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Oral Hard Tissue Disease and Home Care Management (ce661) - Introduction

Oral Hard Tissue Disease and Home Care Management

COURSE NUMBER: 661

Beth Jordan, RDH, MS

Credit Hours:

1.5 Hour(s)

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The purpose of this interactive course is to provide dental practitioners and students with an overview of hard tissue disease, factors that influence the disease process and evidence-based self-care prevention practices. This course includ...

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Overview

The purpose of this interactive course is to provide dental practitioners and students with an overview of hard tissue disease, factors that influence the disease process and evidence-based self-care prevention practices. This course includes patient cases as knowledge point checks.


Dental caries and dental erosion are global, prevalent issues that are largely preventable and can cause considerable pain, quality of life issues, esthetic challenges, or all. This module differentiates between caries and erosion by explaining their causes and development processes. It will then differentiate between strategies for prevention and optimal self-care.


To understand caries and erosion development, it’s necessary to understand the anatomy of teeth and their environment - genetics, and human protective factors within the oral environment and external factors at play and the complex system that works together to help stop caries and help prevent erosion.

  • Intended Audience:

    Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students

  • Date Course Online:

    Oct 1, 2021

  • Last Revision Date:

    Oct 7, 2024

  • Course Expiration Date:

    Oct 6, 2027

  • Cost:

    Free

  • Method:

    Self-instructional

  • AGD Subject Code(s):

    10, 257

  • Technical Requirements:

    Stable internet connection and the latest version of browser and device software are recommended.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:


  • Demonstrate understanding of causes of mineral loss in hard tissues of the oral cavity.
  • Distinguish between mineral loss due to caries process versus the erosive tooth wear process.
  • Explain human protective factors for oral hard tissue.
  • Differentiate amongst common dentifrice fluoride compounds.
  • Recommend self-care treatment options based on the primary causes of density loss.

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.

Author(s)

Acknowledgement

We would like to thank Dr. Robert Faller for his contributions to previous iterations of this course. Robert (“Bob”) V. Faller passed away on June 14, 2024. His impact on dental professionals through CE courses such as this one is appreciated and will be missed.

Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement

  • Beth Jordan is a current employee of Procter & Gamble.

Beth Jordan, RDH, MS is a graduate of Westbrook College, UNE, Dental Hygiene and held an adjunct clinical faculty position for a number of years. She worked in private practice until 2001 when she became an employee of the Procter & Gamb...

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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 all states that use CE Broker for licensure, “proof of completions” are electronically reported the first of every month. If a course was taken in November, the “proof of completion” will be submitted the beginning of December.

Recognition

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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

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AADH Approved Program Provider

Procter & Gamble is designated as an approved Provider by the American Academy of Dental Hygiene, Inc. #AADHPGC (January 1, 2024-December 31, 2025). Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial Board of Dentistry. Licensee should maintain this document in the event of an audit.