Caries-Prone Patients: Prevention, Assessment, and Intervention
Tracking # 20-587394
Course overview
This course identifies the factors necessary for caries development, including microorganisms and dental plaque, susceptible tooth surfaces, diet, and time/frequency. At-risk patients are identified through patient nutritional assessment and appropriate diet changes for caries prone patients are recommended.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Louisiana Board of Dentistry
Dental Hygienist
3h
Clinical (pertaining to the actual delivery of dental services to patients)
Dentist
3h
Clinical (pertaining to the actual delivery of dental services to patients)