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SMOKING AND PERIODONTAL DISEASE:
THE REAL DRAG
Margaret J. Fehrenbach, RDH, MS
Course Contents:
Instructions |
Objectives |
Introduction |
Clinical Appearance of Smokers |
Underlying Biological Factors of Smoking |
Smoking Cessation and Dental Treatment Plans |
Assisting Smokers |
Women and Smoking |
Assisting Patients to Quit Smoking |
Smoking Cessation Program for Your Dental Clinic |
Conclusion |
| Bibliography |
| Resources |
| Test Questions |
| Answer Sheet |
| Course Evaluation |
Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course, the participant will be able
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Consider smoking an important risk factor for periodontal disease |
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Describe the clinical appearance of smokers |
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Discuss the relationship of dental deposits, halitosis, and smoking in the oral cavity |
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Understand the underlying biological factors in smoking as a risk factor of periodontal disease |
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Discuss the positive changes in the periodontal status of a patient that can occur with smoking cessation |
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Browse related Internet sites on tobacco cessation for more information |
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Integrate smoking cessation into dental treatment plans for patients, especially high priority patients |