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CAMBRA: Changing The Oral Systemic Condition and Quality of Life of Your Patient

 

Presented by: Kyle Ash, DMD

Original Publication Date: April 19, 2017

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This course is available for CE Credit as a "Members Only" benefit. Not a Member? CLICK HERE to learn more about AAOSH Membership.

Course Description:

It is a concept and approach in dentistry that focuses on assessing an individual's risk for dental caries (tooth decay) and then tailoring preventive and management strategies based on that assessment. CAMBRA aims to change the patient's oral and systemic (whole-body) condition, ultimately improving their quality of life by preventing and managing dental caries effectively.

CAMBRA involves a thorough evaluation of a patient's risk factors for caries, including factors such as diet, oral hygiene, certain bacteria in the mouth, fluoride exposure, and more. The dentist can develop a personalized treatment plan based on this assessment to address the patient's specific risk factors. This may involve dietary counseling, recommendations for fluoride treatments, dental sealants, and other preventive measures.

Learning Objectives:

  • Explain the overall mission of CAMBRA.
  • Understand how CAMBRA relates to the oral-systemic connection.
  • Describe how CAMBRA can initiate new programs such as COHI through like-minded dental and medical professionals worldwide.
  • Explain how COHI educates non-professionals or caregivers about preventive dentistry and medicine.
  • Explain how CAMBRA changes the quality of life for patients with life-threatening conditions.
  • Describe how organizations such as AAOSH and ISPDM develop thought leaders in dental and medical professions.

Speaker Bio:

Kyle Ash, DMD, is the President of South Texas Dental Oncology, a dental practice primarily focusing on the overall health and treatment of head and neck cancer patients. He has successfully integrated this unique dental practice into the medical community. As a direct referral source for local medical and dental professionals, Dr. Ash has become a ‘key opinion leader’ in the field of dental oncology. He currently maintains a full-time private practice and continues to share his passion by providing continuing education worldwide to Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Medical Doctors, Oncology Nurses, and various cancer support groups.