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At the conclusion of this program attendees should understand: - The impact dental professionals have on patient health beyond the oral cavity. - The mechanism of periodontal disease development and the immuno-inflammatory response. - Risk assessment to maximize clinical outcomes - Oral/systemic research findings and their relevance to clinical practice. Course Outline 1- The science of periodontal disease: Detailed discussion of; biofilm, perio pathogens, bacterial alteration of microenvironment and survival strategies bacterial invasion of gingival epithelium, infection, inflammatory response, bacteremia, immune system and the mechanism of periodontal tissue destruction. 2- Risk assessment: Understanding the primary role of risk factor reduction. 3- C-reactive protein: CRP and cardiovascular events, coronary heart disease, blood levels, periodontal disease and CRP. 4- Oral/Systemic link update: Emerging research concerning oral/systemic links. 5- Medical manifestations of periodontal disease: Cardiovascular diseases, adverse pregnancy events, diabetic complications, the mechanism of action of insulin, and the impact of periodontal disease on glycemic control. 6- Practice modifications: Incorporating research findings into daily practice to enhance patient care, Arestin utilization.

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This presentation discusses the details of periodontal disease development including; biofilm, the mechanism of bacterial invasion of the gingiva and the immuno-inflammatory response. Additional topics include; risk assessment, C-reactive protein, cardiovascular diseases, diabetic complications, and adverse pregnancy events. The presentation concludes with a discussion of how to incorporate research findings into daily practice to enhance patient care.

Credits: 2.0

Price: 70.00

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Reviewing the types of patients we see in our practices, the specialization and categories of home care products available in stores, and the factors that go into the purchasing decisions of patients. Understanding the importance and relevance of the RDA (abrasive index) of toothpastes. Understanding the reasons why it is necessary to customize your patients home care regimen.

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We would all agree that the quality of everything in dentistry has improved dramatically in the last decade or so – from restorative materials to laboratory services to diagnostic aids to practice management technology to preventative products. It has long been a ‘tradition’ in practices to ‘hand out’ a general home care product bag at recall appointments. Are we really doing the right thing for our patients when we do this considering all the different types of conditions and circumstances we are treatment planning and treating in our office? Should every patient receive the same ‘product of the month’ package, and do we know what we are actually giving them? And, if we aren’t giving them anything or recommending specific home care products, what are they buying when they go to the store after leaving your office with their implants or ten veneers? This course examines the reasons why we need to focus more on customizing the proper home care for our patients based on their needs and treatment plans. There are literally hundreds of choices on the supermarket and pharmacy shelves. The program takes a look at the abrasive index of toothpastes, the issue of alcohol in rinses, and the reasons why we should choose a professional line of products to offer in our practices.

Credits: 1.5

Price: 52.50

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Dentistry has a Heart will allow the team to: communicate with the cardiologists in their community for reciprocating referrals utilize items to promote health and heart awareness in the dental practice engage the patients in referral activities.

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Dentistry has a heart is a program for dental teams that wish to promote the health benefits of preventive dentistry. Heart disease is the number one killer of women and chronic inflammation is a leading factor in the development of heart disease. This program will enable you to promote Dentistry has a Heart month in conjunction with the cardiologists in your community. You will receive helpful tools to bring attention to the role of the dental team in preventing heart disease.

Credits: 1.5

Price: 52.50

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• Review the cause of true hypersensitivity plus additional causes in which our patients may define their pain. Treatment is challenged without a consistent mearsurement of pain or willingness for a patient to change a habit. • Recognize the symptoms of dental anxiety which may or may not be coupled with dentin hypersensitivity. • Utilize Products for Precise Results once you arrive at a definitive solution pertaining to dentin hypersensitivity or dental anxiety.

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How many of your patients are enduring some degree of pain or discomfort before, during or after a dental appointment? Dentin hypersensitivity and dental anxiety felt in our chair invite despair. Recognize that knowing the pain of your patient directs you in gaining optimum results via product awareness. This team centered course introduces pain free solutions applying your own experiences, thus exchanging despair to improved patient care.

