JADA March 2023

Background.
Topical application of calcium-containing bioactive desensitizers (CBs) has been used to minimize bleaching-induced tooth sensitivity (TS). This study answered the research question "Is the risk of TS lower when CBs are used with dental bleaching in adults compared with bleaching without desensitizers?"

Keywords. 
Tooth bleaching; hydrogen peroxide; dentin desensitizing agents; randomized clinical trials; systematic review.

JADA March 2023

Background.
Although disability has associations with poor health and reduced access to health care services, limited research exists on the connection between disability, oral health, and oral health care use. Moreover, to the authors’ knowledge, no study has examined the association between disability and oral health around the time of pregnancy. This is an important gap in research, considering that both disability and oral health play a critical role in maternal and infant wellbeing.

Keywords. 
Oral health; disability; pregnancy; women’s health; PRAMS.

JADA March 2023

Background.
This article reviews the most salient lessons learned from a large, multisite, 3-year observational study of posterior teeth with cracks conducted by The National Dental Practice–Based Research Network.

Keywords. 
Cracked teeth; restoration; root canal treatment; extraction; pain.

American Dental Association on-demand webinar
This presentation was recorded in February 2022

Background
This presentation, jointly hosted by ADA and Organization for Safety Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP), discusses recent outbreaks of pediatric mycobacterial infections associated with dental treatment. It also covers recommendations and best practices for avoiding contamination of dental equipment water delivery systems that may lead to opportunistic infections.
Presenter Dr. Shannon E. Mills, D.D.S. — an internationally recognized as an expert in dental infection prevention and safety with an emphasis on dental unit water quality — describes how the design of dental equipment encourages the growth of biofilm attached to the walls of dental waterlines. In addition, dental professionals will learn what measures can be taken to reduce bacterial colonization with specific reference to the Health Advisory on dental water quality issued by CDC on November 18, 2022.
Specific approaches for treating dental water systems to eliminate or prevent formation of biofilm are described, with an emphasis on the importance of periodic monitoring to assure that biofilm management measures are effective.

Learning Objectives
• Understand how biofilms form in dental water delivery systems
• Develop best practices and implement CDC guidelines for dental water management
• Recognize why periodic monitoring of dental water delivery systems is essential

American Dental Association on-demand webinar
This webinar was recorded in January 2022

Background
Social media is an integral part of our lives as oral healthcare providers. It is an outlet for connection and learning, but there are downsides. What if you are a victim of harassment, bullying, gaslighting or trolling? In this course, you will get the emergency medicine provider perspective on the downsides of social media, how to protect yourself, and what to do if you are a victim.

Presenter
Dr. Matt Zuckerman,Associate Professor in the Medical Toxicology section of the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine.

Learning Objectives
• Review cases of bullying and harassment of healthcare workers
• Learn how to protect yourself from the downsides of social media
• Discuss some positive ways to use social media in your practice

Disclaimer: The views of the presenter(s) do not necessarily represent the views of the American Dental Association

 American Dental Association on-demand webinar
This presentation was recorded in February 2023

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Updated for 2018
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.

Updated for 2018
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.

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.

Updated for 2018
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). 

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.

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

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