Overview:
CDE 2 hours Overview: Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are among the most common communicable diseases in the United States. Incidence of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis is on the rise, particularly among people of diverse race/ethnicity. Multiple studies demonstrate that education surrounding the signs, symptoms, and treatment of STIs and STDs is greatly lacking in the United States. It is important that dental professionals not shy away STDs and STIs in practice as their signs and symptoms frequently manifest in the oral cavity. This course will serve to educate attendees about the oral signs and symptoms of STDs/STI’s, propose ideas for having difficult but necessary conversations about STIs/STDs with patients/clients, and introduce them to resources we created through our public health/oral health collaborative.
Learning objectives: Upon completion of the course, the attendees will: 1. Recall trends in the incidence and prevalence rates of STDs/STIs in the United States. 2. Analyze oral lesions for potential association with STDs/STIs. 3. Employ interprofessional collaboration and practice. 4. Identify cultural beliefs and stigma surrounding STDs/STIs. 5. List culturally appropriate strategies for discussing STDs/STIs with patients. 6. Identify mechanisms of referral for patients suffering from STDs/STIs. 7. Discuss the payment structure and relevant CDT Codes.
Marie Paulis, RDH, MSDH
Marie has been a dental hygienist for over 30 years and a dental hygiene educator for 20 years. Her clinical and educational experiences include general practice, periodontal practice, and public health. Currently, Marie is the Dental Hygiene Program Director at the University of New Haven and teaches the local anesthesia course and lab for students and RDH’s, Introduction to Dental Hygiene I and II, and Interprofessional Education for Health Professionals. She cochairs the Interprofessional Education Committee for the School of Health Sciences. Marie’s current research interests include the acquisition of dental hygiene and dental care for underserved populations and the benefits of interprofessional education and practice. Marie was awarded the Dean’s Award for Service (2020) and for Research (2024). Marie has presented for various professional organizations, including the American Dental Hygienists’ Association, the Commission on Dental Competency Assessments, and the American Dental Education Association. She has published in the Journal of Dental Hygiene, Access Magazine, and Dentistry IQ. She earned her certification in laser use from the Academy of Laser Dentistry in 2014.
Karl Minges, Ph.D. Dr. Karl Minges is an Assistant Professor and Associate Dean for Research in the School of Health Sciences, University of New Haven. A health services researcher, he has expertise in improving health systems through quality measurement, organizational behavior change, and in the evaluation of medical device interventions. Cited 2500 times, Dr. Minges is author of over 60 publications in leading journals including JAMA, JAMA Internal Medicine, the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, and Health Psychology, among others. He is also the principal investigator of the first National Institutes of Health grant to be awarded to the University of New Haven. In 2021, he received the Faculty Recognition Award for his outstanding service, research, and teaching to the University. In January 2023, Dr. Minges’ leadership and contributions to public health were highlighted in Connecticut Magazine’s “40 Under 40” recognition. He also received the University’s Research Excellence award in 2023 and was selected as a University Research Scholar, an appointment that will last through 2026. Dr. Minges earned his Ph.D. at Yale University in 2016, his MPH degree at Columbia University in 2010, and was a Fulbright Scholar to Australia.
AGD Subject Code - Oral Medicine, Oral Diagnosis, Oral Pathology - 730
Cancellation Policy:
Processing and service fees are non-refundable for any and all cancellations with no exceptions. Refunds will only be issued if requested 8 days or more prior to the event. No refunds will be given within 7 days of the event unless the event is canceled by CE Zoom, or unforeseen acts of God, in which we will try and reschedule the event prior to issuing a full refund, minus any processing fees. Please note, if this is a live-streamed event, you must have a good internet connection and refunds will not be issued due to poor connection or courses not counting for CE credit. If your cancellation/refund request falls within the refund guidelines please email support.cezoom.com and we will be happy to honor your request.
