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- Up In Smoke: Cannabis, Cannabinoids, Terpenes an...
- How Sweet It Is! Diabetes Mellitus, Dental Consi...
- Medical History Mastery: Essential Pharmacology ...
- Young Faces: Clinical Action to Help Families Be...

Up In Smoke: Cannabis, Cannabinoids, Terpenes and Their Dental Considerations
According to the DEA, cannabis is considered to have no accepted medical use and, thus, it is illegal to possess. Yet, almost every state has enacted legislation aimed at legalizing or decriminalizing cannabis for medical or recreational use. Despite this rise in social and legal acceptance, public health concerns regarding the use of cannabis remain, especially among dental professionals, since the major routes of administration of cannabis involve the oral cavity.
This course introduces dental professionals to the pharmacology of cannabis, including its various dosage forms, routes of administration and adverse effects. Special emphasis will be placed on the effects of cannabis use on oral health and dental treatment, as well as the use of cannabis in dentistry for the management of patient anxiety and odontogenic pain.
Learning Objectives:• Discuss the history and various types of cannabis, as well as its current legal status and proposed uses in dentistry.
• Describe the pharmacology of cannabis, including its mechanism of action, routes of administration and available formulations.
• Identify the effects of cannabis on major organ systems.
• Explain the clinical considerations of cannabis use, including adverse reactions, drug interactions and contraindications.
• Explore the dental considerations of cannabis, including potential treatment modifications, and strategies for patient care planning.Presenter:Thomas A. Viola, R.Ph., C.C.P.
DRUGCE23
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How Sweet It Is! Diabetes Mellitus, Dental Considerations and Patient Care Planning
Diabetes mellitus remains the seventh leading cause of death in the United States. Of the estimated 29.1 million Americans that have diabetes, 21 million are diagnosed, while 8.1 million remain undiagnosed. Diabetes, and its systemic complications, are often accompanied by, and exacerbated by, numerous other co-morbid conditions.
This program will provide participants with an overview of diabetes mellitus, the arsenal of medications used in its treatment and the impact of both the disease and its treatment on dental therapy. Using case scenarios, special emphasis will be placed on the complex interplay between diabetes and the oral-systemic connection, as well as developing patient management strategies essential for successful treatment planning and proper care of our diabetic patients.
Learning objectives
• Identify the
different types of diabetes mellitus, including their symptoms and differential
diagnosis
• Describe the complex interplay of diabetes mellitus with
oral-systemic inflammation and co-morbid diseases
• Review the classes of
medications used in the treatment of diabetes along with their mechanisms of
action, adverse reactions and dental considerations
• Describe the treatment
modifications, patient management strategies and care planning techniques
recommended for dental patients with diabetes
NEWCE23
NEWCE23E
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Medical History Mastery: Essential Pharmacology for Treating Our Medically Complex Dental Patients
Dental professionals must frequently draw upon their knowledge of pharmacology for optimal care of today’s medically complex dental patients. However, armed with relatively brief exposure to such a vast subject during formal education and faced with ever-changing medication therapy guidelines, many dental professionals simply cannot keep up with the latest trends in disease state management.
This program will provide an overview of the dental implications of the prescription medications, non-prescription medications, herbal products, nutritional supplements and substances of abuse most frequently used by patients. Special emphasis will be given to delivering this essential information in a format which makes it practical and useful for all members of the dental team.
Learning objectives
• Identify the prescription medications most frequently
encountered on a patient’s medical history and discuss their indications for
use, adverse reactions and impact on dental therapy.
• Discuss the
non-prescription medications most often used by dental patients and explain
their impact on dental therapy, including situations which preclude their
use.
• Identify the most popular herbal products and nutritional supplements
and discuss their purported uses and dental considerations.
• Identify the
most common substances of abuse and describe their oral manifestations and
dental treatment considerations.
NEWCE23
NEWCE23E
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Young Faces: Clinical Action to Help Families Begin Early (ADA Children's Airway)
This is a recording of the September 2022 ADA Children's Airway Conference
Overview
Now more than ever, families
are paying attention to how their children breathe as part of their overall
health and ability to thrive in challenging times. There is no more important
member of the healthcare team than dentists to identify and set families on the
path to health, but dentists cannot do this alone.
The American Dental Association’s commitment to
children’s airway health continues with our fifth event to help dentists who see
children learn practical skills of communication, evaluation, and collaboration
to lead their teams in creating positive, healthy changes in their
communities.
This course brings world leaders in dentistry, speech
pathology/myofunctional therapy, airway orthodontics, and sleep surgery together
to present practical education.
