Not One Second to Spare: Maximizing Every Cure

Transforming Pediatric Restorative Dentistry with Monet+ and Advanced Light Curing Technology

What if you could improve restoration success, reduce chair time, and create a better patient experience with one simple change? In pediatric dentistry, every second matters and every restoration counts. This engaging and clinically focused course explores how advanced light curing technology and the innovative Monet+ curing system can elevate restorative outcomes while improving efficiency in busy pediatric practices.

Participants will learn the science behind effective light curing, common curing mistakes that impact restoration longevity, and practical strategies for maximizing clinical success in children. Through real-world pediatric cases and evidence-based protocols, attendees will discover how proper curing techniques can enhance sealants, composites, glass ionomers, and minimally invasive restorative procedures.

Whether you are a pediatric dentist, general dentist treating children, resident, or team member, this course will provide immediately applicable pearls to improve restorative predictability and workflow.

Course Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
  • Understand the fundamentals of light curing science and its impact on restorative success.
  • Identify common light curing errors that can compromise restoration longevity and performance.
  • Evaluate the role of advanced curing techniques, including Monet+, in pediatric restorative dentistry.
  • Implement evidence-based curing protocols for composites, sealants, and minimally invasive restorative procedures.
  • Improve clinical efficiency while maintaining high-quality restorative outcomes in pediatric patients.
  • Apply practical strategies to enhance patient cooperation and reduce chair time during restorative procedures.
  • Incorporate advanced light curing techniques into everyday pediatric dental workflows.


Note: To receive credit, attendees must be individually registered for and attend the full webinar. Leaving early or deploying an AI notetaking persona in your place will disqualify you from earning credit.

  • One (1) hour of Lecture CE credit

    • AGD Subject Code: 430

    • No prerequisites

    • Course is free, but registration is required

    Jonelle Anamelechi, DDS, MS

    Dr. Jonelle Grant Anamelechi is a board-certified pediatric dentist, speaker, educator, and CEO of Children's Choice Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, a multi-location pediatric practice serving families throughout the Washington, DC metropolitan area. She is recognized nationally for her work in pediatric oral health, airway-focused dentistry, minimally invasive care, infant oral health, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

    A graduate of Duke University, Dr. Anamelechi earned both her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree and Master of Science in Public Health from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill before completing her pediatric dental residency at St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center.

    She serves as a faculty member at Children's National Hospital, where she has taught for more than a decade, and is a sought-after national lecturer known for translating complex clinical concepts into practical strategies that improve patient care. Through her teaching, clinical practice, and community outreach, Dr. Anamelechi has impacted thousands of children and families while helping dental professionals build healthier futures through innovation, prevention, and compassionate care.
    Patrick Jones - Course author