Wisconsin Dental Hygienists' Association (WI-DHA) Indigo Conference 2022
Fri, Sep 30, 2022 - Sat, Oct 1, 2022
by Wisconsin Dental Hygienists' Association
Sep
30
Wisconsin Dental Hygienists' Association (WI-DHA) Indigo Conference 2022
by Wisconsin Dental Hygienists' Association
Wisconsin Dental Hygienists' Association (WI-DHA) Indigo Conference 2022
Sep
30
by Wisconsin Dental Hygienists' Association
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Overview
The Wisconsin Dental Hygienists' Association (WI-DHA)Indigo Conference is the region's premier conference planned by dental hygienists with the specific needs of dental hygienists as our top priority. Join more than 500 of your closest colleagues for 60+ hours of CE presented by state and national speakers, social events, networking and more than 35 exhibitors and sponsors.
Again, this year, you will use CEZoom for registration, payments, course surveys, printable CE certificates and as a site to save your CEU's should you need to access them in the future.
Make your conference experience complete by booking your hotel stay right at the Kalahari Resort. You will have food and drink, entertainment, a spa and waterpark at your convenience. A dedicated website is now available for your to book your hotel rooms online. Reservations can be made at this website:https://book.passkey.com/e/50308969
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Date / Time
Fri, Sep 30, 2022 - Sat, Oct 1, 2022
Location
Kalahari Resort and Convention Center 1305 Kalahari Drive Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
Tuition
$250-$475
Friday Sep 30th 2022
Time
Title
Credits
08:00 AM - 10:00 AM CT
The Five Dimensions of Tongue tie
2.00
Overview:
A revolution has been occurring and it has some
people pretty uncomfortable. In school we learned of ankyloglossia, the
pictures showed a tongue completely tethered to the floor of the mouth. We were
taught that if the patient can talk and eat there's no reason to "clip
it." At the dawn of time infants who couldn't nurse because of ankyloglossia
were left to perish. Those were brutal times! Since infant formula and bottles
are so easy to use and children are nice and round, releasing ties is relegated
to the elective surgery discussions. What if that's wrong? Why is that
wrong?
The question of why that's wrong has been the life’s work of
Dr. Sarouch Zaghi. He is a protege of Dr. Christian Guilleminault, the
father of sleep apnea who boldly set out to show that sleep apnea in non-obese
children was a function of improper facial growth led by a lack of tongue
mobility. Dr. Guilleminault set Dr. Zaghi onto the missing link in all of sleep
architecture, the tongue. Today we know of new ways to measure the mobility of
the tongue, when, why, and how to release the tongue and how important
orofacial myofunctional therapy is to all of sleep, with or without a
functional release.
Using validated tools and measurements we'll work with live
people (each other) to assess everyone for a restriction and show how OMT would
approach the case. We'll see cases and videos of cases that we treated at
Primal Air.
Learrning Outcomes
Integrate assessment of the tongue's mobility in the oral
cancer screening segment of an oral assessment
Identify a good candidate for orofacial myofunctional
therapy
Assess a live case presentation for tongue mobility and oral
outcomes of the mobility or lack thereof.
So, you Think you can Scale: The How, The What, and The Why
3.00
Overview:
Far too many hygienists
are using the same tools they were taught on in dental hygiene school. Many of
these tools are outdated and pose serious harm to the patient and the
clinician. Why? Whatever the reason, using outdated tools increases the
opportunity for an uncomfortable dental experience and compromises treatment
outcomes. Over the past decade, the dental hygiene instrumentation market has
exploded with new, innovative designs that change the way we should deliver
care. This
webinar will examine new hand instruments along with ultrasonic units and tips
from various manufacturers, giving participants a chance to compare and
contrast like products. A brief discussion on the benefits of incorporating
laser units, and air polishing devices into the dental hygiene visit will be
had. Ergonomic benefits, advanced treatment options, and conservation of tooth
structure will be discussed. Hygienists will also learn
cost-effective methods of creating hygiene packets that require fewer tools.