Learning
Objectives
• Lead your team in creating an effective communications
plan for identifying children at risk and presenting next steps to families
•
Arm families with a good understanding of tissue-tie revision so they can deal
with conflicting advice
• Discuss the value of myofunctional therapy with families
and lead kids through some simple exercises that make a difference
•
Understand how
to see malocclusion from an airway-support perspective and develop a plan for
better breathing while ensuring excellent orthodontic outcomes
•
Know that sleep
surgery is a critical component of success, but not always the only
consideration
Presenters
Dr. Shereen Lim, dentist
and author, Perth, Australia
Steve Carstensen, D.D.S.,
Bellevue, Washington
Sharon Moore, speech pathologist,
Canberra, Australia
Stanley Yung Liu, M.D., D.D.S.,
F.A.C.S., Redwood City, California
Eric Phelps, D.D.S.,
M.S., San Jose, California
- Integrating Pediatric Airway into Dental Practice — Dr. Shereen LimThe Essential Role of Function in the Oral Health Paradigm — Sharon MooreFourth Dimension Nasal Breathing — Steve Carstensen, D.D.S.A Team Approach to Managing Children's Airway — Dr. Shereen LimHow Little People Learn Habits for a Lifetime — Sharon MooreRestoring Missed Milestones in Facial and Airway Development —Stanley Yung Liu, M.D., D.D.S., F.A.C.S.Airway Focused Orthodontics — Eric Phelps, D.D.S., M.S.
The views of the presenter(s) do not necessarily represent the views of the American Dental Association.
This is a premium course and not included with the ADA CE ONline Subscription
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$349 non-members
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- Worldwide prevalence of natal and neonatal teeth...
- Remineralizing potential of the biomimetic P₁₁-4...
- Topical fluoride impact in future restorative de...
- The role of hemostatic agents after tooth extrac...
- Using machine learning to study the association ...
- Amalgam or composite in pediatric dentistry (Aug...
- Effect of being overweight and obese on periodon...

Worldwide prevalence of natal and neonatal teeth (October 2023 Article 3)
JADA October 2023
Background.
Identifying the presence of teeth in newborns is important as
it may require immediate care. This study aimed to determine
the worldwide prevalence of natal and neonatal teeth.
Keywords.
Natal teeth;
neonatal teeth; prevalence; systematic
review.
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Remineralizing potential of the biomimetic P₁₁-4 self-assembling peptide on noncavitated caries lesions (October 2023 Article 2)
JADA October 2023
Background.
Self-assembling
peptide (SAP) P₁₁-4 was
introduced to
treat initial caries lesions by means of guiding hydroxyapatite regeneration
within the lesion. The objective of this study was to
assess its effectiveness in a practical clinical setting.
Keywords.
Initial caries lesion; Curodont Repair;
real-world data; pediatric
dentistry.
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Topical fluoride impact in future restorative dental procedures (October 2023 Article 1)
JADA October 2023
Background.
Caries is one of the most prevalent diseases
affecting children. Topical fluoride
is used
to decrease the incidence of caries. The purpose of this
study was to investigate the impact of fluoride varnish and
gel applications on future restorative dental treatment claims.
Keywords.
Fluoride; restorations; extractions; pediatric
dentistry.
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The role of hemostatic agents after tooth extractions (August 2023 Article 3)
JADA August 2023
Background.
Hemostatic agents are used to control bleeding
after tooth extraction and have been compared with conventional measures (that is, sutures or gauze pressure)
in several
studies. The objective of this systematic review was to evaluate
the benefits of topical hemostatic agents for controlling bleeding after
tooth extractions, especially in patients receiving antithrombotic therapy.
Keywords.
Bleeding
time; coagulants; fibrinolytic agents; hemorrhage; hemostatics; hemostasis;
systematic review; tooth
extraction.
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Using machine learning to study the association of sociodemographic indicators, biomarkers, and oral condition in older adults in Colombia (August 2023 Article 2)
JADA August 2023
Background.
Chronic
health conditions and socioeconomic problems that affect the well-being and life expectancy of older adults are
common. The
objective of this cross-sectional study was to analyze the association
between sociodemographic variables, oral conditions, and general health and the
biomarkers of older adults using machine learning (ML).
Keywords.
Tooth loss; older adults; aging; lipid profile;
general health; oral health; machine
learning.
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Amalgam or composite in pediatric dentistry (August 2023 Article 1)
JADA August 2023
Background.
Advancements in dental materials and changing
parental preferences
are modifying the frequency of use of restorative materials. This
insurance claims analysis examined the trends in the use of
amalgam and resin composite in the United States.
Keywords.
Composite
resins; dental amalgam; pediatric
dentistry.
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Effect of being overweight and obese on periodontal treatment costs (July 2023 Article 3)
JADA July 2023
Background.
