UOR 2018 Credits: 2 Course Code: GF62M8 CA #: 02-4527-15266 As the US population continually grows older, more and more older adult patients are retaining their natural teeth and presenting for care in our dental offices. Because this special population has many medical and dental issues, dental professionals must stay abreast of conditions/pathologies these patients experience, to provide the best care possible. This course contains current information about conditions experienced by this population, specifically women, and their implications for dental care. Examples of pathology from Ms. Lukes’ personal collection of images exposed at senior adult oral cancer screening events are included and oral hygiene techniques for both dentate and non-dentate patients will be discussed. 1. Describe key trends in the demographics of the aging population 2. Explain additional assessment procedures required for treating older adult patients 3. Compare/contrast age related and pathology induced systems changes and disorders in older adults 4. Explain options for managing xerostomia in older adult patients 5. List systemic diseases experienced by older adults and management of oral symptoms 6. Explain common oral conditions/pathology experienced by older adults 7. Describe various oral hygiene techniques for the dentate and edentulous older adult patient
Course Includes
- 1 Lesson
CE credit(s): 2
Course Type: Live Conference
Published Date:
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 2 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 2 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: . Expires 8/31/19 0:00. “This course meets the Dental Board of California’s requirements for 2 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.
11/1/2022 to 10/31/2024.
Provider ID# 320452
AGD code:
Endeavor Business Media is designated as an approved Provider by the American Academy of Dental Hygiene, Inc. #AADHPNW (January 1, 2022–December 31, 2024). 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:
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.
