Managing Dental Erosive Tooth Wear: Current Understanding and Future Directions
COURSE NUMBER: 517
Nicola West, BDS PhD FDS RCS (Eng) FDS (Rest Dent) FDS RCS Ed FHEA; Warden H. Noble, DDS, MS, MSEd; Donald J. White, PhD; Natasha West, BDS, MFDS RCSEd
Credit Hours:
2 Hour(s)
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The purpose of this course is to provide information on the dental erosive tooth wear process, highlight key similarities and differences between erosive tooth wear and caries, provide effective strategies to help educate patients who are a...
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Overview
The purpose of this course is to provide information on the dental erosive tooth wear process, highlight key similarities and differences between erosive tooth wear and caries, provide effective strategies to help educate patients who are at risk for developing erosive tooth wear and manage patients who are already experiencing the condition to minimize its effects.
Intended Audience:
Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Assisting Students
Date Course Online:
Apr 4, 2017
Last Revision Date:
Oct 31, 2023
Course Expiration Date:
Oct 30, 2026
Cost:
Free
Method:
Self-instructional
AGD Subject Code(s):
10, 730, 430
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:
- Discuss trends related to the prevalence of dental erosive tooth wear.
- Understand similarities and differences between dental erosive tooth wear and dental caries.
- Explain the etiology of dental erosive tooth wear to patients.
- Discuss the long-term effects of dental erosion.
- Explain strategies for diagnosing and managing patients at risk for dental erosion.
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)
Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement
- Prof. West has undertaken consulting work and given scientific lectures on behalf of P&G. She has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
- Dr. Noble has undertaken consulting work and given scientific lectures on behalf of P&G. He has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
- Dr. White previously worked for Procter & Gamble and is now retired. He has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
- Dr. Natasha West has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
Nicola West
BDS PhD FDS RCS (Eng) FDS (Rest Dent) FDS RCS Ed FHEA
Warden H. Noble
DDS, MS, MSEd
Donald J. White
PhD
Natasha West
BDS, MFDS RCSEd
Submission Information
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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
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Procter & Gamble is designated as an approved Provider by the American Academy of Dental Hygiene, Inc. #AADHPGC (January 1, 2022-December 31, 2023). Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial Board of Dentistry. Licensee should maintain this document in the event of an audit.
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