Obesity
can increase a person’s risk of
developing periodontal disease, and patients with obesity
have greater health care costs. However, the effect of obesity
on periodontal treatment costs has not been examined.
Keywords.
Periodontal diseases; treatment costs; body
mass index; body weight; electronic health
records.
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- Pharmacotherapeutics for Dental Practitioners: A...
- Emergency Medicine Part 1: Prevention
- Emergency Medicine Part 2: Preparation
- Pharmacotherapeutics for Dental Practitioners: A...
- Emergency Medicine Part 3: Basic Management
- Managing Sedation Complications

Pharmacotherapeutics for Dental Practitioners: Analgesics Clinical Implications
Introduce evidence-based information that will help with the selection of the most appropriate analgesic for the management of pain in the postoperative period.
- Discuss the basic mechanisms of acute pain
- Discuss the pharmacology of analgesics
- Discuss factors to be considered in the selection of analgesics
- Discuss potential adverse drug events associated with the use of
analgesics
Abstract:
The most common complaint causing a person to seek the services of an oral health care provider is pain. Pain is an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage. Proper management of pain requires an understand¬ing of its complexity, an appreciation for the factors that determine its expression in the clinical setting, the implementation of disease-modifying procedures (primary dental care) and sound pharmacological strategies (analgesia) in the postoperative period.
Outline:
- Introduction
- Physiology of pain
- Activation of acute pain pathways
- Intrinsic modulation of nociception
- Role of the higher CNS in pain
- Pharmacology of analgesics
- Therapeutic considerations
- NSAIDs
- Acetaminophen
- Opioid agonists
- Adverse drug events
- Conclusion
Updated in 2018!
PHARM23
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Emergency Medicine Part 1: Prevention
This course describes the most common medical emergencies occurring in the dental environment and describes the steps necessary to prevent their occurrence: the medical history questionnaire, monitoring of vital signs; dialogue history, and the stress reduction protocol. A physical evaluation system is introduced.
- List the most common medical emergencies occurring in the dental environment
- List the 5 components of physical evaluation of dental patients
- List the 4 vital signs
- Describe the A.S.A. physical status classification system
- Provide examples of ASA 1, 2, 3, and 4 medical problems
- List the 8 components of the Stress Reduction Protocol
- Define the goal of physical evaluation
Abstract:
Medical emergencies can, and do, happen in the dental environment. Approximately 75% of these can be prevented through physical evaluation of the prospective dental patient, using a systematic review of the patient’s medical history and recording of vital signs. Assigning an ASA Physical Status can help to distinguish those patients who represent greater-than-usual risk during the planned dental treatment. The Stress-Reduction Protocol can then be utilized to minimize this risk.
Outline:
- Medical emergencies in dentistry
- What happens?
- When do they happen?
- Can they be prevented?
- Prevention of medical emergencies
- Medical History Questionnaire
- Dialogue History
- Physical evaluation
- Vital signs
- Blood pressure
- Heart rate & rhythm
- Respiratory rate
- Height
- Weight & BMI
- Body temperature
- Vital signs
- Risk Status Classification
- American Society of Anesthesiologists Physical Status
- Classification System
- Stress-reduction protocols
SEPAD21
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Emergency Medicine Part 2: Preparation
Preparation of the office and staff for medical emergencies that will inevitably occur is discussed in this course. Basic life support; an in-office emergency response team; activating emergency medical services; and emergency drugs & equipment are reviewed.
- Define the legal obligation of a doctor to the victim of a medical emergency
- List the 4 components of preparation of the office for medical emergencies
- Describe the victim who is "clinically dead."
- Describe the difference between "clinical" and "biological" death
- List and describe the steps in the AHA 2010 cardiac arrest algorithm
- List and describe the steps in the algorithm for all medical emergencies
- Explain why survival rates from sudden cardiac arrest are significantly lower in young children than in adults
- Describe the functions of each member of the In-Office Emergency Team
- List the 7 drugs in the bare-bones-basic emergency drug kit
Abstract:
Not all medical emergency situations can be prevented. In this section we discuss the preparation of the dental office & staff to (1) prevent, (2) recognize and (3) efficiently manage those medical emergencies that might arise. The importance of basic life support; development of an in-office emergency response team; (3) activation of emergency medical services; and (4) a basic emergency drug kit & equipment will be discussed.
Outline:
Not all medical emergency situations can be prevented. In this section we discuss the preparation of the dental office & staff to (1) prevent, (2) recognize and (3) efficiently manage those medical emergencies that might arise. The importance of basic life support; development of an in-office emergency response team; (3) activation of emergency medical services; and (4) a basic emergency drug kit & equipment will be discussed.
