SS by Emily Boge: Cracking the Code on Chronic Pain in the Dental Hygiene Chair

Course Description:

This course intends to provide clear information and guidance for clinicians, as they navigate trigeminal neuralgia and the new ADA specialty of orofacial pain. This complex and multifaceted field encompasses a wide range of conditions and treatments affecting the mouth, face, head, neck, and related structures. In this course, learners will gain an introduction to the dental hygienist’s role in that process of care as an interprofessional collaborative healthcare provider.

Course Objectives:

• List the basic symptoms of trigeminal neuralgia and chronic orofacial pain
• Discuss the role of the dental hygienist in identifying and educating the patient on chronic orofacial pain.
• Complete a brief assessment for patients with reoccurring pain.
• Define the process for care referrals for patients with chronic pain.
• InvesIgate options for the management and treatment of chronic facial pain including medicaments and complementary therapies. 

Dr. Emily Boge, EdD, RDH, CDA, FAADH, FADHA

Wife, mother, farmer, college administrator, educator, inventor, public health advocate, businesswoman, researcher, writer, speaker–yet always a dental hygienist—Dr. Emily has worn many hats over the course of her 23 years in the dental industry. Dr. Emily takes pride in utilizing her inquisitive mind and honest attitude to lead faculty at her college, influence manufacturers to listen to dental professionals in product innovation and transform students into entry-level professionals, promoting the use of inner accountability, tenacity, and empowerment. In her free time, Dr. Emily enjoys cooking and baking, target shooting, fast cars, four-wheeling, reading, and shopping.

Sponsored by: 

AGD Subject Code: Orofacial Pain - 200

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