Dentists can integrate evidence-based screening tools to detect substance use disorders, fostering communication and offering referrals to addiction treatment specialists. AGD Subject Code: 130 Educational ­Objectives After reading…

As hepatitis C infections surge, oral health professionals must stay informed to protect themselves and their patients, emphasizing the importance of education, testing, and early detection in combating this silent disease. AGD Subject…

Explore the intricacies of retirement planning with Art Wiederman, CPA. This educational video covers essential topics like different types of retirement plans, strategies for late starters, and lifestyle adjustments to ensure a financially…

The need for robust stewardship practices gains prominence in protecting patients from unnecessary antibiotic use, improving outcomes, and curbing the rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, especially Clostridioides difficile. AGD…

This oral habit may have far-reaching consequences on craniofacial development, speech, and oral health. AGD Subject Code: 430 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the…

Discover effective approaches to manage this common concern. AGD Subject Code: 180 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Define and identify the prevalence of ectopic eruption (EE) of…

While rare, this pathology has devastating effects on patient health and quality of life. AGD Subject Code: 730 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the causes of and risk…

This team member plays an important role in ensuring safety and compliance in the dental setting. AGD Subject Code: 148 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify how an oral…

Those receiving head and neck radiation experience a wide range of negative oral health effects. AGD Subject Code: 730 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Recognize various oral…

While additional research on this medical issue is needed, dental providers can help patients improve their quality of life. AGD Subject Code: 149 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to:…

This team member plays an important role in ensuring safety and compliance in the dental setting. AGD Subject Code: 010 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify oral health…

Oral health professionals should be knowledgeable about disease transmission and the risk of bloodborne pathogens to minimize occupational exposures. AGD Subject Code: 148 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the…

Orofacial myofunctional disorders and chronic oral dysfunction may increase the likelihood of dental malocclusion and craniofacial dysmorphology. AGD Subject Code: 180 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant…

This oral bacterium implements strategies to invade the various tissues beyond the periodontium AGD Subject Code: 490 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Identify how Porphyromonas…

Many options are available to ensure your patients’ tooth whitening success. AGD Subject Code: 780 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Discuss the history of tooth whitening.…

Collaboration is key when managing this common oral health condition. AGD Subject Code: 149 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant should be able to: Describe the prevalence of xerostomia, along with…

An examination of the pathophysiology and characteristics of Type 2 diabetes mellitus, as well as its systemic and oral health manifestations. AGD Subject Code: 149 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant…

Using the principles of applied behavior analysis and functional behavior assessment can help allay patients’ dental anxiety, fear and dentophobia. AGD Subject Code: 0153 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the…

Integrating dental care with individualized health promotion — including preventive screenings and interventions — may help support active, healthy aging. AGD Subject Code: 010 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the…

Utilizing evidence-based remineralization therapies is an important step in reducing caries risk and avoiding invasive restorative treatment. AGD Subject Code: 010 EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES After reading this course, the participant…