(730) From The Inside Out: Where Perio-Systemic “Links” With Oral Pathology

Sherri Lukes, RDH, MS, FAADH

Speaker, author, and vulnerable populations advocate, Sherri Lukes has been a dental hygienist for 41 years, holding advanced degrees in education. She is associate professor emerita, Southern Illinois University, where she taught general and oral pathology, public health, and multicultural dental hygiene. Her research focus was oral pathology and migrant farmworker oral health, resulting in multiple peer reviewed publications. Sherri enjoys integrating her years of experience into CE courses to empower dental professionals in the process of care. She is an approved speaker of and holds a pathology fellowship in the American Academy of Dental Hygiene, is a past president of the Illinois Dental Hygienists’ Association, and a member of the American Academy of Oral Medicine. Community service includes biannual trips to central/southern Mexico, delivering preventive care in an orphanage and remote villages. Honors include Community Service, Research, and Teacher of the Year awards at SIU, Illinois Department of Public Health Oral Health Champion, and the Sunstar/RDH Award of Distinction.

The commitment to an interdisciplinary approach for care makes dental professionals key stakeholders in maintaining overall health for patients. From heart disease to rheumatoid arthritis, an understanding of the perio-systemic link is vital in the responsibility to assist patients in management of chronic illness. This evidence-based course examines several chronic health conditions, and the role pathogenic oral bacteria play in disease pathophysiology. Oral pathologies that develop from either the condition itself or pharmacologic agents utilized in treatment will be explored, engaging participants in differential diagnoses during case presentations. Hygienists empowered to be active participants in total patient health can differentiate a practice and build confidence and appreciation among patients,

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of the session, participants will be able to:

• Define the correlation between periodontal disease and systemic illness.
• Explain chronic inflammation and its effect on total body health.
• Describe the oral pathologies associated with specific chronic illnesses and/or those developing from treatment protocols.
• Assist the doctor in differential diagnoses of chronic illness and associated oral pathologies.

The policy of Vestrand Consulting Services, LLC (VCS, LLC) offers programs that support scientific research and includes an assessment of the associated benefits and risks.  VCS, LLC requires that all speaker presentations comply with AGD/PACE standards and that sound scientific basis of the presentation is supported by the best evidence, as documented by references to current peer-reviewed, clinically relevant literature.  When the sound scientific basis for clinical activity is uncertain the speaker is required to disclose the level of currently available evidence, and what is known of the risks and benefits associated with the clinical methods and modalities described in the presentation to the audience.  VCS, LLC cautions participants about the hazards of using limited knowledge when integrating new techniques into their practices.  Lectures are for information basis only.

(142) Medical Emergencies: What Needs to be in your Medical Emergency Kit?

Dr. Mark Donaldson BSP, RPH, PHARMD, FASHP, FACHE

Dr. Donaldson received his baccalaureate degree from the University of British

Medical emergencies are defined as any condition that if left untreated may lead to patient morbidity or mortality. However, if your definition of an emergency is any condition of a patient that raises your blood pressure or pulse rate - then you need to take this course.

Medical emergencies happen. Studies estimate that on average a practitioner will be faced with a medical emergency in the dental office at least twice a year. Some of these occurrences can be minor; some of these situations can be life threatening. The good news for practitioners is that 75% of emergencies can

be mitigated with good local anesthesia (pain control) and good stress reduction (sedation). For those few instances when an appropriate response could be life saving, each practitioner must be prepared with a properly equipped emergency drug kit. The purpose of the course is to emphasize patient safety, and educate you on the seven essential drugs you must be familiar with to manage any medical emergency.

Even though the right answer always includes dialing 9-1-1, you can start the chain of survival in your office.

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize the most common medical emergencies in the dental office.
• Understand the importance of preparation and practicing with your team.
• Learn how to manage the most common medical emergencies in the dental office.
• Know how to prepare the minimal dental emergency kit to include seven essential drugs.
• Know how to use the essential drugs recommend for the minimal dental emergency kit.

