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CE595

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

Anne N. Guignon

RDH, MPH, CSP

Anne Nugent Guignon, MPH, RDH, CSP is a visionary thinker with a passion for improving the clinical environment and patient health. She began dental hygiene practice in 1971. She is an international speaker, prolific author, faculty member, ...

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Submission Information

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Recognition

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The Procter & Gamble Company is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.


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Approved PACE Program Provider

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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, 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.