize the evidence regarding the safety and efficacy of NSAIDs vs. opioids in pain management following third molar extraction.
- Describe patient populations in which opioids would be preferred for treating post-surgical dental pain.
- Discuss some opioid-sparing strategies for pain management.
| Fees: |
$0 - PDA Member dentist (complimentary)
$55 - ADA Member dentist
$110 - Nonmember dentist
$25 - Hygienists, Assistants & Non-licensed staff |
CE Credits:
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2 credit hours required for dentists with a DEA registration. Credits also are appropriate for hygienists and assistants. |
Cancellation policy: No refunds are issued for online CE courses.
PDA is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.
PDA designates this activity for 2 (two) continuing education credits.
Important registration information:
1. Sign in to the website with your username and password. Contact PDA if you do not have a username and password or need assistance with your username and password. Do NOT create your own record. If you do, you could be charged the wrong registration fee.
2. Click the Register Myself button and pricing will be displayed.
3. If payment is required, enter your credit card information.
4. Click Submit Order to complete your registration. You have 24/7 access to the program for 6-months from the date of registration. Review Helpful Tips provided above before launching the course.
If you have questions, contact PDA at (717) 234-5941 Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.