“UnBreak My Heart!”: Cardiovascular Disease and Dental Implications

Saturday, January 31, 2026

8:00 – 11:00 am

Course Code:

804SL

Room:

MCEC Room 251

Cost:

$135

Credits:

3

CE Hours

Assistant
Dentist
General Health
Hygienist
Lecture

Cardiovascular disease is one of the major diseases affecting adults in the U.S. While mortality from heart disease has been declining steadily recently, hospital admissions related to cardiovascular disease are on the rise, due, in part, to our aging population. Hypertension remains one of the major risk factors for heart failure in men and women. It is often asymptomatic and many times may only be discovered at a routine check-up with a medical or dental professional. This course will provide an overview of cardiovascular disease and the medications used in its treatment. Using case scenarios, special emphasis will be given to developing patient management strategies essential for successful treatment planning and proper care of our medically complex dental patients.

Speakers

After this course attendees will be able to:

  • Discuss the family of cardiovascular diseases
  • Describe the complex interplay with systemic inflammation and co-morbid diseases
  • Explain the classes of medications used in the treatment of hypertension, their pharmacologic effects, adverse reactions and dental implications
  • Understand the mechanism of action of anticoagulants and antiplatelet agents, their adverse reactions, and patient care considerations
  • Identify the treatment modifications and care planning strategies recommended for dental patients with cardiovascular disease
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