Taking this course will make providing advance periodontal care more
comfortable and safer than ever.
Course Objectives:
·Identify the objectives
of periodontal debridement
·Review fundamental
skills of manual and ultrasonic periodontal instrumentation
·Describe innovative
periodontal instrument design features that support ergonomic health and impact
the delivery of dental hygiene therapy
·Discuss the benefits of
adapting laser and air polishing therapies into the hygiene visit to
effectively treat patients with various levels of disease
·Explain how to select
instruments increase efficiency and productivity for the office while
facilitating successful treatment outcomes
Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation Training Lecture
2.00
Overview:
This hands-on course focuses on preparing
dental hygienists and dentists for the safe, effective administration of
nitrous oxide inhalation sedation for clinical practice. This course features 8
hours of pre-work instruction and requires 4 hours of face-to-face which meets
and exceeds the requirements for certification in the State of Wisconsin. The hands-on lab portion of this course will be offered during a separate time slot. Register for the lab separately.
Participants must provide a copy of their License and Liability Insurance to
participate in this course.
Course Categories: Nitrous Oxide Sedation,Medications and Pharmacology of Drugs and Agents Used in Anesthesia / Sedation,Management of Sedation/Anesthesia (Evaluation, Risk Assessment, Administration and Monitoring of the Patient and/or Equipment)
Provider Approval: Associated, affiliated, sponsored, approved, accredited, or offered by the (ADHA) American Dental Hygienists' Association
Educational Type: Live
Educational Method: Clinical participation (30% of the course involves active manipulation of dental materials or devices, treatment of patients or other opportunities to practice skills or techniques under the direct supervision of a qualified instructor
Prerequisites: Required course textbook to be purchased by participant: Handbook of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation, 5th Edition by Morris S. Clark DDS, FACD and Ann Brunick RDH, MSISBN: 9780323567428.
A pre-work assignment packet will be provided by the instructor and must be COMPLETED and brought to the on-site lecture at the Indigo Conference.
From Pockets to Pathogens Maximize Technology for Optimal Periodontal Therapy Success
2.00
Overview:
Are you tired of treating patients with bleeding gums? We know
that healthy gums don’t bleed, therefore having a team approach to inflammation
reduction is essential. Often, improper coding prevents the patient from having
the coverage they deserve. Most private practices lack the protocols and
systems to effectively treat Periodontal Disease, therefore this course is
designed to empower the entire team, both clinicians and business team members.
Objectives
Identify 7 steps to
promote patient compliance with treatment recommendations, while increasing
productivity.
Access the 2017 APP
Periodontal Classifications and review case studies
Discuss DNA testing,
chairside microscope education, and laser implementation
Review new and
innovative ways to improve the chairside experience for both the patient and
the clinician; including voice recognition technologies, instruments and
new homecare items that will optimize patient compliance.
When we enter
a restaurant, many of us look for the ‘grade’ they received for food safety.
When someone becomes a barista for the first time, they go through a food
safety course to ensure someone doesn’t become ill because of improper
handling. Are we ensuring each team member can care for patients without
causing an infection control breach? If a patient asked our ‘grade’ for
infection prevention, what would it be? Or, if an auditor from the dental board
were to walk into your facility right now, what grade would they put on the
door when they left?
In this
course, we will look at the CDC inspection checklist and review the basics of
infection prevention in the dental setting.
Course Categories: Sterilization / Asepsis Procedures, Equipment, and Personal Protective Equipment,Infection Control without water line maintenance but WITH OSHA-Blood Borne Pathogens (Infection Control must follow the CDC guidelines)
Provider Approval: Associated, affiliated, sponsored, approved, accredited, or offered by the (ADHA) American Dental Hygienists' Association
Have you ever felt nervous or uncomfortable while treating
patients with disabilities? Do you think you don't have the right experience or
training? Are you ready to improve your capacity to treat "Special"
patients? These patients are just like any other patient but may require
adaptations to care. This course is designed to elevate your understanding of
special needs patients and what it takes to have a positive experience while
providing care. Join us to learn more about providing equitable and
compassionate care from three dental hygienists who not only care for but LOVE
a family member with special needs.