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The content of the courses may not be recorded or copied. The content of the courses is owned by the presenters, CE Zoom, its associates, or sponsored affiliates. Participants may not share or make available, in any way, the content of the courses.
Presenter: Marie Paulis
Credits: 2.00
Course Contact: help@cezoom.com
Course Categories: Oral Pathology (Diagnosis and Treatment of Oral Pathosis, HPV/ Herpes Virus, Oral Cancer, Sexually Transmitted Infections)
Provider Approval: Nationally Recognized (AGD-PACE) Academy of General Dentistry Program approval for Continuing Education
Educational Type: Live
Educational Method: Lecture
Prerequisites: None
Sponsor(s): Haleon
Conflict of Interest Disclosure: None
All CE Zoom related support: support.cezoom.com
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Overview:
CDE - 2 hours Overview:
Cancer therapy, while crucial in the fight against cancer, often brings a range of challenging side effects that can impact a patient\'s quality of life. When patients, friends, or family receive cancer therapies we want to provide oral health support before, during and after treatment. This course offers a unique perspective from a dental hygienist, who shares first-hand experience on preventing and managing the vast amount of possible side effects during cancer therapies such as surgeries, radiation, and chemotherapy. This course is a comprehensive course designed to empower patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively support and manage these side effects. Learning Objectives: ● Identify and describe the most common side effects associated with various cancer therapies. ● Discuss options for prevention or reduction of oral mucositis ● Identify ways to mitigate opportunistic infections. ● Explore the role of nutrition in managing side effects and maintaining overall health during treatment. ● Provide therapeutic resources to patients and guardians through cancer therapy 
Laraine Hartle, BSDH, RDH is seasoned in dentistry with over 13 years of experience as a hygienist and dental hygiene educator. Her career is distinguished by her commitment to not only maintaining oral health but teaching and educating others about the oral-systemic connection. She works as a clinical instructor at Utah College of Dental Hygiene. Laraine\'s deep understanding of the oral-systemic health connection drives her mission to educate her patients and students about the importance of oral health as a critical component of overall wellness. She has recently ventured into entrepreneurship and now co-owns Glam Studio Pros, a professional teeth whitening and piercing studio. Find her at www.linkedin.com/in/laraine-hartle-rdh and @laraine_rdh on instagram and @glamstudiopros.com AGD Subject Code: Oral Medicine, Oral Diagnosis, Oral Pathology - 730 Cancellation Policy: Processing and service fees are non-refundable for any and all cancellations with no exceptions. Refunds will only be issued if requested 8 days or more prior to the event. No refunds will be given within 7 days of the event unless the event is canceled by CE Zoom, or unforeseen acts of God, in which we will try and reschedule the event prior to issuing a full refund, minus any processing fees. Please note, if this is a live-streamed event, you must have a good internet connection and refunds will not be issued due to poor connection or courses not counting for CE credit. If your cancellation/refund request falls within the refund guidelines please email support.cezoom.com and we will be happy to honor your request. Disclaimer: The information provided in courses through CE Zoom Partners, LLC (“CE Zoom”) contains content, views, and opinions that may not represent the views of CE Zoom, its associates, and sponsored affiliates. Participants are responsible for verifying the validity, accuracy, and relevance of all content before implementing any techniques, products, or recommendations into their practice. A single continuing education course does not provide enough information to give the participant the necessary expertise on the topic presented. The content of the courses may not be recorded or copied. The content of the courses is owned by the presenters, CE Zoom, its associates, or sponsored affiliates. Participants may not share or make available, in any way, the content of the courses. 
