Diabetes Dental Management | 4 CE

Diabetes Dental Management: An Interdisciplinary Approach

4 CE / Credit Hours

Course Description

Diabetes Dental Management presents an interdisciplinary approach to caring for patients with diabetes, drawing on perspectives from dentistry, ophthalmology, pharmacy, and podiatry to support coordinated care. The course offers practical tips and clinical resources based on the Healthy People 2020 objectives, with a strong focus on prevention and disease management. Diabetes is widespread in the USA and emphasis is placed on recognizing that it is often first identified in the dental setting, helping dental professionals better detect, manage, and support patients with diabetes in everyday practice.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, you will:

• Understand the roles of an interdisciplinary approach to diabetes management along with other provider professionals of the healthcare team.

Sources/Editor/Author

MaryLou Austin, RDH, MS, Health Science Editor
Public Domain Information - CDC

ADA CERP National Provider & Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) nationally recognized provider #373218.

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