Credits: 1.5

Price: 52.50

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• Identify what screenings may be offered to your patients via your hygiene department. Each screening offers a variety options for you to select and build upon in remaining at your professional peak performance. • Your patient’s health history will prompt you to ask in-depth questions and assist them in recognizing the overlapping screenings within our health profession. • Establish strategies for realistic and consistent implementation within your hygiene department for continued success in providing optimum oral health care.

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If each person’s perception is reality, what would be the perceived value they receive within your practice? Have you broken away from the antiquated terminology of “cleaning” to promote “preventative care” via implementing screening services which encompass total well being? Vital information and documentation concerning high blood pressure, oral cancer, occlusion, periodontal disease and caries are a few critical screenings to support a fresh perception during each patient’s visit. Equip yourselves and your patients with essential data to be utilized the next day, providing quality care and acquiring optimal health are delivered within this enlightening program. Our ability to make a difference IS a reality.

Credits: 1.5

Price: 52.50

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• Review of reversible and irreversible memory related conditions. Our focus will be directed toward the two most common being Alzheimer’s disease and Stroke. • Identify medications that may be taken for Alzheimer’s disease in effort to delay memory loss. You will also be able to compare medications taken by both Alzheimer’s disease and Stroke patients. • Learn how to simplify appointment to adapt to patient’s behavior, discover caregiver’s stress symptoms and maintain your memory.

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Ever walk into a specific room, only to forget what it was you wanted? Have you lost your train of thought stating, “I’m having a senior moment.”? Senior moments aren’t the only traits associated with aging. Protect both your loved ones and patients by arming yourself with the facts concerning our aging population. The truth is that the number of Americans turning 65 daily will jump from 6,000 today to 10,000 per day in 2011. This enlightening program will prepare you to act now as age related ailments will indeed occur within the appointment. Discover how to maintain a healthy oral environment by overcoming the challenges due to medications, nutrition, and behavior.

Credits: 2.0

Price: 70.00

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At the conclusion of this program attendees should understand: - The impact dental professionals have on patient health beyond the oral cavity. - The mechanism of periodontal disease development and the immuno-inflammatory response. - Risk assessment to maximize clinical outcomes - Oral/systemic research findings and their relevance to clinical practice. Course Outline 1- The science of periodontal disease: Detailed discussion of; biofilm, perio pathogens, bacterial alteration of microenvironment and survival strategies bacterial invasion of gingival epithelium, infection, inflammatory response, bacteremia, immune system and the mechanism of periodontal tissue destruction. 2- Risk assessment: Understanding the primary role of risk factor reduction. 3- C-reactive protein: CRP and cardiovascular events, coronary heart disease, blood levels, periodontal disease and CRP. 4- Oral/Systemic link update: Emerging research concerning oral/systemic links. 5- Medical manifestations of periodontal disease: Cardiovascular diseases, adverse pregnancy events, diabetic complications, the mechanism of action of insulin, and the impact of periodontal disease on glycemic control. 6- Practice modifications: Incorporating research findings into daily practice to enhance patient care, Arestin utilization.

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This presentation discusses the details of periodontal disease development including; biofilm, the mechanism of bacterial invasion of the gingiva and the immuno-inflammatory response. Additional topics include; risk assessment, C-reactive protein, cardiovascular diseases, diabetic complications, and adverse pregnancy events. The presentation concludes with a discussion of how to incorporate research findings into daily practice to enhance patient care. (The Florida Dental Hygiene Association is NOT responsible for any of the content contatined or views expressed in this presentation)

Credits: 3.0

Price: 105.00

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After this course the dental hygienist will know how to: 1. Look for options to increase the service mix offered to patients and the dental practice 2. Work on commission or production 3. Assemble a portfolio

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Over 300 dental hygiene schools in the US compared to over 50 dental schools in the US means that the focus of the dental hygiene practice is changing. Statues compel hygienists to work within artificial confines for now. The future is here. Between developing a professional portfolio and expanding services within the limited scope of any state, dental hygienists across the nation are recreating the dental hygiene practice.

