Overview
PRESENTED BY MILLIE WESCOE, RDH, PHDHP. Millie has practiced as a hygienist in the Lehigh Valley for more than 40 years and has spoken in our area previously on Autoimmune Diseases.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course will include a review of the oral cavity's role in digestion as well as the rationale for including this as part of patient education when relevant. Specific autoimmune and non-autoimmune digestive disorders along with their influence on and repercussions to the oral cavity will be discussed. From Sjogren's to Celiac's to Esophegeal Reflux, the clinician will gain ability to provide education, support and possible recommendations to clients who suffer from chronic and often serious digestive conditions.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
- Define the specific digestive functions of the oral cavity, stomach and intestinal system
- Cite the manner in which specific oral conditions can affect the digestive process
- Describe the various autoimmune and non-autoimmune digestive diseases including symptoms and effects on the oral cavity
- Identify the difference between autoimmune and non-autoimmune digestive disorders
- Recognize the adjunctive role of the hygienist in assisting the client with a digestive disorder
PRICING:
PDHA Academy Member: $30
ADHA/PDHA Member: $40
Non Member/Dentist/Staff: $60
**FOOD PROVIDED**
REGISTER BY MAY 20TH TO AVOID $10 LATE FEE
**PLEASE BRING A NON-PERISHIBLE FOOD ITEM FOR THE NCC STUDENT FOOD BANK!**
Course Contact: cynthia55@gmail.com
Course Categories: Medical Health Subjects / Oral Systemic Health Connections (Diabetes, Heart Disease, etc) / Scientific Courses
Provider Approval: Associated, affiliated, sponsored, approved, accredited, or offered by the (ADHA) American Dental Hygienists' Association,The Pennsylvania academy of Dental Hygiene studies
Educational Type: Live
Educational Method: Lecture
Prerequisites : None
Sponsor(s): None
Conflict of Interest Disclosure: None
All CE Zoom related support: support.cezoom.com
Date / Time
Wed, May 22, 2019: 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM EDT
Location
Green Pond Country Club
Bethlehem, PA
Tuition
$30-60