E-cigarettes and vaping: Educational strategies for the dental professional
A peer-reviewed article written by Jennifer S. Sherry, MSEd, RDH
Nicotine vaporizers and electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) continue to be a popular trend in the adult and adolescent population. Besides causing harm to a person’s lungs, vaping can have negative effects on the oral cavity, such as stomatitis and ulcerations in the mouth. Tobacco-containing products have been associated with both immediate and long-term adverse oral and systemic effects. Dental professionals may feel uncomfortable discussing the ill effects of vaping due to a lack of knowledge regarding the different types of products. Collaboration between medical and dental professionals will assist in providing a consistent and valuable educational message.
Educational objectives
At the conclusion of this educational activity, participants will be able to:
- Discuss the history of e-cigarettes
- Identify the many contents in e-liquid
- Describe the vast legislative changes in vaping within the last several years
- List the negative effects of vaping on the human body
- Utilize the educational flowchart to educate patients about vaping
Jennifer S. Sherry, MSEd, RDH, is an associate professor in the dental hygiene program at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. She teaches radiology, head and neck anatomy, advanced periodontics clinic, ethics/practice management/effective communication, and community oral health. Her research interests include child and senior health issues, public health, clinical dental hygiene, and improving access to oral health services.
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Course Includes
- 1 Lesson
- 1 Test
- Course Certificate
CE credit(s): 3
Course Type: Written
Published Date: September 2022
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 3 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.
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Provider information:
Dental Board of California: Provider RP5933. Course registration number CA code: 03-5933-22063. Expires August 2025. “This course meets the Dental Board of California’s requirements for 3 units of continuing education.”
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11/1/2022 to 10/31/2024.
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AGD code: 010
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