As technology advances in multiple areas of oncology, dental physicians and surgeons are faced with increasingly complex adaptations to oncological treatments in the form of radiation, chemotherapy, immunotherapy or Bisphosphonates. This review will share updated insights with dental physicians to incorporate into their clinical practice while dealing with oncological patients.
Date & Time
Friday April 26th, 2024 1:00pm CDT
End Date & Time
Friday April 26th, 2024 2:00pm CDT
Session Number
F2431A
Learning Objectives
1.) Understanding the impact of radiation dose to the dental tissues in head and neck cancer treatment,
2.) The role for vigorous dental prophylaxis in preventing long term complications.
3.) Addressing Dental concerns in Head and Neck cancer survivors
Format
Lecture
Audience
Dentist, Hygienist, Assistant, Nurse, Dental Technician, Administrative Personnel, Dental Therapist, Student Dentist
Topic
Medically Complex Patients
CORE Topics
Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
CEU Credits
1.0 Fundamental CEs
AGD Code
750
Category Course Catalog
Event Attendees
3
Going
1
Interested