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Effects of Periodontal Disease on Diabetes and Insulin Resistance

Periodontal and Biofilm Diseases of the Mouth

 

Presented by: Susan Maples, DDS

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Course Description:

The two most important lifestyle-related factors that impact periodontal disease are diabetes and smoking. Insulin resistance and tobacco are also two critical sources of chronic inflammation in their own right. Here is an introduction to identifying and stabilizing Type 2 Diabetes, including oral signs, a dental-friendly screening tool, diagnostic testing, and communication with medical teams—next, a look at tobacco cessation in your dental office. Among smokers, Susan believes if you are not practicing smoking cessation in conjunction with periodontal therapy, you are not treating the disease. Take a seat and put on your seatbelt.

Learning Objectives: 

  • Identify ways to help patients treat insulin resistance. 
  • Understand and recognize the importance of smoking cessation for long-term dental health.
  • Identify the importance of practicing smoking cessation in conjunction with periodontal therapy.

Speaker Bio:

Dr. Susan Maples leads a successful, total health, insurance-independent dental practice in Holt, Michigan. She brings preventive and restorative dental expertise, a passion for mouth-body total health, a master’s degree in business/marketing, and 30+ years of experience in private practice. She is the creator and founder of Total Health Academy, a complete online solution for dental teams to integrate all aspects of Total Health Dentistry, and the author of BlabberMouth! 77 Secrets Only Your Mouth Can Tell You To Live a Healthier, Happier, Sexier Life, developer of the Hands-On Learning Lab™ and SelfScreen.net. Susan currently serves on the Governing Board of the American Academy of Oral Systemic Health (AAOSH).