The policy of Vestrand Consulting Services, LLC (VCS, LLC) offers programs that support scientific research and includes an assessment of the associated benefits and risks.  VCS, LLC requires that all speaker presentations comply with AGD/PACE standards and that sound scientific basis of the presentation is supported by the best evidence, as documented by references to current peer-reviewed, clinically relevant literature.  When the sound scientific basis for clinical activity is uncertain the speaker is required to disclose the level of currently available evidence, and what is known of the risks and benefits associated with the clinical methods and modalities described in the presentation to the audience.  VCS, LLC cautions participants about the hazards of using limited knowledge when integrating new techniques into their practices.  Lectures are for information basis only.

(340) Mercy or Menace? “The Chemistry, Use and Effect of Opiates and Alternatives for Pain Control”

Amber D. Riley, MS, RDH, FAAFS, FIACME

Amber D. Riley, MS, RDH, FAAFS, FIACME

**This program fulfills the requirements of continuing education for Dentists and Dental Hygienists on the impact of opioid abuse and/or the proper prescription writing and use of opioids, along with appropriate alternatives in the dental practice.

Legal and illicit psychoactive substances are ubiquitous in our communities, including the patients we treat daily. Use and abuse, of opiates date back hundreds, even thousands of years, but is their modern-day compounds that are both merciful and malevolent. This program will discuss the most important points of use to understand today, in order to mitigate acute risks when prescribing opiates, treating patients already using them and what long term risks will become inherent in patients that continue to use them. This program will discuss these questions from both a historical and present-day view, taking into consideration the law that governs their use and distribution, their physiology and clinical effects, benefits and detriments to use and what our roles and responsibilities are as health care providers and clinicians when treatment planning.

Learning Objectives:

• Participants will receive a concise review of opiate and opioid drug substances their basic chemistry and physiological effects.
• Recommendations for caution when managing dental procedures on patients using these substances.
• Discretionary reporting, intervention and diversion for dental professionals practicing under the influences or dependence upon opiate substances.

The policy of Vestrand Consulting Services, LLC (VCS, LLC) offers programs that support scientific research and includes an assessment of the associated benefits and risks.  VCS, LLC requires that all speaker presentations comply with AGD/PACE standards and that sound scientific basis of the presentation is supported by the best evidence, as documented by references to current peer-reviewed, clinically relevant literature.  When the sound scientific basis for clinical activity is uncertain the speaker is required to disclose the level of currently available evidence, and what is known of the risks and benefits associated with the clinical methods and modalities described in the presentation to the audience.  VCS, LLC cautions participants about the hazards of using limited knowledge when integrating new techniques into their practices.  Lectures are for information basis only.

(730) Oropharyngeal Carcinoma, Neck Masses and HPV: Contemporary Management

Dr. Vivian Wu, MD

I practice head and neck surgical oncology with Henry Ford Health. This includes cancers of the mouth, throat, voice box as well as salivary gland cancers, thyroid cancers and skin cancers. HPV related head and neck cancer is a preventable disease! It is my passion to share this good news!

Learning Objectives:

By the end of the talk, participant should be able to:

• Understand epidemiology, diagnosis and management of HPV related head and neck cancer.
• Understand how HPV infects and why HPV is so prevalent.
• Understand how and why HPV vaccine is effective.

The policy of Vestrand Consulting Services, LLC (VCS, LLC) offers programs that support scientific research and includes an assessment of the associated benefits and risks.  VCS, LLC requires that all speaker presentations comply with AGD/PACE standards and that sound scientific basis of the presentation is supported by the best evidence, as documented by references to current peer-reviewed, clinically relevant literature.  When the sound scientific basis for clinical activity is uncertain the speaker is required to disclose the level of currently available evidence, and what is known of the risks and benefits associated with the clinical methods and modalities described in the presentation to the audience.  VCS, LLC cautions participants about the hazards of using limited knowledge when integrating new techniques into their practices.  Lectures are for information basis only.

