While rare, this genetic disorder impacts multiple organs and systems, including oral health. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Explain X-linked hypophosphatemia (XLH), its…

Dental hygienists should be able to recognize the symptoms of this neuropathic pain condition and adapt the provision of care to avoid triggering pain in this patient population. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the…

With cannabis use increasing across the United States, oral health professionals need to be prepared to address the dental needs of this population. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

Dental hygienists are uniquely positioned to screen patients for systemic and oral diseases using salivary diagnostics. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify the primary…

Strategies for the safe and effective treatment of patients with this type of inherited intellectual disability. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Describe the history of fragile X…

Oral health professionals should be prepared to help patients with this disorder address the oral signs and symptoms. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Define gastroparesis (GP)…

Oral health professionals can play a key role in serving this patient population. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Define major depressive disorder (MDD) and its effects on daily…

Research suggests some birth control methods may increase periodontitis risk. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify the various types of contraceptives and prevalence of use…

As more patients begin taking biologics and their generic counterparts, oral health professionals need to be knowledgeable about their indications, adverse reactions, and risk of interactions with other medications in order to provide safe…

Integrating digital technologies with traditional techniques will help achieve optimal outcomes. EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Define the attributes of a whole food plant-based…