Upon completion of this
course, attendees will have increased their knowledge and confidence when
treating patients with various disabilities by being able to: • Identify barriers to treatment for providers and patients
with disabilities. • Consider successful strategies to improve patient and
provider experience. • Evaluate modifications that consider cognitive,
developmental, and physical needs.
As dental professionals, we are wired with the desire to make an
impact in our community, but often do not know where to begin. This course will
provide attendees with strategies for implementing community outreach
initiatives. It will also educate attendees on the variety of public health
settings. As well as barriers facing the community and providers seeking to
make an impact. Included in this course are examples of outreach initiatives
implemented to address disparities such as disabilities, geographical barriers,
language, cost, and low health literacy.
After this course attendees will be
able to:
·Plan and implement
community outreach initiatives
Provider Approval: Associated, affiliated, sponsored, approved, accredited, or offered by the (ADHA) American Dental Hygienists' Association
Educational Type: Live
Educational Method: Clinical participation (30% of the course involves active manipulation of dental materials or devices, treatment of patients or other opportunities to practice skills or techniques under the direct supervision of a qualified instructor
Course Categories: Attendance to Dental Related Programs Relevant to Health Care and Advancement of Licensee's Dental Education (1 CE / hour of attendance) (CE's are in addition to what the CE credits the course offered) (proof of attendance is CE Certificate)
Provider Approval: Associated, affiliated, sponsored, approved, accredited, or offered by the (ADHA) American Dental Hygienists' Association
Do your hands feel tired after scaling a patient? Do you feel like you have ‘over-loved’ your instruments? Would it help if instrument sharpening were easier? If you love sharp instruments, but hate sharpening them, this course will resonate with you. Refresh your knowledge of instrument design, sharpening stone options, and easier methods of achieving positive results.
This course will inspire the participant to:
Recognize the benefits of using instruments with sharp edges - Identify a ‘dull’ from a ‘sharp’ cutting edge
Review correct positioning of the instrument and stone for Gracey, Universal, and Sickle Scalers
Overcome obstacles and establish easier methods for sharpening
Revisit common sharpening errors and explore techniques to avoid them
Establish useful strategies to perfect your technique.
Course Categories: Evaluation, Selection, Incorporation, Care of Dental Equipment, Instruments
Provider Approval: Associated, affiliated, sponsored, approved, accredited, or offered by the (ADHA) American Dental Hygienists' Association
Educational Type: Live
Educational Method: Clinical participation (30% of the course involves active manipulation of dental materials or devices, treatment of patients or other opportunities to practice skills or techniques under the direct supervision of a qualified instructor
Prerequisites: N.A.
Sponsor(s): Hu-Friedy
Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Affiliated and/or Associated with Hu-Friedy
This hands-on course focuses on preparing
dental hygienists and dentists for the safe, effective administration of
nitrous oxide inhalation sedation for clinical practice. This course features 8
hours of pre-work instruction and requires 4 hours of face-to-face which meets
and exceeds the requirements for certification in the State of Wisconsin.
*All who are registered for this program must attend the on-site lecture
portion of this course prior to attending the lab portion.
Participants must provide a copy of their License and Liability Insurance to
participate in this course.
