2008 ADA Annual Session
 
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Dental Assistant Track
METH MOUTH AND DENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
Course Code: 6101

  Noel Brandon-Kelsch, RDHAP



CE Hours: 2.5

Teaching Method: Lecture

By 9/12: $10 Dentist/$10 Staff
After 9/12: $15 Dentist/$15 Staff

Oral health care providers play a vital role in the intervention of methamphetamine abuse. Fifteen years of research and serving the needs of meth abusers has allowed Ms. Brandon-Kelsch to develop a comprehensive treatment plan and resources for health care providers.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
1. Learn the signs, symptoms and effects of methamphetamine abuse
2. Understand the role of the dental team in intervention and treatment
3. Develop a treatment plan and office protocol for treating this population

This course is presented in partnership with the American Dental Assistants Association.

Category: Dental Assisting

Recommended for: Dentist/Dental Student, Hygienist, Dental Assistant, Business Assistant
Recording Permissions: Yes