Presenter: Laraine BSDH
Credits: 2.00
Course Contact: help@cezoom.com
Course Categories: Medical Health Subjects / Oral Systemic Health Connections (Diabetes, Heart Disease, etc) / Scientific Courses
Provider Approval: Nationally Recognized (AGD-PACE) Academy of General Dentistry Program approval for Continuing Education
Educational Type: Live
Educational Method: Lecture
Prerequisites: None
Sponsor(s): Haleon
Conflict of Interest Disclosure: None
All CE Zoom related support: support.cezoom.com
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CDE: 2 hours Overview: The Substance Abuse Epidemic has led to renewed interest in managing the problem of concurrent mental health issues and Substance Use Disorder (SUD). Prominent challenges in managing the dental care of patients and healthcare providers with SUD and comorbidities such as depression are the potential for serious adverse drug interactions, as well as confirming the actual nature and severity of these mental health disorders. This program reviews the medications commonly prescribed for psychiatric disorders and SUD, with an emphasis on avoidance of interactions with dental drugs and includes tips for recognizing SUD and referral of patients to appropriate resources. Objectives: Following this program, participants will be able to: 1. Acknowledge mental health challenges experienced by dental professionals and the associated risk of substance abuse and review resources available for recognition and management of Substance Use Disorder; 2. Recognize medications used for common mental health disorders; 3. Avoid adverse drug interactions in patients with SUD and comorbid mental health disorders; 4. Utilize readily available screening tools to identify dental patients at risk of SUD; 5. Describe the basic operations of the North Carolina Caring Dental Professionals Program and teh risk of healthcare providers for SUD.
Dr. Jeske is Professor, Department of General Practice and Dental Public Health and Associate Dean for Strategic Planning & Continuing Dental Education, University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston. He earned his Ph.D. degree (pharmacology) and his D.M.D. degree at the Medical College of Georgia. Dr. Jeske is Editor of Contemporary Dental Pharmacology: Evidence-Based Considerations (Springer Publishing, Berlin), Editor-in-Chief of Mosby’s Dental Drug Reference and Section Editor (Pharmacology) of the Journal of Craniomandibular and Sleep Practice. He has served on the American Dental Association’s Council on Scientific Affairs and served as an Evidence Reviewer for the American Dental Association’s Center for Evidence-Based Dentistry. He is a Fellow of the International College of Dentists, the American College of Dentists, the Academy of Dentistry International and the Pierre Fauchard Academy. Dr. Jeske holds memberships in the ADA, TDA and GHDS, as well as Omicron Kappa Upsilon and Delta Sigma Delta, and he is recipient of the Distinguished Alumnus Award from the Medical College of Georgia School of Dentistry. Dr. Jeske has been in the private practice of general dentistry for 40 years. AGD Subject Code: Substance Abuse - 157 
Cancellation Policy:
Processing and service fees are non-refundable for any and all cancellations with no exceptions. Refunds will only be issued if requested 8 days or more prior to the event. No refunds will be given within 7 days of the event unless the event is canceled by CE Zoom, or unforeseen acts of God, in which we will try and reschedule the event prior to issuing a full refund, minus any processing fees. Please note, if this is a live-streamed event, you must have a good internet connection and refunds will not be issued due to poor connection or courses not counting for CE credit. If your cancellation/refund request falls within the refund guidelines please email support.cezoom.com and we will be happy to honor your request. Disclaimer: The information provided in courses through CE Zoom Partners, LLC (“CE Zoom”) contains content, views, and opinions that may not represent the views of CE Zoom, its associates, and sponsored affiliates. Participants are responsible for verifying the validity, accuracy, and relevance of all content before implementing any techniques, products, or recommendations into their practice. A single continuing education course does not provide enough information to give the participant the necessary expertise on the topic presented. The content of the courses may not be recorded or copied. The content of the courses is owned by the presenters, CE Zoom, its associates, or sponsored affiliates. Participants may not share or make available, in any way, the content of the courses.