Credits: 2.0

Price: 70.00

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After this course the student will know: 1.where xylitol is made 2.how xylitol effects biofilm stability 3.new ways of using xylitol in medicine and dentistry for chronic wounds and dental decay

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Xylitol has medicinal qualities that verge on fantastic. The dental community has taken to this tooth friendly sugar and medicine is starting to see incredible benefits as well. This course will explore the development of xylitol as a sugar substitute, how it’s made, and the astounding number of ways xylitol can affect diseases from caries to upper respiratory illnesses.

Credits: 2.0

Price: 70.00

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At the end of the session, the attendee will be able to: Perform at least ten exercises, specifically for the dental professional, to help prevent or maintain muscular-skeletal health. Discuss the importance of movement throughout the day to allay back, neck and shoulder aches.

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Join Juli in this engaging genuine Pilates exercise class like no other and experience joint release stretches and classic Pilates matwork designed specifically for the dental professional. Correct pitiable posture and learn to sit tall, stand strong and work without pain! Your abs, back & buns will thank you! Exercise mat or large towel recommended for the course. For participants with neck issues, please have an extra smaller towel.

Credits: 1.5

Price: 52.50

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At the end of the session, the attendee will be able to: Identify the cause of forward flexion of the spine while seated. Discuss the prevalence of neck and shoulder injuries for the dental professional. Explain neutral pelvic position while seated, including neutral spinal alignment. Recommend appropriate strategies for sitting as well as ergonomic strategies in the dental treatment room to minimize physical strain or injury. Demonstrate at least five exercises, specific for the dental professional, that can be performed chairside, to help prevent or maintain muscular-skeletal health.

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Fed up with lower back or shoulder aches? Want to get rid of that pain in your neck, once and for all? Learn the causes and solutions to these distressing conditions in addition to chairside exercises to help you sit tall, stand strong, and work without pain!

Credits: 2.0

Price: 70.00

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At the end of this program, participants will be able to: 1. Describe the connections between oral inflammation and systemic disease. 2. Detail the benefits to the patient and to the dental practice engaged in active screening for diabetes and other metabolic disorders. 3. Explain the role of evidence based supplements in dentistry 4. Explain the importance of an emergency data card to the patient, staff, and dental practice

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Heart disease is the #1 Killer in the U.S. Inflammation is the basis of all disease. With the prevalence of Diabetes exceeding one in 12 Americans, and the number of Americans at risk for diabetes exceeding 57 million, dentistry can have a significant impact to tackle these major health issues. Described in this program is an easy-to-implement dental office program for risk assessment for diabetes, heart attack and stroke, as well as other inflammatory conditions. Dr. Ron Schefdore, a practicing dentist and founder of Healthy Heart Dentistry, and Dr. Jack Maggiore, a medical technologist and Chief Scientific Officer of Healthy Heart Dentistry provide a detailed overview of the importance of the dental professional’s role in overall health.

Credits: 2.0

Price: 70.00

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1. Discuss current concepts of periodontal medicine 2. Review Biofilm Infections 3. Learn about the healing effect of light energy 4. Understand thermal disinfection and the effect of temperature on biologic tissue and bacteria 5. Interpret how laser energy interacts at all levels of the periodontal infections 6. Discover how the laser promotes periodontal healing 7. Examine multiple applications of laser dentistry

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Developments in our understanding of bacteria, the immune system and the processes of inflammation have led to new concepts that lead to the need for improved diagnostics, therapeutic models of treatment and management of periodontal infection. Join us as we take a scientific journey through the fundamentals of laser science and discover how diode laser energy interacts at all levels of the periodontal infections and why. Explore the value and benefit of diode laser assisted therapy as we take a diagnostic walk that looks at new targets and pathways of early diagnosis and intervention that will expand your practice profitability and patient health as we meet the demands of oral and systemic health in the 21st Century.

