Overview:
It is not uncommon for hygienists to use one or two instruments to treat their patients. Often, these instruments are similar to what they used in dental hygiene school. Over the past ten years, the dental hygiene instrumentation market has exploded with new and innovative designs that change the way we provide care for our patients. Unfortunately, many hygienists are unaware of the newer technologies. This hands-on course will provide detailed information on the latest cutting-edge instrument designs from different manufacturers. This course will also assist dental hygienist with creating hygiene packs that require fewer instruments that fit within budgetary constraints and allow the clinician to treat patients with advanced periodontal conditions. Educational Objectives 1. List instruments that are commonly used in preclinical dental hygiene 2. Describe how instrument design and classification impact the delivery of dental hygiene therapy 3. Design budget friendly hygiene setups that contain instruments that ensure the best treatment outcomes. 4. Develop a system that allows for continuous replacement of dental hygiene instruments
Presenter: Dr. Joy Void-Holmes, RDH, BSDH, MHSc,
Credits: 3.00
Course Contact: rdhmm@yahoo.com
Course Categories: New Concepts in Dental Hygiene,Periodontics (Diagnosis, Treatment (surgical/non-surgical), Maintenance, Scaling / Instrumentation, Supportive Perio Therapies),Dental Materials / Products,Clinical Application / Techniques / Procedures,Evaluation, Selection, Incorporation, Care of Dental Equipment, Instruments
Provider Approval: Maryland Board Approved
Educational Type: Live
Educational Method: Lecture
Prerequisites:
Sponsor(s): None
Conflict of Interest Disclosure: None
All CE Zoom related support: support.cezoom.com
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Overview:
If You DON’T Snooze, You Lose: Uncovering Sleep
Disordered Breathing Course Description As co-therapists in multidisciplinary
treatment, dental professionals have the opportunity to play a significant role
in changing the path of an individual’s life. Routine screenings are a vitally
important component to any comprehensive treatment plan. Optimal patient care has
expanded to include screenings we have not considered in the past. Screening
for Sleep Disordered Breathing is no exception. The dental professional is in a
position to provide many of these screenings. Emerging research on Sleep
Disordered Breathing (SDB) and the far-reaching health effects for an
individual, underscores the need to elevate our knowledge and embrace the value
of our role in early discovery. Sleep Disordered Breathing is a global issue
that knows no boundaries, be it socioeconomics, gender, race or age. This course will assist the dental
professional in developing the fundamental knowledge for Sleep Disordered Breathing
to confidently screen, discuss, refer and help manage the SDB patient(s). Course Objectives Upon completion of this course, the
individual will be able to:
- Identify various
forms of Sleep Disordered Breathing.
- Assess the risks
associated with SDB at various stages in life.
- Evaluate oral/systemic
challenges with the SDB patient.
- Recognize the
dental professional’s role in the pathway of referral and management of
SDB.
Smell It Like It Is: Addressing
Halitosis
Oral malodor,
also known as halitosis, is a condition that has been recognized since ancient
times. It is a valid concern affecting millions of individuals. Americans spend
over 2 billion dollars annually for fresher breath. Dental professionals are
placed in the ideal position to offer solutions for an embarrassing problem.
This course is designed to assist the dental professional in addressing
halitosis. In addition, it will empower the clinician to have courageous
conversations and recommend various solutions to address halitosis.
Course Objectives:
Upon completion of this course,
the participants will be able to:
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Describe and
differentiate between the three classifications
- of halitosis.
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Recognize the
sources in the production of halitosis.
- Describe and recommend various
solutions for the
- prevention
and treatment of halitosis.
Presenter: Danette R. Ocegueda, RDH, MS
Credits: 3.00
Course Contact:
Course Categories: Sleep Medicine / Breathing / Snoring and Sleep Apnea,Diet and Nutrition (Dental Effects and Nutritional Counseling of the Patient),Diagnosis & Treatment Planning,Dental Hygiene Courses / Services ,Oral / Dental Health Care & Conditions (Hypersensitivity, Trauma, Halitosis, Xerostomia, Orofacial Pain, Oral Complications to Medicine Use, etc)
Provider Approval: Maryland Board Approved
Educational Type: Live
Educational Method: Lecture
Prerequisites:
Sponsor(s): None
Conflict of Interest Disclosure: None
All CE Zoom related support: support.cezoom.com
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