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Pharmacotherapeutics for Dental Practitioners: Antibacterial Agents
Updated in 2018!
Introduce evidence-based information that will help with the selection of the most appropriate antibacterial agent for the management of an odontogenic infection.
- Discuss the etiology of odontogenic infections
- Discuss the pharmacology of antibacterial agents
- Discuss factors to be considered in the selection of an antibacterial agent
- Discuss potential adverse drug events associated with the use of
antibacterial agents
Abstract:
Most odontogenic infections are polymicrobial. The number of isolated strains
ranges from 1 to 10 with an average number of approximately 4 isolates per
infection. Ultimately, facultative gram-positive and gram-negative cocci
and bacilli; and anaerobic gram-positive and gram-negative cocci and bacilli
predominate in all types of odontogenic infections. Most odontogenic infections
can be resolved satisfactorily through debridement (primary dental care). When
antibacterial chemotherapy is indicated, the drug of choice should be either the
most effective drug against the infective pathogens or the least toxic
alternative among several available agents.
Outline:
- Introduction
- Microbiology of odontogenic infections
- Pharmacology of antibacterial agents
- Therapeutic considerations
- Primary line of treatment
- Secondary line of treatment
- Tertiary line of treatment
- Antibacterial prophylaxis
- Adverse drug events
- Conclusion
PHARM23
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Emergency Medicine Part 3: Basic Management
This program reviews the basic management protocol for all medical emergencies occurring in the dental office environment –P-C-A-B-D (Positioning – Circulation – Airway – Breathing – Definitive Care).
- List the steps in the Basic Algorithm in Managing Medical Emergencies
- Describe each of the steps of the Basic Algorithm
- Describe the proper positioning for patients during a medical emergency
- Describe the method of assessing airway patency and of managing a patent airway
- Describe the method of assessing breathing and of ventilating an apneic patient
- Describe the method of assessing circulation
- List and discuss the use of advanced airway devices
Abstract:
In this section the basic management of all medical emergencies is introduced. The algorithm is P-C-A-B-D – Positioning – Circulation – Airway – Breathing – Definitive Care. Each of these steps is described for (1) the conscious patient and (2) the unconscious patient.
Outline:
- Introduction
- Legal obligation of healthcare provider in medical emergency
- Recognition & diagnosis of emergency situation
- By patient
- Angina pectoris
- Bronchospasm (asthma)
- By doctor or dental staff
- Diagnosis based on response – or lack of – to emergency treatment
- Syncope
- Cardiac arrest
- Hypoglycemia
- Diagnosis based on response – or lack of – to emergency treatment
- Through recognition of presenting signs & symptoms
- By patient
- The basic emergency management algorithm: P – C – A –
B – D
- P = Positioning of victim
- Conscious
- Unconscious
- C = Circulation
- Conscious
- Unconscious
- A = Airway
- Conscious
- Unconscious
- B = Breathing
- Conscious
- Unconscious
- D = Definitive care
- Diagnosis
- Drugs
- Defibrillation
- P = Positioning of victim
PREPCE
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Managing Sedation Complications
This course is for dentists who provide minimal and
moderate sedation and provides didactic instruction for patient assessment and
monitoring. Particular emphasis is placed on airway management techniques.
- Describe qualities of dentist leadership of the in-office dental anesthesia team.
- Recognize sedation levels and general anesthesia in terms of clinical characteristics and influence on respiratory and cardiovascular function.
- Describe essential features of preoperative assessment for patients undergoing dental treatment under sedation or general anesthesia.
- Identify principles of patient monitoring distinguishing requirements for moderate sedation versus deep sedation/general anesthesia.
- Explain proper airway maintenance during sedation and general anesthesia.
- Discuss the proper use of devices for oxygenation and ventilation.
- Describe the pathogenesis, recognition and appropriate management of
possible complications associated with moderate sedation, including essential
pharmacology of emergency drugs that may be required.
Abstract:
The course is designed to train the practicing dentist in the proper
recognition and management of respiratory complications that may be associated
with the use of moderate sedation.
Outline:
Lesson 1: Patient Safety, Leadership Skills and Teamwork
Lesson 2:
Presedation Patient Assessment
Lesson 3: Respiratory Monitoring
Lesson 4:
Primary Assessment
Lesson 5: Supplemental Oxygenation
Lesson 6: Positive
Pressure Ventilation
Lesson 7: Management of Respiratory Depression
Lesson
8: Management of Airway Obstruction
Lesson 9: Intra-operative nausea and
vomiting
Lesson 10: Cardiovascular Considerations
Lesson 11: Summary and
ADA Airway Algorithm
360CE
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