"Systemic Influences on Oral Health/Liability Issues in Dentistry" 3 DVD set
This 3 DVD set includes 2 topics in the same set.
“Good oral health is not just the product of good oral hygiene. A growing body of evidence points to
a wide array of systemic influences that affect oral health. This course examines various systemic
diseases and medications that have a direct impact on oral health as well as the periodontal/systemic disease
link.”
Course Objectives:
- To increase knowledge about many systemic diseases that have oral implications
- To learn the latest information about the periodontal disease/systemic disease link
- To increase awareness of the importance of a thorough intraoral/extraoral examination
- To study various medications and their effects on oral tissues
Course Topics:
- Focal infection theory
- Pathogenicity of plaque
- Role of the host
- Bacteremias
- Infective endocarditis and premedication issues
- Cardiovascular disease and atherosclerosis
- Diabetes mellitus
- Respiratory diseases
- Pregnancy factors
- Chemotherapy and radiation patients
- Crohn’s disease
- Lifestyle factors
- AIDS
- BRONJ
- Other diseases
The practice of dentistry and dental hygiene involves adhering to strict standards of care. This course examines
the best methods for producing desirable results to avoid injury. Clinical standards are reflected in various case
histories.
Course Objectives:
- To increase knowledge about occurrences in the dental office that can result in injury to patients
- To learn the latest information about the top ten causes of liability
- To increase awareness of the importance of a thorough charting protocol
- To study the role of the patient in decision-making
- To implement informed consent protocol in treatment planning
Course Topics:
- Clinical competence for doctors and hygienists
- The top ten patient care issues for doctors and hygienists
- Tips on chart notes
- Various case histories of actual liability cases against doctors and hygienists
- The importance of open communication between clinician and patient
Upon completion of the post test, 6 continuing education credits will be awarded. This comprehensive course can be
purchased for $159, which includes shipping and handling.
Purchase now for $79 while supplies last!
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