(750) Aging, Alzheimer’s & Oral Health Issues

Dr. Joy Poskozim, DDS, PC

Dr. Joy Poskozim graduated from NYUCD in 1999 and completed a GPR at Woodhull Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY in 2000.  Dr. Poskozim is the dental director for several nursing care facilities as well as a house call dentist.  She has been in private practice for 20 yrs, practicing integrative health general dentistry at her office on the north west side of Chicago.  Dr Joy earned her fellowship with the Special Care Dentistry Association (Geriatric Council) in 2020, and recently her CDP (Certified Dental Practitioner).  An international speaker, she is an advocate for educating caregivers, home health and senior living communities on the importance of the continuity of oral care for the home-bound.

The geriatric community is underserved; especially those patients with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, or who are otherwise homebound, in residential care or assisted living communities. Through house call dentistry, clinicians provide dental care when, where and how it meets the individual patient’s needs. Learn what you need to know and what you need to do to provide convenient, safe dental care for patients in the comfort of their home environments.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify and explore the challenges of aging.
• Recognize the various types of dementia, how each type physically manifests, and the associated oral hygiene care challenges and oral health issues.
•   Discover the role that periodontitis plays in dementia’s progression.
•   Develop enhanced communication techniques to increase patient cooperation.
•   Learn how to use technology to assess patients’ conditions via images.
•   Specify the appropriate documentation for the patient’s record.
•   Explore the pharmacologic treatment and cognitive enhancers approved for Alzheimer disease  and drugs that can make dementia worse.

The policy of Vestrand Consulting Services, LLC (VCS, LLC) offers programs that support scientific research and includes an assessment of the associated benefits and risks.  VCS, LLC requires that all speaker presentations comply with AGD/PACE standards and that sound scientific basis of the presentation is supported by the best evidence, as documented by references to current peer-reviewed, clinically relevant literature.  When the sound scientific basis for clinical activity is uncertain the speaker is required to disclose the level of currently available evidence, and what is known of the risks and benefits associated with the clinical methods and modalities described in the presentation to the audience.  VCS, LLC cautions participants about the hazards of using limited knowledge when integrating new techniques into their practices.  Lectures are for information basis only.

(690) Five Key Strategies to Navigate Today’s Top Dental Challenges

Thomas J. Lambert, DDS, PC

Dr. Lambert is a graduate of the Ohio State University and for 3 decades has practiced cosmetic and implant dentistry in Grand Rapids, Mi. He recently served a two-year term on the American Dental Associations’ Committee on Communications and served four years as Chairperson of the Michigan Dental Associations’ Committee on Continuing Education. As a national lecturer and author, he is passionate about helping dentists and their teams succeed. This course will empower your dental team with the tools they need to make an immediate positive impact on production, profitability and putting the fun back in dentistry.

Staffing shortages, Covid-19, and falling insurance re-imbursements have created stress for all dental teams. Dr. Lambert’s dynamic presentation will help you and your team set a new vision for your practice. You will leave with enhanced leadership skills, a stronger team and new ways to enhance your patient’s experience.

Learning Objectives:

*    Attract and retain the best team members in today’s “Staffing shortage” world.

*    Reduce your dependence on insurance and attract more fee for service patients.

*    Reduce office stress with Dr. Lambert’s Time Management Strategies.

*    Increase production, profitability and patient acceptance of recommended care and to have fun each and every day.

The policy of Vestrand Consulting Services, LLC (VCS, LLC) offers programs that support scientific research and includes an assessment of the associated benefits and risks.  VCS, LLC requires that all speaker presentations comply with AGD/PACE standards and that sound scientific basis of the presentation is supported by the best evidence, as documented by references to current peer-reviewed, clinically relevant literature.  When the sound scientific basis for clinical activity is uncertain the speaker is required to disclose the level of currently available evidence, and what is known of the risks and benefits associated with the clinical methods and modalities described in the presentation to the audience.  VCS, LLC cautions participants about the hazards of using limited knowledge when integrating new techniques into their practices.  Lectures are for information basis only.