Proven Strategies for Prevention & Homecare Success in Orthodontic Patients
COURSE NUMBER: 1009
Trevor Nichols, DMD, MS
Credit Hours:
1.5 Hour(s)
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Live CE Webinar: August 13, 2025,8:00-9:30 PM ET
Orthodontic appliances make oral hygiene more challenging, increasing the risk of plaque accumulation, gingival inflammation, and white spot lesions. This course presents a practical, e...
Overview
Live CE Webinar: August 13, 2025,8:00-9:30 PM ET
Orthodontic appliances make oral hygiene more challenging, increasing the risk of plaque accumulation, gingival inflammation, and white spot lesions. This course presents a practical, evidence-based approach to preventing these issues through patient education, clinical coaching, and smart at-home practices. We’ll cover the critical habits that lead to success—including effective brushing, flossing, fluoride use, and compliance—and demonstrate how using the right homecare tools complements these practices. Attendees will leave with tools to elevate both short-term hygiene and long-term oral health in patients undergoing orthodontic treatment.
Intended Audience:
Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Educators, Dental Hygiene Educators, Dental Assistant Educators, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Assisting Students, Office Managers, Dental Therapists
Live Webinar Date
August 13, 2025 | 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Course Expiration Date:
Aug 12, 2028
Cost:
Free
Method:
Live Webinar
AGD Subject Code(s):
250, 370
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:
- Identify the most common hygiene-related complications in orthodontic patients and how to prevent them.
- Teach and reinforce proper oral hygiene techniques for patients with braces and aligners.
- Build patient-specific homecare regimens that include brushing, flossing, rinsing, and targeted cleaning strategies.
- Recommend and explain how oscillation rotation electric toothbrushes and stannous fluoride paste can support clinical goals, enhance compliance, and reduce risk of white spot lesions.
- Motivate patients—especially teens—to engage with their homecare by using education, technology, and visual progress tools.
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
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CE Broker
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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 & 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.