More Than Aligners: The Home Care Connection to Invisalign and Airway Health
COURSE NUMBER: 1020
Sarah Johnson , DMD
Credit Hours:
1.5 Hour(s)
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Orthodontic treatment can be about more than creating a beautiful smile. As clinicians increasingly recognize the relationship between craniofacial development, airway health, and overall wellness, Invisalign has become an important tool in...
Overview
Orthodontic treatment can be about more than creating a beautiful smile. As clinicians increasingly recognize the relationship between craniofacial development, airway health, and overall wellness, Invisalign has become an important tool in comprehensive treatment planning. However, both airway-related conditions such as mouth breathing and the use of aligner therapy can create unique challenges for the oral environment, including increased biofilm accumulation, gingival inflammation, enamel demineralization, and shifts in the oral microbiome. This course explores the intersection of airway health, Invisalign treatment, and preventive home care strategies, highlighting how evidence-based oral hygiene protocols can support healthier outcomes throughout treatment.
Intended Audience:
Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Therapists, Dental Educators, Dental Hygiene Educators, Dental Assistant Educators, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Assisting Students, Office Managers
Live Webinar Date
July 8, 2026 | 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Course Expiration Date:
Jul 7, 2029
Cost:
Free
Method:
Live Webinar
AGD Subject Code(s):
180, 370
Technical Requirements:
Stable internet connection and the latest version of browser and device software are recommended.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Discuss the relationship between craniofacial development, orthodontic treatment, and airway health, and identify ways Invisalign may support broader functional treatment goals.
- Describe how airway-related conditions, particularly mouth breathing, can alter the oral microbiome and contribute to increased risks for caries, gingival inflammation, and oral disease.
- Recognize how aligner therapy influences the oral environment, including its effects on plaque retention, biofilm accumulation, and oral hygiene challenges.
- Understand the combined impact of airway dysfunction and aligner wear on oral health, and identify strategies to minimize these risks during treatment.
- Evaluate the role of advanced oral hygiene technologies and stannous fluoride formulations in controlling biofilm, reducing gingival inflammation, protecting enamel, and supporting a healthier oral microbiome.
- Implement practical home care recommendations with Crest products that help patients maintain optimal oral health while undergoing Invisalign treatment and pursuing airway-focused treatment goals.
Disclaimers
- P&G is providing these resource materials to dental professionals. We do not own this content nor are we responsible for any material herein.
- Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice. Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy.
Note: Registration is required to take test.
Submission Information
Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) Submission For credit transfers to appear in your AGD account in real time, make sure to add your AGD membership number in the field provided on the “Share Your Test Score” page.
CE Broker For states that use CE Broker for licensure, “proof of completions” are electronically reported by entering your state and license number in the appropriate fields during the certificate completion process.
Recognition
Approved PACE Program Provider
THE PROCTER & GAMBLE COMPANY
Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.
Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.
8/1/2021 to 7/31/2027
Provider ID# 211886
AADH Approved Program Provider
Procter and Gamble is designated as an approved provider by the American Academy of Dental Hygiene, Inc. #AADHPGC (January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2027). Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial Board of Dentistry. Licensee should maintain this document in the event of an audit.