Caries Process, Prevention and Management: Risk Assessment
COURSE NUMBER: 719
Marcelle M. Nascimento, DDS, MS, PhD
Credit Hours:
1 Hour(s)
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This course is part 10 of a 10-part series entitled Caries Process, Prevention and Management. This course provides dental team members with information on identifying caries-causing factors and assessing a patient’s risk for developing d...
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Overview
This course is part 10 of a 10-part series entitled Caries Process, Prevention and Management. This course provides dental team members with information on identifying caries-causing factors and assessing a patient’s risk for developing dental caries.
Intended Audience:
Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Assisting Students, Dental Therapists
Date Course Online:
Aug 21, 2025
Last Revision Date:
NA
Course Expiration Date:
Aug 20, 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:
- Define the terms risk, risk factor, and risk assessment in the context of caries prevention and management.
- Identify biological, environmental, sociocultural, and economic factors that increase caries risk.
- Analyze patient's medical and dental history to identify clues relevant to caries risk.
- Apply a structured caries risk assessment protocol in clinical practice.
- Conduct a caries risk assessment survey.
- Choose individualized intervention strategies based on a risk-assessment survey.
- Recognize and address the special considerations of high-risk populations, such as older adults or individuals with xerostomia (dry mouth).
- Describe the Caries Management by Risk Assessment (CAMBRA) system.
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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