Course Categories: Nitrous Oxide Sedation,Medications and Pharmacology of Drugs and Agents Used in Anesthesia / Sedation,Management of Sedation/Anesthesia (Evaluation, Risk Assessment, Administration and Monitoring of the Patient and/or Equipment)
Provider Approval: Associated, affiliated, sponsored, approved, accredited, or offered by the (ADHA) American Dental Hygienists' Association
Educational Type: Live
Educational Method: Clinical participation (30% of the course involves active manipulation of dental materials or devices, treatment of patients or other opportunities to practice skills or techniques under the direct supervision of a qualified instructor
Prerequisites:
Required course textbook to be purchased by participant: Handbook of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation, 5th Edition by Morris S. Clark DDS, FACD and Ann Brunick RDH, MSISBN: 9780323567428.
A pre-work assignment packet will be provided by the instructor and must be COMPLETED and brought to the on-site lecture at the Indigo Conference.
Attendance as the Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation Training Lecture Friday, September 30, 2022 8:15-10:15am.
Evolution, Epigenetics and the Tinkering of Humans
2.00
Overview:
In 1910s Dr. Fones launched the field of Dental Hygiene
In 1936 the science of Dental Hygiene was launched
In 1939 Dr Price published “Nutrition and Physical Degradation”
In 1947 Dr. Potager showed how nutritional mismatches quickly damaged generations of cats
In 1976 Dr. Bruce Lipton showed how DNA was affected by surroundings
In 2014 Dr. Kevin Boyd coined Darwinian Dentistry
This course is about the shrinking maxilla! The shrinking sinuses and maxilla have put some serious stress on breathing and the airway. Recent findings indicate that if matched by evolution the change in the size of the maxilla that’s occurred in the last 125 years would have taken 10,000 years of true evolution. So what? This shrinking airway, or Upper Airway Restriction Syndrome is linked to ADHD, Fibromyalgia, Enuresis, IBS, and sleep apnea to name a few. Learn why we must help our patients make Oral Systemic changes to stop this current disease snowball we’re all seeing grow in real time.
Objectives
Describe the difference between evolution and epigenetics
Identify nutritional short comings in our patients
‘Identify groups within the practice who would benefit most from changes
Local Anesthesia (LA) is a fundamental
component of Dental Hygienists clinical skill set. Effective LA administration
is critical for patient comfort during routine, scaling and root planing
visits. This course will review the injections which constitute Wisconsin’s
scope of practice. A focused review of anatomical landmarks and injection sites
as well as practical day-to-day tips and tricks on administrating anesthesia
will be part of the learning. A review of intraoral anatomical landmarks will
demystify the process of giving block injections in the maxilla and mandible
making LA administration easier for practitioners. Part of the course will
review the necessary oral fulcrums required for delivering injections safely.
An overview of topical anesthetic agents and their role in pain management will
be included.
Objectives:
Review 11 injections in Wisconsin’s scope of
practice
Review block versus infiltrations injections
Review intra and extra oral anatomical
landmarks for each injection
Review commonly used local anesthetics used in
dental practice
Review commonly used topical anesthetics and
their role in pain management
Discuss intra and extra oral fulcrums used for
facilitating delivery of local anesthesia (LA)
Discuss patient and operator positioning for
each injection including wheelchair patients
Review needles sizes used in LA administration
Discuss alternative injections techniques for
maximizing LA
Course Categories: Local Anesthesia/Local Anesthetic,Medications and Pharmacology of Drugs and Agents Used in Anesthesia / Sedation,Management and the Treatment of Pain
Provider Approval: Associated, affiliated, sponsored, approved, accredited, or offered by the (ADHA) American Dental Hygienists' Association
Educational Type: Live
Educational Method: Clinical participation (30% of the course involves active manipulation of dental materials or devices, treatment of patients or other opportunities to practice skills or techniques under the direct supervision of a qualified instructor
The Impact of Bias on Diversity Inclusion and Equity Initiatives
2.00
Overview:
As oral healthcare
professionals it is important that we acknowledge the role of diversity and
inclusion in society; yet it goes beyond race and ethnicity.
