Putting Out the Fire: Dentistry's Role in Inflammatory Disease
Presented by: Machell C. Hudson, RDH, FAAOSH, CHC
Original Presentation Date: February 10, 2022
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Course Description:
This course emphasizes the role of dentistry in addressing and managing inflammatory diseases in the body. In this context, "putting out the fire" refers to reducing or controlling inflammation, a natural immune response that can become chronic and contribute to various health conditions.
Learning Objectives:
- Evaluate the significance of consistent oral hygiene practices and regular dental check-ups in maintaining optimal oral health.
- Examine the interconnectedness between oral health and overall well-being, emphasizing the reciprocal influence they exert on each other.
- Assess dentistry's multifaceted role in preserving oral health and mitigating inflammatory diseases, emphasizing its contribution to holistic individual well-being through preventive measures and treatment interventions.
Speaker Bio:
Machell Hudson, RDH, FAAOSH, is the founder and CEO of Integrative Dental Coaching. She is a proud and passionate fellow and member of the prestigious board of The American Academy for Oral and Systemic Health. Carifree Cooperative's members are led by Machell’s mentor, Dr. Kim Kutsch. Her newest accolade is being invited to sit on the education committee for Women in DSO, focusing on bringing education and empowerment to the forefront within the DSO space. Because of her love for patient care, she continues practicing clinical hygiene while speaking and consulting with expertise in oral-systemic connections and protocol implementation. She is a graduate of the Bale/Doneen method preceptorship, which is advanced training in arterial disease with a focus on heart attack, stroke, and diabetes prevention, Kois trained in periodontal health and a health coach. Machell cherishes time with her family and friends, and a big part of her heart is spent volunteering for Unbound, advocating and speaking on Human Trafficking Awareness.