Course Code: 5303

  Karen Baker, MS   Karen Baker, MS



CE Hours: 2.5

Teaching Method: Lecture



This course will provide clinically useful information on identification and management of intra-oral effects and potential drug interactions with dental drugs. Drug-induced effects such as bruxism, ONJ and xerostomia will be discussed.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
1. List drugs known to cause bruxism, ONJ candidosis, and xerostomia
2. Discuss dental management of xerostomia, halitosis and mucositis
3. Recognize four chronic medications that may limit vasoconstrictor dosage



Category: Pharmacology and Therapeutics

Recommended for: Dentist/Dental Student, Hygienist, Dental Assistant