It is important to
consider the backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of others to help
create an environment that represents the rich, diverse, unique world in which
we live. Embracing diversity and inclusion efforts in dentistry can lead to
cultural competency and help dental healthcare practitioners meet the unique
needs of their patients. Unfortunately, a lack of understanding of our own
biases, stereotypes and microaggressions towards others can impact these
efforts.
This course will help
health care providers acknowledge and appreciate the potential promise of each
person’s uniqueness and use the information to foster an inclusive environment
and remove potential barriers to access to care by examining the dynamics of
diversity and their connection to implicit bias, stereotypes and
microaggressions along. A discussion on the importance of espousing inclusion
and equity initiatives to support diversity efforts will be had.
Learning Objectives:
· Discuss
the dynamics of diversity, culture and inclusion
· Examine
the impact of inclusion on diversity initiatives
· Identify
elements associated with the cultural competency continuum
· Explain
some of the most common forms of bias
· Recognize
the relationship between implicit bias, stereotypes and microaggressions and
how they can impact diversity and inclusion initiatives
Course Categories: Non-Clinical, Non-Dental, Business Course- Enhancing the Business Aspect,Cultural Matters / Cross-Cultural Communication / Cultural Competency
Provider Approval: Associated, affiliated, sponsored, approved, accredited, or offered by the (ADHA) American Dental Hygienists' Association
It is time to get off the Scale, Polish, Floss hamster wheel
1.50
Overview:
The practice
of being a dental hygienist has long been focused on calculus removal. But,
why? Is calculus the cause of dental disease? What if we stepped off our scale,
polish, floss hamster wheel for a moment and really thought about why we are putting
a scaler to the tooth? When are we polishing away stains, are we doing more
harm than good? What if we rethought our patient care process and placed
behavior change and motivation as the most important part of the appointment?
If disease prevention is based on at-home biofilm management (amongst other
variables), flipping the appointment, and first coaching the patient vs.
leaving it to last could be the change we need. Helping patients prevent their
disease is the game we should all be playing, and in this course, we will
discuss other therapeutic approaches to patient treatment.
A SMARTer Approach: Silver Fluorides and Glass Ionomer
1.50
Overview:
Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is
not new, but is still unfamiliar to many dental professionals in the US. This
course will talk about the successful use of silver diamine fluoride, and its
silver-based predecessors, in other countries over the past centuries. Learn
about the various uses for silver diamine fluoride in your practice and how it
can be a great treatment option for our patients of all ages. In this expanded
course, we’ll also dig into SMART (silver modified atraumatic restorative
technique) and how combining SDF with glass ionomer for sealants and
restorations can further improve patient outcomes.
The objectives of this course are
for the participants to:
Learn
the history and science behind silver nitrate and silver diamine fluoride
Understand
the diagnostic criteria, indications, and limitations for use
Be
comfortable with the procedure for SDF application and be able to implement
in practice
Be familiar
with how to use SDF for SMART restorations
Discuss
expected treatment outcomes and benefits of SDF and SMART techniques.
Presenter: Alyssa Aberle
Credits: 1.50
Course Contact: deborahjschumacher@gmail.com
Course Categories: Clinical Dental Science,Preventative Dental Services,General Dentistry / Corrective and Restorative Oral Health Procedures
Provider Approval: Associated, affiliated, sponsored, approved, accredited, or offered by the (ADHA) American Dental Hygienists' Association
Do your
hands feel tired after scaling a patient? Do you feel like you have
‘over-loved’ your instruments? Would it help if instrument sharpening were
easier? If you love sharp instruments, but hate sharpening them, this course
will resonate with you. Refresh your knowledge of instrument design, sharpening
stone options, and easier methods of achieving positive results.
This
course will inspire the participant to:
Recognize
the benefits of using instruments with sharp edges - Identify a ‘dull’ from a
‘sharp’ cutting edge
Review
correct positioning of the instrument and stone for Gracey, Universal, and
Sickle Scalers
Overcome obstacles and establish easier methods for sharpening
Revisit
common sharpening errors and explore techniques to avoid them
Establish
useful strategies to perfect your technique.
