Do These Gums Make Me Look Fat? The Link Between Weight & Periodontal Disease
Friday, January 29, 2027
1:00 – 3:00 pm
Course Code:
627RL
Cost:
$89
Credits:
2
CE Hours
Research first appeared in the 1950’s proving that oral bacteria enters the bloodstream. Today, research continues to emerge on the mouth-body connection and the critical role oral health plays in overall health and wellness. This course provides an in depth look at the many contributing factors to inflammation and specifically the correlation between obesity and periodontal disease.
Speakers
After this course attendees will be able to:
- Identify two pathogen pathways implicated in the oral-systemic link
- Understand the association between weight and oral health: periodontal disease, tooth decay and oral cancer
- Examine US BMI, waist circumference, blood pressure and nutrition guidelines
- Discover communication tools for weight discussions in the dental setting
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