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Oral-Systemic Clinical Care

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Presented by: Douglas Chase, DDS, FICCMO

Original Publication Date: June 15, 2016

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Course Description:

Join our exploration of how the oral cavity provides a foundation for systemic pathology. The course will discuss the inflammatory Pathophysiology, particularly biofilm, and the new thinking on its impact on the body…not just the teeth. We cover and provide resources, screening techniques, and treatment modalities. We will also touch on Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Cranialmandibular Cervical Disorders as they are also inflammatory. Discover how to take your clinical care to extraordinary!

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand patient clinical tactics for comprehensive oral healthcare.
  • Describe the roles of dental and medical professionals in the evolving healthcare field.
  • Demonstrate effective medical communication in the context of oral systemic pathology.
  • Evaluate current diagnostics used in the assessment of oral health and systemic conditions.
  • Analyze the relationship between nutrition, diet, and host modulation in oral health.
  • Develop proactive treatment processes for addressing oral and systemic diseases.
  • Compare and contrast topical and systemic medications used in dental and medical treatments.
  • Explain the significance of biomarker testing in the diagnosis and management of oral and systemic pathologies.
  • Familiarize yourself with clinical equipment used in dental and medical practices for healthcare delivery.
  • Apply medical communication techniques for effective collaboration between healthcare professionals.
  • Enhance patient communications to facilitate understanding and engagement in their healthcare journey.

Speaker Bio:

Douglas Chase, DDS, FICCMO, graduated from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in 1979.  Dr. Chase has a practice limited to obstructive sleep apnea, craniomandibular cervical disorders, and oral/systemic linkages.  Dr. Chase founded Oral Systemic Solutions Inc., is a research editor for MedEdPortal, and has contributed to articles and books on OSA, CMCD, oral systemic relationships, and lectures nationally and internationally. Dr. Chase was an assistant professor at Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in the Pacific Center for Oral Facial Pain for several years and is a member of ADA/CDA professional groups, the American Academy of Sleep Disorders, American Association of Oral Systemic Health, American Academy of Craniofacial Pain, IACA,  and is a Fellow and regent of the International College of Craniomandibular Orthopedics.