Course Categories: Evaluation, Selection, Incorporation, Care of Dental Equipment, Instruments
Provider Approval: Associated, affiliated, sponsored, approved, accredited, or offered by the (ADHA) American Dental Hygienists' Association
Educational Type: Live
Educational Method: Clinical participation (30% of the course involves active manipulation of dental materials or devices, treatment of patients or other opportunities to practice skills or techniques under the direct supervision of a qualified instructor
Prerequisites: N.A.
Sponsor(s): Hu-Friedy
Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Affiliated and/or Associated with Hu-Friedy
Local Anesthetic Hands-On Refresher Course for the Dental Hygienist
2.00
Overview:
This
course is designed for the dental hygienist who is already certified to but needs
more hands-on review and practice to feel confident in the administration of
local anesthetic.
We will review how to prevent and manage
common emergencies. We will also look at the patients’ medical history and
analyze potential drug interactions and medical conditions requiring
modifications for the administration of local anesthetic. After revisiting the
anatomical landmarks and different injections for local anesthesia for patients
the course will include hands-on practice of the different techniques on peers.
Course Categories: Local Anesthesia/Local Anesthetic,Management and the Treatment of Pain
Provider Approval: Associated, affiliated, sponsored, approved, accredited, or offered by the (ADHA) American Dental Hygienists' Association
Educational Type: Live
Educational Method: Clinical participation (30% of the course involves active manipulation of dental materials or devices, treatment of patients or other opportunities to practice skills or techniques under the direct supervision of a qualified instructor
Prerequisites:
Upon arrival at the course, you must provide a copy of your:
Course Categories: Cultural Matters / Cross-Cultural Communication / Cultural Competency,Specialized Clinical Training Focusing on Patients or clients who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender nonconforming, queer, questioning their sexual orientation or gender identity, LGBTQ
Provider Approval: Associated, affiliated, sponsored, approved, accredited, or offered by the (ADHA) American Dental Hygienists' Association
You and Your Patients Brain: What You Can Be Doing Now
2.00
Overview:
The brain
is the most complex organ in the body. It controls thought, memory, emotion,
touch, motor skills, vision, breathing, temperature, hunger and every process
that regulates the body. Without an adequately functioning brain people become
a shell of a human.
Environment,
lifestyle choices and genetics are directly correlated with brain
deterioration. What is not being taught is how making choices and taking action
can assist with the maintenance of brain function, as well as increase health
span and longevity.
As the
medical professional who likely sees and spends the greatest amount of time
with patients, dental hygienists are perfectly positioned to share this
information. In fact, hygienists have an obligation to provide information
regarding the causation relationship poor oral health has to Alzheimer’s.
By
sharing the concepts learned in this course with patients, family and friends
and the practicing brain maintenance themselves, hygienists can have a profound
effect on the reduction of the number of people who suffer from cognitive decline.
It’s possible.
Angie is
excited to share this life changing information with you! Come feel her
passion, be inspired, have some fun and likely walk away feeling a smidge
better than you did before the class!
Objectives:
·Understand the role of the dental hygienist in assisting patients maintain brain health
·Describe various modalities available to ward off cognitive decline
·Be comfortable having conversations with patients regarding the connection between oral and brain health, no matter the patients’ age
Speak Spanglish? Cultural Considerations in Dentistry
1.50
Overview:
Have you ever wished you could do more for your patient, but found
that culture has been a barrier? I think we have all noticed there is certain
misinformation passed along indifferent cultures. Even as healthcare workers,
we often experience this with our own families. As a Mexican American myself, I
know a great deal of the different "medical tips" that are passed
along from our favorite "tia" (aunt) or the overly helpful
"vecino" (neighbor). These behaviors are far too common in the
Hispanic and Latinx community. They are also behaviors I try to understand and
empathize with so that I can better care for my minority patients. In this
course, you will learn the “why” behind some of the behaviors in the Hispanic
and Latinx communities. You will become familiar with the nuances of dealing
with Hispanics, environmental factors that contribute to their decision-making,
and learn how to leverage our similarities. The “meta” or goal of this course
is to equip dental professionals to better understand the cultural factors
affecting our patients’ behaviors so that we can increase equity in the
minority community.
