Continuing education
Learn at your own pace to stay informed and advance your career!
Struggling to fit courses into your busy schedule? Between work demands and family commitments, finding time for professional development can be challenging. That’s why we offer two convenient options to support your continuing education - on your schedule.
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View Branded Self-Study Courses
Branded Self-Study Courses
Dive into up-to-date content on cutting-edge topics developed around our Waterpik brand, designed to enhance your clinical knowledge and confidence.
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View CPD module in collaboration with the Health Professional Academy
CPD module in collaboration with the Health Professional Academy
Access a focused, expert-led module on water flossing, designed to provide evidence-based insights and practical guidance for patient care.
Each course provides verifiable CPD credit at no cost, with content that’s accessible anytime, anywhere.
"Definitely feel more confident in educating patients on the use and benefits of a water flosser."
About our Waterpik self-study courses
Our Waterpik CPD modules have been researched and written by Carol Jahn, RDH, MS who is the Director of Professional Relations & Education for Water Pik, Inc. She has been providing continuing education courses for more than 25 years.
Carol is an author, speaker, and industry leader and has published numerous articles and contributed to several textbooks. She has presented courses at the Yankee Dental Meeting, Chicago Midwinter Meeting, California Dental Meeting, Greater New York Dental Meeting, ADHA Annual Meeting, RDH UOR, and many more. She has published numerous articles and contributed to several textbooks.
Carol offers a variety of courses that combine science with daily application.
Discover our range of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses
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The water flosser
Harnessing the power of water to achieve optimal oral health
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Health consequences of tobacco
Role of professionals on tobacco prevention
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Flossing unravelled
The evidence on interdental cleaning
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Tobacco use and statistics
Usage and the impact on oral health
Water Pik, Inc. Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement. 6/1/2022 to 5/31/2026. Provider ID# 210474
Free CPD learning with Health Professional Academy
Waterpik is proud to collaborate with the Health Professional Academy - a trusted platform offering a wide range of free CPD modules and educational resources for healthcare professionals. Through this partnership, we’re connecting our water flossing brand with the wider health professional community via an integrated learning channel that promotes awareness, education, and clinical confidence. Explore our expert-led content designed to support your professional development and enhance patient care.
Module summary
Incorporating interdental and below-the-gumline cleaning into your daily oral care routine can significantly enhance dental health. However, many individuals remain unaware of this, often believing that brushing twice a day is enough to maintain healthy teeth and gums. Some may understand the importance but struggle to clean those hard-to-reach areas using traditional floss or interdental brushes. This review explores how water flossers offer a practical solution for thorough oral hygiene and highlights clinical evidence that demonstrates their effectiveness compared to conventional methods.
Learning outcomes
After taking our latest CPD module on water flossing, you should:
- Be aware of the oral health benefits of water flossing, including its role in reducing plaque and improving gum health.
- Learn how water flossers compare with traditional dental floss and interdental brushes in terms of effectiveness and ease of use.
- Understand the advantages of water flossing for patients with specific oral hygiene challenges, such as those with braces, implants, or limited dexterity.
- Gain insights into how to advise patients on incorporating water flossing into their daily oral care routine, helping them make informed decisions based on their individual needs.
Our CPD module is hosted online via our Waterpik hub but if you would prefer to learn everything about water flossing with our printed CPD version, please find out more about how to request a practice kit.