Presenter: Arthur Jeske, DMD, PhD
Credits: 2.00
Course Contact: help@cezoom.com
Course Categories: Substance Abuse / Addiction (Basic Awareness, Problems of Drug Abuse & Addiction, Oral Effects, & Dependency Issues of Alcohol, Marijuana, Meth, etc)
Provider Approval: Nationally Recognized (AGD-PACE) Academy of General Dentistry Program approval for Continuing Education
Educational Type: Live
Educational Method: Lecture
Prerequisites: NONE
Sponsor(s): None
Conflict of Interest Disclosure: None
All CE Zoom related support: support.cezoom.com
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Overview:
CDE: 2 hours Overview: Treating apprehensive patients can cause stress...for the patient, the team and the dentist. Many patients feel anxiety at the thought of visiting the dentist. With the proper skills and understanding, dental professionals can help move the apprehensive patient toward improved oralhealth, managing complex dental treatment, and delivering treatment in a safe, calm and efficient manner.
In this course, gain a greater understanding of and techniques for treating the anxious dental patient. From the first phone call through the most challenging treatment plans, learn systems and strategies for assessing and managing dental fear. Recognize the safeguards which must be in place to ensure safety and predictability. Discover steps to increase practice efficiency through streamlining, automating and delegating. Learn what your practice can do to cultivate a patient experience that is relaxed and comfortable. Learning Objectives: * Review the triggers for dental fears and phobias * Understand the complexities and solutions for treating fearful patients * Identify techniques to help fearful patients feel safe in accepting treatment recommendations * Review clinical relaxation and sedation techniques useful for fearful and phobic patients 
William J. Moorhead DMD has developed and teaches systems and strategies for overcoming the challenging issues most practices face with absenteeism, turnover, lack of quick and adequate training, and high overhead.
Sometimes affectionately referred to as “Dr. Checklist,” Dr. Moorhead speaks across the United States on topics related to systems management, clinical efficiency, dental technology, medical emergencies, treating anxious patients and leadership. Dr. Moorhead practices full time in Flemingsburg, Kentucky, is co-founder of IV Sedation Training for Dentists LLC, and is also the founder and owner of StreamDent® software. Dr. Moorhead has served as President of the Blue Grass Dental Society in Lexington, Kentucky, Chair of the Kentucky Dental Association Executive Board, and is a Past President of the Kentucky Dental Association. Dr. Moorhead has earned Fellowships from the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation, the Pierre Fauchard Academy, the International College of Dentists and the American College of Dentists. He is a member of the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology, Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Association, Kentucky Dental Association, and the Blue Grass Dental Society. AGD Subject Code: Psychosocial anxiety & fear in dentistry - 153 
Cancellation Policy: Processing and service fees are non-refundable for any and all cancellations with no exceptions. Refunds will only be issued if requested 8 days or more prior to the event. No refunds will be given within 7 days of the event unless the event is canceled by CE Zoom, or unforeseen acts of God, in which we will try and reschedule the event prior to issuing a full refund, minus any processing fees. Please note, if this is a live-streamed event, you must have a good internet connection and refunds will not be issued due to poor connection or courses not counting for CE credit. If your cancellation/refund request falls within the refund guidelines please email support.cezoom.com and we will be happy to honor your request. Disclaimer: The information provided in courses through CE Zoom Partners, LLC (“CE Zoom”) contains content, views, and opinions that may not represent the views of CE Zoom, its associates, and sponsored affiliates. Participants are responsible for verifying the validity, accuracy, and relevance of all content before implementing any techniques, products, or recommendations into their practice. A single continuing education course does not provide enough information to give the participant the necessary expertise on the topic presented. The content of the courses may not be recorded or copied. The content of the courses is owned by the presenters, CE Zoom, its associates, or sponsored affiliates. Participants may not share or make available, in any way, the content of the courses.
Presenter: Dr. William Moorhead
Credits: 2.00
Course Contact: help@cezoom.com
Course Categories: Psychosocial Anxiety & Fear in Dentistry
Provider Approval: Nationally Recognized (AGD-PACE) Academy of General Dentistry Program approval for Continuing Education
Educational Type: Live
Educational Method: Lecture
Prerequisites: NONE
Sponsor(s): None
Conflict of Interest Disclosure: None
All CE Zoom related support: support.cezoom.com
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