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Caries Process, Prevention and Management: The Host

COURSE NUMBER: 712

Amal A. K. Noureldin, BDS, MSD, MS, PhD

Credit Hours:

1 Hour(s)

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This is part 3 of a 10-part series entitled Caries Process, Prevention, and Management. It has been established that a host must be present for caries to develop. In this course, three host factors - the tooth, saliva, and the oral cavity's...

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Overview

This is part 3 of a 10-part series entitled Caries Process, Prevention, and Management. It has been established that a host must be present for caries to develop. In this course, three host factors - the tooth, saliva, and the oral cavity's immune response - are introduced, and their roles in the caries process are explained.

  • 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 completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:


  • Discuss tooth structure.
  • Describe how the mineral composition and structure of enamel relates to caries.
  • Be familiar with the concept of enamel maturation.
  • Explain what saliva is and how it is produced.
  • Identify the major salivary glands.
  • Explain the nerve control of saliva secretion.
  • List the physical, chemical, and antibacterial properties of saliva.
  • Describe the host's immune response in the dental caries process.

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 Dr. Susan Higham, Dr. Chris Hope, Dr. Sabeel Valappil, and Dr. Phil Smith for providing foundational content for their contributions to previous versions of a similar course.

Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement

  • Dr. Noureldin reports no conflicts of interest associated with this course. She has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Dr. Noureldin BDS, MSD, MS, PhD, tenured Clinical Professor and Director of Cariology and Prevention in Department of Public Health Sciences School of Dentistry Texas A&M, specializes in three areas of dentistry, operative dentistry, prevent...

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Submission Information

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Recognition

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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, 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.