Caries Process, Prevention and Management: Intervention

COURSE NUMBER: 718

Apoena Aguiar Ribeiro, DDS, MS, PhD

Credit Hours:

1.5 Hour(s)

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Overview

This course is part 9 of a 10-part series entitled Caries Process, Prevention and Management. This course introduces the dental professional to the important role of fluoride in the prevention and control of dental caries. Systemic and topical forms of fluoride delivery are discussed as options for the majority of patients, and professional forms of fluoride delivery are discussed as sometimes-necessary measures for high-risk or caries-active patients.

Intended Audience:
Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Assisting Students, Dental Therapists
Date Course Online:
Aug 21, 2025
Last Revision Date:
NA
Course Expiration Date:
Aug 20, 2028
Cost:
Free
Method:
Self-instructional
AGD Subject Code(s):
10
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:

Be familiar with the history of fluoride in caries control.
Discuss how fluoride is processed by the body.
Describe how fluoride concentration varies in different parts of the tooth.
Identify the multiple ways in which fluoride provides protection from caries.
Explain the dental health consequences of too much fluoride exposure.
Discuss the primary methods of systemic and topical fluoride delivery.
Understand when professional forms of fluoride delivery may be necessary.

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 Robert V. Faller providing foundational content for the original version of this course and for his contributions to previous versions of a similar course.

Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement

Dr. Apoena Aguiar Ribeiro reports no conflicts of interest associated with this course. She has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

apoenaribeiro@hotmail.com

Apoena De Aguiar Ribeiro is a Pediatric Dentist and Microbiologist. She was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Among her 25 years of teaching, Ribeiro most recently served as a tenured associate professor in the Fluminense Federal University, D...

Submission Information

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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

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.