TITLE: Diabetes and Oral Care:
Managing Oral Health in Diabetic Patients
COURSE FEE: Complimentary
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CREDITS: This continuing
education activity is designated for 1 credit
DURATION: 60 minutes
AGD PACE SUBJECT CODE: 730 Oral
Medicine
CE SUPPORTER: H2Ocean
MODE: Electronically Mediated |
Live Interactive Webinar
SPEAKER: Dr. Rajiv Saini, MS
AUDIENCE: Dentists, Dental
Hygienists, Dental Therapists, Dental Assistants
TECHNOLOGY REQUIRED:
Mobile device, laptop or desktop with internet connection | Google
Chrome Browser
INSTRUCTIONS: Dental CE
Academy hosts all webinars using the ClickMeeting platform. Upon
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spam/junk/promotions folders. We recommend logging in 15 minutes
early in the event you require assistance.
HANDOUTS: Distributed via
email to all attendees 1 hour prior to start, during and after the
webinar.
QUIZ FOR CE CREDIT VERIFICATION:
At the conclusion of the webinar, attendees will be redirected to
complete a quiz for CE credit. An 80% minimum passing score is
required, multiple attempts are permitted, and attendees have 7
days to successfully complete the quiz for CE credit.
COURSE SUMMARY: Diabetes
affects over 37 million people in the United States alone, with
many more impacted worldwide. Diabetes can lead to a range of oral
health issues, including periodontal disease, dry mouth,
infections, and delayed healing, posing unique challenges for
dental professionals. In this course, you will learn about the
bidirectional relationship between diabetes and oral health and
explore practical approaches to managing diabetic patients in the
dental setting. Attendees will also discover the benefits of
sugar-free mouthwash in promoting oral hygiene and preventing
complications, making it an ideal choice for diabetic patients.
This course is designed for dental professionals seeking to enhance
their expertise in managing oral care for diabetic patients. Gain
insights into effective care strategies that not only address oral
health concerns but also support overall diabetes management,
improving patient outcomes.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
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Identify common oral health issues related to
diabetes, such as periodontal disease, dry mouth, and
infections.
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Understand the impact of diabetes on oral health
and its bidirectional relationship with systemic health.
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Develop patient care strategies that incorporate
preventive and therapeutic approaches for managing oral
complications in diabetic patients.
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Explore the role of sugar free mouthwash in
maintaining oral health and controlling diabetes related oral
issues.
DISCLOSURE OF SPEAKER AND FACULTY
COMMERCIAL RELATIONSHIPS: According to Dental CE
Academy's Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Policy, faculty and
speakers for any course are expected to disclose any economic
support, personal interests, or potential bias that may be
perceived as creating a conflict related to the material being
presented. Disclosure statements are printed in each course
description and announced by moderators or individual speakers at
the beginning of each presentation. This policy is intended to
alert the audience to any potential bias or conflict so that
participants may form their own judgments about the material being
presented.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND FINANCIAL
DISCLOSURE: This course is sponsored by H2Ocean. The
speaker, Dr. Rajiv Saini, MS declares a financial relationship with
H2Ocean. For written documentation you may contact
support@dentalcenow.com.
DENTAL CE ACADEMY DISCLOSURE:
The views expressed and opinions and materials presented during
these live and recorded presentations represent the personal views
and opinions of the individual speaker and do not necessarily
represent the views and opinions of Dental CE Academy. Dental
CE Academy assumes no responsibility for the content of the
presentations made by the individual speakers. Any suggested
protocols for treatment, materials, or services may be based up on
the speakers' own clinican experience and should not be construed
as Dental CE Academy recommended or endorsed. Selected
presentations may include exploratory research or experimental
procedures and are intended for informational purposes that may
lead to new interest and scientific breakthroughs in the fields of
dentistry. Dental CE Academy appreciates its educators who
share their knowledge and expertise. This level of dedication to
dentistry allows our profession to expand and thrive and provokes
necessary discussion and understanding.
