Caries Process, Prevention, and Management: The Agent
COURSE NUMBER: 711
Apoena Aguiar Ribeiro, DDS, MS, PhD
Credit Hours:
1 Hour(s)
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This course is part 2 of a 10-part series entitled Caries Process, Prevention, and Management. Dental caries is a multifactorial, infectious disease affecting a significant percentage of the population. This course describes the etiology ...
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Overview
This course is part 2 of a 10-part series entitled Caries Process, Prevention, and Management. Dental caries is a multifactorial, infectious disease affecting a significant percentage of the population. This course describes the etiology and pathways of progression of dental caries, including an in-depth review of the role of dental plaque and oral bacteria.
Intended Audience:
Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Assisting Students
Date Course Online:
May 30, 2025
Last Revision Date:
NA
Course Expiration Date:
May 29, 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 the completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:
- Define dental caries.
- Discuss the medical history of caries along with its natural history.
- Identify the combination of factors required for caries to develop, and how sub-factors influence this process.
- Define dental plaque as a microbial biofilm.
- Describe the development and maturation of dental plaque.
- Understand the microbial diversity of plaque and recognize it as an ecosystem.
- Discuss the ecological plaque hypothesis.
- Name the bacteria associated with caries.
- Discuss how the acidity in the oral environment is the major determinant of plaque ecology.
- Identify how bacteria convert dietary carbohydrates to acids.
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 For credit transfers to appear in your AGD account in real time, make sure to add your AGD membership number in the field provided on the “Share Your Test Score” page.
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.
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