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Tooth Decay and Liver Decay: The Nexus of Doctors and Dentists

Environmental Influences

Presented by: Robert H. Lustig, MD, MSL

Original Publication Date: September 25, 2021

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Course Description: 

Join renowned expert Robert Lustig during his speaking appearance at Collaboration Cures 2021 in this thought-provoking course unraveling the intricate link between sugar consumption and the onset of oral and systemic diseases. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the causal relationship, exploring the physiological and clinical connections. Delve into a critical analysis of existing treatment modalities, identifying them as supportive measures rather than primary therapeutic solutions for oral and systemic conditions. Discover the compelling argument advocating for a unified front where medical and dental professionals unite to combat chronic diseases, emphasizing the potential transformative impact on public health and patient care. This course offers a unique opportunity to expand your knowledge, challenge existing paradigms, and explore collaborative strategies to enhance healthcare outcomes.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the causal relationship between sugar consumption and the development of oral and systemic diseases.
  • Analyze the role of current treatment modalities in managing oral and systemic diseases, recognizing them as supplementary rather than primary therapies.
  • Evaluate the argument advocating for collaborative efforts between medical and dental professionals in combating chronic diseases, considering the potential impact on public health and patient care.

Speaker Bio:

Robert H. Lustig, MD, MSL, is an Emeritus Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Endocrinology and a Member of the Institute for Health Policy Studies at UCSF. Dr. Lustig is a neuroendocrinologist with expertise in metabolism, obesity, and nutrition. He is one of the leaders of the current “anti-sugar” movement that is changing the food industry. Dr. Lustig graduated from MIT in 1976 and received his M.D. from Cornell University Medical College in 1980. He also received his Masters of Studies in Law (MSL) degree at the University of California, Hastings College of the Law in 2013. He is the author of the popular books Fat Chance (2012), The Hacking of the American Mind (2017), and the just-released book Metabolical: The Lure and the Lies of Processed Food, Nutrition, and Modern Medicine. He is the Chief Science Officer of the non-profit Eat REAL, he is on the Advisory Board of the Center for Humane Technology, Simplex Health, and Levels Health, and he is the Chief Medical Officer of BioLumen Technologies, Foogal, Perfact, and Kalin Health.