Periodontal Health and Systemic Diseases

Course Code: REL-ACU-0-PHSD

Hours: 1

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028

Learning Objectives:
Explain the relationship between periodontal health and systemic conditions.
Identify evidence-based strategies for managing periodontal disease to improve overall patient health.
Recognize the role of dental professionals in interdisciplinary care for patients with systemic diseases.

Outline:

Section 1: Overview of Periodontal Disease

Understanding Periodontal Disease

Periodontal Disease

Management and Treatment of Periodontal Disease

Knowledge Check

Key Takeaways

Section 2: Periodontal Disease and Systemic Disease-Specific Relationships

Cardiovascular Disease

Diabetes

Knowledge Check

Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes

Alzheimer’s Disease

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Review

Oral and Oropharyngeal Cancer

Key Takeaways

Section 3: Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributors

References

Subject Matter Expert: Franklin Price, DMD

Dr. Price received his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Emory University and his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the Medical College of Georgia. He spent nearly 30 years in private dental practice in the Atlanta, Georgia area with multiple locations, associates, and employees. His practice focused on high-level restorative and preventative treatment including basic restorative, crown and bridge, and implant-supported restoration. Referring to and utilizing a team of specialist providers, he maintained a practice outside of the participating insurance system focused on objective excellence and practicality. Dr. Price then spent over 4 years as a clinical instructor and course director for Treatment Planning Fundamentals at the Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine; teaching, mentoring, and advising the next generation of dental professionals. 

Editor: Chris Martin, BS, BA

Chris is a writer and editor at Relias. He holds a national safety and health credential from OSHA's Directorate of Training and Education.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Dental Hygienist; Dentist; in the following settings: Ambulatory Care.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.