Credits: 3.5

Price: 120.00

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Attendees of this course will obtain: 1-An outline for a comprehensive dental hygiene examination 2-Systems for utilizing technology to increase Co-Diagnosis 3-Steps to create an empowering environment for all team members 4-Practical skills to manage time while maximizing effectiveness 5-Take Home tips to implement tomorrow to increase hygiene Co-Diagnosis

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Top hygienists know that co-diagnosis is crucial to enrolling patients into restorative and periodontal care. Cooperative diagnosis allows hygienists to tap into their talents for observation and patient education while increasing their value to the practice. Achieving a high level of co-diagnosis requires communication between hygienist, doctor and patient along with the right tools for diagnosis and education. This course outlines simple steps that will take your diagnostic confidence and effectiveness through the roof.

Credits: 2.0

Price: 70.00

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Identify historical perspectives of the disease Identify the structure and components of the human immunodeficiency virus Identify the different modes of HIV transmission Specify risk factors/behaviors to HIV transmission Explain the progression of HIV disease Discuss underlying causes of HIV infection List and discuss oral manifestations of HIV Describe prevention strategies State current infection control and sterilization issues Answer the question about what a health care worker should do if exposed State current FL law on HIV/AIDS treatment, testing and confidentiality.

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The emergence of HIV during 1981 proved to forever change the way that society and medicine view pathogens. Seven years later when testing methods were established, high-risk behaviors identified, and the natural history discovered medicine did not realize that they were no closer to stopping this deadly virus than they were prior to the start of the pandemic. Looking back on almost 30 years of surveillance, testing, and trials has afforded scientists much knowledge about this disease yet no concrete cure. In order to provide thorough and complete care to patients, dental practitioners must understand the HIV virus, and its impacts and implications on the management of patients. Having updated and clear information as well as preventive factors will help practitioners not only reduce their own anxiety about HIV patients and transmission, but will help to alleviate fear in patients will reducing risk for the community.

Credits: 2.5

Price: 80.00

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1. Understand the relationship between medical errors and patient safety in dentistry 2. Recognize factors that contribute to the incidence of medical errors 3. Discuss the Patient Safety Goals for Dentistry© 4. Learn to analyze errors and develop practical error prevention strategies 5. Integrate best practices for patient safety throughout your entire practice

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Providing dental care in a safe and trusted environment is the number one priority. Yet, patient injury, mishaps and near misses cost the Nation billions of dollars annually according to the Institute of Medicine. Dentistry is not immune to patient-related accidents, errors or mishaps. As research, technology and interdisciplinary care continue to develop, the need for sound patient safety practices in dentistry increases. This course teaches you the basics of establishing and maintaining a culture of safety in your practice. Be confident the choices you make optimize the safe delivery of care, enhance quality and reduce opportunity for error or liability in your practice. This course meets the Florida mandatory preventing medical errors requirement for initial licensure or renewal.

Credits: 2.0

Price: 70.00

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1) Review risk management principles as related to the practice of dental hygiene including duty owed patients, standard of care and dental hygiene diagnosis. 2) Identify key strategies for minimizing patient risk such as risk communication and documentation. 3) Identify key strategies for minimizing practitioner risk such as rationale for carrying malpractice insurance and laws and statutes impacting your practice.

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Research, technology and access to care continue to expand the practice of dental hygiene. While these advancements present exciting professional opportunities to serve patients, they also present unforeseen areas of exposure. Dental hygienists have a professional obligation to reduce risk and legal liability in their practice. This course presents an overview of basic risk management principles as related to dental hygiene as well as key strategies for minimizing patient-related and practitioner-related perils. Regardless of your practice setting, implementing proven risk management strategies is more important now than ever.

Credits: 1.5

Price: 52.50