OrthoAccel® Technologies Inc, Houston, Tex, has received a Program Approval for Continuing Education (PACE) designation by the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD).

According to the AGD, PACE was established to create, improve, and promote quality dental continuing education (CE) and to assist professionals with identifying appropriate CE opportunities.

“Seeking and receiving this prestigious AGD PACE designation further demonstrates OrthoAccel’s commitment to delivering scientifically sound continuing dental education. The goal is to enhance the knowledge, skill, and ability of individual participants so that they can continue providing the highest quality of service to the public and the profession,” said Michael K. Lowe, president and CEO of OrthoAccel, the creator and manufacturer of AcceleDent®, an FDA-cleared vibratory orthodontic device.

According to a press release from OrthoAccel, the company will now provide CE hours directly to orthodontists, staff members, and other professionals who attend OrthoAccel educational programs including webinars, live instructional events, case study presentations, online independent study courses, and other learning opportunities. Presenters will also receive CE hours for delivering these types of educational programming through OrthoAccel’s PACE providership.