The Dry Mouth Epidemic – It’s More than Medications, Aging and Degenerative Diseases
COURSE NUMBER: 595
Anne N. Guignon, RDH, MPH, CSP
Credit Hours:
2 Hour(s)
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This course sheds light on the complexity of dry mouth syndrome, those at risk for dry mouth or xerostomia, and the value of healthy saliva composition and adequate flow rates.
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Overview
This course sheds light on the complexity of dry mouth syndrome, those at risk for dry mouth or xerostomia, and the value of healthy saliva composition and adequate flow rates.
Intended Audience:
Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Assisting Students
Date Course Online:
Nov 15, 2019
Last Revision Date:
NA
Course Expiration Date:
Feb 14, 2023
Cost:
Free
Method:
Self-instructional
AGD Subject Code(s):
10, 730, 200
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:
- Understand the difference between xerostomia and hyposalivation.
- Recognize clinical presentations and patient symptoms.
- Know the components and composition of healthy saliva.
- Adopt a plan to test salivary flow rates and oral pH levels.
- Learn the role dry mouth plays in caries, erosion, dentinal hypersensitivity, and candidiasis.
- Discover the risk factors for developing dry mouth syndrome.
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
- The author reports no conflicts of interest associated with this course.
Anne N. Guignon
RDH, MPH, CSP
Submission Information
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Recognition
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THE PROCTER & GAMBLE COMPANY
Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.
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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, 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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