Date: March 5, 2025 | 7:00 PM CST/8:00 PM EST
Duration: 1 Hour
Credits: 1
Presenter: Dr. Emily Boge EdD, RDH, CDA, FAADH, FADHA, CDIPC
Sponsor: Haleon
Cost: Free
Oral diseases are more than localized conditions—they represent a global health crisis fueled by biofilm-related inflammation. This course goes beyond the ‘how’ of biofilm removal to focus on the ‘WHY’. Understanding the critical role of biofilm in the global oral disease pandemic empowers clinicians to shift from routine care to purposeful, evidence-based strategies that can change lives. By connecting biofilm management to systemic health, this course inspires dental professionals to adopt innovative practices and elevate patient education. Learn how tailored homecare instructions and personalized preventive care can contribute to a healthier world, one patient at a time.
Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course, attendees will be able to:
- Identify Biofilm Components and Behaviors: Recognize the structure and growth patterns of oral biofilms.
- Describe Recent Research on Oral Biofilms: Summarize the latest scientific findings and global reports related to current oral disease conditions.
- Discuss the Oral-Systemic Health Link: Explain the connection between oral biofilms and systemic health issues.
- Highlight the Importance of Patient Homecare: Understand the critical role of patient education and consistent homecare routines in biofilm management and inflammation control in enhancing patient health outcomes.
- Implement Evidence-Based Techniques: Apply research-backed methods to customize biofilm removal strategies, emphasizing patient self-care practices.
Presented By
Wife, mother, farmer, college administrator, educator, inventor, public health advocate, businesswoman, researcher, writer, editor, speaker–yet always a dental hygienist— Dr. Emily Boge has worn many hats over 20+ years in the dental industry. She takes pride in utilizing her inquisitive mind and honest attitude to lead faculty at her college, influence manufacturers to listen to dental professionals in product innovation, and transform students into entry-level professionals, promoting the use of inner accountability, tenacity, and empowerment. Dr. Emily currently serves as Dental Administrative Chair at Hawkeye Community College in Waterloo, Iowa and owns a farm and the speaking, consulting, and writing firm Think Big Dental.
Supported in part through an unrestricted educational grant by:
Course Includes
- 1 Lesson
- Course Certificate
CE credit(s): 1
Course Type: Live Webinar
Published Date: March 5, 2025
This continuing education (CE) activity was developed by Endeavor Business Media with no commercial support.
This course was written for dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants, from novice to skilled.
Educational methods: This course is a self-instructional journal and web activity.
Provider disclosure: Endeavor Business Media neither has a leadership position nor a commercial interest in any products or services discussed or shared in this educational activity. No manufacturer or third party had any input in the development of the course content.
Requirements for successful completion: To obtain 1 CE credits for this educational activity, you must pay the required fee, review the material, complete the course evaluation, and obtain an exam score of 70% or higher.
CE planner disclosure: Laura Winfield, Endeavor Business Media dental group CE coordinator, neither has a leadership nor commercial interest with the products or services discussed in this educational activity. Ms. Winfield can be reached at lwinfield@endeavorb2b.com.
Educational disclaimer: Completing a single continuing education course does not provide enough information to result in the participant being an expert in the field related to the course topic. It is a combination of many educational courses and clinical experience that allows the participant to develop skills and expertise.
Image authenticity statement: The images in this educational activity have not been altered.
Scientific integrity statement: Information shared in this CE course is developed from clinical research and represents the most current information available from evidence-based dentistry.
Known benefits and limitations of the data: The information presented in this educational activity is derived from the data and information contained in the reference section.
Registration: The cost of this CE course is Free for 1 CE credits.
Cancellation and refund policy: Any participant who is not 100% satisfied with this course can request a full refund by contacting Endeavor Business Media in writing.
Provider information:
Dental Board of California: Provider RP5933. Course registration number CA code: 1-5933-22410. Expires March 4, 2026. “This course meets the Dental Board of California’s requirements for 1 units of continuing education.”
Endeavor Business Media is a nationally approved PACE program provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.
Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.
11/1/2024 to 10/31/2028.
Provider ID# 320452
AGD code: 730
Endeavor Business Media is designated as an approved provider by the American Academy of Dental Hygiene, Inc. #AADHEBM (January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2026). Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial Board of Dentistry. Licensee should maintain this document in the event of an audit. AADH code: AADHEBM-359-3-2025-1
Endeavor Business Media is an ADA CERP–recognized provider.
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of dental continuing education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.
Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to CERP at ada.org/goto/cerp.