After this course attendees will be
able to:
·Identify barriers to
dental care in the Hispanic and Latinx community
·Modify care to increase
comfortability among Hispanic and Latinx patients
·Differentiate between
Latinx and Hispanic patients
·Incorporate culturally
appropriate language into their care
Flossing and brushing are no longer the gold standards of oral
disease prevention. The patient's social history, medical history, pH and
dental IQ are essential for each dental clinician to interpret. Providing
customized oral care recommendations based on patient’s needs and lifestyle
will create the change we desire. This course is designed to equip the patient
with the knowledge they need to provide individualized product recommendations.
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Objectives
Evaluate
communication styles and how motivational interviewing increases case
acceptance
Determine
alternative technologies to enhance biofilm removal
Investigate
the science behind the product
Review
individualized oral health products to reduce oral disease
From Pockets to Pathogens Maximize Technology for Optimal Periodontal Therapy Success
2.00
Overview:
Are you tired of treating patients with bleeding gums? We know
that healthy gums don’t bleed, therefore having a team approach to inflammation
reduction is essential. Often, improper coding prevents the patient from having
the coverage they deserve. Most private practices lack the protocols and
systems to effectively treat Periodontal Disease, therefore this course is
designed to empower the entire team, both clinicians and business team members.
Objectives
Identify 7 steps to
promote patient compliance with treatment recommendations, while increasing
productivity.
Access the 2017 APP
Periodontal Classifications and review case studies
Discuss DNA testing,
chairside microscope education, and laser implementation
Review new and
innovative ways to improve the chairside experience for both the patient and
the clinician; including voice recognition technologies, instruments and
new homecare items that will optimize patient compliance.
Face Fixer: The story of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy for RDH
2.00
Overview:
Your patients depend on you to help them prevent problems. As the science of dentistry continues to
press forward, we are rediscovering the true initiation of dental problems as a nutritional cause, not just
over sugared or under flossed. Caries and periodontal disease in adults can be prevented by taking a
new look at infants and small children; the epigenetics of it all must be considered and figured into
causative agents of current conditions.
The dental hygienists in the audience will learn who to add to their own prevention team, and how to
collaborate for the benefit of excellent patient care.
Orofacial myofunctional therapy is not a new term. The idea of toning the muscles in the snoring
complex – the craniofacial respiratory complex – works for many oral and systemic issues. Focusing on
the airway, in every age group, can reap benefits far beyond traditional dental hygiene skills. Learning objectives:
List the five dimensions of a tongue tie
Develop a pathway for the practitioner to grow
List who can be part of a dental hygiene collaboration team
Define ways to become a true next level practitioner
Breaking the Stigma of PTSD: How to be a trauma informed care provider in your practice.
2.50
Overview:
Post-Traumatic Stress
Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health disorder that results from exposure to a
traumatic or stressful event, including, but not limited to: military
experience, childhood events, sexual assault, abuse, or previous dental
experiences. Roughly 4 in 50 people will experience PTSD in their lifetime.
Dental health care providers working in many types of clinical settings may
experience an individual suffering from some form of PTSD during their daily
practice. Since receiving oral care can be an insurmountable challenge for
an individual with PTSD it is critical for dental health care professionals to
obtain education about this growing health care crisis. This will enable
professionals to deliver effective treatment, in addition to providing support
for the family members who care for these patients. This course will
explore the various forms of PTSD along with their risk factors, signs, and
symptoms. The course will provide examples of oral implications a patient may
experience due to PTSD as well as discuss ways in which the provider can help
alleviate these effects, including some up and coming therapies that can be
implemented into the dental practice. The course will conclude with a case
study discussion on how to navigate treatment plans, provide trauma-informed
care, and build relationships with patients and their families who suffer from
PTSD.
Course
Objectives:
Understand the different types of PTSD and how each is unique
within the dental experience
Techniques to aid the Dental Health Care Provider in providing
optimal care to their patient who may be suffering from PTSD
Understand the oral implications many patients have as a result
from their PTSD
Determine best practices to address the oral implications
patients may experience.
Course Categories: Supportive Clinical Dentistry Subjects That Relate to the Support of Patient Care and Clinical Dentistry,Behavioral Sciences (Guidance, Management, Modifications)
Provider Approval: Associated, affiliated, sponsored, approved, accredited, or offered by the (ADHA) American Dental Hygienists' Association
Course Categories: Supportive Clinical Dentistry Subjects That Relate to the Support of Patient Care and Clinical Dentistry,Psychosocial Anxiety & Fear in Dentistry
Provider Approval: Associated, affiliated, sponsored, approved, accredited, or offered by the (ADHA) American Dental Hygienists' Association
Wash Yo Hands: Infection Prevention During and After the COVID-19 Pandemic
2.00
Overview:
Dental professionals have upheld
the highest standards of infection control and infection prevention for many
years. Even during the COVID-19 pandemic, we have been leaders in how to keep
our team and our patients safe during dental treatment. As we move forward in this
new environment, where the general public is now more aware of infection
prevention strategies, we need to be willing to adopt new recommendations and
continue to raise the bar on patient safety.
The objectives of this course are
for the participants to:
Review CDC Guidelines for Dental
Settings (2003 and 2016).
Explore current CDC guidelines
during the COVID-19 environment.
Discuss how standard precautions
and transmission-based precautions align and where they differ.
Consider the future of infection
prevention in the dental setting and the role of dental hygienists.
When is it time to
find success elsewhere? How many of us have asked ourselves this question? We
have all faced moral, ethical, or legal decisions on multiple occasions. Join
us as we review the similarities and differences of these principles as we work
through the decision-making process to maintain high ethical standards. We will
reflect on our roles and responsibilities as professional healthcare providers,
explore positive solutions to be prepared for possible ethical dilemmas we may
face, and recommit ourselves to our dental hygiene oath: “In my practice as a
dental hygienist, I affirm my personal and professional commitment to improve
the oral health of the public, to advance the art and science of dental
hygiene, and to promote high standards of quality care. I pledge continually to
improve my professional knowledge and skills, to render a full measure of
service to each patient entrusted to my care, and to uphold the highest
standards of professional competence and personal conduct in the interest of
the dental hygiene profession and the public it serves.”
Course Objectives
• Evaluate the similarities and differences between morals
and ethics
• Review organized dental associations codes of ethics
• Discuss our responsibility as professionals in upholding
ethical standards
• Create positive solutions to common ethical dilemmas in
practice
Courageous Conversation: Our Role in Human Trafficking
1.50
Overview:
Every year millions of
people are human trafficked and forced into labor or commercial sex work.
Dental professionals are key players in combating human trafficking as they are
equipped with the knowledge to identify abnormalities and signs of abuse in the
head and neck. This course aims to break down misconceptions associated with
human trafficking and human trafficking victims. After completion of this
course the learner will be able to identify indicators of abuse and human
trafficking. The dental professional will be equipped with the appropriate
steps to implement in suspected human trafficking cases. They will also be
provided with appropriate language to use with potential victims.
The learner
will be able to define human trafficking.
The learner
will be able to identify signs of human trafficking.
The learner
will be able to appropriately document and report signs of victimization.
The learner
will be able to differentiate between the various types of human
trafficking.
